Testimonials

• We had lived in Clearwater for 5 years when we decided to initiate an active search to upgrade from a 2-bedroom condo to a 3 bedroom unit.  Knowing how rarely these are offered on Sand Key, we turned to Emil Veltre, as a specialist in both the luxury beach condo category and in the Sand Key area.   He understood our specific requirements - 3 bedrooms, square footage, and a high floor condo, with expected amenities. We knew his experience was what we needed to find our new dream home.

  After finding our new condo, it was time to sell our own unit. Emil’s keen eye directed the unit staging.  He hired a professional photographer with drone coverage and gave our home its own website. His hard work and expertise really paid off.  We had several offers and a signed contract within 24 hours of listing.   All of this was done with our minimum contact and all COVID safety protocols, leaving us feeling safe the entire time.

  Emil stayed in complete contact with us during every step of the way. He always answered every call, text, or email right away.  He provided weekly updates to all parties involved in both the sale of our unit and the purchase of our new home to ensure no details fell thru the cracks.  We were extremely pleased with his attention to detail and his professionalism. He did an excellent job at representing our interests in the best possible way. 

  We are more than happy to recommend Emil Veltre.  He is beyond a doubt the Ultimate Real Estate professional.
  -Sheralynn and Kevin Poster

• My significant other and I spent over a year looking for a new home… during a pandemic and in a sellers’ market. We worked with a couple different agents until we found Emil. Emil gave us the personal, prompt attention we needed. Every single time I texted Emil about a property, he was right there with great research and options for viewing property. We saw every property we wanted to see and Emil ALWAYS did ample research on every property and showed up with printed information, comparables, and a pen & clipboard (it seems like a small thing, but really it is HUGE). We put in multiple offers before we found our forever home, and through it all, Emil never let us get discouraged. When it came time to move forward with our forever home, Emil helped us secure inspectors, insurance brokers, etc. Emil worked hand in hand with our mortgage broker (someone he previously did not know) and with the title company chosen by the seller. Emil kept us on track and sent us little reminders during that SUPER STRESSFUL time between accepted offer and closing. Emil was there at closing and even followed up afterward to make sure we had everything we needed. Trust me when I tell you, my hubby and I are needy clients and made a lot of demands on Emil and on Emil’s time. He always made us feel like we were his only clients. He responded quickly to texts, emails, and calls. Additionally, during this pandemic, Emil did everything to make us feel safe (mask, cleaner, etc.). I am so glad that we found Emil. He is such a gem. I am beyond grateful to have Emil as part of the memories we created finding our forever home.
  -Kelly and Brian

• Fantastic Experience! Emil is the real estate agent that you want guiding you through the home buying process. We were expecting a baby and lived in Virginia while house hunting, which would have been an extremely stressful experience if we didn't have Emil to coach and guide us. Emil’s goal is not to make a sale but to ensure that you find a home. He started by getting to know us and our situation to best advocate and represent our desires and interests while searching for a home. We visited the area once in person, and Emil did a great job of maximizing our time there by helping us find the neighborhood that best fit our wants and needs and helping us determine exactly what we wanted in a home. After our visit, our ability to travel was limited and we had to rely on Emil to video chat us during walkthroughs of houses, and the eventual inspection of the home that we are purchasing. Emil reviewed all the details in the homes to ensure that everything, good or bad, was brought to our attention. His experience in the area enables him to connect us with other vendors (inspector, mortgage broker, home insurance, etc) who have all been extremely professional and have exceeded our expectations. This was by far the greatest advantage to a couple trying to navigate the home buying process from long distance. We can’t say enough about his professionalism, expertise, thoroughness, and personability. If you want to have an amazing home buying experience Emil Veltre is the man you want in your corner!
  -Sarah and Stephen Graham

• True vision is a rare quality. When combined with a tenacious heart it becomes an unbeatable force. Emil combines that rare quality of both. He can see each situation on an individual basis and he responds accordingly. Real estate is an emotional business and whatever the circumstances he rallies to your needs and represents them with a vigilance that is rare within the industry. Simply put, whether you're buying, selling, renting or just simply looking call Emil. He loves what he does, so it isn't work to him. Expose yourself to someone that Really cares ... I know you may have thought it doesn't exist, but it does.
  -Milt Harris

