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Posted by shelleywhiteside on April 10, 2012
Originally from Turkey, Chris and his family relocated to Bradenton in 2003, where he specializes in helping home buyers and sellers of residential properties. With a professional background in residential and commercial alarm sales, Chris has developed an exceptional level of customer service proficiency—a skill he is proud to pass on to his clients as a Realtor.
Chris is a member of the Manatee and Anna Maria chambers of commerce, and is fluent in Turkish.
Posted by shelleywhiteside on April 9, 2012
Michael Saunders & Company is proud to announce several closings made possible through the professional representation of our agents, who work each day to fulfill the unique needs of homebuyers and sellers. For the week ending April 7, 2012 the properties below sold for over $1 million.
Kim Ogilvie and Linda Dickinson of Michael Saunders & Company represented the seller and Robert & Nancy Lindeman of Michael Saunders & Company represented the buyer of a masterpiece with timeless elegance located at The Savoy on Palm. The condominium sold for $2,150,000 on March 26, 2012.
Karen Landis of Michael Saunders & Company represented the seller and Stephanie Bugatti, also of Michael Saunders & Company, represented the buyer of a meticulously maintained 4-bedroom home in the Oaks. The residence sold for $1,050,000 on March 27, 2012.
Kim Ogilvie of Michael Saunders & Company represented the seller of a 6,000-sq.-ft. home located directly of the Gulf of Mexico. It sold for $2,700,000 on March 30, 2012. Horizon Realty represented the buyer.
Nora Johnson & Denise Mattmuller of Michael Saunders & Company represented the seller and Lee Byron of Michael Saunders & Company represented the buyer of an enchanting residence reminiscent of an “Old Hollywood” bungalow. The Sarasota residence sold for $1,125,000 on March 27, 2012.
Michael Moulton of Michael Saunders & Company represented the seller and Linda Dickinson, also of Michael Saunders & Company, represented the buyer of a coveted penthouse unit in Sarabande. The condominium sold for $1,775,000 on March 26, 2012.
Posted by shelleywhiteside on April 6, 2012
Michael Saunders & Company is proud to announce several closings and leases made possible through the professional representation of our agents who work each day to fulfill the unique needs of commercial buyers, leasers and sellers. For the week ending April 7, 2012:
SALE
Seller: Kathleen Hempel
Buyer: Nicci Kobritz
Address: 2050 Benjamin Franklin Drive, Sarasota, FL 34236
Type of Space: 2,936 SF Residential Condo, Orchid Beach, Unit B704
Price: $1,550,000
Sale Side: MS&C Agent Susan Goldstein (Residential Referral)
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Landlord: Caravel Brazil, LLC
Tenant: Bouchard Contractors, LLC
Address: 3241 81st Court East, Bradenton, FL 34211
Type of Space: 1,150 SF Industrial Condo (Expansion)
List and Sale Side: MS&C Agents Bob and Roberta Kolton
SALE
Seller: Bayview Laon Servicing, LLC
Buyer: Bruce Heiman and Peter Abbott
Address: 2555 Porter Lake Drive, Unit #102, Sarasota, FL 34240
Type of Space: 1,625 SF Industrial Condo (Flex Space)
Price: $90,000
List Side: MS&C Agents DeLieto & Associates
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Landlord: American Torch Tip Limited
Tenant: Gator Air Conditioning, Inc.
Address: 6216 28th Street East, Bradenton, FL 34203
Type of Space: 5,800 SF Industrial Building (Expansion)
List Side: MS&C Agents Bob and Roberta Kolton
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Landlord: Regan Asset Management, LLC
Tenant: Magnum Marketing Services, Corp.
Address: 1900 Main Street, Suite #309, Sarasota, FL 34236
Type of Space: 650 SF Office Space (New Business)
List and Sale Side: MS&C Agents Eric Massey & Sarah Lancaster
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Landlord: United Associates, LTD.
Tenant: Robert Rokop A1A Architech, LLC
Address: 400 Madison Drive, Suite #200, Sarasota, FL 34236
Type of Space: 700 SF Office Space (Relocation)
List and Sale Side: MS&C Agents Eric Massey & Sarah Lancaster
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Landlord: 5500 Bee Ridge Associates
Tenant: Land Solutions, Inc.
