STUART THE CLOSER - you are both amazing, We really appreciate your style of business and professionalism.
We are extremely grateful for your diligence and patience in pursuing a difficult sale for us. We will let you know if and when we decide to pursue another home in the area. As always you were professional and only too ready to help us on all levels of the process.
We met Stuart at his open house in Lakewood Ranch CC East. He was very professional, personable and spent a great deal of time gathering other listings for our consideration after listening to our wants and needs as buyers. We told him we were in the preliminary stages of a transitional move from Punta Gorda. We then spent another day with him learning all the details about Lakewood Ranch and narrowing down our areas in which to look . My wife and I found him very knowlegable of the area, professional and pleasant in our dealings. We will be working with Stuart in the future. 5 Stars Excellent.Al Alexander, Punta Gorda.
So glad one of our referrals came through. We so enjoyed working with you that we do not hesitate to recommend you to others. We are thrilled to have Sharon and Bruce moving to Esplanade as our new neighbors.
Stuart, Chris and I would both like to thank you and Laura for helping us sell our home and set the stage for our retirement planning. It is so nice to work with great Realtors who are both professional and knowledgeable, and driven to final results. We would choose you again in a hearbeat, and look forward to a future engagement with you both when we buy again soon. And ... thanks so much for the great Cabernet. It was really good, and very thoughtful of you both. 5 Stars Guys.
Stuart listened to my needs, but was also creative and encouraged me to consider a range of real estate options. He is knowledgeable, respectful, and generous with his time.
I want to thank you a lot for guiding us and helping us. Unbelievable the difference when one works with a quality realtor and that you are. I know people don’t say they are appreciative enough but we are. I will happily share your name with the many folks who have “discovered” the Sarasota I love so much. You changed the course of our house hunting and honored our time so much. Just wanted to tell you how I felt. 5 stars. Excellent!
They both get a "10" in our book! Accommodating every step of the way plus had some great suggestions during our negotiations/transition. They truly seemed to put us before the $ and that is the most gratifying of all. Excellent for sure.
First class. Great to work with. Highly recommended! 5 Stars. Excellent!
Stuart and Laura are both highly knowledgeable and professional, and we were fortunate to meet them, and to have them advise us and show us properties. Although we did not find the “right” house this time, we will be sure to contact them on our next visit, when we hope to renew our search,
A fantastic and dynamic team, Laura and Stuart Lawrence, the only realtor anyone looking to buy/sell in Sarasota should consider. Their knowledge and extensive network of anything related to real estate are top notch. From our New York home we were able to go into contract and close on a Florida condo during the pandemic and snow storms with the help from Stuart and Laura, they worked through the challenges with grace, style and professionalism. We are very happy and will engage them again with our next move.
Stuart and Laura. Thanks for all of your help. We left no stone unturned. You gave us the heads up on all the possible homes we looked at in all the communities and you both always looked out for our best interests. We couldn't have accomplished our goal in selling our large LWR CC home for a smaller but more modern home somewhere fabulous in the Lake club and banking a few bucks at the same time. Mission accomplished! Couldn't have done it without you both.Thanks again. You are both awesome to work with whether we are buying or selling a home. In this case, both. Jim and Marlene Orr. Rating 5 Stars.
Thank you, Stuart, for all your efforts, contributions, great advice and help with the purchase of my dream home at Harmony in Lakewood Ranch. If not for your help, generosity of time, and determination, I would not have qualified for the loan to finally get a home. I will certainly be more than happy to send you and Laura over referrals. It was a pleasure working with you. Your level of service was exceptional. 5 Stars.
Stuart and Laura were one of the best realtors we have ever worked with. They were so dedicated to sell our home. They guided us through the process with such knowledgeable information on the market,the nearby homes,and zillow reports. Many customers want and expect to get top dollar for their home. My husband was one of those people. Stuart and laura worked skillfully to show us a realistic price point for our home. They held more open houses then we would ever expected. When offers came in they wasted no time to meet with us. I just can’t tell you how greatful we were to have them sell our house. Thet are such a great team. We admire their superb skills and cant recommend them highly enough to others to use them to buy or sell their home.
It is our pleasure that I prepare this letter for Laura & Stuart Lawrence. Laura and Stuart helped my husband and I find our perfect second home at Lakewood Ranch National. From the very beginning, Laura & Stuart were very attentive to all of our wants and needs. It was a little difficult looking for a condo virtually but Laura & Stuart made it easy. They were always giving us virtual tours & following up on all the details of a new build. I would highly recommend Laura & Stuart Lawrence if you're looking for amazing Realtors.
We found Stuart at an open house at the very, very beginning of our search. I'm so glad we did! First impression was impeccable, he is impossible to forget! He is now officially assisting us with finding our perfect new home. Communicates clearly and very quickly. Very professional and honest - happy to be on board!
We met Stuart at an open house in May of 2017 when we were exploring homes, trying to decide on an area that we wanted to be in. Stuart's charming personality immidiately made us feel that we had found a broker that had our best interest at heart. We have been full circle with Stuart from the pros and cons of the different areas, to new construction vs resale, to the amenities and features of the neighborhoods we were considering, etc. Through the whole process, Stuart made it clear that our satisfaction and happiness was much more important to him than the sale itself. In our opinion, Stuarts professionalism, experience, and knowledge of the area, make him an idea broker to navigate anyone looking for a home. Regardless of whether it's your first home in the area or relocating to a new one.
