On May 11, 2020, 19422 Ganton Avenue sold for $1,800,000 in The Concession, Bradenton, Florida. The residence was listed, marketed and sold sight unseen by Tina Ciaccio of Michael Saunders & Company. Pivoting to a completely digital strategy in light of the COVID-19 pandemic, Tina leveraged a 3D property tour and personalized virtual appointments to … Continue reading Tina Ciaccio successfully closes 19422 Ganton Ave in The Concession | Bradenton, Florida
Buyer/Seller Activity Update and Looking Ahead by Drayton Saunders

Drayton Saunders, President of Michael Saunders & Company, discusses the local market’s performance year-to-date and shares what buyers and sellers can expect in the months ahead. This is a must watch. Drayton pointed out that , “this is an event-driven crisis that we are weathering. unlike 2008 which was a real estate-driven crisis.” Buyer … Continue reading Buyer/Seller Activity Update and Looking Ahead by Drayton Saunders
Tina Ciaccio hosted Virtual LIVE Open House in Lakewood Ranch

Tina Ciaccio of Michael Saunders & Company participated in a company-wide Virtual Open House event on May 3, 2020. Tina streamed live on Facebook from 2-3 pm to showcase a luxury estate in The Country Club of Lakewood Ranch. By broadcasting online to the public, this magnificent estate was exposed all across the globe for viewers … Continue reading Tina Ciaccio hosted Virtual LIVE Open House in Lakewood Ranch
Weekly Market Update by Michael and Drayton Saunders as of May 5, 2020

It is a big week here in Florida as we slowly move out of the shelter-in-place era and phase into a more normalized pattern. Michael Saunders, Founder and CEO, and Drayton Saunders, President of Michael Saunders & Company provide a market update for Sarasota, Manatee and Charlotte counties as of May 5, 2020. Michael Saunders stated … Continue reading Weekly Market Update by Michael and Drayton Saunders as of May 5, 2020
Weekly Market Update by Michael and Drayton Saunders as of April 27, 2020

Michael Saunders, Founder and CEO, and Drayton Saunders, President of Michael Saunders & Company provide a market update for Sarasota, Manatee and Charlotte counties as of April 27, 2020 We are now in the fourth week of the stay-at-home order and buyer curiosity online continues to be at all-time high levels. More importantly, we are now … Continue reading Weekly Market Update by Michael and Drayton Saunders as of April 27, 2020
Tina Ciaccio successfully assists newlyweds with their first home purchase

Congratulations to this wonderful couple on the purchase of their new construction home in Savanna at Lakewood Ranch. The working duo were seeking to purchase their first home and chose Lakewood Ranch for its easy commute times. As their family grows, they will definitely appreciate the nation’s #1 selling master-planned multi-generational community even more for … Continue reading Tina Ciaccio successfully assists newlyweds with their first home purchase
Tina Ciaccio assists Maryland family’s relocation to Lakewood Ranch, Florida

Congratulations to this Maryland family on their new construction home purchase in Mallory Park at Lakewood Ranch. This wonderful family of four opted to relocate to Lakewood Ranch, Florida, the nation’s #1 selling master-planned multi-generational community, for its A-rated schools, sense of community, and, of course, the outstanding weather! “Tina, again, thank you so much … Continue reading Tina Ciaccio assists Maryland family’s relocation to Lakewood Ranch, Florida
Serene golf course views in Lakewood Ranch Country Club

Prestigious Lakewood Ranch Country Club sets a captivating scene for this former model residence overlooking a serene golf course setting with scenic fairway and verdant preserve views beyond. Brimming with elegance and personality, the three bedroom plus den floorpan is a sanctuary of light-filled spaces that connect seamlessly with the outdoors. NEW TILE ROOF installed 2018. … Continue reading Serene golf course views in Lakewood Ranch Country Club
Weekly Market Update by Michael and Drayton Saunders as of April 21, 2020

Michael Saunders, Founder and CEO, and Drayton Saunders, President of Michael Saunders & Company provide a market update for Sarasota, Manatee and Charlotte counties as of April 21, 2020 This is our third week of shelter in place and buyer curiosity levels are high online. Drayton Saunders shared that the Michael Saunders & Company website … Continue reading Weekly Market Update by Michael and Drayton Saunders as of April 21, 2020
5 Reasons Coronavirus will not mimic the 2008 Housing Crash

With all the uncertainty surrounding the Coronavirus (COVID-19), some may be concerned we might be headed for another housing crash like the one we experienced from 2006-2008. The feeling is understandable. Ali Wolf, Director of Economic Research at the real estate consulting firm Meyers Research, addressed this point in a recent interview. “With people having PTSD from the last time, … Continue reading 5 Reasons Coronavirus will not mimic the 2008 Housing Crash