Address: 5500 Bee Ridge Road, Unit #5, Sarasota, FL 34233
Type of Space: 300 SF Office Space (Relocation)
List and Sale Side: MS&C Agents Eric Massey & Sarah Lancaster
Posted by shelleywhiteside on March 30, 2012
Michael Saunders & Company is proud to announce several closings made possible through the professional representation of our agents, who work each day to fulfill the unique needs of homebuyers and sellers. For the week ending March 24, 2012, the properties below sold for over $1 million.
Beverly Alter of Michael Saunders & Company represented the buyer and Mary Pat Pihl of Michael Saunders & Company represented the seller of a former model home in the Country Club of Lakewood Ranch. The residence sold for $1,085,000 on March 2, 2012.
Drew Russell of Michael Saunders & Company represented the seller of a luxury home on Sarasota Bay. It sold for $2,100,000 on March 5, 2012. Re/Max represented the buyer.
Michael Moulton of Michael Saunders & Company represented the buyer and Hannerle Moore, also of Michael Saunders & Company, represented the seller of a fabulous Gulf-front penthouse at Villa di Lancia on Longboat Key. The condominium sold for $1,760,000 on March 7, 2012.
Karen Greco and Kelly Turner of Michael Saunders & Company represented both the buyer and seller of a sophisticated family residence on Cocoanut Bayou. The home sold for $4,000,000 on March 9, 2012.
Marcia Salkin of Michael Saunders & Company represented the buyer of a magnificent Siesta Key penthouse in The Sea Breeze. The unit sold for $1,000,000 on March 9, 2012. ERA Waterside Realty represented the seller.
Bryan Flippen of Michael Saunders & Company represented the buyer of a lovely condominium in Grand Bay on Longboat Key. It sold for $1,100,000 on March 19, 2012. Signature Sotheby’s represented the seller.
Deborah Beacham of Michael Saunders & Company represented the seller of a lovely home designed by George Merlin on Casey Key. The Casa Del Mar sold for $4,100,000 on March 19, 2012. Coldwell Banker represented the buyer.
Tammy Garner of Michael Saunders & Company represented the seller of an exquisite 10th floor unit at The Ritz-Carlton. The condominium sold for $1,300,000 on March 20, 2012. Coldwell Banker represented the buyer.
Marcia Salkin and Paulene Soublis of Michael Saunders & Company represented the seller and Larry Zeigler, also of Michael Saunders & Company, represented the buyer of a beautiful bayfront lot. It sold for $2,200,000 on March 21, 2012.
Deborah Beacham of Michael Saunders & Company represented the seller of a Cape Cod contemporary home on Casey Key. The residence sold for $1,300,000 on March 21, 2012. Signature Sotheby’s represented the buyer.
Posted by shelleywhiteside on March 30, 2012
While originally from Des Moines, Iowa, Kathy grew up and was raised in Sarasota, having relocated to the area in 1974. As a longtime resident of Florida’s Gulf Coast, she has developed an intimate knowledge of the many unique communities that make this region remarkable, specializing in residential properties located West of the Trail and on Casey Key, Siesta Key, Longboat Key, Lakewood Ranch, and within all major golf course communities. Kathy also brings a high familiarity of the Bradenton and Anna Maria markets.
Kathy began her professional career as a nurse, a position she enjoyed before 10 years before transitioning to the real estate industry in 1992. This background helped her form her exceptional focus on genuine personal care, a similarity between the two professions. Through her customer-focused approach, Kathy earned recognition as a consistent 100% Club agent with ReMax before joining Michael Saunders & Company. Kathy returns to the Main Street office after raising her boy/girl twins who are now in third grade.
Posted by Michael Saunders on March 29, 2012

The Relocation Team Gets A Congratulatory Visit From Pam O’Connor, CEO of Leading Real Estate Companies of the World. Pictured left to right: Jill Anderson, Deborah Carson, Joan Erni, Amy Matthews, Joy Allen, Michael Saunders, Pam O’Connor, Dray Saunders and Pam Reabe.
Congratulations to the relocation and referral team from Michael Saunders & Company.
Under the guidance of Joan Erni—MS&C’s Director of Relocation and Referral Services—the team won several top honors presented at an awards banquet on the final evening of the 2012 Conference of Leading Real Estate Companies of the World. The international conference just wrapped-up in Orlando after attracting nearly 1,000 real estate professionals from around the world.
