Magnificent Equestrian Ranch in Port Richey

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(Your First Mortgage)

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 spacious, yet cozy kitchen boasts 2 refrigerators, sleek, flush-mount appliances and a breakfast nook with built-in bench; double doors lead out to the pool and spa.

Vaulted ceilings, recessed lighting and a marble-faced fireplace welcome friends and family to the living room. The first floor master suite is richly appointed with high-end finishes, custom shower room, tons of closet space, & private access to the lanai.

The huge home office on the 1st floor can be outfitted to accommodate file storage, multiple workspace configurations and room for conference furniture. A herringbone pattern floor tile and a full bath highlight the family room complete with projector & retractable, ceiling-mounted movie screen.

Upstairs are three bedrooms and a full bath. The main house has an extended garage with front/back doors. On the grounds, a separate building features a workshop with bath and extra garage area, a barn and modular out building.

Laundry room, crawl space beneath the house, 2 instant hot water heaters, 2 500 gallon propane tanks, 2 septic systems, & a 35 KW generator complete this corner of paradise.

The Perfect Town Home in Palm Harbor

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(Palm Harbor Townhome)

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.

From the front entryway you can see the span of the interior from the Great Room; past the two-tiered staircase right through to the foliage-framed lanai.

Newer carpeting flows through with the spacious living room made cozy by the tiled-faced, wood-burning fireplace topped by a richly rustic mantel.

A large dining room boasts a selection of built-in cabinets that feature a serving area; perfect for hosting buffet brunches and supporting tons of holiday platters. The adjacent breakfast bar will be your favorite go-to for casual dining. It faces the neutral-toned, eat-in kitchen complete with pantry and sliders out to the screened porch that backs to the wooded area.

The porch is sized just right to suit your lounge chairs or herb garden. Screened on two sides, you’ll enjoy lush vistas of tropical shrubbery and towering trees in the distance. A stone patio can serve as BBQ central for the outdoor living Floridians enjoy year ‘round.

Upstairs, the master suite overlooks a sea of greenery and features a dressing area and bath with mirrored slider.

As an amenity-rich community, indulge in the sparkling community pool, tennis and shuffleboard courts, lawn bowling, putting green, and wonderfully shaded park/playground.

Homestead Tax Exemption – The Clock is Ticking!

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We’ve counted down the seconds to this brand, spanking New Year of 2016. Here’s hoping all of our resolutions make it through!

Now there are some new milestones looming. Although it’s not tax time yet, if you bought a new home in 2015 or have transitioned here to bask in the Florida sun full-time, your due date to file for your homestead tax exemption is Tuesday, March 1st.

Florida’s Homestead Exemption, according to the Florida Department of Revenue:

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.

Here’s a great Property Tax Exemption for Homestead Property information sheet that also includes detail on additional benefits to which you may be entitled.

If I may assist in any way, never hesitate to contact me, or visit my website for information on current market statistics and to search for properties. Look forward to speaking with you soon!

 

Your Home’s Maintenance Budget

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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 appropriately!) is our best defense as homeowners so minor repairs don’t become major ones.

I liked this Smart Budgeting Checklist infographic posted by Home Advisor. It’s not only a reminder of what to do when, but helps you to anticipate and plan for the costs. Handy for those first time home buyers and for those of us who think if we ignore that dripping sound, it will just go away! Happy HVAC Maintenance!

 

(Home Maintenance Costs)

Land O Lakes Family Home with Water and Preserve Views!

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(Land O Lakes real estate)
Beautiful Land O Lakes is the place you’ll find this lovely 3 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom, 2 Car Garage home built on a lot size of approximately .25 acres.

With water frontage and views of a lush Florida preserve, the setting is simply ideal to enjoy as your permanent residence or a seasonal getaway!

The outdoor space is a little piece of paradise. An expansive lanai features panoramic vistas to enjoy from the luxurious, built-in hot tub.

Inside, the tiled foyer introduces the soaring vaulted ceilings that crown the Great Room and adjacent dining room. Triple sliders and large windows welcome in the sunshine that casts a warm glow on the stunning decorative concrete flooring.

Nestled in the center of the home is the showroom quality kitchen. Besides the luminous new cabinetry and granite counters, new appliances shine to complete the elegant design that includes ornamental niches, pendant lighting, and a charming, windowed breakfast nook.

The airy master bedroom suite also boasts vaulted ceilings. Sliders from both bedrooms lead to the lanai’s tranquil ambiance and showcase its surrounding scenery.

Additional updates include a newer garage door, newer Trane A/C system, and new granite counters in both baths.

With monthly fees of only $36, you’ll enjoy the long list of community features which includes: clubhouse, restaurant, and heated pool; tennis, basketball, and racquetball courts; a running track, and playground with picnic area.

Simply exquisite and immaculate, this home is the definition of move in ready.