If you’re looking for land for sale in Florida, you’re not alone—there are plenty of investors, builders, farmers and others making big purchases in the Lake City area (and in other regions of North Florida). Why? Because the land here is amazing. Whether you want to grow trees on timberland, you want to purchase hunting […]
Done Renting? Here’s What to Know Before You Buy
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. […]
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 […]
5 Tips to Hold the Best Yard Sale in Lake City
If you’re like most people, you’ve held a yard sale at some point in your life—and if you’ve done this year’s summertime cleaning, you’re ready to have another one now. Summer is the perfect time to clear out the old and make room for the new… or, if you’re holding a yard sale so you […]
What if a Seller Rejects Your Offer?
You’ve found the home of your dreams and made an offer… …and the seller rejects it. It’s incredibly disappointing when a seller rejects your offer, but does that mean your dreams are crushed and you need to start looking for another house? Maybe not. What to Do if a Seller Rejects Your Offer Many people […]
The Kitchen: The Heart of Your New Home
Many people feel that the kitchen is the heart of any home. Indeed, you’ll use this room several times a day, and it’s the hub of activity in many homes. When it comes to making your new house feel like home, the kitchen is the perfect place to start. Paint for Your New Kitchen It’s […]
Ornamental Grasses for Curb Appeal
If you’re thinking about selling your North Florida home, you probably already know you’ll want to spruce up your yard to boost curb appeal. Most prospective buyers will drive by a home before requesting a showing, so an attractive, low-maintenance yard is your best chance to make a good first impression. Few plantings are […]
Seller Financing on Vacant Land: What You Need to Know
While many people view land as the ultimate “hands-off,” long-term investment, some landowners are able to turn their investments into an immediate income stream using an instrument called “owner financing.” Owner financing—sometimes called seller financing—is pretty self-explanatory. Instead of a buyer getting a loan from a bank or mortgage company, the person selling the property […]
Are Your Rain Barrels Legal?
In recent years, several news stories have appeared which depict people in different states being penalized for the collection of rainwater on their properties. The collection of rainwater for household use is a practice known as “water harvesting,” and ever since a handful of states have cracked down on, or attempted to regulate it, there […]
7 Reasons to Make Land Your Next Investment
Land investment is generally viewed as something which is only profitable to real estate developers who acquire massive parcels of land for commercial or residential development. Nothing could be further from the truth. Investing in land is actually one of the greatest investment strategies available for anyone looking to build long-term wealth. Vacant land […]