"Steve & Katrina were wonderful to work with in selling our home. They understood the local market and were attentive to listening to our questions and ideas. Any time that we contacted them, they responded quickly, and even moved our car to our new property while we were out of town. During the process, Katrina staged the property perfectly. We always felt that they had our best interest at heart. They proactively notified us when it was apparent that a price adjustment was required to market the property. Shortly thereafter, the property sold. We would highly recommend their services when it is time to sell your property."

  -Dan B, Client

"Finding our Florida home with Steve was such a pleasure. He took time to understand our wants and tailored our house hunting to them. Great experience all around. Our friends came down to visit the area, heard about our experience and contacted Steve and now we have neighbors!"

  -Debra Bither, Client

"Steve and Katrina were God sent. I am a disabled Army Veteran and a first time homebuyer, so to say buying a new home was scary would be an understatement. Steve and Katrina both walked me through the entire home buying process and made me and my wife feel as though we truly had a friend looking out for our best interests. They put our fears at ease. In the end we got the home we have always dreamed of and a new friendship with Steve and Katrina that will last a lifetime."

  -Jonathan Schellhorn, Client

"Steve and Katrina are amazing!! From the moment I spoke to Steve till this day they both treat us like family!! A little back round my house hunt was difficult and we did not have a lot of time to leave our rental. Steve emailed and contacted me everyday with new listings, from searching on Sundays with my children to rushing and offering to pick up my kids from school, they did everything to make sure we met my schedule. Once we finally found a house it didn't end our contact. I don't know any other realtor who was waiting at the house on closing day to help clean (and I mean scrub), they even recruited the help of their daughter Nicole - it was huge to me as a working mother of 3. This ended up not being a transactional relationship but a lifelong friendship. Katrina is still available to me for tips on renovations in my house and Steve has popped in my job just to say hi! I cannot express the amount of gratitude I have to them both!"

  -Kim Belmer, Client

"I am forever grateful for these wonderful people, Steve and Katrina. A death in my family made it my responsibility to sell a home. Not only did Steve and Katrina accomplish the sale but they went above and beyond in helping me through a difficult time. They handled everything with professionalism and a caring attitude. I would highly recommend Steve and Katrina for your real estate needs."

  -Cynthia Groman, Client

"My wife and I just purchased a new home. The whole experience with Steve and his team was GREAT!! Thank you again Steve"

  -Christine M, Client

"My wife and I bought in a nice mobile home park a fews back when we moved to Florida. In the past 2 years the lot rent had risen tremendously. Although we desired to own a single family home in Venice we did not think we could pull it off with the market being what it is. Several months ago my wife started to tell me about conversations she was having with Steve Martin Smith that were beginning to give her hope. To me it just didn’t seem possible, considering the craziness of the local real estate market. Then it happened, Steve had a signed listing agreement on a house that he thought we had a shot at. We quickly applied for a mortgage with our bank and were given bad information from the loan officer. Fortunately, Steve saw right through it and suggested a better lending option for us. We were approved for 100% financing. Incredible! Then Katrina jumped in to improve the listing of our mobile home, which we had to sell quickly to make this all work. (END OF PART 1)"

  -Geoff L. ( part 1 of 2 ), Client

"Steve Martin Smith and Katrina Smith are very very good at what they do. This was our first home purchase and we were nervous apprehensive and not all that confident we could do it. Then we met Steve. He is extremely knowledgeable and easy and fun to work with. He and his wife won our confidence and were with us every step of the way. Start to finish and i should mention that Katrina is very knowledgeable about renovating and repair work should we need it in the future. They have remained in contact like someone else mentioned and we feel like we gained so much just by knowing them. We now have a beautiful home in a great community that we never thought would be possible until we met them. They literally made our dream a reality and we are so happy in our new home."

  -Amy Jones, Client

"Can I give 10 Stars? What can I say, I feel BLESSED I had Steve and especially Nicole as my Realtor to help me buy my "Baller" home in Venice. John and I couldn't have asked for a better team and so thankful their expertise and sense of urgency to show us homes landed us in our forever home. Thank you all so much!!"

