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When It Comes to Home Staging, Start Small

access_timeApril 15, 2017personDennis G. Kotaska

The secret to selling your home for more money in less time is all in how you present it. Your home should look so beautiful—both online and in person—that home buyers can’t help but fall in love at first sight. The best way to create that wonderful first impression? Start small and focus on the […]

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3 Home Buying Mistakes That are Far Too Easy to Make

access_timeApril 2, 2017personDennis G. Kotaska

This time of year is ideal for looking for homes. Since springtime is a popular home selling season, you have plenty of choices when it comes to finding listings in your preferred location, in your ideal price range, and with your favorite features. With all of these options, it’s going to be a breeze buying […]

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Say “Hello” to Warmer Weather: Spring Home Décor Tips for 2017

access_timeMarch 16, 2017personDennis G. Kotaska

Nothing says spring quite like a bouquet of fresh flowers sitting on the coffee table and the sun streaming through the windows. Homeowners love any excuse to freshen up their home décor and welcome the new season, and if Pinterest is any indication, people love to bring the latest trends into their living spaces. Stay […]

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7 Signs You’re Ready to Buy a Place of Your Own

access_timeMarch 2, 2017personDennis G. Kotaska

Living in an apartment or rental home does have its perks: You can test out different neighborhoods and locations, you have the flexibility to move, and you have access to great amenities like a gym or pool. But there’s a reason that owning a home, rather than renting one, is a highly desired achievement. Maybe […]

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7 Crucial Questions to Ask Before Choosing a Seller’s Agent

access_timeFebruary 15, 2017personDennis G. Kotaska

Your home is likely the largest financial investment you have, so it makes sense to carefully choose the right agent to represent you when you sell it. The best real estate agent will walk you through the whole process, showcase your home in the best light, give you feedback from showings and open houses, and […]

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9 Moments All Home Buyers Experience

access_timeFebruary 2, 2017personDennis G. Kotaska

You’re armed with your pre-approval letter, your wants and needs list, and your knowledge of the real estate market. Now comes the fun part: searching for homes! Like any part of buying a home, the home search has its ups and downs. But once you’re living in your new home, spending weekends shopping for furniture […]

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The Best Spot on Siesta Key is Now Available!

access_timeJanuary 19, 2017personDennis G. Kotaska

Siesta Key is a beautiful little island off the coast of Sarasota that’s home to breathtaking beachfront properties, white sandy beaches, sparkling Gulf waters, and a nostalgic village center. The houses on this island are nothing short of spectacular, but now the home with the very best location — 113 Big Pass Lane in Siesta Key, a gulf […]

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Beat the Winter Blues with Colorful Home Décor

access_timeJanuary 15, 2017personDennis G. Kotaska

The winter holidays and New Year’s have come and gone, and so have all the decorations. With no twinkling lights or festive ornaments brightening up its main living areas, your home can start to look a little bare. Not to worry! Here are a few winter home decorating ideas that can cheer you up and […]

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The Top Real Estate Resolutions (And How to Keep Them)

access_timeJanuary 1, 2017personDennis G. Kotaska

Want to visit the gym more? Finally complete the home improvement project you’ve been working on? Save money for that new watch/car/house/vacation? January 1 is the perfect time to jumpstart your goals. If you’re like most people, according to Money Magazine, you probably have “stay fit,” “spend less,” or “enjoy the most out of life” […]

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Selling Your Home in 2017? Here are the Latest Market Predictions

access_timeDecember 16, 2016personDennis G. Kotaska

It’s that time of year: Many homeowners are looking to the New Year and planning their 2017 real estate resolutions (sell the house, move to the suburbs, buy that dream vacation home, etc.). If you’re planning your own New Year’s real estate resolutions, you might be researching 2017 housing market predictions to figure out when […]

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