Sue Carroll, Bradenton, FL REALTOR

06/17/2026

Almost 18 years. Hundreds of sunsets. No two have ever been the same.

06/12/2026

🏡 OPEN HOUSE | Sunday 1-3:30PM

Almost everyone talks about updated kitchens and LVP flooring.

Let's talk about what makes this home stand out.

✔️ Lee Wetherington home
✔️ Nearly 1/3 acre
✔️ Private pool
✔️ Mature landscaping
✔️ Only one immediate neighbor
✔️ Edgewater at Lakewood Ranch

If you've been looking for an established gated community with larger homesites, this one is worth a look.

📍8005 Waterview Blvd, Edgewater, Lakewood Ranch

Meet me there!

06/11/2026

What would you do with this room?

🎮 Teen Retreat
💻 Home Office
🎨 Craft Room
👶 Nursery

Check out four different ways this flexible space at 13941 Lilac Sky Terr in Aurora at LWR could work for your family.

Which one is your favorite?

🏡 Aurora at Lakewood Ranch
🛏️ 4 Bedrooms | 2.5 Baths
💲 $417,500

06/05/2026

Think a brand-new home doesn't need an inspection?

I recently had buyers bring in a third-party inspector for their new construction home. While the builder has their own quality-control process, I always think it's a good idea to have an independent inspection for extra peace of mind before closing.

Today, my buyers brought in a third-party inspector for their new construction home. While the builder has their own quality-control process, having an independent inspection provides an extra layer of confidence before closing.
Construction is construction, and even new homes can benefit from a fresh set of eyes.

Have you ever wondered whether a new construction home should be inspected? It's a question I hear from buyers all the time.

06/02/2026

As we're heading into summer, one thing I keep hearing is that summer is a bad time to sell a home in Florida.

Some people head north. Families take vacations. The weather gets hotter.

But that doesn't mean the market stops.

In my latest blog, I'm covering the most common myths sellers believe about the summer market—and why they may not be as true as you think.

Read more:

Many Florida homeowners assume they should wait until season to sell. Here's why summer buyers may be more active than you think.

05/29/2026

🏡 Open House Tomorrow in Lakewood Ranch

Looking for a newer home without the wait to build? Stop by and take a look at this 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath home in Aurora.

✔ Built in 2024✔ No rear neighbors✔ Treed backdrop for added privacy✔ Community pool & playground✔ Convenient Lakewood Ranch location

Saturday | 1:00 PM - 3 PM

Come see what makes this home stand out from the competition.

📍13941 Lilac Sky Terr, Lakewood Ranch

05/25/2026

STILL AVAILABLE. Maybe you looked. Maybe you waited. Maybe you thought you missed it. Not yet. Move-in ready in Cortez Villas.

📍3803 41st St Ct W, Bradenton
🛏️ 2 BEDROOMS
🛀 2 BATHS
📲 CALL, TEXT, OR MESSAGE ME TO SEE IT!

05/20/2026

New construction or recent build? Sometimes the better fit isn’t the obvious choice.

Today I’m featuring a newer home in Aurora at Lakewood Ranch built in 2024.

When buyers compare brand-new construction to a recent build, the conversation often goes beyond builder incentives.

A recent build can mean:

✔ Move-in ready
✔ No construction delays
✔ Natural treed backdrop with no rear neighbors
✔ Immediate availability
✔ The chance to compare overall value, not just incentives

This 4BR / 2.5BA home offers 1,872 sq ft and is currently offered at $417,500.

The question isn’t always new construction vs. resale.

Sometimes it comes down to value.

Sometimes it comes down to timing.

And sometimes a recent build checks more boxes than expected.

05/17/2026

Sometimes buyers just need help seeing the possibilities.

This living room and guest room at 13941 Lilac Sky Terrace are the perfect example.

Same rooms.
Different feeling.

4 bedrooms | Nearly new | Move-in ready

PM me for details.