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Posted on 01/10/2021

Tips for Choosing the Right Vacation Home

No two vacation residences are alike. As such, it pays to be diligent as you conduct a search for the optimal vacation home. Otherwise, you risk purchasing a vacation house that fails to accommodate your long-term needs. Ultimately, there are lots of things you can do to find a vacation home that complements you perfectly, such as: 1. Establish...

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Buying A Home

Posted on 01/03/2021

Private Mortgage Insurance and Why It Is Required

Image by StartupStockPhotos from Pixabay In general, if you have less than 20 percent of a down payment for the house you want, you will have to pay private mortgage insurance (PMI). This insurance is a cost to you to protect the lender if you default on the loan. In most cases, it’s better to save the 20...

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Posted on 12/27/2020

Compare the Advantages of Home Ownership vs Renting

Photo by Mohamed Hassan via Pixabay For years home ownership has been the American dream, but, according to the Pew Research Center, a higher percentage of us are renters than at any other time in the last 50 years. Is that a bad thing? Not necessarily. For many people renting may be the right choice. Every individual and...

Posted on 12/20/2020

3 Things You Need to Consider Before You Attend an Open House

An open house enables a buyer to check out a residence in-person and determine if this home matches or exceeds his or her expectations. However, a buyer who fails to plan ahead for an open house may struggle to make the most of this opportunity. Ultimately, there are several things you need to consider before you attend an open...

Posted on 12/13/2020

How Can You Tackle Homebuying Challenges?

The homebuying journey may prove to be difficult, and assorted challenges may arise that make it tough to quickly find and buy your dream house. Whether it's encountering problems during a home inspection or negotiating a house price with a property seller, there is no telling what may happen during your pursuit of your dream home. However, if you...

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Buyer Tips

Posted on 12/06/2020

Tips to Make a Local Move Easier

Photo by bruce mars from Pexels Moving locally might not seem as stressful as a long-distance move, but it can still be hectic if you’re not well-prepared for it. Whether your local move is just down the street or to another part of town, make sure you start getting ready for it early. The following tips can help...

Posted on 11/29/2020

Tips for Improving Indoor Air Quality

Image by Projekt_Kaffeebart from Pixabay Your indoor air quality can have a significant impact on your health and well-being. Allergens, air pollutants, and other particles can accumulate in your home and lead to certain health issues, such as respiratory symptoms. Maintaining good indoor air quality is an important part of making sure that your luxury home provides you...

Posted on 01/13/2021

15260 Sugar Bowl Road, Myakka City, FL 34251 now has a new price of $385,000!

5 Acres of Horse Lover's paradise! Long driveway through fenced pasture back to the house. Tree lined Creek which sets the atmosphere for peace and tranquility. The 3 bedroom 2 bath home with 2 car garage is well cared for and situated to take advantage of privacy with a view of the lake. Property is fenced and cross fenced. Easy to...

Posted on 12/15/2020

Video Tour - 15260 Sugar Bowl Road, Myakka City, FL 34251

5 Acres of Horse Lover's paradise! Long driveway through fenced pasture back to the house. Tree lined Creek which sets the atmosphere for peace and tranquility. The 3 bedroom 2 bath home with 2 car garage is well cared for and situated to take advantage of privacy with a view of the lake. Property is fenced and cross fenced. Easy to...

Posted on 12/15/2020

15260 Sugar Bowl Road, Myakka City, FL 34251 is now new to the market!

5 Acres of Horse Lover's paradise! Long driveway through fenced pasture back to the house. Tree lined Creek which sets the atmosphere for peace and tranquility. The 3 bedroom 2 bath home with 2 car garage is well cared for and situated to take advantage of privacy with a view of the lake. Property is fenced and cross fenced. Easy to...

Posted on 12/11/2020

Another Property Sold - 13150 Amerigo Lane, Venice, FL 34293

Enjoy the European flair of this well-maintained WATERFRONT home, located inside the Tuscan inspired Gran Paradiso Community. This is RESORT STYLE, MAINTENANCE-FREE living at its best! This 4-year-old Tivoli model boasts 4 bedrooms, 3 full baths, and a 3 car garage. Entertaining guests is a dream in the large great room and separate dining room, complete with crown molding. No gourmet kitchen is complete without GRANITE countertops, WOOD CABINETS, and STAINLESS STEEL appliances. The diagonally laid PORCELAIN TILE throughout is just one of the many extra details. The master bedroom includes a huge walk-in closet. The en-suite bathroom is...

Posted on 11/24/2020

Another Property Sold - 3012 Hawthorne Street, Sarasota, FL 34239

Location, Location! South Gate Area... Charming cottage completely updated in the last 2-1/2 years and like new! Just 5 minutes to downtown Sarasota! This sparkling home is sleek, clean and move-in ready! Solid concrete block home with a new metal roof, new windows, new central heat & air conditioning, new duct work, new plumbing and new interior paint. Light and bright, open concept living with a great vibe! Great room with cove moulding is open to large all new island kitchen which is fabulous for entertaining! Kitchen has bright white wood cabinetry, soft close cabinets and drawers with plenty of storage and new stainless steel...