  -Leandra Zemlansky, Client

"Steve and Katrina treated my family like we were their family and not just another costumer. They clearly had our best interest at heart and earned our trust from the start. We had a rocky mortgage process and they gave us nothing but patience and understanding always providing any assistance possible to make the process flow. Their communication throughout the entire process was great and they were always available to answer any questions in more than a timely matter. I felt very confident in their knowledge and honesty. They made purchasing a home a truly enjoyable experience."

  -Jennifer, Client

"We used Katrina and her company to stage our home when we were selling. Katrina is very professional and she has an exquisite eye for design. Her attention to detail is remarkable and she makes your home look amazing. We had no idea that staging a home would have made such a difference. We had several offers and had a contract within 10 days of being on the market. We couldn't have been happier. Working with Katrina was easy and she did a phenomenal job! We would use Little Black Dress Home Staging again and recommend them to everyone."

  -Theresa N, Client

"Steve Martin Smith and Katrina Smith are truly the dream team of realtors! My husband and I call them Mrs. A&B because they have gone Above and Beyond our highest expectations! Katrina's cosmetic rehab of our home was a total transformation from drab to sparkling! The top notch photographer beautifully showcased our home and grounds! Steve and Katrina's reputation for integrity, knowledge and the ultimate in service is well deserved. We will call on Steve and Katrina for all our real estate transactions and encourage our friends to enjoy the superlative experience of the dream team for their real estate needs!"

  -Mary Jean, Client

"They both went over and above to ensure the quick sale of my house. Offer made within 3 days."

  -Tom Kennedy, Client

"I met Steve Martin Smith in April of 2017. Steve was very welcoming and kind to my Mom & I when we flew to florida in search of a home. Steve took us through all the Venice area homes & neighborhoods, he provided us with helpful information regarding the houses we looked at, & was able to provide us with suffiency & integrity. Although my mom & I did not find the home we were looking for, Steve told us we could come back sometime next year to look again; he told us he would be glad to help the second time around. 1 Year later in February of 2018, we flew back to Florida & once again Steve put the time & effort to work with us & guided us in finding our dream home. That same year we met his wife Katrina for the very first time & she was just as astounding as Steve. There was a house on the market right next to theirs which they both showed us they invited us over that house in the evening for a bonfire. It was an amazing night. Steve & Katrina are amazing i’m grateful for them."

  -Angelina Russo, Client

"We were thrilled to find the realtor, Steve Martin Smith & his wife Katrina. After interviewing several other well-known local realtors, we immediately noticed their strategy was different. Steve has incredible creativity & energy and Katrina is a decorator/stager. They have an amazing in-person AND online ‘out of the box’ presence. (Don’t just take my word for it, google Steve to see more details on him and his great team.....). The condo we were selling had potential, but it was dated. I’m a not a decorator, but Katrina is! She recommended some minor improvements and staged the unit beautifully. Less than a week after it was listed, it sold at the price we wanted! In fact, there were two interested buyers, so they sold another unit in our building that had been on the market for months! In addition to being SO competent, they were also fun to work with! Our neighbors want to use them now, and we want to stay in touch! "

  -‘Christine , Client

"They were able to sell my grandmother’s house quickly even during the Coronavirus pandemic. They were able to clean up the house, make repairs, coordinate sub contractors and even did several small jobs personally to get everything ready to go on the market. They staged the house beautifully and got results quickly. Being over 4 hours away and not able to manage the day to day projects necessary to get the house ready was a little concerning for us but Steve and his wife know the area well and did a great job taking care of everything and were able to sell the house faster than we expected during a very unpredictable time in history. They were very receptive to our concerns during the process and delivered results very close to the expectations set forth at the beginning of our dealings with them. Kudos to this team and what they were able to accomplish during such an unprecedented time."

