No doubt, you’ve heard it said that the prices of everything are going up. Maybe you’ve even said it yourself! Perhaps you’re pinching pennies in order to prepare for the closing on your Paradise Shores home, or maybe you’ve just splurged on decorating your new home. Or perhaps you’re just looking for something free or...Read More

Your new home in Oyster Bay Estates is set right up against the Sarasota Bay, the waterway that separates the mainland city of Sarasota from the barrier islands leading out to the Gulf of Mexico. Living in Sarasota is often considered a dream come true, and there are countless reasons why you might want to live...Read More

Health and fitness are topics that most of us are interested in. Whether you want to lose a few pounds or you just want to be sure to stay in shape so that you can chase toddlers, participate in a half-marathon or age gracefully, you know that eating well, reducing stress and exercising often are...Read More

Congratulations on deciding to make downtown Sarasota your home! If you have purchased a home in Sarasota, you are probably surrounded by boxes… or maybe you are procrastinating in an effort to avoid having to buckle down and get your belongings boxed up and moved. Moving, even if it’s locally, can be overwhelming and exhausting....Read More

If you are waiting for your home at The Vue to be ready, you are probably anticipating your move to Sarasota with with excitement. Whether you’ve lived in the downtown Sarasota area for years or you are new to town, living in the heart of the city will open your eyes to a lot of opportunities for...Read More

Whether you are just starting to consider a home in Longboat Key Club or you have been living here for a long time, there is one feature of the community that you surely have not missed: The golf courses. Longboat Key Club was named in Golf Digest as one of the Best Places to Play, and that...Read More

Living in Sarasota has its advantages, and one of the big ones is that you’re in close proximity to some of the most beautiful beaches in the country. When you consider the beaches in Sarasota County, it’s interesting to note that they’re all a bit different, even though they may be only a few miles...Read More

If you buy one of the vintage homes in the “Old Florida” neighborhood of Country Club Shores on Longboat Key, you will undoubtedly want to keep its character in mind as you decorate. Whether your sense of style leans toward traditional or modern décor, you may choose to incorporate some elements of your tropical island...Read More

During the summer and early fall, residents in Sarasota experience what the locals call, “Florida rainy season” This does not mean that it rains all day, mind you; the rains during rainy season usually start in the mid to late afternoon and end by mid-evening. The downpours can be torrential at times, and are often...Read More

Own an upscale home in Florida like in Cherokee Park? It probably comes with some luxurious details. Living in one of the oldest neighborhoods in Sarasota, you might have been pleasantly surprised when you went to your first property showing in the community. From Spanish tile to crown moldings, you can really see the attention...Read More