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The Housing Inventory Conundrum

The Housing Inventory Conundrum

Steep drops in housing inventory are being reported throughout many regions of the country, but it is no more significant than right here in Sarasota.  Recent data from in the June 20, 2012 TrendGraphix report released by Michael Saunders & Company revealed inventory statistics that placed available properties at their lowest levels in seven years. As reported […]

Sarasota 3rd Best Place to Live in Florida

Sarasota 3rd Best Place to Live in Florida

While those of us that have already found complete fulfillment living in Sarasota, those that have not yet discovered our incredible city may find an article such as appeared in this month’s Florida Travel + Life persuasive.  Aside from our spectacular seaside setting and all of the amenities that come with living in a waterfront locale, […]

Spectacular Bayfront Bird Key Home

Spectacular Bayfront Bird Key Home

The ultimate couple’s home in Sarasota’s premier neighborhood, Bird Key has been custom designed and built by the current owners. The home looks west over the bay so beautiful sunsets can be seen year-round. The residence must be seen to be appreciated with details including large open living spaces, numerous architectural features such as a […]

Sarasota’s Hottest Real Estate Topic – Inventory

Sarasota’s Hottest Real Estate Topic – Inventory

There has not been a media report on the real estate market for some time that hasn’t mentioned “inventory” as a critical issue.  Listed homes in the Sarasota region have dropped by more 25% in this last year.  Levels of available properties are nearing a point similar to the height of the boom in 2005 […]

Sarasota Real Estate Market Review for May 2012

Sarasota Real Estate Market Review for May 2012

 The lead-in to the summer Sarasota Real Estate selling season is bringing exceptionally strong indications that the traditionally softer season may be anything but.  The statistics for May regional real estate sales are maintaining a steady forward momentum for 2012. Our Sarasota Association of Realtors recent data reflected closed transactions at a remarkable 802 units, […]

Sarasota Real Estate – Anything but Humdrum

Sarasota Real Estate – Anything but Humdrum

Just when you thought “season” was over in Sarasota, signs of a continued active real estate market are announced!  The late spring/early summer is normally a relatively neutral period for Sarasota real estate however, this year is appearing to look anything but humdrum.  The Sarasota Association of Realtors (SAR) along with the National Association (NAR) […]

Sarasota Real Estate Prices Swell

Sarasota Real Estate Prices Swell

There is no shortage of news of the continuing real estate market recovery around the country.  In Florida, one of the most talked about trends is the rising prices of properties.  Recent record breaking listings offer some excitement but, most important is the sustained month-over-month and year-over-year increases in nearly every price category. The attached article […]

A Market Expert Talks About Trends

A Market Expert Talks About Trends

In a recent special section the Sarasota Herald Tribune, columnist Chris Angermann interviewed me about how I see our housing market evolution.  The article is attached in its entirety below. As I have reported previously, with the peak selling season behind us we are cautious as we enter the shoulder/summer to not over-speculate that growth will remain at the […]

SOLD! 5 Acre Home in Saddle Oak Estates – Sarasota

SOLD! 5 Acre Home in Saddle Oak Estates – Sarasota

This magnificent 5.7 acre property is the new home to my wonderful and very happy buyers!  They are eagerly looking forward to enjoying the beautiful house along with the spacious and relaxing porches overlooking the serene grounds. The warm and inviting 3,128sf home has an open floor plan, crown molding, lots of natural light, attached two-car garage, solar […]

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