In this quarter's newsletter, we explore the importance of municipal lien searches and why county turnaround times need to be factored into the closing process to avoid buyers inheriting unnecessary bills from the sellers. The below, real-life example is not uncommon and one of the many reasons a [...]

For 42 years, Michael Saunders & Company has been proudly independent with no intention of ever changing that. This is mostly derived from Michael Saunders, CEO and Founder, starting the business in 1976 when, as a woman, you had to be strong, you had to be determined, and you had to make your own path. Over the years, the company has had [...]

The MSC Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Michael Saunders & Company, completed its summer grant distribution cycle this week, providing 41 non-profit organizations throughout the Manatee, Sarasota and Charlotte Counties with $58,390 collectively. With contributions from more than [...]

Michael Saunders & Company began with one woman on a mission to provide exceptional real estate service to the Sarasota area with a dedicated specialization toward luxury properties. There was an ambition to be an industry leader. There was a vision to grow and expand. All of this, more than 40 years later, has exceeded her expectations. [...]

Each year, Michael Saunders & Company offices recognize premier performers and applaud professional accomplishments at the Top Performers Celebration. In addition to sales volume achievements and customer service acknowledgement, one additional award is given with a deeper meaning. The John McMahon Award is unique as it is voted on by agents [...]

Curious 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 third quarter of 2017. Breaking it down for us and comparing the current market to that of our [...]

Since 1976, Michael Saunders & Company has been the name to know and trust in luxury real estate for Sarasota, Manatee and Charlotte Counties. We are pleased to present the 53 luxury sales our experienced agents successfully facilitated for the third quarter of 2017, and to congratulate the many happy sellers and buyers as they begin new [...]

The Sarasota area continues to grow and thrive in exciting ways. Read on to discover and more!

Say Hello to Bravo

 

Located at the Westfield Siesta Key Mall, the new Bravo Coastal Bar & Kitchen opened in late August. The new restaurant is in good company in the former Southgate Plaza location, with popular CinéBistro as one of its neighbors. [...]

The Sarasota area continues to grow and thrive in exciting ways. Read on to discover and more!

A Dar-Winning New Restaurant

Local Chef, Darwin Santa Maria, will be opening his newest venture this month. Dubbed “Darwin Evolutionary Cuisine”, the restaurant will serve up the Chef’s signature ceviche, skirt steak with chimichurri sauce, [...]

Father’s Day is coming up on Sunday, June 18^th, and in honor of the occasion, we are placing a spotlight on five spectacular properties for the many father figures in our lives. The Foodie Dad The magnificent newly-renovated kitchen at this Longboat Key home for sale, 501 Harbor Point Road, is on-trend with its crisp white counters and cabinetry, while offering plenty of space for preparing dad's specialities. [...]