The first major step when preparing to buy a home is saving for a down payment. It can take a long time and a lot of discipline to put aside the money you need to make a proper down payment. However, with a few pointers, you can reach your goal faster than expected! Save for … Continue reading Saving for a Down Payment

Open houses give potential buyers a chance to tour homes on the market. Hosting an open house can be intimidating and if done wrong, might be a waste of time. To get the most out of an open house, you have to know what to do and what not to do! If you’re holding an … Continue reading Preparing for an Open House: Do’s and Don’ts

As a homeowner, one of the essential aspects of managing your property is understanding property taxes. Property taxes are imposed by local governments and play a significant role in funding public services such as schools, roads and emergency services. But, how do they work?  After a property sells, the new value is reassessed by the … Continue reading Understanding Property Taxes: What Homeowners Should Know

If you’re interested in investing in real estate, you have most likely considered flipping houses versus renting to tenants – which will offer the best return on your investment? Let me guide you through the pros and cons.  What is house flipping?  Flipping is when someone buys a property, makes improvements throughout the home and … Continue reading Investing in Real Estate: Rental Properties vs. Flipping

The thing about mortgages? They are not one size fits all and most of us will need one to buy a home. With so many different types of mortgages available – each having different pros and cons – it can get confusing to new buyers. That’s why I’m here to help you understand the different … Continue reading Understanding Different Types of Mortgages

Are you getting ready to sell your home? You’ll want to make sure it looks its best for potential buyers. Strap in, folks. We are going to talk about staging. Staging is a strategy that helps bring out your home’s top qualities and minimize its flaws. If staging is done correctly, it will not only … Continue reading How to Stage Your Home for Sale

Whether you are preparing to sell your home or looking to set out on the market to buy a new one, you’ll need a home inspection to determine if the property is in good shape. A home inspection is a safety and quality assessment on a house involved in a sale. Before you’re able to … Continue reading Home Inspection 101: A breakdown of what to expect during a home inspection and how to interpret the results

Buying a house in a competitive seller’s market can be stressful, but with the right set of tools and a Realtor you can trust by your side, you’re sure to walk away with keys in hand. But, how do you stand out among other prospective buyers? I’ve got a few tricks up my sleeve to … Continue reading Navigating Multiple Offers: How to Stand Out as a Buyer

Retirement – a time to savor the sweet rewards of a life well-lived, to kick back, relax and maybe even bask in a little paradise. And where better to do just that than in the picturesque haven of Sarasota? This guide is your ticket to uncovering the treasure trove of 55+ communities that await you … Continue reading Living the Dream: Exploring Sarasota’s 55+ Communities for Retirement Bliss

When the market’s on fire like a hot Sarasota summer and houses are flying off the shelves, you know you’re in a competitive seller’s market. Buyers are hungry, and sellers are grinning – but how do you navigate this wild ride?  For Buyers: When it’s like finding a needle in a haystack, you’ve got to … Continue reading Navigating a competitive seller’s market: Advice for buyers and sellers