Linda and I are most grateful for the manner in which Robert quickly and efficiently brought to fruition the sale of our villa. Not only is he a most respected realtor, but also a classy gentleman, as evidenced from his generous gift to the MSC Foundation.
We had a very unique home to sell for the area and Robert provided recommendations as to how best prepare and market our home in order to find the largest audience. We really appreciated his knowledge, honesty and diligence in making our home sale come together.
Real Real After interviewing several Realtors my decision was to have Robt Goldman sell my house, He was very patient, knowledgeable and tolerant of my many questions. I'll highly recommend him to my friends and family.
Very professional and a great representative for seller and buyer.
The best realtor in Venice hands down. No reason to shop around.
Bringing Robert Goldman into the process of selling our home proved to be wise and financially rewarding. From his deep research to determine and command the best possible price for the property and his follow-through with the copy and pictures for a truly outstanding MLS listing, he was the consummate professional. And his efforts paid off. Using his clear ability to work well with his real estate colleagues, while providing all necessary information to help the buyer make a good decision, we got a solid offer in just a few weeks. In fact, we got two offers on the same day. What a thrill. To say that we are happy with Robert is an understatement. Thanks, so much. By the way, contract in hand, we turned to him on the purchase of our next home. And the paperwork for that will be signed the day we write this testimonial, continuing the good news of our experience and relationship with a man we consider tops in his field.
If you want to sell your house quick and hassle free, Rob Goldman is your man. If you want to find a home that exactly meets your criteria, Rob Goldman is your man. Rob is a real professional with years of experience. We decided to down size and asked Rob to find us a new home and to sell our existing house. Rob handled both ends. He found us a new home that fit our criteria exactly. When our existing house was put on the market it was sold at 100% of the asking price in 5 days. We are so glad that we asked Rob to be our agent, you will be also. Sal & Ingrid Trofi
Working with Robert Goldman was an exceptional experience. We expected the sale of two properties we owned to be a daunting one, however, it turned out to be anything but that! Robert's knowledge, professionalism and attention to every detail made the entire process smooth and seamless. Robert is our 'go to' Realtor from now on.
I was impressed with how Rob helped us to solidify our preferences while he located several properties. Rob was very knowledgeable about the market to help us prepare a competitive offer, and he negotiated excellent terms on our behalf. One year later, I decided to search for a larger condo, and without hesitation, I called Rob. He helped us prepare an offer and successfully negotiated a sale. Rob went above and beyond in helping to allow us to close in two weeks. I listed our original property, and he quickly negotiated a very attractive deal, accomplishing the sale in a week, at more than a 20% gain in just one year. I can’t say enough about how critical Rob was for us to successfully complete all three transactions. His expertise and professionalism set an excellent example.
Robert is the most knowledgeable realtor I have ever met. His life experience and his professional experience instill confidence that you are dealing with a person who is going to do what is right and what is right for you.
My family and I are so happy with the way our home sale turned out. Mr. Goldman's expert advice helped us get the house ready for sale and he priced it accurately. We ended up with offers after the first showing and sold the house that same day!
When my husband Bob and I decided it was time to sell our home, we called Robert. He helped and guided us in first finding the right place to move to. He knew we were not in a position to prepare our home for sale and have showings while living there. I was adamant that I wanted to stay here in Venice, keep my friends and social life at Pelican. Rob found the perfect place for us, and our dog Rusty, at Jacaranda Trace, amenities, cost and size. So, not until we moved and got settled in our new apartment, did Rob ready our home for resale. He took care of everything with minimal interruption in our life, and our home went on the market. Unfortunately, Bob passed away a short time after we moved into our new apartment. I think Bob wanted to know that I’d be alright. Some time thereafter Rob approached me about Alan Adams, a legally blind Veteran and his young family that wanted our home. Bob was a Vet. When I heard his story I just knew that Bob would want them to have our house, that it was meant to be. We agreed on a price, timeline and conditions. Rob told me there would be many challenges to overcome. Rob laid them all out, but, he said if I was patient, he assured me that it would all work out. Well, there were challenges, Rob kept me informed all the way. He even said I could pull out at any time if it was too much, but I wouldn’t have any of it. It took a few months to get it all through, but it was worth it. My home is now sold to a wonderful and appreciative family. Rob handled all of this for both of us, tactfully and with great care and empathy. It all went through just as he said it would. I’m happy and I know Bob is happy, knowing that our effort made a difference. ---- Betty Hackmeister
I really do want to thank you for the way you handled your side of the transaction we recently closed. To achieve that you did what many Realtors don't do - you proactively compared my Buyer's needs with other properties you knew. Throughout the transaction you made yourself available by phone and email and by going to the subject property whenever it was needed. Your helpfulness, friendliness, professionalism and attention to detail were exemplary.