At the end of December, my husband and I were in Sarasota looking at a host of different communities for a two bedroom vacation condo. Although we had never visited the Lakewood Ranch area, we thought we'd look around there. After meeting with representatives at Lakewood National, we immediately fell in love with it, but wanted to see a few other places just to be sure. We walked into the Michael Saunders office in Lakewood Ranch and asked to speak with someone about the area. Although we did not have an appointment, they were happy to speak with us. We met with Stuart Lawrence and he gave us a great deal of feedback on the area and based on what our interests, he said he would email us a few places to drive by and if anything was of interest to let him know. By the time we got to our car, we had an email with several properties that fit our wish list. After seeing a few, we noticed there were two were located in LW National where we had looked earlier in the day on our own. Stuart was able to have his partner (wife) Laura meet us later that day to show us the units. One of which was the one we had seen earlier with the builders real estate rep., after some discussion we decided to purchase the first unit we saw. Since we were dealing with Laura and Stuart they became our realtors and helped guide us through the purchase process. A very valuable piece of advice they gave us was to hire an outside home inspector which was very helpful. Laura and Stuart are very professional and knowledgeable of not just the Lakewood Ranch communities but many communities in Sarasota. We loved working with them and would totally recommend them to anyone looking for a new home in the LWR / Sarasota area.
I highly recommend Stuart Lawrence. I have bought and sold many properties of all price ranges in Sarasota over the past 50 years and have never met a more organized and knowledgeable realtor. He was prepared with information on the properties He showed me and was quick to point out all the pluses as well as the minuses. I felt He helped the seller and myself very fairly during the price negotiation. I would certainly use Him again as a buyer or sellers agent.
We met Stuart for the first time while looking for a home in Sarasota. An absolute gentlemen. He made us feel very comfortable immediately. He is extremely knowledgeable of the area and willing to work for you. We felt no pressure and enjoyed our time with him. We will continue to work with Stuart until we find what we are looking for. 5 Stars Excellent!
You always hear great comments about Stuart Lawrence. He is the one to put you at ease when you make the decision to sell your home. Very helpful in getting house ready to sell and gets right to work on marketing the home. VERY PERSONABLE and promptly takes the time to keep you up to date on feedback!
Trustworthy and honest man , very rare in this industry to find someone with those characteristics. Joe Cantalupo.
We had a wonderful experience selling our house - the attention to detail is like nothing I have ever experienced. He was always on our side with our best interests in mind the entire way. He's very knoweldgeable, friendly, and attentive. Thank you Stuart for helping us sell our house, we will be forever grateful.
We have utilized the services of Stuart and Laura on 3 occasions both buying and selling. We are pleased to recommend their knowledge and expertise of the Lakewood Ranch Bradenton and Sarasota area. Our overall experience has been exceptional and, we have garnered benefits through following their instructions. We are pleased to recommend their service to ant perspective purchaser or seller!
We inquired about a property on a national Realtor site and we received an actual call from Stuart the listing agent! We were amazed he took the time to chat and uncover our needs. He even immediately took the time to run comps on our property we wished to list!!! Stuart's knowledge of the contracts/paperwork is phenomenal. He also has vast resources thru Michael Saunders which can be invaluable during your sale/buying process. Stuart is a charming, professional person who listens to you and does not pressure you in any way, and our property sold in one day! Now that's a great agent! 5 Stars. Excellent.
I manage many homes and condos at the Alsol Del Mar Cap Cana, Dominican Republic. I met Stuart when he and his wife came back to stay at their favorite resort here in DR . Stuart is very personable( charming, smart and funny) and very knowledgeable in the real estate market. I would highly recommend anyone interested in buying or selling a property in Florida or in the Dominican Republic to use Stuart. I can assure you it will be a very enjoyable and seamless professional experience! 5 Stars. Yaritza Pache.
Rob and I are so pleased with our new home. We were so fortunate to have met you a year ago. You have been an excellent guide throughout the entire home buying experience, while at times can be very challenging and overwhelming. We appreciate your time and efforts - and patience.
We were happy working with Stuart Lawrence, a pleasant, professional realtor in finding a new home for us. He explained the buying procedure thoroughly and then walked us through the signing process with ease and efficiency. We found Mr. Lawrence to be a congenial and knowledgeable realtor who was always on hand to answer our questions, whether by phone or in person. We highly recommend his services for any prospective homebuyers.
We engaged Stuart to help us with a purchase of a new condo as well as selling our current condo. Not only was Stuart the ultimate professional, he was also a caring person about what was best for my wife and I. I have purchased several homes in my lifetime but this is the first time that I have ever encountered someone as passionate and meticulous as Stuart. I will recommend Stuart to anyone I know that is looking for a Realtor.
Stuart Lawrence is extremely professional and his follow-up is impeccable. He helped me to narrow down my search to exactly what I was looking for in a home. He is straightforward and works with his clients interest first. I would highly recommend him to anyone looking to purchase or sell a home. 5 Stars. Excellent!
We met Stuart at an open house recently and found him to be pleasant, honest, approachable, knowledgeable of the area and diligent to connect and help in any way he can. We will be using Stuart in the upcoming year for both the sale of our condo and our upgrade to a permanent home. 5 STARS.
Thank you Stuart for managing the negotiation process with such integrity and honesty during a difficult negotiation. Your fair and reasonable approach kept the process moving. We appreciate all you did for us in the purchasing process and are happy with our new home.
