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Wow!? … that about sums up my initial feelings / thoughts when considering the state of our spring 2008 real estate market in Sarasota.It is hard to imagine how rapidly the landscape is changing. Real Estate activity, mood and trends used to be discussed in terms of years. Today these factors, describing what is happening, change quarterly …. and sometimes, I’m afraid, monthly. This

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Below I've listed some statistical info that you might find helpful when looking for that perfect home or if you aren't actively looking, you just might find interesting.I am going to provide similar information regularly for different Sarasota neighborhoods. Today I will start with Longboat Key. If there is some information you would like that isn't listed below, for either Longboat Key or

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It's been a while since I last blogged and it certainly wasn't because of a lack of relevant real estate topics to write about. Perhaps it was more because there was simply too much to write about and too much being written?Over the last 10 months I believe you could pick up any publication in the US, on any day, and it would contain a leading article on the dismal state of real estate in

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With the year anniversary of Hurricane Katrina yesterday (August 29, 2006), Americans have been inundated by the Media with all kinds of "Katrina coverage".My feelings when I've watched the TV or read accounts of the desperation, heroism, failure, incompetence, compassion and generosity have ranged from anger to pride to bewilderment.I'm certain that the feelings of anger and pride are not unique

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There is a bit of irony in that for the first time in the last five years we have what is defined as a true buyers market (a market where there is an abundance of inventory and motivated sellers) yet a lack of any significant activity. So, is it really a buyers market?Sure, there are still real estate transactions taking place but taking into consideration the amount of properties on the market

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The short answer is yes and no. There is no doubt that speculators and non-motivated property owners have created an environment where buyers are more cautious than ever when they are considering a property's list price and its value.Sure we live in paradise, a community that is desirable because it is a small coastal town that in addition to the incredible beaches, a near perfect climate and

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When I think of what makes Sarasota a special place, one of the things that come to mind is the diversity in its architecture. Sarasota is no "cookie-cutter" community. You don't have to travel far to witness this diversity; you can see a number of distinguishable architecture styles all within a mile radius of downtown Sarasota. It is my opinion that this is large contributor to the rich fabric

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This is where I will start posting news and commentary regarding the luxury Sarasota real estate market. Please feel free to comment or send me feeback. I hope you will find this useful in your search for your perfect home.

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