Posts made by author 'Stephanie Hollender'
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Spending the Day at Sarasota's Marie Selby Botanical Gardens |
Sarasota certainly isn't short on beautiful scenery, but one hidden gem shines especially bright. Full of colors that rival our sunset skies and scents that evaporate stress, Marie Selby Botanical Gardens is tucked into a lush waterfront spot right next to the Marina. In between beach days on Lido and Siesta Key, you can spend a whole day exploring this downtown treasure, known simply as Selby Gardens or Selby to those with homes in Sarasota. Whether you're planning a romantic date, a fun family outing, or a solo stroll, Selby is the perfect place to do it, and it's open every day except Christmas for your convenience.
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6 Tips for Buying a Condo in Bradenton
Bradenton Beach is one of Florida's best communities to buy a condo. With a population around 1,500, it offers some of the most beautiful and enjoyable beachfront properties in the Sunshine State. However, given the community's small size, the real estate market can be a challenge.
If you have your heart set one of Bradenton's condos for sale, contact one of our REALTORS® in Bradenton from Wagner Realty. No matter where you are in your decision-making process, however, some advice always helps.
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Amazing Fourth of July Events in Sarasota
How Sarasota Celebrates the Red, White and Blue
When the night sky lights up this Fourth of July, where will you be? For families with homes in Sarasota, it's hard to get this answer wrong. Siesta Key's explosive Independence Day celebration has drawn thousands for the past 26 years, but the country's best beach isn't the only place to be on Tuesday, July 4. Our gardens, parks, and restaurants also offer world-class waterfront views and patriotic celebrations this Fourth, so you can choose your view every year.
If you live or plan to buy a house in the Sarasota-Bradenton area, just pick which body of water you want to see sparkle, and settle in for a full day or evening of Fourth of July fun. Here are some of our favorite spots to celebrate:
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Male Versus Female Differences in Buying a House
As a modern thinker, you probably believe that men and women are pretty much the same under the surface. Unfortunately, that's not true. When you're selling your home, it's important to realize that a few traditional men vs. women differences are alive and well and they can affect the sale of your home. Our REALTORS® view these differences as a challenge. As we market your home, we work with you to prevent them from becoming a roadblock to selling your home.
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Sarasota's 6 Best Places to Celebrate National Martini Day
Shaken, not Stirred in Sarasota
Don't miss another important celebration ... National Martini Day. Monday, June 19 is the holiday celebrating James Bond's favorite cocktail. That's good news for Floridians with homes in Sarasota because our beachfront city's bar scene isn't limited to Siesta Key daiquiris and Lido Beach Mai Tais. We also know how to make a mean martini.
Today, Sarasota, FL has some of the most sophisticated bars and restaurants in the Sunshine State. Here are six of the most promising places to order a martini on June 19: