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Posted on 08/29/2021

More Than Just Dirt: Your Guide to Potting Mix

Image by StockSnap from Pixabay With the amount of different soil options available, it’s hard for houseplant beginners to know what’s best. While many plants can thrive in almost any environment, soil included, others have specific requirements. Here we will go over the differences between the most commonly used potting mixes to help you make the best decisions...

Gardening

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Posted on 08/22/2021

What are Unpermitted Additions?

Image by Sue Smith from Shutterstock House owners frequently remodel, upgrade, or otherwise make changes in their homes for which they do not secure a permit. While some changes do not require permitting, others do. The challenge comes when you attempt to sell the home. You may run into a problem when a buyer makes an offer on...

Posted on 08/15/2021

What Does Flow Mean For Your Home's Design?

Photo by Pixabay from Pexels Your home's design has a significant impact on your lifestyle and overall enjoyment of the space. One major element of design that directly affects your comfort and daily life is the home's flow. What is Flow? A home's flow refers to the paths within the home that guide someone to specific areas. For...

Posted on 08/08/2021

Boost Curb Appeal by Refreshing These 3 Features

Image by F. Muhammad from Pixabay When it comes to improving the exterior of your home, it might be hard to know where to start. Many small details combine to create a home’s first impression and affect potential resale value. With so many different features potentially needing an upgrade, there are some that might not seem obvious at...

Posted on 08/01/2021

3 Disadvantages of Booming Housing Markets After Big Business Success

Photo by Gerd Altmann via Pixabay Booming housing markets are obviously bad news for buyers, especially if they're afraid they're about to buy smack dab in the middle of a bubble. However, there are also reasons why residents and even home sellers should fear housing booms as well. When a city or town undergoes rapid growth due to...

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 08/28/2021

Video Tour - 4138 Central Sarasota Parkway 1525, Sarasota, FL 34238

BELLA VILLINO, one of the nicest and most well equipped complexes on PALMER RANCH, Sarasota's PRIMIER ADDRESS. Just minutes to world famous sIESTA KEY BEACH, lots of shopping, the ARTS and all that Sarasota has to offer. Second floor 1 bedroom, 1 bath condo. NEUTRAL paint throughout, wood and tile floors for easy maintenance. WASHER & DRYER included, but not warranted. Park under the carport right in front of the unit. BELLA VILLINO offers RESORT STYLE AMENITIES - Clubhouse, Business Center, Heated community pool and spa, Fitness Center, Racquetball/Bashetball, Tennis, Billiards room, picnic area with BBQ stations. Very close to the...

Posted on 08/28/2021

4138 Central Sarasota Parkway 1525, Sarasota, FL 34238 is now new to the market!

BELLA VILLINO, one of the nicest and most well equipped complexes on PALMER RANCH, Sarasota's PRIMIER ADDRESS. Just minutes to world famous sIESTA KEY BEACH, lots of shopping, the ARTS and all that Sarasota has to offer. Second floor 1 bedroom, 1 bath condo. NEUTRAL paint throughout, wood and tile floors for easy maintenance. WASHER & DRYER included, but not warranted. Park under the carport right in front of the unit. BELLA VILLINO offers RESORT STYLE AMENITIES - Clubhouse, Business Center, Heated community pool and spa, Fitness Center, Racquetball/Bashetball, Tennis, Billiards room, picnic area with BBQ stations. Very close to the...

Posted on 08/25/2021

8223 Planters Knoll Terrace, University Park, FL 34201 now has a new price of $639,900!

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

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...