What do kids REALLY want to do when they visit their grandparents in Sarasota? 🌴☀️

This week on Blessed Up in Sarasota, we’re switching things up and getting a kid’s perspective! Our special guests are visiting from Las Vegas and sharing what they love about Florida, from our white sand beaches and pools to shopping, theme parks, wildlife, and everything in between.

And for all the grandparents in Sarasota and Lakewood Ranch, they’re sharing their own tips for keeping the grandkids entertained when they come to visit! Think sunny beach days, water activities at the lagoon, shopping at UTC, movies, and indoor activities for those classic Florida rainy days. 🌊🛍️

Plus, we put them through a fun round of “This or That,” talk alligators vs. sharks, Florida vs. California beaches, and finish the episode with our Blessed Up Word of the Week and a little faith-filled encouragement. 🤍

Whether you’re a local grandparent planning for the grandkids’ next visit or you just want to hear Sarasota through a kid’s eyes, this is such a fun one!

Bless up, guys! 🌴✨

This week we're joined by a very special guest, Em, a Florida native who has spent nearly her entire life growing up in Sarasota. While so many people moving here are transplants, Emily offers a perspective that's becoming increasingly rare. We talk about how Sarasota has changed over the years, the biggest misconceptions people have about Florida, local beaches, hidden gems, favorite restaurants and coffee shops, Christian schools, and what life is really like growing up in one of the country's fastest growing areas. If you're thinking about visiting, relocating, or just want to experience Sarasota through the eyes of a local, this episode is full of insights you won't find in a travel guide.

Thinking about buying your first home? This episode is for you! Bree sits down with her husband, Cam, to talk about his experience buying a home at just 24 years old. They cover everything from down payments and PMI to home maintenance, new construction vs. resale, building equity, and the lessons they wish they knew before becoming homeowners. If you're wondering whether now is the right time to buy, this episode will help you feel more informed and confident.

Welcome back to Blessed Up in Sarasota! In this episode, we're teeing off on one of the most popular lifestyles on Florida's Gulf Coast: golf community living. ⛳🌴

We're sharing some of our favorite golf communities throughout Sarasota and Lakewood Ranch, including Lakewood National, Lakewood Ranch Golf & Country Club, the Ritz Carlton Members Club, The Founders Club, and more. We also discuss the difference between private, semi private, and public courses, along with the incredible resort style amenities many of these communities offer.

Plus, we dive into:• Golf communities with integrated HOA lifestyles• New construction opportunities in communities like Calusa• The truth about Lakewood Ranch traffic 🚗• Current Sarasota market statistics and what they mean for buyers 📈• This week's Blessed Weekly Word: Keep your thoughts fixed on Jesus (Hebrews 3) ✝️

Whether you're a golf enthusiast, considering a move to Florida, or simply curious about the Sarasota lifestyle, this episode is packed with local insight, real estate tips, and faith filled encouragement.

Welcome back to Blessed Up in Sarasota!

In this episode, Bree and Nadia dive into one of the best parts of living on Florida's Gulf Coast: the beaches. From Siesta Key's famous white sand to local favorites like Turtle Beach, Nokomis Beach, Venice Beach, Anna Maria Island and more, we're sharing our favorite spots, hidden gems and restaurant recommendations along the way.

We also spotlight the Windward community near Waterside in Lakewood Ranch and discuss current builder incentives that are helping make homeownership more attainable for today's buyers.

In this week's Sarasota Spill, we cover the latest interest rates, local market statistics and what sellers need to know about pricing their homes in today's market.

We wrap up with a Blessed Weekly Word from Psalm 23 and a reminder to find peace in the still waters God places in our lives.

Whether you're thinking about moving to Sarasota, already live here, or simply love Florida coastal living, this episode is for you.

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In our very first episode, we introduce ourselves, share our journeys into real estate, and talk about the leaps of faith that brought us to Florida.

We dive into some exciting new businesses coming to the Lakewood Ranch and UTC area, explore the unique vibes of Lakewood Ranch Main Street, The Green, and Waterside. Plus, we share some local lifestyle favorites.

We also spotlight one of Nadia's favorite communities in Lakewood Ranch, and discuss what makes it stand out for buyers considering a move to the area.

To wrap things up, we bring you our Sarasota Spill featuring local weather, mortgage rates, and Sarasota County market stats, followed by our Blessed Up Verse of the Week from Book of Jeremiah 29:7.

Whether you're thinking about moving to Sarasota, already call the area home, or simply enjoy faith-filled conversations and local insights, we're glad you're here!