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 [...]

Continuing with our "Saunders Stories" series, Drayton Saunders, President of Michael Saunders & Company, looks back at the growth of the brokerage over the last four decades.  From [...]

You’ve been dreaming of the perfect beach cottage, a serene retreat where each morning you are greeted by blue skies and the sound of waves crashing against the shore. For those considering it, buying a second home is a big decision. Here are some steps to help you prepare and determine if a second home in Sarasota, Manatee or [...]

Tune into the the 45th episode of the Saunders in 60 to see why buying, selling, and renting real estate on Anna Maria Island is about to get a little easier. To learn about Anna Maria Island real estate, contact the new Anna Maria Island sales office. To see the home for sale highlighted, head to 825 N Shore Dr. on MichaelSaunders.com. Also featured, check out [...]

Nothing signifies the start of season in Boca Grande like the annual Christmas Walk. The community gathers in the historic village to celebrate the holiday spirit - visiting shops, enjoying tasty treats, and meeting Santa Claus as he is chauffeured about town by the Boca Grande Fire Department. It was also the perfect time for Michael [...]

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 [...]

“House flipper.”  What does the term mean to you? Regarded as real estate entrepreneurs by some, dismissed as property profiteers by others, house flippers typically purchase homes at below market value, then sell (or flip) them quickly at a profit, usually in the midst of a market with prices on the rise.    Still, as long as they [...]

Last week, as scores of our agents visited MS&C’s newest listings—to personally preview each property and discover its important selling features—not a few did a double take as they scanned their price sheets in advance of touring several island condominiums on [...]