Renting gets old, doesn’t it? If you’re like many renters, you’re ready to dive in and buy a home—but there are a few things you need to know before you make the biggest purchase of your life. What Does it Cost to Be a Homeowner? When you’re renting and something breaks, you call the landlord. […]
Buying a FSBO? Here’s What You Need to Know
If you’re buying a home that is listed as “for sale by owner,” the process will be different than it would if it were listed by a local real estate agent. It’s always important that you have a buyer’s agent on your side. Your real estate professional will walk you through the entire process, negotiate […]
10 Amazing Paint Colors (and How to Use Them)
If you’re repainting your home—whether you’re putting it on the market and need some touch-ups or you’re buying a home in Lake City that needs a little TLC—you need to know about the hottest paint colors. According to Country Living, this list of the 10 best spans the entire spectrum, and there’s something on it […]
Where (and How) to Get Amazing Farmhouse Decor for Your Lake City Home
Farmhouse décor is making a HUGE comeback, but if you’re like most people, you’re not sure where to get the best elements. Fortunately, we’ve done the legwork and put together the ultimate list of websites you can use to buy farmhouse décor for your new Lake City home. Where to Get Farmhouse Décor Get perfectly […]
How to Use Patterns to Stage Your Home
If you’re like most people, you’ve checked out design blogs and tried to find the perfect look for your home—and, like most people, you’re extra-serious about the way your home looks when it’s on the market. After all, the better your house looks now, the higher price you’ll pull in for it… and the more […]
DIY Home Security (Part 2)
This post is the second part of a series on DIY home security. The first post is here. Before you do anything, you’ll have to decide which system is right for your home. If you are looking to only monitor the main entry points of the house—a video doorbell may be just what you are […]
DIY Home Security (Part 1)
This post is the first of two describing do-it-yourself home security. Part two is here. Now, more than ever, people are adding security systems to their homes. Technology has allowed for almost any family to find peace of mind with affordable, user-friendly home security systems. In an ever-changing world, homeowners can feel secure whether lounging […]
Recreation in White Springs, FL
If you are looking for natural adventures, White Springs is the place for you. While the Suwannee River is the main attraction, there are countless outdoor activities that can be enjoyed on or off the river. Recreation in White Springs, FL Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center State Park 11016 Lillian Saunders Drive/U.S. Highway 41 North […]
Land for Sale in Lake City, FL
If you’re looking for land for sale in Lake City, FL, you’re not alone. This part of Florida is some of the most popular for equestrian properties, lots and home sites, and farms and ranches. You’ll even find many owner-financed properties in and around Lake City, which is ideal for many buyers on today’s market. […]
Should You Move to North Florida Horse Country? (Hint: YES!)
Its pristine beauty, family-friendly atmosphere and fresh, clean air make North Florida equestrian properties some of the most desirable places for retirees… but there are a few things that only insiders know about this spectacular area, and we’re ready to share them with you. 1. We Don’t Just Look at the Great Outdoors; We’re Part of […]