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	<title>Michael Saunders Real Estate Blog &#187; Southwest Florida</title>
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	<description>Thoughts and Opinions about the Greater Sarasota, FL Real Estate Market</description>
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		<title>The Great Florida Outback</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 24 Jun 2010 13:11:15 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Michael Saunders &#38; Company</dc:creator>
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		<category><![CDATA[The Myakka Maiden]]></category>

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		<description><![CDATA[We were informed the other day by friends who are avid hikers, campers and birders that not only is June National Camping Month but also that 2010 marks the 75th Anniversary of Florida State Parks.  So to honor their good-natured scolding that this column has yet to address the recreational opportunities that exist in what they like to call the “Great Florida Outback,” today’s feature is dedicated to the sea of green that defines eastern Sarasota and Manatee Counties, mainly east of I-75.]]></description>
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		<title>North Port Neighborhood Video</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 16 Jun 2010 15:15:41 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Michael Saunders &#38; Company</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Charlotte]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Neighborhood Video Profiles]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[North Port is one of the largest cities in geographic area in Sarasota County.  It is conveniently located to Venice and Port Charlotte, offering many of Florida's amenities with a small town familiarity.  Toledo Blade and Sumter Blvd. act as gateways into this well-priced primary and second home mecca.]]></description>
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		<title>Ask Michael &#8211; Navigating the Real Estate Market</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 07 Jun 2010 14:07:47 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Michael Saunders &#38; Company</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Real Estate Expert Advice Video]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[In this Ask Michael Video, Michael Saunders gives advice on how to navigate today's real estate market.]]></description>
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		<title>Port Charlotte Neighborhood Video</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 02 Jun 2010 15:39:01 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Michael Saunders &#38; Company</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Charlotte]]></category>
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		<category><![CDATA[Charlotte Waterfront]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[Port Charlotte is located between Sarasota and Fort Myers. It sits right at the mouth of Charlotte Harbor, where the Peace River and Myakka River meet. Residents refer to it as the "Jewel on the Harbor," with a charming personality and beautiful waterfront living. Bayshore Park runs along the whole waterway with fishing piers, kayaking, walking trails, restaurants and picnic pavilions.

The homes in Port Charlotte range from smaller 2-bedroom bungalows to larger Tudor homes and even Mediterranean estate homes. There are also waterfront communities offering carriage homes, single-family homes and estate villas.]]></description>
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		<title>Sarasota, Manatee &amp; Charlotte Counties: Year Over Year Sales Comparison (April)</title>
		<link>http://www.thesaundersblog.com/sarasota-manatee-charlotte-counties-year-over-year-sales-comparison-april/</link>
		<comments>http://www.thesaundersblog.com/sarasota-manatee-charlotte-counties-year-over-year-sales-comparison-april/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Fri, 21 May 2010 16:28:02 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Michael Saunders &#38; Company</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Charlotte]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Charlotte Market Reports]]></category>
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		<category><![CDATA[Manatee Market Reports]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[Our market’s recovery continued moving forward in April.  Inventories of available properties continued to decline throughout Manatee, Sarasota and Charlotte Counties; while sales were up by more than 27% in Manatee County, 19% in Sarasota County and 17% in Charlotte County.  Pending sales, a strong harbinger of closed sales to come in the next 30 to 60 days, were also up significantly.  Pendings were up 52% in Manatee County, 27% in Sarasota County and nearly 10% in Charlotte County.]]></description>
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		<title>Englewood Neighborhood Video</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 19 May 2010 15:32:00 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Michael Saunders &#38; Company</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Charlotte]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Englewood]]></category>
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		<category><![CDATA[Cape Haze peninsula]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[The city of Englewood offers a warm, welcoming feeling with  an “off the beaten path” casualness.  The desire for natural conservation is paramount.  The city has passed on the overdevelopment of tall buildings in favor of a natural waterfront landscape.

The homes range from small bungalows to large estates. Much of the Old Florida architecture has remained. Many existing homes have direct water access, ranging from small single-family homes to expansive luxury homes. There are also a number of condominiums and townhouses.  Many historic homes are located in the Dearborn Street District, an area being revitalized as an environmentally-redesigned Green neighborhood.]]></description>
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		<title>Ask Michael &#8211; Are Today&#8217;s Buyers as Value Conscious as they were a year ago?</title>
		<link>http://www.thesaundersblog.com/ask-michael-are-todays-buyers-as-value-conscious-as-they-were-a-year-ago/</link>
		<comments>http://www.thesaundersblog.com/ask-michael-are-todays-buyers-as-value-conscious-as-they-were-a-year-ago/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Mon, 17 May 2010 13:43:11 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Michael Saunders &#38; Company</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Real Estate Expert Advice Video]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[In this Ask Michael Video, Michael Saunders discusses today's buyers and if they are as value conscious as they were a year ago.]]></description>
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		<title>Ask Gloria &#8211; Why Would a Home Buyer Choose Lakewood Ranch?</title>
		<link>http://www.thesaundersblog.com/ask-gloria-why-would-a-home-buyer-choose-lakewood-ranch/</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 10 May 2010 13:17:50 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Michael Saunders &#38; Company</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Lakewood Ranch]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[In this Ask Gloria Video, Gloria Weed talks about why a home buyer would choose Lakewood Ranch.]]></description>
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		<title>Ask Darla &#8211; How has the Market Changed in the Past Five Years?</title>
		<link>http://www.thesaundersblog.com/ask-darla-how-has-the-market-changed-in-the-past-five-years/</link>
		<comments>http://www.thesaundersblog.com/ask-darla-how-has-the-market-changed-in-the-past-five-years/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Mon, 03 May 2010 12:51:59 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Michael Saunders &#38; Company</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Palmer Ranch]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[In this Ask Darla video, Darla Furst talks about how the Real Estate Market has changed in the past 5 years.]]></description>
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		<title>Neighborhood Video Collection &#8211; Casey Key</title>
		<link>http://www.thesaundersblog.com/neighborhood-video-collection-casey-key/</link>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 28 Apr 2010 19:18:25 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Michael Saunders &#38; Company</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[CASEY KEY is a unique island retreat that it consists almost entirely of single-family homes and private, lush waterfront estates.  Vintage beach bungalows are nestled between large elegant homes up and down the island, both on the bay side and the gulf side.  

Casey Key residents dwell on this eight-mile long barrier island, with no high rises and no traffic lights. Homes here exude a unique blend of wealth, elegance, and old-Florida charm.]]></description>
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