Bill and Aby Brooks, REALTORS®'s Blog

Posted on 07/24/2022

Floods are among the most common natural disasters homeowners contend with. Since flooding can be caused by many things--hurricanes, heavy rain, thawing snow and more--your home may be at risk no matter where you live. Luckily, there are plenty of simple measures you can take to prepare for a possible flood and stay safe during one. Here are...

Emergency Preparedness

Flood Safety

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Posted on 07/17/2022

Conserve water with these gardening ideas

If you’re trying to find eco-friendly gardening ideas, the best place to start is with water conservation. Recycling and reducing your water use in the garden is simpler than you might think, too. Here are some ideas for DIY garden projects to help you save water: Go with ground covers Grass lawns are a major source of water...

Drought Tolerant

Eco Friendly Gardening

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Posted on 07/10/2022

3 Reasons to refinance your home

At some point, numerous homeowners ask themselves, “Should I refinance my mortgage?” And while some offers of lower interest rates and saving money may seem like refinancing is your best option, consider your unique financial situation before deciding. You may be asking yourself, “where do I start in the process?” Here are three quick checklist items to help...

Posted on 06/26/2022

Decorate Your Walls With These DIY Art Ideas

Wall art helps to fill the space on any wall regardless of its size or shape. While it's easy to head to a big box store that sells home decor and other household items in order to find wall art to hang, it's far more interesting to create your wall art yourself. These are DIY wall art ideas...

Posted on 06/19/2022

How to Add Cottagecore Style to Your Home

If you’re a fan of the cottagecore home-style trend and want to try it yourself, there are many ways you can begin. While it might seem complicated, there are some simple decor changes you can make to your space to bring out the cottagecore aesthetic. Here are some ideas for how to use cottagecore style in your own...

Posted on 06/12/2022

Building a media room: Basement ideas

If you’re considering ways to make the most of unused space, consider a media room basement. Ideas like basement media rooms are perfect for those with finished and unfinished basements alike. Whether you want to create a private movie theater complete with surround sound system, or a comfy space to game with perfect lighting, a media room makes...

Basement

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Posted on 07/14/2022

Another Property Sold - 4711 Oak Hill Court 53, Sarasota, FL 34232

Hidden Gem Located in the heart of Sarasota, so convenient to world famous Lido and Siesta Beaches. Rarely available spacious two bedroom, two bathroom floorplan with 2 car garage. Pride of ownership and thoughtful use of space is evident throughout. Eat-in space in kitchen with a passthrough to the dining area. Space-saving Pocket doors located at kitchen, walk-in closets and baths. Perfect for entertaining, sliding doors lead to the expansive covered and tiled lanai, vinyl coverings for added comfort and privacy. The master bedroom also opens onto the lanai and includes a walk-in closet, an ensuite bath with solid surface dual sinks and...

Posted on 07/13/2022

Another Property Sold - 8740 E Moonrise Lane 8740, Floral City, FL 34436

Back on the market due to Buyer's financing, not an issue with the condo. Their loss is your gain! Enjoy the sweet serenity of Floral City. This fully remodeled 1 bedroom 1 bathroom condo can easily be converted to two bedrooms. It's just minutes from Rails to Trails, lakes, and boat ramps. The 5 acre development is surrounded by large oak trees for a peaceful community. The condo boasts new floors throughout, fresh paint, updated kitchen, stainless steel appliances, updated bathroom, brand new water heater, new fixtures, and more! Perfect for a small family or as a vacation home. Call today for a private...

Posted on 07/09/2022

Another Property Sold - 9725 58Th Street E, Parrish, FL 34219

BEAUTIFUL AND SPACIOUS Dockside Grand floor plan boasting 3,323 square feet, 4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, a den/office plus an IMMENSE nearly 900sqft bonus room with endless possibilities. This perfectly situated, premium fenced lot provides privacy and tranquil views of the conservation area behind and NO backyard neighbors. Inside, rich colored engineered hardwood floors span the length of the main, open concept living space. The bright and airy kitchen features 42" white cabinets, subway tile backsplash, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, an oversized island, and a double-door walk-in pantry. Two gorgeous barn doors flank the...

Posted on 06/11/2022

Another Property Sold - 6210 75Th Avenue E, Palmetto, FL 34221

Classic Style and sophistication. Need I say more! This Maronda Home was built to maximize space and energy efficiency. Situated in Sheffield Glen, picture yourself dipping in your toes or soaking in the backyard pool built by local pool builder, Anchor Pools known for their easy maintenance pool designs. Inside the home, the hub of activity centers in and around one of the largest kitchens you’ll see. Perfect for entertaining family and friends. While this home does have an open floor plan, there is a den that will afford you the ability to disconnect and recharge. So many possibilities in this 4 bedroom, 3 bath home. All tucked...

Posted on 06/09/2022

4711 Oak Hill Court 53, Sarasota, FL 34232 is now new to the market!

Hidden Gem Located in the heart of Sarasota, so convenient to world famous Lido and Siesta Beaches. Rarely available spacious two bedroom, two bathroom floorplan with 2 car garage. Pride of ownership and thoughtful use of space is evident throughout. Eat-in space in kitchen with a passthrough to the dining area. Space-saving Pocket doors located at kitchen, walk-in closets and baths. Perfect for entertaining, sliding doors lead to the expansive covered and tiled lanai, vinyl coverings for added comfort and privacy. The master bedroom also opens onto the lanai and includes a walk-in closet, an ensuite bath with solid surface dual sinks and...

Posted on 06/09/2022

4711 Oak Hill Court 53, Sarasota, FL 34232 is now new to the market!

Hidden Gem Located in the heart of Sarasota, so convenient to world famous Lido and Siesta Beaches. Rarely available spacious two bedroom, two bathroom floorplan with 2 car garage. Pride of ownership and thoughtful use of space is evident throughout. Eat-in space in kitchen with a passthrough to the dining area. Space-saving Pocket doors located at kitchen, walk-in closets and baths. Perfect for entertaining, sliding doors lead to the expansive covered and tiled lanai, vinyl coverings for added comfort and privacy. The master bedroom also opens onto the lanai and includes a walk-in closet, an ensuite bath with solid surface dual sinks and...