Tina Von Kessel worked with us this past winter/spring in our search for a seasonal property on the west coast of Florida.  She made sure she understood our parameters and shared properties that fit our criteria. Tina is a great communicator both in person, in her emails, and on the phone.  She was on top of every aspect of our search and got us in to see several properties in a timely manner when we were in the area.  She is patient and made herself readily available when we needed information. She worked seamlessly with your Englewood/Boca Grande offices to get us into Hacienda Del Mar and to eventually buy a unit there.  Plus, she helped us through the closing process, making it an uncomplicated event! We researched real estate agencies in the Venice/ Sarasota areas, choosing your firm based on your track record.  We are fortunate to have found Tina Von Kessel and Michael Saunders & Company.

There are far too many accolades we wish to include, in reviewing the way in which Kristina (Tina) von Kessel dealt with the sale of our home. From our first contact to the very last, there has been nothing but a level of professionalism that far surpassed any other experience we have had, in the sale of seven homes over the years.Ours was a very challenging sale, due to the fact that we were out of the country and had been so for an extended period.  Additionally, we had not planned on selling our home in 2021.  Thus, we left not only a home to be sold, but also all the furniture and furnishings to be dealt with.  This was a daunting idea for us, but not for Tina. Tina priced our home well, focussing on positive features which set it apart from other similar homes. As our home had been empty for many months due to the pandemic, Tina ensured it was sold in the best possible condition, looking after maintenance issues that arose.  This was impressive and will have us turning to Tina for future purchases. Tina was compassionate, caring, kind, thoughtful and efficient, all the while being proficient and professional.  It is with absolute pleasure that we give Tina the highest rating possible, as she deserves this recognition and more.

We had the pleasure of working with Kristina Von Kessel on several transactions, she continues to go above and beyond with her help, advice and professional expertise. It is always a pleasure to work with Kristina because she makes the whole process stress-free. 

Tina really turned out to be quite the Real Estate professional. She provided us with multiple listings that met our requirements and in addition, she also supplied multiple comps so we could evaluate what to offer.  We ended up buying in Country Club East.  The inspection and the closing process were professionally handled and Ellie and I were both extremely satisfied with the entire process. Tina's expertise really came into play on how she handled the seller's agent with getting all the issues resolved in a timely manner. “ resistance was overcome by persistent” The bottom line is Ellie and I were extremely happy with both Michael Saunders & Company and Kristina Von Kessel.Thanks,  Ed Bobilin 

Thank you for asking how we were treated by your agent Kristina Von Kessel.  On a rating of 1 to 10, Kristina is a 20.  It was upsetting for Barrie and me as we were leaving many dear friends behind.  Kristina was most kind and thoughtful throughout the entire process.  We were most fortunate for her to look after us. Best Regards, Barrie & Anne Taylor

We were privileged to work with Tina to buy our home recently.  She is an exceptional real estate agent who went over and above anything, we could have imagined.  My husband and I were only able to spend a few precious hours to purchase a home in an area we had never been to.  Tina helped us through the process with patience and knowledge.  She reached out in the community so we could find a home that worked for us.  I feel an abundance of sincere gratitude, appreciation, and admiration for  Tina’s hard work.  The countless hours on the phone as well as the many emails back and forth.  We would never have closed on our new home without her honesty, kindness, diligence, and concern for our safety.Thank you for reaching out to me.PeaceBeth Sperber  

Thanks for your letter regarding the sale of my property in the Pierre Condominium.I would like to mention that I purchased that unit over 15 years ago, with Brigitte Von Kessel as my real estate agent.  We have remained good friends all of these years. She and her daughter Tina teamed up for the purchase of my new unit at the Sanasara this past March and then completed the sale of the Pierre unit.Both Brigitte and Tina are knowledgeable, professional, and very competent.  Both go above and beyond and made sure both transactions were smooth and problem-free.  They represent your company and their clients extremely well. Lou Rehak

Tina is one of the most professional and knowledgeable agents with whom we have ever worked. She presented us with many potential properties, all within the parameters we had given to her. Her follow-up was extraordinary and she made it easy for us to see all the properties on a timely basis which was important since our primary residence is in Chicago. She is punctual and very efficient and was very helpful in getting us through the closing process. I would highly recommend her and Michael Saunders & Company as a first-class real estate company. 

I wish to pass along my sincere appreciation for the effort and wonderful work that Tina Von Kessel undertook on the sale of our Landings home. Tina was fully transparent throughout the process and kept us very well informed each step of the way. Tina delivered the best price and even more valuable to us was that she handled all aspects of the sale and personally managed the pre-sale repairs to the property. This was most critical as we reside in Toronto and were unable to look after the many jobs the house desperately needed prior to the sale, we cannot praise Tina enough. As this was the second transaction that we entrusted Michael Saunders & Company with – along with the initial purchase – we can honestly say that if ever again we are in the market for a home in Sarasota, we will call on Michael Saunders & Company.

The service we received was nothing short of exceptional. We had the good fortune to have been recommended Kristina Von Kessel, what a stroke of luck. Tina has been professional, kind, caring and gone the extra mile before, during and after the completion of the sale, and continues to offer help and guidance where are when required. We cannot recommend Tina enough and would use her services again unquestionably.