James H. Sweat, PA's Blog

Posted on 06/09/2019

That great furniture sale filled the empty spaces in your home with a matching sofa and loveseat, coordinating side chairs and matching pillows. It looked great on that showroom floor, but now that it's in your living room it all seems a bit sterile and blah. The challenge with matching sets is that they lack depth and dimension....

Furniture

Design Tips

Posted on 06/02/2019

Eating Healthy When Eating Out

When you are one of those very busy types with travel, projects, and meetings, it’s often difficult for you to cook breakfast, lunch, or dinner for yourself. The only option is to eat out in the office cafeteria or restaurants. Eating out can be fun and enjoyable when you know how to order a healthful meal. If you...

Posted on 05/26/2019

Preparing to Buy Your First Home

Everyone wants to own a home of their own at some point in their lives. There is only one first home, and you don't get a second chance. Well, you get a second or third if you want, but that first experience can have a significant effect on how you feel about homeownership. So, here a just a...

Posted on 05/19/2019

Why People Fail at New Year's Resolutions

On the night of December 31st every year, many people come with a list of "I will do this" and "I won't do that." This list of do's, don't s, goals, and aspirations for the upcoming year is what we refer to as a New Year resolution. Some resolutions would be to lose weight, and others might be...

Posted on 05/12/2019

How to Keep House... Millennial-Style

Yes, mom's house always seemed magically clean, so you may have missed some of her little tricks and tips. Here are a few to add to your cleaning repertoire and simplify your life. Housekeeping hacks Repurpose your orange peels: Place orange, lemon, or lime peels in your garbage disposal and run with plenty of water to clean out...

Posted on 05/05/2019

Factors to Consider Before You Buy a Smart Home Device

Smart home devices enable property owners to automate a wide range of everyday tasks – everything from cleaning each bedroom in a residence to securing a house against burglaries and other threats. Yet not all smart house gadgets are identical. And if a homeowner fails to plan ahead for smart home technology investments, they risk spending money on smart...

Smart Home Technology

Smart Home Devices

Posted on 04/28/2019

Tips for Choosing the Right Vacation Home

No two vacation residences are alike. As such, it pays to be diligent as you conduct a search for the optimal vacation home. Otherwise, you risk purchasing a vacation house that fails to accommodate your long-term needs. Ultimately, there are lots of things you can do to find a vacation home that complements you perfectly, such as: 1. Establish...

Vacation Home

Buying A Home

Posted on 06/15/2019

Video Tour - 500 Cerromar Drive, Venice, FL 34293

Welcome to “Cerromar” the crown jewel of Plantation Golf and Country Club, an LPGA Tournament Host. Designed for comfortable living, elegant family gatherings & lavish entertaining on the largest private golf course frontage in Sarasota County. Irreplaceable trophy property strategically designed w/ golf & water views from every room. Main floor master & 800 sq ft independent suite; hand-crafted details; imported crystal marble & ornate custom iron works. This Estate-quality home is a sanctuary for relaxation & rejuvenation Situated amongst 3 scenic ponds w/ soothing fountains, on 5.68 sculpted acres. Enjoy the beauty & get in touch w/...

Posted on 06/15/2019

500 Cerromar Drive, Venice, FL 34293 is now new to the market!

Welcome to “Cerromar” the crown jewel of Plantation Golf and Country Club, an LPGA Tournament Host. Designed for comfortable living, elegant family gatherings & lavish entertaining on the largest private golf course frontage in Sarasota County. Irreplaceable trophy property strategically designed w/ golf & water views from every room. Main floor master & 800 sq ft independent suite; hand-crafted details; imported crystal marble & ornate custom iron works. This Estate-quality home is a sanctuary for relaxation & rejuvenation Situated amongst 3 scenic ponds w/ soothing fountains, on 5.68 sculpted acres. Enjoy the beauty & get in touch w/...

Posted on 06/12/2019

Another Property Sold - 4681 Nekoosa, North Port, FL 34287

This three bedroom, two bath home, one car garage seats on a nice corner lot. It comes with a new refrigerator, with ice and water in door, stove and exhaust hood. Also included is a dishwasher, washer and dryer. This home is ready for your personal touches. Roof replaced Oct, 2014. New electrical panel installed on May 15,...

Posted on 06/12/2019

Another Property Sold - 8160 Porto Chico Avenue, North Port, FL 34287

Do you love HGTV? Bring your creative ideas and freshen up this roomy home that is conveniently located in North Port. New roof in 2016. 22x13 Florida room off of the living and dining rooms with wall of windows that brings in natural light, plus a private Florida room off the master bedroom. Inside laundry, tile and laminate floors (no carpet!), workshop/storage and a shed; fenced back yard. Screened and covered front porch protects from rain and allows air flow during the cooler months. Only 1 mile to Warm Mineral Springs. Easy access to shopping, restaurants, schools, churches and the new Atlanta Braves Training Facility. Sarasota county...

Posted on 05/21/2019

Another Property Sold - 2105 Florala Street, North Port, FL 34287

Relaxing views of nature and privacy are two of the benefits of owning this beautiful, brand new construction home that overlooks a canal and green space preserve. Fourteen foot ceiling in formal dining room; Ten foot tray ceilings in Living/Great room, Family/Den and Master bedroom. Solid wood, soft-close cabinets with dove-tailed drawers for durability; granite counters and stainless appliances for your enjoyment. Breakfast nook with aquarium window overlooking the lanai and preserve views. Appealing Open Concept in this custom home with sliders from the great room, master and second bedrooms to the lanai; Inside laundry, covered entry,...