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Moving to the Florida Gulf Coast in 2023

Written by Paradise Realty Staff on . Posted in Anna Maria Island, Blog, Info.

Why wouldn’t you want to live near “The Friendly City” (Bradenton) in “The Sunshine State” (Florida)? We couldn’t dream up a better location to live than here in paradise. Buying a home in Florida in 2023 is not only an investment in your well-being, but for your future. Especially if you decide to invest in a home on the Gulf Coast in the Anna Maria Island – Bradenton – Ellenton – Sarasota areas!

Moving to Florida

The truth is, the demand for Florida homes remains one of the highest in the nation. With Florida’s desirable weather, lower income taxes, & low property taxes, it’s hard to argue it’s a great place to live. From its stable economy and hot housing market to its top universities and family-friendly attractions, it’s no wonder Florida has grown by an astonishing 14.6% since 2010.

However, there are also key benefits to buying property in Florida in 2022. With it’s rising prices, it’s also an extremely stable investment – people will always want to move to Florida, so snag your piece of paradise while you can! And our expert team at A Paradise can make your Florida home dreams come true.

Moving

Florida’s economy is on rise with no end in sight. The job market is flourishing, the tourism is always steady, and the allure of Florida is solid. With no personal income tax, it’s a fantastic place to move or start a business. In fact, Florida is projected to see GDP growth of 2.8% throughout 2023.

If you’re thinking about moving your family to Florida – the closeness to globally renowned attractions, theme parks, and living in a top vacation spot is enough! Yet there are also top-rated state universities and great public schools here in Manatee and Sarasota counties!

Of course, it’s no news that Florida is THE top place to retire. Sandy beaches, great community, awesome golf courses and museums, there’s no doubt it would be the ideal place to spend your relaxing retirement days.

Housing Market

We know the housing market can seem overwhelming and unattainable, but we assure you that our team can help make the process less intimidating. We have wonderful properties and great plots of land here in the Gulf Coast area that we would love to introduce you to. We are always here to help, and excited to welcome you to our paradise family!

Photos Courtesy of Visit A Paradise Website

Land

Best Way to Invest in Buying Land in Florida

Written by Staff on . Posted in Anna Maria Island, Blog, Info.

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Want to make the move and put some roots down in Florida? We’ll cut right to the chase here: The housing market is pretty wild right now, and trying to find the right home for you in the right location can be daunting… Especially in the coveted Gulf Coast area. But, there are other ways to set your family up with some space in Florida for decades: Buy land!

If you’ve been looking for land for sale in Florida, we can certainly help. Through Florida’s diverse landscape, from beautiful flat properties to sunny and scenic beaches to picturesque wetlands and hardy pine forests, Florida is an ideal place to buy rural land. That said, excellent properties are out there for those with the patience and knowledge about what it takes to buy land in Florida. Not sure if it’s for you? We can help figure it out!

Whether you’re looking to build a ranch, farm, grove, or homestead — there are plenty of options! In fact, we have a whole team dedicated to it. Our experienced land company deals primarily with agricultural real estate. We also offer full acquisition services for the distinguished investor, large holding companies, developers, and agriculture clients.

Land

There are many benefits to buying in Florida you may not know about, especially in the Bradenton/Parrish/Sarasota areas. One of the largest industries in the state is agriculture, which has kept prices for agricultural land consistently solid, and because Florida is a recreationally-oriented state, land values along the coast and lakes has continued to remain strong.

A major plus of investing in land now is that Florida is growing and will continue to grow. If you have the opportunity to purchase in the hottest agriculture real estate state, it’s without question a worthy investment. If you choose the right piece of land, it can appreciate without taking any time out of your busy schedule. While some vacant land buyers make their purchase with the intent of cultivating farmland or building on it, make sure to consult with one of our land professionals on topics such as: Whether the land realistically suits your plans, which zoning laws may apply, and which agricultural and other tax breaks may apply.

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We know buying land is a big investment and can seem like an overwhelming commitment; that’s why the members of our team are well-versed and fully prepared to answer any and all questions you may have. We live and work in the Manatee and Sarasota County areas, so we want to make sure our neighbors are excited about the potential to become local landowners! There are so many opportunities available to you, and our team is ready to guide you in the right direction.

Check out our website for some of the beautiful properties available, and don’t hesitate to reach out.

Photos courtesy of Visit A Paradise

Village of the Arts

Visit Bradenton’s Village of the Arts

Written by Paradise Realty Staff on . Posted in Anna Maria Island, Blog, Info.

Whether you’re nursing a sunburn inside, want to avoid some beach traffic, or just want to experience a different part of the Anna Maria Island area— there’s always something to do on the Gulf Coast. Just a few miles inland from AMI is the city of Bradenton that has so much to offer. One of our personal favorite spots? The Village of the Arts, a colorful, fun, and eclectic neighborhood not far from Downtown Bradenton and Lecom Park.

Village of the Arts

This historic neighborhood is where artists and creatives alike come together to make our city a bit brighter and celebrate all of the beauty its residents have to offer. These colorful streets include over 275 individual properties and stretch from 9th Avenue West to 17th Avenue West between 9th Street West and 14th Street West. 

The unique cottages and bungalows themselves are cute enough to make a drive to see but the offerings inside many of them are just as exciting. In the Village of the Arts (VOTA) you can find everything from award-winning restaurants to specialty shops, studios, healing arts, bakeries and some of Bradenton’s best art galleries.

Village of the Arts

The Artists Guild of Manatee was formed in 1999 as a non-profit with a mission to build a community where artists live and work while enhancing quality of life and creating a harmonious environment. It really is something special, especially on their renowned “artwalk” days. You can join the VOTA community during their artwalks the first Friday night and Saturday afternoon of every month, where you’ll be greeted with live music, incredible food and unique indie art spanning every genre. At a VOTA artwalk you can get an excellent overview of the merchants in the area.

If you want to scope out your gameplan beforehand or can’t make an artwalk day, no worries! They have handy maps online you can check out here or just go on a leisure stroll and see for yourself. Even if you don’t have a particular destination in mind, we guarantee you’ll discover some surprisingly delightful art and incredibly friendly people. In the Village, there is beauty everywhere you look!

As always, you can chat with our experienced team of locals for their favorites at Village of the Arts! You really can’t go wrong with supporting our local eateries, artists, and creatives in the Bradenton area.

Photos courtesy of Village of the Arts