Yvette Gotay is a highly accomplished Realtor® with The Bartos Group at Premier Plus Realty, bringing a wealth of experience and a client-first approach to residential real estate across Southwest Florida. Originally from New York City, Yvette now proudly calls Southwest Florida home and leverages her deep-rooted business expertise to guide clients through today’s dynamic real estate market. Yvette began her real estate career in New York City, building a solid foundation before continuing her practice in Florida. Prior to real estate, she retired from an impressive 32-year global career at Unilever, where she held management roles in Procurement and Information Technology. After successfully transitioning from Corporate America, Yvette briefly enjoyed the snowbird lifestyle before relocating full-time to sunny Southwest Florida—a move she considers both rewarding and transformative. A lifelong learner and achiever, Yvette earned her Bachelor of Science degree, Magna Cum Laude, from Iona University in New Rochelle, New York, graduating as an adult learner. Her commitment to growth, discipline, and excellence is reflected in the exceptional service she provides to her clients. Yvette’s market expertise spans Naples, Bonita Springs, Estero, Cape Coral, Fort Myers, and Sanibel. Supported by the strength of Premier Plus Realty and the extensive network of The Bartos Group, she also serves as a trusted referral resource for clients buying or selling beyond the Southwest Florida region. Known for her patience, diligence, and meticulous attention to detail, Yvette delivers an elevated customer experience. She takes pride in educating her clients throughout every step of the buying and selling process, empowering them to make confident, informed decisions and achieve successful outcomes in an ever-evolving market. Outside of real estate, Yvette enjoys life with her husband and their beloved dog. Together, they love cooking, boating, entertaining, dining out, and exploring the vibrant cultural offerings of Southwest Florida. Yvette’s personal passions include dancing, traveling, and forming meaningful, lasting friendships with her clients. Yvette is celebrated by her clients for her excellent communication skills and her unwavering willingness to "go the extra mile" to ensure a great customer experience. Her professional foundation, which includes a successful retirement from Corporate America and graduating from college as an adult learner with honors, has instilled in her the discipline and skill set necessary for complex real estate transactions. Experience & Expertise Yvette's passion for the industry, which she has held since a young age, translates into a sense of accomplishment in every closing, as she helps families move on to their next chapter in life. She enjoys the dynamics of working with both buyers and sellers, finding that it keeps her skills sharp. Her primary focus is simple but critical: helping clients solve problems as they relate to the purchase or sale of real estate properties, with a consistent record of successfully getting them to the closing table. As a SRES (Seniors Real Estate Specialist), Yvette is equipped to address the specific needs of clients aged 50 and over. She invites prospective clients to view her extensive collection of five-star reviews on her Business Google, the Darda Group Google Business, Zillow, and Facebook pages, which serve as a testament to her commitment and success.