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Helping You Build Wealth Through Homeownership Along Florida’s Gulf Coast

We believe real estate is one of the most powerful tools for building long-term wealth, creating stability, and establishing opportunities for future generations. Our mission is to help buyers, sellers, and relocating families make confident real estate decisions throughout Sarasota and Manatee Counties through expert guidance, local market knowledge, and personalized service. A home is more than an address… a home is the foundation for the life, lifestyle, and legacy you aspire to create.

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LOCAL EXPERTISE. EXTRAORDINARY REPRESENTATION.

Meet Normalina Martin, Broker | Real Estate Consultant

With more than 20 years of real estate experience, Normalina Martin is the Broker/Owner of The Opulent Group, serving buyers, sellers, and relocating families throughout Sarasota and Manatee Counties.

Specializing in Lakewood Ranch, Sarasota, Bradenton, Venice, Longboat Key, Nokomis, and surrounding Gulf Coast communities, Normalina helps clients navigate every stage of the real estate journey with confidence, clarity, and strategic guidance.

Normalina believes real estate is more than a transaction - it is a foundation for lifestyle, financial growth, and long-term opportunity. Her commitment to personalized service, market expertise, and exceptional representation ensures every client receives the attention and advocacy they deserve.

Extraordinary Lives Deserve Extraordinary Representation.

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Market Experience. Measurable Results.

21+

Years of Experience

$5.8M+

Closed Sales Volume

$230K–$549K

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$322.8K

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Testimonials by Those We've Had the Privilege to Serve

