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When buying a home, there’s a checklist of considerations longer than your grocery receipt. You’ve got school districts, neighborhoods, commute times, gyms, and nearby coffee shops all battling for top spots. But one thing that often sneaks under the radar? Whether or not your future dream home is part of a Homeowners Association (HOA) or […]

Should You Move Into an HOA Tampa Bay Community? The Pros and Cons of Homeowners Associations

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With its endless sunny days and a lifestyle that embraces the great outdoors, Tampa Bay seems tailor-made for pool homes. The vision of weekend pool parties, serene evening swims, or simply lounging by the water on a hot day is undeniably appealing.  But beyond the allure, is investing in a pool home in Tampa Bay […]

Are Pool Homes in Tampa Bay Worth the Investment?

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Life since 2020 has been a roller coaster for many reasons, and the real estate market has been no exception. If you’ve bought or sold a house over the last few years, you know that timing has been critical to getting the best deal or making the most profit possible.  If you’re considering moving in […]

Tampa Bay 2024 Real Estate Trends: A Comprehensive Overview

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Picture this- You’re lounging on a sunny patio, the Gulf of Mexico a quick drive away to catch the sunset, and you’re in your dream home in Tampa, Florida. Sounds like a vacation dream, doesn’t it? Well, it could be your daily reality if you decide to buy a home in Tampa by year-end. Or, […]

The Financial Advantages of Buying Before Year-End in Tampa, Florida: Your Path to a New Home Before the New Year

You’re lounging on the beach, soaking up the sun and sand between your toes. You have a cooler full of ice-cold drinks and your favorite music in your AirPods. Maybe it’s the first time you’ve truly felt relaxed in months. But in the back of your mind, you hear it: the ticking clock letting you […]

7 of the Best Reasons You Should Move to Tampa Bay

If you’re in the market to buy a house, you’ve likely heard that the housing market is in an interesting spot. While demand continues to be high, the inventory is low in the Tampa Bay market and many other hot markets around the country. The good news for buyers is that in fast-growing areas like […]

Should I Buy New Construction or Resale? 

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Is your space getting crowded? Are your children outgrowing their rooms? Maybe your house just feels a little too tight, and it’s causing unnecessary stress. You may start wondering if it’s time to upsize your home. The answer: maybe!  When I work with my VIP clients, I help them review their family, lifestyle, and work […]

How You Know It’s Time to Upsize Your Brandon, Florida Home

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When looking for the ideal home for my clients with families, location ranks as a high consideration, along with good neighborhoods and schools. A good location might mean being close to major travel routes, shopping, or other conveniences. With so many neighborhood options around Brandon, one of the conveniences many families enjoy who decide to […]

The 7 Best Places around Brandon, FL to Spend a Family Day Out 

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When I’m curating a list of homes for my VIP clients, one conversation that comes up is finding a neighborhood that will be the best fit for their family. With record growth in the Tampa Bay housing market, more and more developments are popping up to meet this demand. With so many neighborhoods, it can […]

The 5 Best Established Neighborhoods Around Brandon, Florida for Families

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I am all in with my clients when they are buying or selling a home in Brandon, Florida, and that’s what I mean when I talk about a VIP experience. I’ve been on my client’s side of the transaction, and while a real estate purchase or sale is a big deal, I’m determined it shouldn’t […]

5 Questions to Ask to Find the Best Real Estate Agent in Brandon, Florida

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