Janice Mason at Coastal Properties Group/Forbes Global Properties

Janice Mason at Coastal Properties Group/Forbes Global Properties Providing real estate expertise and excellent customer service to St. Dunedin and surrounding communities since 1991.

Janice first embraced the Florida lifestyle in 1989 and soon after began her successful real estate career in and around Dunedin. As a REALTOR® with Coastal Properties Group, an exclusive affiliate of Forbes Global Properties, she’s dedicated to providing the highest level of service to her clients. With a diverse background of successful home sales and expertise of both the market and industry, Janice is here to help you achieve your real estate goals. Whether you’re looking to buy your first home, that dream vacation home, or downsize to your forever home, she’s ready to help you preserve your dream lifestyle.

09/23/2026

Janice was friendly, knowledgeable and a superb communicator! I highly recommend her!
Let’s connect and talk about the latest insights in the industry!

09/21/2026

Condo rule adjustments: A gamechanger for the Florida market?
Big changes are underway for Florida condo buyers: new lending rules now call for full financial reviews of condo associations and higher reserve requirements. For many here in the Tampa Bay area—from Clearwater to Odessa and Tampa—this means securing a conventional loan just got tougher. Even with steady demand for condos, I’m seeing more buyers consider portfolio and non-qualified mortgage lenders as a result. As someone who guides clients through a range of property types in our local communities, I know firsthand how these shifts can reshape your options. Staying informed is key as you navigate your next move in our ever-evolving market.

🌎 THINKING ABOUT MOVING OUTSIDE YOUR MARKET?Your next move doesn’t have to be limited by your current ZIP code. Whether ...
09/21/2026

🌎 THINKING ABOUT MOVING OUTSIDE YOUR MARKET?

Your next move doesn’t have to be limited by your current ZIP code. Whether you’re relocating across the state, across the country, or simply exploring a new market, let’s talk. 🏡✨

With a strong network of trusted real estate professionals, I can help connect you with the right resources and make your move feel seamless—from Tampa Bay and beyond.

📩 Thinking about making a move? Let’s start the conversation.

09/19/2026

Imagine a hidden ninety five acre sanctuary with a home, wildlife strolling the grounds, a wraparound porch for sunrise coffee, a barn for horses, and a nature park next door

09/18/2026

VINA DEL MAR ISLAND LIVING 🏝️

Welcome to the Florida lifestyle you’ve been dreaming about! This beautifully remodeled 3-bedroom, 2-bath home in the island community of Vina Del Mar is just a short golf cart ride from the sandy shores of Pass-a-Grille Beach. ☀️🌊

✨ 1,910 heated sq. ft. + 320 sq. ft. enclosed sunroom
🍽️ Remodeled kitchen with quartz countertops & solid wood cabinetry
🛏️ Bonus office/flex space with potential for a 4th bedroom
🌿 Private landscaped backyard with room for a pool
🏡 Beautifully renovated bathrooms
🚗 Upgraded garage with epoxy flooring
🪟 Hurricane-impact sliders + plantation shutters
🏖️ Minutes to Pass-a-Grille Beach, boating, waterfront dining & shopping
🚤 Close to public boat ramp & marina
🌴 Easy access to Downtown St. Pete & I-275

With a new roof, updated electrical, new water heater and thoughtful upgrades throughout, this home is ready for you to move in and start enjoying island life.

📍 Vina Del Mar | St. Pete Beach
🚗 Golf cart to the beach. 🌊 Boat from the marina. 🍹 Enjoy the best of coastal living.

Your island lifestyle starts here. 💙

251 N JULIA CIRCLE, ST PETE BEACH, FL
Listed At: $999,000

09/17/2026

More Homes Hit the Market as Demand Cools
The latest housing data paints an interesting picture for buyers and sellers alike. In the four weeks ending August 23, new listings in the US edged up 0.4%, and the total number of homes for sale rose 0.5%, reaching a high not seen since early spring. However, pending home sales dipped 1.1% to a six-month low, as higher housing costs—like that average mortgage rate hovering around 7%—have made many buyers pause, even with more choices available. The median US home-sale price is still climbing, up 1.9% year-over-year, now topping $400,000.

For those actively searching, this shift means more negotiating power. Inventory is up, demand has softened, and homes that have been on the market for several weeks often present the best opportunities for buyers to secure price cuts or concessions. Sellers are finding success when they price realistically, rather than aiming for last year’s peak values. As someone who helps clients navigate the dynamic Tampa Bay area market—from Clearwater to Odessa and Tampa—I keep a close eye on these trends, always working to match clients with the right opportunities in our evolving landscape.

The truth about luxury? It isn't defined by a price tag. ✨Today's luxury buyers are looking beyond the obvious. They're ...
09/17/2026

The truth about luxury? It isn't defined by a price tag. ✨

Today's luxury buyers are looking beyond the obvious. They're looking for homes that offer something meaningful, distinctive, and difficult to replicate—whether that's waterfront access, exceptional architecture, privacy, thoughtful design, or a lifestyle that simply can't be duplicated.

Luxury isn't about having the most. It's about having what matters most.

And that's where the right representation makes all the difference. 🏡🌊

09/16/2026

Wild. Serene. Secluded. 🌿
Welcome to Magnolia Island—a rare 95-acre sanctuary where untouched Florida beauty, abundant wildlife and refined living exist in perfect harmony.

Here, privacy stretches as far as the landscape and every view feels worlds away—yet this extraordinary estate is nestled in the heart of Wesley Chapel.

This is more than a home. It’s land, legacy and luxury—naturally.

09/16/2026

🍂☀️ FALL IN TAMPA BAY JUST HITS DIFFERENT.

We may not get changing leaves or crisp temperatures, but we definitely get a calendar full of reasons to get out and enjoy the season. 🌴

🏈 Football is back
🏒 The Lightning return to the ice
🍺 Oktoberfest celebrations
🎶 Tampa Pig Jig
☕🎨 Coffee & Art Festival
🎃 Howl-O-Scream & Halloween events
✨ Holiday events start popping up in November

From cheering on the Bucs to discovering a new local festival, Tampa Bay comes alive with traditions, events and plenty of ways to make the most of the next few months.

The leaves may not change, but the calendar certainly does. 🍂🌴

What’s on your Tampa Bay fall bucket list? 👇

https://www.coastalpgi.com/posts/tampa-bay-is-back-in-season


09/15/2026

Clearwater Market Update

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