"Steve and Katrina truly understand the meaning of the concept of "exceptional customer service!""

  -Cindi Rogers, Colleague

"En vacances en Floride, nous avons rencontrés Katrina et Steve pour notre projet immobilier. Malgré la barrière de la langue, ils ont pris le temps de nous comprendre et après quelques visites bien ciblées, nous avons acheté une maison de village. Avec une totale confiance, nous avons laissé Katrina s'occuper des travaux et de l ameublement qui fut une réussite et une grande joie à notre retour en Floride. Ils travaillent en famille et sont géniaux. Très professionnels et humains, si vous avez des projets, maisons ou appartements avec ou sans travaux, je vous les recommande vivement. Une Belle Rencontre. Françoise et Pascal"

  -Françoise, Client

"How did I get a $245,000 cash offer in 8 days on a house that was maybe worth $200,000 two months earlier? As a retired Real Estate Agent, never have I seen this level of dedication to helping a customer prepare their home to put the most amount of profit in the seller’s pocket. Not only did they give me excellent advice on the improvements needed prior to listing, they invested over $5,000 of their own money to make my property shine. This was my first experience with a real estate team that has a home stylist concierge service. It was incredible! Katrina was the project manager for my tired home’s month-long make-over. She knew who to call for everything, inside and out. After all the improvements were completed and the property was cleaned spotless, Katrina staged it to perfection. SMHG put $20,000 in my pocket that I likely would have never seen without their personal investment in my dated home. Now I understand what other reviews mean that say “they go above and beyond”. "

  -Clark, Client

"Nous remercions vivement Steve et Katrina pour leur travail. Nous venons de signer notre deuxième maison avec joie après avoir vendu notre condo en un temps record. Ils nous ont accompagnés tout au long de cette vente et même après. Nous pouvons compter sur leur présence et toujours avec efficacité, surtout avec gentillesse. A big thank-you Françoise"

  -Francoise D, Client

"We used Katrina and her company to stage our home when we were selling. Katrina is very professional and she has an exquisite eye for design. Her attention to detail is remarkable and she makes your home look amazing. We had no idea that staging a home would have made such a difference. We had several offers and had a contract within 10 days of being on the market. We couldn't have been happier. Working with Katrina was easy and she did a phenomenal job! We would use Little Black Dress Home Staging again and recommend them to everyone."

  -Beth S, Client

"This team treated my family like we were their family and not just another costumer. They clearly had our best interest at heart and earned our trust from the start. We had a rocky mortgage process and they gave us nothing but patience and understanding always providing any assistance possible to make the process flow. Their communication throughout the entire process was great and they were always available to answer any questions in more than a timely matter. I felt very confident in their knowledge and honesty. They made purchasing a home a truly enjoyable experience. "

  -Jenn , Client

"My wife and I live in Michigan and were looking to purchase a second home in Florida. I found Steve, Katrina, & Nicole by researching to find top realtors in South Florida. I didn’t know I would be finding lifelong friends, as well. Everything we wanted and needed, they provided. We found our dream house in Grand Palm based on Steve’s recommendation and everyone we have shown, believes we made the right choice. You will not be disappointed with this team on your side. Best of luck finding your piece of paradise!"

  -John & Cari (Michigan), Client

"Wonderful dealing with Steve & Katrina. Katrina did a great job staging our home to sell. They made our move easy and sold it at a great price in a timely manner. They made great suggestions for movers, title companies, etc. etc. Thanks again, Steve and Katrina. Well done."

  -Linda Privetera, Client

" We have had the best experience with Steve, Katrina and Nicole! They accommodated every request we had. Living out of state, we purchased our home sight unseen based on our relationship that was formed and Katrina's recommendation. We highly recommend this family team that can be trusted and depended on. We will partner with them in any future real-estate ventures! Mike and Cynthia Shick"

  -Mike Shick, Client

"They are very thorough, knowledgeable, helpful, honest, and extra patient. They really care about your need and will find the best for you. They will go literally over the moon just to be sure you are happy. Cause your happiness is their number one goal. Even after closing no matter what you need they are gonna be there for you. Forever. We appreciate Y'all Smith Family and huge thank you for helping us finding the perfect home. "

  -Vanessa Botos , Client

"I can not even begin to describe the incredible service that Nicole provided to my husband and I. Living out of state, having a Realtor we could truly trust was a top priority. Nicole and Steve Martin Homes Group did not disappoint! Upon deciding on our new construction home in Sarasota, Nicole immediately went to work negotiating us the most incredible deal on our dream home. The service did not stop there. Nicole and her design team helped us design every detail, down to a literal kitchen sink. All of these services were provided to us while we were at our home in Texas. We were absolutely thrilled with the entire process. If you are looking for a full-service Real Estate team that treats their customers like family, look no further than Steve Martin Homes Group."

