Janis Collier, Realtor®, CLHMS

Twenty years ago, when I flew into Sarasota to look for a new home, I had very little knowledge of the area. Janis Collier spent a long and hot day showing me many options from Palmer Ranch to Lakewood Ranch. Ultimately, I settled on University Park Country Club and built a house there. Twenty years later, when I decided to build a new house "Out East", Janis was invaluable in helping pick the perfect lot in the perfect community. The next step was assessing my University Park home and making recommendations to ready it for showing. Her expertise, attention to detail, and years of experience guided me in making the sometimes hard decisions that resulted in turning a well-loved home into a picture-perfect showcase. Her networking and enthusiasm resulted in a contract in less than a week. Ron Collier's legal experience and embrace of technology made the paperwork painless. Through DocuSign I was able to sign the needed documents from the convenience of my home using my computer or phone. Janis and Ron brought this sale to a successful closing in the middle of a pandemic without missing a beat. I cannot imagine a more stressful time for a real estate transaction, but The Collier Group smoothly and efficiently navigated whatever obstacles or hiccups that came our way. Anyone contemplating a move to this area, or buying or selling a home, would be well served by contacting The Collier Group of Michael Saunders & Company.

Janis and Ron did a wonderful job for us!  They found our perfect new home and since it was new construction, did lots of hand holding and were available at all developer meetings to make sure we felt comfortable and understood all the details.  The sale of our Lakewood Ranch home happened by in one day by Collier's networking abilities!  They were able to get us over list price, we didn't have the hassle of readying the house for showings and leaving. Since we have a dog this would have been a huge inconvenience.  Janis and Ron are so easy to work with, they are a fine-tuned team where nothing falls through the cracks...in fact, working with Ron will give you a new sense of what follow-up really means!  A real pleasure and we highly recommend them.Judi and Peter.  

Second time using Janis and her team, first a purchase in downtown Sarasota and then 5 years later the sale. Being from Buffalo and not in town for the process both times, we had tremendous confidence that all was being handled, we were kept in the loop every step of the way. I was impressed both times at the way the Collier team went above and beyond, they coordinated the cleaning and staging of the unit, attended inspections and followed up on each item, assisted on the disposition of furniture, a trusted advisor, extremely knowledgeable of the market and the condos in the area. Highly recommended!

We were thinking about purchasing a seasonal home in Sarasota. We contacted Janis over a year ago and explained that it might take a few years before we were prepared to commit and she willingly worked with us on that basis. Equally important was how quickly and completely she understood the lifestyle we wanted in Sarasota and tailored the properties we were shown to meet our lifestyle goals. During our first meeting she provided us with a package of information on the arts and culture in Sarasota .Since we are not Sarasota locals, Janis helped us identify contractors, designers, etc. to assist us getting our new home ready for our arrival in the fall. Ron made the documentation and closing quick and efficient. Finally, both Janis and Ron were always quick to respond to calls and emails. They made the entire purchase experience as stress-free as could be expected. This is a team that goes the extra mile for their clients.

 Five years ago, Janis sold me my condominium downtown.  When I decided I wanted to move to a single-family home, I didn’t hesitate for a second to call on Janis for her assistance.  Lucky for me, her excellent service was doubled by Ron, her husband, who is now working with Janis.  As a retired lawyer, his expertise and incredible attention to every detail gave me all the assurance needed to know that my transaction would go smoothly.  From start to finish, The Collier Group handled everything in a timely, precise manner while staying in constant communication.  I can’t say enough good things about Janis and Ron.  I wholeheartedly endorse them for either buying or selling-I used them for both.  They are an exceptional couple who work together seamlessly, efficiently, and have fun along the way! John A.

Exceptional indepth knowledge of the real estate market and the clients (us) by Janis and Ron Collier, lead us to purchasing our dream home in Sarasota in record time. Through her contacts, a preview showing of a home that perfectly fit our needs and desires led to our immediate purchase. The listing and sale of our condo happened just as seamlessly - multiple offers even before the listing hit the MLS, only two days of showings and closing in less than five weeks! After the papers were signed, Janis and Ron continued to work tirelessly attending to all the details to everyone’s satisfaction. Janis had originally sold us the condominium six years ago and we feel very fortunate to have been able to continue having her and The Collier Group of Michael Saunders & Company as our Realtor.

The Collier Group goes above and beyond expectations. They’re more than just Realtors - they’re advisors that help you make the right decisions every step of the way. Their energy, enthusiasm and good humor meant that we had fun every step of the way. Janis, Ron and Mary are extremely patient, honest and caring professionals that I would recommend without hesitation. 

