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Maximizing Property Insurance Value: A Strategic Approach for Longboat Key Homeowners
Longboat Key's Beauty and Property Risks Longboat Key is famous for its beautiful beaches. The presence of various amenities makes it appealing to residents. However, it's crucial to mention that the area is also prone to hurricanes. For homeowners in Longboat Key,...
Discover the New Longboat Pass Bridge Options
SR 789's sole link between LBK, Bradenton Beach, and AMI is aging. It needs urgent attention. The bridge was built in 1957 and last repaired in 2005. It is a vital route for normal travel, but it becomes especially crucial during evacuations. Unveiling Longboat Pass...
Longboat Key Florida Stone Crab Season: Everything You Need to Know
How do you know it's Stone Crab Season on Longboat Key? We were showing a property to clients by boat this afternoon and suddenly realized it’s October 5th. What’s October 5th, you ask? It’s 10 days prior to the start of stone crab season; the 1st day traps can be...
Longboat Key, Anna Maria, and Sarasota Bridge Clearances: Everything You Need to Know as a Boater
We've compiled in this post the bridge clearances between low and high tides for the bridges surrounding Longboat Key and Sarasota County. We hope our experience as long-time local Longboat Key waterfront realtors will help you become more familiar with Longboat Key...
Private Luxury Gated Communities on Longboat Key
Explore luxury living in private gated communities on Longboat Key. Discover the elegance of Gulfside communities such as L'Ambiance, Lighthouse Point, and Positano, boasting private beaches, top-tier amenities, and captivating Gulf views. Or immerse yourself in the...
Sea Turtle Nesting Season Begins May 1st
Starting from May 1st and continuing until October 31st every year, numerous endangered sea turtles begin to nest on the beaches of the Town of Longboat Key. To ensure the safety of these nesting females and their hatchlings, the Town has implemented specific Code...
Walter Group is Michael Saunders’ Top Longboat Key Real Estate Team for 2022
The Walter Group Real Estate team has been awarded the title of Top Luxury Waterfront Real Estate Team on Longboat Key by Michael Saunders & Company again for the year ending December 31st, 2022. This prestigious honor recognizes the Walter Group's exceptional...
Walter Group Sets Record for Positano Penthouse Sale
Walter Group Real Estate, a renowned real estate agency, has successfully sold the highest-priced condominium in Positano on the Gulf for $4,900,000. Located at 4975 Gulf of Mexico Dr., PH#305, Longboat Key, FL 34228, the luxurious condo offers breathtaking views of...
The Ultimate Guide to Buying a Vacation Home on Longboat Key
As 20-year residents and the top Michael Saunder's & Company luxury realtor of Longboat key, we know what it's like to want a little paradise. But the idea of finding the perfect location and buying a vacation home can seem like an unattainable dream. However,...
The Best Communities To Live In On Longboat Key, Florida | A Complete Guide
Living on Longboat Key for over 20 years in the Bayview Estates community, we know what island living is all about. Imagine where every day, when the sun rises and sets, you are only minutes away from a beach looking out into the expanse of the Gulf of Mexico or a...