We’re thrilled you’re here! At Slice of Florida Realty, we love this incredible state—the sun-soaked beaches, the vibrant communities, the endless opportunities to build the life you’ve dreamed of. Our young family relocated here from Macomb County, Michigan, back in 1998, and we’ve never looked back. Southwest Florida—especially Venice and the surrounding areas in Sarasota,…

Discover relaxed Old Florida charm in this beautifully maintained, turnkey furnished, 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom residence at Jetty Villas. This ground-floor unit offers 1,118 square feet of comfortable living space with a private patio—ideal for full-time living, seasonal snowbirds, or investors seeking strong rental potential. Inside, you’ll find a thoughtfully designed layout with natural light and a…

If you’ve ever dreamed of owning a slice of authentic Old Florida beach life—with real short-term rental income potential—take a close look at Unit #23 at 908 Villas Dr in the historic Venice Beach Villas community. Tucked in the Golden Beach area of Venice Island, this charming 650 sq ft 1-bedroom, 1-bath vacation villa sits…

A move-in-ready pool home on a spacious lot in Venice, Florida, for under $500,000? Yes, it’s still possible-and this ranch-style Slice of Florida home really delivers! This 1,938 sq ft under air (about 2,800 total building size), 3-bedroom, 2-bath gem has a new kitchen that flows right into the family room. It’s ideal for everyday…

Hello Venice Island friends and future neighbors! If you’ve been dreaming of low-maintenance beach living or a spacious family home with room to breathe, I’ve got something special brewing at Slice of Florida Realty. These two properties are in the final stages of prep and will hit the MLS soon—but serious and ready-to-move buyers get…

It’s Time for Local Dialogue on Clear Cooperation and Agency Duties. Florida real estate professionals offering Single Agency Client Representation justifiably pride themselves on putting clients first—delivering loyalty, obedience to lawful instructions, and full transparency under Florida Statute 475.278. Yet some national policies create real tensions that deserve open, local discussion. Take a real example…

The dramatically evolving rules of real estate are difficult to keep up with for brokers and agents. Therefore, how do consumers even have a chance? By reading Slice of Florida blogs, subscribing to the our short videos on your social media platform of choice, and subscribing to the Real Estate Agent Man Podcast, that is how. …

Navigating Florida Home Buying in 2026: Top 10 Key Points This isn’t your daddy’s home-buying advice. Prior to August 2024, many Florida homebuyers assumed they could call any listing agent, tour homes freely, and have the seller automatically cover buyer agent compensation—without much discussion of representation or fees. The National Association of Realtors (NAR) settlement…

At Slice of Florida Realty, we believe in transparency, clear communication, and putting our buyers first. That’s why we’re proud to share an easy-to-understand overview of our Exclusive Buyer Brokerage Agreement – the foundation of how we work together to help you find and acquire your next property, whether you’re buying, leasing, or exploring other…

When Shoppers Disappear: A Little Kmart Déjà Vu I’ll never forget one For-Sale-By-Owner appointment years ago. The seller looked me in the eye and said, “Steve, I just want someone who can actually get my house in front of real buyers — not just the MLS and the usual stuff.” Back then I hadn’t yet…