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Top 5 festive holiday decorations for your home

‘Twas the month before Christmas, have you decked your halls yet? While this year has been a whirlwind, we’re all excited about getting to wind down for the holiday season. Whether you got a head start on decorating or plan to start after Thanksgiving, I’ve compiled the biggest items trending this season according to Etsy, Pinterest [...]

A guide to long-term home maintenance and replacements

We’re rapidly approaching 2021 (thankfully) – and with a new year comes a new to-do list. Whether you recently purchased a previously owned home or have been settled in for a few years, this is the time to survey your space to see what appliances need a tuneup and what areas need an uplift. I put together an easy guide for you to make [...]

Spooky real estate: Beware of these four warning signs when buying a house

It’s spooky season once again here in Sarasota, and while there are no hauntings happening on my street, there’s always something to beware of when it comes to finding the right home. Sometimes sellers get overzealous, jump the gun and opt for the quick and easy route. I’ve listed four warning signs for you to look out for before [...]

Best plants for your Florida lawn 

If you’ve recently moved to Florida or are feeling inspired to experiment with your green thumb, you might find it’s more challenging than you planned. With the combination of intense sunlight, blazing heat, humidity and rainstorms that can last for days, Florida's climate and tropical environment is unique to other climates making [...]

Meet our neighbors, the gators!

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 [...]

Is an investment property right for you?

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

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

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

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

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 [...]
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