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Posted on 07/19/2020

Severe Weather Damage & Homeowners Insurance

Photo by Peter from Pexels When everyday people take out a homeowners' insurance policy, there is an expectation that you enjoy secure coverage in the event of a loss. That sigh of relief many people experience when signing off on a policy may be an illusion, to some extent. That’s because not every severe weather event is covered...

Weather

Homeowners Insurance

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Posted on 07/12/2020

Should I Invest in the Market?

Photo by Edar via Pixabay You’ve been considering an investment in real estate but are you really ready? Putting your money into something you haven’t done your homework on could be detrimental. You may even have all the tools, but are still straddling the fence. How will you know it’s time? Here are a few signs that indicate...

Real Estate

Investing

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Posted on 07/07/2020

Home Builders: Features to Consider

Image by Viktoriya from Shutterstock If you have the opportunity to design and build your own home, you have the freedom to compile the features you desire and join them together into the perfect house. As you work together with a builder or architect, you may find that some details need to be cut from your plan to...

Home Building

Home Planning

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Posted on 06/28/2020

Is a Smart House Device Right for You?

A smart home device may prove to be a time (and money) saver. However, not all smart house devices are ideal for all homeowners. If you select a smart home gadget that fails to accommodate your day-to-day needs, you risk wasting time and resources on a device that delivers little to no return on investment. Ultimately, it helps to...

Smart Home Technology

Smart Home

Posted on 06/21/2020

Renting Vs. Buying in Jacksonville, Florida

Photo by Paul Brennan via Pixabay Thinking of making the move to Jacksonville, Florida? It's not a bad idea when you consider Atlantic Beach and the Riverside Arts Market. Jacksonville boasts its own zoo and wildlife refuge, too, along with miles of beaches. There's ton for the family to see and do here, and it's all just a...

Buying A Home

Florida Homes

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Posted on 06/14/2020

Tips for the Homebuyer During a Housing Shortage

Image by Sandro Porto from Pixabay On the basic level of supply and demand, a housing shortage leads to higher home prices. But let's look beyond the obvious at a few other considerations a homeowner might want to make in response to a housing shortage, as well as a few tips for the prospective homebuyer. More Housing, Same...

Housing

Buyer Tips

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Posted on 06/07/2020

Have You Fallen in Love With a Foreclosed Property? Here's What You Need to Know

Photo by Paul Brennan via Pixabay If you're like many prospective homeowners who've been looking at listings lately in preparation for moving forward with purchasing property, you've noticed listings for foreclosures. Some people in your position are attracted by the idea of saving money on foreclosures, while others may simply have fallen in love with a home that...

Buying A Foreclosure

Foreclosure

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Posted on 05/31/2020

Getting Started: How to Overcome the Hassle of Rental Properties

Photo by OpenClipart-Vectors via Pixabay It’s only a hassle if you’re not in control. There are a lot of ways to do investment property wrong, but here are the ways to do it right so that it’s an asset, not a nuisance. Be picky about the property. While you don’t need to purchase anything high-end, always choose something...

Rental Property

Investment

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Posted on 05/24/2020

Picking the Right Financing for Your Home

Photo by Vlada Karpovich from Pexels While your credit score will play a role what your mortgage interest rate will be, there are also various types of loans that can increase or lower your monthly mortgage payment. In general, there are two specific loan types, adjustable rate loans, known as an ARM and fixed rate. However, within these...

Financing

Home Loan

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Posted on 07/25/2020

Lot 17 E Nursery Road, Santa Rosa Beach, FL 32459 is now new to the market!

Real Estate

Santa Rosa Beach

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Posted on 07/02/2020

Another Property Sold - 3247 Chapelwood Drive, Crestview, FL 32539

This is a ''SHORT SALE''needs some work. This home has 4 bedrooms and 3 1/2 baths. First floor Master bedroom, open concept living/kitchen, separate formal dining...

Real Estate

Crestview

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Posted on 06/03/2020

Lot 8 Bay Circle Drive, Santa Rosa Beach, FL 32459 now has a new price of $179,900!

Deep water canal partly cleared lot with bay and gulf access! Build your dream home on this lot in Santa Rosa Beach. Great location with 2 public boat ramps a block away, close to the beaches of 30A as well as Sandestin and Destin for shopping, restaurants and entertainment. Drone photos will be added...

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