Riverwood Realty
Your Riverwood Realty Team
941-743-9663
14580 S. Tamiami Trail, Unit #D
North Port, FL 34287
Anita Baltierra - Broker/Owner - 941-626-4720
What makes a real estate sales professional exceptional? For Anita Baltierra it is the ability to understand her clients’ needs and expectations, and then graciously exceed them. This philosophy, coupled with a keen understanding of the marketplace and great integrity are the fundamentals to Baltierras’ success in serving her clients.
Baltierra was born in Bloomington, Minnesota and relocated to Florida with her family in 1995. She has over 30 years of professional Sales,
Marketing and Management experience and holds a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Business Administration and Marketing. Baltierra’s hard work is consistent with her clients’ satisfaction, as well as toward the continued success of the company .
As a Florida resident for over sixteen years, and a recognized Five Star Realtor in customer satisfaction, Baltierra’s experience, and in-depth expertise of Riverwood real estate and the surrounding area developments is knowledgeable and professional. Every step of the way, Baltierra’s goal is to successfully assist her customers navigate the landscape of possibilities when making the important decision to buy or sell a real estate in Southwest Florida.
Gina Iacone - Broker Associate - 941-286-6952
Gina Iacone, founder of Riverwood Realty, has been in the real estate business since 1973. Her career began in the Philadelphia suburbs in sales and spanned many years there into management and then regional management of real estate companies serving the Tri-State Area of Pennsylvania, Delaware and New Jersey. In 2001, she and her husband Bill, purchased a home in Riverwood. By July of 2002, they moved to Riverwood full time and in April of 2003, she started Riverwood Realty and has been happily serving the real estate needs of this community since then.
In January of 2008, Gina brought in a partner, Anita Baltierra, to help run the business and as of January 2010, she resigned from the partnership to continue to list and sell, which she loves to do, but has more free time.
Gina is married to Bill Iacone and they have 2 children, Matt and Drew. Matt and his wife, Vanessa, live in West Chester, Pennsylvania and have 4 children. Drew and his wife, Cheryl, live in Collingswood, NJ and have a daughter.
The most important things to know about Riverwood, from Gina's perspective, is that it is a joy to be able to work and live in this wonderful community. Moving to Riverwood is more then living in a house. It is a lifestyle. There are a million things to do, it is beautiful and tropical, it is fun and the people are great! She LOVES living in Riverwood and LOVES helping others with their real estate needs in Riverwood.
Debbie Venezia - Agent - 941-268-1542
Debbie Venezia is pleased to be a member of the Riverwood Realty Team! Debbie and her husband, John, are blessed with two children and five grandchildren. They lived in St. Louis, Missouri where they owned Venezia Reporting and Video Services, Inc. John was a Court Reporter and Videographer and Debbie was the Office Manager and Bookkeeper.
They spent many years vacationing with family and friends in beautiful Boca Grande, Florida and as a result they made it their permanent residence in 2002. Debbie started her real estate career in Boca Grande while John opened a Massage Therapy Business. Debbie and her husband love living and working in Southwest Florida where the sun shines almost every day and they now have their home in the lovely community of Riverwood.
Greg Fabos - Agent - 941-740-4478
Greg Fabos has an extensive background in customer service and satisfaction.... earned by over 35 years in sales management, marketing, public relations and real estate sales. As a 9 year resident of Riverwood, Greg has participated in listing and closing multiple sales within the Port Charlotte area. Well known, and active on several committees within Riverwood, Greg has emceed the very popular Riverwood Olympics Riverwood's Got Talent and several other Riverwood social events. He is also active as a tennis player, and is a member of the Riverwood softball team.
Greg's career also includes Radio Station Ownership, and Advertising Agency Management, where he has directed successful marketing, advertising and fund raising campaigns for a major West Coast grocery store chain, several local auto dealers and special entertainment venues, as well as for the largest parish church in the State of Oregon.
