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Helping buyers and sellers navigate Wellen Park, Venice, and Sarasota County real estate with local insight, personal service, and the trusted support of Michael Saunders & Company.

10/22/2026

You don’t have to be strong every day. 💗

As a two-time cancer survivor, I know there are days when you want to pull the covers over your head—and days when reaching out to someone you love helps you get through.

One reminder has stayed with me: breathe and be kind to yourself. Give yourself grace and time to find your smile.

This Breast Cancer Awareness Month, I’m celebrating survivors, sending love to those going through treatment, and remembering those we’ve lost.

If you feel comfortable, share your story or leave a message of love, hope or prayer below. Someone reading it may need that encouragement today.

God bless. 💗

10/14/2026

Kathy Lane | Wellen Park New Build Expert

Kathy Lane has personally guided more than 200 new homeowners through the entire new build process, from selecting their homesite and floor plan to making design decisions, navigating the build, and receiving their keys.

Her expertise comes from years of hands-on experience in new home sales. Kathy understands builder contracts, the choices buyers face, and how decisions made early in the process affect the finished home. She brings that firsthand knowledge to buyers in Wellen Park, helping them evaluate builders and communities, understand their options, and move forward with confidence.

A REALTOR® with Michael Saunders & Company, Kathy puts that experience to work as your buyer’s agent. The builder’s representative works for the builder. Kathy works for you.

Before you visit the model homes, connect with Kathy.

Kathy Lane, REALTOR®
Michael Saunders & Company
Mobile: (941) 525-8384
[email protected]

10/05/2026

🏡 OPEN HOUSE THIS SATURDAY & SUNDAY!

Join me in Boca Royale and discover a home made for enjoying the Florida lifestyle—from its beautiful designer kitchen to the heated pool, spa, and peaceful pond views.

📍 11165 Hogan Circle, Englewood
📅 Saturday, October 10 & Sunday, October 11
🕛 Noon–3 p.m. both days
💰 Offered at $1,415,000

Explore four bedrooms plus a den, three baths, and 2,908 square feet of thoughtfully designed living space.

Come take a look, bring a friend, and picture the possibilities. I’d love to show you around!

Kathy Lane, REALTOR®
Michael Saunders & Company
Call or text: (941) 525-8384

Live Where Life Feels Right!

09/30/2026

🏡 OPEN HOUSE THIS WEEKEND!

Join me at 11165 Hogan Circle in Boca Royale Golf and Country Club!

Saturday, October 10 & Sunday, October 11
Noon–3 p.m. both days

Offered at $1,415,000

I’m excited to introduce my newest listing in Boca Royale Golf & Country Club!

Corner sliding-glass doors connect the great room to a lanai made for enjoying Florida living with a heated pool and spa, outdoor kitchen, and fireside gathering area.

Inside, a designer kitchen with quartz countertops, ceiling-height cabinetry, and a custom coffee bar brings style and function together beautifully.

Take the video tour, then contact me to experience this home in person. I’d love to show you around!

Kathy Lane, REALTOR®
📞 (941) 525-8384
Michael Saunders & Company

Live Where Life Feels Right!

09/29/2026

🏡 Mortgage Rates Are Above 7% — So Why Are Some Wellen Park Buyers Seeing 4.99%?

The national 30-year mortgage rate is currently just over 7% but that doesn’t necessarily tell the whole story for buyers here in Wellen Park.

Several builders are currently offering incentives that may include:

✅ Special financing as low as 4.99% on select homes
✅ Up to $50,000 in Flex Cash
✅ Closing-cost assistance
✅ Upgrade incentives
✅ Discounts on select new homes

And several of these September incentives are scheduled to expire tomorrow, September 30.

That’s why I always tell buyers: don’t compare homes based on the headline mortgage rate alone.

The real question is:

What will this home actually cost you each month and what are you getting for your money?

Purchase price, financing incentives, closing-cost credits, upgrades, lot premiums, HOA/CDD fees and available resale homes all need to be considered together.

New construction can be a great opportunity but the builder’s sales representative works for the builder. Having your own REALTOR® means having someone helping you compare the numbers, the neighborhoods and the alternatives so you can make the decision that’s right for you.

Thinking about buying in Wellen Park? I’d be happy to help you compare new construction versus resale and see where the best opportunities may be right now.

📲 Kathy Lane, REALTOR®
(941) 525-8384
Michael Saunders & Company

Live Where Life Feels Right!

