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October 20, 2020
8:09 pm

Best Towns For Condo Living in Tampa Bay

Interested in condo living in Tampa Bay? Then you’ve come to the right place! If you have ever considered condo living, you know there are many great perks. First, It’s easier to “adult” in a condo. If you are kidless or your kids have left the nest, why not downsize? Minimize cleaning time, lower those …

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August 13, 2020
8:47 pm

Florida Real Estate Market Strong In Pandemic Times

The coronavirus pandemic has affected every industry, including real estate. As a whole, the real estate industry has seen a decline. However, some areas of the country have been more affected by the virus than others. Unlike many other states, Florida may have a real estate market that bounces back. Find out why the Florida …

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Real Estate

July 4, 2020
5:53 pm

How to Stage Your Florida Home to Sell

Do You Need to Stage Your Florida Home? “Do I really need to pay to stage my Florida home?” is a common question Realtors receive from sellers. And it’s understandable that this discretionary expense may be something the seller wants to forego. Sellers already feel tapped out from paying pre-inspection expenses and paying for delayed …

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April 9, 2020
7:29 pm

Is it Time to Create a Home Office Space or Buy a Bigger Home?

Is your home feeling smaller these days? Do any of these ten situations sound familiar? Don’t feel guilty. These feelings are totally normally. What’s not normal is sitting in the bathroom doing algebra and singing the Mickey Mouse Clubhouse theme song. If you get to that point, seek help. Right now, many of us are …

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March 28, 2020
9:41 pm

How to Add a Home Office to a Cozy Bungalow or Small Apartment

Photos by Bernie Littlefield with Bel Portraits Florida bungalows are known for their cozy layouts. Sometimes too cozy. And when isolated at home with pets, a partner or spouse, and possibly kids, grandkids, parents or in-laws, the walls might feel like they’re closing in. More and more people are being asked to work from home. As …

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March 28, 2020
8:36 am

How to Buy and Sell Real Estate “Virtually” Anywhere

Guest Blog by Tabi Deas, Coolest Realtor® in Tampa Bay There is no denying that the past couple of weeks have been difficult for most. COVID-19 self-quarantine and shelter-in-place guidelines have made access to employers, clients, friends, family, and fun much more difficult. And thousands have lots jobs. Add to that empty shelves at grocery …

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Real Estate

February 11, 2020
10:58 pm

Love Your Home – 12 Small Upgrades with a Big Payoff

Guest Writer: Tabi Deas, licensed Realtor® As a licensed Realtor® for almost 20 years, I have seen thousands of homes for sale – lived-in homes, vacant homes, old homes, new homes, renovated homes – I’ve seen it all, the good, bad and the ugly. If you are looking for some small weekend DIY projects that …

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January 30, 2020
10:38 am

Mortgage Company Gives Back to St. Pete Community in More Ways Than One

St. Petersburg has a strong sense of community, and Savvy Mortgage Lending has helped to foster that bond. The St. Petersburg-based company has dedicated its time and money to improving the St. Pete community. While part of their contribution has been to make home ownership a reality for many residents, the company also has given …

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January 28, 2020
9:25 am

Florida Home Sales Rise, While Inventories Fall

Real estate in several Florida counties were bright at the end of 2019. This was particularly true in Pinellas, Hillsborough, Pasco and Hernando counties. Single-family home sales rose more than 25% December 2019 versus December 2018. Cash sales also increased. As a result, the list of homes available has dropped throughout Pinellas, Pasco, Hillsborough, and …

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November 25, 2019
9:38 pm

10 Reasons to Buy a Brand New Home in Florida

Homebuyers have a choice in today’s market of buying a pre-owned resale home or a “never been lived in” brand new home. Today’s new construction homes offer more benefits than ever before, making them strong contenders in any home search. Depending on what’s important to you, you may find that the advantages of a new …

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August 3, 2019
2:54 pm

Keep Your Home Safe While Traveling This Summer

We are right here in the middle of summer. It’s such a busy time of year and exciting to get outdoors and away from home. Some recent news about home break-ins got me thinking about how easy it is to forget the basics in the hurry to get out of town. I searched around and …

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May 13, 2019
9:06 pm

Spa Day for Your Home: Your Summer Homeowner’s Checklist

Summer is coming at us quickly-can you believe we are almost halfway through 2019 already? This time of year is exciting as the summer plans rev into high gear. It’s also one of the most hectic times outside of the holiday season! We have weddings, graduations, and first vacations of the year for many people. …

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Real Estate

May 2, 2019
7:22 pm

Same-Sex Home Buyers Likely to Experience Discrimination

New research shows that same-sex home buyers throughout the country may experience discrimination. According to Iowa State University, lenders are less likely to approve same-sex couples for a mortgage than heterosexual couples. The Iowa State University’s Ivy College of Business looked at mortgage information between the years of 1990 and 2015. In their research they …

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April 22, 2019
6:37 am

Is Sarasota the Best Place to Live in Florida?