Stuart and Laura both were professional and hard working. They always kept my best interests in mind when showing me properties. I rate both of them 5 Stars. Sincerely Ken W.
Having just completed an intensive three day viewing of homes in Venice with Stuart and Laura Lawrence, we can state unequivocally that they are the best Realtors we have ever had the pleasure of working with. They were organized and respectful of our limited time. Their research and responses to our questions was thorough and timely. They listened and clearly acknowledged their understanding of our preferences. They called to our attention home features ( negative as well as positive) with a high level of expertise without being antagonistic or overbearing. Besides, they were personable and fun to share our hunt for a new home in Florida. Rosalind and Jerry Brown
Stuart is exceptionally professional and personable and I highly recommend him to anyone who is buying or selling a home. I will turn to him for any of my future real estate needs.
Stuart and Laura were an absolute pleasure to work with during the sale of our home. They helped us expertly navigate the entire process, from setting the right price, staging the home properly, preparing the listing and marketing the property to the right buyers. We had an offer we accepted within one week of the initial listing. We are very happy with the result and would highly recommend them to anyone.
My husband Darrell and I are truly amazed by the excellent service and dedication given to us by Stuart Lawrence during the listing and sell of our recent condo. He followed through as promised and found the right buyer and kept us informed throughout, making the process painless for us. Stuart’ s knowledge is so valuable to a seller and a buyer as he represents each client with the utmost concern and compassion. If you need a trusted professional to work hard for you, please allow Stuart Lawrence to be that person, he is honest, professional, and a terrific human being! We say” five star “ Stuart, from beginning to end. !!!!!
I have had many agents over the years . This couple went above and beyond what i asked of them . The highest rating in my opinion . I could not have been more pleased . Thank You Mr and Mrs Lawerence .
We had the opportunity to meet with Stuart Lawrence at the Michael Saunders Lakewood Ranch main office. I was impressed with his depth of real estate knowledge and the range of questions we were asked in order for him to create a portfolio of condos that we would like to view. He has a European charm and flair that is very becoming. Always courteous and professional, honest and candid, he listens to his clients. 5 stars. Excellent.Jean H, Lakewood Ranch Country Club.
"I came to Sarasota/Lakewood to see the real-estate market. I met with Stuart and Laura who were very helpful in showing me a few places in the local area. They were very responsive, helpful, and honest about the market. I will recommend them to friends and family because I felt they were the best in the area with local knowledge. Always great to meet nice people who are willing to help!"
Stuart has done a great job of working with my parents to sell their second home in Bradenton. It was no easy task as my Mom is a 25 yr retired Realtor! He was very professional and respectful that she knew how it all goes. They received an offer on their house when he was out of town attending his daughter’s wedding overseas, but stayed on top of the situation and we now have a deal! He has been a pleasure to work with and I would recommend him to others. Wish I had one like him in Nashville!
We were impressed with our first meeting with Stuart Lawrence and his team. They were very professional and caring. The pictures that were taken of our home were excellent. They made every showing and the numerous open houses easy and convenient for us. The sale of our home worked out perfectly. Since everything worked out so well with the sale of our home we decided to also use the team for our purchase. They knew what we were looking for and they led us to our new home with ease. Any question we had was instantly answered. Stuart is a wonderful negotiator and helped us find the perfect home at a fair price. We could not have been happier. We would 100% recommend.
Our experience with Stuart was A1, excellent! His expertise in the real estate field, his attention to details made our search for a house an easy and enjoyable journey. We felt at ease knowing we were dealing with an honest and knowledgedable Realtor whom we recommend very highly. Aura Varisco The Meadows, Sarasota.
My family and I have known Stuart and his wonderful family for about 8 years now. We have a holiday home in Lakewood Ranch and we wouldn't dream of using anyone but Stuart to list and sell it for us. He's professional, fun and makes the whole real estate process run smoothly and seamlessly. I would trust him with any real estate need, and of anyone else I know! The Kuehnel family Brussels,Belgium.
Stuart Lawrence and Laura Lawrence, sold my home to the perfect buyer in record time. One hour of being on the market. Was hugley mpressed with Stuart and Lauras attention to detail and plan on using them for my next home purchase. I recommend them highly! 5 Star service and agents.
Thanks for being you. Last night we opened that lovely bottle of bubbly you'd given us and were startled to find ourselves laughing for the sheer fun of it for the first time since coming here! Laura, you have a way of calming people down under difficult circumstances. It's a gift. Please know it's been much appreciated. Soon we'll be sitting in our new living room toasting you and Stuart and JJ. We're so looking forward to that. In the meantime, we're wishing you and Stuart a happy Thanksgiving and hoping there will soon be many, many others like us who'll enjoy the same experience we did finding a new home with you.
Stuart has done a great job of working with my parents to sell their second home in Bradenton. It was no easy task as my Mom is a 25 yr retired Realtor! He was very professional and respectful that she knew how it all goes. They received an offer on their house when he was out of town attending his daughters wedding overseas, but stayed on top of the situation and we now have a deal! He has been a pleasure to work with and I would recommend him to others. Wish I had one like him in Nashville!
Stuart and Laura are wonderful to work with; friendly, responsive, and always looking out for their clients' best interests. They are so knowledgeable about the LWR market, and they take the time to help newcomers to the area.
