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Posted on 09/20/2020

5 Retirement Trends To Watch for in 2020

Image by Mabel Amber, still incognito... from Pixabay Baby Boomers remain the single largest demographic, and their transition into retirement age continues to change the senior living landscape. At more than 74 million strong, this generation will completely cross the retirement age threshold in the next decade, and 52 million Americans are already enjoying their golden years. That...

Senior Living

Home Trends

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Posted on 09/13/2020

Florida's Disclosure Requirements

Image by mohamed Hassan from Pixabay When you sell a house in Florida, you have to make certain disclosures to any person interested in buying your property. However, if you don’t live on the property, this could lead to some trouble if you do not disclose a problem that you are required to share. The disclosure form a...

Seller

Real Estate Laws

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Posted on 09/06/2020

Tips on Keeping Your Luxury Bathroom Warm

Photo by banksy07 via Pixabay Adding some extra warmth to your bathrooms boosts your home value while also ensuring that you’ll have a well-heated and comfortable environment for bathing and showering during winter. With these heating options, you can warm up your bathrooms as needed without having to turn up your thermostat, causing your furnace to run more...

Luxury Home

Home Improvements

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Posted on 08/30/2020

Tips for Qualifying for a Conventional Loan

Photo by Evan Dvorkin on Unsplash A conventional loan is the most common type of mortgage used to secure a home purchase. Conventional loans are backed by private lenders and typically conform to the standards established by Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac. In order to qualify for a conventional loan, you must meet several specific requirements. 1. Debt-to-income...

Conventional Mortgage

Home Loan

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Posted on 08/23/2020

Guided Buying in Florida

Photo by OpenClipart-Vectors via Pixabay When you are looking to buy a home in the state of Florida for the first time it can seem like a strange new concept. Everything in Florida is built around having fun. They love living, working, growing and exploring the state. There is just so much to do. You will find that...

Buying A Home

Florida Homes

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Posted on 08/16/2020

Tips On Resurfacing Your Deck

Photo by Jay Mantri via Pixabay A deck adds valuable outdoor living space to your home's square footage, but to be an asset, it needs to be well-maintained. If your deck has missed a few annual cleanings or is showing popped nails, splintered boards or water damage, consider resurfacing it instead of replacing it. The money you save...

DIY Home Repair

DIY

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Posted on 08/09/2020

Home Features That Attract Buyers

Photo by alvinmatt via Pixabay What homeowner doesn’t want to maximize overall home value when the time comes to sell? In order to sell your house faster and for more money, it's important to have a firm understanding of the specific housing features that matter the most to prospective buyers. Well-Established Property Value Boosters If you’ve ever considered...

Seller Tips

Home Improvement

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Posted on 08/02/2020

5 Ways to Display Collectibles in Your Space

Photo by H Wong on Unsplash Your collectibles are important to you, but all too often they tend to be tucked away in a closet attic, or the basement. Why hide all of the things that you spent so much time and care collecting? Instead, find ways to incorporate them into your existing decor so that your house...

Decorating

Home Decor

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Posted on 07/28/2020

Another Property Sold - 206 Poinsettia Pine Court #202, Tampa, FL 33612

Remodeled 2 bedroom, 1 bath condo in Gated community! ~ NEWER CARPET ~ PAINT - All APPLIANCES STAY ~ IMMACULATE CONDITION! Convenient location! Look at the photos!! ~ Monthly maintenance fee of $261.00 covers: Building Exterior, Community Pool, Escrow Reserves, Ground Maintenance, Building Insurance, Roof, Water/Sewer, Trash! ~ This condo is in FANTASTIC CONDITION!!! Great Location. Close to I-275, Hospitals, Busch Gardens, and the University of South Florida. Any information important to buyer should be verified by buyer/buyer...

Real Estate

Tampa

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Posted on 07/26/2020

Tips for Selecting the Right Buyer's Agent

Photo by Christina Morillo from Pexels When you view a home for the first time and speak to the agent hosting an open house or showing the home, you're talking to someone working for the seller -- not for you. Anything you share could be passed on to the seller -- and used to leverage a better offer...

Buyers Agent

Real Estate Agent

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Posted on 07/19/2020

How to Get a Leg Up on the Homebuying Competition

If you are in hot pursuit of your dream home, it is important to do everything you can to gain a leg up on the competition. That way, you can acquire your ideal residence as quickly as possible. Now, let's take a look at three tips to help you gain a competitive advantage over your homebuying rivals. 1. Keep...

Selling Your Home

Buying A Home

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Posted on 07/12/2020

Why Homebuyers Should Worry About Easements & Right-Of-Ways

Photo by Andrew Martin via Pixabay It’s not uncommon for homebuyers to discover that the land they purchased may not be entirely their own. Another party may have gained a legal right to use or traverse your property. Easements and right-of-ways can be established by a number of mechanisms and go unnoticed, particularly in undeveloped parcels or when...

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