For Sale: Beautiful Drew Plantation- 516 +/- Acres in Lake County

Drew Plantation is a nice mix of improved pasture and wooded pasture with woods that are primarily large grandfather live oaks with some scrub land.


This parcel would make an ideal large-acreage rural subdivision for horse enthusiasts or for someone who just wants more space around them. It also would be ideal for a weekend recreational retreat. It is very conveniently located to most any place in Central Florida!

Contact Dean Saunders, ALC, CCIM at 863-648-1528

www.saundersrealestate.com 

Dean Saunders is Three-time Winner of Coldwell Banker Commercial’s #1 Global Sales Professional Award for 2011

Dean Saunders earns the CBC #1 Global Sales Professional Award for the third time.

Commenting on his sales success in challenging markets, Saunders says, “As John D. Rockefeller once said, ‘the major fortunes in America have been made in land.’ The variable market challenges will only shift the buyer’s demographics but not the ability to get land sold. Right now, strong commodity pricing is affecting farmland and is where investors are placing their money. A real estate broker needs to know their market as it relates to the repositioning of buyer demographics to be successful in all economic times.”

In 2011, the firm’s year-end totals were $107 MM in land sales, 79 transactions, and 22,771 acres sold. The company’s success rests in the expert knowledge of the 15 broker associates and agent land professionals

Summary - Coldwell Banker Commercial Awards

Dean Saunders, ALC, CCIM has earned the following awards for the sales year 2011 from Coldwell Banker Commercial:

·         #1 Sales Professional Global and North America (3^rd Time – 2011, 2010, 2008)

·         #1 Sales Professional in Florida

·         #1 Sales Professional in Land Category

·         #1 Sales Professional in Sales Category

·         Top 2% Sales Professional (2006-2011)

·         Circle of Distinction – Platinum

Coldwell Banker Commercial Saunders Real Estate Office has earned sales awards:

·         The Commercial Elite Office Award (#2 Office in Top 15 Globally) -2011, 2010, 2008, 2007, 2006

·         #1 Office in State of Florida

Florida’s Top Land Brokerage, CBC Saunders Real Estate Named to “America’s Best Brokerages” 2011 List

The “America’s Best Brokerages” 2011 list by The Land Report includes Coldwell BankerCommercial Saunders Real Estate of Lakeland, FL for the second year in a row, along with 73 land brokerage firms nationwide that represent the best from across America. In the Southeast’s 12-state region, CBC Saunders Real Estate was one of only 16 land brokers in the region selected for the list.

The $107 MM year-end for the firm was highlighted by the $24 MM transaction for the Fisheating Creek conservation easement, brokered by Dean Saunders, ALC, CCIM. The 14 seasoned land professionals, many with specialty credentials, cover the state of Florida and are authorities on Florida land of all types.

 Contributing to the firm’s sales for 2011 were million-dollar closers,Richard Dempsey, ALC; Ben Gibson; Jeff Cusson, CCIM; David Goodlett; Clay Taylor, ALC; and David Hitchcock, ALC.

Sold: Ocala Development Land Closes for $2.839 MM for 284 +/ Acres

The recent sale of entitled lots developmentland located in Ocala, Florida were handled by  Clay Taylor, ALC and David Hitchcock, ALC.  The 284 +/- acres along a vast I-75 frontage sold for $2,839,802 and includes 589 entitled lots. The property is part of the Heath Brook PUD/DRI, where phase IA and IB are completed with 213 finished lots. The 284 acres, which sold, are Phase II & III. The property is nestled among scenic neighboring horse farms and upscale single family developments.

For more information, contact 863-648-1528 or visit www.saundersrealestate.com.

Sold for $3.396 MM: Two Ocala Tracts by CBC Saunders Real Estate

The recent sale of sites 8 and 9 of an 11-property suite located in Ocala, Florida horse country brought $3,396,090.88.

One parcel is a 40 +/- acre upscale townhome development adjacent to Golden Ocala Golf & Equestrian Club, a premier Ocala location. The other is a 319 +/- acre agricultural or commercial property with a variety of uses and only three miles from the Ocala International Airport.

The parcels are a part of an 11-property set of tracts that are individually priced, in close proximity to each other, and are generally residential with some commercial uses. They are surrounded by the nationally-recognized, exclusive, and championship Golden Hills Golf & Turf Club, and the Golden Hills community itself.

The CBCSRE licensed real estate associates who handled the deal are Clay Taylor, ALC and David Hitchcock, ALC. 

The properties were co-brokered with Nick Nicholson of Coldwell Banker Commercial BENCHMARK, located in Jacksonville, Florida. The buyer was represented by Joan Pletcher of Joan Pletcher Realty located in Ocala.

Commercial Industrial Division of the Lakeland Association of Realtors® Event Sponsored by CBC Saunders Ralston Dantzler Realty

Dr. James Farrell, Assistant Professor, FSC

Dr. James Farrell, assistant professor of economics and finance at Florida Southern College was the key speaker at the February Commercial Industrial Division (CID) monthly meeting in Lakeland Florida. The CID is an arm of the Lakeland Association of Realtors® for member commercial Realtors®.

