

Karie Backman
REALTOR® | CLHMS | Broker Associate
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Buyer of 12310 Oak Hill Way, Parrish
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.
Buyer of 4629 Willow Bend Avenue, Manatee County
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
Seller of 13815 Shellmore Avenue, Palmetto
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!!


Heidi Gibson
Principal | Licensed Real Estate Agent
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Seller of 5213 Senza Trail, Palmetto
Heidi had a strong understanding of the housing market. She was professional and optimistic about selling our house. She went above and beyond helping us since we lived out of town. I knew when I reached out to Heidi that she would respond to me in a timely manner and answer my questions/concerns. A pleasure to work with to sell our house.
Seller of 6810 9th Avenue West, Bradenton
Heidi’s market knowledge is excellent! She provided us with solid information of the current condo market in the Bradenton area and steered us in the right direction regarding listing price. She was very present to answer questions that arose and always kept us up to date re showings, feedback etc. As an out of state seller, we were most fortunate to have Heidi as our agent. Her work is impeccable! Always present—always reliable and wonderful to work with. We would highly recommend her to others any time.
Buyer of 12508 Wharf Trail, Palmetto
Heidi Gibson has helped us to sell and buy three homes in the Florida area the last several years. She works hard to make sure you get the best price for either selling your home or buying a new one. She keeps you informed and updated on what's happening during the process, which we all know can be overwhelming and stressful. She's kind, honest and trustworthy, so you never have to worry about your biggest investment. We highly recommend Heidi for your next purchase or the sale of your home. Thank you Heidi!


Holly Pascarella, PA
Licensed Real Estate Agent
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Seller of 5018 Surfside Circle, Bradenton
Holly possesses the necessary expertise to sell your home. She is well-versed in the market and can provide comparable properties to establish an accurate selling price. Holly and her daughter, Ashley, then meticulously stage your home to highlight its key features. Your home’s online presence is crucial for its sale, and Holly’s advertising skills are evident in her listing. She provides professional, high-quality photographs, a comprehensive description of the home’s features, and, of course, the appropriate listing price. Once you have an interested buyer, Holly’s exceptional negotiation skills ensure a successful transaction. Holly fulfilled her promises during our initial meeting, and I highly recommend her services to anyone selling a house. You will not be disappointed.
Buyer of 7312 Pine Valley Street, Bradenton
We had an excellent experience working with Holly and Ashley throughout our home purchase. Their communication was outstanding—they kept us informed every step of the way, coordinated seamlessly with the sellers, lender, title company, and HOA, and were always quick to get answers whenever questions came up. They were prompt, responsive, and proactive, making what could have been a stressful process feel smooth and manageable. We especially appreciated Holly taking the time to preserve and pass along the home's original builder documents and other valuable records that will be incredibly helpful down the road. Thank you both for your professionalism, dedication, and exceptional service!
Seller of 7312 Pine Valley Street, Bradenton
More than anything, Holly's problem solving skills and positive attitude made the whole process of selling our house so much less stressful than it could have been. She is professional and helpful. We highly recommend her.


Julie Franklin
REALTOR® | Real Estate Agent
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Seller of 11807 Rive Isle Run, Parrish
Julie was on top of the whole selling process - from communication to marketing to contracting to closing. She nailed the entire process. I can't imagine using anyone other than Julie for buying or selling a home. Thank you so much Julie!!
Seller of 8103 13th Avenue Northwest, Bradenton
We had no idea the night we met Julie and her husband that we met the best in Manatee County. She made us feel very comfortable from start to finish. She help us with comparables and asking price witch we where clueless of. We know better but she made us feel like we were her only client. Communication with Julie was amazing! Any call or text was immediately answered. She gave us contacts of sub contractors for inspection concerns who showed up promptly and did great work. She’s the open house queen also. We’ve never met a realtor who sacrifices her weekend’s like she does to help sell houses. If anyone ever asks us for a realtor recommendation the Franklin Team will be the first words out. Thanks again Julie!! You helped make our dreams come true!
Seller of 15792 Sacile Lane, Bradenton
Julie’s knowledge of the market and professionalism is above the bar! Always quick to respond back to text, calls or emails! She handled the sale of my home as if it were her own. She made the experience enjoyably, I can’t say enough positive comments. If you choose Julie to handle the sale of your home, you will not be disappointed!