A proper home inspection is your best defense against buying a property that will be a home improvement nightmare. Use these tips to get the most out of your home inspection. 1. Show Up It’s important to attend your home ...

Backyards are no longer simply a space to trim and mow with some minimal shrubs and trees. Today’s backyards have transformed into grand entertainment areas, extending the living room vibe into the backyard. Luxurious amenities mixed with classic and modern ...

With year-round sunshine and countless courses to choose from, the state of Florida has earned its reputation as “Golf Capital of the World” with the Southwest quadrant, from St. Petersburg to Marco Island boasts more golf holes per capita than ...

The secret’s out! Sarasota is awesome. Warm temperatures year-round, award-winning beaches, and a thriving art and cultural scene have made Sarasota a go-to place for retirees and families, not to mention a handful of celebrities (including Stephen King and Rosie O’Donnell). ...

Buying a new home is exciting, but it can also be overwhelming. Here’s a list of tips to help make your home buying experience more pleasant. Choose the right person If you’re thinking about buying a home, you’ll want to ...

Real Estate Glossary Terms & Definitions to Know. Many terms in real estate are universal throughout the nation. For example, “closing” in one area is sometimes called a “settlement” or “escrow” in another.  Adjustable-Rate Mortgage (ARM): A mortgage that provides ...

The best GOLDEN rule is to leave your property in the condition you would like to be see if you were stepping into a home you’d just purchased. Remove all personal property, including items you’re going to throw outSchedule bulk trash ...

Industry experts predict the coronavirus pandemic will have a lasting impact on future real estate and design trends. Bigger kitchens with ample food storage space, dedicated Zoom rooms for video conferences, home gyms or nooks for a Peloton bike and more touchless in-home technology to curb ...

Offering all of the advantages of a big city mixed with small town charm, Downtown Sarasota is a sophisticated urban area that draws arts and cultural enthusiasts from around the globe. Originally discovered by the Spanish conquistadors, Sarasota became a ...

If the perfect vision of water, sand, and sun is what you seek, you can find it on Siesta Key. The narrow barrier island stretches just eight miles from tip to toe, but the legends of these sands linger far ...