
Here is a link from the Sarasota Herald-Tribune regarding recent economic growth in our metro area.
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Here is a link from the Sarasota Herald-Tribune regarding recent economic growth in our metro area.
by John Ask
Typically (as is the case now), we know of homes coming to the market in the near future in various sizes and prices (1600 – 3100+ sq feet; low 300’s to 900K). If you’re not seeing what you’re looking for right now, please invest a few minutes and contact us to share your goals, and we’ll communicate what we know.
NO OBLIGATION – JUST ASK!
Be first to choose if you want to view a new property on the market!
Call a Florida Home Team member for more information and availability.
Calusa Lakes – Nokomis, Florida

Nestled away in “Old Florida” nature, but close to shopping, schools, beaches, boating and schools!

by John Ask
Mortgage rates have been moving up and down within a tight range the past few months partially – the Federal Reserve will be the key to watch in predicting future direction (reducing the printing of money, e.g. Quantitative Easing). Hence, if you’re thinking of buying a property with a mortgage, now may be the time to act. One tip – if you’re going to stay in a property several years it’s worth exploring a 15 year mortgage. Not only will be get about a 1% lower interest rate (exact amount varies daily), you’ll pay far less in interest over the life of the loan. All in all, borrowing money remains a bargain for those who can qualify for a loan.
Feel free to contact us to further discuss these ideas; we are also able to connect you with a lender to review your specific situation – “just ask.”
by John Ask

Check out the new list of best places to retire from KIPLINGER magazine. Sarasota tops the list. Note, Sarasota County has roughly 350,000 people, so we are no back woods location.
Feel free to contact any of us at Florida Home Team Real Estate to learn more about our area (much more than is in this article). By free choice, we’ve lived here for a long time and can address most questions.
Add Siesta Key Beach, along with our other beaches, it’s a combination that can’t be beat!!!

by John Ask
by John Ask
COASTAL LIVING Magazine has named Sarasota as one of the happiest seaside cities in America. See the top 10 cities here:
http://www.coastalliving.com/travel/top-10/2017-happiest-seaside-towns/view-all
by John Ask

From the Sarasota Herald-Tribune outlining 7 reasons why Sarasota is the #1 place to live; in our view, it’s accurate and true! We would also add “The Legacy Trail” as a top reason to live here.
http://www.heraldtribune.com/news/20170303/7-reasons-sarasota-is-best-place-to-live-in-florida
We love living here – feel free to contact us regarding the pro’s/con’s associated with the neighborhood/area selection process. Location within the area really does make a difference, and the ‘right answer’ depends on goals and lifestyle.
by John Ask
by John Ask
UPDATE – YOU CAN VIEW THIS MEETING HERE:
Nokomis Area Civic Association
www.naca-nokomis.com
MARK YOUR CALENDAR PLEASE……
GROWTH – DEVELOPMENT – TRAFFIC CONGESTION – QUALITY OF LIFE
“Please Plan To Attend, And Bring A Friend Or Neighbor”
OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
NOKOMIS AREA CIVIC ASSOCIATION – NACA
Tuesday, February 7th, 2017 Quarterly Meeting
6:30 Coffee/Sweets – chat with neighbors, community leaders; 7:00 meeting starts
Nokomis Community Center; 234 Nippino Trail East, Nokomis, FL 34275 (map below)
FEATURED GUEST – ATTORNEY DAN LOBECK
Co-Founder & President of Control Growth Now
A recent poll of Sarasota County residents indicated their biggest concern was growth and its affect to our quality of life. For over 25 years
Control Growth Now has attempted to protect and enhance all that makes Sarasota County a special place to live, work and visit.
Are you concerned about the impacts of development on neighborhood compatibility, traffic and the environment? Do you believe growth should be made to pay its own way rather than the costs of growth placed on the backs of the taxpaying public? Then come to our February 7th meeting and hear guest speaker, Control Growth Now president Dan Lobeck. Mr. Lobeck’s presentation is: “Protecting our Community”, how to keep Sarasota County a desirable place to live, visit and do business.
Mr. Lobeck is a long-time Sarasota County attorney specializing in neighborhood associations.
NACA Perspective & Importance Of Membership:
NACA continues to be an organization of individual Nokomis homeowners collaborating for the betterment of our community and Sarasota County. Collectively we can and do have a strong voice with our elected officials and decision-makers. We truly are able to accomplish more as an organized group vs. any of us individually. Please continue to be a NACA member, and please encourage your neighbors to join too. Let’s continue to work together in ensuring that Nokomis remains a vibrant area providing an outstanding quality of life and appreciating property values. Membership information is on our website, and will be at our February 7th meeting too.
Thank you!
Please feel free to contact any Board Member, to address questions or be of service!
Regards,
Bill
Bill Cantrell
President – Nokomis Area Civic Association, NACA
P.S.
Check out the NACA website to learn about Sarasota County planning construction of a vehicle maintenance facility at Laurel Road and Pinebrook near I-75 exchange in Nokomis. www.naca-nokomis.com
by John Ask
THE LEGACY TRAIL, presently 13 miles extending from Venice Island Beaches North to just South of Clark Road, is in hopes of being extended to downtown Sarasota (an additional 7.7 miles) via purchasing the abandoned rail line from CSX. Learn more at the Friends of The Legacy Trail website: https://www.friendsofthelegacytrail.org/
Here’s a cool video showing The Legacy Trail from the beach in Venice to North in Palmer Ranch below Clark Road.
