Medicare.gov Ranks Sarasota Memorial Hospital Five Stars - Highest Rating Last week the Federal Government's Hospital Compare website continued to rank Sarasota Memorial Hospital in the highest tier with Five Stars.  In fact, Sarasota Memorial Hospital is one of only 111 hospitals nationwide to be awarded this ranking and the only hospital in all of Florida!The official U.S. site, Medicare.gov, provides these scores for patients who are planning medical procedures.  The rankings are based on data that is revised quarterly for health care quality.  Some of the criteria measured are readmission rates, patient safety, mortality rates and overall patient experience.Excellent health care no matter what your age is just one factor to consider when looking to relocate.  While Sarasota has so m... 10/28/2016

Specializing in Corporate and Military Relocations Within the Mid- to Luxury Price Point (SARASOTA, FL) – October 26, 2016 – Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Florida Realty warmly welcomes Realtor Karen Pressley to its Sarasota Office.  This latest assignment with BHHS Florida Realty marks a personal and professional goal for Karen who has long dreamed of working in coastal Florida and living near her family in Sarasota County. Always striving for excellence, Karen says the most rewarding challenge she has ever experienced in her entrepreneurial career is being a realtor because she gets to use skills from past professions to deliver well-rounded real estate services to clients. Four years ago, Karen transitioned from her career as a college professor at a metro Atlanta university teachi... 10/26/2016

5037 REMINGTON DRIVE, SARASOTA, FL Just Listed 3D Property Tour Description Photos Maps & Local Schools Print Brochure $ Click for current price4 BEDROOMS | 3 (3 full ) BATHROOMS | 1908 SQUARE FEET Follow This Home! Sarasota Homes For Sale Search All Homes For Sale Homes Close to Where You Work Free Home Values Mortgage & Refinance Free List of Foreclosed Homes For Sale Presented By: The Buetergerds Team Keller Williams Realty Select 941-894-4063 Licensed In: FL License #: SL3223298   Schedule a Showing/Request Info Property Description Text 41976 to 25678 for more information Stunning mid-century modern courtyard home in Indian Beach Sapphire Shores will take your breath away. Just unpack your bags and plan your welcome home pool party. When you walk in the doors you step into a 700 s... 09/29/2016

(SARASOTA, FL) -  The vibrant city of Sarasota will be adding to its world renowned architecture with the ground-breaking ceremony for a boutique condominium project at 1500 State Street on September 26th from 11:00 am – 1:00 pm. Downtown Sarasota is the location for this event that will kick-off construction on 20 condo residences, built by Jackson & Associates GC,  that are sure to be a jewel in the crown of the city’s main center.    “We are pleased to start construction on schedule. With over 50% sold and the majority of the lease space spoken for, we know this is fulfilling a need within downtown Sarasota,” commented project builder, Tom Jackson, Jackson & Associates GC. Offering five unique one and two-bedroom floor plans, these properties promise the best in urban living. Choice ... 09/14/2016

It is with great pleasure that the Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Florida Realty team congratulates Pam Charron on recently earning her broker’s license in the state of Florida. To earn the distinction of real estate broker, Pam was required to successfully complete a 45-hour post-licensing course, a 72-hour pre-licensing course, and pass the Florida Real Estate Broker Examination, which she did with flying colors! As one of the top sales professionals in the Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Florida Realty Sarasota Region and the company, Pam is a perfect candidate for this latest achievement which will be strengthened by other prestigious designations she has earned including Certified Residential Sales Specialist, Certified Luxury Home Marketing Specialist, Resort & Second Property Sp... 09/12/2016

Sarasota - Life in Paradise - My Top Three Reasons1.  The Number One Beach in America - Siesta Key BeachBack in 2011 Siesta Key Beach was ranked as the Number One Beach in America by Dr. Steve Leatherman, aka "Dr. Beach".  Prior to that time, Siesta Key Beach was mainly known to locals and seasonal visitors.  Since then tourism has soared.  This expansive beach of white quartz sand is amazing.  The quartz is said to filter down from the Mississippi River and travel by Gulf currents to be deposited here.  Siesta Key Beach is one of the few beaches to actually get larger each year.   The 99% pure white quartz sand stays cool to the touch no matter how hot the temperature may get.  The City of Sarasota recently renovated and expanded the Beach Pavilion and surrounding areas making this tru... 09/07/2016

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Florida Realty is excited to welcome Kelly Rosenberg to its team of real estate sales professionals in Sarasota!A Connecticut native, Kelly is fortunate to have moved to Sarasota not once, but twice! This world traveler offers her clients a wealth of knowledge with nearly 30 years of experience working with the public and providing people with the tools and expertise to reach their goals and exceed their expectations.Kelly first earned her Florida Real Estate license in 1988. It was just a few years later and she was on the move. Over the next 20 years, her husband’s career as a golf resort company executive took them to many interesting places. They had the pleasure of living in amazing golf communities in Florida, Puerto Rico, Pinehurst, NC and Hot Spri... 08/19/2016

