After weeks, perhaps months, of house-hunting, you found your dream home. Now comes the time to make an offer – one that the seller cannot refuse. Facing fierce competition in today’s market, making an offer, especially for first-time buyers, can be fraught with stress and uncertainty. Tips on Making an Offer Work with an Agent Continue reading…
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Ten Essential Steps to Buying a House
Let’s face it, buying a house takes a lot of time and effort. The search process can be exciting, stressful and emotional. To make it manageable, here are ten empowering tips from (https://www.discover.com/home-loans/articles/10-steps-to-buying-a-home) to help you make decisions that the best for you, your family and your wallet. Step 1: Start Your Research Early Start Continue reading…
Replacing Your Home’s Windows
Smart homeowners know that it is important to consider the return on investment when prioritizing home improvements. When it comes to window replacement, homeowners get about 73-percent of their investment back when they resell their house, according to the National Association of Realtors’ 2016 “Cost versus Value” study. Reasons to Replace Windows Windows play an Continue reading…
Revive Your Work Space with a Standing Desk
Did you know that a home office is one of the most desirable features for buyers? According to a Forbes article titled Telecommuting’s Growing Popularity Boosts Home Office Appeal, between 2005 and 2015, regular remote work surged 115-percent. Builder Magazine calls the dedicated home office one of buyers’ favorite choices among bonus rooms. So if Continue reading…
Arts and Culture – St. Pete Style
St. Pete’s arts and culture roots are firmly anchored by a collection of museums and cultural attractions unique to the city, including the Salvador Dali Museum, the Chihuly Collection presented by Morean Arts Center, the Museum of Fine Arts, the St. Petersburg Museum of History, The Florida Holocaust Museum, Morean Arts Center, Florida CraftArt, Sunken Continue reading…
October is National Shelter Pets Month
Many studies document the positive health effects pets have on our well-being, including decreased blood pressure, decreased cholesterol levels, decreased feelings of loneliness, increased opportunities for exercise and outdoor activities and increased opportunities for socialization. Pets Promote Health Less Stress: We live in a hectic world and the demands of life can take a toll Continue reading…
Making Your Home Safe for Trick and Treaters
Last Monday, 9.23.3019, marked the Autumnal Equinox, the official start of the fall season and the beginning of many festive occasions, of which Halloween is the first. As homeowners, you have an obligation to make this night fun and safe for the many trick and treaters who will find their way to your door. This Continue reading…
Why Working with a Real Estate Agent is the Best Decision a Buyer Can Make
Whether it’s your first home or one of many, the real estate buying process can quickly become overwhelming. While technology has made searching accessible, that is just the beginning of the journey. You will need to figure out financing, negotiate on a price, wrangle over repairs or make concessions, get the home appraised, make sure Continue reading…
St. Petersburg Free Museum Day! 9.21.2019
Museum Day is a one-day event in which participating museums and cultural institutions across the country provide free entry to anyone presenting a Museum Day ticket. Participants are allowed to download one ticket per email address. The ticket provides free general admission on Saturday, September 21, 2019, for two people. Here is a list of Continue reading…
First-Time Buyers Guide to Acquiring the Perfect Home
Daydreaming about owning your home and actually putting your money where your daydream is can be a challenge for buyers, especially first time buyers. Watching HGTV and flipping shows makes the buying process look easy…. just a few renovations and affordable DIY projects and voila you have your dream house! In reality, buyers need to Continue reading…
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