Salty Mermaid is a full-service real estate and vacation rental office. We specialize in the Gulf Coast Islands of Anna Maria, Longboat Key and Lido Key. We also service the surrounding areas of Bradenton and Sarasota and enjoy bringing the best of coastal living to you. We’re a close-knit group and we work together to give each client personalized attention. Our philosophy is to work with integrity and provide market expertise. We want to make the process as easy as possible for you so that you will come back again and again.
Brandon Blandford, Director of Operations
Brandon is Anna Maria Island local – a native Floridian! He grew up attending Anna Maria Elementary School and played sports at the Island Community Center. Brandon attended high school and college locally, achieving degrees in the Sciences and Arts. Brandon has been working in the vacation rental industry for the last 5 years. Before joining the Salty Mermaid team, Brandon oversaw the cleaning and inspections for a large vacation rental company with over 200 plus properties. Ensuring our guests have perfect stays and taking care of our owners’ investment properties is his top priority. Brandon’s focus on attention to detail and his easy-going personality make him an excellent asset to our team.
Randy Blandford, Finance Director
As Finance Director for Salty Mermaid Vacation Rental Owners, Randy expertly manages the financial operations that keep our properties running smoothly and profitably. With a keen eye for detail and a strong analytical mindset, he ensures accuracy and efficiency in every aspect of financial management. Beyond his technical skills, Randy’s genuine kindness and approachable nature make him a trusted partner for property owners and a respected leader within the team.
