If you’re buying a new home, ask yourself these questions before signing up for a home warranty.
Is a home warranty right for you?
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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 [...]
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 [...]
Moving ahead: what to expect when selling a house in 2020
- By Amy Chapman
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New year, new home? If you’re thinking of putting your home on the market, experts say that 2020 is the year to do it. Below, I share my predictions and insight on what’s to come in the housing market this year and why you should be moving toward putting your home on the [...]
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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