Why Work With Us?
Here's what our satisfied customers are saying about us:
JoDene made our purchase a wonderful experience. She cleared her schedule to show us around properties for the week we were in town, she showed us condos we were interested in as well as throwing in a few wonderful options. She provided us with all of the information we needed to make a decision, and then gave us the the valuable private time we needed to mull over our choices. She was able to secure us second showings in record time (even when a showing asked for 24 hours advance notice, which we didn't have). We made our choice and she walked us through the offer and negotiations (she is a great negotiator to have on your side!). We were able to secure the property at an amazing value - and she did so many things to be our boots on the ground through the closing while we went back to our state. I am so glad we had a local in our corner to make this purchase - and we are so glad to have found our home in LBK!
CJ and Chris
17 January 2026, 18:26 PM
JoDene was absolutely wonderful to work with! Her communication was clear, timely, and reassuring throughout the entire process. Even during stressful events that were out of our control, she maintained a calm, positive, and professional demeanor. Her upbeat attitude and dedication truly made a difference. Highly recommend!
Mandy Cassiano
01 October 2025, 17:19 PM
I am writing today in praise of the services of realtor JoDene Moneuse who recently sold my home on Longboat Key. From our first meeting I was aware that I was working with a knowledgeable and caring professional that I could trust to represent me and my home. We listed my cottage at 7119 Longboat Dr E, on February 14 and by April 3 we had not only one, but a second back up sales contract. This success was due to JoDene’s suggestions at each decision point and ultimately the need to lower the price to better respond to both potential buyers feedback concerns and the reality of the current market prices. This was not an easy sell as the home sustained extensive hurricane damage and would need a visionary buyer to be successful. JoDene understood this and ultimately found the perfect match. On a personal note, I believe she should also be commended on her compassionate support as she listened to my concerns, responded quickly to text queries and kept me updated each time she had a potential buyer. Ultimately we negotiated the contract while I was on board an Amtrak Autotrain traveling from VA to FL - a communications miracle that occurred somewhere in GA as the train moved south. It is quite a story. In summary, I chose Michael Saunders due to your reputation-and JoDene specifically at a friend’s suggestion. She is an outstanding company representative and I am very pleased with her- and your - services.
Gail C.
31 July 2025, 18:28 PM
JoDene is an exceptional realtor: professional, knowledgeable, and truly dedicated. She guided us through the sale of our Longboat Key home during a challenging post-hurricane market with grace and confidence. Her deep roots in the area - having grown up on Anna Maria Island and living on Longboat Key for decades - gives her a unique insight into the local real estate market. Her knowledge goes far beyond statistics; she truly understands the heartbeat of the community. Her creative approach made all the difference. She treats every listing with care, no matter the price, and always made us feel like a top priority. One of the most honest and caring professionals we’ve ever worked with. Highly recommend!
Mara Kelsch & Eric Bell
18 July 2025, 13:43 PM
JoDene Moneuse is one of the most gifted real estate agents we have encountered through our many years of experience. She tempered her keen and significant knowledge of the market with an intuitive feel for our needs and our requests. She was a problem-solver at every turn. But, most of all, she was the consummate professional, so sweet and always patient and persistent. Her partner Deborah Schlener was a cheerful, hard-working, addition to the team, always willing to do what she could to help drive the process. The sale of our home was a pleasant experience and (mostly!) stress-free. We absolutely recommend the Saunders team without any reservation.
Patti B.
11 March 2025, 18:37 PM
I want to express my pleasure and gratitude in working with JoDene Moneuse on the sale of my property. JoDene was recommended to me by a friend who had recently worked with her and bragged about how absolutely wonderful she was in selling her property. As I desired a quick sale, I wanted to make sure I chose a realtor who was professional, understood the market and would advise me on any changes I needed to make to ensure a quick sale at a good price. I chose JoDene after interviewing two other agents and selected her based on her quick assessment (with no holds barred) on what improvements I needed to make to get the best price. One realtor didn't think any improvements were necessary while another suggested more costly improvements. JoDene was right in the middle, but her confidence and immediate feedback on how to effectively market the property sold me on her. I was not disappointed. After following her recommendationsto the letter (down to the color of shower curtain) I was rewarded with 4 offers in the first week! She carefully walked me though the pros and cons of each offer before I chose a buyer. Although the financing fell through on that offer, she was able to go back to those who were previously interested and quickly came back with another great offer. At this point she had earned my complete trust so I felt confident as she steered me through the negotiations to get the exact price I wanted. JoDene (I call her Superstar (2)) understands the market and knows how to sell real estate! On top of that, she's a kind person. I look forward to working with her again in the future.
A.D. Jones
26 August 2024, 18:33 PM
My wife and I recently listed our Longboat Key home for sale with your agent, JoDene Moneuse, and could not be more pleased with her efforts, her creativity, her attention to detail, her sense of humor, her organization, her patience and her professionalism. She also drives the coolest car on Longboat Key. JoDene made the process painless and her continuing communication left us with no room for surprises. To anyone interested in working with one of the best Realtors in the area, JoDene would be my first choice.
Kimberly and Michael
21 June 2024, 10:05 AM
You're one in a million, JoDene. Thank you for your attention to detail, sensitivity, real estate expertise, and above and beyond "can do" spirit. But most of all your friendship.
Ruth
11 May 2022, 18:15 PM
JoDene is so awesome there aren’t enough superlatives to describe her! She has been my neighbor and friend for 28 years and I always knew once I was ready to sell she would get it done! She is full of energy, positivity, and kindness in everything she does. She got my house sold within not even one hour of listing with a rental agreement for me that enabled my move to a new condo to be stress-free! And she found my next place! I am 110% pleased with JoDene as my realtor and she’s a true pleasure to work with!
Margie Meltzer
26 January 2022, 14:45 PM
JoDene has been my neighbor for over 26 years; always friendly, helpful, and caring. When it recently became time for me to sell my house, she got the job done in literally minutes with a contract sensitive to my needs and wants! I can’t say enough about this energetic, lovely woman who I am happy to say is my real estate agent and friend!
Margery Meltzer
24 November 2021, 19:56 PM