  -Gary M (North Florida), Client

"I purchased a home to repair and resell and was very confident that I knew what I was doing. I’d also spent a number of years in the Furniture industry and I was very familiar with layout and deign ideas. However, Upon hiring Steve and Katrina to list my property, I discovered Little Black Dress! They made a lot of suggestions for me, both inside and out, to help the house feel more like a home. I had a limited budget and they’re able to do far more than I thought anyone could ever do. They made the house look absolutely beautiful and we had multiple offers our first weekend showing and sold the home for full price. Needless to say, Little Black Dress didn’t cost me money, they made me money!"

  -Kevin L, Client

"Nicole sold my condo for the highest price the complex has seen in 10 years, in only 8 days! She guided us on small changes we could make to the home, and staged it so beautifully. She really knows what buyers are looking for."

  -Oksana Shur, Client

"I have to confess, I rarely take the time to write reviews. I am happy to make an exception for Steve. My husband & I just left spending the weekend with him. We all instantly hit it off. Steve and his supportive team/ wife were such an answer to our prayers. He could not have been more thoughtful and accommodating. We are over the moon excited about our new home. He made a very arduous process fun and hassle free. We felt like we had concierge service. For those who may not feel you need a realtor in our age of information would be sorely mistaken. It was Steve who made this transaction happen for a buyer in a seller’s market."

  -Molly Merkert, Client

"Nous remercions vivement Steve et Katrina pour leur travail. Nous venons de signer notre deuxième maison avec joie après avoir vendu notre condo en un temps record. Ils nous ont accompagnés tout au long de cette vente et même après. Nous pouvons compter sur leur présence et toujours avec efficacité, surtout avec gentillesse. A big thank-you Françoise"

  -Francoise D, Client

"Nicole Smith and her team are the extreme in service and knowledge of the listing and buying process. I am forever grateful with the service they provided to me as a homeowner.They spent a year educating me on my downsizing options, and helped me through the entire process of having my new home built. The VIP full-service home preparation I received to get my 30 yr old home ready to market was superb; from detailing, styling, curb appeal and the secret to making an old tile floor look amazing. This team knows how to attract buyers. When it sold, I was ready to move into my new home with ease. They do more than just hang a sign and host open houses. They care about their customers. They are easy to work with, accommodating and fun. That is why they will always be my real estate team!"

  -Carmen, Client

"Our situation started out very complicated but due to Steve and Katrina's honesty and concern for our well being it ended up fantastic. They are the best!"

  -Robert Weston, Client

"As a probate attorney in Michigan, I recently had to locate a Realtor in Sarasota County to manage the sale of a client's property. After a quick google search, Steve Martin Homes Group was the third number I called and the first to answer the phone. The video that Steve sent of his first visit showed an extreme amount of rodent droppings and other issues. He presented the options to sell the property as-is or fix it up and increase the salability and profit margin. I chose the latter and was not disappointed. Steve oversaw the rodent remediation and Katrina managed the entire rehab process which included, roofing, flooring, appliances, painting, electrical, plumbing and more. I also chose their standard staging package and never regretted my decisions. The place looked amazing when they put it on the market and it sold for a great price in only 9 days. My clients and I were very impressed with the results that SMHG and Little Black Dress Home Staging obtained for them."

  -Michael Colton, Michigan, Client

"En vacances en Floride, nous avons rencontrés Katrina et Steve pour notre projet immobilier. Malgré la barrière de la langue, ils ont pris le temps de nous comprendre et après quelques visites bien ciblées, nous avons acheté une maison de village. Avec une totale confiance, nous avons laissé Katrina s'occuper des travaux et de l ameublement qui fut une réussite et une grande joie à notre retour en Floride. Ils travaillent en famille et sont géniaux. Très professionnels et humains, si vous avez des projets, maisons ou appartements avec ou sans travaux, je vous les recommande vivement. Une Belle Rencontre. Françoise et Pascal"

  -Françoise, Client

"When we decided to sell our home we were given the option of home staging. We decided to go for it. Katrina did an amazing job. She made our home so beautiful and appealing. She went above and beyond to make everything perfect and do things on our check list to make selling our home easier for us. I would highly recommend Katrina and will most definitely use her services in the future if given the opportunity."

