I am a fifth-generation gay Floridian and 60-year resident of the Tampa Bay area and have lived in Sarasota since 1992. I sell residential real estate on The Other Florida Keys™ from Anna Maria Island southward through Longboat Key, Lido Key, St. Armands Key, Bird Key, Siesta Key, Casey Key and Manasota Key -- barrier islands off of Florida's best (west) coast. I also show home buyers the Parrish/Palmetto/Ellenton/Bradenton/Lakewood Ranch areas of Manatee County, south through Sarasota and Venice in Sarasota County on Florida's west coast mainland. I am a Certified International Property Specialist and have earned the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR) "At Home With Diversity" designation. I am uniquely familiar with the area and specialize in working with home buyers. I also list and market homes for sale in Sarasota, St. Armands Key and Lido Key. Whether it be a permanent home, beach home, condominium or investment property, my casual and friendly approach welcomes all with the goal of making my customers feel comfortable, confident and thrilled finding the perfect home.