Robert Goldman is a true professional. His ability to sell my home efficiently, combined with his expertise and knowledge of the market, made him a real pleasure to work with! He is a kind and caring individual who really understands the specific needs of his clients- I highly recommend him!
It was a true pleasure working with Robert on the sale of our home. He was very professional in all facets of the sale and the most efficient and knowledgeable Realtor I have met or dealt with. Roberts suggestions on pricing, staging and securing clients was on target and we were able to complete the transaction, start to finish, in about a month. I would highly recommend Robert to anyone looking to buy or sell real estate in the Venice area.
Thank you Robert for selling our home. Robert was very knowledgeable and professional. A pleasure to work with. We would highly recommend him.
It took me 3 years to break down and sell my house. Robert Goldman sat patiently waiting forthat moment and it finally came. At 95 [ CONCEDED DEFEAT. I called Robert and we went towork. Robert was extremely open, patient, knowledgeable and honest in guiding me thru the process. I felt very confident in him and he earned my trust and I will highly recommend him to all my friends. irene Esswein
Robert led us, like we were a team of 4 & he was the project manager. His incredible wife Luisa was the 4th team member. Peter and I got the benefit of Robert’s experience, wisdom, and empathy, and we learned a lot. We’ve both bought and sold dozens of homes - never before with a consummate professional as Robert is. One of a kind. Deeply grateful, Margie & Peter
As good as the sale of my brother's house went which you handled in 2018, the knowledge and commitment of both of you brought about steady progress to a conclusion that was extraordinary in all elements of the sale of my house. You deliberated on what would be the best marketing strategy. That which you finally recommended resulted in one day on the market with several offers above the listing price. I don't have any more Venice houses to sell, but if I did, I would certainly want to have you and Louisa handle that sale too.
Robert was an excellent choice for listing our Venice beachfront condo. He was very professional and enjoyable to do business with. The condo closed within 2 1/2 months of listing with him. We never had to go down to Venice to handle the transaction Robert staged it, got the photographer, listed it, and negotiated the sale. We have nicknamed him "The Closer" Thanks Robert:)
Has been very helpful and patient with me
My wife and I found Robert Goldman very knowledgeable and personable in our search for a house that would fit our very specific requirements.
Robert is a very knowledgeable, creative, thorough and savvy real estate practitioner who is a consummate professional. I worked with him on a very complex real estate short sale transaction, and his expertise significantly contributed to a successful result.
Rob is a dedicated realtor who really goes the extra mile for you. He set up all the showing before our arrival and was extremely helpful in finding what we want. I would highly recommend him if you are in the housing market!
I brought the Buyer to one of your other listings but the bid failed. You were interested enough to think through the situation, spoke with your Seller of another property and approached me to see if this other property might suit the Buyer. It did, we put a contract together and saw the transaction through to successful completion. Your helpfulness, friendliness, professionalism and attention to detail were exemplary.
Coming from Cape Cod, Massachusetts, my husband and I anticipated a very long search for our home in Florida; how wrong we were! Robert Goldman really LISTENED to our lengthy list of requirements and desires as we began our quest with him. On our third day of looking at houses, Robert said, "I have a house to show you which I think you will love." Within minutes of walking into this house, we knew we had found our home. I cannot stress enough how wonderful it is to work with such a consummate professional as Robert. Not only did he seem to read our minds, he also guided us through what can be an arduous experience. After negotiating with the seller to enable our purchase of the house, Robert was with us every step of the way-- from mortgage companies to inspectors to title companies--all the way to the closing, which, because of Robert, went like silk. Thank you Robert Goldman!!!
I give permission to Robert Goldman,to proceed with the listing. The issues,we discussed,will be addressed , if needed.