  -Kelli Jo Swain, Client

"Trustworthy, knowledgeable, caring and professional are words that come to mind when I think of Steve Martin Homes Group. They truly have your best interest in mind when helping you find a home/condo. "

  -Bonny, Client

"I had not considered home detailing as an added service to look for as I was searching for a real estate agent to list my father’s home after he passed.  Being out of state as it was listed with another agent for 6 months, I was not completely aware of the condition of the property, inside or out.  When I called Steve to get involved, the pictures and videos that he sent me of the property were eye opening.  I now had a much better idea as to why it had not yet sold.  Steve and Katrina managed a home detailing process that made a major difference in the way my father’s house was now presented to the public.  The detailed cleaning, painting, landscaping, and more caused my kids to say “now it looks like Grandpa’s house again”.  We had a buyer in less than 30 days.  I doubt there are many real estate teams that offer the same level of service as Steve Martin Homes Group.  If they service your area, I highly recommend that you call them before choosing your next real estate agent."

  -Rosanne D, Client

"Steve is very knowledgeable in the Realestate market and more... he makes you feel comfortable asking any questions of concern and comes through with the facts. His humor and personality are Infectious and he is a true professional. I highly recommend him when you are ready to sell or purchase a home!"

  -Marie, Client

"My wife and I had the pleasure of working with Steve & Katrina when looking for our winter home in Venice. They were extremely responsive and had great selection of homes to view. Throughout the negotiations and closing they were quickly handling any issues that may have come up. Before choosing a REALTOR, we conducted a lot of research online to see who would be the best choice. Steve & Katrina Smith stood out as the best Venice has to offer. Their rankings are excellent, their social media presence was strong, and I could tell they put a lot of work into their listings. After closing on the property Katrina was a huge help in design and color scheme of the interior. Yes Steve & Katrina aren't only amazing Real Estate Agents, but are a sincere, honest caring couple that go way above what you would expect. We feel as though Steve & Katrina aren't only our REALTORS, but dear friends. Needless to say, we would highly recommend their team for either selling or purchasing a new home. "

  -Mike Orr, Client

""Steve and his team are amazing. We live in Massachusetts and knew little about "nice" places to live in Florida but from what we read and heard, Venice was the ideal location for us. Our friend and neighbor became snowbirds in Venice over a year ago. We asked who they used as a realtor and they spoke very highly of Steve and his team and suggested we give him a call. Steve worked his butt off showing us both preowned and new construction. A word of advice.... If you're looking at new construction talk to Steve. He knows all the communities and builders. I know many of you may think you will get a better deal going directly to the builder, Wrong!! He actually saves you money with his vast knowledge of how buying new construction works. Everything we wrote is our honest opinion and experience with him. You won't find a harder working and honest REALTOR anywhere. We ended up purchasing new construction at Grand Palm in Venice. Thanks Steve!! Sincerely, Karl and Donna ""

  -Karl Meincke, Client

"How did I get a $245,000 cash offer in 8 days on a house that was maybe worth $200,000 two months earlier? As a retired Real Estate Agent, never have I seen this level of dedication to helping a customer prepare their home to put the most amount of profit in the seller’s pocket. Not only did they give me excellent advice on the improvements needed prior to listing, they invested over $5,000 of their own money to make my property shine. This was my first experience with a real estate team that has a home stylist concierge service. It was incredible! Katrina was the project manager for my tired home’s month-long make-over. She knew who to call for everything, inside and out. After all the improvements were completed and the property was cleaned spotless, Katrina staged it to perfection. SMHG put $20,000 in my pocket that I likely would have never seen without their personal investment in my dated home. Now I understand what other reviews mean that say “they go above and beyond”. "

  -Clark, Client

"Steve and Katrina truly understand the meaning of the concept of "exceptional customer service!""

