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Posted on 12/12/2021

Backyard Camping: Have an Adventure at Home

Photo by Andrea Piacquadio from Pexels Backyard camping allows you to have an adventure at home. For those who have never been camping before, it can be a great way to prepare. It can also be a fun activity for everyone in the house when the weather is warm and you want to get away without getting away....

Backyard

Backyard Camping

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Posted on 12/05/2021

3 Ways to Make Your New Construction Home More Energy Efficient

Photo by Andreas Gücklhorn on Unsplash Many prospective homeowners choose new construction over an existing home because they're able to customize the design. While there's no argument that It's fun to choose countertop options and bonus rooms, this is a good time to consider adding green solutions as well. Homes with green, or eco-friendly features, have a higher...

Eco Friendly Homes

Energy Efficient

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Posted on 11/28/2021

How to Waterproof Your Home

Photo by Martinelle via Pixabay One of the things that people may not think about when buying a house is waterproofing the crawlspace or basement. However, this is one of the biggest home maintenance items to address. You may not think of it because waterproofing is usually done when the house is built. However, it is important to...

Home

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Posted on 11/21/2021

Walls: Preparing to Paint after Removing Wood Paneling

Photo by Gerd Altmann via PixabayForty years ago every house had some paneling. Some more than others. Paneling can bring the look of natural wood and the great outdoors into a home. But unless your home is a cabin in the woods, chances are that's not what you're going for. Just like many home trends, paneling has fallen...

Painting

Wall

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Posted on 11/14/2021

Finding Capital in Your First Investment Property

Photo by Jonathan Rolande via Pixabay Dipping your toes in the real estate investing waters can feel intimidating--especially when it comes to making a large up-front investment. Although there are ways to get started in real estate with lower up-front costs (low- or no-down payment VA and FHA loans, for instance), it's smart to have some savings to...

Capital

Investment

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Posted on 11/07/2021

What to Consider Before Building Your Mid-Century Modern Dream Home

Photo by Alex from Pexels Once you have the idea for a perfect home design, it’s tempting to get started right away. While some styles may be very popular they could still pose potential challenges to homeowners who dream of having that style for their very own. A perfect example of this is mid-century modern design, which rose...

Mid Century Modern

Modern Homes

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Posted on 10/31/2021

Building a Custom Home: Pros and Cons

Image by Ulrich Wechselberger from Pixabay How do you know if it’s better to buy or to build? There are many factors to take into consideration when trying to decide which direction to take. The most popular reasons to build a house are the freedom of customization and the lower ongoing maintenance costs, but these benefits can also...

Home Building

New Construction

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Posted on 10/24/2021

Your Guide to New Construction Foundations

Image by bluebudgie from Pixabay One of the things you need to decide upon when planning a new home is the type of foundation you want. For some, it's an easy choice if you live in an area where your preferred choice is the best type of foundation for the recommended construction methods. Before getting too excited about...

Basement

Foundation

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Posted on 11/03/2021

Another Property Sold - Kingfish, Venice, FL 34293

Lot 16. Both lots available as a package. Love the water? Build your dream home on this waterfront lot just off the Myakka River that flows into Charlotte Harbor and out to the Gulf of Mexico. Neighborhood is a mix of Old Florida cottages and Waterfront Estates. This is lot 15 and mostly wooded. Adjacent lot 16 is also available, mostly cleared and combined would create a beautiful homesite. Situated between the Myakka River and Myakka State Park, you will enjoy the privacy this homesite affords while still being close to everything! Plant some areca palms along the east property line to shield from house next door. Myakka State Forest is...

Real Estate

Venice

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Posted on 11/03/2021

Another Property Sold - Multi Kingfish, Venice, FL 34293

Two lot package. Buy both or just one. Seller preference is both lots as a package. Lot 16 pending with inspections, back ups requested. Love the water? Build your dream home on these waterfront lots just off the Myakka River that flows into Charlotte Harbor and out to the Gulf of Mexico. Neighborhood is a mix of Old Florida cottages and Waterfront Estates. Lot 15 is mostly wooded. Adjacent lot 16 is mostly cleared and combined would create a beautiful homesite. Situated between the Myakka River and Myakka State Park, you will enjoy the privacy this homesite affords while still being close to everything! Plant some areca palms along the east...

Real Estate

Venice

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Posted on 11/03/2021

Another Property Sold - Kingfish, Venice, FL 34293

Lot 15. Both lots available as a package. Love the water? Build your dream home on this waterfront lot just off the Myakka River that flows into Charlotte Harbor and out to the Gulf of Mexico. Neighborhood is a mix of Old Florida cottages and Waterfront Estates. This is lot 15 and mostly wooded. Adjacent lot 16 is also available, mostly cleared and combined would create a beautiful homesite. Situated between the Myakka River and Myakka State Park, you will enjoy the privacy this homesite affords while still being close to everything! Plant some areca palms along the east property line to shield from house next door. Myakka State Forest is...

Real Estate

Venice

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Posted on 10/18/2021

Another Property Sold - 1061 Ivey Lake Drive, Orange City, FL 32763

You will love the Florida lifestyle in this beautiful home that feels like a resort. Plenty of room for friends and family to gather or have some quiet space. The Great room is centrally located for entertaining and opens to magnificent saltwater pool area complete with waterfall. Separate living room & dining room on the main level; game room and family room loft upstairs. Second floor sun deck is inside the two-story screen enclosure overlooking a pond and greenbelt for privacy. No rear neighbors and sunsets over the pool and pond to enjoy. Custom window treatments and valances included. Ground floor owner’s suite with slider to pool....

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