Miami real estate agency acquires pair of Sarasota-Manatee firms

A Miami agency that bills itself as the largest independent real estate firm in Florida has expanded into the Sarasota-Bradenton market with the acquisition of two firms and the opening of a downtown office. Financial terms of the deal weren't disclosed. 

The Keyes Co. has acquired Signature Premier Properties Sarasota and Florida SunCoast Real Estate. It will operate out of an office at 1433 Main St.

“Signature Premier Properties Sarasota and Florida SunCoast Real Estate enable us to make an impactful debut in a pivotal market that continues to experience incredible growth and demand,” Keyes President Christina Pappas says in a statement. “Both firms share our commitment to personal, hands-on service and the belief that connection and community is at the heart of real estate.”