Stuart Lawrence Top Realtor Team in Lakewood Ranch at Michael Saunders & Company 2 years running. Stuart a resident of Sarasota since 1991, has over a decade of experience in negotiating and selling properties in both Sarasota and Manatee counties, resulting in his induction as a Million Dollar Guild Elite™ member by the Institute for Luxury Home Marketing for being the "best of the best" among a rarified group of successful luxury agents. Stuart is a natural in real estate and everyone's friend. Warm, kind, funny and understanding of the real estate process, he and partner, Laura, will guide you through each step of buying or selling your home, seamlessly. Originally from and educated in Southampton, England, Stuart majored in Economics. He has been visiting and living on Florida's Gulf Coast for over 40 years. Having seen the development of our region from its infancy, he is passionate about helping others make the move here to Florida and find their dream home on this slice of paradise. Stuart's career spans for more than four decades and has provided him with a wealth of knowledge and experience working in the sports and fashion industry. He travelled throughout Europe negotiating substantial sales contracts for many well-known worldwide global brands, Puma, Umbro, Burberry, Converse, Russell Athletic, BMW, and Coca Cola to name a few. Stuart also more recently worked in the golf industry with Ryder Cup golfer, Ian Poulter on his clothing line, IJP Design, when Ian reached No. 5 in the world golf rankings. Stuart's strength is instantly tuning in to his customer's wants and needs by listening. He has an exceptional knowledge of the local market in Lakewood Ranch, combined with an ability to communicate, offer great advice, then negotiate and optimize the best deal for his customers and work in concert to deliver an exceptional real estate experience whether you're buying or selling a home with him. Stuart and real estate business partner, Laura, are passionate about giving back to the LWR community through his love of sport, notably soccer, golf and tennis. Laura was Director of Marketing at IMG Sports Academy for 17 years, working with tennis stars, Maria Sharapova, Williams sisters, & Andy Murray. Stuart a former football (soccer) player with Southampton FC schoolboys & keen golfer, is more than happy to invite you golfing, inform you on our amazing 30 miles of beautiful world renowned beaches in Sarasota, Long Boat Key, Siesta Key & Anna Maria.