Janis was sending us information regarding properties months before we came to actually came to the Sarasota area and started visiting them. We were able to hit the ground running. Once our offer was accepted, Ron was invaluable helping to wind our way to be sure that the property met the association and county rules. He and Janis helped us line up people to look after the home, pool and grounds, since we initially will be snowbirds, and we weren't familiar with the local vendors. The seller's agent was also a part of the Michael Saunders organization. During the walk through the day before closing, the seller's agent's son helped us put up the hurricane shutters, and stayed until he was sure that we were all set. That's what I would call bumper to bumper coverage by Janis, Ron, and the whole team at Michael Saunders. Thank you, all! Marlene and Ed Lipman

Janis is more than my realtor - Janis is my fairy godmother, my surrogate mother, my one-stop-shop for all things Sarasota. Moving from another continent and faced with so many unknowns and fears, Janis has been there to ably guide us every step of the way. With her knowledge, experience, sense of humor and practical know-how, I have felt 150% confident with our whole transaction and wouldn't hesitate to recommend Janis to anyone as a top realtor. Janis is the absolute BEST!

If you are looking for a professional real estate agent Janis Collier is the one. She is knowledgeable, caring and if she thinks you are getting cranky while looking at homes, she will pull out a PB and J sandwich to calm you down. Along with her husband Ron, they will help you with ANY issue and keep you updated until you close on your new home. Bob M.

When it came time to downsizing we didn’t hesitate to contact The Collier Group. Janis and Ron patiently guided us through the process of finding our new place and then selling our home. They each provided important insights and always were available when we needed them. We highly recommend Janis and Ron for anyone’s real estate needs.

I want you to know what a fabulous realtor Janis Collier is. I explained to her what I was looking for and my reasons. We formulated a plan and when I came to Florida we already had a game plan. After seeing many homes, I spoke to her at length at what my concerns were. She helped us make a great decision. If I had any questions or needed answers, Janis was always there with the answers. I rarely write notes like this but because I feel Janis is terrific, I needed you to know what a gem she is!

Janis and Ron, Thank you so much for the excellent way you handled the recent sale of our Beachplace condo. You managed the process from start to finish as well as it could've been done, in spite of the significant challenges caused by the pandemic. Your attention to detail was incredible and your determination to do the job right is remarkable., You realize that you've been our go-to realtor for over 26 years, right? We bought our first Beachplace condo from you in 1994, and have purchased a number of others through you since. You've helped us every step of the way, and represented our best interests in more ways than I can count. And, when we've referred you to our friends, they've been as pleased as we are. Just this week, we got a phone call from a friend at Beachplace. You recently sold her condo and she wanted us to know how satisfied she is with the service you provided. She thinks you're the best. So do Lucy and I! You and Ron are highly competent professionals, and I'll be happy to serve as a reference anytime. Again, thank you. Dave Blanford

Janis and Ron and my Husband and I have been personal friends since we all moved to Sarasota many many years ago and I agree with all of the wonderful reviews on a very personal level. Love to you Janis and Ron

It was a pleasure to work with Janis and Ron on the sale of my Mother's property in Florida. They were both extremely helpful and knowledgeable about the Sarasota market, especially during such a difficult time.(the pandemic) They were easy to reach and communicated well during every step from the sales negotiation through closing. A great experience and a great team. Thanks.

When my family and I decided after many happy years, that the time had come to sell our condo, we didn't hesitate for a moment before calling Janis Collier to ask her to take over the project. Since she had sold us the property about 18 years ago, we felt confident that she was exactly the right person to handle the sale. The Collier family operates smoothly, skillfully; with good humor and their efforts are successfully rewarded. I would buy or sell again, under their first-rate style, skill and intelligence if the need arose. They are the best! 

Thank you for a well-informed tour, the wonderful binder of information, and for planning the day to include a look at the vibrant downtown as well as a cross-section of communities. As I mentioned in parting, you are perfect at what you do!

We were struck by the dedication and integrity of Janis Collier. She never pushed us to buy, she listened to our thoughts, she offered her opinion when asked and steered us away from potentially poor decisions and clearly understood what we were looking for. I could not have asked for a better experience from a company or Realtor.

I was delighted to work with Mary, Janis, and Ron on the sale of my Sarasota home this fall, and, prior to that, on the purchase of another home in Sarasota. Though I know they have many, many clients, they were always so response that they made me feel like I was the only one they were working with each time. Having Ron's expertise as a lawyer was extremely helpful and he patiently walked me through all of the forms and contracts and explained documents in layman's terms. They responded to every text, email and question immediately. And most important, they made something that could have been stressful and emotional (selling my childhood home), joyful and even fun - they kept everything light and made me feel positive about the decisions I was making. They are extraordinary realtors and extraordinary people! I look forward to working with them again!

