Real Estate sales in Sarasota County, especially in Venice where I work have been rather robust after the April 15 cutoff that marks the end of season. There have been many double digit days for pending and sold listing on the MLS Hot Sheet. The difference in total units for sale compared to a year ago shows the inventory is getting smaller at a nice pace. These stats coupled with some positive media could go a long way for the recovery we all want to see. So long story short if you’re in the market to buy Real Estate in South West Florida make sure you pull the trigger in the next 12 months or less. No one can time the markets perfect but if this isn’t close to the bottom you can call me a salty dog.

Since the arrival of my baby girl my fishing expeditions have slowed to say the least, but I still have managed a couple short trips to find the bit is on. Tarpon are everywhere in the bay and on the beach. Cobia can be found just outside the passes around the massive bait balls that are easy to find just look for the birds or jumping fish. My last trip this past week provided many encounters with big Bull Reds in the bay right on the shallow grass flats. Couldn’t get them to bite but the sea trout bit was tons of fun using a top water lure that makes lots of noise. As always call me if you want to experience the best of South West Florida from my boat. Only one stipulation; must be willing to fish during site seeing:)

8-8-08 Is the my wedding date that I shouldn’t have any issue remembering. I think that’s why my beautiful wife chose the date I’ve attached a picture of the Silver River where we spent part of our Mini Moon. If you need any marriage advice call me for my 7 days worth of experience.