Its Always Sunny in Sarasota

03/16/2026

As the tower reaches full height, buyer momentum accelerates along the bayfront.

03/14/2026

I appreciate my clients taking the time to leave me a review. Here is what they are saying…

Melissa Keech
🌴 From Bay to Beach, call Melissa Keech
📍 Client focused. Results Driven.
📱 941.504.0408

10/22/2025

I appreciate my clients and here is what they are saying. ⭐️

Need help buying or selling in Q4 and beyond?

Melissa Sherk-Keech, 941.504.0408

10/03/2025

JUST SOLD ☀️⛳️ |

📍740 Debrecen Rd
🏠 $1,037,500

Selling homes is what I do every day, but selling my own was a whole new experience. In a market where “For Sale” signs are starting to feel like long-term lawn décor 🌱, homes are sitting for months with little movement. But with the right game plan, things don’t have to drag on. By combining smart pricing, eye-catching marketing, and knowing exactly how to highlight what buyers are wanting most in Q4 of 2025, I had my own home under contract in less than a week and closed and funded 37 days later. 🎉

If you’re thinking about selling in early 2026, now’s the perfect time to start the conversation. The right prep and strategy take time, and planning ahead ensures your home hits the market strong from day one. Let’s connect and get you ready for a successful start to the new year! 🌟

Melissa Sherk-Keech
📍 Sarasota Native Realtor
📱 941.504.0408 (text me)
🔑 Listing Specialist
✈️ Relocation Expert

09/24/2025

09/24/2025

09/22/2025

Home sweet S-O-L-D! Nothing beats that closing day energy! 🎉

Wishing you all the best in your next chapter, Kyle — cheers to new beginnings. Thank you for letting me be a part of your real estate journey!

Melissa Sherk-Keech - Preferred Shore
📱 941.504.0408
“Dedicated to helping YOU solve problems - reach goals - and attain dreams in real estate.”

09/22/2025

I’ve been learning alongside incredible agents at Florida real estate conference this week. The big takeaway is clear: pricing, presentation, and smart strategy matter more than ever in today’s shifting market.

📈 National Trends to Watch:

• Mortgage rates remain in the 6.5%–7% range, which has slowed some buyer activity, but experts project stabilization in 2025.

• Nationally, buyers are prioritizing move-in ready homes and energy-efficient features, and we’re seeing those same trends play out locally.

• Demographic shifts — especially retirees and remote workers moving south — continue to drive Sarasota’s strong demand compared to other markets.

👀 What This Means for You:

• Buyers: With inventory improving, you have more options than you did a year ago.

• Sellers: Pricing and presentation are critical — buyers are much choosier in today’s market.

• Investors: Sarasota’s steady population growth makes rental and vacation properties an ongoing opportunity.

Melissa Sherk-Keech - Preferred Shore
📱 941.504.0408
📧 [email protected]
“Client Focused. Results Driven.”

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09/06/2024

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A more than 9,000-square-foot home with frontage on Little Sarasota Bay features Italian-inspired touches.