Serving your country in the military is a very noble endeavor. Being away from your family and friends while serving is a gigantic sacrifice and there is no better feeling than to speak to those at home during a break in their duties where ever that may be. Dave Tipton, broker and manager of Flor
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06/29/2010
This time of year many people that are interested in a new home are looking, and everyone is looking for a bargain. The good news is that there are plenty of bargains on the market, now and those that will be entering the market in coming months. Foreclosures can be an excellent value, they can a
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06/17/2010
How did Valrico get its name? How did a city that’s name sounds like it has a Spanish background, but has loads of southern charm get its name from a northern man? There's also no other town quite like it, it is unique. Valrico is one of a kind, and it’s the only community with that name in the e
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05/26/2010
If you find yourself in the need for a professional home remodeling professional, here are a few basics to think about before you start your search. 1. Ask friends, relatives and co-workers for referrals of contractors that they have used recently. 2. Get at least three written estimates. 3. Get
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05/26/2010
Do it yourself or Hire a Pro: Fixer-Uppers offer Opportunity The often heard phrase "Buyer Beware" is never more appropriate than when considering the purchase of a fixer-upper. You really need to know exactly what you’re getting into before buying. It’s commonly believed that fixer-upper propert
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05/26/2010
Before you buy a Tampa Bay Area condo, have your real estate agent contact the condo board with the following questions. In the process, you’ll learn how responsive—and organized—its members are. 1. What percentage of units is owner-occupied? What percentage is tenant-occupied? Generally, the hig
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05/16/2010
Condominiums and townhouses offer an excellent option to single-family homes in most areas of Tampa Bay, but consider these facts before you buy and compare any prospective properties against these criteria: 1. Storage- Some condos have storage lockers, but usually there are no attics or basement
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05/12/2010
1. What are your qualifications? Are you a member of the American Association of Home Inspectors? 2. Do you have a current license? Inspectors are not required to be licensed in every state. 3. How many inspections of properties such as this do you do each year? 4. Do you have a list of past clie
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05/11/2010
If you hire the Red Baron Squadron to market your home, one of the first things we will do before putting your house on the market is prepare your house for sale. We want to show your house off in its best light to maximize your earning potential. We will tour your house with the eye of a buyer -
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05/11/2010