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SPRING TRAINING IN FLORIDA…

Feb
22

 Yes it is that time of year… Spring Training in Florida. It is a great opportunity to see your favorite team up close. Sarasota County is home to the Pirates (Bradenton), Orioles (Sarasota), Rays (Port Charlotte), Red Sox (Fort Myers) and Twins (Fort Myers). Within driving distance you can also see the Tigers (Lakeland), Blue [...]

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Gecko’s Grill & Pub: Great Food, Great Spirits, Great Fun!

Feb
21

Gecko’s Grill & Pub has been a favorite for locals and tourists alike since 1992!  Whether out on your own, with your family or joining a group of friends, Gecko’s Grill & Pubs are the perfect place to relax and enjoy the camaraderie of a favorite neighborhood grill and sports bar.
Serving lunch, dinner and a [...]

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Sarasota/Bradenton – #5 Turnaround Town In The Country

Feb
18

The Sarasota-Bradenton area was just named the #5 turnaround town in the country by www.Realtor.com.
That’s no surprise out here in the trenches – my phone has been ringing off the hook, most listings I market receive multiple offers in the first week, and there’s a real feeling of optimism among my customers and my co-workers.
In [...]

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Real Estate Outlook Sarasota & Manatee Counties January 2012

Feb
16

The New Year Starts With Strong Pending Sales
Although available inventory increased slightly in January over December as sellers return to
the market after the holidays, inventory is significantly down year over year and the months of
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Three Types Of Lending For Investors

Feb
15

One of the most important aspects to investing in real estate is how you finance your property. Although all other factors may look favorable, having no or little access to good terms could be a deal breaker. Therefore, before doing anything else, it is important that you begin to line up some potential sources and [...]

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Sarasota – The Smallest Top-10 Destination In The U.S.!

Feb
09

Is it the warm weather? The awesome beaches?  … or just something in the water?
It doesn’t matter – people are moving to Sarasota in DROVES. Moments ago, Penske Truck Rental released their annual top-10 list of places to which people are moving.  For the second year in a row, Sarasota came in at #9.
Here’s the [...]

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Lakewood Ranch Ranks #9 in Top Selling Master-Planned Communities in the US

Feb
09

Nothing is so fine as being number nine!
Lakewood Ranch has just been ranked as the ninth best selling master-planned community in the United States!
The California-based John Burns Consulting has ranked Lakewood Ranch in the top 10 selling master-planned communities in the United States, with 391 new home sales in 2011.
Coming in at number 9, Lakewood Ranch [...]

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Sarasota History Alive 18th Edition

Feb
08

St. Armands Key has its roots firmly planted in John Ringling’s vision of becoming a beautiful residential area, with a centralized shopping and park feature to attract the well-to-do. What’s more, he knew that imported European statuary would add greatly to making this a reality. St. Armand’s has an interesting history.
 

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New Trends in Kitchen Remodeling

Feb
03

Mulling over a kitchen remodel but want to keep costs low? You’re au courant with today’s trends that emphasize options and high-tech wizardry at affordable prices.
 
Trend #1: Remodeling scales back
A new focus on moderation and value has entered the remodeling mind-set. Trends that are likely to show up in your kitchen next year include:
You’ll repair [...]

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Sarasota History Alive 17th Edition

Feb
02

In 1907 Dr. Wilson purchased the home located on the southeast corner of Ringling Boulevard and South Orange Avenue from Edgar Ferdon, a local architect. The house was not only the Wilson home, but also Dr. Wilson’s medical office. He and his wife Fannie (the daughter of Sarasota pioneer C.L. Reaves) had two sons who [...]

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