First impressions matter, especially when you are trying to sell your home. With MSC Advantage, you can ensure your home shines from the start by investing in staging, landscaping, painting, and more—all with no upfront costs. This exclusive new program gives you access to up to $50,000 in funds to get your home market-ready, and [...]

In an era of economic flux and digital transformation, high-net-worth individuals (HNWIs) continue to exhibit resilience and a refined approach to wealth management. According to the [...]

At Michael Saunders & Company, our deep connections with international markets and long-standing relationships with industry experts position us to provide unparalleled insights into the economic forces shaping the real estate landscape. One such valued relationship is with Dr. Marci Rossell, chief economist for Leading Real Estate [...]

Annual Sales Meeting Focuses on Company Culture, AI Integration, and Realtor Value

SARASOTA, FL (May 23, 2024) — Local independent brokerage Michael Saunders & Company held its annual sales meeting at the Hyatt Regency Sarasota on May 16^th. The theme of the event was “Culture, Commitment, and Collaboration.” Celebrating its 48th year [...]

Spring tends to be a popular season in the world of real estate with a bump in activity, so if you are thinking of selling your home, now is a great time to do it. Why is the spring market so active? It could be because the weather is nice and it’s a good time to move, or it could be due to the powerful symbolism of spring, which [...]

Buying a home is one of the biggest purchases of our lives. And while the path to homeownership can be an overwhelming experience for many of us, it can be even more challenging for veterans who are trying to find and finance a home while transitioning back to civilian life. [...]

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. [...]

When it comes to selling or purchasing a homestead property, it is important to consider certain questions regarding rights. In Florida, marital status and titles of homestead properties fall under certain laws and actions of the state constitution. In the latest TitleTalk for Q2 2022, we explain the importance of Sales Associates and loan [...]

Sitting down with Lucy Edwards, the Director of Client Success at VHT Studios and host of Get Real With Lucy, Michael Saunders, our Founder and CEO, elaborates on the dynamics of today's real estate market and the lessons she has learned through 46 years of success. From nurturing a strong commitment to community to being an independent [...]

  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 [...]