SRQ May/June 2022 | Elite Realtors

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ELITE REAL E S TAT E A G E N T S M A R I A N N E L E B A R / C O L D W E L L B A N K E R R E A LT Y S U S I E P O R T E R / P A R A D I S E E X C L U S I V E R E A L E S TAT E V I C T O R I A S T U LT Z / E N G E L & V Ö L K E R S F L O R I D A a l e x i s z i b o l i s / C O L D W E L L B A N K E R R E A LT Y

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MARIANNE LeBAR Passion, professionalism and integrity are the hallmarks of Marianne LeBar’s over 25 years in real estate. Since first earning her license in Philadelphia and ultimately becoming a Broker-Associate in Sarasota, Marianne has established herself as a trusted professional who provides a concierge style experience to achieve the goals of her customers.

MARIANNE LEBAR has lived in Sarasota since 1989, giving her a truly in-depth knowledge of the area. She has navigated the real estate market at both its best and most challenging of times, cultivating a highly responsive and sophisticated level of expertise. Marianne was a former Broker/owner of her own real estate company, which she oversaw while building and investing in several homes located in Sarasota’s coveted West of Trail area. She transitioned to real estate in 2002 where she has consistently been a top producing agent.

Marianne specializes in all areas of Sarasota and Manatee counties, but particularly enjoys the vibe and energy that come from the downtown high-rises, the sun and sand of the surrounding beaches as well as the historic qualities of West of Trail. She also enjoys time with her equestrian clients who enjoy playing polo and the laid-back country lifestyle of Lakewood Ranch.

Marianne has devoted many years traveling with both her National Association of Realtors and Florida Realtors, advancing her real estate knowledge by earning multiple professional real estate designations, including the Certified Luxury Home Marketing Specialist (CLHMS) and Certified International Property Specialist (CIPS). She is the current District Vice President for the Florida Council of Residential Specialists (CRS) Marianne enjoys her Sarasota lifestyle with her husband and two children, who were born and raised in Sarasota.

You will find her doing all things outdoors including running, swimming, biking and dog walking.

Marianne LeBar Broker Associate Coldwell Banker Realty c: 941.650.0337 e: Marianne.LeBar@cbrealty.com

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SUSIE PORTER Susie has been a resident of southwest Florida for nearly 40 years, growing up in Sarasota and graduating from Riverview High School in 1986. For the last twenty years or so though she has called Englewood her home. “I love sharing my passion for the region with others, helping buyers and sellers to discover their perfect home.”

I believe the key to a successful real estate expe-

rience is “listening” – building a relationship and working hard to provide service that is professional, prompt, and fulfills even the unexpressed wishes of my clients. I enjoy everything “Englewood”... when someone asks me if I could live anywhere in the world where would it be . . . I simply say - I already live there!” Real Estate is about the client – and my slogan has always been “Providing exceptional service, because YOUR real estate success is my passion.”

Paradise Exclusive: As one of the most successful Boutique Real Estate Brokerages in the region, Paradise Exclusive’s Associates pride themselves on recognizing the desires of their clients, communicating effectively, negotiating aggressively and ultimately closing the deal. We are members of the following Associations: Englewood Area Board of Realtors,The REALTORS® of Punta Gorda-Port Charlotte-North Port-DeSoto, Inc., Royal Palm Coast Realtor® Association and The MIAMI Association of Realtors.

With over $445 Million in closed sales for 2021, we are the #1 brokerage at the Englewood Area Board of Realtors. There’s no gimmicks or lack of efforts, when it comes to listing or buying property with Paradise Exclusive.

Pride in our community is must for us. We give countless hours and significant financial contributions to the communities we live in and the organizations who provide necessary services to our residents, businesses and visitors.

Susie Porter PA ILHM, PSA, Realtor® c: 941.468.4955 Paradise Exclusive Real Estate 8300 Wiltshire Drive, Port Charlotte, FL 33981 HomesOfManasotaKey.com

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VICTORIA STULTZ Engel & Völkers Florida is expanding in Southwest Florida with Engel & Völkers Venice Downtown and Engel & Völkers Sarasota; marking the brand’s fifth and sixth locations in the region. Local market expert, Victoria Stultz will lead the new brokerage as License Partner and Broker.

Victoria Stultz Engel & Völkers Florida c: 941.387-5676 o: 941.388.9800 e: Victoria.Stultz@EVRealEstate.com victoriastultz.evrealestate.com

Originally from Boston, Victoria STULTZ

started out her career working in sales for a Fortune 500 company in Cincinnati before shifting into real estate with a distinguished brokerage. Since that transition over 22 years ago, she has established herself as a leader in her chosen industry, one who has been recognized with the Five-Star Professional Award for 13 years in a row, and who has garnered over $150 million in sales volume and over 350 closed transactions. Among the many credentials she has earned, Victoria has been awarded designations such as the Certified Residential Specialist (CRS), awarded to only 1.5 % of agents nationwide, and the Certified Luxury Home Marketing Specialist (CLHMS), an achievement that is recognized as the hallmark of accomplishment in luxury markets around the world. Her enthusiasm for creating beauty in her workspace to her skill and solid business experience contributes to her success. Just as importantly, however, her vibrant personality and her style of daily communication with everyone she engages is commanding and inviting. Understanding that real estate is a relationship business, Victoria believes in offering a white-glove concierge service with a bespoke approach.

Corporate relocation is also part of her portfolio, successfully transitioning businesses such as manufacturing, hospitals, medical groups, and professional athletes.

ENGEL & VöLKERS is a global luxury real estate brand that delivers a fresh approach to luxury real estate with a focus on creating a personalized client experience at every stage of the home buying or selling process. Engel & Völkers currently operates approximately 260 shop locations with 5,000 real estate advisors in the Americas, contributing to the brand’s global network of over 15,000 real estate professionals in more than 31 countries, offering clients a professionally tailored range of luxury services, including real estate, yachting and aviation. For more information, contact Victoria Stultz at 941.388.9800 or email at Victoria.Stultz@EVRealEstate.com.

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alexis zibolis Dedicated to excellence, Alexis Zibolis holds the distinction of Coldwell Banker’s Top 100 agents in Florida and is one of the top Listing Agents in Sarasota and surrounding areas.

With over $45 million in sales last year alone, Alexis’ clients choose to work with her because of her attention to detail, unmatched ethics, professionalism, unparalleled marketing skills, experience, and her “down to earth” disposition. Compared to the competition last year, Alexis closed on 9 more listings than any other listing agent in the area, and sold her listings for 5% more on average. With these impressive stats, Alexis consistently demonstrates her ability to exceed client expectations. Her listings sell faster and for more money because she understands the individuality of each listing and how to make them stand out above the competition. Her marketing plans are tailored to fit each listing and to highlight the distinctiveness of every detail including design and staging. She is able to anticipate the ebb and flow of the area’s market to plan and guide her sellers accordingly. Her knowledge about the area, communities, and the constantly fluctuating market help her buyers to make informed decisions.

Because of Alexis’ concierge approach, unique strategies, cutting edge approach, and innovative marketing style, she has become the area’s “go to” luxury agent.

Her uncompromising commitment to her clients’ needs makes her truly unique and the ideal person to assist in buying or selling your next home.

Alexis Zibolis, Realtor® Coldwell Banker Realty Lic#: SL3371142 8334 Market Street Lakewood Ranch, FL 34202 c: 941.725.3060 e: Alexis@ZibolisGroup.com ZibolisGroup.com

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