Downpayment for a Home: An Overview A downpayment is a part of the home purchase price. The downpayment is paid at closing and not financed with the mortgage. The size of the downpayment required for a home purchase can vary depending on several factors. We will break down a few of these, including the type […]

The Old Northeast neighborhood in St. Pete, Florida, is a historic and charming area beloved by residents and visitors alike. This neighborhood is known for its tree-lined streets, beautiful homes, and friendly community. Location and Demographics The Old Northeast neighborhood boards downtown St. Pete on the south side, and it borders Coffee Pot Bayou to […]

FHA loans, also known as Federal Housing Administration loans, are a type of mortgage loan that the government insures. Designed to help people with low to moderate incomes purchase a home and are particularly popular among first-time home buyers. How FHA Loans Work FHA loans are insured by the Federal Housing Administration (FHA), which is […]

It happened to me too! I moved to St Petersburg in 2015, and all of a sudden, everyone wanted to come to visit for the holidays! Here is how I survived hosting holiday guests because there is nothing worse than that awkward feeling… …check out 5 ways to make your holiday guests feel at home! […]

Real estate has long been considered a solid investment for many reasons. It is a relatively safe and easy way for people to build wealth, beginning with a small amount of money. Interested in investing in real estate? I’d be happy to help you get started! Here are 7 Reasons to Invest in Real Estate. […]

Your home mortgage is an important investment in your future, and a mortgage refinance can be a smart move to help you manage your assets when used under the right circumstances. Here are some things to consider about refinancing your mortgage.   Simply put, when you refinance your mortgage, you are taking out a new […]

I love renovating homes, and real estate so let’s break down some of the most common questions I get from homeowners wanting to update their personal homes! Here are a few FAQs to consider when renovating your home! How do I pick a contractor? Ideally, you want to build the same kind of relationship with […]

If you are on social media or watch the news, you have heard the real estate market is going to crash. So why isn’t 2022 like 2008? Here are just a few of the ways this year, and this recession is nothing like the last. Let me address the elephant in the room before we […]

Unpopular Opinion Alert! Is it really a supply issue causing the real estate market to be as hot as it is? I don’t believe that is the main factor like it was two years ago. Yes, supply is lower than it should be, and yes, there are a lot of people moving to Florida. But […]

It is that time of year again! If you bought a house in 2021, congratulating!! But it’s time to file your homestead exemption if you have not done so already. What is a homestead exemption? Every person who has legal or equitable title to real property in the state of Florida and who resides thereon and […]