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By The Legacy Group, The LegacyGroup of CrossCountry Mortgage
(CrossCountry Mortgage)
Veteran’s Home Loans for Anna Maria FloridaIf you are reading this, you or a family member have likely served in our military.  First off, we would like to say a sincere “Thank You” for your service!  We recognize that not only do our Veterans sacrifice by serving, but their families do as well-, and we owe you all a debt of gratitude!One of the best benefits Veterans and their families receive due to their service to our great country is the VA home loan benefits.  We are going to outline just a few of these significant benefits in this article for you. Here are some of the major benefits you may receive by using your VA home loan benefits:*100% financing available- one of the very few loans available with no down payment!*Lower rates available than most loan programs- which saves you ...
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By Olympus Executive Realty Inc., Home Of The Top Producers
(Olympus Executive Realty INC.)
ANNA MARIA HOTELS, MOTELS & RESORTS FOR SALE, ANNA MARIA, FLORIDA PLEASE CALL FOR CURRENT & UPDATED INFORMATION ON WHAT IS AVAILABLE. Are you looking for Hotels, Motels & Resorts to add to your Local or Global investment portfolio?We can represent you in the acquisition of any hotel, motel & resort property in the U.S. Bankrupt Properties / Bank Managed Properties / Regular Sale / Broken AssetRepresentation is everything, contact a specialist that knows the inner working of the hotel/motel/resort world.The foundation of our investment sales is the depth of our local market knowledge, The firm has closed, Thousands of investment transactions for private and institutional investors. By closing more transactions annually than any other firm, our investment professionals are able to provide...
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By Jen Bowman, Realtor - Anna Maria Island & Bradenton FL
(Keller Williams on the Water)
Planning a move or vacation to Anna Maria Island?  Here's some ideas for things to do on this old Florida barrier Island on the Gulf of Mexico. 1.  Park the car and walk, bike or take the free island trolley around.  You can also take the Monkey Bus! The monkey bus is a service that will take you around the island for tips.  There's even a karaoke machine on there for added fun. 2.  Go to the beach.  There is public beach access all over the island.  3.  Build sandcastles or sand sculptures.   If you dig holes, please fill them in before you leave the beach.  They can be dangerous for people walking on the beach at night.  During Turtle Season May through October, the sea turtles can get stuck in as they make their way to the water, making them easy prey for the birds. 4.  Collect seash...
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By Jen Bowman, Realtor - Anna Maria Island & Bradenton FL
(Keller Williams on the Water)
Anna Maria Island Events - November 2014 There's always plenty of things to do on Anna Maria Island.  Here's this weekend's line up of events:   Yoga on the Beach - Donation based Yoga on the Beach - 8:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. Saturdays and Sundays (weather permitting) At the beach access at the end of Pine Ave in Anna Maria, FL.   Sunrise Shutter Stroll - Early morning nature photography walk at Leffis Key in Bradenton Beach 6:15 a.m. to 8:15 a.m.  Leffis Key is across Gulf Drive from Coquina Beach. Join photographer Dotty Motta for a spectacular sunrise viewed from the Leffis Key overlook then stick around for a chance to photograph the tiny island’s migratory birds. This is a special early morning program to make use of the golden light of sunrise - don’t miss out! Program suitable for a...
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By Jen Bowman, Realtor - Anna Maria Island & Bradenton FL
(Keller Williams on the Water)
  July 4th Fireworks on Anna Maria Island - On Anna Maria Island, we'll have a bonus and have fireworks on 2 days.  Thursday July 3rd,  2014  shortly after 8 p.m. Fireworks will be on the beach at the BeachHouse Restaurant in Bradenton Beach on Anna Maria Island.   Parking will be limited so it’s best to park your car and take the free Anna Maria Island trolley.   BeachHouse Restaurant - 200 Gulf Drive North in Bradenton Beach, FL 34217 July 4th Parade - Before the fireworks, there's a parade.  Plan to celebrate all day.  The parade starts at Coquina Beach at 10 a.m. and travels north on Anna Maria Island to Bayfront Park.  It will probably end around noon.  Friday July 4th , 2014  shortly after 8 p.m.  Fireworks will be on the beach at the Sandbar Restaurant at the north end of Anna Ma...
