Safety Harbor Pool Home!

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Close to the Tampa Bay and historic Philippe Park this bright and open Safety Harbor pool home features four bedrooms, 3 full bathrooms and a 2 car garage. If entertainment and shopping top your list of activities, you’ll appreciate the close proximity to the Countryside Mall, Ruth Eckerd Hall, nearby beaches and restaurants. This beautiful home offers plenty of amenities inside starting with the ever popular split bedroom floorplan and open layout. The master bedroom has a walk-in closet and en-suite bathroom which makes it your own private retreat. The exquisitely designed lanai has a crystal clear saltwater pool and can be accessed from four individual sets of sliders; from the master suite, the formal dining room, the breakfast nook and one of the secondary bedrooms. The step down living room enjoys the natural light that its large bay window provides while the adjoining formal dining area is the perfect place for family gatherings and holiday entertaining. Adjacent to the kitchen is the separate family room featuring a wood burning fireplace for those chilly nights. The kitchen features stainless appliances, ample cabinet space and an open, sunny breakfast nook. Plush tropical landscaping provides for a private backyard. A new roof was added to this home in 2010 and the A/C unit was updated in 2009.

Trinity Treasure! 4 Bedroom Pool Home on Conservation!

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In the beautiful gated community of Trinity West, you’ll experience the peace and tranquility in this plush and private conservation lot that is close to the shops, restaurants, Trinity Hospital & the Suncoast/Veterans Expressway commute. This gorgeous 4 bedroom/2 bath pool home features an impressive kitchen, complete with cherry wood cabinets, crown molding, granite countertops and closet pantry with tons of storage. The breakfast nook and counter space with convenient bar provide seating in the kitchen area, which also boasts beautiful and easy-to-clean 18”x18” tile. The spacious layout offers a combination living room/dining room area (currently shown with a pool table in the dining room space), with an open family room area that overlooks the pool. A stylish cherry wood wall unit sets the stage for a relaxing family movie night and can accommodate an oversized flat screen TV. Walk through the sliders and into the beautiful screened area to enjoy a Pebble Tec pool with a sun shelf and swim-out; and you’ll still have plenty of room left to entertain in the rest of the lanai! The interior boasts a well-appointed master suite complete with custom cabinetry, shelving and a pull-out laundry hamper in the closet. Two of the other three bedrooms have built-in wall units and all three bedrooms feature custom California closets for excellent organizing options. Additional features in this 2,390 sf beauty include gas stove, dryer and hot water heater, 3-car garage plus generator for the home.

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)

Moving on Up: 48 Ways to Speed Your House Sale

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Originally published in Florida Realtor Magazine, this infographic compiles the best of the best suggestions about how to prepare your house for sale.

You’ve heard the same tips over and over about the importance of curb appeal and de-cluttering.

While these guidelines are as relevant as ever, they do bear repeating. You can also add some (or all) of these minor tasks to make a major difference in getting your move on.

The pros at HGTV, the Real Estate Staging Association, and Moneycrashers.com can’t ALL be wrong!

Take a look – I think even the most motivated seller may have missed a few!

(48 Tips to Sell Your Home)