Photo by Gerd Altmann via Pixabay There is a lot of discussion today about whether or not a real estate agent is necessary for the most successful sale of your home. You may have all the required skills and experience to handle it yourself, but that’s hard to figure out if you don’t know what a real estate...

Photo by Feng Yu via Shutterstock Few things are more mysterious than insurance. When you think you know what's covered, you find out the hard way that it wasn't. Since your home is likely your greatest asset, you want to know what it includes and what it doesn't before you need to make a claim. Whether you're “in...

If you plan to sell your home soon, you should learn about the local housing sector. By doing so, you can gain the insights you need to promote your residence to the right groups of buyers and optimize your home sale earnings. Now, let's take a look at three tips to help you analyze the local housing market before...

Photo by Mercigod via Shutterstock Earnest money is the amount of money put down for a large purchase. While this is not limited to real estate, it is used frequently in the real estate industry. It’s a sign of good faith from the buyer to the seller and normally constitutes about 1%-5% of the home’s price. How much...

The cost of buying a house extends beyond a seller's initial asking price. In fact, there are many "hidden" costs that buyers need to consider as they decide whether to purchase a house, such as: 1. Closing Costs There are various closing costs that a buyer may encounter before he or she finalizes a house purchase, including survey, appraisal...

Photo by Tatiana Chekryzhova via Shutterstock As more millennials leave consumer and student debt behind, they enter the housing market. Being savvy researches in the information age, this demographic has begun to fuel the housing economy. Many purchase homes as singles, with a partner or even a friend or group of friends. Where is Preferred? Unlike past generations...

Looking for an updated fully furnished condo in an oceanside complex? Quail Hollow is a quiet, secluded, gated complex close to shops and great restaurants, located on a beautiful stretch of beach (wide and not heavily traveled). This unit makes a perfect vacation home or rental property. It has a beachy vibe and is super clean-with upgrades including: LVP flooring, gray carpet, new quartz countertops, shaker white kitchen cabinets, new hot water heater, full-size washer/dryer, new paint, newer AC. Being sold Furnished and fully equipped for immediate vacation rental. The rooms in this condo are nicely placed with beds and baths off the...

This stunning 5 bedroom 5 1/2 bathroom home is ready for a new owner. Built by Standard Pacific in 2015 and located in beautiful Terra Costa, a gated community located close to the beaches. This home features: 3 car tandem garage, 21 ft ceilings in the family room, and 2 bedrooms downstairs with en suite baths. Upstairs you will find the owner's suite as well as 2 secondary bedrooms and a large loft. One of the most distinct features of this property is the 12 large windows that allow plenty of natural light into the main living spaces. The kitchen is equipped with a gas cooktop, walk in pantry, and a large island. Enjoy the...

Location! Location! Location! Rare find in Ponte Vedra Beach! This updated John Weiland custom built 5 bedroom 4 bathroom home sits on a large private lot that is just under 1/2 acre and located on the most desirable street in Sawmill Lakes. Downstairs you will find a large updated kitchen that overlooks the family room w/ 20ft ceilings, a formal dining room, formal living room, pool bath, office/5th bedroom & master bedroom. The kitchen & the master bath have been updated beautifully. Upstairs you will find 3 large bedrooms, 2 baths and a bonus room that could be used as a gym, playroom or an additional TV space. This is the...

Don't miss your opportunity to own a condo at the beach for under 260K. This charming condo has been fully renovated and has amazing views of the community pool. It comes fully furnished and ready to rent. Some of the upgrades include: fresh interior paint, all new furniture and decor, quartz countertops, white kitchen cabinets, new carpet, wood plank flooring, updated bathroom vanities, nest thermostat. The boardwalk to the beach is right outside your front door. Minutes away from downtown St. Augustine. This one won't last...

Don't miss your opportunity to own a condo at the beach for under 260K. This charming condo has been fully renovated and has amazing views of the community pool. It comes fully furnished and ready to rent. Some of the upgrades include: fresh interior paint, all new furniture and decor, quartz countertops, white kitchen cabinets, new carpet, wood plank flooring, updated bathroom vanities, nest thermostat. The boardwalk to the beach is right outside your front door. Minutes away from downtown St. Augustine. This one won't last...

Don't miss your opportunity to own this well maintained home in highly desirable St. Johns County. NO CDD FEES and priced to sell. This home won't last long. It sits on a quiet preserve lot with a fully fenced backyard. You will notice the curb appeal as soon as you pull in the driveway . It is stucco with a ledgestone accent. The interior features: fresh paint, tile floors in all main living areas, granite countertops, walk in pantry, Stainless steel appliances (range, microwave, dishwasher), pendant lighting, master bedroom has double stacked tray ceiling, large secondary bedrooms, washer and dryer stay with the home, blinds, covered...