  -David Noble, Client

"When we decided to sell our home we were given the option of home staging. We decided to go for it. Katrina did an amazing job. She made our home so beautiful and appealing. She went above and beyond to make everything perfect and do things on our check list to make selling our home easier for us. I would highly recommend Katrina and will most definitely use her services in the future if given the opportunity."

  -Kelli Jo Swain, Client

"Steve & Katrina were wonderful to work with in selling our home. They understood the local market and were attentive to listening to our questions and ideas. Any time that we contacted them, they responded quickly, and even moved our car to our new property while we were out of town. During the process, Katrina staged the property perfectly. We always felt that they had our best interest at heart. They proactively notified us when it was apparent that a price adjustment was required to market the property. Shortly thereafter, the property sold. We would highly recommend their services when it is time to sell your property."

  -Dan B, Client

"Steve, Katrina, and team are best in class! The FL real estate market is very dynamic and Steve helped us navigate the process from start to finish. Not only that, but we’re over 1,000 miles away, and Steve was quick to offer virtual showings until we found the right house! If we buy again in FL or sell, you better believe we will be utilizing Steve his team! 100% recommend Steve to any person pursuing real estate in FL!!!!"

  -Sean Forney, Client

"We met Steve Martin Homes through a recommendation. Katrina answered the phone as if she knew us for ages. They sincerely treated us like family. We felt so comfortable with their knowledge of the area, the market, the HOAs, community, extended community, and value, that we bought our condo "site un-seen." They helped us with setting up the inspection; went to the site to see it through; phoned us when it was done and set up any repairs that were needed. They prepared us with contacts for local TV, electric, internet, water, etc. Certainly above and beyond what I expected from a real estate agency. Especially being out of state, it was a comfort knowing we had someone reliable to call - even now, I know they would answer if we had a question."

  -Dr. Gina Spindler, Client

"Nicole helped my husband and I find our dream home a few months ago. She is very knowledgeable in all aspects of real estate and worked tirelessly finding and getting us our home for a great price. YOU want HER on your side during negotiations, she was a true advocate for us!"

  -Catherine Elfers, Client

"Nicole Smith and her team are the extreme in service and knowledge of the listing and buying process. I am forever grateful with the service they provided to me as a homeowner.They spent a year educating me on my downsizing options, and helped me through the entire process of having my new home built. The VIP full-service home preparation I received to get my 30 yr old home ready to market was superb; from detailing, styling, curb appeal and the secret to making an old tile floor look amazing. This team knows how to attract buyers. When it sold, I was ready to move into my new home with ease. They do more than just hang a sign and host open houses. They care about their customers. They are easy to work with, accommodating and fun. That is why they will always be my real estate team!"

  -Carmen, Client

"Nicole sold my condo for the highest price the complex has seen in 10 years, in only 8 days! She guided us on small changes we could make to the home, and staged it so beautifully. She really knows what buyers are looking for."

  -Oksana Shur, Client

"Steve and Katrina are a wonderful team. They are professional and hard working. The process for the sale of our house was painless and very easy. They cleaned and staged our house and made it look so refreshed and new. Katrina has an amazing eye for detail and each room looked wonderful and welcoming. I really didn't think that staging would make a difference in the sale of our home, but I was wrong. I am convinced that the only reason we received an offer after only 1 week on the market was due to the staging. We are grateful to Steve and Katrina for all they did to sell our home."

  -Elizabeth A Rodela Smith , Client

"Nicole helped me purchase my Siesta Key beach condo sight unseen! Between the struggles of traveling during a pandemic and my busy work schedule, I decided to put my trust in Nicole to help me accomplish my goal of purchasing my first investment property in Sarasota. I was a little nervous at first, but was quickly put at ease with Nicole’s excellent communication and thorough notes on the properties. She toured at least 20 different condos for me, with FaceTime tours of the options that best matched what I was looking for. We found the perfect property within a few weeks of hiring her! Upon arriving in Sarasota and viewing my new condo in person, I was even more thrilled than I expected. She truly understood exactly what I was looking for, and guided me to my best purchase in the area. Her taste and style is impeccable and she truly has a talent for what she does. I trust her implicitly and would buy with her again in a heartbeat. Thank you Nicole and SMHG for the 5 star service!"