Mr. Stuart Lawrence of Michael Saunders has a unique sense of pulling together what we wanted in a house/community and then worked diligently to find the right home for us. He is a good listener when it comes to the buyer's preferred criteria, offers some great tips on how to make the house suit your desires (move this wall here, change these cupboards etc) and looks out for the interests of the buyer. He presents a fair and balanced assessment of the housing market and is deeply committed to finding the RIGHT house. - Jim Myers, prospective buyer
Stuart and Laura are the BEST OF THE BEST! They give you accurate, verified, useable information on the current housing market. They go ABOVE AND BEYOND what any other realtor I’ve dealt with would! Their knowledge, professionalism and personalities are SECOND TO NONE!!
Dan and I had the pleasure of working with Stuart Lawrence and we really enjoyed his input and thoroughness in helping us to make decisions in regards to a home purchase in The Venetian Golf and River Club. He was friendly and so pleasant to be with and as Dan pointed out patient with us. We will continue to work with Stuart for any future purchase. Thanks Stuart!! 5 Stars.
Working with Laura and Stuart was such a pleasure! We chose them as our buying agent as they truly took an sincere interest in finding us a home that satisfied all our wants and needs. Laura even took the time to spend an entire "education day" to visit different areas and communities with us to get a feel for the market and the areas we were interested in. Throughout the process, their communication was excellent and very timely. Stuart's fine-tuned negotiation skills and Laura's attention to detail helped us get a very fair deal on our home and they both made the process seamless and less stressful. They were with us every step of the way and made us feel very comfortable reaching out to them with any issues or questions no matter how insignificant they might have seemed. They far exceeded our expectations professionally and in the end we ended up with not only fantastic real estate agents but also now consider them friends. We would highly recommend them for all your real estate needs!
Stuart and Laura. We are so grateful to you and Laura for sharing your Mother's Day with us and giving incredibly valuable insights into LWR properties, communities and living there. We are excited about this new chapter in our lives and so glad I bumped into Laura at your Greystone Street open house that day 18 months ago. Ron and I are looking forward to working with you both. You are by far the Best Realtor Team (you two are amazing).Thanks so much for all your help to get us moved to LWR. 5 stars. Nancy.
My wife and I had the pleasure of viewing a property shown by Mr. Stuart Lawrence on Saturday, May 16, 2015. We were welcomed by him in a friendly, respectful and a professional manner. We were very much impressed with his professionalism and detailed knowledge of the property. He projected friendliness, sincerity and honesty. Although we could not do business this time we will most certainly avail ourselves of his services when the opportunity arises. Being aware of Stu's qualities we have no problems recommending him to family, friends and neighbors. THANK YOU STU...you are a credit to your profession!
Stuart is the consummate professional. His dedication to service and follow up is top notch. This combination of attributes along with choosing one of the very best Real Estate companies in the area to work for is a winning combination! He will take good care of you every step of the way!
My name is Salvatore Verdi. Upon Stuart's hire my initial duty was to train and offer industry guidance. His comprehension of the information was efficient and fast. His career was launched and maintained in a professional and expeditious manner. Nice guy with sense of humor !
Stuart and Laura Thanks for all of your help. We left no stone unturned. You gave us the heads up on all the possible homes we looked at in all the communities and always looked out for our best interests. We couldn't have accomplished our goal in selling our large home for a smaller but more modern home somewhere fabulous in the Lake club and banking a few bucks at the same time. Mission accomplished! We couldn't have done it without you both. Your are both awesome to work with whether we are buying or selling a home. In this case, both. Thanks again.Jim and Marlene Orr
Stuart is honest, hardworking and personable. Stuart has a good knowledge of the Bradenton/Sarasota area property market and is working hard to help us sell our property in Lakewood Ranch, he is always well presented and professional. We are provided with regular feedback from viewings and Open Houses to assist us with having the house ready for that one special buyer. As Stuarts says "it only takes one guys".
We are so pleased with our new home purchase. After meeting Stuart a year ago at an Open House, we knew he was the right realtor for us. Moving such a great distance is always challenging and a little scary. Stuart is amazing; so friendly and knowledgeable. We put our trust in Stuart and he listened to what we wanted. His weekly emails of inventory kept us in the loop over the next 5 months. In February we narrowed the search and decided on new construction in the Highlands in CC East. Stuart was so patient with us and genuinely cared about our needs. He often sent us progress reports and photos of our home during the construction phase. He exceeded our expectations on all levels! He is an exemplary realtor and you are very fortunate to have him represent your company. We appreciate all your services and look forward to recommending Stuart and Michael Saunders & Company to our family and friends.
"We had the opportunity to meet with Stuart Lawrence and his wife Laura at the Michael Saunders Lakewood Ranch main office. They are great realtors who quickly became great friends of ours. We were impressed with the depth of their real estate knowledge, and the range of questions we were asked in order for them to create a portfolio of beachfront condos and single-family homes for us. That we are still looking for our dream home, two years later, with Stuart and Laura is a true testament to their amazing patience, understanding and professionalism. Stuart has a European charm and flair that is very becoming and engaging. Laura is a wonderful southern belle who exudes charm. They are always courteous, honest and candid, and they listen to their clients. All potential customers should use these excellent realtors. 5 stars. Excellent service."
Stuart Lawrence is an exceptional and personable realtor. Being from out of state the home search could have been very difficult if we did not have Stuart's help. He made the whole process of finding a home enjoyable. His passion and expertise of his job is genuine. His professionalism was remarkable and the care he exhibited during our time together was greatly appreciated. We only had a few days and he worked endlessly to find us homes in our price range and showed us properties with our criteria. He listened carefully to us and provided all the information we needed to make a decision on a perfect home. We were fortunate that our paths crossed and would highly recommend Stuart to anyone who wants to find their "Home Sweet Home". Excellent. 5 stars.
