217 Mount Pleasant Rd Nokomis Florida Just Sold 3 Bedroom 2 Bath Home JUST SOLD IN NOKOMIS FLORIDA… MADE IN THE SHADE!!! Located only 2 miles to Nokomis Beach, this 3 bedroom 2 bath 1 car (oversized) garage home is sure to please! The fenced, oversized quarter acre lot is a blank canvas just waiting…
Spring Housing Market Starts Early on Sarasota’s Suncoast
Housing Market Expected to “Spring Forward” The “Spring Market” on Sarasota’s Suncoast Starts Earlier Just like our clocks this weekend in the majority of the country, the housing market will soon “spring forward!” Similar to tension in a spring, the lack of inventory available for sale in the market right now is what is…
How Much Money Do I Need to Buy a House in Sarasota Florida
How Much Money Do I Need to Buy a House in Sarasota Florida? Over Half of All Buyers Across the Country Are Surprised by Closing Costs When buying a home on Sarasota’s Suncoast, choosing a good real estate agent is your first step. A good agent is going to have a team of real estate…
Dog Parks in Sarasota County
Paw Parks aka Dog Parks in Sarasota County Dogs Just Wanna Have Fun Sarasota County has some great dog parks, also known as paw parks, where you can let your dogs run free without a leash to exercise and play in a controlled environment. There are 5 dog parks in Sarasota County. Three are located…
Pet Friendly Condos for Sale in Nokomis Florida
Pet Friendly Condos for Sale in Nokomis Florida Looking for a Condo in Nokomis Florida Where You Can Bring Your Pet? Located in Sarasota County on the Gulf of Mexico, Nokomis has a nice assortment of condos, villas and townhomes for sale that are considered pet friendly. Check out some of the listings below. If…
Where Are Home Prices Heading in the Next 5 Years, Sarasota?
Where Are the Home Prices Heading in the Next 5 Years, Sarasota? Today, many real estate conversations center on housing prices and where they may be headed. That is why we like the Home Price Expectation Survey. Every quarter, Pulsenomics surveys a nationwide panel of over one hundred economists, real estate experts, and investment &…
Daydreaming About Your Perfect Sarasota Home?
Daydreaming About Your Perfect Sarasota Home? Know What You WANT vs. What You NEED In this day and age of being able to shop for anything anywhere, it is really important to know what you’re looking for when you start your Sarasota home search. If you’ve been thinking about buying a home of your…
Buy a Home in Sarasota & Be Healthier!
Buy a Home in Sarasota & Be Healthier! The Impact of Homeownership on Family Health The National Association of Realtors recently released a study titled ‘Social Benefits of Homeownership and Stable Housing.’ The study confirmed a long-standing belief of most Americans: “Owning a home embodies the promise of individual autonomy and is the aspiration of…
Will You Be Buying a Home in Sarasota this Year? 59 Million Buyers
Will You Be Buying a Home In Sarasota This Year? 59 Million People Will Be Entering the Housing Market in 2017 According to a survey conducted by Bankrate.com, one in four Americans are considering buying a home this year. If this statistic proves to be true, that means that 59 million people will be…
Sarasota Renters – Do you Know the Real Cost of Renting vs Buying in Sarasota Florida
Sarasota Renters – Do You Know the Real Cost of Renting vs. Buying? Some Highlights: Historically, the choice between renting or buying a home has been a close decision. Looking at the percentage of income needed to rent a median-priced home today (30%), vs. the percentage needed to buy a median-priced home (15%), the choice…
Social Benefits of Owning a Home in Sarasota Florida
~Keeping Current Matters Social Benefits of Owning a Home in Sarasota Florida Owning a Home on Sarasota’s Suncoast has a Civic Impact The National Association of Realtors recently released a study titled ‘Social Benefits of Home Ownership and Stable Housing.’ The study confirmed a long-standing belief of most Americans: “Owning a home embodies the promise…
Buyers are Searching for Sarasota Homes Like Yours
~Keeping Current Matters Buyers are Searching for Sarasota Homes Like Yours The most recent Pending Homes Sales Index from the National Association of Realtors revealed a slight bump in contracts with an increase of 1.6% in December. This news comes as existing home sales are also forecasted to be on pace for 5.54 million in…
Need a Bigger Home in Sarasota Florida
Need a Bigger Home in Sarasota Florida? If you live on Sarasota’s Suncoast and you need a bigger home, we can help! Has something changed in your life that you’re ready to buy a bigger home? Maybe… Your family is growing and you need more space You’re feeling cramped in your current home You’ve come…
Homes for Sale on Casey Key in Nokomis Florida
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Buying a House With Cash in Sarasota Florida