  -Kimberly Dinsmore, Client

"They both went over and above to ensure the quick sale of my house. Offer made within 3 days."

  -Tom Kennedy, Client

"Trustworthy, knowledgeable, caring and professional are words that come to mind when I think of Steve Martin Homes Group. They truly have your best interest in mind when helping you find a home/condo. "

  -Bonny, Client

"The Godfather of real estate! Had the greatest pleasure working with Steve and Katrina! Everything went so smooth and seamless! We are a forever client to this duo!"

  -Cynthia Williams, Client

"Over the course of a few months, I visited the area twice and viewed many properties with Steve. Not yet finding “the one” and needing to return to California, we then used FACETIME and the trust we had in our Realtor to purchase our final retirement home. While we were still in California, Steve and Katrina watched over our purchase as if it was their own. Since we arrived in Florida, Katrina has been guiding us in many ways through the home improvement process at no charge. Actually, Steve, Katrina and their extended team have been involved in helping us in a wide variety of ways. They truly are Realtors that have your best interests in mind and continue to be there for you after they get paid."

  -Robin Lane, Client

"I purchased a home to repair and resell and was very confident that I knew what I was doing. I’d also spent a number of years in the Furniture industry and I was very familiar with layout and deign ideas. However, Upon hiring Steve and Katrina to list my property, I discovered Little Black Dress! They made a lot of suggestions for me, both inside and out, to help the house feel more like a home. I had a limited budget and they’re able to do far more than I thought anyone could ever do. They made the house look absolutely beautiful and we had multiple offers our first weekend showing and sold the home for full price. Needless to say, Little Black Dress didn’t cost me money, they made me money!"

  -Kevin L, Client

"Steve Martin Homes Group was great to work with. Relocating from 2,000 miles away isn't easy, but Steve was a great help along the way on our journey to becoming official Floridians!"

  -Beth Warden, Client

"I was hoping to move to Florida from out-of-state, and while I ultimately did not make that move, it was certainly not because Steve and Katrina didn't go above and beyond on my behalf! They were very consistently responsive, attentive, ready, willing and enthusiastically able to explore the various homes in which I became interested via online viewing. My unique wants and needs were respected and their portal for viewing available homes was a huge time-saver. Steve and Katrina treated me like a friend whilst providing excellent professional and courteous services at every step. I would highly recommend them to anyone interested in buying or selling a Sarasota County home."

  -Sharon, Client

"Steve & Katrina did a great job selling our home. It was a pleasant experience and it was priced right to sell within a timely fashion. We were extremely pleased with the ease of working with them. They are great people and were totally honest with us regarding the pricing of our home, Great team!"

  -Vic & Linda, Client

"Steve and Katrina did a terrific job in selling our home in just three weeks in a highly competitive market. Great to work with, highly professional, willing to go the extra steps for you (and having sold 12 homes before this, we know!)."

  -Paul & Cecilia Amatangelo, Client

"We have worked with Steve and Katrina for several years on many mortgage transactions and as a mortgage business owner I would have to say that Steve and Katrina go well above and beyond for all their clients. It is actually a pleasure to work with them on a transaction and we know the Real estate needs are going to be handled if or when issue arises. They are a great team to have on your side if you are looking to purchase or sell."

  -Tony Moore, Colleague

"Being relatively new to the area, and needing to relocate my family unexpectedly, I called the only agent I knew. That was the one who helped me make the original purchase. She honestly seemed less enthusiastic about listing my beautiful pool home on 10 acres in Punta Gorda than I had expected. When I mentioned my situation to my KOI Pond maintenance guru, he turned me onto Steve Martin Smith and his team. One meeting with Steve and we were ready to get started. Even in the midst of 2 hurricanes and a tropical storm, Steve had it under contract in 24 days. There were a variety of hurdles to get past, but Steve stayed on it and got it to closing. Steve’s effective marketing, keen understanding of the Florida contracts and options, and the ability to work through issues as they arise are certainly reasons to give Steve a 5 star review. On top of that, he’s actually a really nice guy."

