Hurricane Preparedness: A Guide for New Florida Residents

Hurricane Preparedness: A Guide for New Florida Residents Philip Carter and his wife, Margaret, are no strangers to hard work. After running a successful bakery in Staten Island, New York, for decades, they’re ready for a new chapter—one filled with sunshine, great restaurants, and a vibrant social

Why Hiring a Buyer’s Agent to Sell Your Home in 2025 Makes About as Much Sense as a Screen Door on a Submarine

Why Hiring a Buyer’s Agent to Sell Your Home in 2025 Makes About as Much Sense as a Screen Door on a Submarine Thinking about hiring a buyer’s agent to market and sell your home in 2025? That’s a bold strategy. It’s kind of like asking a wedding photographer to cater your reception—sure, they work

Is Florida’s Housing Market Echoing the Great Recession? What It Means for Lakewood Ranch Homeowners

Florida’s housing market is undergoing a major shift, and many experts are drawing comparisons to the post-recession years that followed 2008. A recent article from Newsweek details what’s happening across the state, especially in Southwest Florida, where price reductions, growing inventory, and bu

Why Florida’s Retirees Are Fleeing—and How Lakewood Ranch Offers the Ideal Solution

In the soft glow of a Sarasota sunrise, the allure of a new chapter begins to form. For retirees seeking a harmonious balance of leisure, connection, and tranquility, the decision of where to settle often feels monumental. Yet, as Florida faces mounting challenges, many retirees are rethinking thei