Archive for the ‘Sarasota Downtown’ Category
Posted by John Butzko on November 17, 2011
Enjoy waterfront living just moments from the excitement of downtown Sarasota.
Just minutes from downtown Sarasota, Golden Gate Point is a 22-acre peninsula with envious water views and some of the most luxurious condominiums in Sarasota. Originally owned by circus magnate John Ringling, the property—known then as Cedar Point—has gone through several evolutions to reach its current state as a luxury residential community.
Market Activity – Golden Gate Point
To date, there are 23 active listings. These range from interior units beginning at $139K to a lavish, 6,000-square-foot bayfront front home with unprecedented views of the Marina Jack harbor and downtown available for $6 million. In between are two- and three-bedroom units with great views of Ringling Bridge starting at $500K. (more…)
Posted by John Butzko on August 2, 2011
Spend your summer evenings in Sarasota's beautiful, exciting downtown.
With the fireworks of Fourth of July already exploded for our patriotic enjoyment and the month of August off to a start, one can safely say the summer is nearing its sultry end. Luckily, the Sarasota area offers an abundance of things to see, do and experience before the school bell rings and beckons students back to the halls of knowledge.
From merriment to exercise and much more in between, here are our top Sarasota area activities to pursue before the beginning of the 2011-2012 school year: (more…)
Posted by shelleywhiteside on July 1, 2011
Originally from Granite City, Illinois, Jo Ellyn relocated to the Sarasota area by way of New York City in 1998. After earning a bachelor’s degree in interior design from Maryville University in St. Louis, she relocated to New York City with Trans World Airlines (TWA), where she worked as an international flight attendant. She later enjoyed a position as the executive assistant to the partner of urban planning for Skidmore, Owings & Merrill, a world renowned architecture and design firm.
After entering the real estate field in 2001, Jo Ellyn developed a specialty in equestrian communities while developing an international client base. She also obtained the At Home with Diversity and International Property Specialist designations.
Posted by shelleywhiteside on June 30, 2011
Originally from Rhode Island, Susan relocated to the Sarasota area in 1981. With a degree in respiratory therapy, she brings an extensive background which encompasses child development as well as sales and marketing. This professional experience helped her transition to the real estate industry in 1981, as Susan developed an exceptional level of marketing and exposure savvy to complement her remarkable customer service. A specialist in properties located throughout Sarasota and the barrier islands, she brings a wealth of area and market knowledge to provide her clients with the results they seek when buying or selling a home.
Posted by shelleywhiteside on June 28, 2011
With a master’s degree emphasis in marketing from Millsaps College, Rachael brings an extensive experience in marketing and political science to her career as a real estate agent. An expert in customer relations and marketing, she specializes in assisting buyers in finding and purchasing distressed properties, locating both seasonal and annual rentals, branding and identity of products and services, and analyzing buyer behavior.
Posted by shelleywhiteside on May 6, 2011
Originally from New Jersey, Paul relocated to Florida in 1992 and currently lives in downtown Sarasota. A graduate of the University of Central Florida with a bachelor’s degree in biology, he initially planned to attend medical school until he became enamored with real estate.
In 2005, Paul began his career as a full-time Realtor, working with RE/Max Palm Realty for six years—the last two as a broker/owner. In this role, Paul has garnered recognition for his exceptional production. He has sold over 350 properties located from Sarasota to Punta Gorda, which resulted in over $30 million in lifetime sales. In addition to managing a company, he also built The Platinum Team, a five-person sales team in which he trained and mentored each team member. Paul has been a multi-million dollar producer every year to date, receiving awards from the Punta Gorda, Port Charlotte and North Port board and numerous awards from RE/Max International.
Posted by shelleywhiteside on March 8, 2011
Originally from Boston, Susan earned her MBA from Northeastern University and a BS in education from Fitchburg State College. She also earned a certificate in graphic design from Boston University and a Massachusetts real estate sales associate license.
Susan brings a highly accomplished background as a manager of events and related projects, which is leveraged by previous senior-level experience in human resources, finance and consulting. She has also served as a reputable link between senior management teams and executive boards. Her proven financial management skills have turned around companies and fostered the sound execution of events with an emphasis on cost control and meeting or exceeding revenue goals.
Prior to managing events, Susan worked for over 15 years in financial management for major Fortune 300 companies as well as smaller emerging organizations. In 2000, Susan joined Signet Laboratories, a biotechnology company located in Dedham, Massachusetts, reporting to the CEO and an outside board of directors. As the chief financial officer, she facilitated the acquisition of a $1.6 million company. Her success with this acquisition and her tighter financial management brought the company from a negative to a positive cash flow position within an 18-month period.
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Posted by John Butzko on December 21, 2010
PAL Sailor Circus offers family friendly entertainment during the holidays.
To complement the festive spirit of the holidays, many of us find ourselves with a little extra time away from the office to spend with family and friends. While utilizing this time in the comforts of your beautifully decorated home—courtesy of our helpful decorating tips HERE—can be both fulfilling and delightful, some folks may be interested in getting away for a pleasant distraction. Luckily, the Sarasota area plays host to a number of different shows and events, which can provide a chance for all to experience the season in a unique way.
From acrobats to the arts, these top Sarasota area holiday happenings are sure to entertain while filling you with holiday spirit:
Van Wezel – A Christmas Carol – Produced by the famed Nebraska Theatre Caravan & authored by Charles Dickens, A Christmas Carol is a timeless holiday classic featuring a spirited ensemble of performers, elaborate costumes and a magical set that feels like a Christmas card come-to-life. Show runs on Wednesday, December 22 at 7PM. Click HERE for more info. (more…)
Posted by Beth Ward on October 28, 2010
Sarasota, FL (October 2010) Marianne Lebar of Michael Saunders & Company’s Main Street office has earned the Performance Management Network (PMN) designation by the Women’s Council of REALTORS®. Marianne joined other top producers by attending a series of sessions that cover a variety of subjects including: negotiating strategies and tactics, networking and referrals, business planning and systems, personal performance management and cultural differences in buying and selling. This designation is designed to deliver the real-world skills, know-how and tools to keep agent’s business out front and on top of an evolving real estate market.
The Main Street office of Michael Saunders & Company is located at 1801 Main Street, Sarasota. Marianne LeBar can be reached by calling (941) 650-0337; or at (941) 951-6660. Her email address is MarianneLeBar@michaelsaunders.com.
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Posted by Beth Ward on October 28, 2010
SARASOTA, Florida—(September 2010)—Michael Saunders and Company is proud to announce that Realtor Meghan Foley has rejoined the company to serve from the Main Street office and specialize in residential properties.
Foley-Leiter is no stranger to the real estate business, as her parents have played a significant part in the industry. Learning from the best, she helped market her developer father’s luxury downtown condominiums and has mentored under her mother, a top producing Sarasota Realtor.
A Sarasota native, Foley-Leiter graduated from the University of Central Florida with a bachelor’s in business. Before entering real estate, she was Exhibit Sales Administrator for a company who plans and produces investment conferences.
Foley-Leiter is a member of the Young Professionals Group and the Downtown Partnership of Sarasota, and she is well-known locally as the former co-owner of the popular Sarasota News and Books, a longtime staple of downtown.
The Main Street office of Michael Saunders & Company is located at 1801 Main Street, Sarasota. Meghan Foley-Leiter can be reached by calling (941) 554-7733; or at (941) 951-6660. Her email address is MeghanLeiter@michaelsaunders.com
