Blog - Teresa Dunn

Buyer Resources, Seller Resources

Manatee County Market Update: September 2026

Manatee County sold fewer homes in September 2026 than a year ago, but the ones that sold went faster and closer to asking price. That’s the real story behind this month’s numbers, and it matters whether you’re buying or selling this fall. I’ve lived and worked in real estate here in Palmetto for 15 years, […]
Buyer Resources, New Construction, Parrish FL

Do I Need a Real Estate Agent to Buy New Construction in Parrish, FL?

If you’ve visited a new construction community in Parrish — Firethorn, North River Ranch, Canoe Creek, Crosswind Point — you’ve met the onsite sales agent. They’re friendly, knowledgeable, and ready to walk you through every floor plan and upgrade option. But there’s something they won’t volunteer: they work for the builder, not for you. That […]
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The Sarasota & Manatee Housing Market Right Now: An Honest Update

The Sarasota & Manatee Housing Market Right Now: An Honest Update Every headline about the housing market seems to either scream “crash” or “boom,” and neither one tells you much about your street. So here’s a straight, no-spin look at where the Sarasota and Manatee county market actually stands, what the numbers mean if you’re […]
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Home Staging in Sarasota & Manatee County: What Actually Sells Homes (An Honest Realtor’s Take)

If you’ve been told that home staging just means lighting a candle and fluffing some pillows, you’ve been told wrong. And if you’ve been told every home needs thousands of dollars of rented furniture, you’ve also been told wrong. The truth sits in the middle — and in a market like ours, getting it right […]