Recommendation for some real estate agents and owners selling their properties

Since our blog currently has almost 100 articles that come out on the first page of Google (in the first 10) and over 450 articles in total, over 9000 images on the blog and we have been in existence since 2020, and I have been dealing with islands since 2018, and along the way we have a communities of over 20.8 thousand members, so far I have come in contact over the years with many real estate agents, and island owners themselves who sells islands and beachfront properties. https://tropicalislands.net/about-us/

I worked closely with some of them in writing the posts. And as always, I wrote from educational and commentary purposes, for free, never earned money out of this. Here is the list I created of sites that sells islands https://tropicalislands.net/list-of-websites-for-sale-private-islands/

Here I chose the 15 agents and owners according to my recommendation (two of them I contacted myself recently, first time in years):

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Name: Alfredo F Ayme
Country: Florida, USA
Offers assets in: South Florida
Website: https://alfredoayme.onestopre.net/

My notice: Alfredo F Ayme is a professional real estate agent with over 30 years of experience, that worked on Wall Street and is working over 13 years in Miami. He is owner of our close Allied and strategic partner ,,Private Islands for Sale” Facebook group where I am administrator. He was involved with islands sale as well. Currently he is working for One Stop Realty where he has over 36000 various listings in Florida, mostly in Miami! And they range price from less than 100 000$ up to tens of millions $, very luxury assets. He is communicative and I highly recommend him for business. I know him for years and we work in the group closely.

His information: ,, I’ve been a lifelong resident of South Florida and a proud REALTOR® since 2012. Honestly, I couldn’t imagine living anywhere else. South Florida offers an unbeatable lifestyle — from its vibrant communities and sunny climate to its stunning beaches, top sports teams, world-class museums, and year-round music, art, and cultural events. With premier shopping, major art festivals, and countless other experiences that enrich everyday life, living here is truly a joy.

I feel fortunate to have grown up in this remarkable region and even more blessed to raise my children here. Over the years, I’ve built a rewarding career in real estate — gaining valuable insights, forging lasting relationships, and earning the respect of my peers. Today, I’m proud to be part of one of the most dynamic and forward-thinking real estate teams in the industry: One Stop Realty. ”

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Name: Amin Bensalem
Country:  Poland, Belize
Offers assets in: Belize
Website: https://islandsbelizesale.com/

My notice: Amin Bensalem is our well known member from our communities. He is the owner of Islands Belize Sale company. He is a real estate agent that is very active, posting islands and beachfront frequently and is very communicative. We speak almost daily often, and worked together on some posts such as this https://tropicalislands.net/south-saddle-caye/ and this https://tropicalislands.net/king-leweys-island/ and this is his interview https://tropicalislands.net/amin-bensalem-interview/ for our communities. I highly recommend him.

His information: ,,As a luxury real estate specialist, I bring years of expertise and a commitment to honesty and integrity to every transaction. I work tirelessly to help my clients achieve their goals and build long-term relationships based on trust and exceptional service.
Acting is my passion, my experience gained in Netflix and HBO productions helps me quickly adapt to the client’s needs.
Let me guide you through the process of buying or selling your luxury property with confidence and ease.”

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Name: Augusto Berrio
Country:  Panama
Offers assets in: Across Panama
Website: FB https://www.facebook.com/augusto.berrio.16 Instagram https://www.instagram.com/gj_terrenos/

My notice: This is the only agent that I never seen him because he put his company’s picture instead of his, but I know him for years and we talk often, almost daily sometimes, he is very communicative and has good knowledge of Panama. he used to offer few islands and beachfront, including the most expensive he has La Corocita Island https://tropicalislands.net/la-corocita-island/ 595 ha, 35 million$. This is his interview for our communities https://tropicalislands.net/augusto-berrio-interview/

His information: ,,My best friend and I founded this company, we are 2 enterprising people who want to get ahead in the real estate world, we know that it is not easy, but it is not impossible either. We are working very hard to bring investors to Panama. It is a country with many benefits and we want investors to know it.”

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Name: Peter Griffith
Country:  Florida, USA
Offers assets in: Florida and Grenada
Website: https://www.petergriffithrealtor.com/

My notice: I met Peter Griffith as he joined our group and offered Caille Island. Then we got along and I worked with him to create this post about the island https://tropicalislands.net/caille-island/ and here is his interview https://tropicalislands.net/peter-griffith-interview/ for our communities.  He is also communicative and I would recommend him.

