For those with a vision of their perfect home, purchasing an estate with the intention of tearing down the existing structure to build anew presents an enticing prospect.
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Happy New Year! As we step into 2024, the Suncoast of Florida stands as a testament to refined living and unparalleled luxury. Keep reading for an overview of the luxury market forecast.
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The most common questions for the 2024 forecast answered - mortgage rates, home prices and more. Keep in mind that I am happy to discuss any of your real estate market questions.
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Florida is known for its wonderful outdoor activities like boating, dining al fresco, and my favorite - golf. But besides location, home luxury adds to the Florida appeal of course. Here are some of the top requests for home amenities in the luxury market.
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Have you ever wondered how inflation impacts the housing market? Believe it or not, they’re connected. Whenever there are changes to one, both are affected. Here’s a high-level overview of the connection between the two.
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Looking at monthly home price data from six expert sources shows that the recent home price declines are behind us, and they're rising nationally again.
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Pricing your house fairly based on market conditions increases the chance you’ll have more buyers who are interested in purchasing it. That makes it more likely you’ll see multiple offers too. Plus, when homes are priced right, they still tend to sell quickly.
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Beverly St. Hilaire is a luxury real estate market specialist. Learn how you will benefit from working with an expert to find the ideal home and more importantly, the lifestyle experience you expect.
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A big attraction to Longboat Key for my husband and me was that it is home to some excellent golf courses. Sure, warm beaches with cool sand, fabulous boating, and the island lifestyle experience makes our area ideal. However, if you are a golfer, you understand.
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The rise in women pursuing homeownership hasn’t just made an impact on the housing market. It’s also been an asset for those buyers and their households. That’s because homeownership has many benefits, both financial and personal.
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Of the 100 cities the index tracks, almost all Florida metros anchored the top 10 for year-over-year price increases, including two metros in the first and second spots.
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Experts in the real estate industry use a number of terms when they talk about what's happening with home prices. It is important to understand what decelerating means in real estate.
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With so much talk about an economic slowdown, some people are asking if the housing market is heading for a crash like the one in 2008. To really understand what's happening with real estate today, it's important to lean on the experts for reliable information.
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Life events can have a major impact on what you need from your home, and retirement is one of the biggest changes many of us face. This period of your life can mean doing more of the things you enjoy, like traveling, visiting with loved ones, or taking on new hobbies. But what does that mean for your home?
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Here’s the latest on some of the key challenges homebuilders are experiencing today and how they could impact your plans to move up. When you know what’s happening in the industry, I can help you make an informed decision on whether to look for a newly built or an existing home in your home search.
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Did you know that even in a hot sellers market, there is an ideal week to sell your house? Determined by the optimal balance of housing market conditions, it is just around the corner for 2022.
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More people are working from home than ever. It is estimated that pre-pandemic, one in 65 people worked from home, and now, it is one in seven. Studies have found people working from home are usually more productive and happier.
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As I walk the beach along Bay Isles on Longboat Key in the mornings I notice that people are playing golf and getting out to walk, run, and bike like I have never seen before. It appears that for many, staying home also means staying healthy. There are also new social engagement options available online, and our local restaurants have adapted to the changes. I’ve included a list of phone numbers so you can check with them before making dinner plans.
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Here’s why Bay Isles is the great escape neighborhood you’ve been searching for.
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Take a look at The Ritz-Carlton Residences, The Residences at Longboat Key, Epoch and Auteur — new construction developments marketed by Michael Saunders and Company.
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