Melinda Leake's Blog

Posted on 06/13/2021

Decorative wall art doesn’t need to cost a fortune. It also doesn’t require any formal artistic training. There are several simple ways you can create beautiful wall art inexpensively and easily using basic materials you buy at the craft store. Here are some of the best ideas for making your own decorative wall art: Paint With Masking Tape...

Home Decor

Arts And Crafts

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Posted on 06/06/2021

Five Extreme Features of Today's Luxury Homes

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,...

Home Design

Interior Design

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Posted on 05/30/2021

The Market: Is it Ready for My Investment?

Photo by Edar via Pixabay You’ve been considering an investment in real estate but are you really ready? Putting your money into something you haven’t done your homework on could be detrimental. You may even have all the tools, but are still straddling the fence. How will you know it’s time? Here are a few signs that indicate...

Investing

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Posted on 05/23/2021

5 Tips for Designing a Modern Rustic Bedroom

Photo by Morgan Lane on Unsplash If you want to add some modern rustic style elements to your bedroom, there are lots of options that won’t require a complete renovation. Unless you want to remodel the entire space from top to bottom, you can achieve the same rugged charm in easier but effective ways. Here are 5 trending...

Interior Decorating

Interior Design

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Posted on 05/16/2021

How New Green Homes Come Together

Photo by ready made from Pexels With all the talk of sustainability and environmental concerns, it's easy to think of these vague ideas as little more than a pie-in-the-sky dream. The nitty-gritty of green homes is often lost on those outside the industry, largely because the concepts are unique to each location and build. We'll look at just...

Eco Home

Energy Efficient

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Posted on 05/09/2021

The Great Room: Still a Great Idea For Your New Home

Image by Jean van der Meulen from Pixabay Today's home builders are continuing to embrace the idea of the great room and an open floor plan. Here are some of the reasons why the great room remains a popular design choice with today's home builders and owners. 1. Great Rooms Make Good Use of Natural Light When you...

Floor Plan

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Posted on 05/02/2021

Should You Finance with a Mortgage Lender? Pros & Cons

Photo by Helloquence on Unsplash When financing a home purchase, one of the most basic decisions to make is where to get your mortgage from. The basic options are whether you should go to a mortgage lender or not. Financing with a mortgage lender has both pros and cons. Pro: Many Loan Options If you go to a...

Financing

Lending

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Posted on 06/08/2021

Another Property Sold - 17452 Woodland Trace #e, Fort Myers, FL 33908

Lovingly cared for 2/BR, 2/BA, 2nd floor unit in highly desired community is just what you are looking for! Large tile flooring in living areas, with laminate wood-like flooring for both bedrooms. Beautifully updated showers in master & guest bathrooms with glass enclosures. Updated bathroom vanities with solid surface tops and custom paint throughout. Don't miss this...

Real Estate

Fort Myers

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Posted on 06/02/2021

Another Property Sold - 3310 Loveland Boulevard #904, Port Charlotte, FL 33980

Fabulous 2 bed, 2 bath immaculately maintained, furnished condo! This wonderful end unit has lots of privacy. Very large rear and side yard with beautiful landscape. Front porch and rear, screened lanai for your outdoor enjoyment. Impact windows, A/C and hot water heater installed in 2018. Appliances are just 5 years old. Freshly painted. Split bedroom plan with indoor utility. Assigned and guest parking. Lake's Edge features access to 2 pools, fishing pier, clubhouse and pavilion. Condo fee includes water, sewer, trash and pest control! Make your appointment today, this won't last! **** View the 3D...

Real Estate

Port Charlotte

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Posted on 05/14/2021

Another Property Sold - 12509 Safe Harbour Drive, Cortez, FL 34215

Behind The Gates Waterfront beauty in Harbour Landings. You will love the exceptional finishes in this exquisite 3 Bed 3 Bath Mediterranean style pool home. Once you enter through the arched wood double doors you will notice the fine details this wide open floorplan has to offer; Imported Italian Porcelain Tile floors, Fireplace, custom trim and ceilings, art niches and sills lined with onyx or marble, separate large office with built ins, custom kitchen with gas range, granite counters with eat in breakfast bar, wood beamed designed ceiling, solid wood cabinetry, full interior laundry room, separate dining area with pool and marina views,...

Real Estate

Cortez

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Posted on 05/11/2021

Another Property Sold - 3319 Palm Drive, Punta Gorda, FL 33950

Over 1/2 ACRE in peaceful TIERRA CORONADO neighborhood, just east of Punta Gorda Isles. Same great area, but with no deed restrictions. Completely REMODELED Beach Cottage style. Top of the line finishes. NEW roof, NEW Rheem AC, NEW kitchen with stunningly beautiful GRANITE counters, new Shaker style WOOD cabinets, and island with breakfast bar, NEW Stainless appliances; Bosch Dishwasher, Amana Range, Amana Microwave, and Samsung Fridge. NEW baths with porcelain tile. NEW plank floors throughout home, with NEW bedroom carpet in master and Bed 2 & 3, Bed 4 has tile. This OPEN FLOOR PLAN home features two entertaining spaces; a GREAT ROOM...

Real Estate

Punta Gorda

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Posted on 05/05/2021

Another Property Sold - 3403 Pinetree Street, Port Charlotte, FL 33952

One of the Best views in the county for the money. The owners have done all the work. All you need to do is move in. It is a great mix of modern features and old charm. Some of the upgrades are New kitchen, new appliances, new pool cage, new pool deck/pool finish, new AC, Screen enclosed garage, two new bathrooms and a new roof. On the out side of the home it has new landscaping, new dock and covered lift. But one of the best features is the amazing view with quick access to Charlotte Harbor and the Gulf of Mexico. Make an appointment...

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