Katie was such a wonderful resource through the selling process. She provided so much guidance on how to prepare the property for selling and was able to take care of tasks that I didn’t have a vendor for. She was very on top of the status of the market and helping to better gauge how the house should be priced as there market shifted. On top of all of that she was incredibly supportive. I would definitely recommend her if you’re selling a property and I’m sure she’d be equally helpful in finding a property.

After interviewing several realtors to list our home prior to meeting and interviewing with Karie, we felt very confident that she would be the one for us! Her vast knowledge of the real estate market, her professionalism, and her amazing personality assured us that we made the right decision! From start to finish, Karie was there to answer all our questions and be present at our home for showings with buyer's agents in order to give them all the best possible experience and answer any questions they may have had while viewing our home. We've bought and sold homes numerous times in the past and never before have we seen a realtor so dedicated and hands-on! We will highly recommend Karie to anyone we know seeking to buy or sell their home!

Choosing Karie as my realtor was the right choice at the right time. Selling a home from another state and a different time zone is no easy task, but Karie made the remote process seamless. It is easy to see why she is a top realtor in Sarasota. While she brings numerous strengths to the table, three in particular stood out. First, her deep knowledge of the Sarasota market, real estate processes, and local professional network is superior. Second, her vibrant, positive energy and creative marketing strategies hit the mark perfectly. Finally, her responsiveness was incredible – she was always quick to reply to my many calls, texts, and emails. Karie gave me complete peace of mind from start to finish, and I am incredibly grateful for her expertise.

Karie was highly professional and had an excellent knowledge of the skills needed in the real estate market. Communication between my wife and I and the buyers agent were impeccable. She was always on top of the actions needed to make sure the sale was done in a timely manner and all actions were completed as required to eventually get to closing.

We came into town for the inspection of the condo and in discussing items we wanted to improve, Karie had a painter in the unit within an hour! Her friendliness, professionalism, advice, and ability to get things done left us knowing that we had a top tier ally on our side. 100% recommend Karie, if you want the best, Call her now!

Karie is definitely on top of the list for agents in Sarasota.

Karie was a delight to help us navigate the purchase of our home. She is extremely knowledgeable about the area and sub sections. Karie will advocate on your behalf with agents and contractors alike. She is extremely flexible and worked so well on our behalf to accommodate a challenging schedule as we were out of town clients with various needs. She worked tirelessly to accommodate our whole families requests and questions. It was truly a labor of love on Karie’s part. We have worked with a few agents throughout our lifetime and Karie was hands down the best agent we have ever used. I have already recommended her to another family. You would have an easy, professional transaction with Karie as your realtor. She is an outstanding person!

Karie was very knowledgeable and extremely helpful in guiding me thru the home buying process. She was always available to answer my questions and address my concerns. She was very attentive and I truly appreciated her expertise.

Kari was great very confident and considerate

From the very beginning, I felt genuinely supported thanks to her exceptional communication style and thoughtful approach. She was incredibly responsive, taking the time to ask detailed questions about what I wanted and, more importantly, truly listening. She didn’t just hear my preferences; she understood them. She then crafted a well‑organized agenda and even provided helpful sheets so I could track what I liked and disliked about each home, making the entire process feel intentional and stress‑free. Her professionalism showed in every interaction. She was flexible with her schedule, consistently prepared, and always one step ahead. Her deep market knowledge was invaluable—she knew the Sarasota area inside and out and guided me toward neighborhoods and homes that aligned perfectly with our conversations. It was clear she wasn’t just trying to help me buy a house; she was committed to helping me find the right home. What truly set her apart was how much she cared. Even after the purchase, she checked in to ease the stress of relocating from Illinois to Florida. That level of dedication is rare, and it made all the difference. Her hard work, expertise, and genuine investment in her clients shine through in everything she does. I would highly recommend her to anyone in the Sarasota area—she goes above and beyond in every sense

Kari was a dream to work with. Very good clear communication. She went above and beyond helping me with getting things straightened out for my somewhat complicated closing. She was always very professional but also down to earth and easy to talk to. I would highly highly recommend Karie!!

Our agent, Karie Backman, was instantly responsive from the first day we signed our agreement. Karie did everything possible to get our home sold. From a very gregarious social media marketing plan to open houses. We were always busy with showings and it was just a matter of time before our house sold. Karie brought us past the finish line in first place Thank you for thinking of us first Karie. There was always open communication and questions answered in a timely manner. Karie helped us make decisions with professional insight, advice and acumen.