Cassie Studstill's Blog

Posted on 09/23/2020

Compare the Advantages of Home Ownership vs Renting

Photo by Mohamed Hassan via Pixabay For years home ownership has been the American dream, but, according to the Pew Research Center, a higher percentage of us are renters than at any other time in the last 50 years. Is that a bad thing? Not necessarily. For many people renting may be the right choice. Every individual and...

Buying A Home

Homeownership

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Posted on 09/22/2020

Port St. Joe, FL Real Estate Market Update

Click here to view Port St. Joe, FL blog post which has information on the constantly changing market...

Posted on 09/16/2020

Ideas for Crafting with Upcycled Materials

Image by tatu234 from Pixabay Upcycling is a great way to use old or discarded objects to create new and useful items. The following are several basic things you probably have at home or in the garage. With a little creativity, they can be turned into beautiful crafts. Coffee Bean Holder Find a small bowl, glass vase or...

Decorating

Home Decorating Ideas

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Posted on 09/11/2020

Mexico Beach, FL Real Estate Market Update

Click here to view Mexico Beach, FL blog post which has information on the constantly changing market...

Posted on 09/10/2020

Key Questions to Ask During an Open House

If you plan to attend an open house, it usually pays to be prepared. That way, you'll know exactly which questions to ask during an open house and can ensure that you can gain the insights that you need to determine whether a residence is right for you. Now, let's take a look at three key questions to ask...

Open House

Buying A Home

Posted on 09/09/2020

What’s the Best Home Improvement for ROI

Photo by Sue Smith via Shutterstock Choosing what to upgrade or fix in, on or around your home can be a complicated process. Changes fall into two categories – things that increase or decrease value (or sale price) and things that increase or decrease salability (or how willing people are to pay full price for it). Before you...

Seller Tips

Property Value

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Posted on 09/02/2020

Buying Your First Home: Keys to Remember

Photo by Roman Samborskyi via Shutterstock Buying your first home is exciting! And scary! But you don’t have to fear the process if you take the time to become fully prepared for homeownership. Below are the seven primary keys to preparing yourself and smoothing the process. How to Know You’re Ready Determine how much you can afford. The...

First Time Buyer

Preapproval

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Posted on 08/26/2020

Pitfalls to Watch out for When Buying a Foreclosed Home

Photo by Alex D'Alessio on Unsplash Purchasing a foreclosure property is a great opportunity to own a home at an extremely affordable price. While many people successfully buy foreclosed homes and are happy with their decision, before making this large financial commitment, it’s a good idea to understand what you might be walking into—before you buy. Homeowner Left...

Foreclosure

Buying A Foreclosure

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Posted on 08/19/2020

Multigenerational Properties Are Seeing an Increased Demand

Image by giselaatje from Pixabay Multigenerational properties have seen a demand spike recently, giving sellers a reason to sit up and take notice. As family dynamics shift and the economy rises and falls, property owners need to pay attention to who's buying what. We'll look at what constitutes a multigenerational property and which ones are seeing the most...

Property

Selling Your Home

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Posted on 08/12/2020

Real Estate Trends for 2020

Image by Gerd Altmann from Pixabay With the new decade comes new trends in real estate. Strong economic growth and more millennials making moves will likely keep the market strong. However, it pays to take note of all trends affecting buyers, sellers, investors, and renters. Here are a few real estate trends and predictions for 2020. Most Buyers...

Housing Market

Home Trends

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Posted on 08/06/2020

Indoor Water Features

Water features aren’t just limited to the outdoors, anymore. You can bring the calming serenity of a soft stream into your home to give a more relaxing atmosphere. They can also be used as room dividers, conversation pieces, or as a simple decoration. Wall Fountains One of the most common ideas for indoor water features is the wall...

Indoor Decor

Water Features

Posted on 08/06/2020

Tips For Finding a Beachfront Home in Florida

While there are a lot of variables to consider when searching for a Florida beach house, it's reassuring to know that the experience of living on the beach will most likely meet or exceed your expectations! More often than not, beach living IS everything it's cracked up to be! It's generally a goal that's well worth pursuing. Naturally,...

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