  -Freddy H., Client

"We used Katrina and her company to stage our home when we were selling. Katrina is very professional and she has an exquisite eye for design. Her attention to detail is remarkable and she makes your home look amazing. We had no idea that staging a home would have made such a difference. We had several offers and had a contract within 10 days of being on the market. We couldn't have been happier. Working with Katrina was easy and she did a phenomenal job! We would use Little Black Dress Home Staging again and recommend them to everyone."

  -Theresa N, Client

"Steve and Katrina are amazing!! From the moment I spoke to Steve till this day they both treat us like family!! A little back round my house hunt was difficult and we did not have a lot of time to leave our rental. Steve emailed and contacted me everyday with new listings, from searching on Sundays with my children to rushing and offering to pick up my kids from school, they did everything to make sure we met my schedule. Once we finally found a house it didn't end our contact. I don't know any other realtor who was waiting at the house on closing day to help clean (and I mean scrub), they even recruited the help of their daughter Nicole - it was huge to me as a working mother of 3. This ended up not being a transactional relationship but a lifelong friendship. Katrina is still available to me for tips on renovations in my house and Steve has popped in my job just to say hi! I cannot express the amount of gratitude I have to them both!"

  -Kim Belmer, Client

"... We were approved for 100% financing. Incredible! Then Katrina jumped in to improve the listing of our mobile home, which we had to sell quickly to make this all work. Even though she was not able to make a dime from it, she spent several days prepping it as if it were an expensive house they were listing. They could have sold their listing to hundreds of potential buyers and probably would not have had to work as hard to do it. I wish I could also write a review for the seller, as they were kind enough to allow us to purchase it without a bidding war. Steve has said that they’ve been blessed with some of the nicest customers in the world. I tend to believe him. I don’t know how many agents can do this, but it is apparent that Steve Martin Homes Group is excellent at caring equally for both the buyer and seller to get everyone to the finish line. This team cares about their customers and they work passionately to help them."

  -Geoff L. ( Part 2 of 2 ), Client

"Our situation started out very complicated but due to Steve and Katrina's honesty and concern for our well being it ended up fantastic. They are the best!"

  -Robert Weston, Client

"I met Steve Martin Smith in April of 2017. Steve was very welcoming and kind to my Mom & I when we flew to florida in search of a home. Steve took us through all the Venice area homes & neighborhoods, he provided us with helpful information regarding the houses we looked at, & was able to provide us with suffiency & integrity. Although my mom & I did not find the home we were looking for, Steve told us we could come back sometime next year to look again; he told us he would be glad to help the second time around. 1 Year later in February of 2018, we flew back to Florida & once again Steve put the time & effort to work with us & guided us in finding our dream home. That same year we met his wife Katrina for the very first time & she was just as astounding as Steve. There was a house on the market right next to theirs which they both showed us they invited us over that house in the evening for a bonfire. It was an amazing night. Steve & Katrina are amazing i’m grateful for them."

  -Angelina Russo, Client

"My wife and I just purchased a new home. The whole experience with Steve and his team was GREAT!! Thank you again Steve"

  -Christine M, Client

"My husband and I had an amazing experience buying our home. Steve and Katrina really paid attention to what we were looking for and found great homes in nice neighborhoods for us. They really took the time with us to make sure we were able to get the home of our dreams. Once we decided on our house they made purchasing our home a breeze. We truly felt like family and had a blast during the process. We highly recommend them for buying or selling a house."

  -Scott & Jackie (New Jersey), Client

"The Steve Martin Smith Team went above and beyond what we are accustomed to with real estate agents. We had begun discussing with them the possibility of listing our home over a year before we actually did. They provided us with valuable information on improving our home for sale. They even helped us with some of the improvements! We would highly recommend them to anyone looking for a real estate team that cares about their clients."