His information: ,,With his expertise as a REALTOR® at Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Florida Network Realty, Peter helps make the buying, selling, and real estate investing experience pleasant for every person and family entrusting him with their unique needs. As a local and international specialist, he is always focused on delivering and pursuing new ways to create high value for his clients. Peter offers everything from conducting in-depth market research to determining the best marketing, pricing, and negotiation strategies, to providing full closing support. His Executive MBA, MS in Organizational Management, and background in multifamily commercial real estate, executive leadership, marketing, and public relations make him a very resourceful and dedicated real estate advisor. When he is not working, Peter enjoys nature trails, beach walks, and weekend road trips with his family.”

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Name: Jeffrey Sherman
Country:  USA and Panama
Offers assets in: Pacific region of Panama
Website: https://pataroproperties.com

My notice: Jeff Sherman is both owner of the island and has real estate agency, so he has combination of experience. I had an opportunity to talk to him and we exchanges almost 20 mails regarding his Corozal Island https://tropicalislands.net/corozal-island/ that is one sale, it is a good post with a lot of exclusive information for me. He also has other properties on sale in his Pataro properties. He is extremely communicative via mails and I recommend him.

His information: ,,We are real estate experts with over 30 years of experience in the market. Pataro Properties offers personalized services for buying and selling properties, as well as land subdivision. Our market knowledge guarantees successful investments and satisfied clients.
Jeff Sherman
Pataro Properties
+507 6400 4518
+1 786 868 4257″

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Name:  Flavia and Mauro Bersani
Country: France and Nicaragua
Offers assets in: Nicaragua
Website: https://www.zopangoisland.com/

My notice: Zopango Island is on sale for few years ago in Lake Nicaragua. The current owners that run resort there and sell it are Bersani family. I talked a lot with Mauro and his daughter Flavia Bersani. They also created Nicaragua Dulce Ecotourism that operate tours towards or around island that operate for years. In cooperation with them I created a large blogpost about Zopango Island https://tropicalislands.net/zopango-island/ and they are responsible and communicative.

Their information: ,,Zopango Island, member of The International Ecotourism Society and also Tourism Excellence awarded, has been open to a selected & responsible tourism since 2008. Zopango welcomes ten guests (eight adults and two kids) in Casa Zopango, and two adult guests in our Birds Lodge. Zopango, a Guest-Only island, offers more than 7000 sq. meters of lush vegetation beautifully preserved & looked after by the owners, the Bersani family, and its islander team, that makes Zopango island unique among the other islets of the bay!”

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Name: Ciara Caponi
Country:  Panama
Offers assets in: Across Panama
Website: http://panama.evrealestate.com/

My notice: Attention here please! Recently I wrote a big blogpost about San Jose Island in Panama https://tropicalislands.net/san-jose-island/ that is the one of the most expensive and bigger island in the world (350 million$). Then I updated it and contacted Ciara Caponi since she is in charge for selling that island. And I know her from various videos about Panama real estate. After I sent her mail, it was less than 20 minutes that she responded me, about something near end of the post which means that she (and her team most likely) scanned the whole post that is not that small either. That was fastest mail response I got! Yeah, she is an elite real estate agent at Engel and Volkers, she is that good. She recently got awarded with the Ambassador Award from Engel & Volkers for highest standards of professionalism, performance, and luxury real estate service. I highly recommend her for business. Her page https://www.evrealestate.com/en/our-advisors/ciara-caponi/e68a1f35-ad93-4909-b5ae-09d7891ec5b5

Her information: ,,License Partner with more than a decade of experience in the real estate industry and a background that includes working with one of the top developers in Panama, I bring a wealth of expertise and a deep understanding of the Panamanian market to my clients.
I am a member of ACOBIR (the Panamanian Association of Real Estate Brokers and Promoters), and hold a CIPS (Certified International Property Specialist) designation. fluent in English, Spanish, and Italian.
I specialize in the sale and rental of high-end residential, commercial, and land properties in Panama’s top areas and developments. With a focus on serving high-net-worth individuals local and international clients, including those from Canada, the USA, Colombia, Peru, Ecuador, and Spain, as well as multinational companies, they will offer a range of upscale properties, with a significant emphasis on apartments, houses, and new developments.”

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Name: Remy Champagne
Country: Panama
Offers assets in: Bocas Del Toro, Panama
Website: https://www.panamabocasproperty.com

My notice: I recently discovered his site and was positively surprised by amount of quality yet afforcable stuff in Bocas Del Toro, Caribbean part of Panama. Islands, beachfronts, houses, jungles… everything needed is there, and each property has its own video as far I noticed, I even wrote a review of the site (which I never did before) here https://tropicalislands.net/caribbean-properties-for-sale-in-bocas-del-toro-panama-affordable-listings-review/ and I speak occasionally with Remy as I have a great respect for that work. He has decades in experience and is recommendable for those seeking quality and affordable assets.

