Terri Derr, Broker-Associate, CLHMS, CNE, TRC, SFR

We have just sold our home using Terri Derr and Rita Holbrook. We’ve moved 27 times over the years and sold several homes in a long career. This was the very best service we have ever had. Terri is a pro at what she does. The closing agent Jennifer Crawford was the most efficient administrator I’ve experienced lately and this whole exercise, which can be difficult at best, was extraordinarily well done. Please convey my personal kudos to each one of them and accept my congratulations for a first class performance.

Terri Derr and Rita Holbrook were very professional, knowledgeable, and patient during my recent purchase of my house in Parrish FL. They moved me through the process seamlessly and answered all my questions and concerns quickly with no questions going unanswered. They are honest and hard working and I will recommend them enthusiastically!

I am the Trustee for a close relative who passed away last November. As Trustee of the estate my greatest concern and responsibility of the Trust has been the disposal of two properties. I was fortunate in that I was given the name of a local Realtor/Agent close to the properties in Florida, Ms. Terri Derr. I contacted Ms. Terri Derr and asked for a sample contract to review. We had multiple conversations over the meanings and interpretations of the contract, and Terri was exceptionally helpful and forthcoming. I was fortunate to have signed a contract with Terri for the sale of the properties. The most important property of the two immediately received what I call a "low ball" offer from a local Husband/Wife Attorney team. The offer was given with the suggestion that there was a problem with the property survey along the shoreline, which Terri decided to investigate.Terri's knowledge of the area combined with her investigative resources, connecting with the new surveyor, and reviewing a much older survey of the property cleared any issues. A second offer quickly followed from another buyer which we accepted.  Terri's hard work, diligence, and professionalism got the job done. You cannot imagine the number of phone calls, emails, texts and exchange of documents that Terri and I shared. Patience with me and all of the nuances of managing the sale of both properties was truly exceptional. I have no doubt that Terri is one of your outstanding Agents and will continue to be a success. I am thankful for her services, and to have had the opportunity to work with Terri. 

We decided to use Terri Derr on our friend’s recommendation. Terri and her sister and co-worker Rita Holbrook worked with us patiently and thoughtfully to find just the perfect home, and then they worked even harder to help us get through the process of buying, getting a mortgage, a lawyer, insurance, and all the other challenges of buying a home in another state. We were thrilled with their conscious, efficient and effective service from start to finish.

I am writing to express my satisfaction with Terri Derr during the recent sale of my condo. They were helpful from beginning to end including putting me in touch with a great attorney to help me through a short sale process. I would not hesitate to recommend Terri or Michael Saunders to others in the future.

You were both very professional, available at all times, and so helpful with our questions and concerns. We had complete trust in your guidance and you went out of your way to meet our considerable needs. We have recommended you in the past and will surely consider doing so in the future.

Terri Derr is our preferred agent when searching for homes. She is a most pleasant and hard working person who will go the extra mile to ensure you have seen all of the listings that are available for your needs. Terri is very experienced and knowledgeable about real estate in Southwest Florida, especially Sarasota. I highly recommend her for your real estate needs. I know she will not disappoint you!

I want to express my gratitude to Terri Derr and Rita Holbrook of Michael Saunders & Company for their professionalism and attention to detail when selling my house on St. Armand’s in a difficult market. Their communication skills, knowledge of the area and immediate willingness to take care of any problems that might arise was invaluable in realizing a sale. I highly recommend them to anyone with a vintage property like mine.

I am so overwhelmed (with thanks). First you did magic with the sale of my house and then sent me gifts. It should be the other way around. It was a pleasure working with you. Thank you so much for everything.

Terri Derr and Rita Holbrook are a wonderful Team. We wanted to re-locate after 41 years and Terri listened to our needs and what we liked Very professional and knowledgable and easy to work with. We love Terri and Rita and highly recommend this team for any real estate needs. Thank You Terri and Rita.

