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Posted on 04/05/2020

Photo by Tom Pottiger on Unsplash As home technology becomes more advanced and affordable, the extreme features of yesterday's luxury homes are becoming more and more standard. Here's an assembled a top-five features in today's luxury homes that will still take your breath away. Some are tech-based, others are designed more with ultimate homeowner comfort in mind. Regardless,...

Luxury

Home Design

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Posted on 03/29/2020

Reduce the Time It Takes to Sell Your House

Enjoying a quick, easy home selling journey is ideal. Yet many problems may arise that could make it tough for a property seller to streamline the home selling journey. Lucky for you, we're here to teach you what it takes to reduce the time it takes to sell your house. Now, let's take a look at three tips to...

Tips On Selling

Selling Your Home

Posted on 03/22/2020

Create the perfect guest room space, from spare keys to wifi passwords and lush decor

Photo by bottlein via Pixabay Your guest room can become a relaxing and inviting retreat -- instead of an afterthought -- and allow you to host visitors at a moment's notice. While decor, bedding and other pieces will help you create a comfortable and inviting space, these tips will elevate your guest room to a luxurious retreat and...

Bathroom Decor

Guest Room

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Posted on 03/15/2020

Fixer-Uppers: 3 Main Things to Look For

Photo by Michael Jarmoluk via Pixabay When you’re shopping for a new home, the prospect of a fixer-upper being on the market for an unbeatable price sounds great! There are a few things that should be on your checklist to make sure that the juice is worth the squeeze when purchasing a home. A fixer-upper that needs mainly...

Fixer Upper

Home Repair

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Posted on 03/08/2020

How to Get Started with Real Estate

Photo by Free-Photos via Pixabay For some, house hacking is the key to getting started in real estate; for others, it's just a smart way to build cash flow into an otherwise uncooperative rental market. Wondering how to get your foot in the door? Here's what you need to know. What is House Hacking? The term "house hacking"...

Real Estate

Investing

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Posted on 03/01/2020

New Homebuyers: Quick Guide to Finding Exactly What You Want

Photo by Yavyav via Shutterstock Whatever your priorities are, before you take on the purchase of a home, answer these questions for yourself: Why do you want to purchase a house? Is it for financial reasons? Is it less expensive than paying rent? Until you’re certain about your reasons for buying, take it slow and make a plan....

First Time Homebuyers

Buyer Guide

Posted on 02/23/2020

The Common Issues Encountered in Real Estate Law

Image by 3D Animation Production Company from Pixabay Whenever someone is looking to purchase a home, there is always an inherent risk. It is common for buyers and sellers of homes to look for the best deal possible; however, it is also possible that issues might arise after a home has already closed. When looking to buy or...

Real Estate Laws

Real Estate

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Posted on 02/16/2020

Quick Key Points about Earnest Money

Photo by Mercigod via Shutterstock Earnest money is the amount of money put down for a large purchase. While this is not limited to real estate, it is used frequently in the real estate industry. It’s a sign of good faith from the buyer to the seller and normally constitutes about 1%-5% of the home’s price. How much...

Purchase Contract

Real Estate Terms

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Posted on 02/09/2020

Hiring a Green Home Contractor

Are you familiar with “green” home builders? They are contractors who construct homes from sustainable or renewable products. These green home builders use durable materials in building all kinds of homes ranging from individual bungalows to expansive, real estate developments. Just like traditional builders, they handle diverse types of construction but build in a way that minimizes waste....

Green Home

Real Estate

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Posted on 03/20/2020

105 Cedarwood Circle #105, Seminole, FL 33777 is now new to the market!

First floor, corner-unit, with 2-covered carports. This 2-bedroom with 2-full baths condo is located in the highly desirable 55+ community, The Gardens. Located adjacent to Seminole Lake Park. This condo features 1,130 square feet of living space, faux-brick walls in the entry-way and hallway. The open floor plan leads you to the bright sunroom, which is perfect for relaxing and enjoying the views of the pool and tropical landscaping. The sunroom has a retractable screen door, which is only a short distance away from the pool. Community amenities include a heated community pool, spacious clubhouse, an outdoor grill, and shuffleboard. Close...

Real Estate

Seminole

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Posted on 02/28/2020

Another Property Sold - 124 Cedarwood Circle #124, Seminole, FL 33777

This gorgeous 3-bedroom with 2-full baths condo is located in the highly desirable 55+ community, The Gardens. Located adjacent to Seminole Lake Park, this spacious first-floor corner unit features 1,605 square feet of living space. As you enter the condo, you are greeted by the bright and modern upgrades throughout the home, which include granite counter tops with a breakfast bar, newer Kenmore Elite stainless-steel appliances, custom cherry cabinets, updated windows (Double Pane), 6 panel doors, crown molding, updated lighting fixtures, newer vanities, ceiling fans, newer planation shutters, and tile/laminate flooring. The open floor plan...

Real Estate

Seminole

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Posted on 02/08/2020

315 Sunburst Court, Clearwater, FL 33755 now has a new price of $397,000!

This stunning 4-bedroom with 2-bathrooms located in desirable Clearwater offers 2,334 square feet of living space and features a large corner lot close to the water. The property offers over 10,700 square feet of lush landscaping and greenery and is only two blocks from the intercoastal waterways! As you enter the home, you will immediately be drawn to the large private backyard with a delightful wood porch for entertaining your family and friends. This home features a spacious open-concept living/family combo room with a wood-burning fireplace. Just past the family room, you will find the updated kitchen with modern granite countertops and...

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