by Terry | Nov 1, 2017 | Home Renovation and DIY, SWLF Real Estate
When you think of autumn-time, you might think that Southwest Florida doesn’t experience a change of seasons. But we do! It might come as a surprise to find out that locals are thrilled when the summer weather breaks a bit and the holiday season starts to come...
by Terry | Oct 28, 2017 | SWFL Fun, SWLF Real Estate
Not long ago, we saw how SWFL is an outdoor lover’s dream come true. It doesn’t matter if you’re into fishing, boating, hiking, or camping, the area is filled with opportunities to take advantage of. And, even though many of our natural wonders get...
by Terry | Oct 24, 2017 | Snowbirds, SWLF Real Estate
Whether you’re from New York or Boston, Wisconsin or Illinois, you have to admit that Florida’s weather is pretty welcoming. Even during the middle of winter, you can find locals in shorts and t-shirts. Every year, more snowbirds decide to call our area...
by Terry | Oct 7, 2017 | Hurricanes, SWLF Real Estate
This month, probably one of the biggest questions I’ve been getting from people all over the country is on the effects of Irma. Whether they’re curious about the real estate market or they want to know if living here has changed, one factor stays the same: After an...
by Terry | Oct 4, 2017 | Home Ownership, Hurricanes
With recent storms like Hurricane Irma, more and more of my clients are asking about how they can be better prepared. And one of the big topics they have questions about is flood insurance. After all, in Southwest Florida, we have some amazing perks, like...
by Terry | Sep 9, 2017 | buying a home, Home Ownership
While owning a home, in Southwest Florida or anywhere, comes with its perks, there are also factors that require our attention. This can be anything from cleaning the gutters to touching up the paint. And for many areas of the country, keeping your home insect-free is...
by Terry | Sep 6, 2017 | Home Ownership
Recently, we dispelled four home buying myths that are fairly common. From timing the market to “bigger is always better,” these fictions can be mostly harmless, but occasionally, they can really get you into trouble. And when you’re making one of the biggest...
by Terry | Sep 6, 2017 | Home Ownership, Home Renovation and DIY
Not long ago, we looked at some affordable upgrades you can do as a homeowner. And from Southwest Florida to San Diego, more and more people are interested in these sorts of projects right now. It doesn’t matter if you’re thinking about buying your first home or you...
by Terry | Sep 4, 2017 | Buying or Selling a Home, SWLF Real Estate
For just about every profession, it seems that there are a set of myths that simply refuse to go away. You probably know exactly what I’m talking about when you think of your own industry. In addition, as a Realtor with decades of experience, I’ve discovered...
by Terry | Sep 2, 2017 | Home Ownership, Home Renovation and DIY
From Southwest Florida to San Diego, homeowners are looking toward upgrades. Maybe you’re buying your first home and want to try a few smaller DIY projects yourself. Or maybe you’re in the market to sell, and you’d like to do some touchups before you list. In either...