Generation Z (Gen Z) is eager to put down their own roots and achieve financial independence. As a result, they’re turning to homeownership. According to the latest Home Buyers and Sellers Generatio...
75th Annual Labor Day Regatta
September 2, 2023 to September 2, 2023
Sarasota Sailing Squadron
1717 Ken Thompson Parkway
Sarasota, FL 34236
Sarasota Sailing Squadron will host the 75th Annual Labor Day Regatta September 2nd-3rd. The si...
If you remember the housing crash back in 2008, you may recall just how popular adjustable-rate mortgages (ARMs) were back then. And after years of being virtually nonexistent, more people are once again using ARMs when buying a home. Let’s b...
We’ve all seen it and maybe winced a little: the one-bathroom home listing.
Most homeowners shudder at the thought of fighting over a single bathroom; but before World War II, it was the standard in most homes. Fortunately, that one bathro...
A low home appraisal can derail a home sale.
But why, exactly, might an appraisal come in low?
A recent article from realtor.com outlined the top reasons an appraisal might come in low, including:
The appraiser didn’t use realistic c...
Yoga in the Galleries at Sarasota Art Museum
August 26, 2023 to August 26, 2023
Sarasota Art Museum
1001 South Tamiami Trail
Sarasota, FL 34236
Take a break from your busy world and join us for a one-hour all-levels yoga class
surroun...
When you’re viewing properties, it’s pretty easy to spot serious “red flag” issues with the home that should make you question whether it’s the right purchase, like a crumbling roof or serious foundation issues.
But there are less ...
In today’s housing market, there are two main affordability challenges impacting buyers: mortgage rates that are higher than they’ve been the past couple of years, and rising home prices caused by low inventory. To overcome those challenges...
The rising cost of just about everything from groceries to gas right now is leading to speculation that more people won’t be able to afford their mortgage payments. And that’s creating concern that a lot of foreclosures are on the horizon. ...
Taking a do-it-yourself approach to home improvement can be a great way to upgrade your home, without spending a ton of money on contractors and renovations.
But not all DIY projects are created equal. Some can increase the value of your hom...