In our almost 50 years of marital bliss we have bought/sold eight 8 homes. Robert Goldman is a PRO, knowledgeable, helpful, friendly, efficient and HONEST. We will readily and enthusiastically recommend Mr. Goldman to neighbors and friends looking for property in our area and honorable representation.
Robert Goldman is very knowledgeable about the real estate market and home values. He is dependable, honest, and displayed a lot of integrity in handling our home sale. He went above and beyond in what was expected in helping us sell our home. If you need to buy or sell or just get one ready to sell, he is your man. We can't say enough wonderful things about him. We highly recommend him.
Our experience was 5 stars all the way through the entire transaction. We are seniors and have purchased and sold a number of properties to date and this was without question our best experience. Robert Goldman is truly an expert in every facet of realty transactions. Extremely knowledgeable, with superb communication skills. He answered most of our questions before we even asked - that's thoroughness! Aside from this he noted the advantages of dealing with a well established firm, that is, Michael Saunders & Company and is obviously proud to be associated with such an outstanding entity.
“I have had the great pleasure of working with Robert Goldman, J.D., on what could have become an extremely difficult case. We represented the same client -- I as the attorney in the lawsuit, and Robert as the realtor handling the short sale. From my recent work with Robert, he has demonstrated a broad knowledge, high integrity, and genuine concern for his clients
Dear Michael and Drayton Saunders, We want to personally recognize your firm, and Robert Goldman, the real estate professional on our recent home sale in Venice, Florida. Beginning in early March, Robert committed to help us sell our home, taking care to inform us of the intensity and competitiveness of the current real estate market.We listened carefully but will just as candidly admit that our previous 30 plus years' experience as home buyers and sellers did not prepare us for a maelstrom of housing markets, financial insecurity, and an intense need to make up for lost time due to the pandemic. Seemingly a perfect storm.Robert steered us through these "troubled waters''. His expertise and calm determination were instrumental in our now completed home sale in Venice. An unending stream of challenges throughout the process, ranged from a yet unexplained water turnoff (not due to our aging competence); guessing and fixing potential house and yard repairs that might be raised in inspections and walkthroughs; an inept, paper-based virtual closing by a buyer-side legal team(our proceeds' formal status ("the proverbial, the check is in the mail''). Robert was onsite asneeded, available, he utilized a trusted network of experts, and professionally managed via a prudent path, repeatedly. To his credit, seller-side escalation has been unnecessary. And, his negotiating skills and strategy for determining the appropriate list price to effect the highest sold price proved to be right on the mark. We want you and your leadership team to know of our admiration and respect for Robert, often advising us legally as an attorney, while simultaneously facilitating and mediating with a confident and professional demeanor. We have had no previous experience with this level of advice and counsel coupled with fast-paced problem solving. We are not conversant with your recognition programs, e.g., how the "at a- boy'' or "at t a-girl'' works, but our invaluable experience deserves your attention.Sincerely, Margie Farber & Peter Sykes
We really enjoyed working with Robert Goldman. He not only listed our home but sold it too! We appreciated his professionalism, analytical skills, honesty and guidance. We would recommend Robert to anyone looking to list or buy a home. Thank you again Robert!
Rob and his wife toured our home before listing it. They gave us candid pointers on how to improve the "look and feel" of our home. We implemented their suggestions, and this helps us not only sell our house, but also simplified the move out process as well.
We could not have been more satisfied with the service provided by Rob Goldman and the Michael Saunders team. Rob was on top of all the details and provided guidance that led to the speedy sale of our home at a price that met our expectations. He also took charge of getting a contractor/handyman to remediate the issues that arose during the inspection. All in all, a great job!
Robert was our agent during the recent purchase of our home in Venice, FL. He was extremely helpful and supported us throughout the entire process--from offer through to settlement--with exceptional responsiveness and attention to detail. His years of experience as a real estate attorney were invaluable in helping us to understand our legal rights as buyers. As a local resident, he fully understands the community and the specifics of purchasing a home in FL. He was prompt and thorough in addressing any and all of our questions and concerns. Further, he was extremely proactive, often anticipating issues and addressing them before we even raised them. While it was not his legal responsibility serve as our fiduciary, we always felt that Robert had our best interests at heart. We recommend him highly as a Real Estate Agent! Thank you, Robert!
