Gina Ursini - Brista Realty - Longboat Key & Sarasota

Gina Ursini - Brista Realty - Longboat Key & Sarasota A home is where memories are created, friends and family belong, and laughter never ends.

06/17/2026

“We’ll just renovate it.”

Those five words have cost some Longboat Key buyers hundreds of thousands of dollars.

The FEMA 50% Rule is one of the biggest hidden surprises on the island, and one of the reasons buying here is about much more than finding the right house.

It’s about understanding everything that comes with it.

This is one of my top “Longboat Key Secrets” that buyers should know before purchasing.

If you’d like to hear all 10, comment LBKSecrets and I’ll send you the full video.

The most important market trends aren’t always the obvious ones.Today’s buyers are more selective, more informed, and mo...
06/10/2026

The most important market trends aren’t always the obvious ones.

Today’s buyers are more selective, more informed, and more intentional than they’ve been in years—and that’s influencing everything from pricing to inventory movement.

Here are a few quiet shifts I’m watching on Longboat Key right now.

06/03/2026

Don’t just compare price in Longboat Key.

Several factors dramatically influence price on our island. Which is why I always tell buyers to compare lifestyle and long-term value.

05/28/2026

You Don’t Need $1M to Buy on Longboat Key

Most people assume buying on Longboat Key means spending well over a million dollars. But that’s not always the case.

There are still ways to get onto the island without an ultra-luxury budget if you know where to look.

In my latest video, I’m showing you what the market actually looks like under $500,000 — including the kinds of condos, communities, waterfront options, and trade-offs that come with that price point.

Comment 500K for the link!

05/20/2026

For years, my buyers returned to with the same thought in the back of their minds: maybe someday.

When they reached out on my LBK Couture website, they knew they wanted something simple, move-in ready, and welcoming for visits with their extended family.

The residence we found wasn’t exactly what they originally pictured — and that’s what made the story even better.

The water views were beautiful. The modern renovation felt like a refreshing shift from homes in their hometown.

But I think the real moment everything clicked was when they saw children playing at the pool and realized how easily they could picture their own family there.

Not long after our first conversation, they were under contract.

Sometimes finding your version of Longboat Key isn’t about finding the perfect checklist. It’s about finding the place that feels right the moment you walk in.

And that’s exactly what happened for my buyers at Islands West.

05/13/2026

The Longboat Key Market is much different than the inland markets of Sarasota and Bradenton.

There is a strategy to navigating this market’s inventory, pricing and due diligence the right way.

Relocation to Longboat Key Florida is my specialty and I’d love to help you buy, sell or invest on our beautiful island!

This market isn’t about speed—it’s about precision.There’s a clear difference between the homes that are moving and the ...
05/06/2026

This market isn’t about speed—it’s about precision.

There’s a clear difference between the homes that are moving and the ones that aren’t and understanding why is everything.

If you’re thinking about your next move, I’m here to help you navigate it strategically.

05/01/2026

An incredible evening at our Magic & Mingle event ✨

We loved seeing old friends, meeting new faces, learning some tricks with and enjoying custom charcuterie with

Thank you to for hosting in your beautiful showroom and bringing our community together.

We look forward to the next one!

04/29/2026

Thinking of moving to Longboat key?

Here’s a glimpse of what the pace, beaches and everyday living feels like on our beautiful island.

04/22/2026

Join Brista for an evening of Magic & Mingling at the beautifully designed in Brista Commons Plaza

Thursday April 30th
5pm - 7pm
3130 Gulf of Mexico Dr, Longboat Key FL

Comment RSVP for the link to register 🪄

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