With hundreds of industry leaders looking on, the team won the Award of Excellence for the most outgoing referrals among all of the organization’s 500 member companies. It also won the Referral of the Year Award; and the Solutions Group Award for Outstanding Vendor Participation.
Before the night was over the team also won recognition for achieving its Website Quality Certification; and for being a member of the 2011 Global Alliance Club.
Following the conference, Pam O’Connor—CEO of Leading Real Estate Companies of the World—paid a visit to the Sarasota home of Michael Saunders & Company to personally congratulate the winning team before returning home to the organization’s headquarters in Chicago.
Posted by shelleywhiteside on March 19, 2012
Michael Saunders & Company is proud to announce several successful closings and leases made possible through the professional representation of our agents who work each day to fulfill the unique needs of commercial buyers, leasers and sellers. For the week ending March 17, 2011:
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Landlord: Central Park of Commerce, LLC
Tenant: A/C Today, Inc.
Address: 6620 E. 19th Street, Unit #113, Sarasota, FL 34243
Type of Space: 3,180 SF Industrial Space (Renewal)
List and Sale Side: MS&C Agents Bob and Roberta Kolton
SALE
Seller: Veterinary Neuro Services, LLC
Buyer: Peter Petersheim
Address: 3900 Clark Road, Unit 4, Building M, Sarasota, FL 34238
Type of Space: 2,939 SF Professional Office Building
Price: $300,000
List Side: MS&C Agents Eric Massey and Sarah Lancaster
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Landlord: Goodman Family Limited Partnership
Tenant: Consolidated Electrical Distributors, Inc.
Address: 2240 Whitfield Industrial Way, Sarasota, FL 34243
Type of Space: 7,500 SF Industrial Warehouse Space (Relocation)
List and Sale Side: MS&C Agent Roberta Kolton
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Landlord: Columbian Association of Bradenton
Tenant: United Cerebral Palsy of SW Florida
Address: 2203 30th Avenue West, Bradenton, FL 34205
Type of Space: 13,395 SF Commercial Building (Expansion)
List Side: MS&C Agents DeLieto & Associates
SALE
Seller: Pinel Family Trust
Buyer: John Skorupski
Address: 25250 Harborview Road, Port Charlotte, FL 33980
Type of Space: 13.79 Acres of Vacant Land
Price: 150,000
List and Sale Side: MS&C Agent Michael Hamilton
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Landlord: IGH 1400 State, LLC
Tenant: Naked Florist
Address: 1412 State Street, Sarasota, FL 34236
Type of Space: 770 SF Retail Space (Relocation)
List Side: MS&C Agents DeLieto & Associates
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Landlord: IGH 1400 State, LLC
Tenant: SFMV, Inc. (Farmer’s Market)
Address: 1420 State Street, Sarasota, FL 34236
Type of Space: 995 SF Retail Space (Relocation)
List Side: MS&C Agents DeLieto & Associates
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Landlord: Goodman Family Limited Partnership
Tenant: Stevens Van Lines, Inc.
Address: 2150 Whitfield Industrial Way, Sarasota, FL 34243
Type of Space: 7,500 SF Industrial Warehouse Space (Renewal)
List and Sale Side: MS&C Agents Bob and Roberta Kolton
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Landlord: MiraMar Plaza Associates, LTD.
Tenant: Runding Corporation
Address: 45-49 Palm Avenue, Suite #222, Sarasota, FL 34236
Type of Space: 1,007 SF Office Space (Renewal)
List and Sale Side: MS&C Agents Eric Massey and Sarah Lancaster
Posted by shelleywhiteside on March 16, 2012
Michael Saunders & Company is proud to announce several closings made possible through the professional representation of our agents, who work each day to fulfill the unique needs of homebuyers and sellers. For the middle of February and first part of March, the properties below sold for over $1 million.
Tammy Garner of Michael Saunders & Company represented the buyer and seller of a modern residence with sweeping views of the Intra-Coastal waterway. The property sold for $1,100,000 on February 10, 2012.
Kevin Mackin of Michael Saunders & Company represented both the buyer and seller of a beautiful residence on Palm Island. It sold for $1,025,000 on February 16, 2012.
