So, you found the perfect Realtor, and feel more prepared than ever to sell your home. But, before you can get your property placed on the market, you’ll need to sign a listing agreement. A listing agreement is a legally binding contract between the seller and the real estate brokerage that is helping you sell … Continue reading What is a Listing Agreement?

So, you’re buying a house – or, at least, trying to. As a Realtor, it’s my job to suggest stepping into the market to see what’s out there, and sometimes, that means joining the party. An open house party, that is. Open houses offer potential buyers an opportunity to not only picture what the house … Continue reading Homebuyer’s checklist: What to look for in an open house

If you’re thinking about retirement or have already retired this year, it’s time to start planning your next steps. You may be in a better position to make a move than you realize.  When you live in a home for a long period of time, it’s natural for you to experience significant milestones in your … Continue reading Retiring? Consider a change of scenery.

So, you’ve found the perfect home for you – too bad everyone else in the area also loves it just as much. If you’re faced with a situation where there are multiple offers on the house you want, you’re going to need to edge out the competition. How do you win the home of your … Continue reading How do you land a home with multiple offers?

The seller’s market has been going strong for the last few years. Are you ready to see what it has in store for you? While the prospect of selling your home for top dollar may be too good to pass up, the decision to sell shouldn’t be based solely on the market. Here are a … Continue reading Are you ready to sell? Ask yourself these questions.

What is home staging? You’ve seen photos of impeccably decorated homes in magazines, on TV or on social media. But, do you want to know a secret? All of them are staged.  Staging brings out your home’s most impressive assets to help increase buyer interest and allow them to better imagine themselves living there. By … Continue reading DIY Home Staging

The state of the market is always evolving and changing, but what exactly does that mean for new homebuyers and sellers? Dr. Marci Rossell, former CNBC chief economist, recently shared her insight on the economy and her prediction for what to expect over the next few months. If you’re planning on moving in 2023, take … Continue reading What’s new in SRQ: November 2022 Edition

As we near the holiday season, I’m once again reminded how lucky I am to get to do what I love in the city that I hold near and dear to my heart with the most incredible clients. In my tenure as a Realtor, I’ve met several different kinds of clients, each with their own … Continue reading Thankful for this: my three favorite kinds of clients

Nothing is spookier than being home alone and hearing a strange, unexplainable noise. Avoid calling Ghostbusters and give yourself peace of mind by amping up your home’s security. From alarm systems to budget-friendly, DIY home security tools, there are proactive measures you can take to protect your space. “Beware” of intruders with these tips. Locked … Continue reading Home safety tips for when things go “bump” in the night

Every city has its own version of pests – from different insects to rodents and reptiles. Florida’s warm, wonderful atmosphere not only attracts people to the state, but is also home to creatures that enjoy its weather. If you’re new to the area, here are some pests you should look out for in Sarasota and … Continue reading Creature feature: Florida pest watch.