  -David, Client

"This amazing team found the home we’ve been looking to find for years! Their tireless effort and unrelenting persuit to put this deal together made us both believers that Steve and Katrina truly care about their clients. You can tell they have a true passion for Real Estate, but more than this, they have a passion for the people they work with. I have recommended them to friends and family and will continue to do so. "

  -Kevin, Client

"After returning home to Canada, we contacted a few realtors by phone and internet. Steve immediately impressed us with his listening; we felt like he wanted to find us the community and home which would meet our needs. Steve & Katrina took us under their wing. Using their expertise, we were quickly able to get our focus narrowed to a few communities. They kept their eye on the market for us, sending up pictures & videos. Within 6 weeks they were able to identify a good opportunity with NEW HOME CONSTRUCTION. We sealed the deal without even having to make the trip back down. Even more impressive; Katrina’s design expertise enabled us to decide on all our specifications, again without having to make the trip to Florida. We couldn`t be more pleased with the process, our community, our lot and our home. We highly recommend Steve & Katrina, their strengths are: listening, strong knowledge of the Venice area and communities, communication and service ethic. "

  -Jacqueline Reekie, Client

"Finding our Florida home with Steve was such a pleasure. He took time to understand our wants and tailored our house hunting to them. Great experience all around. Our friends came down to visit the area, heard about our experience and contacted Steve and now we have neighbors!"

  -Debra Bither, Client

"Several months ago my wife started to tell me about conversations she was having with Steve Martin Smith that were beginning to give her hope. To me it just didn’t seem possible, considering the craziness of the local real estate market. Then it happened, Steve had a signed listing agreement on a house that he thought we had a shot at. We quickly applied for a mortgage with our bank and were given bad information from the loan officer. Fortunately, Steve saw right through it and suggested a better lending option for us. We were approved for 100% financing. Incredible! They could have sold their listing to hundreds of potential buyers and probably would not have had to work as hard to do it. I wish I could also write a review for the seller, as they were kind enough to allow us to purchase it without a bidding war. Steve has said that they’ve been blessed with some of the nicest customers in the world. I tend to believe him. "

  -Geoff L., Client

"Steve Martin Smith is top notch! Highly motivated, highly professional, outstanding outcomes! Will never work with different real estate agent and look forward to working with them again in the future!"

  -Sean Williams, Client

"Thanks so much to my realtor, Steve Martin Smith and his wife Katrina, for helping me bring Dad’s home back to life. They have made the process as stress free as possible especially with me being in Maryland. If you are looking for a realtor in the Venice, Florida area, call him. He gets the job done."

  -Jeannette (Maryland), Client

"Steve is the real estate agent to contact if your looking to buy a home. He is highly educated in Florida real estate and is a big asset in your search for a new home. I met Steve at a open house. Steve is extremely friendly, courteous, and knowledgeable and tells it how it is. He even has his own podcasts and you tube videos for the buyers to learn valuable information. Check out Steve Martin - Real Estate Agent Man under YouTube you will be glad you did. I highly recommend Steve."

  -Andrew, Client

"I have to confess, I rarely take the time to write reviews. I am happy to make an exception for Steve. My husband & I just left spending the weekend with him. We all instantly hit it off. Steve and his supportive team/ wife were such an answer to our prayers. He could not have been more thoughtful and accommodating. We are over the moon excited about our new home. He made a very arduous process fun and hassle free. We felt like we had concierge service. For those who may not feel you need a realtor in our age of information would be sorely mistaken. It was Steve who made this transaction happen for a buyer in a seller’s market."

  -Molly Merkert, Client

"My wife and I had the pleasure of working with Steve & Katrina when looking for our winter home in Venice. They were extremely responsive and had great selection of homes to view. Throughout the negotiations and closing they were quickly handling any issues that may have come up. Before choosing a REALTOR, we conducted a lot of research online to see who would be the best choice. Steve & Katrina Smith stood out as the best Venice has to offer. Their rankings are excellent, their social media presence was strong, and I could tell they put a lot of work into their listings. After closing on the property Katrina was a huge help in design and color scheme of the interior. Yes Steve & Katrina aren't only amazing Real Estate Agents, but are a sincere, honest caring couple that go way above what you would expect. We feel as though Steve & Katrina aren't only our REALTORS, but dear friends. Needless to say, we would highly recommend their team for either selling or purchasing a new home. "

  -Mike Orr, Client

"Excellent service, extremely professional and knowledgable about current market conditions. Great team, highly Recommend. "

  -TD, Client

"Can I give 10 Stars? What can I say, I feel BLESSED I had Steve and especially Nicole as my Realtor to help me buy my "Baller" home in Venice. John and I couldn't have asked for a better team and so thankful their expertise and sense of urgency to show us homes landed us in our forever home. Thank you all so much!!"

  -Leandra Zemlansky, Client