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Brian Wacnik, The Sarasota Real Estate Guy

REALTOR® with Coldwell Banker Realty · 100+ transactions · U.S. Air Force Veteran

Wellen Park, Sarasota, and Venice

★★★★★ 90+ Google reviews

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Meet Brian Wacnik, The Sarasota Real Estate Guy · September 2026

I grew up in a suburb of Chicago and right here in Sarasota, so I bring a blend of Midwest work ethic and Gulf Coast lifestyle to everything I do. I'm a proud graduate of both BOLD and Ninja Sales training, making me the original Bold Ninja when it comes to negotiation, communication, and client care.

My Four Rules for Business

These guide every interaction:

Legal
Ethical
Moral
We have to like each other

If we've got all four, we're in business. Literally.

Recognition and education

I've been recognized as a Top 5% real estate agent nationwide, I'm a 2027 Five Star Real Estate Agent, and I've earned multiple industry awards along the way. I studied public relations, marketing, and advertising at Purdue University in West Lafayette, Indiana. Boiler Up!

Local roots, local results

Having lived in Sarasota for many years and now in Venice for the last 10, just outside Wellen Park, I bring a deep feel for how the region lives, works, and grows. In about 8 years as a buyer's and seller's agent with Coldwell Banker Realty, I've closed more than 100 transactions from Sarasota to Punta Gorda, including Lakewood Ranch. Wellen Park is home base for me, including Grand Palm, Wellen Park Golf and Country Club, and Brightmore.

Service before sales: U.S. Air Force Veteran

Before real estate, I served proudly in the U.S. Air Force with deployments to Iraq and Afghanistan during Operation Enduring Freedom. I was honored with the Joint Accommodation Medal and the USAF Achievement Medal.

Life outside of real estate

When I'm not helping clients find their slice of paradise, I'm spending time with my son Johnny, usually at our favorite spot, Siesta Key Beach. Around here, if you don't have sand on your feet by the end of the day, you probably messed up.

Featured in Voyage Tampa: Life & Work with Brian Wacnik of Sarasota

What clients say on Google

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"We honestly couldn't have asked for a better realtor! Brian helped us buy in Florida while we lived in Kansas, navigated every lender bump before it became a problem, and found us the perfect home under budget. He genuinely cares — by the end he felt like a trusted friend."

— Jessica Jones

"I had the pleasure of working with Brian while selling my home. From the start, he showed an impressive understanding of the local market and provided expert guidance throughout the entire process. Brian was always available to answer my questions, offered great insights on staging and pricing, and brought a blend of professionalism and a personal touch to the experience. He is honest, fair, and a heck of a nice guy. If you're buying or selling a house I highly recommend utilizing his expertise, he gets the job done!"

— Joel Krane

"Working with Brian Wacnik was a fantastic experience. He was communicative, professional, and truly committed to helping his buyers achieve their goals. His attention to detail and positive attitude made the transaction smooth and enjoyable from start to finish. As a fellow Realtor, I greatly appreciate agents who work collaboratively and keep everyone informed throughout the process, and Brian did exactly that. I look forward to working with him again in the future."

— Nicole Dwornik

"Brian loves being in the real estate business, and it shows every time you interact with him. My wife emailed and spoke with Brian several times about purchasing a vacation home in Florida. We finally made the trip and through Brian's efforts and contacts we spent a half day seeing many homes which were nice, but not perfect for us. The next day, after getting to know us better, we visited another impressive development, went through 6 models and fell in love with the development. Brian negotiated a nice deal for us and we had found our dream vacation home. I am not sure that we would have purchased a home on this trip without Brian's efforts."

— Tommy Gray

"Brian was absolutely amazing to work with! Moving across state lines could have been overwhelming, but he made the entire process so much easier. He was incredibly patient, knowledgeable, and consistently went above and beyond to make sure everything went smoothly. We always felt like he had our best interests at heart. I highly recommend Brian to anyone looking for a realtor who truly cares about his clients!"

— Meredith

"Brian is one of the sharpest, most dedicated real estate professionals I've ever met. His knowledge of the Sarasota and Venice markets is unmatched, and his commitment to his clients is on another level. He communicates clearly, works fast, and always delivers way above expectations. If you want an agent who actually cares, knows the business inside and out, and fights for your best outcome, Brian is the one you want in your corner. Highly recommend."

— Michelle Earley

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