If you are considering moving to Florida, you are not alone. Nearly 1,000 people are added to our population everyday. But there's a lot to consider before picking a place along our sunkissed shores and calling it home. To help discover your piece of paradise, we are presenting 8 things you should know before moving to Florida. [...]

This year, Memorial Day is Monday, May 28th. It is a time when we gather to honor the sacrifice of those who have given their lives in service to our country. In Sarasota, Charlotte, and Manatee Counties, there are a number of events designed to commemorate this holiday. We are sharing a list of some of our top patriotic picks in the [...]

MichaelSaunders.com received over 11.5 million views in 2016. Of that number, there were certain homes for sale that saw the most online love and we thought it would be fun to share the top ten (plus a bonus #11). That said, there were some surprises this year. Typically, the top-viewed homes [...]

In our second annual Saunders in 60 Holiday Special, we went behind-the-scenes with one of Sarasota's treasured cultural organizations, Gloria Musicae, as they prepared for their December 11th concert, "Too Hot to Handel". Taking place at the Sarasota Opera House, this professional vocal ensemble welcomed us as they rehearsed [...]

At Michael Saunders & Company, one of our many goals is to bring buyers to your doorstep - whether they come from down the street, across the country, or around the world. As a resort-style destination, Sarasota, Manatee, and Charlotte Counties draw visitors from near and far and our international affiliations help us connect with those [...]

With the beginning of the school year just around the corner, the state of Florida is holding its annual Back-to-School Sales Tax Holiday. Compared to last year, there are some fundamental changes in store and to help make sense of it all, this week's Saunders in 60 is answering some frequently asked questions. [...]

One of the most important factors in selling your home is setting an asking price that properly reflects its true value. Being realistic about this number may be all you need to tip the selling scales in your favor. Of course, sellers are likely to provide themselves with all sorts of reasons for setting the price point above par: [...]

Once you’ve zeroed in on the southwest Florida region, it can be a challenge to determine the best neighborhood to plant your flag. You’ll find that nine breathtaking barrier islands, and unfamiliar terms like “West of the Trail”, "East at the Ranch", and "New West Bradenton" may have your head spinning. But the best way to get [...]

Florida summers are known for warm temperatures, sun showers, and stunning sunsets. The months of May until September are also considered “off-season” as our snowbirds are typically spending this time up north. However, even though much of the winter population is away, summer is still a prime time for buying and selling residential [...]

It’s hard to believe an entire year has gone by since the Michael Saunders & Company Marketing Team launched the Saunders in 60. Dedicated to the latest in real estate and lifestyle in Sarasota, Manatee, and Charlotte County, the Saunders in 60 has covered a wide range of topics in short and sweet segments from [...]