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Should You Buy a Condo or a House?

If you’re looking for a new home in Tampa Bay, what’s better – a condo or a house? This guide can help you decide. Should You Buy a Condo or a House in Tampa Bay? First things first: You should only work with a Tampa Bay REALTOR® you trust to show you properties that meet your needs. If you’re not sure whether you belong in a condominium or a single-family home, your REALTOR can explain the differences between the two so you can make the right decision. With that said, there are pros and … Continue reading...

Does Your House Smell Like Your Dog?

If you’re like many pet parents selling a home in Tampa Bay, you know that your house might smell a little like your four-legged family member – but that’s exactly what you don’t want buyers to smell. This guide explains how to tell whether your house smells like your dog and what to do about it if the answer is yes. Does Your House Smell Like Your Dog? The best way to figure out whether your house smells like you live with an animal is to ask a close friend, relative or your Tampa Bay … Continue reading...

5 Warning Signs to Watch for When You’re Touring Homes for Sale in Tampa Bay

When you’re going to tour homes for sale with your Tampa Bay REALTOR®, your agent will help you make the right choices for your next home – but with that said, here are five red flags you should watch for while you’re out looking. 5 Red Flags to Watch for When You’re Touring Homes for Sale in Tampa Bay Though your REALTOR will catch any major issues, it doesn’t hurt to be on the lookout yourself. Check out these five red flags to watch for while you tour homes for sale in Tampa Bay: … Continue reading...

Tampa Bay, St Pete’s & Clearwater Area Restaurants Open on Thanksgiving 2021

If you are one of the many people who aren't attending the family gathering for Thanksgiving then you may be wondering what local Tampa Bay Restaurants are open on turkey day. If so, we've got the information you are looking for including an interactive map showing you all of the locations in Tampa Bay, St Pete & Clearwater FL. Best Restaurants Open for Thanksgiving 2021 in Greater Tampa Bay. St. Pete's & Clearwater Florida Some of the Greater Tampa Bay Area’s best restaurants (and … Continue reading...

Real Estate Faux Pas: 3 Etiquette No-Gos to Avoid

When you're buying or selling a home, the rules aren't always clear. But check out these three common mistakes many people make. Real Estate Faux Pas: 3 Etiquette No-Gos to Avoid These are three common mistakes you should avoid: Calling a listing agent directly when you already have a buyer’s agent Making an offer without mortgage preapproval Skipping home showings Scroll down for a closer look at each. Real Estate Etiquette No-Go #1: Calling a Listing Agent When You Already … Continue reading...

What is a Co-Op?

In real estate, the phrase Co-op is short for cooperative housing. But what does it mean if you own a co-op? This guide explains. What is a Co-Op? In a co-op, which usually just looks like an apartment building or condominium complex, people don't own their own units. Instead, they own shares of the entire building. What co-op owners do is actually buy stock in the housing complex. Then, the ownership in the housing complex comes with a lease for the home they live in. Are There Co-Ops in … Continue reading...

What is an Appraisal Contingency in Real Estate?

When you buy a home in Tampa Bay, your real estate agent will most likely build an appraisal contingency into your purchase contract. But what is that, and how does it work? What is an Appraisal Contingency in Real Estate? Before a lender will let you borrow the money to purchase a home, it will send an appraiser to the home to determine how much it's worth. The appraiser is an independent third party that you pay (but the lender chooses). This professional home evaluator will compare the home … Continue reading...

What is a Financing Contingency in Real Estate?

If you're like many people buying a home for sale in Tampa Bay, your real estate agent will most likely build a financing contingency into your contract. But what is a financing contingency, and how does it help you? This guide explains. What is a Financing Contingency in Real Estate? Contingencies are conditions that real estate agents often build into purchase contracts to protect their clients. A financing contingency is in place to protect the buyer. With a financing contingency in your … Continue reading...

4 Tips for Finding the Right Mortgage Lender

Especially when interest rates are low, you can go online and see dozens of ads for mortgages each day. If you're in the market for a home loan, it's tempting to click on the ad that shows the almost unbelievably lowest rate. Of course, that's what the lenders want you to do. They are using those low rates to generate leads for their loan business. But there's more to picking the right lender than simply clicking on the lowest rate you see on a screen. Not all lenders or loans are created … Continue reading...

4 Tips to Get More in a New Construction Home

Buying a newly constructed home often comes with a large price. After all, everything in the house is freshly installed and unused. Typically, the purchase price is predetermined, giving buyers little wiggle room to negotiate. Fortunately, buyers can use the following strategies to try and get more out of their purchase of a new construction home. 1. Remain Focused on Your Goal If you want to save as much money as possible and get as many extras as you can, it is important to remain focused. … Continue reading...

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