Jon Patella, Realtor

11/12/2026

How to Tour Homes Efficiently When Inventory Is Low
Finding a home can be frustrating when there aren't many properties to choose from. You might spend days watching for new listings, only to discover that the latest one doesn't have enough space or needs more work than you expected.
After a while, even homes that wouldn't normally interest you may start...

Fewer listings can make house hunting frustrating. Learn how to plan showings, spot potential problems, and use your time more effectively.

11/11/2026

What Sellers Should Know About Listing During the Holiday Season
Putting a home on the market during the holidays can sound inconvenient at first.
There are decorations to put up, events on the calendar, people coming to visit, and perhaps travel plans already in place. Adding showings to that mix takes some planning.
Still, sellers don't always have the luxury...

Selling during the holidays comes with a different set of logistics. Plan ahead for showings, decorations, travel, and buyer schedules.

11/10/2026

Stop by Friday, November 13th from 10:00 to 2:00 PM to see 2404 BISPHAM ROAD Sarasota, FL 34231 for an open house!

OFFICIAL LISTING website. 2404 Bispham Road, Sarasota, FL 34231, 1719 square foot, 3 bedrooms, 1 full & 1 partial bathrooms, asking price of $529,900, MLS ID A4701601

11/10/2026

New Price! Take a look at the new price for 2404 BISPHAM ROAD, Sarasota.

OFFICIAL LISTING website. 2404 Bispham Road, Sarasota, FL 34231, 1719 square foot, 3 bedrooms, 1 full & 1 partial bathrooms, asking price of $529,900, MLS ID A4701601

11/09/2026

Discover unique holiday gifts in Sarasota and Bradenton! Explore local boutiques, artisan markets, and festive shopping destinations this season.

11/09/2026

Home Projects to Tackle Before the Holiday Season Gets Busy
The weeks leading into the holidays have a way of filling themselves.
A quiet weekend in early November can turn into shopping, school events, travel, houseguests, and a calendar that suddenly has very little empty space. That's one reason some home projects are better handled before the season gets...

A few home projects are easier to handle before the holiday calendar fills up. Focus on practical jobs that make the busy season run more smoothly.

11/07/2026

What Buyers Should Know About Winter Home Shopping
Winter home shopping doesn't look the same everywhere.
In one market, buyers may be dealing with snow-covered roofs and icy sidewalks. Somewhere warmer, winter might mean rain, cooler evenings, dormant landscaping, or simply fewer daylight hours for showings.
What the season does almost everywhere...

Winter can change what buyers notice during a home search. Know what to expect from shorter days, seasonal conditions, and holiday schedules.

11/06/2026

Recently Sold! Take a look at what I recently sold at 420 BEACH ROAD , Sarasota.

420 BEACH ROAD , Unit 606, Sarasota, FL 34242 See 1 Photos, description and maps; Bedrooms: 2; Full Baths: 2; Square Feet: 1316; Price: $1,495,000; MLS ID: A4683822

11/06/2026

When to Rethink Your Selling Strategy
A home can come to market with a solid plan and still need an adjustment later.
That doesn't necessarily mean something went wrong. Buyer activity changes, new competing listings appear, feedback starts to form a pattern, and the first few weeks on the market provide information you didn't have when...

A selling strategy that made sense at the start of a listing may need to change. Know which signs suggest it's time to take another look.

11/02/2026

Get your Bradenton or Sarasota home ready for the holidays with simple decluttering tips from Wagner Realty. Make more room for guests, gatherings, and everyday life.