"Unbelievable experience, They were incredible.The knowledge of the Sarasota,Osprey,Nakomis area,we were searching.Well organized,Provided all informational brochure on the listings. Negotiating Skills Remarkable!!! I am so appreciative of All the Effort they put in!! We now Have a Home in Florida!! Thank you!!"
I’m writing to you to compliment you on the relationship that we developed with Laura and Stuart Lawrence at your Lakewood Ranch location. Both Laura and Stuart were very helpful in assisting us along the way of our new construction at The Isles at Lakewood Ranch. As you know, no new construction comes without hiccups, and they were both very attentive and kept my wife Barbara and I “sane” throughout the process. As remote buyers caught in the COVID-19 situation, Laura took weekly pictures of our home and was always there to answer questions and get us the updates we needed. As a long time salesperson myself, they should be considered great team members.
It sure was awesome doing business with you! Thanks so much for your thoughtfulness.
Laura and Stuart were very passionate and enthusiastic about matching our specific desires for a house with what was currently available. They are very engaging and good listeners. We felt confident immediately with their knowledge and expertise and that confidence kept growing the more time we spent with them. With their guidance, when we finally made our decision to buy our particular house, we felt sure we made the right choice. Besides their knowledge of the market, they are also skilled negotiators.
Stuart was very helpful in identifying appropriate properties for me at the Venetian Golf and River club as I had asked for and he offered some great advice which was informative knowledgeable and of real Value both as buyer and seller! However I decided to stay put for the time being in my larger villa, but I would heartily recommend him for those who are looking to purchase in our lovely community at the Venetian golf and river club or in around Venice. Thank you. 5 Stars. C. Kirsch, Venetian golf and River Club, Venice Fl.
With the recession and the housing market taking a huge hit we were stuck in our home without any options. That is when we met Stuart Lawrence from Michael Saunders & Company. Stuart was truly the answer to our prayers when he made his first assessment of our home. He provided us with the security of a well-established company and the comfort of a family member. Stuart not only sold our house at the highest price point, but he was also the one to help everyone else located in the neighborhood feel confident in putting their home on the market. Stuart has fought every battle that needed to be fought and always made sure to keep us in the loop of all pertinent information. My family and I were so taken in by his professionalism and work ethic that we asked him to find our dream home to raise our two boys in. Stuart found that home for us in record time and even fought to get us the best price possible. I can guarantee you that when the time comes for any of my family or friends to buy a home, it will be Stuart Lawrence that we go to for all our needs. 5 star team
Stuart and Laura provided expert quidance in helping us find a dream home. Their thorough knowledge of Lakewood Ranch and the surrounding areas assisted us in narrowing our search. They are consummate professionals that truly have your interest at heart. They made a difficult task enjoyable and we highly recommend them. 5 STARS.
"I have worked with Realtors from multiple states over 30 years, and never have I had the pleasure of working with any as well prepared, organized or Professional as Stuart, and Laura Lawrence. They return calls almost immediately. Their knowledge of the local economy is unprecedented. They have a natural ability to anticipate our needs and have the answer before I asked the questions. I have NEVER found anyone in any profession better at negotiating a fair and equitable price for the product I want. They are not high-pressure sales. They are true Professionals in every sense of the word. Stuart and Laura will find you what you want within the budget you present them. I will never consider using another Realtor."
Stuart was wonderful in getting us the right information and access to the houses we wanted to look at in our time frame, which was last minute. He dropped everything he was doing and worked us in his schedule and stayed up into the early morning hours to write up the contract to buy the house. I would recommend him to all
We would like to add to the already glowing compliments that others have voiced. Stuart has been exceptional in helping us in all aspects of getting our home ready for market whilst we are over in the UK. He is also a extremely easy to reach and highly responsive. He has always been genuine,patient,approachable ,professional and knowledgeable and a true delight to work with. Would highly recommend working with him as your realtor.
"We have utilized the services of Stuart and Laura on 3 occasions both buying and selling. We are pleased to recommend their knowledge and expertise of the Lakewood Ranch Bradenton and Sarasota area. Our overall experience has been exceptional and, we have garnered benefits through following their instructions. We are pleased to recommend their service to any prospective purchaser or seller!"Eugene & Connie Fleming
My Experience was excellent. Stuart Lawrence is by far the best realtor I have ever worked with. Also, his partner and wife, Laura, was fantastic. Great all around experience!! People like that are Invaluable to a company.
Our experience with Stuart was exceptional! He put in a lot of time and effort to get our home sold in a competitive market. He also made sure we were kept up to date on all developments regarding our home and the market conditions as they occurred. We will do business with Stuart again!5 Stars!
