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…
Why You Need a Realtor
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…
Small Balcony Space Design
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…
Tips for Better Listing Photos
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…
Sellers Disclosure – What It Is and Why It’s Important
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…
Allendale Terrace and Bayway Isles – Two Top Neighborhoods in St. Petersburg, FL
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…
Decluttering Before Moving Day – The 12-Month Rule
Let’s face it, we’re all collectors of sort, which begs the question what should we keep and what we should toss when moving day comes around. According to Joshua Green, a moving industry professional, author and writer, one good way to declutter your home without getting overwhelmed is to use the 12-month rule that many Continue reading…
Professional Photos Help Sell Your Home Faster
Research shows that professional real estate photos can help a listing sell faster than comparable homes without professional photography and that a minimum of six images are viewed more frequently on websites. In a survey by the National Association of Realtors, homebuyers rated photos as the feature they use most when searching for a home Continue reading…
Converting a Garage to Living Space | The Pros and Cons
When space gets tight, crowded homeowners might think about converting their garage into livable space. And, in this age of VRBO and Airbnb, a converted garage may be a way for them to bring in extra money. Sounds like a no-brainer solution to get additional space or additional income, right? No really. There are pros Continue reading…
Secrets to a Low-Maintenance Lawn
Over the years I’ve written countless blogs about crafting the perfect interior for your home but not much about your home’s exterior. I’ll be quick to say that landscaping is often not at the top of everyone’s to-do list, and not everyone has a knack for it. For those of you Do-It-Yourselfers, you can have Continue reading…
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