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We're proud to welcome Catalist Realty to our Sarasota office. A Sarasota-based brokerage built on giving back, Catalist will operate as The Catalist Group within Keyes.

Our Sarasota office, which has nearly 70 associates, will relocate to Catalist's historic cottage office at 1630 Morrill St., where the combined team will be based.

Founded in 2018 by Broker/Owner David Crawford, Catalist Realty donates a portion of its compensation to a nonprofit chosen by the buyer or seller. Through its customers' selections, the firm has generated more than $350,000 in contributions to over 65 local 501(c)(3) organizations. The model roots Catalist deeply in the community and gives customers a direct way to engage with local causes.

Catalist is strongest in residential markets from central Sarasota to Manatee County and regularly handles transactions in the Tampa/St. Petersburg market, meeting customers where they are. Its team will...

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Wellness is a lifelong journey that requires consistent effort. In-home wellness amenities offer affluent homeowners extra support along the way, making it easier to incorporate the routines and features they value into everyday life.

According to the Global Wellness Institute, wellness-focused real estate will account for more than $1 trillion in global market value by 2029. The demand for wellness amenities is clear—but which ones interest homeowners most? Here's what our real estate agents have observed while serving some of Florida's most exclusive markets.

Top Wellness Features in Today's Florida Homes

Boca Raton

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A beautifully designed backyard can make an exceptional property feel even more complete. With a resort-inspired backyard renovation, you can bring the comfort and style of your favorite luxury destinations home. These projects can be as simple as a lighting upgrade or as complex as a full home spa installation; if it helps create the same inviting, stress-free atmosphere that makes the best resort experiences so special, it counts.

Not all resort-like upgrades appeal equally to every homeowner. While much of the decision comes down to personal tastes, there are also differences in architecture, setting, and lifestyle from one community to another. Our real estate agents' time serving some of Florida's most distinguished communities has given them insight into the features that suit each area particularly well. Keep reading to see...

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Whether you're buying or selling, the home inspection is one of the most pivotal steps in the whole process, and it looks a bit different in Florida than in other places. With warm weather year-round, high relative humidity, salt air near the coast, and HVAC systems running year-round, Florida's climate puts different pressures on homes. Our real estate agents are here to help you prepare, with a closer look at the most common issues that arise on Florida home inspections.

Key Areas to Examine During a Florida Home Inspection

HVAC System Issues

Air-conditioning systems work harder in Florida than almost anywhere else in the country, with A/C running nearly year-round and rarely taking much of a break, even in the milder winter months

This makes wear-related issues mor...

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Did you know that Florida's flood disclosure laws officially changed as of October 1, 2025? The new flood disclosure laws introduce additional disclosure requirements, covering responsibilities for sellers, real estate developers, and residential landlords.

Whether you're buying or selling, it's important to understand the latest disclosure laws. Our real estate agents have more on Florida's latest flood disclosure laws and how they could impact you.

Understanding Florida's Expanded Flood Disclosure Requirements

Official Flood Disclosure Statute

Florida Statute 689.302 covers "disclosure...

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