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Posted on 06/29/2025
The Major Benefits & Drawbacks to VA Loans
If you're a veteran, a VA loan might seem like the perfect option for financing a home. However, there are some important differences between VA and conventional loans which could affect your decision. Here are some of the major pros and cons of VA loans to help you make the best financial choice: VA Loan Pros No Down...
Funding Fee
Homebuyer
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Posted on 06/22/2025
3 Reasons and Ways to Entertain in Your Backyard
Hosting a get-together or event is an often rewarding experience. You get to spend time with your loved ones, show off the nuances of your home and enjoy the atmosphere of having everyone around. But what if there was a way to enhance that atmosphere while minimizing cleanup? Here are a few ways entertaining outdoors can improve your...
Cleaning
Cleaning
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Posted on 06/15/2025
New homeowners: A guide to tax breaks & deductions
Buying a house is one of the largest purchases made within...
Deductible
Property Taxes
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Posted on 06/08/2025
Reflected ceiling plans: A starter guide
From top to bottom, our homes are filled with small...
Reflected Ceiling Plans
Building
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Posted on 06/01/2025
A Beginner's Guide to Household Budgeting
The financial aspects of buying a home don't end with the purchase. Home ownership comes with its own ongoing fees and future expenses you'll need to prepare for. The best way to do so is to establish a balanced household budget. Here are some tips for how to get started: Set Your Goals Once you have a clear...
Budget
Budget
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Posted on 06/17/2025
6929 Stetson Street Circle, Sarasota, FL 34243 is now new to the market!
GREAT PRICE IN MOTE RANCH located in Palm Aire a beautiful membership optional Golf/Tennis/Social country club community currently being renovated. This 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home has 1700 square feet, a two car garage With a very long driveway that can accommodate 6 cars with ease and located on an oversized 1/4 acre lot with room to add a pool. Updates include Fresh paint inside and outside, new suite of LG appliances, updated primary bathroom suite complete with a water closet, a garden tub, roll-in shower, two vanities and 2 walk-in closets, Updated ceiling fans, HVAC is only 4 years old, the tile roof is only 12 years old PLUS this...
Real Estate
Sarasota
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Posted on 06/10/2025
2605 Desoto Road, Sarasota, FL 34234 now has a new price of $1,548,000!
MAGNIFICENT COUNTRY ESTATE IN THE HEART OF TOWN...You will fall in love with this 5950 square foot RUTH RICHMOND Retro HOME built in DeSoto Acres on 2.18 Acres and only 3 miles to downtown Sarasota! Once you enter through the stately gated entrance you are greeted with engaging curb appeal and a beautiful brick courtyard. The 3,000 square foot main home was built with high ceilings, crown molding, terrazzo flooring and has THREE Ensuites, a huge living room & dining room, oversized kitchen with an abundance of cabinetry and a wonderful Florida room with vistas of the 32'x16' caged pool. There is a 3000+/- square foot addition connected...
Real Estate
Sarasota
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Posted on 06/10/2025
Another Property Sold - 7905 Drayton Circle, Bradenton, FL 34201
LIKE TO ENTERTAIN? This open floorplan will SPEAK TO YOU! Welcome home to this 4 bedroom/3 bathroom SOUTHPORT model built by Bruce Williams. You will love the open floorplan, huge lanai with summer kitchen, sparkling RESURFACED pool & spa with a new gas pool heater and LED lighting. Other features include Crown molding throughout, built in entertainment center with wall mount flat screen and stereo equipment, upgraded tile flooring in the common areas, LOTS of storage, side load garage with epoxy coating. This is it! Don't let it slip away-Call Today! Recent updates include NEW ROOF, new LEVEL 3 quartz counter-tops in Kitchen and Baths,...
Real Estate
Bradenton
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Posted on 06/10/2025
Another Property Sold - 3729 Glen Oaks Manor Drive, Sarasota, FL 34232
As the saying goes, location is everything! Welcome to the beautiful, oak tree lined community of Glen Oaks Manor in the heart of Sarasota, where modern comfort meets Florida charm. This highly desirable private, courtyard pool, end unit home overlooking main lake and gazebo is maintenance free and move in ready! Inside you'll discover a home that's been extensively updated. The kitchen boasts granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, including refrigerator, stove, dishwasher and microwave all newly installed in 2023. A new washer, dryer, utility sink in 2024 and a new primary bathroom vanity in 2023. New tile roof in 2024....
Real Estate
Sarasota
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Posted on 06/02/2025
Another Property Sold - 6005 Midnight Pass Road N11, Sarasota, FL 34242
SIESTA KEY INTERCOASTAL WATERFRONT, WATERVIEW...Welcome to Paradise in PROVINCIAL GARDENS, a small 26 unit enclave. You will love the MILLION DOLLAR VIEW from this quaint, Mid-Century Modern one bedroom, one bath first floor condo with Florida room addition overlooking the community park, NEW fishing pier with new sea wall and the Intercoastal channel. Deeded beach access and Olympic pool use DIRECTLY across Midnight Pass Road. You can rent your kayak storage for $300/year. Reasonable condo fee. DID NOT FLOOD in hurricanes. You have one dedicated parking space. The kitchen appliances are "newer" and this condo does have it's own...
Real Estate
Sarasota
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Posted on 06/02/2025
Another Property Sold - 6005 Midnight Pass Road N13, Sarasota, FL 34242
SIESTA KEY INTERCOASTAL WATERFRONT, WATERVIEW...Welcome to Paradise in PROVINCIAL GARDEN, a small enclave of only 26 units. You will love the MILLION DOLLAR VIEW from this quaint, Mid-Century Modern one bedroom, one bath condo with SCREENED Florida room overlooking the community park, its own washer & dryer. There is a NEW fishing pier with new seawall and vistas of the Intercoastal channel. Deeded beach access and large pool use DIRECTLY across Midnight Pass Road. Store your kayak for only $300/year. Reasonable condo fee. DID NOT FLOOD in hurricanes. The roof is 11 years old and is scheduled to be replaced next year and is fully...
Real Estate
Sarasota
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Posted on 05/28/2025
3914 Glen Oaks Manor Drive, Sarasota, FL 34232 is now new to the market!
GLEN OAKS MANOR...Your new villa-chalet where an impressive front courtyard greets you as you step inside. Welcome home to this BEAUTIFUL COURTYARD villa with an atrium letting all the Florida sunshine in. Glen Oaks Manor is a unique DOG FRIENDLY community built INSIDE IT'S OWN PARK with lakes, gazebos, walking trails, park benches and accented by canopy oak trees and flowering plants and trees throughout! This Villa is not a condo, it's in a Home Owner's Association where you own your land! Just a convenient 3 mile drive to UTC or downtown Sarasota and 2 more miles to St. Armand's & Lido Beach! Check out this 2 bedroom (split plan), 2...
Real Estate
Sarasota
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