I have a very high 'standards bar' for real estate selling. Dana and Donald met the bar easily in terms of the advice they gave us about pricing, timing, getting the unit ready to show to its best advantage, negotiating with potential buyers who put in bids, signing contractual papers, negotiating with the ultimate buyer and getting us through the walk-through and closing. We are ready to list a second unit with them. We highly recommend using the two of them.
Over thirty years ago, Donald Geikie sold my late partner, Jack Perry, and me a small condo on Lido. He also sold us a home on St. Armands. Jack and I built a new home on the key which Donald and his partner Dana Westmark sold for us. We then built a ranch in East County which Lee Byron and Susan Keal sold for us. Every Michael Saunders & Company transaction was a positive experience.This past year I surfed Zillow just to see what homes might be within my rock bottom budget. I found an older condo I liked but was unable to qualify for financing using the Zillow app.On a whim, I reached out to Donald. I hesitated as I knew this sale was low-end and fraught with challenges. This made no difference to Donald. He was so kind to me, set me at ease and assumed control of this project. He included Dana who also could not have been nicer to me.When I think about Michael Saunders & Company, I picture the most valuable, attractive properties, a diverse, international clientele, and the most professional, knowledgeable staff. During my small, nondescript transaction, it was all about the relationships your highly skilled staff forged with me. It has been a long time since I have felt valuable, but your staff made me feel valued. They encouraged me, supported me, and built my confidence. I don't believe you can put a price on how Donald, Dana and Megan made me feel. I will always be grateful for this.
Donald was extremely professional, knowledgeable and went way beyond our expectations in his efforts during a complex purchase. This property was a short sale and the process was arduous. At every step of the way Donald was there. He showed many properties, understood our needs, communicated continuously over long distance, and was a steady hand throughout the process. We have been through the home purchase process before and were never in better hands.
Donald Geikie & Dana Westmark were very professional from the start and just as important, extremely knowledgeable in real estate for the Sarasota area. It was very obvious they were well-prepared and ready to help us find our dream vacation home. We eventually found the vacation condominium that we felt was a perfect fit. We wanted to thank you and your team for making a complicated process into one that was very enjoyable. We would highly recommend you to anyone who is looking to buy or sell property in the Sarasota area.
Donald listened to our needs and was able to filter out properties that would not fit for us. When we found our property, he handled the negotiations splendidly. The result is that we are now homeowners in a lovely neighborhood. We can’t thank Donald enough got all he did to finalize the purchase. Donald is an asset that I’m sure you value highly in your corporation.
The service provided by Michael Saunders & Company was exceptional, in particular the tireless devotion that Dana Westmark gave to selling my property. From the day she and Donald Geikie came to discuss selling the property until the settlement date with the new owner, I felt that the sale of my house was never off Dana’s mind and the most important for her to sell.
Donald Geike and Dana Westmark did a truly outstanding job of selling our home. Their diligence and good humor made the arduous process of leaving our home of 33 years so much easier. Donald even helped us move boxes etc, and hired the right people to help. They were always there for us through the inevitable hiccups. I cannot tell you enough how grateful we are for their help. Michael Saunders & Company is blessed indeed to have them.
We worked with Dana Westmark and Donald Geikie to sell our house and to buy a new home. What a wonderful experience to work with two professionals who knew what we wanted and where to find it. As a result of their expertise and perseverance we sold our home and found a new home at the right place and price. Throughout the experience, we always managed to laugh and keep things in perspective. They are a great team. We would highly recommend your company to friends and family looking to relocate to this area.
I recently sold my house with wonderful help and guidance from Donald Geike and Dana Westmark. My main point of contact was Donald. He was with me the entire time. Although it seemed like “forever” from when the house went on the market until we had a contract, it actually was only 6 weeks. This was really phenomenal. From the video to the open houses to the lovely brochure to the internet presentation, Donald represented my house in a very positive way which resulted in a great outcome. Donald was present at the closing of my house and also was a great help in buying my new home. For this I was very grateful.
Our relationship with Donald and Dana has extended over the past 10 years. We have purchased and sold more than one home during this time. Because of our ongoing relationship with them, and their willingness to listen to our needs and desires in the real estate market, we have always had a very positive experience. The combination of Donald's witty sense of humor and Dana's always upbeat attitude has softened the low points and enhanced the high points along the way. We look forward to our continuing relationship with Donald and Dana because their customer-oriented focus and commitment to quality service doesn't make it seem like work at all!
We would like to express our deep appreciation to Dana Westmark and Donald Geikie for the outstanding work they did for us. Not only did they sell our Lakewood Ranch home near the asking price in just a few short weeks, but introduced us to a community which fit our downsizing needs perfectly. Due to their hard work, we were able to close one day and make our purchase the following day. It was a painless miracle, and we will be forever grateful. Not only efficient, but both were extremely responsive and sympathetic to our needs, helping us in innumerable ways in getting our home ready for sale, and recommending people to help us fix up our new house. We love it here. we will always be grateful to Dana and Don, and will be recommending them to everyone we know.
We first met your sales agents Donald Geikie and Dana Westmark in 2014 when they were your agents for the residence we saw at an open house, which we purchased to become our home. We were very satisfied that they were able to help in our negotiations with the Seller. They were the first agents we thought of when we decided to sell a rental property this year. With their advice, we set a price and quickly received a full-price offer that we accepted. Again they fulfilled our expectations on a smooth transaction. We would certainly use them again as our agent.
Donald and his partner, Dana, are both very ethical and experienced in the Sarasota market. They possess an enormous amount of professionalism and dedication as well. They are to be trusted and respected for the fine work that they do with their customers like us. We recommend them highly!
