James H. Sweat, P.A. Email & Phone Number

Venice, Florida

Books covering the range of real estate: The Secret of Wealthy Home Sellers; Formula To Sell Any Home; For Sale By Owner Guide; How To Sell Your Home For More Money; Best Selling Options In A Divorce; How To Find The Home Of Your Dreams; Inherited Home Guide; Home Improvements That Improve Values; Common Mistakes First Time Home Buyers Make And How To Avoid Them; Complete Guide To Delinquent Property Taxes; Sold! How To Sell Homes Others Couldn’t Sell; Best Practices For Selling Homes For Top Dollar; Maximize The Value Of Your Vacant Home; Ways To Advertise And Promote Your Home

Venice/Sarasota Florida

22 years in real estate, 11 years in Sarasota/Venice region of SW Florida. Author of REAL ESTATE CSI: CONTROVERSY, SECRETS & INSIGHT (coming soon)I am publishing a book exposing dangers and dirty tricks that cost you money. An inside look at the world of real estate. Focused on buyers and sellers in Sarasota, Charlotte and Manatee Counties along Florida's beautiful Gulf coast. Specialties and advanced training in Residential Listings and Sales; Luxury Homes; Distressed Properties (Foreclosures & Short Sales) and Buyer Representation.Stunning sunsets ~ shimmering waters ~ and world-famous, sun-kissed sugar sand beaches.Championship golf ~ fine dining ~ shopping ~ the fine arts ~ boating ~ fishing ~ hiking ~ biking ~ festivals year round ~ and nature trails galore.Southwest Florida holds the key for your family to enjoy the rewarding moments of life.Dreams do come true in the prestigious “Gulf Shore Lifestyle” ~ realize your dream now!• ABR - Accredited Buyer Representative • CLHMS- Certified Luxury Home Marketing Specialist• CRS- Certified Residential Specialist • CDPE- Certified Distressed Property Expert • e-PRO- Certified Internet Professional • GRI- Graduate Realtor Institute • ILHM- Institute for Luxury Home Marketing Member • Educational Achievement Award Recipient• Residential Sales Council Member• Million Dollar Guild Member• Listing Specialist

Venice, Florida

Venice, Florida

Review complaints filed by the public and other Realtors to determine if a hearing should be held with Professional Standards.

South Haven, Michigan And Venice, Florida

You want an agent who is focused on you, your sale and your goals. My focus is on you. There are thousands of Realtors in the local area all clamoring for your attention. But your move isn’t about me or them.It’s about You. Your Life, Your Goals.I am here to help you evaluate your situation; determine the best course of action; and implement the strategies to achieve your goals of buying and selling in the shortest amount of time, with the least frustration, and the most net profit in your pocket.I am industrious, innovative and hands-on; utilizing the best of today’s technology and good old-fashioned customer service.Serving buyers, sellers and investors since 1995. I have worked for national franchises and local independent offices, including the brokerage we owned in South Haven. We sold the company, and our home, in 2006 to move to Florida. My very first year in real estate I sold both the most expensive and least expensive homes in our area. Throughout my 21 year career, I have continued to service all segments of the market because I believe everyone deserves to be treated well.I am publishing an insider's look at the world of real estate, exposing dangers and dirty tricks that cost you money.MLS Service: Strategic Planning Committee Member, VABOR 2011-2017Professional Standards Committee Member, VABOR 2016-2017Grievance Committee Member, VABOR 2010-2015Grievance Committee Member, SWMAR 2003-2006Housing and Community Service:President, South Haven Jaycees 2003-2005Director, Housing Development Corporation 2000-2004Commissioner, South Haven Housing Commission 1995-2002Commissioner, Community Development Commission 1995-2002

Venice, Florida

Author of REAL ESTATE CSI: CONTROVERSY, SECRETS & INSIGHT (coming soon)I am publishing a book exposing dangers and dirty tricks that cost you money. An inside look at the world of real estate. Focused on buyers and sellers in Sarasota, Charlotte and Manatee Counties along Florida's beautiful Gulf coast. Specialties and advanced training in Residential Listings and Sales; Luxury Homes; Distressed Properties (Foreclosures & Short Sales) and Buyer Representation.Stunning sunsets ~ shimmering waters ~ and world-famous, sun-kissed sugar sand beaches.Championship golf ~ fine dining ~ shopping ~ the fine arts ~ boating ~ fishing ~ hiking ~ biking ~ festivals year round ~ and nature trails galore.Southwest Florida holds the key for your family to enjoy the rewarding moments of life.Dreams do come true in the prestigious “Gulf Shore Lifestyle” ~ realize your dream now!Jim Sweat understands the unique features that make your home a haven and offers you personal service from highly trained professionals, guiding you to a lifetime of pleasant memories.Take the first step. Call Jim Sweat for a personal consultation.Buying or Selling?Hire a professional to represent you!Buyers want the right home at the right price.Sellers want top market value, in the shortest amount of time, and with the least amount of hassle.Jim Sweat has over 21 years of results-proven experience to help you accomplish your goals and bring about a successful closing.

Sarasota, Florida Area

Focused on buyers and sellers in Sarasota, Charlotte and Manatee Counties along Florida's beautiful Gulf coast. Specialties and advanced training in Residential listings and sales; Luxury Homes; Distressed Properties (Foreclosures & Short Sales) and Buyer Representation.

Sarasota, Florida Area

The Sweat Realty Group at Sandals Realty of Sarasota focuses on home and condo sales in the Sarasota, Manatee and Charlotte County region of Southwest Florida. Discover how our Seven Points of Differentiation can put more money in your pocket.

Sarasota, Florida Area

Joined MSC when we moved to Florida from Michigan, just as the market crash was gaining steam. Learned the Southwest Florida market, focused on residential sales and listings. Qualified for Relocation clients and began taking REO (Bank-Owned) listings with the MSC Asset Management Group.

Saint Joseph, Michigan

Reviewed complaints filed by Realtors and the public against members to determine if a Professional Standards hearing should be held.

South Haven, Michigan

Built company from the ground up. Achieved fourth place market share in our second year, surpassing several well-established local offices. Focused on residential sales and listings including waterfront (Lake Michigan and inland lakes), condos, new construction, multi-family properties, farmland & acreage, and some commercial properties. As broker/owner, you wear all of the hats.

South Haven, Michigan

Received "2003 Outstanding Organization of the Year" Award. Led the revitalized Jaycees to save the Fourth of July Parade through fundraising, planning and implementation with cooperation of numerous local companies and volunteers. Began the Annual Lighted Christmas Parade in conjunction with the South Haven Visitor's Bureau.

South Haven, Michigan

A founding director from start up of the 501 (C) 3 to construction and sale of low-mid income housing in South Haven. Interviewed and hired the Executive Director; defined and implemented a program of strategic housing development, establishing affordable, owner-occupied, middle-cost housing. Oversaw the operations from land acquisition to final completion and sale of single family homes.

South Haven, Michigan

Appointed by South Haven City Council. The South Haven Housing Commission (SHHC) is a federally, HUD subsidized Public Housing Agency (PHA). Oversaw the operations and monthly budget updates. Special projects during my tenure: Remodeling and renovations to all 42 single family homes and the high-rise senior housing building.

South Haven, Michigan

Appointed by South Haven City Council. The CDC was created with the purpose of implementing and overseeing the Community Development Block Grant Program and the Home Rehabilitation Program. The Home Rehabilitation Program is designed to assist families and Senior Citizens to upgrade their homes to minimum codes for the purpose of eliminating health hazards, blight, and neighborhood deterioration.