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Posted on 05/23/2021

What to Expect When Requesting a Zoning Variance

Image by Michi S from Pixabay Every property has an assigned zone that controls how you can use it. In residential zones, for example, you often have to abide by restrictions regarding business activity and animal husbandry. Commercial and industrial zoning also comes with many restrictions for its use, limiting the types of businesses that can be operated...

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Posted on 05/16/2021

Stay Safe & Healthy With These Travel Tips

Photo by Djordje Petrovic from Pexels With summer upon us, many are feeling the heat of pandemic life. Working from home, social distancing and other health precautions have meant canceled plans for millions of families and individuals. Even for those without trips planned, staying at home might get old. Luckily, you have options for getting away. Local travel...

Posted on 05/09/2021

How Your Credit Score Affects Your Interest Rate

Image by Tierra Mallorca from Unsplash One of the most important things to check once you decide to start the home-buying process is your credit score. The three major credit bureaus keep track of how you pay for your credit and how much credit you have. Your score fluctuates, sometimes daily, depending on how much you owe and...

Posted on 05/02/2021

3 Ways to Enjoy Your Veranda in Any Season

Photo by Ben Mack from Pexels Homeowners invest in outdoor seating areas with an understanding these spaces improve their quality of life and provide a substantial return on investment. The combination of home improvement and financial gain entices working families to build outdoor living spaces and verandas rank among the gold standard. The one drawback patios, pergolas, and...

Posted on 04/25/2021

Eco-Friendly Upgrades for Your New Home

Photo by Vivint Solar from Pexels Home automation is not only convenient for you, but it’s also one of the most eco-friendly things you can do. Putting things in your home on autopilot can help you stop wasting energy on heating or cooling the home when you’re not actually in it or forgetting to turn off lights when...

Posted on 04/18/2021

What To Do with Pets When You Show Your Home

Photo by StockSnap via Pixabay The lawn is trimmed, the house is spotless and you're ready for a real estate agent to show off your home to a prospective buyer -- but what about your pets? Pets and showings don't always mix; the potential buyers may be afraid of or allergic to your animals -- or your pets...

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Posted on 05/26/2021

Another Property Sold - 4979 Hubner Circle, Sarasota, FL 34241

Beautiful CUSTOM BUILT pool home on 2 lakefront acres and a 2,000 +/- sf OUTBUILDING with office, workshop and lots of room to STORE MOTOR HOME, RV or boat. Home has 4 bedrooms, 3 full baths, 2 half baths, is ARCHITECTURALLY DESIGNED to let in lots of natural light and take in the magnificent views of the lake. HUGE master bedroom is on the first floor, has a DESIGNER BATH SUITE with dressing room and a private lanai. Cozy floor to ceiling BRICK FIREPLACE in the oversized great room with clearstory and picture windows to bring the outside in. Up the floating OAK STAIRCASE to the guest suite with its own deck overlooking the HUGE BACK YARD...

Posted on 05/22/2021

2450 Hillview Street, Sarasota, FL 34239 now has a new price of $549,900!

Right in the heart of the sought after ARLINGTON PARK area is a comfortable 3 bedroom, 2 bath, VINTAGE FLORIDA home. When you drive up you will notice the MATURE LIVE OAK TREES, FLORIDA PALM TREES and nice landscaping. Walk into the OPEN FLOOR PLAN with an artistic flair including restored, polished terrazzo floors throughout the main part of the house. The kitchen is open to the formal living room and dining ROOM with BREAKFAST BAR. Present owner added a HUGE FAMILY ROOM with lots of windows to let in lots of NATURAL LIGHT and views of the nice landscaping and beautiful back yard. 20 x 20 landscape paver patio for barbecue’s and...

Posted on 05/17/2021

6079 Bonaventure Place, Sarasota, FL 34243 is now new to the market!

When you arrive to this lovely 2 bedroom, 2 bath, 2 car garage villa at the end of the cul de sac, you can't help but notice how well kept everything is. When you open the front door and step into the foyer your attention is drawn across the expansive living area to the sliding glass doors out through the lanai to the beautiful lake views teaming with wildlife . The updated kitchen is to the left with lots of cabinets, an eat in area and a pass thru to the dining room. The large master bedroom is in the back off the living area and has another bank of sliding doors to enjoy the views of the lake. The screened lanai is huge and has plenty...

Posted on 04/30/2021

Another Property Sold - 3066 Irving Street, Sarasota, FL 34237

Beautiful 3 bedroom, 2 bath home near Pinecraft!! Home has 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, garage on a quiet street. Just minutes to Yoder's Market, DER DUTCHMAN RESTAURANT, and all that PINECRAFT has to offer. The LANDSCAPE and STATELY OAK out back grab your attention as you arrive. Home sits back off the road to take advantage of the HUGE LOT and give lots of driveway space. Step inside to a GENEROUS FOYER and your eyes are drawn to an expansive GREAT ROOM with large ceramic tile flooring which goes through all the traffic areas. The very nice KITCHEN and dining room is towards the back of the house. A truly LARGE MASTER BEDROOM with a sitting...

Posted on 04/29/2021

Video Tour - 2450 Hillview Street, Sarasota, FL 34239

Right in the heart of the sought after ARLINGTON PARK area is a comfortable 3 bedroom, 2 bath, VINTAGE FLORIDA home. When you drive up you will notice the MATURE LIVE OAK TREES, FLORIDA PALM TREES and nice landscaping. Walk into the OPEN FLOOR PLAN with an artistic flair including restored, polished terrazzo floors throughout the main part of the house. The kitchen is open to the formal living room and dining ROOM with BREAKFAST BAR. Present owner added a HUGE FAMILY ROOM with lots of windows to let in lots of NATURAL LIGHT and views of the nice landscaping and beautiful back yard. 20 x 20 landscape paver patio for barbecue’s and...

Posted on 04/29/2021

2450 Hillview Street, Sarasota, FL 34239 is now new to the market!

Right in the heart of the sought after ARLINGTON PARK area is a comfortable 3 bedroom, 2 bath, VINTAGE FLORIDA home. When you drive up you will notice the MATURE LIVE OAK TREES, FLORIDA PALM TREES and nice landscaping. Walk in to the OPEN FLOOR PLAN with an artistic flair including restored, polished terrazzo floors throughout the main part of the house. The kitchen is open to the formal living room and dining ROOM with BREAKFAST BAR. Present owner added a HUGE FAMILY ROOM with lots of windows to let in lots of NATURAL LIGHT and views of the nice landscaping and beautiful back yard. 20 x 20 landscape paver patio for bar b que’s and...