  -Cindi Rogers, Colleague

"The Steve Martin Smith Team went above and beyond what we are accustomed to with real estate agents. We had begun discussing with them the possibility of listing our home over a year before we actually did. They provided us with valuable information on improving our home for sale. They even helped us with some of the improvements! We would highly recommend them to anyone looking for a real estate team that cares about their clients."

  -David Stuckmeyer, Client

"This team treated my family like we were their family and not just another costumer. They clearly had our best interest at heart and earned our trust from the start. We had a rocky mortgage process and they gave us nothing but patience and understanding always providing any assistance possible to make the process flow. Their communication throughout the entire process was great and they were always available to answer any questions in more than a timely matter. I felt very confident in their knowledge and honesty. They made purchasing a home a truly enjoyable experience. "

  -Jenn , Client

"Nicole helped my husband and I find our dream home a few months ago. She is very knowledgeable in all aspects of real estate and worked tirelessly finding and getting us our home for a great price. YOU want HER on your side during negotiations, she was a true advocate for us!"

  -Catherine Elfers, Client

"Over the course of a few months, I visited the area twice and viewed many properties with Steve. Not yet finding “the one” and needing to return to California, we then used FACETIME and the trust we had in our Realtor to purchase our final retirement home. While we were still in California, Steve and Katrina watched over our purchase as if it was their own. Since we arrived in Florida, Katrina has been guiding us in many ways through the home improvement process at no charge. Actually, Steve, Katrina and their extended team have been involved in helping us in a wide variety of ways. They truly are Realtors that have your best interests in mind and continue to be there for you after they get paid."

  -Robin Lane, Client

"Excellent service, extremely professional and knowledgable about current market conditions. Great team, highly Recommend. "

  -TD, Client

"Several months ago my wife started to tell me about conversations she was having with Steve Martin Smith that were beginning to give her hope. To me it just didn’t seem possible, considering the craziness of the local real estate market. Then it happened, Steve had a signed listing agreement on a house that he thought we had a shot at. We quickly applied for a mortgage with our bank and were given bad information from the loan officer. Fortunately, Steve saw right through it and suggested a better lending option for us. We were approved for 100% financing. Incredible! They could have sold their listing to hundreds of potential buyers and probably would not have had to work as hard to do it. I wish I could also write a review for the seller, as they were kind enough to allow us to purchase it without a bidding war. Steve has said that they’ve been blessed with some of the nicest customers in the world. I tend to believe him. "

  -Geoff L., Client

"Steve and Katrina are a wonderful team. They are professional and hard working. The process for the sale of our house was painless and very easy. They cleaned and staged our house and made it look so refreshed and new. Katrina has an amazing eye for detail and each room looked wonderful and welcoming. I really didn't think that staging would make a difference in the sale of our home, but I was wrong. I am convinced that the only reason we received an offer after only 1 week on the market was due to the staging. We are grateful to Steve and Katrina for all they did to sell our home."

  -Elizabeth A Rodela Smith , Client

"Thanks so much to my realtor, Steve Martin Smith and his wife Katrina, for helping me bring Dad’s home back to life. They have made the process as stress free as possible especially with me being in Maryland. If you are looking for a realtor in the Venice, Florida area, call him. He gets the job done."

  -Jeannette (Maryland), Client

"The Godfather of real estate! Had the greatest pleasure working with Steve and Katrina! Everything went so smooth and seamless! We are a forever client to this duo!"

  -Cynthia Williams, Client

"Steve knows his stuff. He will make sure you find the home you’re looking for and he will stay on top of everything to ensure a timely closing. He was also our landlord during our transition from MA to FL and I really appreciated his friendly, yet hands off approach. He was there when we needed him, always accommodating, but never a bother. His local reputation makes it a breeze to see homes and to secure financing. We highly recommend him!"

