If you’re like many people, you’ve noticed the recent craze about so-called “tiny houses.” These houses, typically ranging only between 100 and 400 square feet, are cheap to buy and easy to get on a property. You can buy one already built or put it together yourself from a tiny house kit. But is it […]
What Does it Cost to Build a House?
When you’re thinking of buying a homesite and building your own custom house on it, one of the biggest considerations on your mind is likely cost. But what does it cost to build a house, and what factors go into the total amount? This guide explains. What Does it Cost to Build a House? First […]
Is Owner Financing Land a Good Idea?
If you’re like many land sellers in North Florida, you’re wondering whether offering owner financing is a good idea – and this guide can help you make the right decision. Is Owner Financing Land a Good Idea? Although mortgages are the most common way to finance a home, another option exists: Owner financing. Owner financing […]
How to Sell Vacant Land in Lake City
If you’re like many people who want to sell vacant land in Lake City, you need to know that it’s quite a bit different from selling a home – and this guide explains. How to Sell Vacant Land in Lake City First things first: You should work with an experienced Lake City REALTOR® who understands […]
What Are Twospotted Spider Mites? What You Don’t Know Might Kill Your Crops
Are you familiar with twospotted spider mites? What you don’t know could harm or kill your crops. Twospotted spider mites live on the undersides of leaves, and are oval-shaped insects that are easy to miss—they’re only about 1/50th of an inch long. They sometimes have a brown or orange-red appearance, but are typically green or greenish-yellow […]
3 Important Things to Do Before You List North Florida Land for Sale
If you’re thinking about selling a parcel of land in North Florida – whether it’s timberland, farmland or something else – there are three things you should do first. This guide explains. 3 Important Things to Do Before You List North Florida Land for Sale Before you officially list your land for sale in North […]
How Much Do Real Estate Agents Make When They Sell Your Home?
If you’re like many home-sellers in Lake City, you know that part of the profits you make from selling your house will go to pay the real estate agents involved in your transaction. But just how much do real estate agents make when they sell your home? Here’s what you need to know. How Much […]
3 Types of Flooring to Consider if You’re Selling Your Home
If you’re selling a home in Lake City, your REALTOR® may suggest that you upgrade your flooring. Doing so may help you sell your house faster (and for more money), but what types of flooring materials should you consider? This guide explains the three types of flooring to consider if you’re selling your home. 3 […]
2 Tips for Managing Grass Grazing Shortages in Unusually Dry Conditions
Although the prospect of drought in a state like Florida may seem unlikely, in recent years—2014 to be exact—portions of northern Florida experienced abnormally dry to moderate drought conditions, according to the Florida Climate Center. In late March of this year the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) forecast in its spring outlook that warmer-than-average […]
2 Things to Do if You’re Thinking About Rescinding Your Offer
When competing with other eager house hunters you may not have a lot of time to ponder all of the pluses and minuses of a particular property before submitting an offer. If your offer is accepted, after the dust settles your excitement may be mixed with second thoughts. You may even feel a tinge of […]