Michelle Morgan, PA/REALTOR/GRI/ABR/MRP/PSA/CPE-Engel & Volkers

Michelle Morgan, PA/REALTOR/GRI/ABR/MRP/PSA/CPE-Engel & Volkers You too can live in Paradise! Put Michelle's 30+ years of real estate and mortgage experience to wor Contact Michelle today for more information.

Michelle is a REALTOR with Gulf Shores Realty in beautiful Venice, Florida. Let her years of real estate and mortgage experience help you with your buying or selling experience.

🏛️ The Venice Museum will be open special hours from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, July 4!After the Independence Day pa...
06/25/2026

🏛️ The Venice Museum will be open special hours from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, July 4!

After the Independence Day parade, make your way to the Venice Museum to explore Venice Turns 100!, our special Centennial exhibit showcasing the people, places and moments that shaped our city's first century.

While you're here, grab some centennial stickers and magnets, browse the gift shop and seasonal exhibits before heading over to the festivities at West Blalock Park and inside the Venice Community Center, where the City of Venice and Venice MainStreet, Inc. are hosting a patriotic Community Picnic celebrating both America 250 and the City of Venice's Centennial.

🍉 Watermelon eating contests, potato sack races and tug-of-war
🎶 Live music, storybook characters, face painting and family activities
🌭 Food Truck Row
🎭 Special performances and entertainment throughout the day

Check out the graphic below for the full schedule of activities and event times.

🎆 Then, cap off the celebration with the City's annual July 4th fireworks, visible from Venice area beaches beginning around 9 p.m. as they're launched over the Gulf.

Be sure to stop by the Engel & Völkers tent, will have games, give aways and more! We look forward to seeing you decked out in your best red, white, and blue! 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

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06/24/2026

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The best kept secret about living in Venice?Summer. ☀️🌴Don't get me wrong—I love seeing our seasonal residents return ea...
06/24/2026

The best kept secret about living in Venice?

Summer. ☀️🌴

Don't get me wrong—I love seeing our seasonal residents return each year. But there's something magical about this time of year.

No circling downtown looking for parking.
No weeks-ahead restaurant reservations.
No crowded beaches.

Instead, we get spontaneous dinner plans, peaceful sunsets, quiet morning walks, and time to catch up with our favorite bartenders, servers, shop owners, and neighbors.

The roads are calmer. The beaches are wider. Life slows down just enough to remind us why we fell in love with Venice in the first place.

After more than 25 years here, summer is still my favorite season. ❤️

What do you love most about summer in Venice? 🌊

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06/21/2026

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PENDING! 🎉I'm excited to share that my listing at 426 Pendleton Place is officially pending!This sale is a little bitter...
06/18/2026

PENDING! 🎉

I'm excited to share that my listing at 426 Pendleton Place is officially pending!
This sale is a little bittersweet for many of us in Chestnut Creek. The seller has been a longtime resident, a former Board member, and someone who has dedicated countless hours to helping make our community the special place it is today. His commitment and involvement over the years have certainly not gone unnoticed.

While we'll miss having him as a neighbor, I'm excited for him as he begins this next chapter and all the opportunities that come with it.

Congratulations, and thank you for everything you've done for our community. Wishing you all the best in what's ahead! 🏡

The market is still moving for homes that are priced and positioned correctly. If you've been thinking about making a move, let's grab a coffee and talk about your options. ☕️

MichelleMorganRealtor

💰 The Cheapest Option Isn't Always the Most ProfitableI recently watched a homeowner choose a discount listing service b...
06/08/2026

💰 The Cheapest Option Isn't Always the Most Profitable

I recently watched a homeowner choose a discount listing service because the commission sounded appealing.

On the surface, it seemed like a smart financial decision.

But here's what many sellers don't realize...

Putting a home in the MLS is only one small piece of the process.

Professional photography, strategic marketing, pricing expertise, buyer screening, showing management, contract guidance, and skilled negotiation all play a role in determining what you actually walk away with at closing.