Rob and his wife Luisa were fantastic. They made home selling process so very easy for us. They helped every set of the way They helped coordinate with vendors to get the house ready for sale. The house was only on the market 24hours and we received 3 offers. We feel this was directly due to their attention our home. We are very grateful all their efforts. We would recommend them to anyone selling their home.
Excellent Experience with Robert Goldman. He is extremely knowledgeable.
With Robert Goldman, you have a person who can maintain the relationship and get the deal closed. This was my fifth transaction with Robert. He listed and sold two of my homes and he sold me the condo I’m currently in. We had a challenging buyer on this latest transaction. I was so thankful that I had someone with Robert’s background and experience on my side. He did not let an emotional buyer derail the deal. He stuck to the contract, and in my opinion, he also had to do the job of the buyer's agents.I’m going to stay put for a while but when I’m ready to sell again, I’ll be calling Robert Goldman.Thank you for the opportunity to comment.~Mary Lynn Ross
We really appreciate everything that Robert did for us. Without his help I'm not sure we would have sold our home as quickly as we did. Robert must be an asset to Michael Saunders & Company. I will recommend your company to anyone I know who might be selling their home.
Robert, thank you so much for helping us buy our new home. We have been involved in a number of real estate transaction and we can truly say that there has never been a more comprehensive and timely responsive individual as yourself. Thank you Roy and Nancy
Throughout our search for a home , Robert has been outstanding . He is professional, and always available and responsive to our myriad requests . While the process can be stressful, he brings a level of warmth and sincere interest to his client relationships that reduces any angst before it arises. His attention to detail is terrific and his knowledge of the area and his profession is unequaled. He is simply the best real estate broker we have ever used. We would give him five stars.
I’m not sure I have the words to describe how blessed we were to have found Robert. His devotion to making sure we purchased the perfect home and price range for our family was second to none. What first drew me to Robert was his personality and integrity, then throughout the process of buying and selling I was lucky enough to see how caring he is. He went above and beyond For my family and I. I can not give a higher level of recommendation. You simply will not find another realtor who will genuinely look after what is best for you than Robert Goldman. Robert thank you for coming into our lives, everything you did for us, and for being such a light in the world. You are a blessing!
Simply put, Rob Goldman knows the current real estate market in the areas he serves. We have both sold and purchased homes using Rob as our agent. Rob seeks to get the current market value when representing the seller and seeks to pay no more than the current market value when representing the buyer. As such, my experience is that Rob is an excellent agent to represent your interests no matter if you are buying or selling a property.
Absolutely first rate in every way. Terrific correspondence, attention to details. Communications always clear and to the point. Always readily accessible. Offered extraordinary helpful suggestions. Simply a pleasure to work with - there is nothing more to say! This has been simply a perfect experience for both my wife and I.
I called on short notice to look at a property Rob had listed. He showed me the property and sent me the listing information within hours. He was professional and well educated on the real estate market. I would recommend him to represent you during a real estate buying or selling process. It was evident to me he knows his stuff! Rita
My favorite place , wherever I have lived, has always been in the garden.I have cultivated and curated my present gardens over the 14 years I have lived here. Some of my plants that attract a myriad of butterflies are milkweed, lantana, and penta. I have orchids growing in the base of a palm tree, and Bird of Paradise tree, as well as ground orchids. There is a beautiful pink crape myrtle tree on the side of the house with a cardinal's nest in it. The cardinals return each year to raise their young, and I can watch them out my guest bath window! Some of my other plants are two gardenias, a dwarf meyer lemon tree, three native rose bushes, two pagoda plants, crotons, a gold mound, and a pineapple plant. My herb garden contains mint, Thai basil, sweet basil, sage, rosemary, tarragon and chive. My garden is a feast for the senses! The preserve in the back of the house affords great privacy for me and for the abundant wildlife. There are all kinds of song birds and owls that call to each other at night. It is truly a wonderful, quiet, peaceful place to live.
When my wife and I decided to sell our unit in Pelican Pointe, we made a decision to go with Robert Goldman of Michael Saunders & Co. based on his initial presentation and the knowledge he exhibited of the present day Real Estate market in our area. The recommended list price was close to what the unit sold for. I would highly recommend Mr. Goldman and Michael Saunders & Co. for their exceptional service.
