February/March 2011 Issue

Sarasota New Homes and Communities Magazine and Guide

Sarasota Manatee Homebuyer has merged with Florida Homebuyer Tampa Bay and is now called Florida Homebuyer West Coast. This Gulf Coast treasure consistently ranks among the most desirable relocation destinations in the country. Sarasota nurtures a thriving arts community, with live performances, galleries and museums of all kinds. Its beaches are beautiful and its shopping and dining opportunities are second to none. Charming historic neighborhoods combine with oceanfront high-rises and custom-home enclaves to offer the entire spectrum of housing options.

FEATURE
Keeping Communities Vital
Newlands big local projects have remained successful by adapting to new realities.

DEPARTMENTS
From the Publisher
2011 Parade of Homes Features Best of the Best.

Take Note
New home community and builder news throughout Tampa Bay and the West Coast.

REMODEL
Remodel Spotlights
Local remodeling pros showcase their latest transformations.

Remodel Trends
Expert tips on how to incorporate universal design elements into your home remodel.

SPECIAL REPORT
Buyer Beware
Short sales and foreclosures may not be such bargains after all.