I had a great experience working with Normalina Martin on a recent transaction where she represented the buyer and I represented the seller. She was professional, communicative, and easy to work with throughout the entire process. Her responsiveness and collaborative approach helped keep everything moving smoothly from start to finish. I would gladly work with her again and highly recommend her to anyone looking for a knowledgeable and dedicated real estate agent.
I had a great experience working with Normalina Martin on a recent transaction where she represented the buyer and I represented the seller. She was professional, communicative, and easy to work with throughout the entire process. Her responsiveness and collaborative approach helped keep everything moving smoothly from start to finish. I would gladly work with her again and highly recommend her to anyone looking for a knowledgeable and dedicated real estate agent.
Lindsay L.
Very professional and thorough during the entire transaction.
Very professional and thorough during the entire transaction.
Carlos S.
Amazing, insightful and professional.
Amazing, insightful and professional.
Dwayne L.
Normalina is an excellent realtor. She took the time needed to help us find the perfect home. She stayed on top of the seller and was straightforward, honest, communicative and helpful. I would recommend her to anyone looking for a professional agent to work with.
Normalina is an excellent realtor. She took the time needed to help us find the perfect home. She stayed on top of the seller and was straightforward, honest, communicative and helpful. I would recommend her to anyone looking for a professional agent to work with.
Darren G.
5 Stars! You found your realtor. I had the absolute pleasure of working with Normalina during my recent home-buying experience, and it quickly became clear that she is far more than just a realtor. From day one, Normalina was incredibly proactive, communicative, and informative. She went above and beyond to represent my best interests, standing up for me at every turn. She went beyond the role of a typical realtor, making me feel as though I had a genuine advocate on my side. I think she was just the kind of person I needed because she was so genuine and helpful throughout the whole home-buying process. One standout example of her dedication was when she not only negotiated a lower purchase price on my behalf but also secured extra accommodations from the seller after they unintentionally slighted me. Her vast knowledge and experience in the industry made the entire process smooth and stress-free. If you have the privilege of working with Normalina, you'll discover that she doesn't just hear what you say, she truly listens. She has a knack for understanding your true preferences. I am incredibly satisfied with my new home and wholeheartedly recommend Normalina of The Opulent Group!
5 Stars! You found your realtor. I had the absolute pleasure of working with Normalina during my recent home-buying experience, and it quickly became clear that she is far more than just a realtor. From day one, Normalina was incredibly proactive, communicative, and informative. She went above and beyond to represent my best interests, standing up for me at every turn. She went beyond the role of a typical realtor, making me feel as though I had a genuine advocate on my side. I think she was just the kind of person I needed because she was so genuine and helpful throughout the whole home-buying process. One standout example of her dedication was when she not only negotiated a lower purchase price on my behalf but also secured extra accommodations from the seller after they unintentionally slighted me. Her vast knowledge and experience in the industry made the entire process smooth and stress-free. If you have the privilege of working with Normalina, you'll discover that she doesn't just hear what you say, she truly listens. She has a knack for understanding your true preferences. I am incredibly satisfied with my new home and wholeheartedly recommend Normalina of The Opulent Group!
A. B.
We worked with Normalina when we were interested in buying a home. She was very knowledgeable about her industry and extremely professional in working with us. She really goes above and beyond to help her clients!
We worked with Normalina when we were interested in buying a home. She was very knowledgeable about her industry and extremely professional in working with us. She really goes above and beyond to help her clients!
Katy R.
Great to work with you, Normalina! See you on my next property for sale.
Great to work with you, Normalina! See you on my next property for sale.
Ziur Contracting
Great for me knowing Normalina. Diplomacy and courtesy as I never expected. I recommend Normalina to anyone looking for a home. A very knowledgeable realtor…
Great for me knowing Normalina. Diplomacy and courtesy as I never expected. I recommend Normalina to anyone looking for a home. A very knowledgeable realtor…
Louie S.
Normalina was amazing throughout and asked questions about notes I left on listings which really helped me figure out what exactly I was looking for. It's hard enough to find a new home, why do it alone? If you're looking for a full-service broker that knows the industry inside and out it doesn't get better than this.
Normalina was amazing throughout and asked questions about notes I left on listings which really helped me figure out what exactly I was looking for. It's hard enough to find a new home, why do it alone? If you're looking for a full-service broker that knows the industry inside and out it doesn't get better than this.
Evan A.
Normalina was a pleasure working with. She's very knowledgeable and made sure to explain everything to me. I had no doubts she had my best interest in mind. I would definitely recommend!
Normalina was a pleasure working with. She's very knowledgeable and made sure to explain everything to me. I had no doubts she had my best interest in mind. I would definitely recommend!
N. M.
Laurie was a true professional. We were looking for a place that would be convenient for work and school for my daughter. Laurie went above and beyond to help us find the right place and take us through each step to close without a hitch. I highly recommend Laurie and Normalina for all your home needs.
Laurie was a true professional. We were looking for a place that would be convenient for work and school for my daughter. Laurie went above and beyond to help us find the right place and take us through each step to close without a hitch. I highly recommend Laurie and Normalina for all your home needs.
Michele D.
I highly recommend Normalina's services as your realtor. She is highly professional in the industry and has a deep knowledge of the Central Florida housing markets.
I highly recommend Normalina's services as your realtor. She is highly professional in the industry and has a deep knowledge of the Central Florida housing markets.
Edwin V.
