For a short period in August, mortgage rates dipped into 5%. This led to a big jump in new home sales month over month. Experts say these lower interest rates made more buyers jump into a contract. ...
August was a great month for new home builders. New homes saw an unexpected jump in sales this past August. However, due to high inventory levels and mortgage rates, we also saw a huge dip in the average sell prices. These are the signs we’...
Construction work has begun at improving the popular SRQ Airport. When completed, five new gates will be created via a new ground boarding facility. Construction teams are racing to get it completed by October of 2024. Until then, the existi...
With the boom in home sales in 2021, county commissioners will be faced with a good problem (or bad depending on how you view taxes). The adjusted property taxes for all the home sales means double digit increases in potential spending for cou...
As the United States battles inflation concerns, JP Morgan has analyzed the major markets to try and predict potential downturns. Overall, their report indicated our area had a slight tendency for a price correction, however it was not indicat...
Sellers are beginning to retreat in the housing market bidding wars. For the first time since March 2021, buyers have not been forced into paying over asking price. This is a big deal as we are seeing some leverage finally return to buyers in ...
Closing day is always an exciting time for my clients. The idea of walking into their dream home is thrilling. However, I always work with my clients on the days prior to closing to complete a final walk through of the property. These are cr...
Here is an exciting way to learn more about the area. Whether you are new to the area or a local you are bound to have some fun and learn something new with Discover Sarasota Tours. Hop aboard their air-conditioned trolley for a narrated tour....
Sarasota County continues to identify allocations for major projects associated with the American Rescue Plan Act. The $84.2 million is primarily going towards acquiring affordable housing units, water quality improvements, salary payments for...
Over a decade in the making, the revitalized property along the city of Sarasota waterfront will finally be opening this month. The ten-day long grand opening at Bay Park will feature over 90 musical guests, newly finished amenities, and much ...