Business Details
Your Premier Waterfront Property Specialists
Longboat Cove has built a reputation as the leading waterfront property specialists for Michael Saunders & Company, driven by benchmark results, strategic marketing, and luxury service. With over four decades of combined experience, our credibility stems from word-of-mouth referrals and repeat business, with 85% of our clients returning or recommending us. We prioritize trust as the foundation of every relationship, measuring success by our ability to maximize results for each family we represent. Our approach combines sophisticated, MBA-level market analysis with personalized attention, ensuring competitive pricing, refined negotiation, and measurable outcomes. As a mother-and-son team deeply rooted in Sarasota, we share a unique understanding of waterfront property value and memories.Our global marketing reach, strategic alliances, and affiliations with luxury real estate networks ensure qualified buyers worldwide. We provide boutique-style service, dedicating undivided attention to every client before, during, and after transactions. Our teams expertise spans luxury home sales, new property listings, and complex transactions, supported by Michael Saunders & Companys 700+ local agents and 100+ staff. We maintain long-standing relationships with top brokers and leverage both traditional and digital marketing to bring the market to your property. Our commitment to sincerity, honesty, and client-centric service has made us the top sales team on Longboat Key for 12 consecutive years, achieving over $78 million in annual sales.
Services
Waterfront Property Sales
Luxury Home Marketing
Property Valuation
Global Buyer Outreach
Transaction Management
Highlights and features
- We offer 40+ years of combined real estate experience in luxury waterfront properties.
- Our team achieves 85% repeat/referral business through personalized service.
- We implement a proprietary marketing plan combining global reach and local expertise.
- Our clients receive boutique-style service with undivided attention to detail.
- We maintain top-tier broker relationships and luxury real estate affiliations worldwide.
What people say
Exceptional team
Best experience ever
Highly recommend
Seamless process
Outstanding results
Services
Waterfront Property Sales
Specializing in waterfront property transactions, we leverage deep local market knowledge and global marketing networks to maximize property exposure. Our team provides competitive pricing strategies, professional staging, and targeted outreach to qualified buyers. With decades of experience, we ensure seamless sales processes for luxury coastal properties.
Luxury Home Marketing
Our comprehensive marketing combines digital platforms, print media, and luxury real estate affiliations to showcase properties effectively. We create professional photography, video tours, and custom brochures tailored to high-end properties. This approach ensures maximum visibility for premium listings across international markets.
Property Valuation
We provide data-driven property valuations using sophisticated market reporting and comparative analysis. Our team offers accurate pricing recommendations based on current market trends and historical sales data. This expertise helps sellers achieve optimal returns and buyers make informed offers.
Global Buyer Outreach
Through affiliations with Luxury Portfolio International and Leading Real Estate Companies of the World, we connect properties with qualified international buyers. Our marketing reaches over 2,000 websites and utilizes multilingual resources to facilitate cross-border transactions. This network ensures global exposure for premium properties.
Transaction Management
We manage all aspects of real estate transactions from listing to closing, including paperwork, negotiations, and coordination with legal professionals. Our team provides continuous communication and handles logistics for a stress-free experience. This comprehensive support ensures smooth, timely closings for buyers and sellers.
People
Ian Addy
Realtor
Second-generation Sarasota native with finance expertise from University of Florida. Brings analytical skills and local market knowledge to luxury property transactions. Specializes in waterfront estates and investment properties.
Gail Wittig
Broker
Over 40 years of experience in luxury real estate. Former schoolteacher and mortgage broker turned top waterfront property specialist. Recognized for exceptional client service and market expertise in Sarasota's premium markets.
Heather Russell
Realtor, Business Manager
Marketing expert with 20+ years in real estate. Former commercial property marketing director. Manages business operations and strategic marketing initiatives for the team's luxury listings and client communications.
Questions
What areas do you specialize in?
We focus on waterfront and luxury properties in Longboat Key, Sarasota, Siesta Key, Bird Key, Casey Key, and West of Trail areas.
How do you market luxury properties?
We use professional photography, video tours, global affiliations, targeted digital campaigns, and print media to showcase premium properties to qualified buyers worldwide.
What experience do you have with waterfront homes?
Our team has over 40 years combined experience specializing in waterfront properties, with deep understanding of coastal market dynamics and valuation factors.
How do you handle complex transactions?
We provide dedicated support throughout the process, managing negotiations, paperwork, and logistics while maintaining clear communication with all parties involved.
What sets your team apart from others?
We combine local expertise with global reach, offering personalized service, sophisticated market analysis, and a proven track record as Longboat Key's top sales team.
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