Michael James

Michael and Laurel James are a valuable partnership for their customers, offering a signature balance of real estate and marketing expertise. Their deep understanding of the Sarasota lifestyle and personalized service ensure each buyer and seller receive services tailored to their unique goals. They pride themselves on their mastery of the real estate process, allowing for a professional and enjoyable experience.
Michael, a Broker Associate, attributes his accuracy, speed and knowledge of the local market to his 20+ years in Sarasota real estate. He was awarded the Masters Award at leading broker Michael Saunders & Company in 2019 and 2020 for outstanding sales volume. Even with the dramatic growth of his business, Michael understands the value of every individual relationship that helped build it, and his clients feel he is giving them his full attention and service. Michael is a Certified Residential Specialist and continues to stay updated on the latest industry insights.
With her background as an interior designer, Laurel’s advantage to buyers is her ability to help them envision the potential of a new home, and for sellers she has expertise in navigating the maintenance, repairs and staging that ultimately market the home best. As a fourth-generation Floridian, there’s little you could tell Laurel about the area she doesn’t already know and share joyfully with her customers. This added local knowledge of the market and lifestyle enhances her customer relationships and she stays well acquainted beyond the closing table.
Michael and Laurel James are partnered with the most prestigious broker in the Sarasota Real Estate market; Michael Saunders and Company, They have been awarded outstanding Sales Volume in: 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024.