Perhaps you’ve felt it? A fresh wind from the north signifying the end of summer. As the warmer months melt into fall, our region is abuzz with festivals and fun happenings. Here’s a list of some of our favorites. See if you can make it to all of them! [...]

Michael Saunders & Company supported the 2017 World Rowing Championships by hosting a guest VIP tent during the week-long event. With a bird’s-eye view of races and their dramatic finishes from a prime spot on Championship Row, Michael Saunders & Company employees, agents, clients and affiliated partners spectated, socialized and [...]

$9 Million Sale of Sanderling Club Estate Highest in Tri-County Area

SARASOTA, Fla. (August 31, 2017) Michael Saunders & Company has completed the most significant residential sale of the year, with the $9 million closing of a Gulf-front, Asian-inspired retreat in the Sanderling Club on Siesta Key. [...]

A game changer is making its way into east Manatee County. The Fort Hamer is nearly completed, linking Parrish to Lakewood Ranch and connecting residents on both sides of the Manatee River to businesses, restaurants, medical facilities, country clubs, schools, and more. Originally proposed 108 years ago, the bridge has been a long-time [...]

Throughout history, many strong and admirable women have inspired us with iconic fashion. Katherine Hepburn was known for her trademark wide-leg trousers. Jackie O. never left home without her oversized sunglasses. And, [...]

Whether you are a walker, runner, bicyclist, or adventure-seeker, Florida's Gulf Coast offers any number of scenic locations to enjoy the landscape while you burn those calories. Of course, during the summer months, the afternoons can get pretty hot, which is why the early morning or evening hours are when fitness enthusiasts are out in [...]

If you are wondering how the real estate market is doing along Florida's Gulf Coast, we are bringing you a look at all the big picture trends from the second quarter of 2017. Breaking it down for us and comparing the current market to that of our [...]

Our video series "Why Southwest Florida" takes a look at the many regions of the Gulf Coast and asks real residents why they chose to live here over every other destination in the world.  This month, we sat down with [...]

Michael Saunders was interviewed for the July issue of Florida Trend Magazine and recognized as the "Icon" of the month. She shares some little known details about what makes her tick from how she loves to cook, her connection to a 16th-century poet, and why Cortez fishermen used to leave a little breakfast on her family's doorstep. [...]

Southwest Florida offers a myriad of waterways, from creeks to canals, bayous, bays, and the open waters of the Gulf of Mexico. We are presenting 10 luxury homes for sale - each one located on the water and each one just hitting the market. Peruse our selection below and click on the images to be one of the first to take an online tour. [...]