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Mortgage Rates by Decade Compared to Today

Some Highlights:

  • The interest rate you secure for your mortgage greatly influences your monthly housing costs.
  • In the 1980s, 30-year fixed mortgage rates averaged in the high 12s making the monthly principal and interest payment over $2,000.
  • Interest rates are still at historic lows; this is a great time lock in your housing cost and protect yourself from increasing rents, or refinance your current
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No Snow. No State Income Tax. No Problem.

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Last week we saw a set of statistics that adds an interesting perspective to Florida’s explosive new population growth. In 1910, New York had 43 seats in the U.S. House of Representatives while Florida had four.  Today both states have 27 representatives in the House, with Florida having recently moved past New [...]

Existing Home Sales Bounce Back Despite Low Inventory

Some Highlights:

  • Sales in December were 14.7% higher than those in November, marking the largest month-over-month increase ever recorded.
  • Inventory levels are still below historic norms at 3.9-months supply.
  • Median home price is up 7.6% from last year, marking the 46th consecutive month with year-over-year price gains.

My Sanctuary listing is now Pending!

Opportunity Knocks! This rarely available NW corner residence where unobstructed breathtaking views and glorious sunsets await you. This tastefully furnished condo offers 3 en-suite bedrooms with slightly over 3100 sq. ft. It is a perfect setting to enjoy entertaining your friends and family. The 800 sq. ft. wraparound terrace allows you to [...]

Just Sold for $1,025,000 in Marina Bay on Longboat Key!

Wow, where can you find so much value for such a great price. Marina Bay, with only 60 residences, is a well-kept secret nestled in a secluded part of Bay Isles on beautiful Longboat Key. This spacious three bedroom, two and one half bath condo lives like a single family residence with approximately 3197 sq. ft. You will enjoy your morning [...]

10 Most Popular Homes for Sale of 2015 in Sarasota & Beyond

10 Most Popular Homes for Sale of 2015 in Sarasota & Beyond

By: | December 30, 2015 | Share Tweet Email
MichaelSaunders.com saw over 12.5 million views in 2015.  We thought it would be interesting to find out which Manatee, Charlotte, and Sarasota homes for sale lead the pack in popularity. Nine out of ten are located on one of our barrier islands, while 50% reside on the same [...]

Top Reason to List Your Home for Sale Now!

If you are debating listing your house for sale this year, here is the #1 reason not to wait!

Buyer Demand Continues to Outpace the Supply of Homes For Sale

The National Association of REALTORS’ (NAR) Chief Economist, Lawrence Yun recently commented on the inventory shortage: “While feedback from REALTORS® continues to suggest [...]
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