Bill and Aby Brooks, REALTORS®'s Blog

Posted on 11/24/2019

How To Choose The Right Location To Buy A Home

When it’s time to buy a new home, you’ll hear a lot about the importance of location. How can you choose a place? Whether you’re moving around the corner or across the country, there are a few essential things that you should know in order to select the best place for you to live. Read on for some questions...

Buying A Home

Property Search

Posted on 11/17/2019

Key Reasons to Reject an Offer to Purchase

Let's face it – reviewing an offer to purchase can be difficult. And if a home seller feels unsure about a homebuying proposal, this individual may want to consider rejecting the offer to purchase. Ultimately, there are many reasons why a home seller may decline an offer to purchase, and these include: 1. An offer to purchase fails to...

Offer To Purchase

Selling Your Home

Posted on 11/10/2019

Advice for Homebuyers: Purchase a House for the Right Price

If you want to buy your dream house in the near future, you likely will need to put together a competitive offer to purchase. That way, you can boost the likelihood of receiving an immediate "Yes" from a property seller after you submit your homebuying proposal. Ultimately, it helps to know what differentiates a competitive homebuying proposal from a...

Buyer Tips

Buying A Home

Posted on 11/03/2019

Tips and Tricks To Clean Out Any Bad House Smell

Have you ever walked into a room and wondered, "What is that smell?” Perhaps it's the kitchen trash, or maybe a clogged drain or the moldy-smelling washing machine. No matter what might be giving off that foul odor, there are tricks that you can use to bring a halt to it. Here are simple tricks to seek and...

Posted on 11/24/2019

14155 MJ Road, Myakka City, FL 34251 is now new to the market!

Build your dreams on this 5 Acre Pristine parcel. The work has already been done for you! Already cleared and covered with lush grass to graze your horses, existing 24 x 24 pole barn for your horses and/or equipment and completely fenced. This 5+ Acre Parcel Has So Much to Offer the Buyer Looking for Space & Tranquility and loads of parking - RV, toys, cars and more. Easy Commute to Sarasota, Bradenton, St. Pete and Tampa International airport, Lakewood Ranch, Siesta Key, Lido Beach, and Anna Maria Island. Close to Myakka State Park: Hiking and nature trails and Horseback riding trails. * Bring Your Horses *Adjoining 5 acres with home is...

Posted on 11/24/2019

34305 142ND Avenue E, Myakka City, FL 34251 is now new to the market!

Room to roam! Welcome to this custom block home built by Fultz. This bright country home sitting on 5 pristine acres boasts a stocked pond, a 40x28 horse barn (has 3 stalls and feed/tack room with flexible plan to allow for reconfiguration and useable loft space) plus a 72x24 Pole Barn, fenced and cross-fenced, and plenty of space for equipment parking. Ready for your horses and livestock TODAY! This split floorplan home features 3 beds 2 baths, custom ceramic tile flooring throughout plus an attached oversized airconditioned 28x23 garage. Enjoy sunsets on the beautiful open front porch, and sunrises on the spacious screened back lanai...

Posted on 11/22/2019

Another Property Sold - 3271 Ramblewood Place #25D2, Sarasota, FL 34237

Price Improvement!! Nicely finished Townhome in Gated Community! Redone interior of this beautiful 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath townhome is move in ready! New A/C 2019. Community offers great lifestyle with affordable pricing! It is conveniently located in the heart of Sarasota and a short drive to down town Sarasota and I-75. The community features 3 pools, clubhouse, fitness center and tennis courts. This unit has wood laminate and tile flooring. Updated stone counters and wood kitchen cabinets. The minor trim updates really sets this unit apart. This is a great opportunity for affordable living in a gated community...all in the center of...

Posted on 11/16/2019

Another Property Sold - 1950 NW Myrtle Avenue, Arcadia, FL 34266

***Motivated Seller***Surrounded by mature oak trees, this 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom home offers you just what you are looking for and more! Nestled on almost 5 acres, your animals will have plenty of room to roam! This captivating home enjoys a split floor plan and provides you with plenty of entertaining space. The master suite affords you with a soaking tub and a walk-in closet! This impeccable abode will not disappoint! New floor covering recently installed. Call today to schedule your private...

Posted on 11/15/2019

4826 San Palermo Drive, Bradenton, FL 34208 now has a new price of $244,900!

One or more photo(s) has been virtually staged. Lakefront view and move in ready! This 3 bed 2 bath home has a clever and flexible floorplan that optimizes living space. The open concept designer kitchen is situated between the living and dining rooms. The living room overlooks a covered patio with a lake view perfect for relaxing and outdoor entertaining. The well-appointed kitchen comes with matching GE appliances. Upgrades include granite kitchen counters with a deep well chef’s sink plus custom pendant and under cabinet lighting. The master suite overlooking the lake is appointed with a spacious walk-in closet, and an en suite...

Posted on 11/14/2019

Barnes Parkway, Nokomis, FL 34275 is now new to the market!

One of three boat lots offered for sale! The seller has 2 additional lots available and there are 4 more lots on the same street also for sale! Combine lots and own something truly unique. This Parcel is listed as a boat lot, the approximate dimensions are 10'x20'. This is a parcel of land for sale with water frontage. Minutes from the beach, downtown Venice, shopping, restaurants and the Legacy...

Posted on 11/14/2019

Barnes Parkway, Nokomis, FL 34275 is now new to the market!

One of three boat lots offered for sale! The seller has 2 additional lots available and there are 4 more lots on the same street also for sale! Combine lots and own something truly unique. This Parcel is listed as a boat lot, the approximate dimensions are 10'x20'. This is a parcel of land for sale with water frontage. Minutes from the beach, downtown Venice, shopping, restaurants and the Legacy...

Posted on 11/14/2019

Barnes Parkway, Nokomis, FL 34275 is now new to the market!

One of three boat lots offered for sale! The seller has 2 additional lots available and there are 4 more lots on the same street also for sale! Combine lots and own something truly unique. This Parcel is listed as a boat lot, the approximate dimensions are 10'x20'. This is a parcel of land for sale with water frontage. Minutes from the beach, downtown Venice, shopping, restaurants and the Legacy...