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By Jen Bowman, Realtor - Anna Maria Island & Bradenton FL
(Keller Williams on the Water)
Anna Maria Island Real Estate Stats - June 2014 Real Estate on Anna Maria Island- June 2014 from www.BowmanSellsHomes.com  There are currently 278 active homes for sale on Anna Maria Island, Florida which includes the cities of Anna Maria, Holmes Beach and Bradenton Beach.  The average listing price for Real Estate on Anna Maria Island during the month of June is $918,384. The median list price in January for single family residential and condo/town home properties on Anna Maria Island is $675,000. The typical home for sale during the month of June on Anna Maria Island is a 3 bedroom, 3 bath home with 1,837 square feet.  To break down pricing further we can look at price by bedrooms on Anna Maria Island. During the month of June a 2 bedroom home's average for sale price is $490,966 whil...
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By Faith Pennybaker, The Pennybaker Team - Just Makes Good "Cents"
(The Pennybaker Team )
Anna Maria Island Tour of Homes   The Annual Anna Maria Island Tour of Homes is being held on 10AM to 4PM on Saturday March 15. (Tickets are $20.) The Annual Tour leads participants through choice Anna Maria Island homes.  These homes are selected to reflect the very best of tropical island living with views of celebrated architecture, upscale interiors and spectacular waterfront views. Many attend the tour for Florida home and interior decorating ideas. For more information about the tour, contact Sandee Pruitt at (941) 778-1908 ext. 0. Looking to Buy Anna Maria Island Real Estate? Then call us for your free tour of stunning waterfront homes for sale on Anna Maria Island in Southwest Florida. CONTACT US TODAY
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By Jen Bowman, Realtor - Anna Maria Island & Bradenton FL
(Keller Williams on the Water)
Anna Maria Island Real Estate Stats - January 2014 Real Estate on Anna Maria Island- January 2014 from www.BowmanSellsHomes.com  There are currently 281 active homes for sale on Anna Maria Island, Florida which includes the cities of Anna Maria, Holmes Beach and Bradenton Beach.  The average listing price for Real Estate on Anna Maria Island during the month of January is $814,681. The median list price in January for single family residential and condo/town home properties on Anna Maria Island is $629,000. The typical home for sale during the month of January on Anna Maria Island is a 3 bedroom, 2 bath home with 1,742 square feet.  To break down pricing further we can look at price by bedrooms on Anna Maria Island. During the month of January a 2 bedroom home's average for sale price i...
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By Jen Bowman, Realtor - Anna Maria Island & Bradenton FL
(Keller Williams on the Water)
Anna Maria Island Real Estate Report October 2013 -  As we meet people on Anna Maria Island, they often want to know how the real estate market is doing.  The following statistics show that homes on average are selling at a higher price in a shorter amount of time than the same month in 2012.  Here is an analysis of residential property on Anna Maria Island in Florida. October 2013 Real Estate on Anna Maria Island Homes Sold 29 Foreclosure or Short Sale Properties on Anna Maria Island 3 Average Days on Market 121 Average List Price $663,793 Average Sold Price $617,359 Range $213,500 - $2,575,000   October 2012 Real Estate on Anna Maria Island Homes Sold 29 Foreclosure or Short Sale properties on Anna Maria Island 2 Average Days on Market 259 Average List Price $579,876 Average Sold Pri...
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By Jen Bowman, Realtor - Anna Maria Island & Bradenton FL
(Keller Williams on the Water)
Halloween Events on Anna Maria Island 11th Annual Canine Halloween Costume Contest -  Saturday October 26th at 1 p.m.  Sign in begins for the dogs at at 12:30 p.m.  All participants must be registered at the Sun Newspaper by 10/23/2013.  Anna Maria Island Sun Plaza 202 Palm Ave, Anna MariaWalgreens Pharmacy is providing 5 x 7 photos of pet owners and their pets.  Everyone is encouraged to bring a pet toy, pet food or pet supplies for donation to the foster homes for the Manatee County No Kill Pets.   (Walgreens is an ongoing dropoff point for the cause.)---------Fall Festival with the Anna Maria Elementary PTO - Saturday October 26th 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Children's parade begins at 10 a.m.  The festival is from 11 to 3 with live music, a haunted house, bake sale, carnival games and prize d...