Stuart was the on-duty realtor at Michael Saunders & Company when we wandered in on a Sunday morning in November not having any idea where we were looking for a retirement home, or when we would be looking to make a purchase. He took the time to talk with us about our interests and tell us about Sarasota in general and specifically the Lakewood Ranch area. He directed us to several local areas that he thought would be of interest to us and ensured he had contact information should we choose to follow-up on our visit. We left having enjoyed a great visit to Sarasota and wanting to learn more about the area. Stuart turned out to be a fantastic source of information about homes in the area, builders, activities, amenities, health care, restaurants, beaches and shopping. We could not have found a better individual to assist with our questions and our search. We returned over the New Years weekend to preview homes with Stuart and to meet with several builders. We ended our visit having put a contract on a new home to be built in Lakewood Ranch, and feel that we would not have made the decision without having such a good understanding of our options thanks to Stuart and his thorough work to show us what was available. He took the time to understand our desires and match them to existing homes and build options so we could maximize our time in Sarasota and narrow our search effectively. We could not be happier with our new home, and really enjoyed working with Stuart in the process. 5 stars! Excellent!~
Stuart has been working with me on a buying/selling adventure. He's been extremely helpful and responsive to my questions about my property as well as prospective properties. The follow up has been excellent. I look forward to working with him in the future. Alice Frankllin, Sarasota.
We've known Stuart Lawrence for several years now both professionally and personally. Professionally, he has always been extremely knowledgeable, courteous, and diligent - a genuine pleasure to deal with. Personally, he is an honorable and delightful person we are glad to know!
Stuart is Top Notch! In the beginning of the relationship Stuart promised to be professional, hard working, personable, and at our side through the entire selling process. I was skeptical that he could fulfill all those promises but decided to list with him anyway. Not one moment after making that decision did I feel as though I made a mistake. Stuart is one of those rare individuals that sets the bar for himself very high and then does exactly what he says will do. He is honest, hard working and loyal. Through no fault of his, our listing took a bit of time to sell. Stuart never slowed down and never gave up. He kept pushing through open houses and providing regular feedback from showings to allow us to continue getting the house ready for that one buyer. As Stuart says, "It only takes one guys!" That buyer came along and Stuart worked with us through the entire process. He gave sound advice and ensured that our best interests were maintained. I have two more properties and will be calling on Stuart when it is time to sell!
Stuart has been proactive and detail orientated to what we have been searching for. His follow through keeps you engaged and just being honest and dedicated to his clients is just a HUGE part of the service he does for his clients. Amazingly wonderful Stuart. Five Stars for Stuart.
WORKED WITH STUART, AS A BUYER SEARCHING FOR A HOUSE IN SARASOTA. STUART WAS A GREAT PARTNER. INSTEAD OF RUNNING AROUND TOWN ,WASTING TIME (AND GAS) HE POSTED PHOTOS ONLINE,INSTRUCTING ME TO SAVE THE ONES I MIGHT LIKE, AND SEE THOSE ONLY. LOOKING AT THOSE TOGETHER (I ALSO 'SINNED' BY LOOKING A BIT ON MY OWN) STUART DID NOT ONLY PRAISE THE PROPERTIES,HE ALSO BROUGHT UP FLAWS,SOME OF WHICH ARE INVISIBLE TO THE NOVICE BUYER. ... AND THIS IS HOW, I THINK, STUART IS DIFFERENT ( AND BETTER) THAN MOST AGENTS! AFTER WE PICKED OUR 'BRIDE',HE ARRANGED ALL THE CLOSING DETAILS PROMPTLY,AND EVEN HELPED ME FIND A GREAT DEAL ON FURNITURE FOR OUR NEW HOME! ...AND HE HAS A BRITISH ACCENT... THANKS STUART! I WILL RECOMMEND HIM TO ANYONE- SETH NADEL 5 STARS
We've been in Sarasota for four weeks vacationing and looking the area over with the intention of possibly moving here. We met Stuart at an open house and, working with our schedule, he immediately began showing us properties in the area, offering suggestions and sharing his knowledge of the area. What a blessing! Carolyn (Jody ) Page, Texas
Worked with Stuart on looking for property in the Sarasota/Bradenton area. Always encountered a professional and well informed real estate agent willing to do what it took to offer up the best opportunities under the parameters established.
Dear Stuart and Laura, John and I would recommend you both to anyone in a heartbeat. We have built and sold many homes and a commercial building in our lifetime. Your professionalism compared to most other real agents' we've engaged to represent us in the past speaks for itself. Stuart, it is apparent your intuition and no nonsense approach regarding buyers' and sellers' unrealistic expectations can save a client a great deal of time. Your honesty is most refreshing. You and Laura appear to leave no stone unturned and your senses of humour not to mention your patience during tense moments is commendable. Laura, you are extremely efficient in all ways when it comes to guiding clients through a difficult process. Your ability to simplify makes transactions much easier to comprehend. Your sensitivity and understanding through our process has been greatly appreciated. You and Stuart make an exceptional team. We would definitely have you represent us again. Thank you both, Laurie and John S.
Just a note to inform you that we have purchased a new home and are no longer in the market for a home. Thanks for keeping us informed of the resales in LWR. We appreciate and will recommend you as a diligent and knowledgeable realtor for the LWR area.
"Stuart was one of the best realtors we have ever worked with. He was so dedicated to selling our home. He guided us through the process with such knowledgeable information on the market, the nearby homes, and Zillow reports. Many customers want and expect to get top dollar for their home. My husband was one of those people. Stuart worked skillfully to show us a realistic price point for our home. He held more open houses than we would have ever expected. When offers came in he wasted no time to meet with us. I just can’t tell you how grateful we were to have him sell our house. He is such a gentleman. I admire his superb skills."
We just happened upon Stuart while going to open houses! What a magnificent find! We'll definitely use him when it's time to buy! Highly recommend working with him if you are in the market for a new home in Sarasota! 5 Stars ExcellentThe Graves, Maine.