• If you are looking for a real estate professional that not only knows his market facts, takes a genuine interest in his clients, has a strong work ethic, is extremely organized and has outstanding listening skills, I recommend Emil Veltre. We began our journey to find a beach condo in the Clearwater/St. Pete area about a year ago when Emil first began investing his time showing us properties.  After several days of looking, we decided to tap the breaks and not further pursue, but through his selective connectivity with us over the months ahead, we decided to reenter. Emil was instrumental in helping us find our own little “slice of paradise” that we look forward to sharing with our family and friends for many years to come.  If you are in the market in pursuing a true real estate professional, look no further and give Emil a call. In the end, I am very confident you will be glad you did and once your journey is over, you too will be compelled to send a similar short note of support for this man that truly made our real estate shopping experience productive and enjoyable.  Thanks Emil!! 
  -Joe and Elaina Fontana

• Having Emil Veltre as our Realtor and represent us has been a wonderful experience. We purchased a property while residing in another country and Emil was a fantastic support system, helping out at every turn and supporting the entire process.  We both feel we have made a friend who cares not only about our business concerns but us as people.  Thank you for your professionalism and dedication in helping us make this an easy and pleasurable experience.
  -Dave and Peg Newton

• Following a couple stays in Pinellas County, we decided early 2016 to buy a house for our holiday and our retirement. After months of fruitless search we were connected with Emil Veltre, and it changed our research.  Emil quickly connected us to his search engine  and had our local contact visit homes that met our criteria of location, size and price. As soon as we spotted what would become our future home, Emil was very present and very active to convert the dream into reality. He took the lead in drafting our offer, to negotiate with the seller and arrange or advise us in all the steps that we had to perform. All transactions, from the submission of our offer, the inspections and the final closure happened within one month. Even when he had to authenticate our signatures in France for a final document in English, Emil found the solution to have it done by a French notary (to remember for French buyers and it's free).  In conclusion, we have been very fortunate to be able to entrust our project to Emil and we can only advise you to do the same. Besides being a very nice person, he is an excellent real estate professional in the Tampa Bay and Clearwater Beach areas.
  -Henri Hebting

• Emil just helped me sell my condo on Sand Key. Through the whole process he treated me and my unit as though it was a million dollar estate! He took care of every detail, protected my interests and made the transaction incredibly easy! Emil demonstrates his value in every way. I cannot recommend him highly enough!
  -D Buchanan

• Emil was extremely helpful in assisting our relocation to the Tampa/Clearwater area. I had used Zillow to locate homes for sale in a particular area. Emil provided additional listings based on his knowledge of the area. After going to look at a house I had found on Zillow, Emil suggested I look at a house for sale directly across the street. I loved it and we ended up buying it! When I asked Emil why that house did not show up for me, it was because the house cost less than the low end of my search. It was a great buy at a great price. Emil was very helpful and I recommend him to anyone looking to buy in the Clearwater area.
  -Brian Conlon

• First time home buyers here! Obviously we had a lot of questions and it took some time to figure out what exactly we wanted. Emil was very patient and helpful with us during the whole process. His opening questionnaire helped my Fiance and I start the conversation on what would be most important in our first home and he had no problem creating multiple searches for us and setting up appointments across the Tampa market before we narrowed down on our preferred neighborhood and must-haves. When we found the right home, he was very efficient in getting everything done and made sure we understood each step. We are excited to start the next chapter in our home and very appreciative to Emil!
  -L Connors

• Emil was a gift from the beginning! He will represent YOU like no other! I have gotten the very best service (at a very LOW pricepoint) from this wonderful person. He put me FIRST. No questions. I would trust him with the highest end properties, or, with helping find a modest home for a newborn single...LIST your property with him! He will find the BEST match for your needs!
  -Missy Ehrlich

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