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The smoke detectors for home use are a very important part for your safety. They are usually housed in a plastic enclosure abouy 6" in diameter. Some of them have a dual power source - direct electric, plus battery. Others have only a battery inside the case which must be replaced every year s [Read More]

My husband and I drove from Weeki Wachee to Tampa (only 50 minutes) to the Tampa Fairgrounds for the Boat Show. There were no boats outside which was fine with me since it was so hot, but once inside, it was a sign of the times. There were very few vendors there. We go every year. Last year, or pos [Read More]

Mortgage rates dropped this week to the lowest rate in 31 years, according to mortgage giant, Freddie Mac.The rates came in at 4.69%,whichis very attractive to both homebuyers and refinancers. However, refinancing has become a difficult task as many homeowners are "underwater" on their mortgage, whi [Read More]

On november 1st 2009 The Board of County Commissioners approved a reduction of the impact fees for permits issued December 1 thru November 30 2010. So In addition to the tax credit for first time home buyers and all the extensions added to it, we have this extra help. Our buyers can take advantage [Read More]

The Tampa Bay Boat Show is this weekend (Friday through Sunday June 25, 26, 27) and admission is FREE! Parking is $5.00. It is at the Florida State Fairgrounds, 4800 US Hwy 301 N, Tampa. I imagine in this economy you will get a great deal! We are looking forward to it - we are going to try to get [Read More]

There is a whole controversy regarding the Tampa Bay Rays staying at the Tropicana Stadium which they currently lease from the City of St. Petersburg, Florida. The fans for some unknown reason to me, do not fill the Stadium and why not - the Tampa Bay Rays are high in rankings - I love going there! [Read More]

I know short sales can be a nightmare but if you feel you have found the right home for you, don't give up. If you think there might be something better (and homes are coming on the market daily), then have your Buyer's Agent keep a look out for something that might be better and maybe is n [Read More]

May marked the 21st consecutivemonth that sales of existing homes in Florida showed an incline, according to Florida Realtors. Increasing 18%, this type of sales activity is a positive sign for the real estate market in Florida.In a yearly comparison, the median sales price of existing homes, across [Read More]

To qualify for the credit, buyers had to sign purchase contracts by April 30 and must close on the transaction by June 30. The National Association of Realtors estimates that from 55,000 to 75,000 homebuyers who are under contract won't be able to close in time to claim the tax credit. There w [Read More]

Many people could be paying much higher property taxes than they should. When your home assessment comes in the mail really look at it. While having your property values go up is a good thing from an investment standpoint, that valuation also means higher taxes. With the housing market soft, you hav [Read More]