James was AWESOME for our Real Estate transaction. From start to finish James was an absolute and consummate professional. From showing us around, pointing out potential issues, putting in a reasonable offer, negotiating on our behalf, keeping us on track with deadlines and getting us to close. James was very helpful with his wealth of knowledge and if he didn't know the answer he found out for us; he never left us hanging throughout the whole process. I cannot say enough good things about James and would highly recommend him for your real estate transaction. I would give him a 9.9 out of 10. Great experience with James and will keep in touch with him for future needs. Thanks, Frank & Sharon Giarratano

This was our second transaction with James, this time with him as our seller’s agent—and once again, he exceeded our expectations. James is truly the ideal real estate professional: meticulous, prompt, and exceptionally organized. From the outset, his pre-listing guidance was measured and strategic. He advised us on key improvements to make—such as power washing, minor repairs, and touch-ups—while, just as importantly, steering us away from unnecessary expenditures. He recommended a well-reasoned listing price that was actually higher than we anticipated, and backed it up with a comprehensive and thoughtful marketing plan. Once the property was listed, James kept us informed with consistent updates and buyer feedback. We received an exceptional offer that included favorable terms like an early closing and post-possession occupancy, which significantly eased our long-distance move. Even when an unexpected water pipe leak occurred just days before closing, James remained calm, level-headed, and solution-focused. His steady presence helped keep the transaction on track, and everything proceeded smoothly. If we could give him six stars, we would—he’s truly earned it. In fact, several of our neighbors have asked for his contact information after hearing about our experience. Having been through six or seven real estate transactions, we can confidently say that James is the best agent we’ve ever worked with. Hire him—you won’t regret it.

James was recommended to us when we decided to purchase a home in Florida, and he did an outstanding job at finding the perfect spot for us. He helped us navigate through a competitive bidding process, and in the end, we were successful in getting the home. We are grateful to James for his drive, knowledge of the area, attention to detail and communication throughout the process!

James did an outstanding job helping us sell my mother’s home in Bradenton. The house was already empty and my brother and I are based out of state. He went above and beyond to support us with quickly conducting repairs and getting necessary documents from the HoA Board to ensure we had everything we needed for a smooth selling process. He was responsive each step of the way. He also did a fantastic job communicating with the buyer who no doubt completed the purchase in large part due to James’ efforts. Ultimately we were able to get the price we wanted in a very short time despite a difficult market. We are so grateful to have had James as our realtor. We’d recommend him to anyone looking to buy or sell a home in Florida!

James was great to work with from start to finish. On our initial phone call he provided a lot of insight for the path forward. He was flexible with days/times to see property and was key to getting our chosen property under contract. Once under contract he was there for us every step of the way. James lives up to his tagline professional, responsive, and knowledgeable.

James was instrumental in assisting me in a timely manner with my property search, viewings, and getting a condo under contract at the right price. He is extremely detailed orientated and made me aware of things I didn’t think to consider. He was always just a call or text away when I had questions or needed assistance, which was invaluable. All round very professional and good guy. Will certainly refer friends and family to him.

James has been an absolute blessing to my family, helping my parents and aunt all find their perfect homes. When it came time for me to find mine, he was incredibly patient, guiding me through every step as a first-time homebuyer. The process took some time, but he never rushed me and made sure I felt confident in my decision. If you’re in the Sarasota area and looking for a knowledgeable, dedicated, and supportive realtor, James is the one to call! I’ll be recommending him to all my friends and family in the future. Forever grateful for all his help!

James did an outstanding job! He walked me through every step, has kept me informed of any savings I could make, followed up with me on time sensitive items to make sure I received them and has continued to send me updates on items to make sure I don’t miss out on any benefits. He is a pleasure to work with. His expertise and knowledge is priceless.

James has been a great closure to work with. He is very patient and informative. He goes over and beyond to help in any way that he can. He is very responsive and always available for any questions or concerns. I would recommend him 1000 times over

James was very professional. He knows the area really well he has a great accent. Always on time. He always has a smile on his face. I love how he was on top of things that I didn't even think about. James was great to work with from start to finish. Highly recommend

Amazing Realtor - Perfect for First-Time Homebuyers and Veterans! I had the absolute pleasure of working with James during my home buying process, and I can’t recommend him enough! As a first-time homebuyer who was overseas on deployment, I was nervous about how things would go, but James made the entire experience smooth and stress-free. He walked me through every step of the process, ensuring I was informed and comfortable with all the decisions, despite the distance and time zone differences. James was always available to answer my questions and provided clear guidance, making it feel like I was right there with him. His deep understanding of the market and incredible attention to detail gave me the confidence I needed to make such a big decision. What truly stood out was James’ passion for working with veterans. He went above and beyond to make sure I felt supported, and I could tell he genuinely cares about helping those who have served. His negotiation skills and honest advice helped me secure a great deal on my home, and I couldn’t be more grateful. If you’re a first-time buyer, a veteran, or someone looking for a realtor who is hardworking, patient, and dedicated, I highly recommend James. He exceeded my expectations and made my home buying experience an incredibly positive one, even while I was overseas. Five stars all the way!

James Tassel was very helpful ,and informative through the the whole transaction. I work alot of of hour and never knew how much needed to be done . He was very knowledgeable helpful and patient. Couldn't ask for a better experience.