Other than postponed closings, Hurricane Irma will not impact our booming real estate market.  Interest from out-of-state buyers remains very strong.  Florida is still better than living in most states.  California has earthquakes, wild fires, and mud slides, while the Midwest has tornadoes.  In Florida, the population has advance warning to prepare or evacuate before a hurricane hits.  Read full article here :
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Have you ever wondered what went wrong with your home inspection?

How can you best prepare for it?

The most critical items include:
1. Basic Safety Checklist
2. The home’s “envelope”
3. Major Systems
4. The roof
5. Venting, Water Heater Temps
6. Signs that you might need a Specialist

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Tampa Bay has the third fastest appreciating housing market in the country, in contrast to previous years where markets like San Francisco and San Jose were among the top growing markets.

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TampaBay.com – Tampa Bay 3rd Fastest Appreciation in U.S.

Video and photos from drones help capture the scale, scope and grandeur of a property and its surroundings.

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Here are 6 tips for after you buy your home:

1. File for homestead exemption to lower your taxes.
2. Pay property taxes early.
3. Earn federal tax credit for energy efficiency.
4. Make improvements that cut down your utility bills.
5. Update your homeowner’s insurance to reflect improvements.
6. Install smart technology to keep your home safe.

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