Posts made by author 'Stephanie Hollender'
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Get to Know Sarasota's Best Neighborhoods
5 Great Sarasota Neighborhoods to Live
Finding yourself thinking about Sarasota homes?
A Florida city whose rich history dates all the way back to 1763, it is nicknamed "Paradise" by its 53,000 residents. Though the greater metro area is home to more than 700,000 people, it's the picturesque surrounding communities that often attract homeowners moving to the state.
When you choose Sarasota, you have access to some of Florida's most dynamic cities – but you can disappear into the peaceful tranquility of any number of gorgeous beachfront towns. The Sarasota Keys offer a truly unique experience to those lucky enough to live there.
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Five Favorite Anna Maria Island Restaurants
Visit the Best Dining Spots on Anna Maria Island
Anna Maria Island, FL is a truly unique community, and that commitment to originality is always on display at the diverse dining destinations around the island. As you might expect from a seaside town, many of Anna Maria Island's most popular dining spots are big on serving fresh, locally sourced seafood, with entree inspirations from around the world. Enjoying a meal on the island is as much about the scenery as it is about the food on your plate. Let's just say you won't have any trouble finding waterfront dining when you call Anna Maria Island, FL home.
One of the nice things about living on Anna Maria Island is that there's a dining spot for every occasion. You can enjoy an elegant, sit-down meal by the sea, or head straight from the beach to a bistro in your flip-flops. No matter the occasion, Anna Maria homes for sale put you close to the action on the island.
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Buying a Home in a Florida Tree City Near You
Celebrating Our Community's Tree Cities
National Arbor Day is Friday, April 28. It recognizes the role trees play in our daily lives and promotes tree planting and care. In addition to the benefits trees provide in our communities, planting trees on your own property is an excellent way to boost your home's curb appeal. Homes for sale with mature trees on the property provide more than beauty. They increase the value of your home. The USDA Forest Service has said, healthy mature trees can add an average of 10 percent to a property's value.
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Best Restaurants in Sarasota for Easter Dining
Sarasota REALTORS® Pick Five Favorite Restaurants
When it comes to celebrating a holiday, there nothing better than spending time with family and friends over a good meal. Easter Sunday is no exception. Nothing says Easter quite like a big brunch with the family.
Even though Easter Sunday is just a few days away, if you "hop to it," there's still time to make reservations. Our REALTORS® in Sarasota live and work in our community and have created this Sarasota Restaurant Guide of their five favorite restaurants with something special planned for Easter Sunday.
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Loving Life in Lakewood Ranch, FL
Lakewood Ranch Designed with Residents in Mind
31,000 acres, 15 neighborhoods, and world-class amenities around every corner. The master-planned community of Lakewood Ranch, FL is anything but average--and that's no accident. From the start, the community was designed with its residents in mind, so that you can find everything you need in a peaceful, secure, scenic Florida setting. There are homes here to fit every buyer in Lakewood Ranch and enough recreation activities to keep you busy for years to come.