Annette Smith Sarasota FL Real Estate

A few days ago, Fran and Rowena of Dilbeck Realtors GMAC or La Canada CA, Lee Cunningham, RE/MAX Realty Professionals of Greenville, SC, Richard Brooks, Condolux Real Estate Sales of Myrtle Beach, SC and I wrote a press release giving our collective updates and comments about Sarasota real estate, Los Angeles real estate and Myrtle Beach and Greenville SC real estate and the state of our markets. Today the Sarasota Board of Realtors issued a press release providing even more positive comments for Sarasota.

Our Sarasota, Siesta Key and Longboat Key, as well as our downtown Sarasota traffic on our websites and requests for real estate information has picked up and we are back to not having a life! What's it like in your area?

For information about real estate in Sarasota or our barrier islands: Siesta Key, Longboat Key, Bird Key, Casey Key or Lido Key, contact Annette Smith.

Want some sand in your toes? Beachplace on Longboat key covers 31 acres of lush tropical Paradise right on the Gulf of Mexico. There is an on-site management and their rental policy is a minimum of one month. There are 11 six story buildings at Beachplace.

Experience sensational sunsets from your condo at Beachplace!

Amenities: Swimming Pool, Club House, Tennis Courts and Fitness Center

The Sarasota MLS currently report 18 units actively listed at Beachplace with prices ranging from $489,900 to $949,000. Pending sale total zero. In the last six months 5 units have sold at prices ranging from $499,000 to $828,500.

Call Annette Smith at 941-504-3922 for more information on Beachplace condos on Longboat Key or visit our main website.

Built in 1996, L Elegance beachfront condos on Lido Key offer its residents an excellent array of amenities in addition to the beach:

• Heated Pool and Spa
• Wading Pool
• Dry Saunas
• Locker Rooms
• Concierge Service
• Social Room

All residences include a balcony and Gulf views. Beach walking, sensational sunsets -- life's simple pleasures!

Walk to St. Armands Circle and enjoy restaurants, shopping and entertainment.

If you need information on Lido Key condos, call Annette Smith at 941-504-3922.

Buying a Condo in Sarasota? Ask Your Real Estate Agent If Pets are Allowed!

This past three weeks, I've been nursing a family member, Snuffy Smith. Snuffy has only been a part of our family since 2004, but we now say that we live in Snuffy's house. He's the center of my universe, and how I sold Sarasota real estate or functioned without him is beyond me. Snuffy Smith took my heart right away. Over time, my son, Scott, who is bipolar, was won over by this bundle of black fur too. Neither of us knew how much a little dog would take over our home. Bipolar disorder isn't fun for the one with what I call "the gene from hell" or for the caregiver, but I can tell you this little firecracker has saved us both so when Snuffy hurt his back recently, went on steroids, it kind of rocked our world.

Because so many real estate customers have pets that are important part of their home, I want to reiterate how important it is for a real estate agent to ask their customers the right questions. In this regard, agents should ask their buyers about the number of pets and sizes making the move. All condominiums in Sarasota have different rules and regulations regarding the number of pets and the sizes allowed in a condo. Many condos allow the owners to have a pet or two on a restricted basis, and others allow none. Most condos do not allow tenants to have pets.

If you are buying a condo, tell your Realtor the facts so later you don't find out that Snuffles or Restless can't make the move with you. Don't rock your world by buying a condo without checking out the rules first!

Sarasota is a wonderful place to live for people and pets. For all your Sarasota Florida real estate, call Annette Smith at 941-504-3922.

Waterfront, condos and golf course properties!

If you are looking for a neighborhoods sports bar in Sarasota and like yummy nachos, great pulled pork sandwiches or just a great burger smothered in delicious chili, Gecko's has it all! Televisions are mounted on the walls and fans are always watching some event or playing Trivia. On Wednesday nights, your server will hand you a list of trivia questions, and you can thoroughly embarrass yourself or show just how smart you really are and win $25. Here are a few questions from last night. Do you know the answers? DON'T GOOGLE BEFORE ANSWERING!

How much did the Fed lower the interest rates this week?

0% 1/2@ 3/4@ 1%

Every year on the 4th of July, we hear the 1812 Overture - who wrote it?

Bach Tchaicovsky Beetoven Mozart

Who just won Man of the Year in Time Magazine?

George Bush Michael Phelps Barack Obama T. Boone Pickens

Favorite Items on the Menu:

Potato Skins
Nachos
Chili
Buffalo Wings
Buffalo Shrimp
Gumbo

If it's game day or night for your favorite college or NFL game, make an effort to get to Gecko's early or you may not get a seat. This is a local busy spot. I usually see one of my neighbors, a fellow realtor or one of my close friends at the next table. Gecko's is also a great place to pick up some extra dishes for your home tailgate parties.

Located in the Landings Shopping Center on Hwy 41, right behind the guard gated community of the Landings, Gecko's is an easy drive from several Sarasota neighborhoods.

If you are searching for convenient location close to restaurants and downtown Sarasota, check out The Landings. It's a great location!!

Contact Annette Smith at 941-504-3922 for more information about Sarasota Florida real estate.