4343 S. Tamiami Trail · Venice Florida, 34293
Office: (941) 493 - 3359 · Fax: (941) 497-1134
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"All I can strive to be is the absolute best possible version of myself."
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ABOUT LAURA My name is Laura Kopple and I am the owner/broker of Laura B. Kopple, Inc., Realtors® in Venice, Florida. I am active in the local Board of Realtors having continually served on the education committee, as a Director for 3 years, as Vice-President/Secretary , as President Elect, and as President in 2007. Currently I chair the Data Services Committee at the Venice Area Board of Realtors ® , chair the Education Committee at My Florida Regional MLS and I am a director on the board at My Florida Regional MLS. Recently I completed courses to acquire my Resort & Second-Home Property Specialist (RSPS) designation and my Senior Real Estate Specialist (SRES) designation. I also hold the GRI designation, Graduate of Realtor Institute. I was born in Pittsburgh & am the oldest of 7 children. In 1973, Mom & Dad packed up the tribe & moved us to Ft.Lauderdale. No more “snowed-in” winters for us. After meeting my husband, Bob in Miami, I went to work for his title insurance company as a bookkeeper & closing agent. When the business was sold, I expanded my knowledge of the real estate industry by working as a rental agent for a commercial real estate broker and later, a closing coordinator for a large law firm before opening our own real estate office. In the early 80’s, we relocated to Venice, Florida, and opened our office, specializing in resort & second homes. That small two-man team has grown but we have not lost our ability to provide professional, personalized service to our growing client base. In addition to my real estate career, I am active in The Plantation Community Foundation & the Gulf Coast Community Foundation as a sponsor for fund raising events that benefit local organizations. I was also able to set up an endowment fund in my husband’s memory wherein the monies go directly to the Hospice organization. At home I enjoy what I call my own “Garden of Eden”, Glenaerie, which is nestled in a forest of live oak & cabbage palms. Registered as a natural backyard wildlife habitat, I emphasize xeriscaping in the design and the utilization of native landscape plants. In 2005, I added two German shepherd puppies to my family. Being a first time parent, I had no idea how much joy they could bring. This past year I rescued Annabelle from the shelter. She's a 30 pound mutt with a lot of attitude but happy to have a permanent home of her own. May your life be filled with love & laughter, today and ever after.
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The relationship between a home buyer or seller and their agent is based on trust, shared goals and understanding. I strive to continually improve and to do this I listen and take the needs and wants into consideration.
I'd love to hear from you!
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What is the #1 "Must Have" when you are looking for an Agent?
(A) Accessibility and Availability
(B) Professionalism
(C) An understanding of your needs
(D) Knowledge of the local market
(E) Professional Designations (CRS, ePRO, etc.)
(F) Minimum of 5 years of Experience
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