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The best mortgage depends on your finances, down payment, credit profile, military eligibility, property type, location, expected ownership period and the actual loan offers available to you. Conventional financing may work well for many qualified buyers, FHA can offer additional flexibility for som

Some of the most popular places to go in Bradenton, Florida include the Bradenton Riverwalk, Robinson Preserve, The Bishop Museum of Science and Nature, De Soto National Memorial, LECOM Park and Manatee Village Historical Park. Bradenton also puts residents close to preserves, boating, golf and the

Deed restrictions are private restrictions or covenants that can limit or regulate how a property is used. Depending on the property and the applicable documents, they may address exterior changes, fences, landscaping, parking, leasing, signs, pets, architectural standards or other uses. In a Florid

If you are financing a home purchase, avoid making major purchases or taking on new debt before closing unless you have discussed the transaction with your mortgage lender. A new car loan, financed furniture, appliances, electronics, jewelry or a large credit-card purchase can change your debt, avai

VUE Sarasota Bay and BLVD Sarasota are both modern 18-story luxury condominium buildings in Downtown Sarasota, but they offer noticeably different ownership experiences. VUE, at 1155 N. Gulfstream Avenue, contains substantially more residences and occupies a prominent position near Sarasota Bay and

Yes, a house that has had mold can still be worth buying, but the history deserves careful investigation before you make a purchasing decision. Previous mold does not automatically mean a home is permanently damaged or unsuitable. The more important questions are what caused the moisture, how extens

Summer Sands is a 36-residence Gulf-to-Bay condominium community at 1007 Gulf Drive North in Bradenton Beach on Anna Maria Island. Built in 1982, the community combines deeded Gulf beach access and documented Gulf views with a bayfront heated pool and spa, elevators, covered parking, and a dock on t

Sunset Terrace is an 18-unit Gulf-front condominium at 2312 Gulf Drive North in Bradenton Beach on Anna Maria Island. Built in 1982, the community sits directly on the Gulf of Mexico with private beach access, expansive water views, a community pool, covered parking, and Gulf-facing balconies in doc

Sunset Landings is a small five-unit condominium community at 703 Gulf Drive South in Bradenton Beach on Anna Maria Island. The elevated, townhouse-style residences sit directly across Gulf Drive from Cortez Beach, giving documented units broad Gulf views, multiple balconies or decks, and convenient

Key West North is a small four-unit condominium community along Gulf Drive North in Bradenton Beach on Anna Maria Island. Built around 1999, the elevated property sits directly across Gulf Drive from the beach and combines Gulf views with a community pool, elevator, covered parking, balconies, and r

La Costa Condominiums sit directly on the Gulf of Mexico at 1800 Gulf Drive North in Bradenton Beach on Anna Maria Island. The 42-unit beachfront community combines direct access to the sand with a heated Gulf-front pool, covered parking, barbecue areas, and recreation that currently includes pickle

South Beach Village is a small eight-residence condominium community along 10th Street North in Bradenton Beach on Anna Maria Island. The townhome-style residences are positioned close to Gulf Drive and the Gulf beach, with current property information documenting spacious three-bedroom layouts, pri

Tortuga Inn Beach Resort is a beach-to-bay condominium resort at 1325 Gulf Drive North in Bradenton Beach on Anna Maria Island. The community combines access to a Gulf beach across Gulf Drive with Sarasota Bay frontage, two heated swimming pools, a fishing pier and boat docks, tropical grounds, and

Marbella Villas is an 11-residence Gulf-front condominium at 1900 Gulf Drive North in Bradenton Beach on Anna Maria Island. Built in 2000, the community offers direct beach access, Gulf views, a beachfront pool and spa, elevators, covered or reserved parking, and a location convenient to Bridge Stre

Sandcastle Beach Resort is an intimate eight-unit Gulf-front condominium at 200 Gulf Drive South in Bradenton Beach on Anna Maria Island. Built in 2003, the community combines direct beach access and Gulf views with a heated community pool, elevator access, covered or assigned parking, and a locatio

Ilexhurst is an established residential area in the central portion of Anna Maria Island with an unusual distinction: the historic subdivision extends into both Holmes Beach and Bradenton Beach. Rather than being a single condominium complex or uniform planned community, Ilexhurst includes a varied

Gulf Breeze is an intimate Gulf-front condominium at 2106 Gulf Drive North in Bradenton Beach on Anna Maria Island. Florida condominium records identify just four residences in Gulf Breeze, A Condo, while property records identify 1998 construction. The biggest attraction is straightforward: the bui

Coquina Moorings is a 14-unit waterfront condominium community at 1407 Gulf Drive South in Bradenton Beach on Anna Maria Island. Built in 1982, the community sits directly on the Intracoastal Waterway while the Gulf beach is across Gulf Drive, creating a distinctive Gulf-to-Bay setting. Current prop

Shell Cove is a small Gulf-front condominium community at 2310 Gulf Drive North in Bradenton Beach on Anna Maria Island. The Shell Cove Condominium Association identifies just 12 residences in one two-story building, with every unit offering a Gulf of Mexico view and approximately 150 feet of Gulf b

Gulf Watch Condos is a 32-unit condominium community at 601 Gulf Drive North in Bradenton Beach on Anna Maria Island. The community sits across Gulf Drive from the Gulf of Mexico while also providing access toward the bay and Intracoastal side, creating a beach-to-bay setting without requiring every