If I could give Matt a higher star rating I would! He was AWESOME to work with and went above and beyond to make me a homeowner. I am so grateful for the hard work he put in to making this deal happen. I would 1000% recommend him to anyone!

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Courtney Radosavich

Matt is one of the nicest people I have ever met , I live in NY , so doing everything that had to be done with this place would have been nearly impossible, he's smart funny and throughout this process has been in constant communication with me, even when we didn't see some things the same . He even was kind enough to help me when I didn't have the funds available... Thank you Matt I truly appreciate everything you've done for me. You truly made a friend

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Andrew Snyder

Matthew is extremely knowledgeable about the area and where we would love to build our home. There is a lot of realtors but finding the right one is the key in buying or selling and Matthew is the key you need!

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Doneen Hoffman

5 Stars – Above and Beyond!We are relocating from Long Island, NY to Lakewood Ranch, Florida, and we couldn’t have asked for a better real estate agent than Matt. From our first conversation to closing day, he was incredibly knowledgeable, responsive, and truly had our best interests at heart.One of the biggest surprises—and blessings—was discovering that Matt lives right across the street from our new home! As we were building from a distance, he consistently kept us in the loop with updates and photos, making the whole process feel a lot less stressful. This level of attention and communication was invaluable.Unfortunately, we ran into several unexpected challenges with our builder, but Matt never hesitated to go to bat for us. He was our advocate every step of the way, making sure our concerns were heard and issues were addressed. Throughout the process, he made us feel like we were his top priority, always quick to respond and never too busy to help.Thanks to Matt, we now have our dream home in Lakewood Ranch. We can't recommend him highly enough—if you’re looking for someone who truly cares, fights for you, and stays involved well beyond the sale, Matt is your guy.

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EmilyKate9

Matt was absolutely phenomenal from start to finish. He was patient, knowledgeable, and fiercely advocated for us every step of the way. His attention to detail, responsiveness, and professionalism made the entire home-buying process smooth and stress-free. We’re so grateful for his guidance and would trust him again in a heartbeat!

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Melissa Rentas

rom the moment I reached out to Matthew A. Clayton, I knew I was in expert hands. Right away, he listened closely to my goals, asked thoughtful questions, and tailored his strategy to fit exactly what I needed. His market knowledge of Sarasota—and particularly the hidden gems in our community was truly next-level. He walked me through every step with clarity and patience, never making me feel rushed or overwhelmed.Throughout the process, Matthew’s negotiation skills shone. He anticipated every potential obstacle before it even became an issue, and he crafted offers that were both compelling to sellers and protective of my interests. Thanks to his sharp insight, I walked away with a deal that far exceeded my expectations and all within my budget. He followed up relentlessly, kept me informed at every twist and turn, and celebrated the victories with genuine enthusiasm.What really sets Matthew apart is his blend of professionalism and personal touch. He’s super-smart, yes but also warm, approachable, and endlessly resourceful. Whether I had a late-night question or needed a last-minute showing, he was always there. I’ve already called him “the LEGEND of Sarasota real estate,” and it’s a title he’s earned a thousand times over. If you want someone who will fight for you, guide you with expertise, and make the entire journey feel seamless and even fun, look no further than Matthew A. Clayton. Highly, highly recommend!

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Seyf Altimimi

I have been in the real state industry for over 20 years. Matt is fantastic at his job. Matt is extremely knowledgeable, a great communicator and negotiator. Matt is extremely professional and I will recommend him to everyone I know that needs real estate assistance.

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triciajoseph94

Matthew was attentive to our needs and knows the market like the back of his hand. His focus is on customer satisfaction. It's not just about making a commission for Matthew.. He really enjoys what he does and works overtime to insure that you get what you want..He is helpful along each step of the purchase or sale of your home. He is genuinely a good guy and not just out for himself.

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jgisonna5

Matt was awesome to work with! This was a long process but he made it feel like it went by so fast! So knowledgeable felt more like working with a friend than a realtor!

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Anthony Marino

Matthew is a fantastic agent. Knowledge, Helpful and spends his time making sure All needs are met. He does not rush his time showing his clients as many homes needed to find the perfect fit. His expertise helped us tremendously find the perfect fit for our needs and family. He understands how important buying the right home is for future generations. Thank you, Matthew for all your help, insight & follow up to keep things moving until close of escrow. I highly recommend Matthew to anyone moving in the area. His expertise helped us find the right community with many to choose from. He treats all his clients with the same focus and attention no matter how much money your home is worth. Great contacts and even included introducing us to neighbors after sale of home. He understands the importance of family and the kids needs are met along with parents so that all will be happy. Kind and compassionate. He will not disappoint.