Highly recommended. In a sea of realtors, I can attest that Normalina is the one you want to work with. She assisted me with my first home purchase and will be selling another home for me soon. She is super patient and professional and knows the Central Florida area very well. Most importantly, she communicates with you no matter how busy she may be. 5 stars is just not enough stars to give. -Javier
Highly recommended. In a sea of realtors, I can attest that Normalina is the one you want to work with. She assisted me with my first home purchase and will be selling another home for me soon. She is super patient and professional and knows the Central Florida area very well. Most importantly, she communicates with you no matter how busy she may be. 5 stars is just not enough stars to give. -Javier
Jay
Normalina always sent great information on what is relevant in the current market and area of interest.
Normalina always sent great information on what is relevant in the current market and area of interest.
Laurie A.
Ms. Martin showed a great level of professionalism and a rapid response to my questions. The answers given were very detailed and clear. My experience with Normalina provided me the necessary information that helped me make critical decisions regarding my investment purchases. I highly recommend her. If you want as her slogan says "Extraordinary Representation," I suggest you give her a call. Al Mills - TPF
Ms. Martin showed a great level of professionalism and a rapid response to my questions. The answers given were very detailed and clear. My experience with Normalina provided me the necessary information that helped me make critical decisions regarding my investment purchases. I highly recommend her. If you want as her slogan says "Extraordinary Representation," I suggest you give her a call. Al Mills - TPF
High Rises LLC
I liked how Normalina kept us up to date throughout the whole process. She is very knowledgeable and informed me of everything. If you are looking for a house she is your lady!
I liked how Normalina kept us up to date throughout the whole process. She is very knowledgeable and informed me of everything. If you are looking for a house she is your lady!
Dallas H.
Normalina was absolutely amazing during the process of finding our home. My husband and I could not have been in better hands. She was so attentive, responsive, present every step of the way. She is so calm and eases anxiety throughout the process. I have already recommended her to my friends. I can't say enough amazing things about her. Thank you, Normalina, for everything.
Normalina was absolutely amazing during the process of finding our home. My husband and I could not have been in better hands. She was so attentive, responsive, present every step of the way. She is so calm and eases anxiety throughout the process. I have already recommended her to my friends. I can't say enough amazing things about her. Thank you, Normalina, for everything.
Dania H.
Normalina priced our house just right and sold it in 13 days and closed within another 30 days. More important was her time and determination to help our sale progress in a very timely manner. No doubt her ability to focus made us feel like a valued customer and this was an asset for us! Thank you, Normalina. We greatly appreciate your assistance because it helped us move with confidence plus it saved us money to be able to move out of town ahead of schedule! Best of luck!
Normalina priced our house just right and sold it in 13 days and closed within another 30 days. More important was her time and determination to help our sale progress in a very timely manner. No doubt her ability to focus made us feel like a valued customer and this was an asset for us! Thank you, Normalina. We greatly appreciate your assistance because it helped us move with confidence plus it saved us money to be able to move out of town ahead of schedule! Best of luck!
Sari
I just wanted to say, having Normalina as my agent during my house purchase was a real godsend. Not only was she very knowledgeable but extremely positive and loyal to me. Although I did make things difficult at times, she always found a way to get things done with grace and a warm smile. Anyone looking for a true professional realtor should look no further than Ms. Normalina Martin. Thank you so much for all your help and with my 2 house purchases. True professional. Looking forward to doing business with her again very soon.
I just wanted to say, having Normalina as my agent during my house purchase was a real godsend. Not only was she very knowledgeable but extremely positive and loyal to me. Although I did make things difficult at times, she always found a way to get things done with grace and a warm smile. Anyone looking for a true professional realtor should look no further than Ms. Normalina Martin. Thank you so much for all your help and with my 2 house purchases. True professional. Looking forward to doing business with her again very soon.
Ernie M.
Working with Normalina was awesome. We bought our house with her help in 2015 and then we sold our house in 2019 and bought another with her too. She will represent you to the max and really help you navigate both the selling and buying process. She always answers emails and is very accessible. We love her and cannot recommend her enough.
Working with Normalina was awesome. We bought our house with her help in 2015 and then we sold our house in 2019 and bought another with her too. She will represent you to the max and really help you navigate both the selling and buying process. She always answers emails and is very accessible. We love her and cannot recommend her enough.
Vanesa E.
My past experiences with Normalina as my real estate agent were tremendous. When I decided to look for my first significant property in the Orlando area, I was referred to her, and I am thankful that I followed through. Normalina was professional, knowledgeable, and responsive. It is not an overstatement to say that I would not have consummated the search without her as a partner. She was my eyes and ears to ensure that my property, new construction, was finished to the promises of the builder, and she single-handedly negotiated a superb final offer. Normalina took a very stressful scenario and took much of the burden on her back and off of me. I have, and will always, highly recommend Normalina as the real estate professional to work with on the buy or sell side.
My past experiences with Normalina as my real estate agent were tremendous. When I decided to look for my first significant property in the Orlando area, I was referred to her, and I am thankful that I followed through. Normalina was professional, knowledgeable, and responsive. It is not an overstatement to say that I would not have consummated the search without her as a partner. She was my eyes and ears to ensure that my property, new construction, was finished to the promises of the builder, and she single-handedly negotiated a superb final offer. Normalina took a very stressful scenario and took much of the burden on her back and off of me. I have, and will always, highly recommend Normalina as the real estate professional to work with on the buy or sell side.
Brian H.

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