If you’re looking for the best place to live in Florida, you may want to consider moving to Sarasota. According to the Herald Tribune, U.S. News & World Report ranked Sarasota higher than every other city in Florida. It also ranked the city within the top 125 cities in the United States. In fact, the …

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Real Estate

February 14, 2019
11:21 am

What You Should Know About Tax Season Home Sales

Timing can have a direct impact on how long it takes to sell your home. While most people realize that winter holidays can affect home sales, few realize that tax season affects the real estate market. Find out how tax season home sales can affect you, and what you can do to prepare for it. …

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January 21, 2019
8:56 pm

Lesbians Have Strong Presence in Gulfport’s Town Shores

Sprouting up from the charming colorful cottages that make up a large portion of the housing in Gulfport, Florida is the high-rise 55-plus community of Town Shores. It’s a bit of an anomaly in many respects including that it was built 40 years ago before Gulfport put into place zoning that forbid upward development. Perhaps …

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January 9, 2019
1:04 pm

Living the Dream in Ft. Myers, Florida

The Resort on Carefree Blvd, in North Fort Myers, Florida, has come of age. Twenty-one years young, the resort is a vibrant and thriving community of women who are happy to testify about the magic of living in a predominately lesbian, gated community. This sprawling and beautiful mixture of stylish manufactured homes and high-end RV …

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Real Estate

December 16, 2018
12:43 pm

5 Tips for Florida Holiday Home Buying

Winter is a busy time in Florida real estate. When temperatures are cold up north those dreaming of a warmer future escape to the south. Often times, buyers wait until tax time to purchase in the spring, opening up some great opportunities during the winter months for homeownership. Rachel Saylor with Amerifirst Home Mortgage offers advice for …

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December 5, 2018
9:53 pm

Tampa: A City on the Move to the Top

Tampa was recently ranked as one of the best cities in which to live, eat, and have fun, according to various articles on WalletHub.com. In July, Tampa was rated the 16th best BIG city “to live in.” It was also ranked the 20th Best City Overall after scoring high in entertainment, nightlife and low cost. And since …

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Real Estate

November 20, 2018
7:22 am

10 Things To Do When Buying A Home

The home buying process can be a lengthy and frustrating process. But it doesn’t have to be. With proper planning, purchasing a new home can be exciting and stress-free. The Hustle & Heart Group has provided us with their top tips on purchasing a new home. 1. Know your credit score. Your credit score is …

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November 19, 2018
7:23 pm

Keeping it Real: Real Estate News and Trends

Provided by Team Celli, Keeping It Real is a one-stop compilation of real estate news, restaurant reviews and retail news focusing on St. Petersburg and the bay area. This week, Team Celli offers the latest news and trends in the St Petersburg Real Estate Market: Tampa Bay might be seeing signs of a buyers’ market. …

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Real Estate

November 5, 2018
7:12 pm

Ally Partner Profile: Rachel Saylor, Amerifirst Home Mortgage

When Rachel Saylor, the Sales Team Manager for AmeriFirst Home Mortgage, was asked to show her support as an LGBTQ ally by partnering with OUTCOAST, she jumped at the opportunity. Saylor has already made herself known as a supporter through her work with several LGBTQ couples and individuals, collaboration with LGBTQ realtors, and as a …

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Real Estate

October 15, 2018
2:54 pm

Read This Before You Apply For A Mortgage in Florida

It’s no surprise to anyone that the real estate market along Florida’s Gulf Coast is booming. In fact, St. Petersburg has one of the quickest growing real estate markets in the country. Young couples, working professionals, investors, and retirees are flocking to this region to purchase first homes, vacation properties, or retirement homes in one …

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Real Estate

September 26, 2018
4:16 pm

Buying vs. Renting: Which is Best for You?

Every Fall (following Labor Day weekend), the Tampa Bay Area experiences an influx of snowbirds. Some of these snowbirds have rented homes for years – sometimes decades, and others own homes in Florida that they escape to during the cold months up north. For those renting on an annual basis, the internal debate will once …

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September 26, 2018
8:41 am

Investing in Real Estate 101

The real estate market is hot right now, especially in Florida. Currently, there are not enough homes on the market, so sellers are not willing to give buyers the great deals they got during the years following the market crash. But real estate can still be a winning proposition for you as an investor if …

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