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Posted on 07/25/2021

Plants: 5 Common Houseplants to Avoid with Cats

Your new home may feel more cozy with the addition of pets and houseplants. However, some combinations of the two simply don’t mix. Avoid these five common houseplants if your home has four-legged family members. 1. Aloe Vera Aloe vera is good for soothing dry, irritated skin, chapped lips and minor burns. Many homeowners keep an aloe plant...

Cats

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Posted on 07/18/2021

Sustainable Luxury: What's Trending Now

Photo by Lukas Hartmann from Pexels Luxury real estate is often defined by elaborate interior design elements and state-of-the-art technology blended seamlessly into the home. These properties are designed to wow and amaze the average home buyer while enticing luxury buyers to invest in the ever-growing real estate market. In addition to lavish extras, the luxury homes of...

Home Garden

Environmentally Friendly

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Posted on 07/11/2021

Benefits of "Native" Gardening

Photo by Larisa Koshkina via PixabayRestoring native habitat to our surroundings is like pressing the "refresh" button on biodiversity. Homeowners who embrace native gardening are making big contributions to healthy landscapes, which is great for maintaining the native ecosystems. Making a Difference—Beautifully Native plants are the greenery that would grow in certain areas with or without human intervention....

Gardening

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Posted on 07/04/2021

DIY: Create A Pet Haven in Your Home

Photo by Ilona Krijgsman via Pixabay Whether you own a cat, dog, reptile, or another animal, these critters are members of the family. But with cramped spaces and home layouts that aren’t very focused on the comfort and safety of your pets, you may need to make some modifications to make your home more pet-friendly. And given how...

Posted on 08/01/2021

Video Tour - 8223 Planters Knoll Terrace, University Park, FL 34201

UNIVERSITY PLACE is a gated community with a PERFECT LOCATION for easy access to I-75, SRQ Airport, UTC Mall, Medical Facilities, and lots of shopping. When you pull up to the brick paver driveway and enter through the generous foyer you feel the QUALITY and distinction right away. Recent upgrades in kitchen include light & bright CABINETRY, pendant LIGHTS, backsplash, QUARTZ COUNTERTOPS, top of the line STAINLESS steel appliances including gas range with DOUBLE oven, french door refrigerator, microwave, dishwasher and most recently, a REVERSE OSMOSIS water filtration system. Kitchen also features large PANTRY, eat-in area and breakfast...

Posted on 08/01/2021

8223 Planters Knoll Terrace, University Park, FL 34201 is now new to the market!

UNIVERSITY PLACE is a gated community with a PERFECT LOCATION for easy access to I-75, SRQ Airport, UTC Mall, Medical Facilities, and lots of shopping. When you pull up to the brick paver driveway and enter through the generous foyer you feel the QUALITY and distinction right away. Recent upgrades in kitchen include light & bright CABINETRY, pendant LIGHTS, backsplash, QUARTZ COUNTERTOPS, top of the line STAINLESS steel appliances including gas range with DOUBLE oven, french door refrigerator, microwave, dishwasher and most recently, a REVERSE OSMOSIS water filtration system. Kitchen also features large PANTRY, eat-in area and breakfast...

Posted on 07/25/2021

Video Tour - 2612-2618 Terry Lane, Sarasota, FL 34231

4-plex in Gulf Gate Manor within minutes of World Famous Siesta Key Beach! Solid built, masonry construction. All units are 2 bedroom, 1 bath. 2 have enclosed patios and 2 have screened lanais. Community, coin operated washer/dryer room located at the end of the 4-car carport. Spacious lot is 12,200 sf. Two of the units are under renovation with all windows replaced with hurricane impact windows. These two units are in various stages of renovation. The other two units are occupied with month-to-month tenants. Sarasota Pavilion Shopping Plaza is nearby with Publix, Michael's (craft store), Bed Bath & Beyond and several...

Posted on 07/25/2021

2612-2618 Terry Lane, Sarasota, FL 34231 is now new to the market!

4-plex in Gulf Gate Manor within minutes of World Famous Siesta Key Beach! Solid built, masonry construction. All units are 2 bedroom, 1 bath. 2 have enclosed patios and 2 have screened lanais. Community, coin operated washer/dryer room located at the end of the 4-car carport. Spacious lot is 12,200 sf. Two of the units are under renovation with all windows replaced with hurricane impact windows. These two units are in various stages of renovation. The other two units are occupied with month-to-month tenants. Sarasota Pavilion Shopping Plaza is nearby with Publix, Michael's (craft store), Bed Bath & Beyond and several...

Posted on 07/24/2021

Another Property Sold - 53RD Street, Sarasota, FL 34234

Vacant Lot 58x134 located near the airport between US 41 and US 301. "This is a non-conforming lot, so in order for a home to be constructed on this lot, a zoning exception/variance may need to be obtained from the City of Sarasota. Buyer assumes all responsibility/liability for this work. Also, Buyer assumes all responsibility/liability of determining the feasibility of all utility...

Posted on 07/24/2021

Another Property Sold - 2450 Hillview Street, Sarasota, FL 34239

Right in the heart of the sought after ARLINGTON PARK area is a comfortable 3 bedroom, 2 bath, VINTAGE FLORIDA home. When you drive up you will notice the MATURE LIVE OAK TREES, FLORIDA PALM TREES and nice landscaping. Walk into the OPEN FLOOR PLAN with an artistic flair including restored, polished terrazzo floors throughout the main part of the house. The kitchen is open to the formal living room and dining ROOM with BREAKFAST BAR. Present owner added a HUGE FAMILY ROOM with lots of windows to let in lots of NATURAL LIGHT and views of the nice landscaping and beautiful back yard. 20 x 20 landscape paver patio for barbecue’s and...

Posted on 07/23/2021

Another Property Sold - 3211 Baldwin Avenue, Sarasota, FL 34232

Walk in ready home! This is a well maintained 2 Bedroom/1 Bathroom home in Sarasota Springs! Situated in a very popular Sarasota neighborhood, Sarasota Springs is a family friendly neighborhood with centrally located. The property is 15 minutes to Siesta key, 10 Minutes to the Fruitville and University Parkway Shopping Corridors. As you approach the home, you are welcomed by some lovely landscaping and a good sized front yard. The backyard features a brick paver patio. The interior of the home has spaces that flow very cleanly from one room to another. There is lots of sunlight flowing into each room. There are tile floors in the main...

Posted on 07/21/2021

Another Property Sold - 5135 Camus Street, Sarasota, FL 34232

Adorable 3 bedroom, 2 bath home in Desirable location! This home features an updated kitchen with plank tile flooring, a Farmhouse style sink, stainless appliances, and designer backsplash. Located next to the kitchen is a large laundry room and a guest bedroom with plank tile flooring. The central part of the home offers an open Living Room and dining room space, perfect for entertaining. On the opposite side of the house there is the master bedroom with plank tile flooring, a walk in closet and updated bathroom with new shower, and 2nd guest bedroom with plank tile flooring, and bath with new vanity. Enjoy the beautiful Florida weather...