His information: ,, In 1994, Remy moved to Costa Rica, captivated by its sunny climate, natural beauty, and tropical lifestyle. His experience in buying, selling, and renting properties gave him deep knowledge of the real estate business. In the early 2000s, he founded Osa Tropical Properties, a family-owned agency that is now managed by his son.
Years later, Remy discovered Bocas del Toro in Panama and was charmed by its crystal-clear waters, friendly community, and affordable Caribbean lifestyle. Inspired, he expanded his real estate ventures there, bringing his expertise from Costa Rica to help clients navigate buying, selling, and relocating with ease. He now warmly welcomes new clients to experience the beauty and lifestyle of the Bocas archipelago.”

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Name: Virginie Levesque
Country: Canada, Panama
Offers assets in: Bocas Del Toro, Panama
Website: https://www.facebook.com/islanoso/

My notice: Virginie Levesque is owner of Isla No So in Loma Partida, Bocas Del Toro, Caribbean part of Panama. She sells that island, and is member of our communities, and we made blogpost https://tropicalislands.net/isla-no-so/ about Isla No So. She is willing to cooperate and we talk often regarding her asset and the region. You should check this informative article on realtor about Virginie and her husband’s story about how they got into island and built it https://www.realtor.com/news/first-person/we-bought-a-private-island-in-panama-and-now-it-could-be-yours/

Her information: ,,Private island ownership is a dream many aspire to achieve, and with Bocas Del Toro Private Island for Sale, this aspiration comes to life. Nestled in the tropical paradise of Bocas del Toro, this property is a haven for those seeking unmatched privacy and luxury.
The island is designed with eco-friendly materials and offers a unique opportunity for high-net-worth individuals to invest in a sustainable and secluded retreat.
This private island combines the allure of exotic living with practical accessibility. Envision building a serene retreat or a profitable enterprise on this stunning property, where the possibilities are as vast as the surrounding ocean. Seize this rare chance to own a piece of paradise.”

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Name: Jacques Menahem
Country: Switzerland, French Polynesia
Offers assets in: French Polynesia
Website: https://fpsir.com/en/

My notice: Back then in early 2018, my first folder about some island is Motu Matatahi. Jacques Menahem was in charge of selling it, and as far I remember he was in charge for selling NengoNengo atoll as well. Golden times where entire atolls could be bought back then. Jacques Menahem is an elite real estate agent from French Polynesia Sotheby’s International Realty. While I did not get any conversation with him, a few years ago I contacted his team over something and they were responsible. But see this story. A few years ago, I was helping (for free as always) one strong buyer from Germany (a scientist) to buy an island which he did (he chose southeast Asia). And while we spent hours and hours investigating island by island worldwide, I recommended him to buy an island in French Polynesia and gave him link of Jacques webpage. Then that buyer told me that shortly after I gave him contact, Jacques actually called him directly on phone! Yeah.. Sotheby’s… Thats how they do, professional direct approach… So all my recommendation for Jacques Menahem! His listings https://fpsir.com/en/agent/jacques-menahem/

His information: ,,Originally from Geneva, Switzerland, Jacques Menahem grew up in Israel.
With 33 years’ experience in real estate, Jacques joined the sector at the invitation of a client while working in the hotel industry.
His key strengths include his ability to listen, his availability, perseverance and empathy, enabling him to adapt to any situation and work effectively as part of a team.
A polyglot, Jacques is fluent in five languages: French, English, Spanish, Portuguese and Hebrew, offering his customers fluid, personalized communication.
As a customer, choosing Jacques as your real estate agent means benefiting from his expertise, dedication and ability to make the buying or selling process as pleasant as possible.
What he loves most about his job is being able to help improve his customers’ lives by finding the perfect home for them.
Jacques has already helped over 1000 people with their real estate projects, testifying to his vast experience and reputation in the field.
His fondest memory as a FPSIR agent is selling a house in Punavai Mountain just one hour after taking on the mandate, demonstrating his efficiency and commitment to his customers.
Office : +689 40 50 11 11
Mobile : +689 87 71 03 32
WhatsApp : +689 87 71 03 32
Email : jacques.menahem@fpsir.com
Address : 5 avenue François Cardella – BP 40 134 – 98713 Papeete, TAHITI – French Polynesia”

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Name: Francesca Grillo
Country: Vanuatu
Offers assets in: Vanuatu
Website: https://www.waterfront.com.vu/

My notice: Francesca Grillo represented Waterfront Real Estate Vanuatu in our group. While I did not talk to her for a while, we used to talk before often, and they are still pretty much active as I often visit their FB page and site. On her site, she has a plenty of assets such as beachfront, houses, business and even some islands, so I would recommend anyone interested in that region to check and contact her as nice properties could be found there.

