Professional real estate home stagers employ an arsenal of optical illusions and psychological tricks that draw the eyes of buyers to all the right places to create instant appeal. According to the Real Estate Staging Association, homes which are staged before going on the market sell 73% faster, on average, than their non-staged counterparts – Continue reading…
Is a Tiny House in Your Future?
Tampa Bay may be a vacation destination for tourists or a second home for snowbirds, but it is an area that is also attracting attention from would-be tiny house dwellers because of Florida polices and rules that are favorable to tiny home enthusiasts. Minimum Size for Tiny Houses in Florida Unlike some states that have Continue reading…
Wood Shortage – A Victim of COVID-19
Walk into any Lowe’s or Home Depot stores these days and there is a good chance you will be struck by what you don’t see – namely, merchandise. Although the shelves are displayed in a way to make them seem fuller than they actually are, an area where they cannot disguise a lack of merchandise Continue reading…
Real Estate Property Management for Landlords – Tenant Placement
The role of a landlord requires that you understand the various components of real estate property management. One of them is Tenant Placement – the art and science of finding quality tenants. Step 1 – List the rental Although this may sound simple, far too often landlords think that posting a “To Rent” sign on Continue reading…
What Buyers Want the Most
If you are thinking of selling your home any time soon, you should know the top features that buyers are coveting at this time. According to Remodeling magazine’s 2020 Cost vs. Value report, sellers should know that most remodeling efforts increase home values by 50% to 80% of the average project’s costs. If you are Continue reading…
Pet-Friendly Business Program – St. Petersburg, FL
With ample outdoor space, beautiful weather and activities catering to canines, St. Petersburg is known as a welcoming dog-friendly city. In 2018, the city’s passionately pro-pet mayor, Rick Kriseman, signed a proclamation declaring St. Pete a pet friendly city that “shines a light on the unconditional love animals give and promotes compassion for all our Continue reading…
5 Important Things to Do Before You List Your House
Are you thinking about selling your house? If so, then it’s time to hire an experienced, local real estate agent who can help you get ready. In today’s competitive real estate market, selling a house takes more than just posting a “For Sale” sign on your front lawn and uploading photos taken with a cellphone Continue reading…
Simple Ways to Create a Home Classroom
Pinellas County Schools (PCS) are scheduled to open on August 24th. Superintendent Dr. Michael Grego, however, has said plans could change based on the number of Coronavirus cases. The current plan involves a three-pronged approach including, students returning to classes, students studying virtually with PCS online or students enrolling with Pinellas Virtual School, where they Continue reading…
How to Safely Tour a House During COVID-19
With the Coronavirus still raging, there are many precautions that can help protect you as you search for the home of your dreams. According to RE/MAX.com, to start a safe search, go online before heading out the door. Using virtual home search tools, such as the RE/MAX Real Estate Search App, can help you to Continue reading…
St. Petersburg, FL – Distinctive Neighborhoods
Whether you are looking for a waterfront home or condo, a Mediterranean revival style home from the 1920s, Florida ranch, Craftsman-style or contemporary, St. Petersburg has an option to fit every lifestyle. With just over 265,000 people, the City of St. Petersburg has earned its nickname the “Sunshine City” because of its beautiful weather. Add Continue reading…