Robert- I don't expect to be selling another property in Pelican Pointe soon, but when I do I already know who my sales agent will be. You were aware of the personal commitments that negatively impacted my availability to follow through on activities that were my responsibility. Your taking on those obligations whole heartedly and efficiently made things easier for my family. You demonstrated a depth of knowledge and experience that led to this remarkably quick sale. Thank you for always being available by phone or in person whenever I needed your advice. Ed Bassler 886 Macaw Circle, Venice (Pelican Pointe)
Thank you, Mr Goldman for your valuable insight and analysis of financial details of housing market in Sarasota area. We sincerely value your comments.
Robert was the sellers agent in our purchase. His commitment to not only his clients concerns but both ours is what made this enjoyable experience. We did not know Robert until we met at our original walk thru but based on our experience he will be the only realtor that we will ever use in our future. Never have we dealt with someone who truly cared about making the experience enjoyable for both the buyer and the seller. We would strongly recommend Robert to anyone and everyone. 10+ out of 10 rating from the Wollaston’s. Thank you sir.
Robert Goldman walked us through each stage of the sale. He helped with staging, made suggestions to make our home ready to sell at a reasonable price. We would recommend Mr Goldman because he was available, honest, professional and friendly.
I love Rob he IS the best!
Excellent information and analysis. Potential buyers appreciate honesty and objectivity. Mr.Robert Goldmam excels at both
I used to manage a sales force of student loan professionals. I would categorize my staff into two kinds of sales professionals; those that would maintain a relationship with the customer and those that could close the deal. Both kinds were needed. With Robert Goldman, you have a person who can maintain the relationship and get the deal closed. This was my fifth transaction with Robert. He listed and sold two of my homes and he sold me the condo I’m currently in. I am going to stay put for awhile but when I'm ready to sell again, I'll be calling Robert Goldman. Thank you,Mary Lynn Ross
thank you for a nice thought, most welcome, Jay&Joyce Ohlsen
Even though we live in Pelican Pointe, and have known Robert Goldman for several years, this is the first time we have had the opportunity to use Rob as our Real Estate representative. As anticipated, we both appreciated Rob's personal and professional approach to our purchase. In addition, Rob's "prior life" as a real estate attorney gives him unique perspective and skill that added to his value in representing us. We will certainly want Rob on our side of the table for any future real estate needs. You can be sure he represents the company you have built with the utmost professionalism, skill, and integrity.
Expert guidance, unsurpassed experience, integrity, supreme competence, diligence… I don’t know what more you could ask for in a realtor. Robert Goldman brings all of these qualities to the table and then some. Simply put, he is the best of the best. James Keim
Rob Did a wonderful job of doing what had to be done to show the home at its best. If you want your home to bring its true market value and want it handled with a minimum of aggravation…list it with Rob and follow his suggestions.
My husband and I both bought and sold a home using Robert as our realtor. We appreciated his integrity and direction throughout the process and would recommend him to anyone.
I can highly recommend Robert Goldman and his team for their professionalism, experience, knowledge, and dedication. Robert is deeply knowledgeable about the local market and up-to-date trends. His predictions as to potential buyer group and property price were spot on. The combination of skills as a realtor and real estate attorney made any legal communication and matters a quick and smooth eye-level conversation. Robert and his team were on time with all tasks, responded promptly to any communication, and used their experience to both drive the transaction forward and make the deal go through smoothly on the practical side. All promises were kept timely (quick readying of the property for sale, great photos and staging, swift listing, open house, professional transmission of offers with quick overview analysis) and they went above their duties to help in my case of an estate sale. I thank them very much and will recommend them to anyone looking for a pleasant and stress-free buyer or seller experience.
I'm currently working with Mr. Goldman. Why? Intelligent, knowledgeable and straight talk. Period :)
Robert's insight regarding the real estate market is of paramount importance when choosing a real estate agent. He is aware of all properties for sale which is invaluable when either pricing yours for sale or on the buying side. Clearly, he an asset if you are interested in buying or selling.
Very informative. Explained things very well. Worked on our behalf, Will be happy to work with him again. Russell Crowe Cynthia Crowe
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