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By Jen Bowman, Realtor - Anna Maria Island & Bradenton FL
(Keller Williams on the Water)
  Building Height Restrictions on Anna Maria Island -  How high can I build up on Anna Maria Island?  This question has come up several times lately, so it was time for a post about it.    Anna Maria Island is a 7 mile long barrier island on the Gulf of Mexico just north of Sarasota, Florida.   Within our little island, there are 3 city governments.  The cities of Anna Maria, Holmes Beach and Bradenton Beach all have different building height restrictions and codes.  There are a lot of older homes on Anna Maria Island.  Home buyers want to know if they can rebuild or renovate and add building height. On Anna Maria Island there are 3 different building height restrictions. Building Height Restrictions by City Anna Maria is located at the north end of Anna Maria Island.  The building heig...
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By Jen Bowman, Realtor - Anna Maria Island & Bradenton FL
(Keller Williams on the Water)
July 4th Fireworks in Manatee and Sarasota County Florida - The 4th of July Fireworks and celebrations last about a week down here but here's what's going on the 4th of July 2013.    Fireworks Spectacular over Sarasota BayDate: 7/4/2013Time: 9 pmLocation: Sarasota Bayfront Park, Florida 789, Sarasota, FL 34236Details: Good views from Sarasota Bayfront Park, Harts Landing, The John Ringling Bridge or Bird Key Park.Siesta Key: 23rd Annual 4th of July Fireworks DisplayDate: 7/4/2013Time: 9:15 PMLocation: Siesta Beach, 948-949 Beach Road, Siesta Key, FL 34242Details: Arrive early as parking fills up fast for the 25-minute display Anna Maria Island - Fireworks at the Sandbar Restaurant Date: 7/4/2013 Time: 9:15 p.m. Location:  Behind the Sandbar Restaurant on Anna Maria Island 100 Spring Ave...
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By Jen Bowman, Realtor - Anna Maria Island & Bradenton FL
(Keller Williams on the Water)
Food and Wine on Pine - Wine fest on Anna Maria Island - The 3rd Annual Food and Wine on Pine is fast approaching.  It will be Saturday May 4th, 2013.  Food and Wine on Pine is a food, wine and craft beer fest on Pine Ave on the north end of Anna Maria Island in the city of Anna Maria, FL.  Tickets will be available for purchase the food and drinks.  The ticket value is $1 and plates are on average 2 to 8 tickets.  Food and Wine on Pine is not just for the adults, there will be a kids play area set up near the bay side of Pine Ave. Highlights include: Food from over 25 of the area's finest restaurants At least 30 upscale wines Craft and domestic beers Approximately 40 juried artists More than 30 musical acts Actors depicting characters from Anna Maria's history Art Demonstrations A Chil...
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By Daniel Hilts, Daniel Hilts
(RE/MAX Alliance Group)
Anna Marie Island MLS Beach Real Estate and Luxury Home Search Featuring Oceanfront Florida Gulf Coast Properties for SaleSearch the Sartasota MLS for Anna Marie Island real estate listingsfor sale including single family homes, condos and townhomes andjust listed properties for sale.Anna Marie Island is one of the best "island keys' in Florida to livewith beaches and oceanfront homes just minutes away from Sarasota and big city life. Click the link below to see featuredAnna Marie Island beach real estate listings for sale currently on the MLS. Anna Marie Island MLS Real Estate Search click here Anna Maria Island Listings Search Anna Maria Island New Listings (3) Anna Maria Island Single Family Homes for Sale (51) Anna Maria Island Condos & Townhomes for Sale (4)More Sarasota FL Ocean V...
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By Jen Bowman, Realtor - Anna Maria Island & Bradenton FL
(Keller Williams on the Water)
Yoga on the beach on Anna Maria Island -  I had a great experience of doing yoga on the beach this morning.  You can drop by for classes on Saturdays and Sundays at 8:30 a.m. right at the beach access on the Gulf of Mexico side of Pine Ave in Anna Maria.  Reservations aren't required and donations are accepted.  The class is for all levels. There are 4 instructors that rotate through the schedule each month. Bring your water and a sheet or over sized towel to sit on.  It's a great way to start the day feeling refreshed.   If you're enjoying the island lifestyle and want to talk about buying your vacation home on Anna Maria Island or taking the plunge and living here full time, call me Jen Bowman, Broker Associate with Keller Williams Realty on the Water 941-840-0117. 