 Sarasota Memorial Hospital Rated #2 In Florida!  Sarasota Memorial Hospital is one of only two hospitals in the State of Florida and one of 102 in the United States to receive a 5-star rating from Medicare.  The recently released report is intended to help potential patients make informed decisions when considering surgery or other medical procedures. Sarasota Memorial Hospital is a community or non-profit, 819-bed regional medical center and the pride of Sarasota, consistently rated highly statewide and around the country. Sarasota Memorial Hospital is one of the area's largest employers. The federally funded and operated Medicare system used 64 measures in their study of 3,662 hospitals nationwide.  Among these were a hospital's readmission rate, patient safety, mortality rates and p... 07/29/2016

New homes for sale at Vilano by DR HortonDR Horton - a national builderDR Horton is a national builder and has been in business for over 35 years. DR Horton homes are designed to offer livable floor plans, energy efficient features, quality and value. They have been building many communities in Manatee and Sarasota counties. Today they offer their Express Homes series which are well built, entry level homes. Their DR Horton brand stands for beautiful floor plans, amenities within the community, and the homes can be upgraded using finishes from their design center. The Emerald Home division offers luxury and livable homes. Here a buyer has the most options to upgrade their homes. Vilano is part of the Emerald Homes division and buyers can choose from a variety of elegant options to custo... 07/21/2016

Living West of the Trail in SarasotaWest of the Trail? Where is that? US41, also called Tamiami Trail, runs from north to south through Sarasota. Actually, it starts in Tam(pa) and ends in (M)iami. Hence the name Tamiami Trail. Tamiami Trails runs a few blocks east of Sarasota Bayfront. The close proximity to the bay and Sarasota downtown makes these neighborhoods very desirable. Indian Beach Sapphire Shores One of the neighborhoods West of the Trails is Indian Beach Sapphire Shores. This neighborhood is north of downtown Sarasota and is surrounded by New College, Ringling School of Arts, and FSU. There are a variety of different homes for sale in Indian Beach Sapphire Shores. They range from the $200,000's going into the millions. There is something for everyone. One thing this neighbo... 07/18/2016

Listings to Leads - eFlyers   JUST LISTED     SARASOTA, FL Home for Sale!   Property Video Description 3D Property Tour Photos Maps & Local More       Sarasota Homes For Sale   7623 ALBERT TILLINGHAST DRIVE SARASOTA, FL 34240   Bedrooms: 4 | Bathrooms: 3 full, 1 half | List Price: $ Get Current Price | 4151 square feet     OFFICIAL LISTING AGENT: JOHN BUETERGERDS - CALL 941-894-4063 FOR MORE INFORMATION Enjoy an experience that will always feel enchanting and luxurious every time you arrive at home. In the owners words, "From the moment you walk in you'll feel at home. Every area of the home has a charming surprise to discover. This home never gets old, it is always peaceful, inviting, and it has a calming character." Tasteful and spacious within: living in this home has the perfect bal... 06/23/2016

(SARASOTA, FL) - Through the years, real estate has traditionally lent itself to the family dynamic.  It is evident throughout the industry, and most certainly on the Abbe-Mullinnix team.  Though the team, Abbe | Mullinnix Distinctive Properties, is named for partners Steve Abbe and Betty Mullinnix, the team’s third (and mostly silent) Realtor® is Gene Bretoi, Mullinnix’s husband.  Joan Marie Erni, the Team Coordinator, a former New York State Associate Broker, worked alongside her mother for many years in real estate companies on Long Island prior to moving to Sarasota.  Most recently, Shannon Abbe has joined the team as a part-time administrative assistant.  Shannon, a senior at Riverview High School, is the daughter of Steve Abbe.  She will work assisting the team throughout the summ... 06/16/2016

  Sarasota Embraces Our Differences 2016The 2016 annual exhibit, Embracing Our Diffences, including 45 billboard size images prominently displayed  on the Sarasota bayfront ends today.  Each canvas includes a work of art and a quote from artists and school children from around the world.  My first visit to this annual exhibit years back was one of the reasons I made the decision to move to this vibrant and welcoming city on the Florida Gulf Coast.  Embracing Our Differences' message to me was that Sarasota was a very warm, welcoming place for everyone. As stated on the Embracing Our Differences website, the vision of the organization is as follows: "We envision a world that embraces diversity, respects differences and actively rejects hatred and prejudice." Since moving to Sarsota I hav... 05/31/2016