Karen Landis of Michael Saunders & Company represented the buyer and seller of a custom estate home in the Oaks. The residence sold for $1,625,000 on February 22, 2012.
Dee Dee Burke of Michael Saunders & Company represented the buyer and Linda Dickinson of Michael Saunders & Company represented the seller of prime gulf-front real estate located in the prestigious Sandy Hook neighborhood. The property sold for $4,450,000 on February 23, 2012.
Kim Ogilvie of Michael Saunders & Company represented the seller and Michael Hays, also of Michael Saunders & Company, represented the buyer of a gulf-front building lot. The lot sold for $1,700,000 on February 23, 2012.
Jennifer Linehan and Jami Kellogg of Michael Saunders & Company represented the seller of a mid-century modern home designed by French architect Peter Truchard. The private estate sold for $3,000,000 on February 24, 2012. Re-Max represented the buyer.
Lenore Treiman of Michael Saunders & Company represented the buyer of a magnificent gated mansion. The canal front property sold for $2,750,000 on February 24, 2012. Florida Resorts Realty represented the seller.
Debbie Vogler of Michael Saunders & Company represented the seller and Victoria Stultz of Michael Saunders & Company represented the buyer of a lovely residence in The Reserve at Harbour Walk. It sold for $1,650,000 on February 27, 2012.
Elizabeth Pitts of Michael Saunders & Company represented the seller of the ultimate beach front penthouse on Longboat Key. The unit sold for $1,400,000 on February 27, 2012. Re-Max represented the buyer.
Ann Debellvue and Judith Lavalliere of Michael Saunders & Company represented the seller of 6,600 sq. ft. residence on the Manatee River. The property sold for $1,300,000 on February 27, 2012. Wagner Realty represented the buyer.
Susan Noah of Michael Saunders & Company represented the buyer of an updated canal front home on Bird Key. The home sold for $1,100,000 on February 27, 2012. Coldwell Banker represented the seller.
Beth Afflebach and Joan Dickinson of Michael Saunders & Company represented the buyer of a luxury penthouse in The Beach Residences. The unit sold for $3,900,000 on February 28, 2012. Engel & Voelkers represented the seller.
Sylvia and George Zimmerman of Michael Saunders & Company represented the seller of a gated estate on Lido Shores. The pristine residence sold for $2,800,000 on February 29, 2012. Signature Sotheby’s represented the buyer.
Dan Freed of Michael Saunders & Company represented the buyer and seller of a stunning Key West style residence in one of Venice’s premiere locations. The home sold for $1,067,000 on February 29, 2012.
Martha Pike of Michael Saunders & Company represented the seller of custom home with bay views in Nokomis. It sold for $1,480,000 on February 29, 2012. Signature Sotheby’s represented the buyer.
Steve Abbe and Betty Mullinnix of Michael Saunders & Company represented the buyer of an extraordinary home with over 8,000 sq. ft. of living area. The residence sold for $1,900,000 on March 1, 2012. Cristello and Co. represented the seller.
Terri Derr of Michael Saunders & Company represented the buyer of a lovely condominium in La Bellasara. The unit sold for $1,930,000 on March 1, 2012. Coldwell Banker represented the seller.
Marcia Salkin and Paulene Soublis of Michael Saunders & Company represented the seller of a gorgeous beachfront property in the gated community of Sanderling Club on Siesta Key. It sold for $2,196,000 on March 2, 2012.
Posted by shelleywhiteside on March 9, 2012
Michael Saunders & Company is proud to announce several successful closings and leases made possible through the professional representation of our agents who work each day to fulfill the unique needs of commercial buyers, leasers and sellers. For the week ending March 10, 2012:
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Landlord: Finergy Main Street, LLC
Tenant: N.V.P. Law, P.A.
Address: 2170 Main Street, Suite #204, Sarasota, FL 34236
Type of Space: 1,139 SF Office Space (Expansion)
List and Sale Side: MS&C Agents Eric Massey and Sarah Lancaster
SALE
Seller: Phil & Mary Fox
Buyer: Outside the Box Financial Solutions, LLC
Address: 600 Old Englewood Road, Englewood, FL 34223
Type of Space: 3,593 Multi-Family Complex
Price: $203,000
List and Sale Side: MS&C Agents John Weiss and Heather Schouten
SALE
Seller: KTBB Properties, LLC
Buyer: Juniper International Holdings, LLC
Address: 5245 Office Park Blvd., Unit #102, Bradenton, FL 34203
Type of Space: 1,000 SF Industrial Flex Space
Price: $82,000
List Side: MS&C Agent Susan Goldstein
SALE
Seller: Judah Enterprises, Inc.
