The REALTOR® Association of Sarasota and Manatee (RASM) is closely watching Idalia and its potential impact on our area. To help you prepare, we've compiled a list of resources along with the latest updates regarding RASM's operations.

The Esplanade Golf & Country Club at Lakewood Ranch is not only known for its golfing facilities but also for being part of a vibrant community.

According to data from Florida REALTORS® and compiled by the REALTOR® Association of Sarasota and Manatee (RASM), Manatee County saw year-over-year transaction growth, while Sarasota County maintained higher prices.

If you're ready to get involved with the REALTOR® Association of Sarasota and Manatee (RASM), joining a committee is one of the first and best steps to take!

At the Florida REALTORS® 2023 Convention & Trade Expo, the RASM Global Business Council (GBC) was honored with the Global Engagement Award.

Welcome to our Broker Corner, where we interview RASM broker members, asking pertinent industry-related questions to share their valued expertise, advice, and industry knowledge.

So many Americans are unabashedly obsessed with scrolling through online home listings. Looking at houses during the pandemic became a hobby that many people incorporated into their daily routines. After all, what could be more fun than “fantasy scrolling” and picking out your dream house or apartment, regardless of cost or location.

Unfortunately for REALTORS®, copyright infringement is easier to commit than one might think. Whether utilizing old listing photos or marketing a listing using a builder’s floor plan, copyright infringement can come with severe penalties, including damages of up to $150,000.

The Young Professionals Network (YPN) at the REALTOR® Association of Sarasota and Manatee (RASM) hosted a Celebrity Bartending fundraiser in June, raising $29,280 for two local charities.

At a recent Sarasota City Commission workshop, the Commission agreed to move forward with a plan to implement vacation rental regulation on all properties within Sarasota city limits.

According to the 2023 International Sales Report from the National Association of REALTORS®, Florida remained the top destination for foreign buyers, accounting for 23% of all international purchases. Florida was a top destination for foreign buyers from Colombia (80% of foreign buyers purchased in FL) and Canada (55% of foreign buyers purchased in FL).

The Young Professionals Network (YPN) from the Realtor® Association of Sarasota and Manatee (RASM) has recognized five rising stars in the local real estate industry.

The RASM Young Professionals Network (YPN) and RASM is proud to announce the Class of 2023 for the fourth annual “REALTORS® to Watch Under 40” program. These individuals are rising stars in our local real estate community.