Entries by loricrawford

New Port Richey Beauty with Pond & Conservation Views!

GORGEOUS pond and conservation views are just the beginning of this amenity-rich and updated New Port Richey home: a newer Master Bath renovation includes: cabinets, granite counter, and shower; new roof in Dec 2014, Pebble Tec finish on the shimmering swimming pool, pavered lanai area, cozy fire pit in the back yard, circular driveway, newer garage door, newer service doors, and newer hurricane high impact windows are just some of the spectacular upgrades to enjoy.

Magnificent Equestrian Ranch in Port Richey

This sprawling 4 bedroom/4 full bath ranch sits at the end of a gracefully curved concrete driveway dotted with shade trees. A paver-adorned wraparound and covered porch is elegantly accented with a stacked fieldstone balustrade. The property itself covers approx 11 acres allowing for horses. Inside, striking rosewood floors shine on the main floor. The […]

The Perfect Town Home in Palm Harbor

Palm Harbor is one of the jewels in Pinellas County, and nestled in the most ideal spot is this Fox Chase townhome. With easy access to the one and only Lake Tarpon, the famed Innisbrook Golf and Country Club, and minutes from the Gulf of Mexico, you’ll find this lovely 2 bedroom/2.5 bath home.

Homestead Tax Exemption – The Clock is Ticking!

If you own property and it is your permanent residence (for either yourself or your dependent), that may provide for eligibility for an exemption of up to $50,000. The first $25,000 applies to all property taxes, including school district taxes. The additional exemption up to $25,000 applies to the assessed value between $50,000 and $75,000 and only to non-school taxes [Section 196.031, Florida Statutes].
This is a wonderful benefit of Florida residency. Just a simple application providing pertinent detail needs to be submitted for approval.

Your Home’s Maintenance Budget

It always seems that the washing machine breaks down the week after the sprinkler system needed repairs; or right after you receive your tax refund. Money goes in and just goes back out again. The only things we can control of course are the things we can. Staying ahead of the maintenance cycle (and budgeting […]