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	<title>Michael Saunders Real Estate Blog &#187; Properties</title>
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	<description>Thoughts and Opinions about the Greater Sarasota, FL Real Estate Market</description>
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		<title>Saunders Commercial Sale and Lease Report for June 26, 2010</title>
		<link>http://www.thesaundersblog.com/saunders-commercial-sale-and-lease-report-for-june-26-2010/</link>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 29 Jun 2010 16:37:35 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Beth Ward</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Michael Saunders &#038; Company is proud to announce a  successful closing made possible through the professional representation of our agents, who work each day to fulfill the unique needs of commercial buyers, leasers, and sellers. For the week ending June 26, 2010, 1 property was leased.

LEASE

Buyer/landlord:  Ernest &#038; Loretta Ritz
Seller/tenant:  ALA Restaurant, Inc.
Address:  27 N. Lemon Avenue, Sarasota, FL  34236
Type of Space:  3,636 SF Restaurant Space
Term of Lease:  3 year lease
Aggregate of Lease:  $173,517.00
List Side:  Linda Emery and Eric Massey of Michael Saunders &#038; Company
Sales Side:  Kathy Wilkes of Horizon Realty]]></description>
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		<title>Beautiful Private Back Gardens, Sarasota, FL</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 22 Dec 2009 20:38:14 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Holli Schleicher</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[This home has been written up 2 times in the Sarasota Herald.  Featured as "one of the areas most beautiful private back Gardens" and the other featuring the "glorious interior and great use of space" in this simply West of the trail cottage. All you need to do is view the virtual tour and you will fall in love with this home.]]></description>
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		<title>Ask Michael &#8211; What Surprises You The Most About the Market Today?</title>
		<link>http://www.thesaundersblog.com/ask-michael-what-surprises-you-the-most-about-the-market-today/</link>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 10 Dec 2009 21:45:43 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Holli Schleicher</dc:creator>
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		<category><![CDATA[Real Estate Expert Advice Video]]></category>
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		<category><![CDATA[Ask Michael Videos]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[As 2009 comes to a close, we ask Michael Saunders what surprises her the most in the market today.]]></description>
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		<title>Maryanne Casey&#8217;s Listing &#8211; 1230 Gulf Blvd</title>
		<link>http://www.thesaundersblog.com/maryanne-caseys-listing-1230-gulf-blvd/</link>
		<comments>http://www.thesaundersblog.com/maryanne-caseys-listing-1230-gulf-blvd/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Wed, 11 Nov 2009 20:40:41 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Holli Schleicher</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Englewood]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Properties]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[The Real Estate Market]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Current listings]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Florida]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Michael Saunders & Company]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[real estate market]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[residential properties]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Rotonda West]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Single Family Residents]]></category>

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		<description><![CDATA[The Michael Saunders &#038; Company video team is happy to showcase Maryann Casey's listing at 1230 Gulf Blvd in Englewood, FL. This charming Beach Cottage is just steps from the white sandy beach of Manasota Key.  Feel the Gulf breeze on the large lanai, ideal for entertaining or just relaxing. OPEN HOUSE Sunday, November 15, 2009, 1:00-4:00.]]></description>
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		<title>Neighborhood Report – Venice Stories of Success</title>
		<link>http://www.thesaundersblog.com/neighborhood-report-%e2%80%93-venice-stories-of-success/</link>
		<comments>http://www.thesaundersblog.com/neighborhood-report-%e2%80%93-venice-stories-of-success/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Tue, 20 Oct 2009 19:12:27 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>John Butzko</dc:creator>
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		<category><![CDATA[Neighborhood Reports]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[Venice office branch manager Kathy Wood enthusiastically reports a strong market in the Venice area; and she’s right to be excited.]]></description>
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		<title>It IS Easy Being Green – Top 10 Green Innovations for Your Home</title>
		<link>http://www.thesaundersblog.com/it-is-easy-being-green-%e2%80%93-top-10-green-innovations-for-your-home/</link>
		<comments>http://www.thesaundersblog.com/it-is-easy-being-green-%e2%80%93-top-10-green-innovations-for-your-home/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Thu, 15 Oct 2009 18:44:59 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>John Butzko</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Inspiration]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Properties]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Top 10 Lists]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[tax credit]]></category>

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		<description><![CDATA[The benefits of creating a green home are many, including lower utility and water bills and a host of tax incentives and breaks. Below are the top 10 green innovations and ideas to help turn any house into a self-sufficient, resource-saving home.]]></description>
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		<title>The Neighborhood Report &#8211; St. Armands Strides</title>
		<link>http://www.thesaundersblog.com/the-neighborhood-report-st-armands-strides/</link>
		<comments>http://www.thesaundersblog.com/the-neighborhood-report-st-armands-strides/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Tue, 13 Oct 2009 16:26:06 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>John Butzko</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Michael Saunders & Company Agents]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Neighborhood Reports]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Properties]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Sarasota]]></category>
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		<category><![CDATA[condominiums]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[st armands circle]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[The St. Armands area continues to garner attention for its exceptional location among beautiful beaches and world-class shopping and dining venues. ]]></description>
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		<title>The Neighborhood Report &#8211; Englewood Areas</title>
		<link>http://www.thesaundersblog.com/the-neighborhood-report-englewood-areas/</link>
		<comments>http://www.thesaundersblog.com/the-neighborhood-report-englewood-areas/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Tue, 06 Oct 2009 18:45:59 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>John Butzko</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[The old adage "location, location, location" is an apt description of the undiscovered Englewood, Placida, Punta Gorda area. ]]></description>
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		<title>The Neighborhood Report &#8211; Siesta Key Activity</title>
		<link>http://www.thesaundersblog.com/the-neighborhood-report-siesta-key-activity/</link>
		<comments>http://www.thesaundersblog.com/the-neighborhood-report-siesta-key-activity/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Tue, 29 Sep 2009 19:04:55 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>John Butzko</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Michael Saunders & Company Agents]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Neighborhood Reports]]></category>
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		<category><![CDATA[pending sales]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[Siesta Key has been bustling with activity for the past three months, according to Siesta Key office branch manager Debbie Judge. ]]></description>
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		<title>Set the Stage – 10 Tips for Staging Your Home</title>
		<link>http://www.thesaundersblog.com/set-the-stage-%e2%80%93-10-tips-for-staging-your-home/</link>
		<comments>http://www.thesaundersblog.com/set-the-stage-%e2%80%93-10-tips-for-staging-your-home/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Thu, 24 Sep 2009 16:18:30 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>John Butzko</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Properties]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[The Real Estate Market]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Top 10 Lists]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[Staging is preparing your home so it is presented in its very best state, highlighting its strengths and downplaying its weaknesses.]]></description>
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