It's nearly Halloween! To mark this macabre occasion, residents of Sarasota, Manatee, and Charlotte County will soon be sporting costumed-attire, trick-or-treating, and taking tours of haunted houses. To help get in the ghoulish spirit, the [...]

It may feel like we live in our own little bubble sometimes, but on a recent trip to Berlin, a number of Michael Saunders & Company agents experienced first-hand that our bubble is much bigger than we realize. Michael Saunders & Company took its place on the global stage in Germany for the 2015 International Symposium of Leading Real Estate Companies of the [...]

This time last year, the buzz throughout Southwest Florida’s commercial real estate market focused on the pending debut of the Mall at University Town Center; and whether its opening would establish a new center of gravity for the region’s retail sector. Last week, even as the mall celebrated a successful first year, the fear that it [...]

One of the most fundamental concepts in economics is that of supply and demand. For homeowners on Siesta Key, the demand for vacation rentals far outweighs the supply. TripAdvisor recently published an article listing the best places in America to own a home if you’re looking to bring in some extra money. They shared [...]

The Generation X homebuyer makes up 27% of those purchasing homes nationwide. Tune into the Saunders in 60 to learn about real estate and the post-Baby Boomer generation – what, why, and where they choose to buy. According to the National Association of Realtors®, Generation X was born between 1965-1979. Source: National Association of [...]

From pumpkins to palm trees, art, and architecture, the MSC Blog and the Saunders in 60 are bringing you a mix of October festivals in Sarasota and beyond that are sure to keep you celebrating fall throughout the entire month. Watch our video for top picks and then view the list below for more information. [...]

We are excited to announce the return of the SaundersBEST Magazine. In our 5th edition published by Florida Homes Magazine, Michael Saunders & Company continues to curate a sampling of the region’s finest luxury properties. In the latest issue, Manatee, Charlotte, and Sarasota homes for sale are arranged by lifestyle - Beach, Country, [...]

  It is unlikely Shannon Clement included “proficient in swordplay” on her resume when she applied for her first job at Michael Saunders & Company. As Corporate Administrative Assistant, her stage combat skills with a blade (to the best of our knowledge) are not called for when handling employee vacation requests and scheduling [...]

Decisions. Decisions. Shopping for a Manatee, Charlotte, or Sarasota home for sale should always be a rewarding experience. But with inventories of existing homes stuck in low, many buyers are choosing new construction as a way to create their own unique spaces. For those unacquainted with the process, how one buys a parcel of land—then [...]

A long-anticipated change has hit the mortgage scene. Known as TRID, discover what it is and how it can affect you. Contact MSC Mortgage and MSC Title to learn more.