Our home sale with the Collier Group was the most pleasant and successful real estate experience we've ever had. Our home sold within 36 hours of listing, even before the "For Sale" sign went up. The entire process was superb, including the pre-listing conference, the professional photography, use of the internet, the property showings, interactions with buyers agents, and closing arrangements. The decades of Janis and Ron Collier's experience put us in good stead. Communication was excellent throughout the whole period. We couldn't have been more pleased. 

Janis and I first connected back in 2007 when my family temporarily relocated to Florida. During our four year stay in Sarasota, we occasionally looked at homes to buy, and Janis was always more than willing to show us around. We were indecisive and she was very patient with us, never pressuring us to go ahead with anything we weren't 100% sure of. We finally decided this year (2015) to forge ahead and buy a home in Sarasota, so of course we called Janis. She spent four full days with us, as we searched for the right fit. We found it, and thanks to Janis everything from start to finish went smoothly. We now own a home in Sarasota. I would highly recommend Janis to anyone searching for a home. Her knowledge and experience, coupled with her fun personality, made our home-buying experience enjoyable. Thanks Janis!

Janis was recommended to us by a friend and her knowledge, expertise and personal attentiveness to our wants and needs went beyond our expectations. We look at our new home as a great find, but truly believe that Janis Collier was key to the success we had and an even greater find.

Once we connected with Janis and Ron looking for a new home was far less daunting, especially given the current real estate market frenzy. They listened carefully and found the perfect home for us. Attention to detail and their years of experience took a lot of the stress out of the process, and they were spot on advising us. Collier Group actually made the arduous task of finding a home a pleasant experience and we highly recommend them.

We worked with Janis when we moved to Sarasota as a young family and were very happy with the support she gave us then. Fast forward 20 years and several moves later, we were looking to buy a condo in the Sarasota area, so we contacted Janis. Janis has a fabulous knowledge of the different options in Sarasota and after hearing what we were looking for and our budget, she helped focus our search. Once we identified a property, Janis helped structure our offer to avoid prolonged bidding and to achieve success. Ron Collier, in the background, took care of all the paperwork and in ensuring that we had at least a couple of different options for closing, inspecting, home warranty, etc. Considering we purchased the property without stepping in FL the process was seamless.  We were delighted by the experience and highly recommend Janis and Ron! 

I can't thank you enough! You and Ron were incredible. I am so happy to be done with the house part of the Trust. Now to finish off the rest of the trust stuff and I can close that chapter. I have enjoyed getting to know you and I hope we can meet in person someday.

Janis Collier and her husband Ron Collier (lawyer) provided us the best possible service we could have imagined for the successful sale of our house in Sarasota, Florida. Absolutely always available for any questions, needs, call her and email her and you are sure you will get a response. If she is not available right at the moment you can be sure she will get back to you. Works with you to solve all problems, provides practical advice, good recommendations. Superb marketing and excellent presentation of our home, strong internet presence including providing top quality photographs and online video tour. Janice is a high quality real estate professional that loves what she does, is nice to deal with, sense of humor, good taste, excellent negotiator and always a positive problem solver. Not an agent who would list your house and wait.... she is a real hard working person as well as her husband. Great team. Our highest recommendation, you will be in great hands.

My experience with Janis and Ron was well beyond anything I expected from dealing with realtors. They were always available to me to answer questions and to give me advice and guidance. They are extremely professional and especially knowledgeable. Selling my home was not an easy decision but Janis and Ron made the process as simple as possible and as smooth as possible. They are a 5* team and I would recommend them to anyone looking for assistance in buying or selling a home. They are the BEST!

Dear Colliers, there is no way we can ever express our gratitude for ALL you did, far over and above ANY closing (amongst many) that we have experienced.  Thank you from the bottom of our hearts! We love you all! 

Six months have passed since the closing on our purchase of our home in Sarasota. Janis, and husband Ron, zealously represented us through the trials and tribulations of finding the “perfect” home. Through 18 months of negotiations on three prior properties, Janis and Ron always made us feel special and important, and never rushed us. And that our requirements changed through the process made their job much more challenging. Janis and Ron are a perfect team. Janis knows the market like the back of her hand. Ron is the detail man who makes certain that all aspects of your transaction are covered. While searching for a home can be daunting and frustrating, Janis and Ron made the experience pleasant. Having also sold our home in Ohio, we can say that getting the right Realtor makes all the difference in the world. We unequivocally recommend the Collier Team without reservation.