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By William True, Sarasota Real Estate
(True Sarasota Real Estate)
Anna Maria Island   Known as one of the most romantic spots in Florida, Anna Maria Island is nothing short of breathtaking. White sand beaches with sparkling waters have greeted many wedding guests, honeymooners and families who are seeking a beautiful and convenient place to get away from it all and enjoy the natural beauty this world has to offer.   The homes for sale on Anna Maria Island are nothing less!  The three island cities on Anna Maria Island (Anna Maria Beach, Holmes Beach and Bradenton Beach) offer a variety of gorgeous luxury homes whose unique styles and designes are sure to please anyone.  Of course, island life comes with a bounty of options for having fun! Some popular activities among the natives are hiking, bicycling, bird watching and roller-blading. Not to mention ...
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By Jen Bowman, Realtor - Anna Maria Island & Bradenton FL
(Keller Williams on the Water)
Property on Anna Maria Island FL - December 2012 from www.annamariaislandhomesearch.com There are currently 227 active homes for sale on Anna Maria Island, Florida. The average listing price for Property on Anna Maria Island during the month of December is $678,547. The median list price in December for single family residential and condo/town home properties on Anna Maria Island is $499,900. The typical home for sale during the month of December on Anna Maria Island is a 3 bedroom, 2 bath home.  All market data and statistics are pulled directly from the local MLS data as of December 2012. For more comprehensive Real Estate data you can go to our website at http://www.AnnaMariaIslandHomeSearch.com . Anna Maria Island Market Statistics Summary Total Homes for Sale -227 Average List Pric...
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By Marnie Matarese, Showing you the best of Sarasota!
(DWELL REAL ESTATE)
A Hamburger steeped in atmosphere and history…..   When I moved to Sarasota in 1984 one of the first places I was introduced to by the locals was a hamburger joint called “Duffy’s Tavern.” It was right across the street from the Manatee Public beach in a little shack with no air-conditioning and a few tables.  The hamburgers were cooked in front of you, piled with grilled onions and served with icy cold mugs of beer to keep you cool.  Sitting next to locals and tourists alike, it was easy to start up conversations and learn about the history of Duffy’s as well as that of the island.  I made the trip from Longboat Key every month during the cooler seasons and let the summers count me as missing in action because the heat was just too much.  Then, in 2003, Duffy’s moved to a new location...
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By Linda Reynolds, Bradenton Real Estate
(Bradenton Real Estate - Linda Reynolds)
A lot has changed since you bought your Anna Maria home. Home values have tanked, unemployment has spiked and homeownership has taken a turn for the worse. Millions feel stuck in a home they can’t afford to sell because they owe more on their mortgage than the home is worth. And for many, the mortgage payment is no longer manageable, so they are slipping farther and farther behind every month. At the same time, scam artists are coming up with new schemes to take advantage of Anna Maria homeowners who are down on their luck. As a Certified Distressed Property Expert (CDPE) my mission is to help Anna Maria homeowners to steer clear of scams and figure out the best option based on their circumstances.  The fact is, no one wants to see you foreclose on your home, and more help is available ...
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By John Michailidis, Real Property Management of Sarasota & M
(Real Property Management of Sarasota & Manatee)
CLICK to Request Our FREE 48-page Short Sale eBook   Holmes Beach & Anna Maria Island Short Sale Help - Manatee County Florida - SaraMana Properties For property owners behind on mortgage payments, a Short Sale allows you to: Keep a Foreclosure off of your record. Avoid Deficiency Judgments. Recover faster from damaged credit. Get a fresh start, free from mortgage debt. Holmes Beach & Anna Maria area property owners can get more information regarding Short Sales and the Short Sale Process at FloridaForeclosureEnder.com . . .     CLICK to Register for Our Upcoming Short Sale Tele-seminar  
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