Real Estate

How Will Hurricane Ian Affect the Local Real Estate Market?

Four real estate experts talk natural disasters, risk factors and probable increased demand for new construction.

10/06/2022 By Kim Doleatto

Back to school

Sarasota County Schools Announce Post-Ian Reopening Plans

The reopening will happen in two parts, the county school board said at a press conference today.

10/04/2022 By Kim Doleatto

Hurricane Ian

How to Help People in Florida Affected by Hurricane Ian

Check out this list of local and national organizations mobilizing to help those who suffered most.

10/03/2022 By Kim Doleatto

The storm

Battered by Hurricane Ian, Worden Farm Will Return to the Sarasota Farmers Market Next Week

"When you have these big events, like Covid and hurricanes, it keeps you grounded to the land and to each other and that's why this is our life's work," says Eva Worden.

10/01/2022 By Kim Doleatto

In Ian's Wake

Photos: More of Ian's Aftermath Around Sarasota

As Hurricane Ian moved away from Sarasota-Manatee late last night, local residents weren't sure what to expect when they opened their eyes this morning.

09/29/2022 By Megan McDonald Photography by Kim Doleatto

Hurricane Ian

Shelters Close; Ringling and North Siesta Bridge Open With Limited Access

Sarasota County has moved to a red, yellow and green-level system to inform the public about risks associated with venturing out.

09/29/2022 By Megan McDonald

Hurricane Ian

Biden Approves Major Disaster Declaration for Florida

Assistance can include grants for temporary housing and home repairs, low-interest loans to cover uninsured property losses and more.

09/29/2022 By Megan McDonald

The Damage Done

Photos: The Aftermath of Hurricane Ian

News, videos and photos of the damage wrought by Hurricane Ian are being shared throughout social media

09/29/2022 By Isaac Eger

safe pets

How to Prepare Your Pets for a Hurricane Evacuation

Like humans, your pet should have a takeaway package with everything they'll need to weather the storm. Here's what to put in it.

09/26/2022 By Kim Doleatto

cool down

The Housing Market Is Showing a Return to 'Normalcy'

For the first time since 2021, the median percentage of single-family homes sold at or above the list price was below 100 percent. A longtime Sarasota realtor shares how that's affecting sellers.

09/23/2022 By Kim Doleatto

responsible building

Sustainable Design Benefits the Planet and Your Pocketbook

Amber Whittle will be among the speakers at this week's two-day Environmental Design conference. She shares five takeaways you can implement today.

09/21/2022 By Kim Doleatto

You Teach Me and I'll Teach You

Sarasota Now Has a Pokémon Store

Poke Ballers Mart caters to people of all ages who are obsessed with Pokémon cards, games and shows.

09/16/2022 By Kim Doleatto

Cha-Ching

This Harbor Acres Home Just Sold for More Than $15 Million Cash

Located on coveted Vista Drive, the French provincial-style home is dripping with Old World elegance and custom-built features imported from France.

09/14/2022 By Kim Doleatto

New homes

A New Residential Community is Headed to Nokomis

Kicking off early next year, the Legacy Groves community is slated for completion and home sales in mid-2023.

09/13/2022 By Kim Doleatto

Paddle up

This Myakka Ranch Comes With Livestock, a Stocked Lake and Tropical Fruit Gardens

It's listed for $6,995,000 million—and you can bid on it in Sotheby's inaugural live real estate auction.

09/13/2022 By Kim Doleatto

Boom!

A Guide to the Downtown Sarasota Condo Boom

From the Rosemary District to Golden Gate Point and the bayfront, Sarasota’s skyline will never be the same again.

09/12/2022 By Kim Doleatto

Bidding Farewell

Sarasotans Mourn Queen Elizabeth II's Death

Britain's longest-serving monarch, Queen Elizabeth II, died Thursday afternoon at Balmoral Castle in Scotland. She was 96. Here's how locals are remembering her.

09/09/2022 By Kim Doleatto