Laughlin Tanner Group
MARCH 2025
 
Florida Millionaire Migration
Florida's Millionaire Migration
Florida stands as a beacon for those seeking financial advantages, luxury living, and generational wealth preservation.
Florida is emerging as a premier hub for wealth migration in the United States. High-net-worth individuals and affluent young professionals from across the country and around the world are increasingly calling Florida home, drawn by its financial advantages, lifestyle offerings, and thriving luxury real estate market.

Florida's tax policies remain one of its most compelling advantages. The absence of a state income tax offers significant financial savings, particularly for high earners, business owners, and investors seeking relief from the high-tax burdens of states like California, New York and New Jersey. Additionally, Florida imposes no estate or inheritance taxes, making it a strategic choice for long-term wealth preservation.

The effects of wealth attraction are particularly evident along the Gulf Coast where ultra-luxury Gulf-front condominiums now command prices as high as $5,000 per square foot -- figures that seemed inconceivable just a few years ago. As luxury migration drives demand for ultra-premium properties, the state's housing market and infrastructure are evolving to cater to an increasingly affluent demographic.

Whether this trend will redefine the state's long-term identity remains to be seen, but for now, Florida stands as a beacon for those seeking financial advantages, luxury living, and generational wealth preservation.
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MIAKKA DIRT TOURNAMENT
Miakka Golf Club Dirt Tournament
Play in the Dirt Before Sodding
Can you beat Paul Azinger's par on hole one?
Are you wondering what is a dirt tournament? Paul's video will give you an idea of what it's like to play on a hole that is in the final stage before sodding. He got par on hole one. Do you think you can do better? Join us and find out.

Approval has been granted to play one of the grassed holes during the Dirt Tournament on Saturday, April 5. Those who are participating can declare for all time to be among the first to play on the Zoysia fairways of Miakka.

Limited spaces remain. RSVP yourself or your group today as only a few early and afternoon times remain available.

RSVP to Erik Whitehead, Membership Director at 941-799-9227 or ewhitehead@miakkagc.com.
 
COMING SOON TO GOLDEN GATE POINT
Amara on Golden Gate Point
Amara on Sarasota Bay
Views that make these Sarasota’s most exciting and remarkable residences
The Laughlin Tanner Group was pleased to attend the pre-construction announcement event for Amara -- a new, high-end, boutique condominium coming soon to Golden Gate Point. Priced from $4.25M to $8.5M, all residences feature sprawling terraces with views of Sarasota Bay, Marina Jack and city skyline. The grandest residence includes a private pool, spa and complete outdoor kitchen. Amara offers a convenient condominium lifestyle with the outdoor space of a single-family home. Community amenities include an elegant waterfront esplanade with on-property boat slips.

Please get in touch with me to express early interest and stay up to date as Amara takes shape. By working with me, you work with an industry insider who excels at negotiating the best purchase price and residence upgrades for you.
AMARA BROCHURE AND PRICING
 
HEALTH CARE EXCELLENCE
Reside Magazine
Sarasota Memorial Hospital Recognized Among World's Best Hospitals
The only hospital in southwest Florida
to ever make the list
Sarasota Memorial has been recognized among the world's best hospitals today in Newsweek's seventh annual global ranking of hospitals. It is the only hospital in southwest Florida to ever make the list, and has been recognized every year of its publication.

The goal of the study is to aid patients and their loved ones in selecting the world-class medical center which will ensure them the best possible outcomes.
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INNOVATIVE MARKETING
Sarasota Magazine Luxury Home Article
Getting Noticed in Local Media
Sarasota Magazine features our Sapphire Shores listing
As the industry leader in the markets we serve, Premier Sotheby’s International Realty is the voice of luxury real estate. Our in-house public relations team shares stories and press releases about newsworthy listings with local, national and international media outlets.

The Laughlin Tanner Group excels in the marketing of Sarasota's unique luxury homes, like 653 4th Street in Indian Beach/Sapphire Shores. Designed by the owner, artist Melanie Whaley, this modern retreat is both a home and a work of art. We collaborated with our public relations staff to get this unique home featured in Sarasota Magazine.

