About Me
Full Agent Bio
Since moving with my family from Chicago to Sarasota in 1995, I have developed a deep appreciation for this city’s many treasures—its white sand beaches, vibrant downtown, stellar restaurants, eclectic neighborhoods, and global flair. For 25 years, I have dedicated myself to helping buyers and sellers navigate Sarasota’s real estate market, ensuring they achieve their goals with confidence and ease.
I built my real estate career from the ground up, learning from the best. I was fortunate to be mentored by Linda Roe Dickinson, an icon in the real estate industry, and together we achieved “Top Producer” status for nine consecutive years. This invaluable experience has sharpened my expertise in pricing strategies, market trends, and contract negotiations—ensuring my clients receive top-tier service and results.
"Susan has an exceptional understanding of real estate law and the intricacies of guiding a transaction from offer to closing—expertise that is rarely seen in our industry. Her strong desire to serve her customers is evident in her genuine concern for their well-being. She always prioritizes what is best for her clients, making the decision to hire Susan Katanic a smart one. Her strong work ethic and high moral principles will serve both her and her fortunate clients well."
— Linda Roe Dickinson, Broker-Associate
In addition to my extensive real estate background, I bring 20 years of experience in banking, which has instilled in me a strong foundation in customer service, finance, and negotiation. I believe that exceptional customer service is the hallmark of doing good business in real estate, and I go above and beyond to ensure a smooth, stress-free transaction from start to finish. My financial expertise also allows me to guide clients through complex buying and selling processes with confidence.
Why Choose Me?
✅ 25 Years of Local Experience – Deep knowledge of Sarasota’s market, neighborhoods, and trends.
✅ Proven Success – Top-producing agent with a strong track record of satisfied clients.
✅ Skilled Negotiator – I work tirelessly to get the best price and terms for my clients.
✅ Seamless Transactions – Handling every detail so you can buy or sell with ease.
✅ Client-First Approach – Your needs always come first, and I am committed to exceeding expectations.
Whether you're buying or selling in Sarasota, you deserve a dedicated, experienced professional who will advocate for you every step of the way. Let’s make your real estate dreams a reality—contact me today!
Awards
- 2020 Masters Award Recipient
- 2021 Masters Award Recipient
- 2022 Masters Award Recipient
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Testimonials
Very nice presentation of the house. The video is excellent. We loved it.
Susan goes above and beyond for her clients and I am happy to provide some feedback re my home buying experience. It actually took almost six months and a few offers to finally find the home of my dreams. Susan never became frustrated with the process, she remained engaged and enthusiastic throughout the entire search. She is a great communicator and made herself available long outside of business hours and on the weekends. We were terribly disappointed by MSC Mortgage's handling of our loan. Megan Kendrick and Nija Ross did not communicate and actually dropped the ball regarding the completion of tasks so we were forced to delay closing 24 hours. Buyer and seller were affected and had to hold home goods overnight and find lodging. Thank goodness that Susan was involved in ALL aspects of the home buying process as she quickly addressed the missteps of others and corrected the situation before further delay. I will continue to recommend Susan to any and all home buyers in our area as I truly feel that she's a dedicated, thoughtful, realistic, energetic and hard working realtor. Susan knows the MSC area better than most as she has multiple years of experience, she will be our realtor for any home sale or purchase plans going forward. Thank you-- S Dubose
Our experience working with Susan continues to be better than we ever expected. Even after the bid on our new home was accepted, Susan has assisted us in arranging for painting to be done prior to moving in and has helped us to find other service providers. We are very grateful for everything she has done.
Our experience working with Susan Katanic to find our new home was extraordinary. She understood our needs and desires, searching for just the right house. She did indeed find our dream home. In addition, Susan connected us with various companies offering services necessary when buying a new home. Susan is a professional, while providing much needed support and responding quickly to any concerns. It has truly been a pleasure.
My wife Geri and I purchased a lovely Condo at Esplanade Golf & Country Club with the help of Susan Katanic. Can not say enough kind words about Susan. She was a true professional throughout the process. We are now looking for our dream home with Susan. I'm sure it will be another perfect experience. Thank you, Susan!
