It’s an age-old economic reality that changes in the price of housing influence neighborhoods and who lives in them. In many cities with rising popularity, population growth has intensified price increases in high-density areas. Ensuring the balance between growth and preservation is a top priority for me as a real estate professional and as a …
Here are my current observations about the trends in our housing market, particularly the Downtown Sarasota area, West of Trail, and Longboat Key. The price appreciation in our frenzied market did affect some buyers’ willingness to jump into a transaction and, relative to the earlier periods this year, the pace over the summer months was …
I recently completed the certification training to earn my designation as a Certified Negotiation Expert, and I’m so proud to share this enhanced value with both my clients and my professional peers. As a REALTOR®, I feel that committing to continued education and skills development is essential. It’s part of what I do to make …
Are you thinking of buying a home in Florida this year? Here are a few key things that you should consider if you’re ready to buy a Florida property in 2021… For one thing, the market in Florida (and especially Sarasota) is HOT because there are so many people from around the country relocating here. …
If you’ve got a budget of around one million dollars and are wondering which Florida community might be right for you, check out this video and my side-by-side comparison of listings in a few of Florida’s markets. I’ll show you what $1M will get you in Miami, Naples, West Palm, and Sarasota… Sarasota has an …
Breaking news! The latest U.S. News and World Report rankings were released this week and Sarasota is in the Top 10 Best Places to Live in the entire U.S.! It’s no surprise to those of us who already call SRQ home, but it’s awesome to see more and more recognition of Sarasota’s appeal. In addition …
It’s no secret that buying a second home in Florida is a popular option for a lot of people. So just what are the benefits of buying a second home in the Sunshine State? One of the biggest benefits, of course, is that Florida has no state income tax. That’s a major plus for anyone considering …
Want to know how the housing market is in Sarasota, Florida? The first quarter of 2021 has been CRAZY. Low inventory and high demand are making a hot sellers market. If you are thinking of selling OR buying, my advice is to do it now. Average sales price has increased nearly 29 percent. Properties are …
The cost of living in Sarasota is very affordable, especially compared to large cities like Chicago. Sarasota offers an affordability advantage in sundries, like groceries and gas, but the biggest difference is in taxes, long-term financial advantages, and, of course, how much house you can buy. When you compare what you can get in terms …
Longboat Key’s luxury sales trends are getting even stronger with the addition of premium new construction like Sage LBK. More than half of these to-be-built luxury units are already spoken for even though the project just broke ground. It’s a similar story with the nearby St. Regis development. The demand for ultra-luxury is particularly high, …