The professional quality of Janis Collier’s presentation of the approach her Collier Group and the total Michael Saunders firm would take to the marketing of our home left absolutely no doubt as to whom we wanted to represent us. Our trust was not misplaced. Janis, her husband and real estate partner Ron, and their daughter Mary were a delight to work with. The result in both time and value terms was testimony to their exceptional capabilities.

Janis & Ron Collier sold my house at 7523 Ascot Court, University Park In May 2020. She advised me about changes I should make in my home to enhance its marketability. I signed the sale Listing agreement with her on Dec. 13, 2019, and my house was under contract on January 12, 2020- pretty remarkable and much faster than I had expected! In addition, I had Janis' guidance when I decided to build a new home at The Isles in Lakewood Ranch. She provided her invaluable opinion which among other things included helping me pick out the perfect lot. If I'm ever in need of a real estate broker again, The Collier Group will be my first phone call. I will also happily recommend them to any of my friends.Ann Hirsch

I’ve had the good fortune of benefiting from my daughter and son-in-law ‘s experience when they chose to upgrade to a larger home. Janis and Ron were there from day one to the successful conclusion of their selling and buying process. Such has been my experience with Janis and Ron. They know Sarasota. They know the market. In my case, Janis knew what I wanted and wasted no time in finding it. Ron provided the legal acumen so necessary for a successful transaction. They’re a great combination!

I can see the end in sight. It seemed so insurmountable and thanks to Ron and Janis we are almost there.
Really, thank you from the bottom of my heart. You both have been supportive as realtors and as friends, a big hug to you both.

I would like to thank Janis and Ron Collier for patiently and intuitively working with me to find a house in an impossible market. They were always available to discuss concerns and ready at a moments notice to present a bid- and comfort me when I lost a house to that higher bidder. We developed a great working relationship which is always important but even more so in the present market where trusting your brokers is critical to purchasing a house - when they say bid right now it means BID RIGHT NOW! In addition to being great brokers they are great people. Funny, straightforward, and kind I could not have asked for better people to guide me on this new path.

The Collier Group is the one and only real estate team in town! I say this as a commercial broker in Sarasota for over 30 years who refers ONLY to the Collier group for my business clients, friends and family! The Collier Group has 100% success rate in my book. Their experience, credibility, energy and knowledge comes through at your very first meeting. Ron Collier, a prominent successful attorney for over 40 years who has joined the group, is " the icing on the cake". With his legal knowledge the package is completed as the only full service realtor group to have, whether listing or and selling your home!
                                                                                    Barbara B.

During my two and a half days with Janis, I felt that she was concentrating only on me. This was impressive in these fast-paced days of doing business. Janis went beyond her normal role to help me make my purchase from a remote location. She has continued to support me to assure that I have a smooth transition to home ownership in Sarasota. Janis is a high energy, dependable, fun person to deal with.

We live in Pa. and came down to buy a winter home in Sarasota. We worked with Janis Collier and that was an excellent choice. Janis knows the area very well and really listened to what we were looking for. She guided and helped us in a friendly and professional manner. We are happy with our new home and Janis continues to offer her assistance. We highly and wholeheartedly recommend Janis as an excellent real estate agent, she is a pleasure to work with.

We just completed a very busy month working with Janis and Ron Collier. We purchased a new downtown condo, they represented us as the buyers, and we sold our single family home, for which they represented us as the sellers. During all phases of both transactions they were in constant and timely communication, never let a detail slip through the cracks, and treated all parties involved in both situations with the utmost respect. They are the consummate professional team! We unhesitatingly recommend them and when we have another real estate transaction, we will surely work with Janis and Ron!

Our experience with Janis and Ron Collier was excellent. The process was absolutely seamless and we love our new home at Star Farms in Lakewood Ranch, FL! The Collier's were available to answer our questions and move the process along via text, email and phone on a moments notice. We moved from upstate NY in exactly 7 weeks, start to finish.

This is the fifth (yes, fifth) home we’ve bought or sold with Janis over the years. And, this time we had the pleasure of getting to work with Ron as well. This is truly the ‘dream team…’ Janis’ social nature and energetic approach brings in the right buyers and Ron’s career in law puts our mind at ease with the contracts. On top of that, they’re both just amazing people and we consider them to be part of the family at this point. Thanks for another smooth sale and purchase!

