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TheAddy Wittig Team

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In the world of luxury real estate, you should not only expect great results but also a seamless buying and selling experience. We believe that purchasing or selling a home should be free from any unnecessary hassle. At The Addy Wittig Team, our goal is to make your journey in real estate successful and one that you'll enjoy.

Our mission is to deliver strategic real estate advice, luxury service, and outstanding results. Each transaction is handled with the utmost care and attention to detail, so you can focus on your big-picture real estate goals. Being one of the consistently top-performing real estate teams in the Sarasota, FL area, you can count on us to provide the highest quality of support.

The Addy Wittig Team is a group of dedicated and experienced real estate agents within Michael Saunders & Company who specialize in waterfront properties in Sarasota and Manatee Counties. With over four decades of combined experience, we are your go-to Realtors when buying or selling a home on Longboat Key and the coastal areas of Sarasota.

Our reputation is built on trust, word-of-mouth referrals, and a dedication to luxury service. The combination of global marketing and strategic partnerships connect us with qualified buyers and sellers worldwide. By leveraging these connections, the Addy Wittig team continues to be the #1 Longboat Key Real estate team of Realtors within Michael Saunders & Company 14 years and counting.

Meet the Team

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We are led by a mother and son duo who have spent most of their lives by the water. Gail Wittig is a lifelong Sarasota resident and has decades of real estate experience under her belt. Ian Addy is a second-generation Realtor and Sarasota native who brings in-depth sales, financial, and analytical expertise to the table.

Armed with intimate local knowledge and cutting-edge expertise, we guide our customers through their wish list and the numerous offerings (both on and off-market) to help them secure their tailored waterfront paradise. That’s the reason countless clients have placed their trust in us for well over four decades as top Realtors on Longboat Key and coastal Sarasota.

We take pride that over 85% of our business is with repeat and referral customers. It is a testament to our thoughtful approach to real estate and our commitment to making a difference in one of the biggest financial transactions you can make. Our personal service and real estate representation are the best in the business.

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The Addy Wittig Team advantage:Boutique-style luxury service

Ian Addy and Gail Wittig make it a point to have their presence felt in every phase of the transaction. From the initial consultation to every home showing and final negotiation, we offer undivided attention and a personal touch. When working with our esteemed clients, we prioritize quality over quantity. In other words, we measure success — not based on volume — but based on our ability to be truly effective in representing your interests.

What else can youExpect from our team?

  • Unparalleled understanding of Sarasota real estate. From downtown Sarasota to Siesta Key and Longboat Key, we are seasoned local Realtors who know these communities intrinsically.
  • You are our top priority.We take the time to understand your unique vision for success in your real estate journey. While we provide professional advice and data-driven insights to guide the transaction to a successful conclusion, you ultimately have the final say.
  • Honest and trustworthy feedback.There’s no room for sugarcoating and confusion. We exercise honesty and integrity in everything we do. By being able to discuss situations in a logical and clear manner, the team has had vast success in reaching desired outcomes.
  • Confident and prepared. The superior valuation research performed by the Addy Wittig Team at the onset of each transaction allows clients to enter the negotiation process confidently and armed with objective market data and expert analysis.
  • Leaving no stone unturned in complex transactions. Real estate can get tricky, especially when it involves multiple property owners. We have the know-how and breadth of experience to guide you through a potentially intricate process, while continually protecting your interests.
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See what clients have to say
about the Addy Wittig Team

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“We had the privilege of having Gail Wittig and Ian Addy guiding us on the sale of our property. We trust, respect and enjoy both Gail and Ian. They are exceptional people to work with and have been so helpful to us numerous times. We would not use anyone else. ”

– Houston & Betty, Emerald Pointe Bay Isles
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“Ian and his team were exceptional! As an estate lawyer I have dealt with realtors for over 30 years and Ian’s assistance with selling my personal home was the best experience I have ever had with a realtor! We were simply wowed with his professionalism , work ethic and kindness!!”

– Angela & David, Conrad Beach
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“Ian, Gail and Heather were an outstanding team from our first contact through, and after, closing. We continue to communicate as needed as little follow through items come up. This has been our best real estate agent/agency experience ever. And this was a complex transaction, especially given the many new variables that continue to add to the work of a real estate professional. Ian's knowledge of the local market is truly outstanding in detail and depth. I highly recommend them and especia...”

– Paul & Gwen, Beachplace
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“We wanted to send a note to thank you immensely for the amazing job your team did selling our condo at Westchester! Not only did our condo sell for WAY more than the other 5 units that sold in 2020, but it sold faster than all of these units as well! -Your advice was invaluable throughout the process (e.g., regarding how to prepare for sale, how to price). You two make an amazing team and pair extremely well to ensure your clients get lots of attention and quick responses. Additionally, Ia...”

– Emily & Corinna, Westchester
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“The Addy Wittig Team was a recommendation from a friend of mine so I had fairly high hopes heading into the process, but am happy to report they exceeded even my highest expectations. I worked primarily with Gail and Barbara who were both very knowledgeable of the area and very patient with my many questions. I am not from the area and their knowledge proved invaluable in getting what my family wanted. I tend to be very detailed and had many questions that I needed to be answered and never once ...”

