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Sarasota-Bradenton Real Estate & You

Local Real Estate Data
Wondering what leisurely attractions the Sarasota-Bradenton area has to offer its residents? Familiar with the area but looking for something new? These sites make it easy to find just what it is you're looking for.
  1. Sarasota Visitor Guide
  2. Gulf Islands Visitor Guide
  3. Sarasota/Bradenton Relocation Guide
  4. City of Sarasota
  5. Sarasota and Southwest Florida Vacation Guide
  6. Sarasota Yellow Pages and Search Guide
  7. Bradenton Yellow Pages and Search Guide
  8. My Florida – State of Florida Official Portal
  9. Visit Florida – State of Florida's Official Travel Planning Website
  10. Sarasota.com - Local business and tourism information


Local Procedures
No matter which community you're considering, it's always smart to be aware of local practices. Following are a few pointers on what to expect within the Sarasota-Bradenton area real estate community

Who Pays?

  • Details can be found in the FAR/Bar contract, which is a contract agreed upon by the Florida Association of Realtors ® and the Florida Bar Association. The contract is tailored to a particular region in Florida.

Flood Insurance
Make sure you research the need for flood insurance in your area.

The following sites are good resources for more information on hurricanes and flooding in this region:


Map of Region
Maps of the Sarasota-Bradenton region are available at the following sites