When sellers choose a discount service, they often end up doing much of the work themselves: 📸 Taking their own photos 📝 Writing their own descriptions 🏠 Hosting their own open houses 🤝 Handling their own negotiations

The real question isn't:

"How much commission did I save?"

The real question is:

"How much money did I keep?"

Because if a home sells for less than it could have, any commission savings can disappear very quickly.

Your bottom line isn't determined by the commission you pay.

Your bottom line is determined by your net proceeds at closing.

That's why my focus has always been on helping my clients maximize exposure, attract qualified buyers, negotiate from a position of strength, and ultimately put more money in their pocket.

If you're thinking about selling and want to discuss strategies to maximize your home's value, I'd love to help.

☕ Let's grab a coffee, talk about your goals, and discuss today's market.

📍 Venice, Florida 📞 941-284-1880 🌐 michellemorganrealestate.com

06/06/2026

🏠🏠OPEN HOUSE🏠
Sunday, June 6th, 1:00 to 3:00

✨ For Sale in Chestnut Creek Manors! ✨
Welcome to 1223 Whitney Drive in one of Venice’s most loved communities! This beautifully updated 3 🛏 | 2.5 🛁 pool home offers the perfect blend of space, style, and location.

With an open floor plan and multiple living areas—including living room, dining room, family room, and eat-in kitchen—there’s room for everyone to spread out and enjoy. The remodeled kitchen features stainless steel appliances, wood cabinetry, and granite countertops, while upgraded vinyl plank flooring and neutral tones create a fresh, modern feel throughout.

Step outside to your oversized lanai with a private pool and convenient pool bath—perfect for relaxing or entertaining Florida-style ☀️🌴

✔️ New AC (2025)
✔️ Re-piped (2024)
✔️ Hot water heater (2022)
✔️ Tile roof (2017)
✔️ Epoxy garage floor + built-in raised storage

All of this in a community known for its canopy-covered streets, natural beauty, walking trails and it's very own rookery—just minutes to I-75, Downtown Venice, beaches, shopping, dining, and the new hospital.

📩 Message me for details or to schedule your private showing!

https://us-east.prospects.com/prospects/m.do?tk=a89611bae245ee82d59849c482d2332a

Another happy closing day! 🎉🏡Today I had the privilege of helping some wonderful buyers close on their new Florida home ...
06/02/2026

Another happy closing day! 🎉🏡

Today I had the privilege of helping some wonderful buyers close on their new Florida home after working together for nearly four years. Like many people, they spent time watching the market, weighing their options, and waiting until the timing felt right for their family. When that moment came, they were ready to move forward with confidence.

What I'm seeing more and more lately is that many of my long-term prospective buyers are finally making their move. After years of waiting on the sidelines, they're realizing that there is never a "perfect" market—only the right opportunity for their personal goals.

Congratulations to my buyers on their new home and this exciting new chapter! Thank you for trusting me throughout the journey. If you've been thinking about buying and wondering whether now is the right time, let's have a conversation. You may be closer than you think.

☕ As always, if you're around, let's grab a coffee and talk about your real estate goals.

🏡 Thinking about making Florida your permanent home? Timing may matter more than ever.A newly proposed Florida property ...
05/31/2026

🏡 Thinking about making Florida your permanent home? Timing may matter more than ever.

A newly proposed Florida property tax relief plan could significantly increase homestead exemptions for Florida homeowners. One of the most talked-about provisions would require new Florida residents who establish residency after January 1, 2027, to wait up to five years before receiving the enhanced homestead exemption benefits.

While the proposal still must be approved by the Legislature and ultimately Florida voters, it has the potential to make Florida even more attractive compared to many higher-tax states.

If you've been considering a move to Florida, purchasing a primary residence before the end of 2026 could prove to be a smart decision if these changes move forward.

Want to learn more?
📖 Governor's announcement: flgov.com
📖 Florida Realtors overview: floridarealtors.org

As your local Venice-area Realtor, I'm keeping a close eye on how these proposed changes could impact homeowners, buyers, and our local market.
If you'd like to discuss your options, current home values, or what these changes could mean for you, let's grab a coffee ☕️and chat about the market. 😊

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