Hi Stuart it’s camille marchese. I want to thank you a lot for guiding us and helping us. Unbelievable the difference when one works with a quality realtor and that you are. I know people don’t say they are appreciative enough but we are. I will happily share your name with the many folks who have “discovered” the Sarasota I love so much. You changed the course of our house hunting and honored our time so much. Just wanted to tell you how I felt. Camille. 8/8/19
Stuart was wonderful to work with and made the house hunting experience more enjoyable than we ever anticipated. I think the characteristic that really stood out was that he made it personal to our situation and just wanted us to be happy with our final decision. He was very open and knowledgeable about the area and subdivisions we were looking in. We were very please with the whole process and would recommend Stuart to our friends and family. Thank You Again, Chad & Michelle (New Home August 2020!!)
We had a great experience with Stuart and his wife. Very professional, honest and considerate team. They gave us well thought out advice along with extremely personalized service. I wouldn't doubt that once we move here our families become good friends! (One important note, they either answer or promptly return your phone call or text!) 5 STARS
5 STARS ALL THE WAY, what a great experience! Stuart and Laura made the home buying process a piece of cake with his knowledge, professionalism and communication. Thank youuuuuu so much! We Love the house.
Stuart was instrumental in helping me find a great home during my recent trip to Lakewood Ranch. He helped steer me towards a location and home that I probably wouldn't have found without him. Stuart is very professional and has a great personality. He's easy to work with and I highly recommend him.
My husband Darrell and I are truly amazed by the excellent service and dedication given to us by Stuart Lawrence during the listing and sale of our recent condo. He followed through as promised and found the right buyer and kept us informed throughout, making the process painless for us. Stuart’ s knowledge is so valuable to a seller and a buyer as he represents each client with the utmost concern and compassion. If you need a trusted professional to work hard for you, please allow Stuart Lawrence to be that person, he is honest, professional, and a terrific human being! We say ”five stars,“ Stuart, from beginning to end!!!!!
I have known members of Stuart's family for a number of years and can say with the utmost confidence that he is an individual of the highest integrity and ambition. There is no doubt in my mind that anyone selecting Stuart to represent them in a transaction - whether listing or sale - will be very impressed by his motivation and approach and, more importantly, fully satisfied with the results!!
Stuart and Laura Lawrence where a great team to work with. Their experience in real estate and knowledge of the area helped us find the perfect home. Even when we where out of town they were quick to keep us in the loop on current listings. We look forward to being their new neighbors.
Stuart Lawrence is definitely the man to see if you are selling your home, or looking to buy. My home was recently sold by Stuart in just about a month's time. It was such a pleasure dealing with this realtor. He is charming, knowledgeable, and definitely puts 110% plus of his time into the sale of your property. He certainly makes the entire experience as pleasant as possible. Needless to say, I was very pleased and would recommend him highly. Carolyn Lima, Saraota. 5 Stars
We had a wonderful experience selling our house in Lakewood Ranch - Stuart's attention to detail is like nothing I have ever experienced. He was always on our side with our best interests in mind the entire way even though we were 5000 miles away in Europe. He's very knoweldgeable, friendly, and attentive. Thank you Stuart for helping us sell our house, we will be forever grateful. 5 Star service.
I have known Stuart in a social environment for some time now, and I have always been impressed with his intelligence, charismatic personality and capability to research information and put it to good use. Since purchasing a new home or listing a home for sale, is one of the most personal and important events in our lives, it is important to have an agent who understands that and makes it as important to him. Stuart will do that. He is trustworthy and his passion for the real estate business will prove to be a winning combination for anyone who is looking to purchase a home or list theirs for sale.
My husband and I are happy to highly recommend Laura and Stuart Lawrence as realtors. They sold our house at asking price within 4 weeks. They made having open houses each week a priority and our buyer saw our house by stopping in to our open house. They are both charming and dynamic and a pleasure to be with. They know real estate and how to sell a house and negotiate the best deal for you. They were our advocates in getting us our best price so we couldn’t be more satisfied. They also did the same for us when we bought a house at a great price. Thank you, Laura and Stuart, for negotiating great prices for both the buy and sell prices of both houses. I can’t imagine anyone else doing such a good job for us.
Thank you Stuart & Laura for managing the negotiation process with such integrity and honesty during a difficult negotiation. Your fair and reasonable approach kept the process moving. We appreciate all you did for us in the purchasing process and are happy with our new home.
Stuart is the absolute BEST negotiator I have worked with. Stuart negotiates the best deal available. Stuart knows the financial landscape and will get his clients the best deal. What I appreciate the most is, Stuart will tell me "NO" when I am have unrealistic expectations....Not many will do the same. I highly recommend Stuart Lawrence as a business/realtor.......