FOR SALE:  1006 Griffin Rd., Lakeland, FL

Coldwell Banker Commercial SAUNDERS RALSTON DANTZLER REALTY (CBCSRD), a sister company to Coldwell Banker Commercial Saunders Real Estate in Lakeland, FL, was the February luncheon meeting sponsor. “The lunch, speaker, and promotion of the event were sponsored by CBCSRD and the event experienced the largest attendance in several years,” said the 2012 Chairman of CID, Greg Smith, who is a sales associate with CBC Saunders Ralston Dantzler Realty, the sponsoring company.

To highlight one of CBCSRD’s premier listings, the luncheon was held at the former Watkins Motor Lines/FedEx building in north Lakeland. This campus served dual purpose as the event venue and as a listing preview and tour for attendees. 

 For more information on the CID Lakeland meetings, contact:

Greg Smith, 2012 CID Chairman

CBC Saunders Ralston Dantzler Realty

For more information in 1006 Griffin Road Corporate  Campus listing, contact:

Clay Taylor, ALC or David Hitchock, ALC

CBC Saunders Real Estate

7,200 SF Retail Lease Brings National Tenant to Winter Haven

National tenant, Pet Supermarket is single-handedly brought to Winter Haven, Florida by Realtor®, Darby Craddock. Darby is a sales associate with Coldwell Banker Commercial SAUNDERS RALSTON DANTZLER REALTY, a commercial real estate firm in Lakeland, FL – a sister company to CBC Saunders Real Estate land brokerage.

The 7,200 SF retail lease is the first Pet Supermarket store in Winter Haven and only the third store in Polk County.

As a member of the International Council of Shopping Centers (ICSC.org), Darby networked with Pet Supermarket officials, who mentioned their interest in the Winter Haven area. Her knowledge of the Winter Haven and east Polk County markets was instrumental in approaching the building owner on behalf of Pet Supermarket. The building was not on the market. Over time, she successfully negotiated the long-shot lead and the lease was finalized after many months of working to get both parties to a mutually agreeable contract.

For more information, contact Darby Craddock at 863-648-1528.

CBC Saunders Real Estate Announces Top Producers and 107.2 MM Closed Transactions for 2011

Coldwell Banker Commercial Saunders Real Estate looks forward to 2012 after announcing the year-end total gross dollar transactions for 2011, The $107.2 MM year-end gross dollars represent 79 transactions, of which 95% were land properties. A total of 22,771 acres were sold by CBCSRE real estate brokers and agents in 2011.

The top producing CBCSRE licensed real estate brokers and sales associates for 2011 are as follows:

Dean Saunders, ALC, CCIM             $49.148 MM

Richard Dempsey, ALC                     $  7.324 MM

Ben Gibson                                          $  7.135 MM

Jeff Cusson, CCIM                              $   5.748 MM

David Goodlett                                     $  4.400 MM

ClayTaylor, ALC and David Hitchock, ALC  $  8,106 MM

(Team)

For more information, contact our office at:

863-648-1528

www.SaundersRealEstate.com

Anil Merai Joins Coldwell Banker Commercial Saunders Ralston Dantzler Realty as Realtor® Sales Associate

Joining Coldwell Banker Commercial Saunders Ralston Dantzler Realty, LLC (CBCSRD) as Realtor®and sales associate is Anil Merai of Winter Haven, Florida. CBCSRD is a sister company to CBC Saunders Real Estate that specializes in commercial properties.

Anil's focus is in general commercial real estate, such as retail, gas stations, convenience stores, office, multifamily, and investment properties. He brings over 15 years of business management, sales, marketing, and finance experience to the company and has extensive experience in the banking and finance industry. In real estate, 

Anil has represented clients in the purchase, property valuation, and consultation of investment properties throughout the State of Florida. He obtained a Bachelor’s degree in Business Management and Economics from State University, Stony Brook, NY and earned a Masters of Business Administration degree in Corporate Finance from Dowling College, Oakdale, NY. He is a member Realtor® of the East Polk County Association of Realtors® (EPCAR), the Florida Realtors® (FAR), and the National Association of Realtors® (NAR). 

For more information, please visit srdcommercial.com.

Greg Smith Appointed as Chair of the Commercial & Industrial Division of the Lakeland Association of Realtors®

Greg Smith, Realtor® and sales associate with CBCSRE’s sister company, Coldwell Banker Commercial SAUNDERS RALSTON DANTZLER REALTY in Lakeland, FL, has recently been appointed chairman of the Lakeland Association ofRealtors® (LAR) CID group for the 2012 one-year term.  

The Commercial Industrial Division (CID) of LAR is a networking and business knowledge exchange based upon the expertise of commercial real estate professionals. The group includes business building and career-growth opportunities, such as monthly speakers, weekly pitch sessions, networking, and professional education.

Greg is the multi-family and mobile home specialist at Coldwell Banker Commercial Saunders Ralston Realty, LLC. He attended Central Florida Community College in business administration. After a successful 19-year automotive career in sales and finance, Greg cofounded ADJS Properties, LLC, a small commercial real estate investment company, where he is managing partner. He is currently a member of the Lakeland Association of Realtors®, Florida Realtors®, and the National Association of Realtors®. He is a member of the Lakeland Christina Rotary Club in Lakeland, Florida.

For more information, please visit SRDCommercial.com.