Do you know what makes a Realtor different than just any real estate agent? Actually, kind of a lot! There are tons of key factors that make Realtors experts in their field, so the choice is easy—whether you’re buying or selling your home, make sure to go with a certified Realtor. Here are some reasons […]
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The Numbers Are In: Floridians Are Feeling Good About the Economy
If you’ve been holding off on making a big ticket purchase, then it’s time to stop waiting! Just two months ago, Florida saw one of its biggest declines in consumer confidence in four years. This past month, however, the index has jumped right back up, making for highly optimistic market conditions. Get a closer look […]
Sarasota is Growing Fast! Here’s Our Take On It
It’s not hyperbole to say that Sarasota is growing. But, you may not be aware of just how quickly our exciting Floridian city is transforming. Sarasota Magazine recently wrote an expose about new developments and changes coming to the city. Here’s our take on some of the facts they presented: Every day, new buildings and residential enclaves […]
Sarasota is an Unbeatable Destination for Retirees
You’ve finally reached retirement. Congratulations! We’re sure you’ve been waiting for this day with excitement over the last few years, which makes it all the more special. What are your retirement plans? If you’ve been searching for the perfect community to live in peace, luxury, and among breathtaking ocean views, you should consider Sarasota. Not […]
Sarasota, Florida: The Ultimate Place to Retire
The U.S. News & World Report recently announced the best places to retire in 2018. Guess where Sarasota ranks? If you guessed #1, you’re right! We all know that Sarasota is a phenomenal place to retire, vacation, and live year-round, and now the entire country does too. The U.S. News & World Report is enjoys […]
The Kotaska Team: Top 100 Real Estate Team Leaders
Re/Max LLC recently put out mid-year ranking lists for Florida, the U.S., and around the world. Re/Max Alliance Group agents throughout Florida rank highly for their superior customer service, sales commissions, and number of houses sold. Ranking for Re/Max are based on the first half of this year, from January 1st to July 19th. The […]
The Sarasota Real Estate Market Continues Its Upward Trend
The Sarasota real estate market continues on its upward trend of closed sales, home inventory, and home prices. The number of closed sales for single-family homes increased by 6.9% since this time last year. Condo sales also improved by about 0.8% from last year. Sarasota Market Update for August 2017 Closed sales for both single-family […]
All-Cash Real Estate Purchases on the Rise
An analysis of data from the latest Realtors Confidence index has revealed that, despite declines in investor activity and distressed sales, all-cash purchases are on the rise! When you think about what this statements, it actually seems backwards. Most would think that all-cash purchases are more common in the sale of distressed homes in which […]
Housing Experts Say Florida’s Real Estate Market Will Improve in 2014
All eyes are on Florida’s real estate market, according to a recent Herald Tribune article I was reading. Evidently, the Home Buying Institute recently predicted that our state will surpass other housing recoveries in California, Las Vegas and Phoenix next year. The institute’s predication comes as housing supply is waning in many area markets, including […]