  -Ashley L, Client

"Nicole helped me purchase my Siesta Key beach condo sight unseen! Between the struggles of traveling during a pandemic and my busy work schedule, I decided to put my trust in Nicole to help me accomplish my goal of purchasing my first investment property in Sarasota. I was a little nervous at first, but was quickly put at ease with Nicole’s excellent communication and thorough notes on the properties. She toured at least 20 different condos for me, with FaceTime tours of the options that best matched what I was looking for. We found the perfect property within a few weeks of hiring her! Upon arriving in Sarasota and viewing my new condo in person, I was even more thrilled than I expected. She truly understood exactly what I was looking for, and guided me to my best purchase in the area. Her taste and style is impeccable and she truly has a talent for what she does. I trust her implicitly and would buy with her again in a heartbeat. Thank you Nicole and SMHG for the 5 star service!"

  -Kimberly Dinsmore, Client

"Our house is 7000+ sq. ft., and the thought of getting it ready for market was overwhelming. Katrina has a well proven system for handling everything – decluttering, deep cleaning and decorating. She took a formidable task and made it manageable. Years of experience allow her to see things from the home buyer’s perspective and make the changes that make the home very appealing to buyers. She has a gift for using color and form to make a home look beautiful. The quality of her furnishings and accessories beautifully enhanced our own, and made the house look current and attractive. She even designed our landscape and directed the landscaper on changes that vastly improved our curb appeal. Nobody, I mean nobody, works harder than Katrina and she is an absolute pleasure to work with. Her staging is top notch. Anyone wishing to maximize profits on the sale of a home would be wise to hire Katrina and Little Black Dress. We give her five stars, two thumbs up and a standing ovation!"

  -Susan Connors, Client

"The Steve Martin Smith Team went above and beyond what we are accustomed to with real estate agents. We had begun discussing with them the possibility of listing our home over a year before we actually did. They provided us with valuable information on improving our home for sale. They even helped us with some of the improvements! We would highly recommend them to anyone looking for a real estate team that cares about their clients."

  -David, Client

" We have had the best experience with Steve, Katrina and Nicole! They accommodated every request we had. Living out of state, we purchased our home sight unseen based on our relationship that was formed and Katrina's recommendation. We highly recommend this family team that can be trusted and depended on. We will partner with them in any future real-estate ventures! Mike and Cynthia Shick"

  -Mike Shick, Client

"Steve Martin Smith is top notch! Highly motivated, highly professional, outstanding outcomes! Will never work with different real estate agent and look forward to working with them again in the future!"

  -Sean Williams, Client

"... We were approved for 100% financing. Incredible! Then Katrina jumped in to improve the listing of our mobile home, which we had to sell quickly to make this all work. Even though she was not able to make a dime from it, she spent several days prepping it as if it were an expensive house they were listing. They could have sold their listing to hundreds of potential buyers and probably would not have had to work as hard to do it. I wish I could also write a review for the seller, as they were kind enough to allow us to purchase it without a bidding war. Steve has said that they’ve been blessed with some of the nicest customers in the world. I tend to believe him. I don’t know how many agents can do this, but it is apparent that Steve Martin Homes Group is excellent at caring equally for both the buyer and seller to get everyone to the finish line. This team cares about their customers and they work passionately to help them."

  -Geoff L. ( Part 2 of 2 ), Client

"Steve & Katrina did a great job selling our home. It was a pleasant experience and it was priced right to sell within a timely fashion. We were extremely pleased with the ease of working with them. They are great people and were totally honest with us regarding the pricing of our home, Great team!"

  -Vic & Linda, Client

"Steve and Katrina’s energy and enthusiasm level is second to none. They go above and beyond in all measures. You call, they pick up on the first ring. You have a problem they help you solve it quickly. They are simply a magnificent force in helping others like us making a flawless transition into a new home. Thank you both for being so very special!"

  -Rick & Jackie Bontekoe, Client