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user9111204

Absolutely amazing job! Doneen went absolutely above and beyond. She found my family and I the perfect home. She paid attention to every detail I asked for, from the perfect house with a pool to every amenity my kids could ever dream of. Multiple community pools, basket ball courts, splash pads, family oriented comunity and and most important a great school system! she has made me Dad of the year, my kids are so excited. Thank you Doneen!

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Raymond Burdick

Doneen did an outstanding job assisting us with the purchase of our new villa at Star Farms. Her deep expertise in the Lakewood Ranch market was instrumental in helping us secure the best possible price. She provided invaluable insights into the local geographic trends and future resale value, ensuring we made a sound investment. Doneen was incredibly involved throughout the entire process—from the initial search to the closing table. She is professional, responsive, and her regular check-ins kept everything on track. If you are looking for an agent who truly advocates for her clients and knows the market inside out, I highly recommend Doneen!"

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palexandergil

Doneen exemplified our reason for moving to Esplanade at Azario!She helped us every step of the way.She showed us many available options to make certain we had the right home for us. She has gone out of her way to help us flow seamlessly into the lifestyle here. Whenever we called with a question, she got right back to us with an answer. Great experience!

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suziep801

While visiting friends in Azario, we mentioned we would like to see what the larger homes looked like. They contacted Doneen Hoffman.That was very fortunate for my wife and I as she made herself available to assist us immediately. Doneen determined that we were looking for a larger home and made arrangements moments later to view 3 homes that were available. She pointed out the differences between the 3 and we all agreed on the one which was the best value for our needs. After a brief negotiation, a deal was struck. It’s been our past experience that most realtors disappear at this point, but that became the point that Doneen shifted gears to be sure we connected with the right service people and, more importantly, she made it her mission to get us involved in special events we had no knowledge of and began to introduce us to other couples to help us get off to a good start in the community. Whatever we needed, she made it a priority to assist us. I could go on about the multitude of of ways she, and her husband, have helped us after the sale…something we have not experienced before! We are indebted to Doneen for getting us started on the social side in our new community!

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jpasto63

Doneen is an excellent agent. I live in NH and started looking at communities around Greyhawk Landing / Lakewood Ranch months before coming to area in January. Doneen was very helpful in answering questions about communities. She even made a trip to Greyhawk Landing to send me better pictures of community gym. She took my wife and I to every home we had interest in. She had detailed notes on each home anticipating the questions. Every aspect of narrowing down choices, making offer thru closing went perfectly smooth with Doneen’s guidance! If you are in market to buy or sell a home and want a knowledgable and friendly agent on your side Doneen is the answer.

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moneyvester

Doneen made renting my place effortless—the perfect tenant, fast!Working with Doneen was an absolute pleasure right from our first conversation. She made me feel confident and took the time to understand exactly what I needed. She kept me updated at every step, and found the perfect tenant for my space in no time. Her warmth and genuine dedication turned what could have been a stressful process into an easy, enjoyable experience. Highly recommend!!

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drgsimor

Doneen is an absolute pleasure to work with! Her knowledge, understanding, connections and communication is fantastic! We reached out to her and immediately she sprang into action setting up appointments, addressing our questions & concerns and securing our dream home. We highly recommend and greatly appreciate all her hard work and dedication!

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zuser20150201050101780

Doneen did an excellent job every step of the way helping my wife and I purchase our first home in Parrish, FL. She went above and beyond every step of the way whether it was communicating with the builder, or making sure she was available to view homes with us. Since this was our first home we did not have much experience with home buying but Doneen made us feel comfortable throughout the process. I would definitely recommend working with her as she is not pushy and was patient with the both of us.

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Nicky Mirks

Doneen did an excellent job finding us a rental in the community where we wanted to live in and in our price change. She was able to negotiate for a shorter lease and a later starting day. She was knowledgeable about the community since she lives there and was able to tell us about all of the amenities. She helped us navigate the rental process smoothly. I would highly recommend her. Thank you!

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peppermint patty23

Doneen was terrific to work with. She found us the perfect rental for 8 months in Azario at Esplanade. She is extremely knowledgeable in her field and made everything seemless from start to finish. She had us involved with the landlord as well which was great to meet them and we had everything finished within just a few days of finding the perfect property for my husband and I. She went above and beyond to make sure everything was taken care of before we got here and stays in connect after to make sure evertjing is going well. I highly recommend you reaching out to her you will not be disappointed.

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