Our buying experience was made wonderful with Janis and Ron guiding us every step of the way. They saw to every detail and called our attention to little things we would have missed. They truly had our best interests in mind and negotiated a better price than we could have hoped for. They are gems to work with. Thanks for everything guys!

We worked with Janis and Ron to purchase our Florida condo from out-of-state. Due to the pandemic, we were not able to be in Florida for the process and Janis and Ron went above and beyond to make the experience stress-free and run smoothly. We greatly appreciated and benefited from their fantastic communication skills, attention-to-detail and extensive knowledge of real estate. They were absolutely fantastic to work with and we can't emphasize enough how much their care and concern for providing a top-rate experience was for us. We would highly recommend using them for any of your real estate needs. You will not find a better team to represent you! Thank you again, Janis and Ron!

Janis Collier had no reason to take me on as a client other than the fact that she has a heart of true gold.  She was a friend of a very good friend of mine and simply because he asked a favor, she went from showing multimillion-dollar estates to clients one minute to allowing me to drag her from house to house for over a month. She spent way more time then I could have ever hoped for. Always delightful, compassionate and truly excited every time we found something that was a possibility. Ultimately, she was the one who found and drove me to the door of our dreams. The moment I walked in the front door I knew I was home. Her incredible generosity continued through the inspection and closing process where she went so above and beyond to make sure I was always in the very best hands. Not once did I ever sense even a slight feeling that I was a drain. Her drive, insight and empathy is beyond measure. 

Janis and Ron and my Husband and I have been personal friends since we all moved to Sarasota many many years ago and I agree with all of the wonderful reviews on a very personal level. Love to you Janis and Ron

We recently purchased our first home in Sarasota from the best real estate agent around, Janis Collier. She provided outstanding top-rate service, displayed a willingness to drop everything and coordinate her schedule around ours, and made us feel like we were family. We even had enough confidence in to make an offer without ever seeing the home in person.

My wife, Jessica, and I met Janis while looking for our first home in Sarasota. We were so impressed with her professionalism, work ethic and tenacity that we have since had multiple transactions with her and would not think of working with anyone else. The most recent sale and purchase also involved her husband, Ron, working with her. What a dynamic duo they are - you simply know that you are getting the best effort and service from this team. I tend to be a bit of a micro-manager, however, when using these folks I stay out of the way and let them do what they are great at. The best part of all is that Janis is really fun to work with. Tim and Jessica Rodgers

Janis Collier is always highly professional, knowledgeable about the Sarasota area real estate market and very hard working. As Realtors, my wife and I recognize the exceptional effort Janis has provided to each of our referrals. On a more personal level, we sincerely appreciate the attention, care and warmth Janis has given to our family members.

Janis is wonderful! She knows the Sarasota market and found a buyer for my home in less than 3 weeks. She was always available to hold my hand, calm me down and answer my questions. Ron was terrific--he had all the answers to my real estate and legal questions and was able to resolve any issues that arose quickly. Together I do not think i could have found a better team. Janis helped me with my first home purchase in Sarasota 20 years ago--she was great then and even better now!

We really love what you showed us an appreciate being taken out of our comfort zone, as you hit the nail on the head!  We understand why you have so many client accolades; we would like you even if you had only 3! Thanks so much!

What an amazing team! Janis is fun, engaging, hugely knowledgeble and dedicated - she even has snacks on hand for hungry teenage boys. Their professionalism and hard work made the buying process so much easier. Ron's experience as a lawyer was paramount - as we live in the UK some of the "legal language' was slightly different. The Collier team work day and night, almost 24/7 (especially with the time difference). Always a positive outlook, great at dealing with problems and simply wonderful every step of the way. We could not have asked for a better experience and would have absolutely no hesitation in recommending them.

Hi Janis and Ron-So many things to say thank you for!  You made selling our townhouse so stress free....I did not look forward to the process but you both are true professionals!  I know my brother will enjoy working with you, too.Thanks again for selling our property in record time and  for your warm friendship and smile! 

During our recent home purchase, my husband and I had the good fortune of being guided through the process by your agent, Janis Collier. She is a delightful blend of efficiency and warmth!

Mrs Janis Collier was extremely helpful in helping me find a new home. She went above and beyond in her helpfulness, including finding details of an appropriate fridge to order and putting me in contact with purveyors of a screen for the lanai and shutter services. She has a kind and friendly disposition, in addition to being very energetic as a realtor. She can be recommended unreservedly. Her husband Ron, who is an attorney, was also most helpful in his expertise. I will go to Janis should I need Realtor services in the future.