July 2015 Sales Record Pace Continues

The pace of property sales in Sarasota and Manatee counties in July 2015 continued at a record annual rate, with 1,974 closings, up 23.5 percent over last July's combined total of 1,600 for the two-county region. [...]

While inventories of existing homes and condominiums remain unusually tight in our much-in-demand market, buyers who fancy new construction currently have several superior options.  From luxury condominiums on the Gulf and bay to exciting new infill neighborhoods near downtown Sarasota and Bradenton, [...]

June 2015 Sales - Real Estate Sarasota

Falling inventory didn’t hold back the real estate market in Sarasota and Manatee counties in June 2015, as sales continued to push into near-record territory and median sale prices rose in both counties. Total June 2015 sales again topped 2,000 for both counties combined (2,058), pointing toward [...]

Top 10 Great Places to Retire 2015

Sarasota Ranked in Kiplinger’s Top 10 Great Places to Retire 2015

Maybe you like the idea of retiring to a town where you’ll never wield a snow shovel again. Or, trading your pricey home in a high-tax area for a more affordable city. Or, ditching the suburban cul-de-sac for an urban neighborhood. Our [...]