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Empty Nest, Florida, Downsize, Empty Nesters
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8 Great Gifts for Empty Nesters

-8 Great Gifts for Empty Nesters- If you have empty nesters on your gift list, you have no shortage of great gift options. The Greater Tampa Bay area is home to many singles and couples living in empty nests, and buying for these folks is easy. …
Thanksgiving
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3 Tips for a Homey Thanksgiving Setting

-3 Tips for a Homey Thanksgiving Setting- A family dining room is the quintessential setting for Thanksgiving dinner.  Thanksgiving tables are traditionally loaded with potato dishes, stuffing, gravy, turkey, and pumpkin pie, of course. …
Tampa Home Real Estate Seniors Move Downsizing
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How to be a Safety Savvy Senior 

-How to be a Safety Savvy Senior - Among the many jobs homeowners have to do, safety management is top of the list, particularly for seniors.  Arthritis, fatigue, medical conditions, and unforeseen injuries can all enhance our needs for a…
Tampa, Pet, Homes, Pets, Real Estate, Pet-Friendly Home
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4 Tips for Bringing Home a Senior Pet

-4 Tips for Bringing Home a Senior Pet- Celebrate senior pets by spreading the word that November is National Adopt a Senior Pet Month.  Pet rescue centers, animal non-profits, and shelters across the Greater Tampa Bay Area and the nation…
Time-Change, Clock
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6 Home Savvy Tips for the Fall Time-Change

-Fall Time-Change and 6 Home Savvy Tips- Homes around the Greater Tampa Bay Area are bustling with activity this time of year.  Holiday decorating, party plans, and endless to dos are top of mind.  The fall time-change is fast approaching,…
Halloween Pets Costumes, Haunted Houses
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9 Greater Tampa Bay Area Halloween Events

-Halloween Events Around the Greater Tampa Bay Area- Nothing screams Halloween like trick-or-treating and late night fun, but there are also plenty of daytime Halloween events for kids of all ages to enjoy around the Greater Tampa Bay Area. As…
Get Organized, Home, Pain-Free, Moving, Tips for Seniors
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Don’t Forget these 4 Moving Tips

-Don’t Forget these 4 Moving Tips- Fall is a season of transitions, and it is a fantastic time to schedule a big move. You can often find more affordable rates for moving services during fall around the Greater Tampa Bay Area.  Also, you…
Tampa Bay Real Estate, Tampa, Homeownership, Homes
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Tampa Real Estate Trends for Autumn 2019

-3 Tampa Real Estate Trends for Autumn 2019- The leaves may not be changing colors, but milder temperatures are helping to make it feel like autumn around the Tampa Bay area.  It seems the change of seasons, however, has not cooled the hot…
Neighbor, Community, Family Friendly, New Home, Real Estate, Trends
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5 Tips for National Good Neighbor Day

-5 Tips for National Good Neighbor Day- Hey, neighbor.  Get ready to celebrate National Good Neighbor Day on September 28. This lesser known holiday dates back to the 1970s, when President Jimmy Carter proclaimed a day to recognize the benefits…
Empty Nest, Florida, Downsize, Empty Nesters
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Why We Enjoy Downsizing to Empty Nests

-Why We Enjoy Downsizing to Empty Nests- If you want a home life that brings you greater happiness, consider the joys of an empty nest. A recent study showed that parents in empty nests are happier than older adults who never raised kids. …
Moving Plan Tips Snowbirds
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10 Moving Tips for Southbound Snowbirds

-10 Moving Tips for Southbound Snowbirds- September is in full swing, which means southbound snowbirds are flocking to their beloved Florida homes.  The Greater Tampa Bay area’s warm coastal communities offer the perfect nesting spots for…
Downsize, Bedroom, Guests, Room, Home
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7 Ways to Welcome Guests to an Empty Nest

-7 Ways to Welcome Guests to an Empty Nest- One of the greatest things about an empty nest is finally having more space, including sufficient room for guests.  Whether you have spare rooms in a large Carrollwood home, or that second bedroom…
Tampa Labor Day
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5 Ways to Spend Labor Day in Tampa Bay

