Summer is upon us and what better way is there to spend a warm day than poolside with friends and family? Fortunately, southwest Florida is home to some pretty spectacular properties, sure to make a splash at any pool party. We are highlighting four homes for sale in the Saunders in 60 with pools and outdoor living areas that have to be [...]

Real estate agents are business entrepreneurs with a passion for selling property. Which is why we believe they should be as freed-up as possible to do what they do best: List, sell and lease residential and commercial properties. [...]

It’s been almost 365 days but at long last, Savor Sarasota has returned. As if we need another good reason to dine out at one of the many delicious restaurants along the Gulf Coast, Savor Sarasota is fourteen days of epicurean delight that won't break the bank. At over 60 local eateries from Lakewood Ranch to Sarasota and [...]

Memorial Day honors the men and women who have given their lives while serving in the country's armed forces. Observed the last Monday of May, this year's day of honor is celebrated May 30th. Here, the Saunders in 60 and the MSC Blog are serving up a list of top events in Sarasota, Manatee and Charlotte County to make Memorial Day a [...]

Anglers from around the world are in Boca Grande this weekend for the World's Richest Tarpon Tournament. Watch the Saunders in 60 to see what's in store.   For over thirty years the tarpon, also known as the silver king, has been a prized catch in this annual tournament. Average tarpon can weigh 70 to 140 pounds (with larger ones [...]

Get to know several key trends in homes for sale that savvy, sophisticated buyers seek when they are in the market for a new home.

  Click on the images below to learn more about the homes featured here. 521 Ranger Ln, Longboat Key, FL 34228   1700 Baywood Dr, Sarasota, FL 34231   4129 Roberts Point Cir, Sarasota, FL [...]

Mention the Florida Keys and most people will assume you mean the popular chain of islands that starts at the lower tip of Florida then hopscotches its way to Key West. “Key” is from the Spanish word “Cayo,” for island.  By definition, therefore, several other chains of keys line the state’s two coasts.  Indeed, one of the best [...]

Earth Day is Friday, April 22nd and people around the world are joining in to raise awareness of environmental issues facing the planet. One of the new home communities in Sarasota that has chosen to make green living a priory is Granada Park. This week, the Saunders in 60 is shining the spotlight on its eco-friendly endeavors. [...]

Long before it became a much-celebrated outpost for the visual and performing arts; and even before its miles of pristine coastline became a preferred destination for discerning beach goers the world over, [...]

As a native to Florida, it’s always a treat to discover new places nearby – especially those with their own unique character and allure. Palmetto, Florida is an area I’ve known only as stop along the way to St. Petersburg, but a recent tour with Michael Saunders & Company Realtor Debbie Vogler took me beyond the surface and opened my eyes to its old Florida charisma, quiet charm, and natural splendor. Our day trip began at the [...]