Mike's Sarasota Blog

Sarasota Ranked No. 5 Best Place to Live in the U.S.
Sarasota jumped to the No. 5 position on U.S. News & World Report's Best Places to Live in the U.S. list for 2023-2024, and retained its No. 1 ranking fo…

Best Sarasota Waterfront Restaurants
Favorite restaurants with outdoor seating to eat and drink on the water, from ultra-casual to fine dining. The Boatyard Waterfront Bar and Grill1500 Sti…

Housing Front Update
Can birth rates stunt real estate? Are the two related? What might be the impact of a declining population on demand for housing and, therefore, real es…

Why It's Important To Work With A REALTOR®
When purchasing or selling a property, it is always a good idea to work with a professional, especially when it comes to the largest financial asset you…

Things You Shouldn't Do When Buying a Home
With a never ending list of everything you ‘should do’ when purchasing a home, it seems counterproductive to focus on what you should not do. But being a…

Should I Rent or Buy a Home?
Purchasing a home will inevitably be the biggest financial discussion of your life. And the decision as to whether it is the right time to purchase a hom…