About Tennie

COMMITMENT TO CUSTOMERS   Member of Coldwell Banker International Sterling Society Seleced as FIVE STAR Real Estate Agent: Best in Client Satisfaction for 2009, 2010, 2013, 2014, & 2015 My goal is to establish a relationship with each customer built on trust , confidence, and integrity. My primary responsibility to YOU, my customer, is to LISTEN to your needs and work with you so that together we can make your dream become a reality. I always go the extra mile in providing personalized service to make sure the transaction progresses as smoothly as possible from the beginning through the closing. I communicate with you every step of the way so you are fully informed and understand the steps involved in the purchase or sale of your property. A SATISFIED CUSTOMER IS MY ULTIMATE GOAL. DESIGNATIONS & CERTIFICATIONS Graduate Real Estate Institute -- GRI Short Sale & Foreclosure Certified Relocation Certified Certified New Home Specialist -- CNHS Residential Construction Certified -- RCC Integrity Selling Specialist -- ISS PROFESSIONAL BACKGROUND I obtained my real estate license in 2001.  I continue to take courses through the Sarasota Board of Realtors to increase my knowledge to better serve my customers. I also hold a Masters Degree in business and education from the University of Oklahoma. Prior to moving to Florida in 1999, I was a business instructor at Mesa State College in Grand Junction, Colorado. SERVICE AREAS AND SPECIALTIES My service areas include Sarasota and the surrounding areas, Siesta Key, Venice, Lakewood Ranch, Bradenton, Ellenton, and Parrish. I enjoyed working on Longboat Key for approximately one year, becoming quite familiar with Longboat Key and Anna Maria Island. New construction, resales, and investment properties are principal areas of focus in both Saraspta and Manatee Counties. CUSTOMER SATISFACTION Expressions of appreciation from a few of my satisfied customers: ". . . you really put your heart and soul into our home buying experience. Your true sincerity and honesty have shown through right from the beginning." ". . . extremely helpful, knowledgeable, and a delight to work with." "Your kindness is much appreciated." "Thank you for all your help in selling our house. It was a pleasure working with you." ". . . thanks again for your hard work in selling our house . . . " ". . . thank you for all of your hard work and efforts during the house hunting process. You showed great dedication & love for your job, as well as your clients. . . . I truly appreciate all of your energy and patience these past few months."