Completed in 2021, Whaley's most important requirement: a studio that only allows in true northern light. Revered by artists for its consistency and how it's diffused, it became a guiding principle in the home's design.

The home sold in 49 days. It was listed at $3,195,000.
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MARKET ACTIVITY REPORTS
What's listing? What's selling? Find out in our monthly real estate activity reports featuring your favorite Sarasota neighborhoods!
West of Trail Siesta Key Downtown
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Bird Key St. Armands-Lido Longboat Key
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South Siesta Key Anna Maria Island Luxury Real Estate Market Activity Report East County Acreage
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RECENT SALES
In the last months, the Laughlin Tanner Group helped these sellers achieve outstanding results in the sale of their homes:
Sold ListingINDIAN BEACH/SAPPHIRE SHORES
4BR/3BA/3,200SF | $3,195,000

New ListingHARBOR ACRES
0.35 ACRE LOT | $4,475,000
New ListingDOWNTOWN SARASOTA
4BR/4.5BA/2,798SF | $2,395,000
 
 
NEW & FEATURED LISTINGS
These listings are new to market or will be coming
on the market in the near future. Contact me
for more information or exclusive personalized showings
.
New Listing
LIDO SHORES
1339 Westway Drive
5BR/5.5BA/7,409SF| $11,995,000

There's so much to love about this exceptional Lido Shores home with 103-ft. waterfront on New Pass between the Gulf of Mexico and Sarasota Bay. Combining modern aesthetics with coastal serenity, this home promises a lifestyle sure to please all who love living the good life.
New Listing
THE ESTATES AT TERRANOVA
32206 Grand National Drive
4BR/3.5BA/4,549SF | $5,250,000

This builder-curated luxury home showcases meticulous design and exceptional craftsmanship, setting a new standard in the realm of equestrian residences. With its expansive layout, high-end finishes, and proximity to TerraNova Equestrian Center, this property represents the epitome of luxurious comfort paired with the joys of horse ownership.
New Listing
CASEY KEY
681 Casey Key Road
4BR/4.5BA/3,310SF | $4,995,000

Forever in love with sunny-sky winters, soul-stirring sunsets and a magical seaside setting. You'll also love to know that the home had no water intrusion from the October hurricanes, is fitted with impact-glass windows and sliding glass doors, and is being sold turnkey furnished.
New Listing
WEST OF TRAIL
1543 Eastbrook Drive
4BR/5.5BA/4,788SF | $4,000,000

Classic. Accommodating. Hospitable. Your life's passions are welcome here. Located on a half acre at the end of a spring-fed lake, the long water views resemble the qualities of a reflection pool. The masterful design encompasses a total of 7,590 sq. ft. of indoor and outdoor space.
NEW ListingPALMA SOLA
1.2 Acres
$2,700,000
New ListingDOWNTOWN EAST
4BR/4.5BA/3,352SF
$2,195,000
NEW ListingST. ARMANDS
4BR/4BA/3,501SF
$1,950,000
New ListingPALMA SOLA
4BR/3.5BA /3,926SF
$1,795,000
NEW ListingMYAKKA CITY
6BR/5.5BA/4,808SF
$1,595,000
New ListingARLINGTON PARK
3BR/2BA/1,636SF
$825,000
New ListingDOWNTOWN
2BR/2BA/1,323SF
$779,000
New ListingRIVA TRACE
3BR/2BA/1,903SF
$579,000
NEW ListingCASTEL DEL MAR
2BR/2BA/1,016SF
$485,000
New ListingRIVER DANCE
2BR/2BA/1,514SF
$425,000
 
AFFLUENT LIFESTYLES MAGAZINE
Reside Magazine
RESIDE magazine is a custom publication published by Premier Sotheby’s International Realty featuring in-depth stories and captivating editorial on affluent lifestyle topics. This weekend, RESIDE will be delivered to subscribers inside the Wall Street Journal and New York Times. It will also be distributed to over 16,000 homeowners in the Sarasota/Tampa Bay regions.

We want you to be among the first to enjoy reading this exclusive publication. Click on the link below to view the magazine's online flipbook.
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