– Jonathan, Lido Shores
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“After an unsuccessful experience with a previous broker, I asked Gail and Ian to take a look at the property and advise me how to proceed. They arrived with a professional stager, who made a series of recommendations for staging the property in a way that would make it more inviting to the average buyer. After I completed those changes, Gail brought in an excellent photographer to take all new photos, and used those photos to create the MLS presentation and other excellent marketing pieces. With...”

– Roz, Water Club
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“Working with Gail Wittig, Barbara Milian and Ian Addy was the best experience we’ve ever had with a realty team. We put our Grand Bay condo on the market expecting that it would take at least six months to sell and to our surprise, it sold in six weeks. They were extremely professional and gave excellent advice and as long as we have a property in the Sarasota area, we will use the Addy Wittig Team with Michael Saunders & Company.”

– Diane & Michael, Grand Bay
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“Rich and I want to thank you for everything you’ve done in conjunction with the Grand Bay to Harbor Gate transition. As always working with you is not doing business – it’s a pleasure!”

– Richard & Janice, Bay Isles Harbor Section
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“Steve and I wanted to thank you for all of your patience and creativity, focus, experience, and expertise through our purchase and subsequent sale in Queens Harbour. Looking forward to our continued relationship!”

– Lynn & Steve, Queens Harbour
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“Jon and I want to thank you for all you did to make our move such an easy transaction. We appreciate all of the phone calls you made, the leg work that you did, and the wonderfully arranged binder. We look forward to many years to enjoying our fabulous new home.”

– Jon & Donna, Lido Shores & La Bellasara
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“Gail’s successful career in real estate is due, in part, to the air of calm competence, she brings to transactions. During the past five years, we have always been impressed with her professionalism and market knowledge of the greater Sarasota area. Because of our confidence in Gail, we have and will continue to enthusiastically recommend her team to friends and family.”

– Roger & Elaine, Positano
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“Friends of ours had previously purchased homes in the Sarasota area and were very pleased with the help they received through Michael Saunders. Gail Wittig and Ian Addy were recommended to us when we decided to look for a home on Siesta Key. As we reside in Europe, communication began over the Internet. We sent Gail an idea of what we were looking for and whereas this was our first home purchase in Florida, we had many questions. Gail responded immediately with links to homes that fit our descri...”

– Barbara & Per, Siesta Key
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“Again your team made this purchase nice and easy. We did our homework and you found us what we liked.”

– Michael & Jane, The Promenade
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“With all the things you and your team are able to accomplish, we were a little surprised that you could not arrange for Northwestern to win the Outback Bowl. But it was a great game, anyway! We were just as pleased with our new place as when we first saw it, and we look forward to many happy times spent on Longboat Key.”

– Tom & Cheryl, The Pierre
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“I can tell you that the service provided by Gail Wittig was by no means simply “a matter of form”. We have now had the pleasure of Gail providing us with her extraordinary service on three separate transactions.”

– Mark & Gail, Grand Bay
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“They truly are a team, from back office to the front line. Always kept us informed, continuously gave feedback, and most professional. We highly recommend them!”

– Roger & Maggie, Country Club Shores
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“Gail and Ian were professional, persistent, and pleasant to work with throughout the process of advising us with regard to the sale of our condo during a difficult economic time. They were very well-connected in the community and kept us fully informed about the status of our property. They helped us understand the realities of the market so that we could make informed decisions. With the help of terrific support staff, the sale went smoothly and they assisted us in the move into our new place....”

– Gar & Migsie, Sanctuary
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“It has been such a pleasure to meet and work with all of you. You’ve helped us find and settle in a perfect home.”

– Peter & Shirley, University Park
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“It was our pleasure to work with Gail, Ian and Barbara on the sale of our condo in Longboat Key Club and the purchase of a new condo at Beachplace. Since we live in Indiana, having a local expert and advocate was essential. Their entire team is extremely professional. Their attention to detail is exceptional. They went above and beyond the call of duty on both transactions. They packed our owner's closet at our old unit, and coordinated repairs, walk-throughs, etc. on the new unit, among ot...”

– David, Beachplace & The Resort at Longboat Key Club
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“Gail and her team were and still are fantastic. No doubt without Gail’s continued help, the transaction would not have been achieved. I would always contact Gail first if we were to purchase any further USA property.”

– John, The Resort at Longboat Key Club
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Our partnership withMichael Saunders & Company

We are proud to be part of Michael Saunders & Company, the top brokerage in the counties of Sarasota and Manatee dominating the market share for luxury sales. Within Michael Saunders & Company, our team has consistently been the Top Sales Team on Longboat Key. In 2023, we were once again the Top Real Estate Team with over $78 million in total sales. However, we measure our success based on each individual sale with one clear goal — to obtain the best possible sale price for your property with a seamless experience.

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OurCommitment to you

When navigating the waters of Longboat Key real estate, the guidance of local Realtors can be invaluable. The Addy Wittig Team will help guide you towards buying and selling decisions that maximize your return on investment.

When the time comes to buy or sell, we bring our experience to work for you along with the attentive service we provide to all of our clients — that special one-on-one connection that makes selling your home more of a relationship than just a business transaction. Our reputation for sincerity and honesty is one of the most relevant elements to our success and crucial for our ongoing satisfied customers.

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