Michael Saunders is Proud to Announce The New Anna Maria Island Location!

Situated right in the Gulf of Mexico off of the western coast of Bradenton is quaint and cozy Anna Maria Island. One of the most visited tourist destination in the entire area, it is known for it’s natural beauty, white-sand beaches, and exotic wildlife. Well, now it has another claim to fame: a brand new … Continue reading Michael Saunders is Proud to Announce The New Anna Maria Island Location!

Great Real Estate News for Manatee and Sarasota Counties!

2016 is a great year for real estate in Sarasota and Manatee Counties Sarasota and Manatee counties are known for their friendly natives, stunning natural beauty, and sunny weather; well, in 2016 we’re going to be known for perfect real estate conditions, too. The statistics are out, and it is great news for both buyers … Continue reading Great Real Estate News for Manatee and Sarasota Counties!

Why a Professional Realtor Will Always be Necessary

Why a Professional Realtor Will Always be Necessary The statistics show that 92% of home buyers begin their search on the web. With the explosion of great real estate blogs(like this one!), social media sites, property search websites, and even sophisticated mapping that allows viewing of a neighborhood, it’s possible to get the majority of … Continue reading Why a Professional Realtor Will Always be Necessary

How to Keep Your Home Safe from Thieves During an Open House

How to Protect Your Home from Thieves During an Open House These quick tips will keep your home safe during an open house Open houses are the best way to get your home in front of buyer’s eyes, but they are also a good opportunity for thieves trying to cash in on your hospitality. In general, the majority … Continue reading How to Keep Your Home Safe from Thieves During an Open House

Unique Florida Real Estate That Will Blow Your Mind!

These Unique Pieces of Florida Real Estate Will Blow Your Mind!   These amazing homes in Florida really exceed the imagination!   We all grow up fantasizing about our dream homes. You know, how they would look, what kind of theme they would be, and how big of a yard we would have. With the … Continue reading Unique Florida Real Estate That Will Blow Your Mind!

When You Should Compromise in Buying a Home

When Should You Compromise in Buying a Home People all want different things, but one of the best things about society is giving a little to get a little. Politics is full of great compromises that have changed the world, and anyone who has been in a long-term relationship knows you can never get only … Continue reading When You Should Compromise in Buying a Home

3 Things to do Before Deciding to Buy a Home

3 Things to do Before Deciding to Buy a Home So you’ve seen every house in the market, you’ve gone way over your budget, and you’ve tossed and turned all night dreaming about your new life in your new home. The problem is that you haven’t decided on whether or not to sign on the … Continue reading 3 Things to do Before Deciding to Buy a Home

The Ten Commandments of Buying a Home

Buying a home can be one of the most stressful times in your life, and the waiting period between application and approval usually has you waiting with bated breath each day for word to arrive from the lender. You can make the road to getting your house a lot less stressful by following the ten … Continue reading The Ten Commandments of Buying a Home

Record Sales in Manatee and Sarasota Counties for 2015

Record Sales in Manatee and Sarasota Counties for 2015!   I’ve been dealing in real estate in Bradenton and the surrounding area for a long time, but even I couldn’t have predicted the sales figures that we put up to close the year in 2015. Manatee and Sarasota Counties have reported record real estate sales … Continue reading Record Sales in Manatee and Sarasota Counties for 2015

Why 2016 is a Great Time to Buy a Home

    Buying a home is one of the biggest, if not the biggest, decision that a person or couple ever makes, so it’s no surprise that a lot of people are on the fence, wondering if they should invest in their future now or hold off for a better time. Good news is that, … Continue reading Why 2016 is a Great Time to Buy a Home