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Posted on 03/27/2022

3 Things First-Time Homebuyers Should Do Before Buying a Home

It's already complicated buying a home. Buying your first home can be even more so. There are plenty of guides available for first-time homebuyers to offer advice throughout the journey, but before you get started, there are some key things you can do to prepare. Here's a list of the best things to do before you start actively...

Buying

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Posted on 03/20/2022

Can Contingencies Benefit Sellers?

Contingency clauses in a real estate contract typically come from the buyer. However, there are some contingencies sellers can use in a sale negotiation as well. While they’re less common, knowing the basics can help in selling your home. Here are the main contingencies every seller should know: Kick-Out Clause A kick-out clause is a useful balance to...

Posted on 03/13/2022

Work-from-home burnout: What it is and how your home can help with it

“Work from home burnout” refers to being in your home constantly and having a lack of location change affect your work-life balance and mental health negatively. Some have reported feeling tired or just losing their focus throughout the day the longer they work from home. In fact, remote workers may have to work a little more to make...

Posted on 03/06/2022

Growing Beyond the Norm: 3 Unexpected Climbing Plants for Your Garden Trellis

Growing climbing plants on a trellis is a perfect way to use a small space efficiently. Trellises with vines can be purely decorative or provide valuable functionality like shade and privacy. There are many popular climbing plants to choose from if you’re looking for something to cover a trellis, but even if you’re looking for something different from...

Posted on 02/27/2022

How to lower your property taxes: Options for veterans with disabilities other than exemption

Many state governments offer property tax exemptions to qualified veterans with disabilities. However, since the amount of coverage and rules for eligibility vary from one state to the next, you may still need some extra help. Luckily, there are plenty of ways you can lower your property taxes in the event you have to pay them in full....

Posted on 02/20/2022

How to Prevent Landslides on Your Property

Landslides are caused by soil erosion and heavy rainfall. If your property has any slopes, it's important to check for signs of erosion so you can avoid the risk of causing a landslide. Here are three ways you can prevent erosion damage and landslides in your own yard: Plant Densely An abundance of deep-rooted vegetation is the best...

Posted on 02/13/2022

Stick-Built Construction: Errors to Avoid

Having a stick-built home constructed provides you with a whole new house to move into that has the features and design you want. While these homes offer several benefits over purchasing existing homes, it’s important to make sure the stick-built home construction process is done right. Otherwise, you could end with regrets about your new home in terms...

Construction

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Posted on 04/02/2022

Video Tour - 2657 Coolidge Avenue, North Port, FL 34286

Privacy abounds with this 3/4 bedroom home surrounded by undeveloped lots on all sides. As you pull in the driveway you notice this home has been well cared for and maintained to the highest level. Stepping into the tiled foyer and looking into the open great room you get the feeling of how comfortable this home can be. Kitchen is centrally located and has corian counter tops, breakfast bar, double sink, glass top range lots of storage, and more. Master bedroom is large, has a walk in closet, huge shower and dual sinks in the ensuite bath. The large den/office has a closet and could be used as a 4th bedroom. Screened lanai to look over...

Posted on 04/02/2022

Video Tour - 3817 Fontainebleau Street, North Port, FL 34287

Centrally located off Sumpter Blvd between Price Blvd and US 41. 3 bedrooms, 2 baths with caged pool and 2 car garage. As you enter through the screened front patio, you are greeted with a double door entry to the great room with vaulted ceilings and large tiled flooring. Sliding glass doors let in lots of natural light and lead to the generous sized patio and pool area overlooking the nice and fenced back yard. Kitchen has breakfast bar and newer stainless steel appliances. Master bedroom is large and has updated ensuite bath with dual sinks. The guest bath is also updated and serves as the pool bath. Close to shopping, schools and...

Posted on 04/02/2022

2657 Coolidge Avenue, North Port, FL 34286 is now new to the market!

Privacy abounds with this 3/4 bedroom home surrounded by undeveloped lots on all sides. As you pull in the driveway you notice this home has been well cared for and maintained to the highest level. Stepping into the tiled foyer and looking into the open great room you get the feeling of how comfortable this home can be. Kitchen is centrally located and has corian counter tops, breakfast bar, double sink, glass top range lots of storage, and more. Master bedroom is large, has a walk in closet, huge shower and dual sinks in the ensuite bath. The large den/office has a closet and could be used as a 4th bedroom. Screened lanai to look over...

Posted on 04/02/2022

3817 Fontainebleau Street, North Port, FL 34287 is now new to the market!

Centrally located off Sumpter Blvd between Price Blvd and US 41. 3 bedrooms, 2 baths with caged pool and 2 car garage. As you enter through the screened front patio, you are greeted with a double door entry to the great room with vaulted ceilings and large tiled flooring. Sliding glass doors let in lots of natural light and lead to the generous sized patio and pool area overlooking the nice and fenced back yard. Kitchen has breakfast bar and newer stainless steel appliances. Master bedroom is large and has updated ensuite bath with dual sinks. The guest bath is also updated and serves as the pool bath. Close to shopping, schools and...

Posted on 02/26/2022

Another Property Sold - 1616 3Rd Avenue E, Bradenton, FL 34208

Nice 3 bedroom, 2 bath home with garage on a 'canopy' tree lined street. Walk into a very open living area with newer paint throughout. Lots of storage in the kitchen and a breakfast bar into the greatroom. Great entertaining with dining area just off the kitchen with sliding glass doors to the large lanai and huge back yard which is privacy fenced. Enjoy sitting around the huge fire pit on the cooler evenings. Home has no carpet...Tile floors in the kitchen and bathrooms, laminate flooring in the living area and bedrooms. Inside laundry is off the kitchen and the large garage provides shelter for your car and storage and there is also a...