Valerie Padur Realtor MRP GRI- The Padur Team Preferred SHORE Real Estate

09/25/2026

🏡 SOLD! 🙌

Patience was key to this successful sale!
This home was beautifully cared for, and that care made a difference. Even as similar properties nearby sold for less, our sellers stayed patient through the process. We held to the value this home offered and achieved a sale we’re all grateful for.

To our sellers: thank you for trusting us and staying the course. Congratulations on your sale! 💙

Thinking about buying or selling in Sarasota or Manatee County? Let’s talk about your next move.

Frank 📲 (315) 489-7862
Valerie 📲 (315) 489-7872
The Padur Team | Preferred SHORE Real Estate

09/25/2026

Before you hand over a down payment, ask any agent this: how will you protect my investment when the market shifts? If they can break it down with real numbers and a clear strategy, you’re on safer ground.

09/24/2026

Know someone who’s glued to Zillow and swears they’re staying put? The market’s moving faster than their scroll speed, so a quick chat could save them from missing the next good deal. Send this their way and let them decide.

09/23/2026

Finding a home that checks all the boxes means having an agent who actually knows your pup’s name and puts a big, fenced yard on the list. It’s the little details that turn a house into a place you and your dog can really enjoy.

09/22/2026

Thankful for those who generously donated new or gently owned shoes in support of our shoe collection drive at Realtor Association of Sarasota and Manatee via our 2026 Leadership Academy class! 🙌

We collected an SUV Full!! Sundi Engle 🤗

PS- a special shout out to Sunshine Movers for graciously donating wardrobe boxes to transport our collections throughout our association!

We’re so grateful to the Realtor Association of Sarasota and Manatee (RASM) for holding a shoe drive to benefit our neighbors in need. 👟

Look at everything they collected! 😍🙌

These donations will help provide an everyday essential to neighbors who turn to Turning Points for support.

Thank you, RASM, for your generosity and for the many ways you continue to make a difference in our community! 💙

09/22/2026

Your "type" in a home is less about curb appeal and more about how you want to live. Whether you crave character, a chef‑ready kitchen, or a quiet street, pinpointing those priorities narrows the search fast.

Ready to talk about what matters most? Send me a message and let's get started.

09/21/2026

Buyers keep asking about the walk‑to‑shops, natural light, extra storage and how quiet the street feels. Those little details often outweigh a perfect kitchen remodel. Take a quick walk through your home with a buyer’s eye before you list and spot what needs fixing.

09/18/2026

Looking back, I wish I’d gotten pre‑approved before house hunting—it saved weeks of back‑and‑forth. I’d also have hired a buyer’s agent early to spot hidden costs and keep my budget in check. Those two moves cut the stress and made the process way smoother.

09/18/2026

Tonight, we graduated from the 2026 RASM Leadership Academy! 🎓✨

I met so many wonderful people and strengthened the bonds I already had with others. I’m incredibly grateful for every lesson, connection, and opportunity to continue growing as a leader.

Here’s to leading with purpose and never becoming too comfortable to learn! 💙