From St. Petersburg to Punta Gorda, the commercial market is showing increased strength with high demand and low inventory - a similar story expressed in the housing market. Scott Cietek, Director of MS&C Commercial, explains analytics and trends experienced across our region in the latest Market Reports for the Tri-County and St. [...]

Sustainability is front of mind, now more than ever. Changing everyday habits to be greener and more eco-friendly may not always be easy, but definitely worthwhile. Where better to start than in and around the home? According to [...]

  https://youtu.be/SDSBHwoV0rc   Taking a look at 2021, there is so much to be grateful for as evidence indicates another promising year ahead. We had a record year of sales that can be contributed to a strong seller’s market and high buyer demand. As we review the fourth quarter of last year, inventory moved steadily off the market [...]

We celebrate our peak performers for their extraordinary efforts and remarkable achievements in a record-breaking year across our region. Commanding the market last year, these phenomenal [...]

  This region is our home. We have always considered it our honor and responsibility to help enrich the lives of those in the communities we serve. The contributions of our associates and staff throughout the year to the MSC Foundation make it possible to assist our neighbors across Manatee, Sarasota, Charlotte and Lee counties. [...]

It was clear from the start of 2021, after a year unlike any other, everyone was looking for a change of pace. Leading to an exceptional year of the community coming together to make the most of our new normal, as part of our review for the past year, we are looking at the power of community and connection. Looking back at the mid-winter [...]

Along the Suncoast, we do not need snow to embrace the spirit of the holidays; from city streets lined with lights, cheerful music playing in shops, to reliving the traditions that bring families together. When the holiday festivities draw near, we can all feel the excitement brewing. Our communities are rich in culture and creativity, [...]

 

The Secret Season is upon us and possibly the best opportunity for sellers and buyers. What is the secret season? According to Drayton Saunders, President, it is right now - the time before listing season begins across our region. The third quarter of 2021 proved we are in a seller's market and offers a positive outlook for the rest of Q4 [...]

The Florida Realtors/Florida Bar Contract for Sale and Purchase (FR/Bar) AS IS and Residential forms have undergone changes as of November 1, 2021. Seven Riders were updated and three new Riders were included. It is common for these forms to undergo changes every few years as various laws, technology advancements and societal occurrences [...]

 Life on Florida’s Suncoast remained fast-paced in the second quarter of 2021. Our sales associates were busy and seasonal visitors seemed to stay a little longer into summer possibly making up for lost time. Home sales continued strong, and Michael Saunders & Company ended the quarter number one in sales volume for both the luxury and [...]