09/23/2026

Meet Kona, the newest little member of our family! 🐾💙

Our mini Australian Labradoodle has stolen my heart and made himself very much at home. Apparently, I now have a fluffy little shadow who believes we should do absolutely everything together! 😂

He’s keeping us busy, making us laugh, and bringing so much joy to our days.

Do you have a furry family member? I’d love to see a photo in the comments! 🐶🐱

09/21/2026

Before You Buy the View…
A beautiful preserve or wooded view can be one of the things that draws you to a home. In both new construction and resale, buyers may pay a premium for a property with a desirable view.

But a “preserve view” and land that is protected from future development are not necessarily the same thing.

For example, the wooded area behind a home may look like permanent green space, while the land beyond those trees could actually be planned for another phase of the community, residential development, retail or even a roadway. Zoning, future land-use plans and recorded restrictions can help determine what may happen there.

When you’re paying a premium for a beautiful view, understanding what could potentially change that view matters, not only for your enjoyment of the home, but for its future value and marketability.

Kathy Lane, REALTOR®
Michael Saunders & Company
(941) 525-8384

Live Where Life Feels Right!

09/18/2026

If you’re looking for something to do in Venice this weekend, the September Sidewalk Sale starts today! ☀️🛍️

Downtown Venice shops along Venice Avenue, Miami Avenue, Nokomis Avenue and Nassau Street will be participating today and Saturday from 10 AM–4 PM.

I always enjoy seeing downtown busy and people supporting our local businesses. It’s a great excuse to get out, stroll around, do a little shopping, grab lunch and enjoy everything that makes Venice such a special place to live.

If you’re heading downtown this weekend, I’d love to know which shops you plan to visit!

Kathy Lane, REALTOR®
Michael Saunders & Company
(941) 525-8384
Live Where Life Feels Right!

09/17/2026

The August numbers are in and Sarasota County’s housing market is getting tighter. 🏡

Here’s what caught my attention most:

Single-family home inventory in Sarasota County was down 20.8% compared with last August, leaving just 3.7 months of supply.

At the same time:

• 646 homes sold, up slightly from a year ago
• Homes went under contract in a median 47 days
• Sellers received 94.7% of their original asking price, compared with 92.3% last year
• The median sale price was $470,000, down just 1.1% year over year

To me, the interesting part isn’t any one number—it’s what they show together.

There are fewer homes available, buyers are still active, and sellers are getting closer to their asking price. But buyers are also paying close attention to value.

That’s why I still wouldn’t recommend simply putting a high price on a home because inventory is tighter. The homes that are priced correctly, presented well and marketed effectively have the best opportunity to stand out.

And for buyers, less inventory doesn’t mean there aren’t opportunities. It just makes knowing the individual neighborhood, recent comparable sales and negotiating position that much more important.

Real estate is local and sometimes even two neighborhoods a few miles apart can behave very differently.

If you’re thinking about buying or selling in Venice, Wellen Park, Boca Royale or the surrounding area, I’m always happy to help you understand what the numbers mean for your situation.

Kathy Lane, REALTOR®
Michael Saunders & Company
📞 (941) 525-8384

Live Where Life Feels Right!

Source: REALTOR® Association of Sarasota and Manatee / Florida Realtors®, August 2026.

09/16/2026

WELLEN PARK WEDNESDAY

One of the things I enjoy watching in Wellen Park is how quickly the different neighborhoods continue to grow and take shape.

Oakbend just opened its new private amenity campus, and it’s a great example of how much emphasis Wellen Park places on lifestyle, not just the homes themselves.

The new amenities include a clubhouse, fitness center, resort-style pool, event lawn, pickleball and bocce courts, a playground and neighborhood park. Oakbend is also close to CoolToday Park, within walking distance of Downtown Wellen, and connected to Wellen Park’s trail system.

For buyers, I think that’s worth paying attention to. When you’re comparing neighborhoods, it’s not only about the floor plan or price. The amenities, location, walkability and overall lifestyle can make a big difference in how a community feels once you actually live there.

And if you’re out and about in Wellen Park today, September Sippin’ is happening in Downtown Wellen from 4–7 PM, with shopping specials at several local businesses. Sounds like a pretty good excuse to get out and enjoy the community. 😊

If you’re considering a move to Wellen Park and want help comparing the different neighborhoods, builders and resale opportunities, I’m always happy to help.

Kathy Lane, REALTOR®
Michael Saunders & Company
(941) 525-8384

Live Where Life Feels Right!

Address

19740 South West Villages Parkway
Venice, FL
34293

Telephone

+19415258384

Website

https://www.linkedin.com/in/kathleenmlane/, https://kathylane.michaelsaunders.com/, https://www.instagram.com/kathylaneh

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