Her information: ,,Waterfront Real Estate has been operating in Vanuatu since 2005. Francesca has joined the business in 2008 and since October 2010, she is the sole Owner/Principal.
Francesca has an LLB in Law, a Professional Diploma in Legal Practice, a Certificate IV and Diploma in Property and she is a registered legal practitioner in Vanuatu, with extensive experience in property dealings and land development in the Country. She  has designed and project managed several buildings, including luxury villas, and tourism developments.  She is a former councillor of the Vanuatu Chamber of Commerce and Industry (VCCI) and a current member of the Vanuatu Financial Centre Association (VFCA) since 2016, which she has represented on the Board of the Vanuatu Foreign Investment Promotion Agency (VFIPA) as Deputy Chairlady between 2020 and 2024.”

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Name: Pedro Dignadice
Country: Phillipines
Offers assets in: Phillipines
Website: https://www.facebook.com/pedro.l.dignadice

My notice: Pedro Dignadice (on FB is known as Wallyboy L. Dignadice) is one of the most active members in our communities. He used to constantly offer his assets in the Philippines on sale one period, I also have an interview with him here https://tropicalislands.net/pedro-dignadice-interview/ and he is pretty much fan of my community and our groups (as seen in his pictures on FB there are few promoting our communities). He is active in FB and responds fast usually.

His information: ,,To start with I’m a single man, eventually I’m a graduate of physio therapist of 5 yrs course in manila Phil because of demands in Phil medical profession I did not excel and success due to many graduate s here wasn’t able to work and other apply in abroad to get a job so I find other options to earned a good income so I tried to indulge in real estate as an agent about predictio.”

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Name: Theresa Prinsloo
Country: South Africa, Belize
Offers assets in: Belize
Website: https://1stchoicebelize.com/agent/1714/Theresa-Prinsloo.html

My notice: I haven’t seen her for a while, we used to talk a lot years ago and we even have this interview https://tropicalislands.net/theresa-prinsloo-interview/ as she is also member in our group, very active back then. Theresa Prinsloo has over 30 years of experience in both African and American continents, and has international qualifications and works for RE/MAX 1st Choice Belize. She is rewarded professional agent. I had great time writing Funk Caye in Belize https://tropicalislands.net/funk-caye/ that she used to sell.

Her information: ,,With more than 40 years of international real estate experience, Theresa Prinsloo is known for her integrity, sharp instincts, and unrelenting commitment to her clients.
Originally from Zimbabwe and then South Africa, she began her property career in auctioneering and valuation – gaining a technical, grounded understanding of how real estate builds value over time. Her passion for the industry led her to become a full-time Realtor, eventually joining RE/MAX in the Blouberg area of Cape Town, where she spent over a decade building a loyal client base and developing a reputation for service and results.
Theresa’s impressive track record includes multiple top-tier honors within the RE/MAX organization: the RE/MAX Hall of Fame, Diamond Club, Lifetime Achievement Award, and two-time Chairman’s Club recipient (2013, 2022). She also holds a Certified Residential Specialist (CRS) designation, held by fewer than 3% of agents globally, reflecting her high standards and continued professional development.”

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Name: Joshua Darling
Country: Bahamas
Offers assets in: Bahamas
Website: (nonfunctional) https://www.facebook.com/Bahamas_properties242-901370126615742/

My notice: This man is not active anymore as from last year (he disabled both his profile and page), but it is worth to mention him. He had many listings in our group before and was very communicative. He also had an interesting great idea of making everyone in our group potential real estate agent by offering him percentage of whoever brings him the buyer! That was unique. He used to sell one beachfront of 3000 acres! Here is an interview with him https://tropicalislands.net/joshua-darling-interview/

His information: ,,I am a real estate agent yes sure, all of the properties I bring to the group I am in direct contact with the owner and can get quick response. We have beach and waterfront developable land available from under 1 acre ranging up to over 3,1000 acres in a variety of price ranges and payment options to accommodate everyone from the first time buyer to the well seasoned investor, and also deal with a database of professional contractors, architects and attorneys which I can refer to assist in making the buying and building process along with obtaining the necessary permits a walk in the park.”