St. Petersburg and Tampa are both in the top three cities in Florida for drawing in Millennials. Residents selling a home in St. Petersburg and residents selling a home in Tampa can benefit by taking note of the influx of Millennials because Millennials tend to want different things in the homes they purchase. Learn more […]
We talk a lot about home staging, but is it actually worth the extra effort and expense? Home staging is when you prepare and decorate a home in order to try to help buyers see the potential in your home. A Tampa Bay home for sale is generally worth the home staging efforts and cost. […]
If you’re getting ready to buy a home in Tampa Bay, the details of the mortgaging process can feel overwhelming. Thankfully, there will be plenty of people to help you figure it all out. Still, some of us like to be informed ahead of time. One of the things that you will be asked for […]
Whether you’re buying or selling a home in Tampa Bay, here’s what you need to know about who pays a real estate agent’s commission. Who Pays a Real Estate Commission? In the vast majority of cases, the seller ends up paying a real estate agent’s commission. That means buyers get a free ride – the […]
If you’re thinking about selling your home in Tampa Bay, you might be swayed by the spring housing market – after all, this is prime home-buying season. But is spring really the best time to sell your home? Is Spring the Best Time to Sell Your Home in Tampa Bay? Traditionally, the spring home-buying season […]
In what might feel like a cruel plot to keep home buyers stuck and unable to actually buy a home, lenders use factors including your credit score to determine your mortgage rates. You need to take a look at your credit score early in the game. You might need to clear some errors up on […]
Adjustable Rate Mortgages are in higher demand, according to a recent article in The Washington Post. An Adjustable-Rate Mortgage (ARM) is a mortgage that starts out with a low-interest rate. See, the first part of an ARM is lower than the rate for a 30-year fixed-rate loan. This is a very tempting concept and one […]
If you’re new to Florida, you should know that transferring a title on a motor vehicle in the Sunshine State is a little different than in some other states. If you want to sell your car to another individual, you have a couple of extra things to to. First off, you have to make sure […]
Floors are constantly tread upon – but we still use them to beautify our home. They are a huge factor in the appearance of your home and one of the main factors people consider when buying a home. There are many things to consider when choosing flooring. You’ll need to consider your budget. Ceramic tile, […]
Did you know that three recent concurrent studies showed that pet ownership offers significant advantages like better self-esteem, physical conditioning, health and happiness compared when compared to people without pets? It’s obvious that pets can help us overcome major life-stressors. But it’s more than just that. New research indicates that pet owners exercise more, feel […]
