According to a recent study from Zillow, in 22 of the 50 largest U.S. metro areas, monthly mortgage payments are now lower than rent payments. While Sarasota isn’t specifically mentioned in this study, the trends show that affordability is improving across many parts of the country, and Sarasota could soon be part of that shift. With mor...

Sarasota’s vibrant history is about to enter an exciting new chapter with the transformation of the iconic Bath + Racquet Club. This landmark, originally founded in 1969, played a key role in the golden era of tennis, hosting numerous women’s tournaments and training tennis legends. Now, this historic site is being revitalized as the Bath + Racquet...

Every seller wants to sell their home quickly, for the best price possible, and with minimal hassle. If you’re selling in Sarasota, chances are you feel the same. But one of the biggest factors that could slow down your sale is your asking price. Setting the right price is critical to attracting buyers and getting your home sold. So, how do you...

Mortgage rates have just reached their lowest point in more than a year and a half, and if you’ve been holding off on buying a home, now might be the moment you’ve been waiting for. Even a slight drop in rates can have a meaningful impact on your monthly mortgage payment, but the recent decline is anything but small. As Sam Khater, Chief Economi...

As we step into September, all eyes are on the Federal Reserve (the Fed). With signs of cooling inflation and a slowing job market, the expectation is that the Fed will cut the Federal Funds Rate during their upcoming meeting. Mark Zandi, Chief Economist at Moody’s Analytics, says:      They’re ready to cut, just as long...

In recent years, a significant shift has taken place in how wealth is distributed across generations, and it’s being called the Great Wealth Transfer. Traditionally, wealth was passed from one generation to the next in smaller amounts, often through inheritance or family savings. However, today, the scale of this transfer has increased dramatica...