Buyer: Banana Bay I, LLC
Address: 4421 Ganyard Street, Charlotte Harbor, FL 33980
Type of Space: 5,290 Multi-Family Complex
Price: $242,000
Sale Side: MS&C Agent Michael Hamilton
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Landlord: Michael Saunders & Company
Tenant: Motis Operandl Partners, LLC
Address: 444 Gulf of Mexico Drive, Suite #101, Longboat Key, FL 34228
Type of Space: 4,000 SF Professional Office Space
List Side: MS&C Agents Eric Massey and Sarah Lancaster
SALE
Seller: Eddie Pawl
Buyer: Audrey Wentworth
Address: 2650 Bahia Vista Street, Unit #208, Sarasota, FL 34239
Type of Space: 936 SF Professional Office Space
Price: $70,000
List Side: MS&C Agent Susan Goldstein
Posted by shelleywhiteside on February 24, 2012
Michael Saunders & Company is proud to announce several successful closings and leases made possible through the professional representation of our agents who work each day to fulfill the unique needs of commercial buyers, leasers and sellers. For the week ending February 25, 2012:
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Landlord: Kauffman Portfolio
Tenant: 7 Different Clients
Address: 7 Different Locations in Sarasota, FL
Type of Space: 2,311 SF Office Space and 1,068 SF Retail Space
List and Sale Side: MS&C Agents Eric Massey and Sarah Lancaster
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Landlord: Reagan Asset Management, LLC
Tenant: Pixels Mediaworks, Inc.
Address: 1900 Main Street, Sarasota, FL 34236
Type of Space: 650 SF Office Space
List and Sale Side: MS&C Agents Eric Massey and Sarah Lancaster
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Landlord: Chili’s Plaza of Sarasota, LTD.
Tenant: Inkanta Peru, Inc.
Address: 4141 S. Tamiami Trail, Units #15 & #16, Sarasota, FL 34231
Type of Space: 2,400 SF Retail Building
List and Sale Side: MS&C Agent Susan Goldstein
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Landlord: David Seng
Tenant: Gerald Goche Consulting, LLC
Address: 1251 Commerce Blvd., Sarasota, FL 34243
Type of Space: 2,400 SF Office Space
List and Sale Side: MS&C Agents Bob and Roberta Kolton
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Landlord: Reagan Asset Management, LLC
Tenant: Susan L. Parker-Heitel
Address: 1345 Main Street, Suite F1 & F2, Sarasota, FL 34236
Type of Space: 330 SF Office Space
List and Sale Side: MS&C Agents Eric Massey and Sarah Lancaster
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Landlord: Kauffman Family Partnership, LTD.
Tenant: Mary Kenealy Events, LLC
Address: 1290 N. Palm Avenue, Suite #107, Sarasota, FL 34236
Type of Space: 150 SF Office Space
List and Sale Side: MS&C Agents Eric Massey and Sarah Lancaster
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Landlord: Pineapple Office Center, LLC
Tenant: The Schimberg Group, Inc.
Address: 40 S. Pineapple Avenue, Suite #1, Sarasota, FL 34236
Type of Space: 2,000 SF Office Space
List and Sale Side: MS&C Agents Eric Massey and Sarah Lancaster
SALE
Seller: Bank of Commerce
Buyer: Suntex CP, Inc.
Address: 999 Cattlemen Road, Suite E, Sarasota, FL 34232
Type of Space: 1,480 SF Industrial Flex Space
Price: 106,000
List and Sale Side: MS&C Agents DeLieto & Associates
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Landlord: Fred & Anne Swing
Tenant: T & J Nobile Hearing Aid Center
Address: 2811 Tamiami Trail, Unit A, Port Charlotte, FL 33952
Type of Space: 905 SF Retail Space
List and Sale Side: MS&C Agent Larry Schaper