Donna and Tom offer a full suite of real estate services tailored to meet the diverse needs of their clients:

For Home Buyers

🏡 Personalized Home Search: Donna specializes in helping buyers find the perfect home by learning about their lifestyle, decorating preferences, and desired home style. Whether looking for a single-family home, condominium, or new construction, she guides buyers toward properties that match their needs.

📍 Relocation Specialists: Many of their clients are moving to Sarasota or Bradenton from out of state. Donna and Tom simplify the relocation process by offering virtual tours, local market insights, and expert guidance on neighborhoods, schools, and amenities.

💰 Financial Clarity: Tom’s expertise in analyzing market conditions and property values ensures that buyers make informed decisions. He helps clients calculate the true cost of homeownership, factoring in mortgage payments, property taxes, insurance, HOA fees, and other expenses, so there are no surprises.

For Home Sellers

📝Traditional Listing Services: Donna and Tom provide expert marketing strategies to showcase homes effectively, including high-quality photography, virtual tours, and social media promotions.

⚡Market Value Cash Offers: For sellers who want to avoid the hassle of traditional real estate sales, they offer Market Value Cash Offers, allowing homeowners to sell quickly and conveniently.

💡 Expert Pricing & Market Analysis: With their deep knowledge of the Sarasota and Bradenton real estate market, Donna and Tom help sellers price their homes competitively to attract the right buyers while maximizing profits.

For Real Estate Investors

🏢 Long-Term Rental Property Management: They provide professional property management services for investors looking to generate passive income through annual rentals. They do not manage vacation rentals, but instead, focus on stable, long-term rental solutions for property owners.

🔍Investment Guidance: Whether you’re a first-time investor or expanding your portfolio, Donna and Tom offer insights into the best real estate opportunities in Sarasota, Bradenton, and surrounding areas.

Five Star Real Estate Agent Award

Being recognized as Five Star Real Estate Agents for 11 consecutive years is a testament to Donna and Tom’s unwavering commitment to excellence, integrity, and client satisfaction. This prestigious award, held by only 2% of real estate agents in the Sarasota area, is based on independent research, client feedback, and professional achievements, ensuring that home buyers and sellers receive top-tier service from industry leaders. For clients, this means working with highly experienced, knowledgeable, and trusted professionals who consistently go above and beyond to deliver exceptional results. Whether buying, selling, or investing, clients can feel confident knowing they are in the hands of award-winning real estate experts who prioritize their needs, provide expert guidance, and help them achieve their real estate goals with ease.

Accredited Buyer's Agent (ABR®)

As an Accredited Buyer’s Agent (ABR®), Donna brings specialized expertise to home buyers, ensuring they receive top-tier representation throughout the purchasing process. Her ABR certification means she has undergone advanced training in buyer advocacy, market analysis, and negotiation strategies, giving her clients a competitive edge in finding the perfect home at the right price. Donna takes the time to understand each buyer’s lifestyle, home style preferences, and financial goals, allowing her to identify ideal properties and guide buyers through every step—from home searches and financing options to inspections and closing. With her commitment to buyer-focused service and deep knowledge of the Sarasota and Bradenton markets, home buyers can trust Donna to make their experience smooth, informed, and successful

Certified AI Agent

Tom’s expertise as a Certified Artificial Intelligence Agent, combined with his 32-year background in information management, gives home buyers and sellers a powerful advantage in the real estate market. By leveraging artificial intelligence and data analytics, Tom can accurately assess market conditions, predict pricing trends, and identify the best opportunities for buyers and sellers alike. For home buyers, he utilizes AI-driven tools to pinpoint properties that match their needs, factoring in budget, location, lifestyle preferences, and future value potential. For sellers, he uses advanced market analysis to strategically price homes, optimize listing exposure, and attract the right buyers quickly. His ability to analyze real-time market data ensures that clients make well-informed, confident decisions, whether they are buying their dream home, selling for maximum profit, or investing in Sarasota and Bradenton real estate.

Local Experts with a Community Focus

Donna and Tom have lived in the Sarasota and Bradenton area since 1994, giving them extensive local knowledge. They have also built relationships with trusted contractors who can assist their clients with home repairs, upgrades, and renovations.

Beyond real estate, they are active in the community. Tom volunteers with the Hernando DeSoto Historical Society - a nonprofit organization in Bradenton, Florida, dedicated to preserving the history of Hernando DeSoto’s expeditions while promoting community involvement through educational programs, cultural events, and the annual DeSoto Heritage Festival. He has served as President, Treasurer, and Secretary, and participates in local parades dressed as a Spanish Conquistador as a member of the Crewe of DeSoto.

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Donna is also deeply involved in community activities and also volunteers with the Hernando DeSoto Historical Society and enjoys spending time with their three children and seven grandchildren. Growing up in New Orleans, she has a rich understanding of history and culture, which adds a unique perspective to her real estate services.

Work With Donna and Tom

If you’re buying, selling, or investing in the Sarasota or Bradenton area, Donna and Tom Murphy are the experienced real estate professionals you need. Their dedication to integrity, personalized service, and local expertise makes them the go-to real estate team in the region.

📍Skyway Realty of Florida is located in the Lakewood Ranch area of Sarasota/Bradenton

📞Contact Donna and Tom at 941-241-0244