I’m Simon .

& I can help you discover and harness the power of relationships in real estate

With nearly two decades of experience in business and real estate, I’ve built a career defined by innovation and growth. I started my journey in Detroit, selling dollar homes, and quickly discovered a passion for entrepreneurship. By my fourth year, I had achieved $30 million in annual sales, which led me to establish DOBI Real Estate in 2018.

Under my leadership, DOBI has grown into one of Michigan’s top independent brokerages, now with 120 agents. Located in Birmingham’s Rail District, DOBI is known for redefining the real estate experience by focusing on agents as clients and fostering a collaborative environment.

My entrepreneurial journey hasn’t been without its challenges, but my commitment to resilience and a growth mindset has been key to my success. Beyond the brokerage, I co-founded two title companies, further expanding my reach in the real estate industry.

The Simon Thomas Family of Companies:

As featured in…
DownTownNewsmagazine_BLACK.png
HOUR Detroit_BLACK.png
Crain_s Detroit Business_BLACK.png
Forbes_BLACK.png
Real Producers of Oakland County_BLACK.png
Detroit Free Press_BLACK.png
DBusiness_BLACK.png
Seen_BLACK.png
View fullsize
View fullsize
View fullsize
View fullsize
View fullsize When I started DOBI, I hit a hard truth fast: If I wanted to turn this business around, I had to get better. No shortcuts. No handouts. There were moments when the pressure felt overwhelming—when quitting seemed easier. But success doesn&rsquo
View fullsize
View fullsize It’s easy to fall into the trap of thinking you need to chase every lead, say yes to every opportunity, and be everything to everyone. But here’s the truth: You don’t. When you try to serve everyone, you end up stretching yourself
View fullsize What makes the lion the king of the jungle? It’s not the biggest. It’s not the fastest. But it leads. The lion doesn’t wait for permission. It doesn’t hesitate. It moves with confidence—not because it’s the strong
View fullsize Inspiration without action leads to getting overwhelmed. Focus on clear, manageable takeaways after every training and actionable steps that drive real results.
View fullsize
View fullsize It’s easy to think you need to master everything to reach the next level—more marketing strategies, better tech tools, a bigger network. But the truth? It’s not about doing everything—it’s about finding the one skill tha
View fullsize

“Real estate isn’t about selling; it’s about building relationships.”

Follow me on social media for insights into leadership, real estate, sales, business + more.