Marlene Katkins is located here in Fort Lauderdale. Locally owned and operated, Marlene brings exceptional personal service to each client, offering you professional realty services across the region. No other real estate team can get you the results you want while giving you the same high level of undivided attention throughout the entire process. Marlene Atkins stands out from other real estate brokers because of the value she places on her clients. Her ultimate priorities are empowering clients to make informed decisions, marketing your homes so you get the best price, and finding a home for you that you will totally love. She goes above and beyond to give you an outstanding, totally satisfying full-service real estate experience, including buying and selling your home. When you are a homeowner looking to make a move, it is important that your real estate broker listens to your needs and desires, but it’s also crucial that they know how to market your home. And if you’re looking for a new place to call home, she will find options that are in your price range and include everything you want, so you can choose where you want to put down your roots without giving up anything you’re looking for. Marlene guarantees that no one will give you the same level of attention and care as she can while providing a successful real estate transaction for you.

A real estate agent is vital for fully understanding the buying and selling process. A real estate agent is your partner throughout the entire transaction and will share their expert advice and knowledge with you so you can make informed decisions every step of the way. They will also act on your behalf during negotiations to ensure you get the best price. A real estate agent also has access to current and up-to-date real estate listings and information. This is particularly helpful when you are looking for a type of property that is highly sought after and could be bought before it reaches online listings.

I am a Galt Mile resident expert in Fort Lauderdale since 1984, after moving from New York. I have been a Realtor for the past 20 years specializing in Condominiums, Co-ops, and private Homes. Customer Service and Marketing are my specialties. I have been President of the Fort Lauderdale Chapter of Women's Council of Realtors, 2005 and 2006, past Treasurer of the Playa del Sol Condo Association, and Past President of Playa del Sol. In addition, I was Vice President and Board Member of the Fountainhead Condominium. With over 20 years of realty experience, I have a glowing list of credentials:

• Residential and Commercial Charitable Foundation Trustee - RAPB//GFLR
• Florida Realtors Director
• 2015 - Honoree - 100 Outstanding Women - Broward County
• AHWD - At Home with Diversity Certified
• e-Pro - Certified - Internet Professional
• SRES - Senior Real Estate Specialist -Certified
• CDPE - Certified Distressed Property Expert
• TRC - Transcontinental Real Estate Certified
• 2006-2008 - Director Greater Fort Lauderdale Realtors
• 2005-2007 President Women's Council of Realtors Fort Lauderdale Chapter
• President, Charitable Foundation of the Realtor Association of Greater Fort Lauderdale: January 2014 - present
• Board of Directors - Fountainhead: Director 2003 - 2005, January 2012 - present
• BPO Certified (Broker Price Opinion) NAR:  2011 - Present
• SFR (Short Sale Foreclosure NAR Certified):  2011 - Present
• Greater Ft Lauderdale Realtor Association Charitable Foundation Trustee: 2011 - Present
• Greater Ft Lauderdale Realtor Association RPAC Committee: 2011 - Present
• Board of Directors - Playa del Sol: President 2001 - 2002
• Board of Directors - Playa del Sol: Treasurer 1997 - 2001
• Ft. Lauderdale Board of Realtors: 1995 - Present
• Galt Mile Advisory Council: 1999 - Present