Bill and Aby Brooks, REALTORS®'s Blog

Posted on 05/17/2020

Luxury townhomes vs. Single Family Homes -- Key Differences for Homeowners

Photo by Ricarda Molck via Pixabay More and more communities are creating spaces for both individual homes and multifamily townhomes. Both styles offer lots of space, comfortable living and access to a neighborhood's amenities -- but there are some key differences that might make one style more suitable for you than another. Learning more about the differences between...

Properties

Townhouse

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Posted on 05/10/2020

Should You Use a House Buying Checklist?

Regardless of when or where you search for a house, a home buying checklist is essential. With this checklist in hand, you can quickly and effortlessly discover a residence that suits you perfectly. Now, let's take a look at three factors to incorporate into your home buying checklist. 1. Your Home Buying Timeline Account for how much time is...

Buying A Home

Buyer Tips

Posted on 05/03/2020

Home Descriptions That Stand Out to Buyers

Photo by S. Hermann & F. Richter via Pixabay Your real estate agent will ready your description for listing. But only you know your home the way its next owner will come to know it. Here's how to give your realtor that knowledge. Meet Your Buyer Through Your Home , Description: Many descriptions have similar text, and could...

Selling Your Home

Home Listing

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Posted on 04/26/2020

Get Your Florida Luxury House Buyer-Ready

If you want to list your luxury home in Fort Lauderdale, Tampa Bay or elsewhere in Florida, it generally is a good idea to get your residence buyer-ready. That way, you can increase the likelihood of enjoying a successful Sunshine State luxury house selling experience. Now, let's take a look at three tips to help you quickly get your...

Florida

Luxury Home

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Posted on 04/19/2020

How to Bolster Your Resume During Your Stay-at-Home Time

Photo by Emma Matthews Digital Content Production on Unsplash The COVID-19 crisis has officially settled its way into much of the world. If you're like many of us, you're spending time at home in self-isolation, looking for ways to entertain yourself until the doors get lifted and life resumes back to normal. We understand how stressful this and...

Education

Learning

Posted on 04/12/2020

Location over Size when Searching for a Home?

Image by Mohamed Hassan from Pixabay When it comes to selecting a home, every situation is a little different. Do you purchase a house because of its size or is the location more important? Both factors play a crucial role in determining your choice, but the unique details in your life can help you decide which is more...

Buying A Home

Questions To Ask Before Buying A Home

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Posted on 04/05/2020

Selling: Previous Flooding

Photo by F. Muhammad via Pixabay Each year, flooding causes more than eight billion dollars in damages to homes in the United States. Despite that, many affected homeowners go on to sell their houses so that they can relocate. When your home has damage from a tropical storm, heavy rains, or rising water from a hurricane, here are...

Storm

Flooding

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Posted on 03/29/2020

Finding Capital in Your First Investment Property

Photo by Jonathan Rolande via Pixabay Dipping your toes in the real estate investing waters can feel intimidating--especially when it comes to making a large up-front investment. Although there are ways to get started in real estate with lower up-front costs (low- or no-down payment VA and FHA loans, for instance), it's smart to have some savings to...

Property

Investment

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Posted on 03/22/2020

Luxurious Outdoor Living Ideas

Photo by Randy Fath on Unsplash Outdoor living areas give you opportunities to spend more time outside during the year. Instead of a traditional patio or deck, consider adding an elaborate outdoor living room, kitchen and dining area. These are a just a few ideas to think about including in your high-end outdoor living area, so you’ll have...

Luxury

Outdoor Design

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Posted on 03/15/2020

Before you Flip: Building a Team You Trust

Photo by TruthSeeker08 via Pixabay Want to flip a property? You need a team of rock stars on your side. This isn't a one-man show; in general, real estate investors only prosper when they've made connections with real estate agents, lenders, contractors, and other investors at the top of their game, and it's even more crucial when you're...

Contractor

Flipping

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Posted on 05/03/2020

33950 State Road 70 E, Myakka City, FL 34251 now has a new price of $925,000!

Stunning 30+/- Acre estate. The private, paved driveway stretches over 1600 feet from the main road leading you back to the home and outbuilding situated on pristine Florida land. Enjoy fishing in the lake and sightings of deer and turkey. This spectacular pool home has an expansive two story screened porch, with additional outdoor entertaining area. The bonus room off the garage has an attached full bathroom and used as a guest suite, multi-generational suite or in-law suite as bedroom 6. Custom kitchen includes granite counter tops, bar seating, solid wood easy-close cabinets, stainless appliances and custom pantry under the stairwell....

Real Estate

Myakka City

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Posted on 03/15/2020

Another Property Sold - 15170 Rawls Road, Sarasota, FL 34240

Spectacular 10 Acre Equestrian Estate in Sarasota with No HOA or Deed restrictions! This magnificent property features a custom block home remodeled in 2018, New roof 2017, situated on 10 manicured acres ready for your horses TODAY! Renovations encompass the kitchen, living room and both baths including flooring, new custom cabinets, Quartz counter tops, ceiling fans, electronic door locks, NEST thermostat, light fixtures, central vacuum, exterior paint on home and 2 barns, landscaping and exterior lighting. The 3 bed, 2 bath home features a split floor plan for maximum privacy, custom ceramic tile flooring and laminate plus an oversized...

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