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January 28, 2020
Anyone who’s sold a house knows just how stressful the process can be. From prepping and staging your home to juggling your schedule around showings, work, school, and all of your other daily responsibilities, selling a home requires full-on effort. Add kids to the mix, and well, the undertaking can seem almost insurmountable. But, rest easy. For parents selling a home with little members in the house, here are some simple tips that can help you navigate this major life transition. Here are a few places to start: Get your kids involved – It’s important that your kids, no matter how young they are, know that you will be selling your home and what exactly that means. Keep them in […]
January 21, 2020
Frequently recognized as one of the most beautiful residential areas in South Florida, the Village of Pinecrest maintains a convenient location just 20 minutes away from downtown Miami and Miami International Airport. It’s known for its fantastic schools and beautiful natural surroundings. If you’re interested in seeing what Pinecrest has to offer, check out several of these featured listings. Then, give me a call at 305-329-7744 to schedule a tour or learn more. Featured listings in Pinecrest 5800 SW 104th St – This exclusively gated home is situated on an acre estate in North Pinecrest. Its striking entrance welcomes you with a grand paver driveway, lush foliage, and a spectacular cascading fountain. Inside, this 5-bedroom, 3.5 bath home features marble […]
January 14, 2020
It’s a New Year and that means a new look at what Florida home buyers have their eyes most keenly attentive to in 2020. A big theme continues to revolve around energy efficiencies and improving a home’s sustainability, but additional features designed to make life and organization easier are also popping up on home buyers’ wish lists. Let’s take a look at some of the most common features Florida home buyers are looking for in the coming year. Impact windows and doors – Not only are these hurricane-resistant windows and doors practical from a storm-preparation perspective, they’re also aesthetically pleasing and incredibly efficient at controlling the indoor temperature while still letting in natural light. Even better, they can help homeowners […]
January 7, 2020
For most things in life, it pays to shop around. When it comes to hiring a real estate agent, however, most people forget this simple advice, and that can be a mistake. Hiring the right agent can make all the difference in how smoothly your buying and selling process goes. It’s important to remember that the agent who was right for your coworker or cousin may not be right for you. Here are three more reasons why you should always shop around before, well, shopping around for a house. 1) Expertise to match your needs and goals – Referrals are great, but if the realtor your coworker used specializes in a neighborhood or property type that is not at all […]
December 24, 2019
While some things seem like a no-brainer (warm sunshine in the middle of winter? Yes, please!), other considerations make buying a vacation home in Florida a bit more challenging. If you find yourself one winter closer to taking the plunge on a Florida vacation home, make sure you’ve thought through these important things and then get in touch with us. We’re experts in the market and will help guide you through decisions you may not have known you even needed to make. Location, location, location Commuting to work may not be a factor, but location is likely still one of your top priorities – and it should be, not only for resale potential, but also for its amenities, safety, and […]
December 17, 2019
An impressive community well-known for its fabulous parks, amazing schools, expansive recreation opportunities, and preservation of the natural environment, Palmetto Bay is a top choice when it comes to family-friendly neighborhoods in South Florida. Its location just south of downtown Miami makes it pretty unbeatable, too. If you’re interested in the “Village of Parks,” check out several of these featured listings. Then, give me a call at 305-329-7744 to schedule a tour or learn more. 5860 Paradise Point Drive -This 4-bedroom, 4.5-bath home is charming from top to bottom. As a three-story home, it offers remarkable water and treetop views and is just a short boat ride from Biscayne Bay. Located in the gated community of Paradise point, the home […]
December 10, 2019
The seller’s disclosure form is among the most important documents you will evaluate when buying a home. Why? It gives you a glimpse into the history of the home in a way that touring a property simply cannot give you. And that history could be the difference between landing a home you can happily say “yes” to and one that is doomed to be a money pit. What is a seller disclosure form? Typical disclosure reports contain information about the features and history of the home’s internal and external structures, including appliances, roofing and foundation, environmental hazards, zoning regulations, and more. The owners are responsible for truthfully disclosing any information they personally know about, but they are not expected to […]
December 3, 2019
“The Village of Parks” is aptly named given its commitment to preserving the natural environment, its numerous parks, and expansive recreation opportunities for residents. What’s more – its easy access across the county mean you can enjoy all the perks the big city has to offer while still embracing the small community charm (which of course has its own list of perks!). Here are a few reasons why we think house-hunting in Palmetto Bay is always a good choice: Top-notch schools – Palmetto Bay’s public and private schools are top-rated and offer superior educational opportunities for children from preschool on up through high school. Active parks & recreation department – You’ll never be bored in Palmetto Bay. With numerous planned […]
November 26, 2019
Whether you’re preparing your home to sell or are simply looking for ways to transform your bathroom space and create more calm, here are five easy ways to make a subtle transformation that will grab the eye of prospective buyers and may even bring you more respite to boot. Check your hardware – Unique cabinet hardware can grab your attention (and your hand). Installing new hardware is an easy and inexpensive way to modernize a bathroom, add visual interest and make a surprising difference to the overall space. Add plants – Easy-to-maintain succulents are small and can fit in nearly any space. For larger bathrooms, you could opt for a larger plant, like a fiddle-leaf fig. Having plants in your […]