Hurricane Ian: Are You Prepared?
If you live in the potential path of Hurricane Ian, now is the time to prepare.
While living in and visiting Florida offers many benefits and advantages, it is important to keep in mind severe weather hazards and potential threats. ...
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Posted by Judie Berger on September 26, 2022 in Lifestyle & Personal Interest
Under Contract on Siesta Key!
Your Home Has Never Been Worth More
Would you like to know your home's estimated value? Our complimentary market analysis provides you with your property's current market value and suggested selling price! Just fill out the form below, and we'll ...
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Posted by Judie Berger on September 23, 2022 in Sold by Judie Berger
L'Shanah Tovah
Wishing you, your family and friends a sweet and healthy new year filled with happiness.
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Posted by Judie Berger on September 23, 2022 in Lifestyle & Personal Interest
NEW LISTING: Charming Siesta Key Bungalow on Boating Water | OPEN SATURDAY 9/24 + SUNDAY 9/25 | 1-4 PM
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Boating water direct to Sarasota Bay & the Gulf of Mexico
58’ frontage & dock on the Grand Canal
Spacious open living areas
Great Room with vaulted ceiling, abundant natural light
Wood cabinets with ample storage ...
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Posted by Judie Berger on September 23, 2022 in Featured Property of the Day
The Best Restaurants on Siesta Key
PHOTO: COASTAL HOME PHOTOGRAPHY
The island is home to one of the world’s most famous beaches, and plenty of great places to eat and party.
By Cooper Levey-Baker | Sarasota Magazine | Updated August 31, 2022
Big Water Fish ...
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Posted by Judie Berger on September 22, 2022 in Lifestyle & Personal Interest
Autumnal Equinox 2022: The First Day of Fall
The autumnal equinox—also called the September equinox or fall equinox—arrives on Thursday, September 22. The autumnal equinox is an astronomical event that marks the start of autumn (or “fall”). In ...
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Posted by Judie Berger on September 22, 2022 in Lifestyle & Personal Interest
Home Front by Budge Huskey: Real Estate in Sarasota-Manatee, Nationally, Facing Reality
by Budge Huskey | Special to the Sarasota Herald-Tribune
It’s not every day that the chief economist for the National Association of Realtors, Lawrence Yun, openly declares, “We’re in a housing recession.” Coming on the ...
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Posted by Judie Berger on September 21, 2022 in Real Estate Market Updates
Far & Wide Readers Choice: Siesta Key Is Florida’s Best Beach
By Mariana Zapata | Far & Wide on August 25, 2022
Choosing the best beach in Florida is no easy task. That's why we let our readers do the hard work with a poll.
While the contest was tight, one clear ...
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Posted by Judie Berger on September 19, 2022 in Lifestyle & Personal Interest
LIVE INSPIRED: Stunning Island Estate on Sailboat Water
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This stunning north Siesta Key estate on sailboat water offers deep-water dockage and multiple lifts for serious boaters. Experience the magnificence of this impressive, private harbor-front ...
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Posted by Judie Berger on September 16, 2022 in Featured Property of the Day
Celebrating National Hispanic Heritage Month
Each year, National Hispanic Heritage Month is observed in the U.S. from September 15 to October 15. President Lyndon Johnson introduced National Hispanic Heritage Week in 1968, and during Ronald Reagan’s presidency, Congress passed a law to ...
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Posted by Judie Berger on September 15, 2022 in Lifestyle & Personal Interest
As Seen in The Observer | 9 15 2022
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If you’re considering a move and would like to discuss detailed information about market trends in your neighborhood or consult with the Siesta Key expert on how to successfully sell your home, please contact me for a ...
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Posted by Judie Berger on September 14, 2022 in Featured Property of the Day
LIVE INSPIRED: Beautifully Renovated Condo at Siesta Key's Gulf & Bay Club
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This rarely available two-bedroom-plus-den, furnished first-floor walk-out end unit is located in Siesta Key's most sought-after residential beachfront resort, Gulf & Bay Club. Enjoy a convenient island ...
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Posted by Judie Berger on September 13, 2022 in Featured Property of the Day
LIVE INSPIRED: Spectacular, Private Island Estate on North Siesta Key
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For serious boaters and tennis enthusiasts - welcome to the Hideaway, a spectacular, private island estate sited on two parcels on Bay Island, on the coveted northern tip of Siesta Key. Through ...
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Posted by Judie Berger on September 12, 2022 in Featured Property of the Day
Build a Smarter Buyer Wish List
BY CHRISTY MURDOCK EDGAR | AMERICAN LIFESTYLE MAGAZINE
There are so many things to think about when deciding to begin a home search. How many bedrooms and bathrooms do you need? Do you want stairs or are you hoping to have everything on one ...
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Posted by Judie Berger on September 12, 2022 in Buying a Home
Never Forget | September 11, 2001
On this day, we observe Patriot Day and all that it represents – we honor the value of life, those we loved and lost, our country’s resilience, and the strength of the American spirit.
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Posted by Judie Berger on September 9, 2022 in Lifestyle & Personal Interest
Under Contract on Siesta Key!
Your Home Has Never Been Worth More
Would you like to know your home's estimated value? Our complimentary market analysis provides you with your property's current market value and suggested selling price! Just fill out the form below, and we'll ...
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Posted by Judie Berger on September 9, 2022 in Sold by Judie Berger
As Seen in The Observer | 9 8 2022
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If you’re considering a move and would like to discuss detailed information about market trends in your neighborhood or consult with the Siesta Key expert on how to successfully sell your home, please contact me for a ...
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Posted by Judie Berger on September 8, 2022 in Featured Property of the Day
BROKER OPEN HOUSE : Thursday 9/8 | 5 - 7 PM | 2 Spectacular North Siesta Key Properties
LEARN MORE ABOUT 778 SIESTA DR
LEARN MORE ABOUT 3423 LA PALOMA AVE
If you would like to schedule a private showing or receive regular email updates, please contact me to be added to our private client list. If you're considering making a move, ...
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Posted by Judie Berger on September 7, 2022 in Featured Property of the Day
Inflation and the Housing Market
We’ve all felt the effects of inflation, whether through higher gas prices or spending more on food at the grocery store, but it’s left many of us wondering what it means for the housing market. While inflation can be somewhat ...
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Posted by Judie Berger on September 7, 2022 in Real Estate Market Updates
LIVE INSPIRED: Stunning Bayfront Boating Estate on Siesta Key
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Poised on a private tropical peninsula to take full advantage of spectacular full bay and Intracoastal Waterway views, this exceptional .62-acre estate by luxury builder M. L. Collingwood enjoys ...
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Posted by Judie Berger on September 2, 2022 in Featured Property of the Day