I have been a realtor for 28 years in the capital of another state . Appreciatively I have been a top realtor for nearly all of thoseyears. While internet searching for a retirement home in Florida, I made a random inquiry on a listing and within seconds Mr. Stuart Lawrence replied by phone . Others called or emailed back hours and some days later . While visiting Sarasota on a house hunting spree this past weekend it was Mr Lawrence that catered to our every whim . He portrayed honesty, due diligence and trustworthiness during our visit . He reminded me of myself, a seasoned Realtor . It is my opinion that he has a successful career in front of him . I whole heartedly recommend him for any real estate needs you may have now or in the future . Excellent 5 STARS. Alan And Laurie Pennington CHARLESTON WV
We were especially pleased with the performance of our agent, Stuart Laurence, with support from his wife Laura. Stuart's engaging personality and enthusiasm made it easy for us to spend time with him. His focus never waivered from finding us the "right" buyer for our home. He was quite knowledgeable about our market and had an excellent price/value perspective. He was patient with us as we reluctantly agreed to "adjustments" to make our home more saleable in a "buyer's market" with significant competition. And when we did receive a "serious" offer, he moved quickly and consistently to lead us through the sales process all the way to closing. Everyone present at the closing on both sides of the sale commented on how "seamless" the ownership transfer went. He was a big part of that. We have agreed to employ Stuart to help us with our next step -- to purchase a smaller home in the Sarasota-Bradenton area. We expect to begin that process in the relatively near future. We commend you for developing an exceptional real estate service organization and staying abreast of the quickly changing home market situation in this area. It was clear Stewart had strong "back office" support to help him provide us the exceptional service he rendered. We look forward to working with MS again.
Thank you for your good work in getting my home in the Lakewood Ranch Country Club sold. It took some very hard work on everyone's part, but we got it done. It was delightful working with you. You really rolled up your sleeves on my behalf. Thank you to you both. I feel very willing to recommend you to friends and others who are looking for good realtors to work with them.
I have worked with Stuart on several occasions. He is very knowledgeable of the local area and current real estate trends. His professionalism shows in the important things like knowing the details of his contracts and reviewing the abundant paperwork that is required in a real estate transaction and also in the small things like always being on time. He is extremely personable and you can tell he cares about his customers, going the extra mile to ensure he is always there representing them. Simply an excellent agent.
Stuart is a very personable and knowledgeable Realtor. I would definitely work with him in relocating to Florida, confident that he would find our forever home.Excellent service 5 Stars.
Laura and Stuart are a great team and take the time to get to know their clients so they understand their likes and dislikes and apply that information to finding them the perfect house. They know the area well and to us that was important because they explained the differences between the many developments that the area had to offer. As remote buyers Laura took the time to visit our property weekly throughout the construction process to keep us informed of the progress. We would not hesitate to use them again if we decide to purchase another property in the area.
Stuart, thank you for making our new home purchase successful. Your knowledge and understanding of every step of the process has been instrumental in executing a smoothe transmission of contracts to me in Connecticut and my fiance in Sarasota. 5 stars isn't enough for all you've done for Us. Thank you, thank you, thank you! Pamela
Stuart did a great job in spending time with my wife and I during our early stages of searching for a property on Longboat Key. He sent us regular updates on listings and sat with us for a few hours in his office to help us narrow down the types of properties that met our desires. He was very accommodating to our timeline, and didn't pressure us into making any uninformed decisions. Joe Glowacki, Fort Myers, FL
Thanks to all for a very professional and painless experience, much appreciated. Stuart, it’s been a pleasure working with you (and Laura). If we’re ever back out Florida we’ll look you up!
After retirement we made the decision to relocate to Florida. We first had to find a location to fit our lifestyle. Starting at the Villages in Ocala, our journey took us as far south as Marco Island. We encountered many realtors and real estate agencies which was not always a pleasurable adventure. When we decided that Lakewood Ranch would be our home, we contacted Michael Saunders Realtors, because of their broad base inventory at our price range. That's when we first met Stuart and Laura Lawrence. This teams knowledge and experience to accommodate our needs made the process simply outstanding. We highly recommend Stuart and Laura for their true professionalism. Whether buying or selling properties, this winning team will take a honest personable interest in achieving your highest expectations.
Stuart is very nice, quick and efficient. I recommend him to everyone looking for a home. He’s great!
I have known Stuart for 15 years. He's an intelligent, articulate individual with a strong business ethic. He is a consummate professional with an attention to detail. He is very customer focused, will listen to what you want and his drive and motivation will then deliver results likely to exceed your expectations He's honest and trustworthy with a great sense of humour.
My wife and myself are Canadian citizens looking for a residence in the Sarasota Florida area. We were very fortunate to come into contact with Stuart Lawrence of Michael Saunders RE. Stuart listened very carefully to our concerns regarding the style/ configuration of house....geograghical location....price point and associated amenities. Through Stuart's careful planning and knowledge of the Sarasota and Lakewood Ranch area, we were able to tour a number of houses and, over the course of 2 days arrive at a purchase that met our requirements. As it turns out ...Stuart submitted an offer on an upgraded property c/w a pool that was completely furnished . The final result being a " turn key" move in house far below market average. We would like to take this opportunity to recommend Stuart Lawrence to any prospective buyer looking to purchase or sell in the Sarasota/ Lakewood Ranch area.
Gentleman, professional and would feel comfortable recommending Stuart to a prospective seller or buyer 5 stars
My Experience was excellent. Stuart Lawrence is by far the best realtor I have ever worked with, also his partner and wife Laura was fantastic. Great all around experience!! People like that are invaluable to a company.
Thank You for your tireless efforts to find our dream home. I know it has been a long journey, but with a happy ending, we couldn't have done it without your hard work, counsel, positive attitude, and commitment to us. We always felt like your most important clients and we couldn't have been more pleased and blessed with you both. All the best and I am sure we will see you soon. Love and Cheers,Michelle and Chad
Stuart is a unique combination of intelligence, enthusiasm, and sophistication that will bring success and enjoyment to his clients throughout the real estate search and purchase process!
I will always recommend you and Laura. I appreciate all of your knowledge and professionalism. It was a pleasure meeting and working with you both!