A graduate of the University of Wisconsin, with a Marketing Major, Greg brings a very strong sales background to the service of his clients, who find him honest, friendly, respected, energetic and attentive to their needs. As Greg says, "My main objective is to treat each of my clients with the ultimate in professionalism, follow through, and understanding; as we work together to find the home of their dreams.
Jan Fanstill - Agent - 941-380-0341
Jan Fanstill has been visiting Southwest Florida since the mid 1970’s to visit family that had relocated to Punta Gorda. In 1987, Jan and her family relocated to the Tampa area and then in 1998 settled in Port Charlotte. Having been raised in the suburbs of Chicago, Jan has a deep appreciation for all that southwest Florida has to OFFER ALL YEAR! From boating, fishing, beaches, great sunsets, small town atmosphere but still close to the “big” cities of Ft Myers, Naples, Sarasota, Tampa, Miami, and Orlando. Just a short 3 hour drive to some of the biggest attractions and the #1 beach in the US! What more could anyone ask for in location and lifestyle?
Jan’s first career was as a food technologist, working in the Research and Development Departments of a candy manufacturer in the Chicago area and a small food company in Plant City, Florida. Jan made the decision to start a career change in 2000, first studying new construction for a year as a market researcher for a company that studied the trends of new construction before transitioning to new construction home sales with Centex at Riverwood in Port Charlotte, Fl. Jan worked for Centex selling new construction homes for 7 years. Jan enjoyed working with customers from the selection of their home and home site, structural options, and guiding them through the construction process to their move in date! As a natural progression, Jan decided to work in re-sales and new construction and after 2 years with Re/Max, the opportunity presented it’s self for Jan to join the team at Riverwood Realty.
Jan is excited to be able to offer her old and new customers more options from new construction to resale’s, specializing in Riverwood and various other locations in Southwest Florida which meet specific life style needs, such as, active adult, golfing, boating, beaches, and historic districts. Jan’s history and knowledge of the area compliments Jan’s real estate experience enabling her to design your home search or home marketing sales plan to meet your needs. Jan looks forward to assisting you with your real estate needs!
Anne Fowler - Agent - 941-661-1545
One of Riverwood's key selling points to outsiders is the warmth of its residents, residents like Anne Fowler. She offers singular commitment to clients' best interest and a deep-rooted understanding for what makes our community special.
Anne achieved distinction and a high level of professional service in the course of her real estate career along with her BA in English and French from Albertus Magnus College. Owner of a successful Wellesley Massachusetts real estate firm for nearly twenty years, she also served as President of the Greater Boston Real Estate Board Multiple Listing Service and attained two National Association of Realtor's designations: GRI, Graduate Realtors Institute and CRB, Certified Residential Broker Manager.
Anne and her husband Warren purchased their home in beautiful Riverwood in 1996, and moved here permanently in 2002, supposedly to retire. Within a year, she had joined Riverwood Real Estate--and has mothballed that rocking-chair ever since. You will benefit by her in-depth comprehension of this marketplace and special sensitivity to each client's specific circumstance.
Choosing someone with the experience, talent and dedication to see you through the entire process makes all the difference: Anne Fowler.
Mark Fanstill - Rental Coordinator - 941-380-0654
Mark Fanstill, Licensed Rental Coordinator, is the newest addition to the Riverwood Realty Team. Mark has over 30 years of experience in business management. Mark and his wife, Jan, operate the Café at Riverwood located in the activity center. His management expertise will be an asset to our Rental Department.
Mark’s family first came to Charlotte County in the mid 1970’s. He has witnessed tremendous growth in our area since then. A resident of Port Charlotte since 1998 and of Riverwood since 2010, Mark’s knowledge of the community and surrounding area is a benefit to our seasonal and annual tenants and owners.
Like many of our residents in Riverwood, Mark is a transplant. He was born and raised in the greater Chicago Area and is still a die-hard Chicago Sports fan. Mark attends First Alliance Church in Port Charlotte and enjoys volunteering in many functions at the church. Mark is a big supporter of local the music and arts. Charlotte County is a mecca for artists and musicians, just another great benefit living in Riverwood! So if you’re looking for an evening of great music, just ask Mark!