News Summary
Michael Saunders & Company has opened its first office in St. Petersburg, Florida, enhancing its presence on the Gulf Coast. Led by Jennifer Thayer, the office aims to improve luxury real estate services in the area. This collaboration promises growth and increased opportunities for local buyers and sellers, leveraging Thayer’s extensive experience in the market. As the exclusive sales representative for the ONE St. Petersburg condominium, the firm aims to solidify its reputation in the region.
St. Petersburg, Florida – Michael Saunders & Company, a renowned luxury real estate firm based in Sarasota, has officially launched its first office in St. Petersburg, marking a significant expansion along Florida’s Gulf Coast. This strategic move aims to deepen the company’s presence in the area, leveraging local talent and expertise to enhance their offerings in the competitive real estate market.
The firm has joined forces with local realtor Jennifer Thayer, who will lead the new office. Thayer, a Miami native and honors graduate in interior design from the University of Florida’s College of Architecture, has a broad background that includes experience in wellness product promotion, yacht design, venture capital, and Wall Street. She has been involved in real estate since obtaining her license in Florida in 2005, making an impressive $30 million in sales during her first six months as the on-site agent for Signature Place. Thayer has also played a pivotal role in pre-construction sales for the ONE St. Petersburg condo complex, demonstrating her significant impact on the local market.
With over 600 agents and 150 support staff, Michael Saunders & Company operates 18 full-service sales offices across the Gulf Coast. As the company enhances its operations in St. Petersburg, Thayer will bring her team of five members from Keller Williams along with her. The collaborative effort is expected to provide enhanced luxury connections and resources for Thayer’s brand, further solidifying the firm’s presence in the region.
Thayer’s extensive knowledge of the St. Petersburg market, combined with her commitment to serving clients and the community, has drawn praise from company president Drayton Saunders. He emphasized the value Thayer’s experience brings to the organization, especially her proven track record in high-end property sales.
Michael Saunders & Company is known for its dedication to quality in real estate, and with Thayer at the helm of the new St. Petersburg office, the firm aims to harness her insights and connections to better serve local buyers and sellers. Among her previous achievements, Thayer has earned recognition as the top referring agent during presales for the tallest tower on the Gulf Coast, showcasing her ability to connect potential homeowners with desirable properties.
The opening of the new office comes at a time when the 46-story luxury building, the ONE St. Petersburg, is nearing completion, with closings expected to start in September. Michael Saunders & Company currently serves as the exclusive sales and marketing representative for this premier condominium project, further entrenching the firm in the St. Petersburg market.
Beneath the surface of these developments lies Michael Saunders & Company’s 49-year history and its commitment to quality service in luxury real estate. The firm, founded in Sarasota, has maintained steady growth and is recognized for its influential role in the market throughout Florida’s Gulf Coast.
The partnership between Michael Saunders & Company and Jennifer Thayer signals a promising future for luxury real estate in St. Petersburg, with expectations that this collaboration will enhance service capabilities and provide new opportunities for the community.
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