6609 Jarvis Rd, Sarasota, FL Just Listed Description Photos Maps & Local Schools Print Brochure Find Our Your House Value Virtual 3D Tour $ Click for current price4 BEDROOMS | 2 (2 full ) BATHROOMS | 1514 SQUARE FEET Follow This Home! Sarasota Homes For Sale Search All Homes For Sale Homes Close to Where You Work Free Home Values Mortgage & Refinance Free List of Foreclosed Homes For Sale Presented By: The Buetergerds Team Keller Williams Realty Select 941-894-4063 Licensed In: FL License #: SL3223298   Schedule a Showing/Request Info Property Description VIRTUAL 3D TOUR   This is the home you’ll want to buy in Lake Sarasota! The perfect opportunity to buy your move-in ready, four bedroom home is here in Lake Sarasota! If you’re looking for a well laid out, four bedroom home, with upda... 04/20/2016

Sarasota, FL— April 6, 2016 —  In February, The Realtors® Association of Sarasota and Manatee released a report that stated that “the end of 2015 witnessed record-breaking sales”, and that “our real estate community will continue to see steady, sustainable growth in the first quarter of 2016.”  Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Florida Realty’s Abbe-Mullinnix Team has seen this prediction come to fruition, ending the first quarter of 2016 with a record-breaking number of closed sales. The team had 13 closed transaction sides, representing over $10 million dollars in closed sales volume in January, February and March 2016.  Despite an early Easter, and hence a predicted early end to the “selling season” in the Sarasota area, indications are that the market remains strong and active.  Learn... 04/05/2016

2107 HUNTINGTON AVENUE, SARASOTA, FL Get Directions Click Here Description Photos Maps & Local Schools Print Brochure $ Click for current price 3 BEDROOMS | 2 (2 full ) BATHROOMS | 1729 SQUARE FEET 3D Virtual Tour When you see this house you're going to want to close the deal! This is one of the most well-maintained and beautiful split floor plan homes in the subdivision! What a great opportunity! As you drive up to the home on this quiet, tucked away street, you will see palms and a beautiful oak tree in a nicely landscaped front yard. The exterior is very well maintained, there is a 2 car garage and a new roof that was added in 2010. Once inside you'll find the living room is to your right and it has plenty of light coming from the large windows. The kitchen at the heart of the home ... 03/24/2016

The Abbe-Mullinnix team has been recognized as the Number One Sales Professional Team for Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Florida Realty for the Sarasota/Manatee region. The team ranked #9 overall in the Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Florida Realty network of 41 offices and over 1,750 Sales Professionals.The team has also been named to Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices’ esteemed Chairman’s Circle-Platinum for 2015.   This award is presented to the top one percent of the network’s 42,000 sales professionals. Betty Mullinnix and Steve Abbe feel that the most important aspect of these honors is the fact that it recognizes their achievement of their team’s goal, to assist their customers by successfully facilitating their real estate transactions, and hence helping each buyer and seller the... 03/17/2016

What a great opportunity to buy this second floor condo in this amenity-rich community. Pelican Cove is within close proximity to Siesta Key and shopping. It offers a private harbor with boat docks offered at first come, first serve basis, tennis courts, pools, fitness center, and a calendar filled with activities and clubs. This second floor condo has an enclosed lanai which offers additional living space and overlooks a private preserve. It has double master suites so that your guests feel right a home. The main master bedroom has access to the enclosed lanai. The lanai also has a storage area which houses the washer/dryer. The kitchen has a lot of counter space and room for a table and chairs. Just off the kitchen is a balcony for you to enjoy a morning coffee. Sarasota Homes For Sa... 03/11/2016

Are you looking to buy or sell a house in South Gate?  I have been a Realtor in Sarasota, FL since 1998 so I have seen significant price changes in the South Gate neighborhood. When I first started it was a flat market, and then it went sky high, dropped down, and now back up again. One thing though has remained constant, and that is South Gate is a popular place to live. Houses priced right, have always sold really well in South Gate, regardless of the overall market. Throughout the years I have sold houses in South Gate representing the buyer, the seller, and myself. It is a great place to buy to live or for investment.View South Gate houses for sale here.From 1998-2002 in South Gate; prices were basically flat during the first two years of this time period. This was a great time to b... 03/01/2016

Sarasota Theatres: Movies in Sarasota   Dinner and a Movie now in Sarasota     Sarasota Theater Sarasota theatre options have just increased in our area. Starting mid February, you can now enjoy dinner and a move in the Bradenton-Sarasota area.  CinéBistro at Westfield Southgate has just opened at 3501 S. Tamiami Trail, Sarasota. This movie theatre, located in Sarasota, will feature first run movies, independent as well as foreign films. With a state of the art sound system and 3D technology, the Bradenton movies are moving up! Cine’Bristo also has outside dining options, as well as an outdoor patio and bar area if you do not want to watch a movie.  For afternoon movies, it is open to all ages. Anyone attending a move during the day must be accompanied by an adult. However, you if you w... 02/17/2016