Author: Lynda Ernst Whery

Did you know that Tampa’s been named the hottest housing market for 2022? Situated in western Florida near the Gulf of Mexico, Tampa is an excellent place to live, work, and do business and the city is consistently generating new jobs and population growth, so it’s no wonder...

Buying a home is an exciting and celebratory milestone, especially when you’re making the purchase for the first time. Unfortunately, it’s easy to be blinded by the excitement of the home search, and that might cost you thousands of dollars during the homebuying process or ev...

Over 85 million households that own pets want to live in places where their furry companions can enjoy long, healthy lives. And for this reason, Tampa, FL, has been named the best city for pets in the US. With its warm weather and fun lifestyle, Tampa is an excellent place to ...

When selling your home, it’s imperative to ensure that it’s presentable, attractive, warm, and inviting. A professional stager can help you achieve this goal and attract maximum buyers. In fact, many beautifully-staged homes have sold for more than their asking price! Here...

When considering a move to Tampa, Florida, it’s important to take time and prepare your pets for the move. To make the most of this big change, here are the top three things you need to know to make your move with pets in Tampa stress-free! Prepare an Overnight Kit for Your Pe...

From preparing, staging, cleaning, listing, marketing, reviewing offers, and negotiating to closing, there’s plenty that goes into home selling. Unfortunately, when handling these steps, it’s easy to make costly mistakes. To help you avoid them, here are the common mistakes ...

The housing market is red-hot and that has sparked a trend among buyers to skip home inspections to nab their dream homes - in fact, more than 13% of buyers are waiving the inspection contingency. But real estate agents advise that you get a home inspection before closing on a ho...

A home appraisal is an independent, unbiased and certified assessment of the value of a home. This process is a requirement when buying, selling, or refinancing a home and is carried out by a licensed appraiser. Today, we will talk about the top three reasons why home buyers need...

A study has shown that 80% of Americans prefer buying a move-in-ready house over one that needs repairs. So, when you’ve decided to put your home on the market, it’s crucial to make strategic and effective renovations to various areas in your home. Choosing the right projects...