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Posted on 01/17/2021

Photo by Succo via PixabayWhen you need a real estate attorney, be sure to do your research. Don’t just hire an attorney because your friend or a relative sings the attorney’s praises. The referred attorney may be great in the practice area they helped your friend or relative in, but they may not have the experience needed for...

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Posted on 01/10/2021

Differentiate Your Florida Luxury Home from the Competition

Let's face it – your luxury home in Orlando, Tampa Bay or any other Florida city or town may appear similar to others. Fortunately, there are many quick, easy ways for a home seller to differentiate his or her Sunshine State luxury residence from the competition. Now, let's take a look at three tips to help you distinguish your...

Posted on 01/03/2021

Financing Your Home Loan through a Credit Union

Image by Burst from Pexels Buying a home is an exciting time. As you start to comb through listings and decide you’re ready to take the plunge to purchase, you’ll want to pursue getting pre-approved for a mortgage. This way, you'll know how much you're approved for and can shop for homes within your price range. Additionally, having...

Posted on 12/27/2020

How to Create a Cubby Bookshelf the Easy Way

Photo by SuperJHS via Pixabay In the modern home, nothing combines practicality and style like a cubby bookshelf. Children can keep books or toys organized. They set the perfect backdrop for a display of photos, figurines, delicate dishes or other collectibles. And if you size them right, just add some baskets to turn some of your shelves into...

Posted on 12/20/2020

How Big Business Impacts Rural America

Photo by Vit Ducken via Pixabay There has been a lot of concern about the state of rural America and how it's being affected by large businesses. Big box stores like are said to destroy local businesses, causing an economic drought in small towns. But despite the statistics, there's a bigger picture to consider. We'll look at how...

Posted on 12/13/2020

Home Inspections Are an Expected Part of Your Due Diligence When Buying a Home

Photo by Tumisu via Pixabay Once you put down a good faith deposit and sign a purchase contract, you have the right to do due diligence, including getting various home inspections. You do have to pay for these inspections yourself unless you agree with the seller that the seller pays for the inspections. However, it is rare that...

Posted on 12/06/2020

How a Condo Differs from a Townhouse

Photo by Pixabay via Pexels When it comes to home ownership, you have many options beyond buying a single-family home. A condominium and a townhouse are two such options. Before you consider making one of these your permanent home, it's important to understand the differences between them. Condo Ownership When you purchase a condo, you own the entire...

Posted on 01/14/2021

372 Concordia Street, Punta Gorda, FL 33983 now has a new price of $54,900!

ONE OF THE FEW WATER VIEW LOTS REMAINING. Partially cleared so you'll be able to keep as much privacy and shade as you like. A great location for building your new single-family home. 85' front footage so you'll have room for the 3 car garage. Upscale golf and nature loving community. Deep Creek subdivision, one of our county’s more popular communities, is a planned community with all homesites fronting open space "greenbelts" which are maintained by the Homeowners Association. Home values are protected through deed restrictions in this subdivision which has city water and sewer available. Nearby is Deep Creek Golf Club, a challenging...

Posted on 12/15/2020

Video Tour - 372 Concordia Street, Punta Gorda, FL 33983

ONE OF THE FEW WATER VIEW LOTS REMAINING. Partially cleared so you'll be able to keep as much privacy and shade as you like. A great location for building your new single-family home. 85' front footage so you'll have room for the 3 car garage. Upscale golf and nature loving community. Deep Creek subdivision, one of our county’s more popular communities, is a planned community with all homesites fronting open space "greenbelts" which are maintained by the Homeowners Association. Home values are protected through deed restrictions in this subdivision which has city water and sewer available. Nearby is Deep Creek Golf Club, a challenging...

Posted on 12/15/2020

372 Concordia Street, Punta Gorda, FL 33983 is now new to the market!

ONE OF THE FEW WATER VIEW LOTS REMAINING. Partially cleared so you'll be able to keep as much privacy and shade as you like. A great location for building your new single-family home. 85' front footage so you'll have room for the 3 car garage. Upscale golf and nature loving community. Deep Creek subdivision, one of our county’s more popular communities, is a planned community with all homesites fronting open space "greenbelts" which are maintained by the Homeowners Association. Home values are protected through deed restrictions in this subdivision which has city water and sewer available. Nearby is Deep Creek Golf Club, a challenging...

Posted on 12/03/2020

Video Tour - 23301 Collina Way #124, Port Charlotte, FL 33980

Spacious, bright and open floorplan greet you in this second floor, end unit. You'll love the large foyer, upon entry. Features of this 3 bedroom, 2 bath home include: granite and stainless appliances in the kitchen with matching granite in both bathrooms, private one car garage, A/C replaced in 2017. Enjoy your morning coffee on the private lanai with owners suite access and water view. Nice size laundry room with plenty of storage. You and your guests will enjoy resort style living with the gorgeous clubhouse which boasts a large work-out facility, game room, kitchen, fireplace, grill, pool table, free-form swimming pool and hot tub......

Posted on 12/03/2020

23301 Collina Way #124, Port Charlotte, FL 33980 is now new to the market!

Spacious, bright and open floorplan greet you in this second floor, end unit. You'll love the large foyer, upon entry. Features of this 3 bedroom, 2 bath home include: granite and stainless appliances in the kitchen with matching granite in both bathrooms, private one car garage, A/C replaced in 2017. Enjoy your morning coffee on the private lanai with owners suite access and water view. Nice size laundry room with plenty of storage. You and your guests will enjoy resort style living with the gorgeous clubhouse which boasts a large work-out facility, game room, kitchen, fireplace, grill, pool table, free-form swimming pool and hot tub......