Sarasota · Manatee · Charlotte Counties
Your home transition,
handled with care.
I'm Kim Donahue — a REALTOR® with 30+ years of experience guiding buyers and sellers through life's most important real estate decisions. Methodical, transparent, and always on your side.
Who I Help
People at a turning point.
Decisions made with patience, not pressure.
Whether you're downsizing after decades in one home, retiring to Florida from out of state, or navigating a life change that demands more than a transaction — I manage the full transition from first conversation through closing day.
How I Help
From the first call
through closing day.
Downsizing & Right-Sizing
Ready to leave a home that's become too much? I coordinate pricing, preparation, decluttering, and the move itself — connecting you to trusted organizers, movers, and estate-sale professionals along the way.
Selling GuideRelocation to Florida
Moving from out of state? I provide personalized community-level guidance across Sarasota, Manatee, and Charlotte Counties — healthcare access, HOA rules, flood zones, insurance, and the everyday logistics of settling in.
Relocation GuideBuying a Home
From first-time buyers to luxury purchases, I listen first and advise second. I'll help you understand the market, evaluate communities, and find a home that fits how you actually want to live.
Buying GuidePreparing & Selling Your Home
A data-backed pricing strategy, professional preparation support, and coordinated marketing — I handle the details so you're not carrying them alone.
Selling GuideLuxury & High-End Homes
Properties from $300K to $5M across the Gulf Coast. I bring the same methodical, concierge-level approach whether the home is a waterfront estate or a downtown Sarasota condominium.
NeighborhoodsLife Transitions
Divorce, estate sales, health changes, the loss of a spouse — these are the moments that demand patience and discretion. I guide you through with care, at your pace.
How I Help
Where I Work
Sarasota, Manatee,
and Charlotte Counties.
Service Areas
Communities I know well.
"Kim stepped in not just as a Realtor, but as a trusted advocate and friend. She went above and beyond every step of the way — helping me pack, organize, downsize, sell and donate belongings, and coordinate everything for the move."
Neil MacDonald
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Credentials & Designations
From the Blog
Latest insights.
Signs It Might Be Time to Right-Size Your Home
How do you know when a home has become too much? Here are the real signals — not the clichés — that it might be time to think about your next move.
Read MoreWhat Retiring to Sarasota Is Really Like
Beyond the beaches and the weather — the practical day-to-day reality of living in Sarasota, Manatee, and Charlotte Counties as a retiree.
Read MoreWhat Selling a Home in Florida Actually Costs
A clear breakdown of the real costs of selling a home in Florida — commissions, closing costs, preparation, and the expenses most sellers don't anticipate.
Read MoreLet's Talk
I'm your realtor with a heart to serve.
Whether you're ready to make a move or just starting to think about it, I'm here to help you figure out what comes next — no pressure, no hype.