We had the great pleasure of retaining the dynamic duo of Terri Derr and Rita Holbrook for the sale of our home at Sutton Place. It was the easiest house sale we have had. Terri was immediately responsive with my many questions. Rita handled the paperwork efficiently and most of all kept our review to a minimum. Even when things were touchy on the appraisal, Terri handled things calmly and professionally. Thanks to them, we got full asking price. We would certainly use them again although we hope to never sell or buy another house.

Terri can lead you through and beyond the sale of your current home or the purchase of a new home or both, as she did with me. Her integrity, expertise, and professionalism were all in play and all needed. She kept the process from becoming both unsettling and protracted. I am especially grateful for Terri’s attention to detail and her thoughtfulness. My best interests became her priority. That’s the kind of person you want on your team!

When I was just starting my career in Sarasota, my mentor, Andy Cail, introduced me to Terri Derr, her then partner at Michael Saunders & Company. Terri and I have enjoyed a 27 year relationship in the Sarasota market. The addition of Terri's sister, Rita, to the fold has turned this once ‘One Class Act’ into a ‘Two Class Act’ and is one of the best Real Estate partnerships I have ever come across. I am grateful for both their business and friendship.

Terri and Rita both went the extra mile to prepare and maintain our condo for its sale. They worked with a difficult association board with great skill and diplomacy and were always there if we needed anything.In addition, they worked with some very difficult buyers who did their best to upset us all. They came through with flying colors.Michael Saunders is very fortunate to have such hard-working and talented people working with them!

We greatly appreciated the professionalism and outstanding client service from Terri Derr. Terri always made time for us and was tireless in going to check out listings in person that we could only see over the internet from 1,200 miles away, even over the holidays.  I was impressed with Terri's attention to detail and can-do attitude and before long we found ahead of our first stay in our new home in March.  Terri truly went above and beyond the call of duty every step of the way and we haven't been able to thank her enough. My wife and I are beyond thrilled that we turned an idea and a dream we had into reality and that Terri and your company made that all possible. 

We recently sold our Siesta Key home, which we listed with Terri Derr. Terri, and her assistant Rita, epitomizes the representation of Michael Saunders & Company that it has "exceptional people" serving clients. They are extraordinarily professional, knowledgeable, and caring. From prelisting detailed discussions with us through listing determinations, and on to closing, we had complete confidence in, and respect for, the experience and dedication of Terri and Rita to assist us in all aspects of the sale. All components of the listing, negotiations, contract, and closing were smoothly and deftly handled. They went above and beyond their roles as real estate professionals.

Terri Derr is the ultimate professional, knowledgeable, helpful and dependable. It was a pleasure working with her. We would not hesitate to recommend her.

We were first exposed to Michael Saunders & Company on the sale of our property on N. Manasota Key.  We found Terri very professional and PATIENT with a difficult buyer.  We ended up #18 on your list of sold properties for 2018.  We appreciated Terri's help in making it happen. We bought the lot in The Oaks on November 16, 2018.  Unfortunately, we found The Oaks building process to be overly complex and not time-driven.  We made the decision to put the lot back on the market and seek other housing.  We immediately turned to Nora Johnson and her partner Klaus Lang given they had sold the property, had the lot next to it listed and sold the lot next to that lot.  They were very familiar with the property. They represented me flawlessly and I was impressed with Klaus Lang's help seeking out new properties for us to consider.  He was a tireless worker.  Janet Carter, as the assistant to their team, was fantastic.  Too often an unsung, underappreciated job, which becomes the glue that holds it all together. We now are having a home built by Taylor Morrison, in their new development, Legacy Estates, in Palmer Ranch off Honoree.  We hope to be in on or before June of 2020.  

My experience with Terri Derr was a very positive one. I have know her for many years and has been involved with several purchases and sales personally and also very high reviews from several recommended friends. She is very professional and enjoyable to work with.