Since 1976, Michael Saunders & Company has been the known and trusted name in luxury real estate in Sarasota, Manatee and Charlotte counties. We proudly present the luxury sales results and applaud our experienced agents for successfully facilitating these transactions in the final quarter of the decade. Michael Saunders & Company also [...]

From the "Best City for Vegans" to one of the "Most Desirable Places to Live", Southwest Florida continued with its trend of national recognitions in 2019. We've compiled a list below so you can see them all in one star-studded place! [...]

It is time for Florida residents to start thinking about filing for homestead exemption. In our first newsletter of 2020, we're breaking down the benefits and requirements of this money saving measure. Here is a little refresher, so you can check it off your list. [...]

  The holiday spirit has spread throughout our offices, bringing goodwill to our neighbors, laughter and joy to colleagues and associates, and ending the decade with happiness and gratitude. [...]

2019 was another year of vibrant content for the MSC Blog. From top area events to stunning properties, and market updates, our team is constantly bringing you the latest in real estate, industry news, and lifestyle in Sarasota, Manatee, and Charlotte counties.  Find out below which blogs received the most online attention. 1. [...]

Owning a timeshare includes plenty of benefits and special perks, one of them being the opportunity to exchange your trip. A timeshare exchange is a convenient way to switch your scheduled time of stay or completely swap stays within a timeshare network. If you’ve been considering investing in a timeshare, this could be the added [...]

The third quarter of 2019 saw the same stabilized growth of Q2 in both new inventory and median sales price. Consistent with a slower summer season, demand cooled with a slight bump of activity in August. Home values are up 2%, with average days on market increasing 8%, showing although buyers are taking their time, pricing is in line with [...]

In an effort to promote energy efficiency, PACE financing is becoming available in our area. This allows homeowners to finance qualifying improvements falling under energy efficiency. In this newsletter we discuss what items qualify, the disclosure requirements by the seller and how it will affect closing on a property that is [...]

As friends and family come together to cook and feast on November 28th, we thought it would be fun to share five magnificent dining rooms from across the Gulf Coast. Old-world authenticity | Museum Area in Sarasota Three-bedrooms | Built in 2016 This waterfront estate replicated the grandeur of a 17th-century Tuscan farmhouse. The dining [...]

Late October, Boys & Girls Clubs of Sarasota County announced the 2019-2020 Corporate Board of Directors and Foundation Board of Directors as the agency prepares to celebrate its [...]