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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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

With so much information just a few clicks away online, clients sometimes ask, “Why should I hire a real estate agent?” They wonder if they could buy or sell a home on their own through the Internet. According to Zillow research, 36% of sellers attempt to sell their homes themselves, but challenges along the way  Continue reading…

Living in the heart of a city, means putting your real estate space to good use. When it comes to a balcony, even the narrowest and smallest can be a great space to entertain and relax. The clue is to consider your balcony part of the square footage of your space and utilize it to  Continue reading…

According to a recent National Association of REALTORS Profile of Home Buyers and Sellers, nearly 89-percent of homebuyers who searched for a home online found photos to be among the most useful features of real estate websites. Here is some helpful information for all you “DIYers” from HGTV to make your photos stand out. https://www.hgtv.com/design/real-estate/take-better-real-estate-photos  Continue reading…

A real estate disclosure statement is the seller’s opportunity to reveal anything that can negatively affect the value, usefulness or enjoyment of his property, thus giving the buyer advance notice of any repairs that may need to be made. The disclosure document not only serves to inform buyers, but it can also protect the seller  Continue reading…

The City of St. Petersburg is a network of 130 neighborhoods, each with its own unique personality – almost all link to its many family-friendly parks. Strong civic associations, community pride, distinctive architectural styles and a wide range of price points make living in St. Petersburg comfortable and convenient. Today, my focus is on Allendale  Continue reading…