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Buyers

10 House-Hunting Mistakes to Absolutely Avoid

That's it, the decision has been made, it's time to buy a house! No more living at home...

Home

Homestead Exemption Reminder

It’s a new year, so time to start thinking about property taxes and your homestead tax...

Recipe of Greatness

Recipe: Cast Iron Chicken Parm

Anyone that knows me or follows me on any social media knows I love to cook! This year...

Recipe of Greatness

Recipe: Salsa Fresca Chicken

This dish is so simple, you will wonder why it took so long for you to add it to your rotation. I...

Home, Sellers

The Importance of Curb Appeal

Underestimating the importance of curb appeal to the perceived value of a home is a big mistake...

Holidays, Tampa Bay Local

Safe Foods For Your Pets – Courtesy of Starkey Ranch Animal Hospital

If ever there is a time of year that you spend a majority of time in your kitchen cooking...

Home

First-Time Holiday Hosting Tips

Now is the time of year that parties and big meals are a common occurrence. For some reason...

Home, Maintenance & Repairs, Tips

6 Things You Never Clean but Really Need To

Fall is upon us...per the calendar. Most of you are more than likely spending more time outside,...

Sellers, Tips

7 Reasons to List Your Home During the Holidays

Starting in the late summer, people start to tell me they are going to wait until after...

Buyers, Real Estate, Tips

4 Reasons to Buy a Home This Fall

People always ask when is the best time to buy a home, there is no one size fits all answer to...

Buyers, Home

How to Buy a Home Quick – Even Before the Holidays!

Are you looking to buy a home quickly? Needing or wanting to be in and settled before the...

Home, Maintenance & Repairs

Instant Curb Appeal on the Cheap

You already know as a homeowner (especially the homeowners thinking of selling),...

Recipe of Greatness

Recipe: Garlic Balsamic Tomato Baked Chicken

I seem to become a bigger balsamic fan every time I have it. Butter, garlic, balsamic vinegar, and...

Holidays, Home

Labor Day Party Decor

DIY Festive Burlap Garland LightingSuper easy DIY project to bring out your red, white...

Home, Maintenance & Repairs, Tips

Places in Your Kitchen (Probably) Dirtier than a Toilet

Researchers say your kitchen is more germ-infested than your bathroom! In fact, did you know a...

Buyers, Home, Tips

6 Simple Steps Before You Buy

Purchasing a home is one of the largest investments you will make in your lifetime. Prior...