How Fast Homes Actually Sell Here — and Why the Average Is Lying to You
From my own weekly market data for the week of May 31–June 6, 2026, Sarasota County single-family homes closed in a median of 42 days.
The 30-Day Rule: What You Can — and Can’t — Rent on the Gulf Coast
Unincorporated Sarasota County requires a 30-day minimum rental period on single-family homes, including Siesta Key and Casey Key.
Your HOA’s Books Just Went Online: How to Actually Read Them Before You Buy
Effective January 1, 2026, Florida law requires condominium associations with 25 or more units and HOAs with 100 or more parcels to post official records.
The Condo Reserve Reckoning: What a Funded Building Is Really Worth
Buildings that haven’t done this are typically treated as non-warrantable by Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac, and FHA, shrinking your buyer pool to cash.
What AE, VE, and X Actually Mean for Your Wallet on the Gulf Coast
Your flood zone designation — AE, VE, or X — is one of the largest hidden costs in Gulf Coast homeownership, and most buyers don’t find out what it means.
What Homeowners Insurance Really Costs on the Gulf Coast — and What Most Agents Won’t Tell You
Most Sarasota and Manatee County homeowners pay roughly $4,500 to $7,500 per year for homeowners insurance, but the spread around.
5 Title Search Mistakes in St. Armands Closings
Each of these exposes buyers and sellers to serious risks under Florida’s public records system and Sarasota County’s quasi-judicial indexing process.
Is Siesta Key or Anna Maria Island Better for Buyers?
Siesta Key commands higher median home prices ($1.1M – $4M+ in 2026, per Team Renick) and is known for its world-class quartz sand beaches and vibrant.
How Much Does Mold Remediation Cost in Lakewood Ranch?
For example, attic mold remediation in the Lakewood Ranch area often runs $1,500 to $4,500, while a full HVAC system cleanup can reach $10,000.
What Condo Fees Should I Expect on Casey Key?
Insurance costs and special assessments for seawalls or erosion control can push fees even higher, especially on barrier island properties.
