Lunar Trifecta: Blue Moon, Supermoon, Total Lunar Eclipse
The moon is providing a rare triple treat this week.On Wednesday, much of the world will get to see not only a blue moon and a supermoon, but also a total lunar eclipse, all rolled into one. There hasn’t been a triple lineup like this since 1982 and ...
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Posted by Judie Berger on January 30, 2018 in Real Estate Market Updates
Featured Property of the Day: 8531 Woodbriar Drive in Deer Creek
Spectacular lakefront executive pool home in the highly desirable, conveniently located and gated community of Deer Creek on Palmer Ranch. The well-designed split floor plan offers three bedrooms, three-and-a-half baths plus office and bonus room ...
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Posted by Judie Berger on January 27, 2018 in Featured Property of the Day
Friday Fun: The Life of Riley
Riley loves to be in the yard, watching and listening to all the goings on...
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Posted by Judie Berger on January 26, 2018 in Lifestyle & Personal Interest
New Listing: 5178 Oakmont Place on Siesta Key
Inspired by beautiful Caribbean estates, this fabulous, custom-built, Lee Wetherington Signature home on Siesta Key’s Grand Canal is your perfect island getaway. Elevated and sited on an estate-sized double lot, relax on the front porch or back ...
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Posted by Judie Berger on January 23, 2018 in Judie Berger
Cold Weather Comfort Food
When the weather gets chilly, sometimes nothing will do but a bowl of homemade chicken noodle soup. Here's a recipe from Taste of Home that is sure to help keep you warm!Click here for recipe.
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Posted by Judie Berger on January 22, 2018 in Lifestyle & Personal Interest
Open House Today from 1 to 4 PM! 5790 Midnight Pass Road, #209, Siesta Key
Open Today from 1 to 4 pm! This is a beautiful 1,433-square-foot condominium in one of the best resorts on Siesta Key, Gulf & Bay Club. This two-bedroom, two-bath renovated residence is nicely appointed with plenty of room to live the island ...
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Posted by Judie Berger on January 21, 2018 in Real Estate Market Updates
Friday Fun: The Life of Riley
Riley is all worn out after bringing in the mail. She snuggled into a nice warm bed for the afternoon.
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Posted by Judie Berger on January 19, 2018 in Lifestyle & Personal Interest
Pantone Color of the Year
Every December, Pantone selects its "Color of the Year." The color chosen for 2018 is a deep purple called Ultra Violet. Pantone says it chose this color because it conveys “originality and ingenuity, [and] is a distinctive and complex purple shade ...
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Posted by Judie Berger on January 18, 2018 in Lifestyle & Personal Interest
Featured Property of the Day: 7542 Conservation Court, Sarasota
Enjoy privacy and natural surroundings in this fabulous custom-designed Arthur Rutenberg home built by M. Pete McNabb. This four-bedroom, three-and-a-half-bath home with office and lakefront bonus room offers more than 3,900 square feet and will not ...
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Posted by Judie Berger on January 17, 2018 in Featured Property of the Day
Florida Named Best State to Retire
WalletHub has named the State of Florida the best place to retire in 2018. In order to identify the most retirement-friendly states, WalletHub compared the 50 states across three key dimensions: 1) Affordability, 2) Quality of Life and 3) Health ...
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Posted by Judie Berger on January 16, 2018 in Featured Property of the Day
I Have a Dream...
It was so amazing to travel to Washington, D.C. a few months ago... One of the most incredibly inspiring landmarks to see was the Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial. To see the memorial, to stand on the steps of the Lincoln Memorial, in the same space ...
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Posted by Judie Berger on January 15, 2018 in Real Estate Market Updates
Featured Property of the Day: 3919 Higel Avenue, Siesta Key
Build your waterfront dream home on desirable north Siesta Key! Boaters will love this sailboat water location with easy access to Sarasota Bay and the Gulf of Mexico. This beautiful building site is conveniently located near the white sand and ...
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Posted by Judie Berger on January 14, 2018 in Judie Berger
Things To Do: Sarasota Winter Fine Art Festival - Saturday 1/13 & Sunday 1/14
If you're looking for something fun to do this weekend, check out the 6th Annual Sarasota Winter Fine Art Festival in downtown Sarasota on Saturday and Sunday, January 13-14, 2018. The show features artwork by local, regional and national artisans ...
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Posted by Judie Berger on January 13, 2018 in Things To Do - Sarasota
Friday Fun: The Life of Riley
Here's a fun Friday flashback! Riley has always loved bringing in the mail and newspaper! And, oh, that face...
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Posted by Judie Berger on January 12, 2018 in Lifestyle & Personal Interest
Sarasota Area Ranks High Among Best-Performing Cities
AÂ recent report from the Milken Institute ranks the North Port-Sarasota-Bradenton metro area 6th in their list of Best Large Cities for economic development. The region gained twenty places and tops the chart in 12-month job growth.The Milken ...
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Posted by Judie Berger on January 11, 2018 in Judie Berger
Declutter Your Home
 Houzz.com featured a great article on decluttering your home. It's a month-by-month plan to tackle each area of your home and get rid of all those unwanted items that tend to clutter a space... Click here for the full article and be on your way to ...
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Posted by Judie Berger on January 10, 2018 in Real Estate Market Updates
A Recipe for Soup...
The weather has warmed up again, but there are more chilly days to come. Keep this soup recipe on hand for when they do! American Lifestyle Magazine shared this recipe for Spicy Red Lentil Soup with Butternut Squash and Cauliflower and it sounds ...
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Posted by Judie Berger on January 9, 2018 in Lifestyle & Personal Interest
Featured Property of the Day: 5823 Riegel's Harbor Road
Savor tranquil views of the deep-water, protected boating harbor with direct access to the Intracoastal Waterway, under a mile to the USA’s top-rated Siesta Beach. Beautifully remodeled and located in a coveted, tropical, gated boating ...
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Posted by Judie Berger on January 8, 2018 in Featured Property of the Day
Open House Today from 1 to 4 PM! 5790 Midnight Pass Road, #209, Siesta Key
Open Today from 1 to 4 pm! This is a beautiful 1,433-square-foot condominium in one of the best resorts on Siesta Key, Gulf & Bay Club. This two-bedroom, two-bath renovated residence is nicely appointed with plenty of room to live the island ...
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Posted by Judie Berger on January 7, 2018 in Real Estate Market Updates
Meditation to Reduce Stress
As we begin the New Year thoughts turn to resolutions and promises to make our lives better. Relieving stress and anxiety in a busy and stressful world can work wonders for the way we feel on any given day...American Lifestyle Magazine recently ...
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Posted by Judie Berger on January 6, 2018 in Lifestyle & Personal Interest