John Gatas
The Gatas Team proudly serves the greater Buffalo Niagara region, covering all 8 counties of Western New York with a focus on residential real estate. Led by top-producing agent John Gatas, the team has consistently ranked among the top 1% of residential real estate professionals in Western New York since 2017, earning multiple Platinum Awards for outstanding sales performance.
At the core of the team's business is a relationship-first approach — every client gets personalized care, attention, and guidance from start to close. The team helps 50–60 families and individuals successfully transition into new homes each year, with listings averaging less than 7 days on market and a near 100% sale-to-closing success rate.
Outside of real estate, John values his faith, time outdoors, exercise, walking, and cycling. He serves on the Board of Assessment Review for the City of North Tonawanda and enjoys being a positive influence as both an uncle and godfather.
Agents & Operations
Knowledgeable, local, and personally invested in every transaction.
Annette Kerl
Buyer's AgentLives in Lancaster, NY with her husband and two kids, and is fluent in Polish. Annette brings real estate experience together with a decade in patient care, bringing compassion and understanding to every client relationship.
Sara
Director of OperationsWith the Gatas Real Estate Team at Keller Williams Realty since November 2015, Sara keeps every transaction organized and every client in the loop. Married since 2004 with four kids, she loves road trips and museum visits with her family.
Julie Symes
Loan Officer, Premium MortgageJulie is the team's trusted go-to loan officer, licensed NMLS #326746, helping buyers navigate financing with clear, honest guidance from pre-approval through closing.
Preferred Partners
Trusted local professionals we've worked with for years — recommended so your transaction stays smooth from contract to close.