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What Snowbirds Should Do Before Heading Back North

As many seasonal residents prepare to head north for the summer, it’s important to take a few simple steps to protect your Florida home while you’re away. Whether you’ll be gone for a few months or longer, a little preparation can help prevent issues and give you peace of mind.

 

Below is a practical checklist to help you close up your home with confidence.

 

 Start with the basics

Before leaving, take care of the obvious but important items:

  • Remove perishable food from the refrigerator and pantry

  • Take out all trash

  • Run the dishwasher and dispose of any remaining food in the sink

  • Set your water heater to vacation mode (if applicable)

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Sarasota Architecture: A Storied Journey Through Time

Nestled on the southwestern coast of Florida, Sarasota is a city that boasts not only stunning beaches and cultural attractions but also a rich architectural history that tells a tale of innovation, creativity, and adaptation. From its early settlers to modern-day architects, Sarasota's architecture is integral to its evolving identity.

west of trail roof with elegant gables

Early Beginnings

The architectural story of Sarasota began in the late 19th and early 20th centuries when pioneers and settlers started arriving in the region. Many of the early structures were influenced by the prevailing architectural styles of the time, such as Victorian and Colonial Revival. These buildings, often modest in scale, were primarily…

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Real estate is a finicky, yet beautiful creature. There are ups, there are downs. It truly is a unique rollercoaster. However, as confidence is starting to gain steam this year, the industry faces a number of innovative and fundamental shifts that will have a colossal impact on the future of the market. These advances will completely reshape what the standard in the real estate industry really is. What will in-home technology look like? Will A.I. be a part of everyday life inside the home? Will exterior weather-proof technology finally take off in South Florida? What other tech changes are out there just waiting to be unearthed?

Not only will the major evolving landscape have incredible positive changes for current home-owners, but especially for…

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Buying a home for the first time (or any time) is a major life decision and one that takes consistent research and patience. One of the very first things you need to consider is what type of home do you want? Do you want a condo, single family, townhome, etc.? Here are some questions to consider in determining what type of property is the best fit for you and your family.

How much space do you need?

Are you a single guy looking for your very own one bedroom “man cave”? Are you family of four with a dog and in dire need of a giant space? Make sure that you know your need for space based on the amount of members in your family, pets and what your daily routines look like to determine how much space you may need. Not everyone needs 2,000 sq ft for…

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