It is time for Florida residents to start thinking about filing for homestead exemption. In our first newsletter of 2016, we broke down the benefits and requirements of this money saving measure. Here is a little refresher, so you can check it off your list.

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Benefits Of Filing Homestead [...]

The holidays have arrived! What better place to enjoy the season than Florida's Gulf Coast where the holiday spirit is in full swing from Lakewood Ranch to Longboat Key and Boca Grande to Bradenton. We are bringing you a selection of our favorite events, attractions, and performances to bring in good cheer. [...]

  It is no secret that Michael Saunders & Company commands the luxury market in Southwest Florida real estate. For more than 40 years, we have represented and sold the region’s most desirable properties – experience counts. We are proud to market nationally and internationally distinctive properties with endless water views and [...]

In 2010 Michael Saunders & Company Manager Darla Furst was appointed by the Governor of Florida to serve as a Commissioner on the Florida Real Estate Commission (FREC). For the past six-and-a-half years she has been in the heart of Florida real estate working to protect the consumer and their private property rights, reviewing state laws [...]

There's a great deal of action taking place on the stages across Manatee, Sarasota, and Charlotte County this week. From beautiful ballets to Broadway musicals, venues around town are brimming with live music, dance, and drama. We are bringing you a round up of our top picks in the Southwest Florida cultural scene. [...]

According to the National Association of Realtors, 48% of buyers visit open houses in a home search but you'd be surprised how fruitful attending an open house can be even if you are not currently looking to buy. In fact, 92% of those who visit open houses, find them useful [...]

Known as one of the nation's best arts communities, the cultural scene comes alive in Sarasota. Performance halls, theatres, the opera house, galleries, and museums color the landscape, providing entertainment and thought-provoking experiences year-round. As season gets underway, [...]

This month, MSC Title is discussing the portion of the contract that addresses how real estate tax amounts are determined when a new home has recently been built. With new construction more popular than ever in our region, it is critical to understand how taxes are calculated for these properties. [...]

Southwest Florida is home to many beautiful sights, from spectacular waterfront vistas to stunning skylines that glitter like a tiara in the night sky. Beyond beautiful views, we are showcasing six Sarasota luxury homes for sale that offer serene comfort, elegance, and a stimulating perspective on the world around us. [...]

Nothing defines remarkable quite like The Ritz-Carlton. For 100 years, this iconic brand has sought to deliver an un-wavering commitment to service. According to the company credo: "The Ritz-Carlton Hotel is a place where the genuine care and comfort of our guests is our highest mission." And for those who love staying at The [...]