Buying a House with Cash in Sarasota Florida You may be surprised to learn this, but between 2009 and 2014 our Sarasota real estate market was dominated by cash buyers for single family homes. In 2015 the percentage of cash buyers versus buyers getting financing started to equal out at about 50/50 and in 2016…
Is Cash Still King in Sarasota Florida
Is Cash Still King in Sarasota Florida? Yes, every Realtor loves to hear from their buyer that they are paying cash! Usually cash sales can close very quickly and the quicker we close, the quicker we get paid. Cash discounts, timing and over-paying are all things to consider when buying a home with cash. Cash…
Average Sales Price of Condos in Sarasota County December 2016
Average Sales Price of Condos in Sarasota County December 2016 – $320k December 2016 Average Sales Price of Condos in Sarasota Shows an Increase of 13.1% Over December 2015’s Average Sales Price The averages sales price of a condo in Sarasota County has risen from $284,028 in December of 2015 to an average sales price of…
Condos For Sale in Sarasota for Any Budget
Condos for Sale in Sarasota for Any Budget No Matter What Your Budget, There’s a Condo in Sarasota for You! The condo market in Sarasota is strong! If white sandy beaches, great shopping, fine dining, theater, art, boating, fishing and awesome weather are what you’re looking for, we’ve got great news! There are condos, villas and…
Choosing a Good Mortgage Lender on Sarasota Florida’s Suncoast
Choosing a Good Mortgage Lender on Sarasota Florida’s Suncoast Not All Florida Lenders Are Created Equal – Finding a Good Mortgage Lender is Key to Closing! Disclaimer: Let me start out by saying that I’m not a mortgage lender. I’ve learned what makes a good mortgage lender and I’m writing this blog post and expressing…
New Homes in Nokomis at Bellacina by Casey Key
New Homes in Nokomis at Bellacina by Casey Key If a New Construction Homes in Nokomis Florida is What You’re Looking for… Bellacina by Casey Key offers both new single family homes as well as detached villas. This beautiful new community is located in a great location situated between Venice and Sarasota with easy access…
Sarasota & Manatee Condo Market Report for December 2016
Sarasota & Manatee Counties Condo Market Report December 2016 Courtesy of RASM – Realtor® Association of Sarasota and Manatee Condo Market Shows Strength in December 2016 SARASOTA, Fla. (January 24, 2017) – Closed sales for condos increased in each county in December as compared to December 2015, with Sarasota at a 12.5 percent increase and…
Arbor Lakes on Palmer Ranch in Sarasota Florida
New Homes Community by Taylor Morrison Arbor Lakes on Palmer Ranch is really developing nicely! Taylor Morrison Taylor Morrison came about when Taylor Woodrow and Morrison Homes merged. Taylor Morrison has an excellent reputation and has numerous awards to support their reputation. They offer a one year warranty on their homes. Arbor Lakes on Palmer Ranch…
Is a Septic Inspection Really Necessary?
Wondering if a Septic Inspection is Really Necessary? How Septic Systems Work… Before we get started, check out the image below to get a general idea on how a septic system works. The Inspection Period Begins… You’re excited about getting that special home under contract! You’re now in the Inspection Period and are doing your…
Condos for Sale in Sarasota for Any Price Range
Condos for Sale in Sarasota for Any Price Range No Matter What Your Price Range, There’s a Condo in Sarasota for You! The condo market in Sarasota is strong! If white sandy beaches, great shopping, fine dining, theater, art, boating, fishing and awesome weather are what you’re looking for, we’ve got great news! There are condos,…
Word Search Wednesday Sarasota County Beaches
Today’s Word Search Theme is Sarasota County Beaches It’s easy to play! When you’ve located a word, hold down the left side of your mouse while dragging your cursor over the letters of that word. Release your hold when all of the letters of the word have been selected. If your response is correct, the…
To-Do List for First-Time Buyers
To-Do List for First-Time Buyers This infographic, courtesy of FloridaRealtors.org, provides 12 steps for First-Time Buyers in Sarasota, Manatee & Charlotte counties. Follow the steps below and if you have any questions or need assistance, contact Julie Larson at 941-882-0322 or by email, and I’ll be glad to help! Search for Homes Now! See…
Calusa Lakes Homes for Sale Nokomis Florida
Homes for Sale in Calusa Lakes – Nokomis Florida 34275
Sarasota County Utility Companies
Sarasota County Utility Companies Electric FP&L – Florida Power & Light Water & Sewer PLEASE NOTE: Some of the water and sewer utility companies will not let you set up your account without proof of ownership such as your new deed or closing documents. You will receive both the deed and closing documents at closing…
Sarasota County Flood Zones
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