-5 Ways to Spend Labor Day in Tampa Bay- Labor Day is synonymous with back-to-school activities, sporting events, and the anticipation of fall.  This year is no exception.  The Greater Tampa Bay Area offers a fantastic array of baseball games,…
Home, Fix Up, Activities, Painting Paint
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5 Ways to Liven Up Your Tampa Home

-5 Ways to Liven Up Your Tampa Home- Cabin fever is spreading across Florida. As the rain and humid weather persists, many of us are spending more time inside our Tampa homes. If you are not enjoying the current vibe of your home’s interior,…
Tampa Home Real Estate Seniors Move Downsizing
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7 Tips to Secure an Empty Home

-7 Tips to Secure an Empty Home- Whether you are traveling to faraway places for a weekend or for months, it is important to take steps to secure your empty home while you are away. Many homes are sitting vacant across the Greater Tampa…
Dog, Pet, Summer, Cool Down
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7 Summer Tips for a Cooler Home

- 7 Summer Tips for a Cooler Home - It is not always easy to keep your home cool, especially with the Greater Tampa Bay Area seeing record heat advisories this summer.  Undoubtedly, air conditioning is essential in Florida. Our state has high…
Storage, Tips for Moving, Boxes
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7 Summer Moving Solutions for Tampa Bay

-7 Summer Moving Solutions for Tampa Bay- Moving to a new home can be an overwhelming transition, which is why simplifying the moving process is important.  If you are making a move during the hot summer months in Florida, plenty of preparation…
Tampa Storms Rainy Season
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Tampa Storm Preparedness Events and Tips

- Tampa Storm Preparedness Events and Tips - Florida homeowners around Hillsborough, Pinellas, and Pasco Counties are preparing for potential storms and hurricanes this summer.  With the right education and preparation, you may find peace…
Father Men Home
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5 FUN Father’s Day Gifts

- 5 Fun Father’s Day Gifts - Families all around the Greater Tampa Bay Area will be celebrating Father’s Day with barbeques, golf outings, and events to wine and dine the men in their lives.  Fathers and Grandfathers deserve to be showered…
Tampa Bay, Veterans, Memorial Day, Events
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Tampa Bay Memorial Day Weekend

-Tampa Bay Memorial Day Weekend- Tampa homeowners as well as out-of-state folks visiting Florida for Memorial Day Weekend have opportunities to enjoy activities throughout the Greater Tampa Bay region. Local events include fun festivals in…
Tampa Mothers
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4 Ways to Enjoy Mother’s Day around Tampa Bay

-4 Ways to Enjoy Mother’s Day around Tampa Bay- Finding things to do for Mother’s Day around the Greater Tampa Bay Area is easy. Our communities offer beautiful beaches, wonderful weather, and ample activities for people of all ages. From…
Home, Mortgage Solutions, Money, Organized, Real Estate Enhancements
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8 Great Ways to Spend Refund Dollars

-8 Great Ways to Spend Refund Dollars- April 15th is widely known as Tax Day across America.  While some people are racing to submit their income tax forms to the federal government, many other people are thinking up cost-effective ways to…
Home Pet Medicine
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New Bill to Save Money for Pet Owners

-New Bill to Save Money for Pet Owners- Pet ownership may be getting more affordable.  A new bill is working its way through congress to help pet owners save money on their pets’ prescription medications. The Fairness to Pet Owners Act The…
Empty Nesters, Florida, Snowbird, Retirement, Seniors, Spring, Florida Senior Communities
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7 Essentials for Finding a Retirement Community

-7 Essentials for Finding a Retirement Community- Florida consistently ranks as one of the best places for retirement in the United States. Enjoyable weather, reasonable pricing, and beautiful locations are all reasons people choose Florida…
Tampa, Pet, Homes, Pets, Real Estate, Pet-Friendly Home
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6 To-Dos before Hiring Pet Sitters

-6 To-Dos before Hiring Pet Sitters- In honor of Professional Pet Sitters Week, celebrated March 3-10 this year, our real estate team has compiled a list of ideas and tips for making sure your pets are properly cared for when you’re not at…