Whether you want to refurbish old furniture, install new shelving or repair a cabinet, make sure to have these tools on hand. If you don’t, it’s time to hit the hardware store.
10 DIY tools to always keep at home
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Home Improvements
Meet our neighbors, the gators!
- By Amy Chapman
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If you’re from Florida, you know that we share a natural habitat for several species – specifically of the scaly variety. Yes, I’m talking about alligators. When people hear about Florida’s resident gator population, their first thought is often, “What do you do about that?” and the answer is to simply coexist. My neighborhood [...]
The perks of having an HOA
- By Amy Chapman
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Homeowners associations are becoming more common across the United States, and are most prominent in recently built single-family homes and subdivisions. Though it may seem like an HOA is intimidating and enforces many rules, it also brings several benefits to residents and their properties. Here are my thoughts to consider if you’re [...]
Is an investment property right for you?
- By Amy Chapman
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It’s no secret we’re living in a strange time, and for many, that means a significant impact on our pocketbooks. If you’re seeking ideas for additional income, you might want to consider adding an investment property to your list. And, don’t worry, you don’t have to be an HGTV house-flipping guru to invest in real estate. If [...]
Make your quarantining count with these DIY home upgrades
- By Amy Chapman
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I don’t know about you, but what’s been days has felt like months of social distancing. While it’s always nice to get to spend more time with family and collect yourself in your own space, it’s completely normal to start getting cabin fever, especially if you’ve been stuck in a monotonous routine. Whether you’re considering [...]
Three tips for selling your home during a pandemic
- By Amy Chapman
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As we come together (metaphorically) during the COVID-19 pandemic, it’s important to look for the light at the end of the tunnel. Most of us are spending weeks in isolation, but that doesn’t mean life has to stop. If you are thinking about selling your home, now is better than ever to move forward with your plans. But first, here are [...]
You’re sure to love these five minimalist home trends
- By Amy Chapman
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It’s easy to fill your home with stuff – from bulky couches that have followed you since your college dorm days to trinkets collected from past travels around the world. While some pieces have sentimental value, your home reaches a point where the space loses its natural aesthetic, feels cluttered and lacks cohesive design. Adopting a [...]
Five questions you should ask yourself before you buy a home
- By Amy Chapman
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2020 is the year of possibilities. How often can you say “It’s the beginning of a new century,” right? You might be ready to kick off the year on a high note by starting to look for a home of your very own. While buying your first home can be an exciting experience, it can also be a bit mentally and financially overwhelming. That’s [...]
SRQ has 2020 vision
- By Amy Chapman
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Happy New Year, Sarasota! With warm weather here year-round, it's no surprise that snowbirds, vacationers and locals alike try to take advantage of all that our lovely city has to [...]
New year, new view: New Year’s resolutions for first-time homebuyers
- By Amy Chapman
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The New Year is right around the corner – meaning it’s time to start thinking about your financial plans and resolutions for 2020. If this is the year for making big moves like purchasing your first home, I have a few tips that will help you get on the right [...]
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