For over seven decades, SMITH REALTORS has been satisfying the vacation rental needs of Anna Maria Island visitors. We offer houses, duplexes, villas and condominium apartments, both waterfront, near-water or inland. We have many units of all types. Our large selection varies from island charmers with that rustic feeling to modern homes and resort condo showplaces.

Whatever your property's use, annual rental or seasonal rental, our property management team will give the same attention as needed.
 

Our goal is to obtain the highest return of the owner's investment through a high rate of occupancy through the year. This can be reached through aggressive advertising and good customer satisfaction. Our dynamic Marketing System is based on the use of efficient marketing tools such as

a constantly improved Web site,www.smithrealtors.comoffering an interactive approach with many details of the properties;

Advertizing and maintenance in others web sites such as realtors.com, Zillow.com. and many others;

A constantly improved network of worldwide travel and real estate agencies;
An ongoing traditional advertising in newspapers and magazines;

An attentive Guest Management that includes:

A hotel-style reservation system with automatic checking of the availability;

An automatic mail, fax or e-mail of reservation and confirmation;

A special warm check-in experience with welcome gift, information booklet on services available on the island plus discount coupons;

An ongoing support during their stay.

A good return of your investment can also be reached by offering premium residences to premium residents at premium prices. We counsel each owner to achieve effective property maintenance.Two types of contract prevail at Owners- SMITH REALTORS relationship:

With a Rental Contract Agreement Owners give SMITH REALTORS the right to secure a resident. SMITH REALTORS makes diligent effort to:

Lease the property,

Negotiate the lease in accordance with the rent schedule,

Make pre occupancy and post occupancy inspection of the premises,

Forward advanced rents and security deposits to the Owners.

With a Management Contract Agreement Owners give SMITH REALTORS the right to manage the property on their behalf. Per such contract SMITH REALTORS will make diligence to:

Provide all services as described in the Rental Contract Agreement,

Provide Owners with quotation for any necessary repairs and maintenance,

Follow up of the contractors assignments for maintenance and repairs works,

Follow up of the occupancy rate,

Hold any security deposit and advance rents,

Maintain records for expenses and receipts and remit the balance,

Maintain and provide monthly financial statements,

Collect and payment of the State and County taxes (seasonal)

Complete the Annual 1099 Statement.