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 […]

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, […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

The last two years have certainly seen a whirlwind of activity in the housing market. A year ago, houses were flying off the shelves across the US, and a year later, we’re still seeing a busy market topped with record-high rental prices and creeping interest rates.  Then, we add in the Florida factor. Record numbers […]

Thank you so much for your interest in checking out the Elena VIP Homes blog! I can’t wait to start sharing my real estate tips and tricks as well as the latest trends in home decor and developments in our area. Please stay tuned! I am working on some amazing content and will have regular […]