It's no surprise to me that Sarasota is one of the top 10 most exciting small cities in America. I love living in Sarasota and its downtown lifestyle. If you have visited the Sarasota area, you will understand its magic. I would love to hear some of your favorite experiences here! Read: Top Ten Most Exciting Small Cities.

Here on the Suncoast of Florida, an area between Tampa to Naples, is one of the best vacation, retirement, and 2nd home destinations in the United States. We are known globally for our sugar-sand beaches, Gulf sunsets, and cosmopolitan culture especially in dining and arts. It's no wonder that the National Association of Realtors [...]

November and December are quiet months for many businesses. Not real estate in Sarasota Florida. "Several studies show that, on average, homes listed in November and December are more likely to sell, and they'll do so quicker and closer to the asking price, according to Forbes.com." If you are considering selling your home or condo, don't [...]

“The cost of federal flood insurance rose dramatically in some areas of Florida and the nation, but a law passed earlier this year, the Grimm-Cassidy Substitute Amendment to the Homeowner Flood Insurance Affordability Act of 2014, offers short-term relief … the average refund is approximately $100.” Read article: [...]

"Buyers are opting to buy now due to a combination of factors. In general, their investment portfolios have recovered faster than the economy; and they now have the resources to pay cash for properties that are still priced as much as 30 to 40% below previous highs. As a result, buyers in search of value have already drawn down the [...]

I live in downtown Sarasota and love the convenience of walking to restaurants, theater, specialty shopping, beaches, grocery and entertainment venues. This article highlights 1350 Main, a condominium lifestyle with amenities that are extremely attractive to vacationing snowbirds or to young professionals who can walk to work. It's a [...]

"A study by the Tax Foundation showed that $100 in Florida buys $101.21 worth of goods, based on the national average." Article: It's Cheaper to Live in FLORIDA than the Northeast.

"With baby boomers now marching headlong into retirement - just as municipalities, states and the federal government are aggressively seeking new sources of tax revenue to close gaping budget deficits - Florida's status as a tax-friendly destination is garnering serious new attention." thesaundersblog.com/florida-the-no-tax-me-state/. Let me [...]

My team and I were just discussing in our office this week how pent up demand caused a busy 2013 then it flattened out. Now inventory is low. Prices are expected to increase this next round. It is a great time to buy because prices are remaining affordable. It’s also a great time to sell because there is still strong demand and not enough [...]

Florida is a “destination of choice” for many international buyers. Whether you are relocating and searching for a primary residence, or if you are a seasonal homeowner, it would be my pleasure to help you. Even if you have a home or condo here, but you are out of the country and need someone dependable, honest and focused who [...]