Plans scaled back for aquatic complex in Lakewood Ranch

While the Premier Park design had included three pools, Manatee County commissioners voted to remove the 25-meter pool to cut costs.

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• By Lesley Dwyer
• | 5:00 a.m. December 14, 2023

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Mortgage Rates Dip Below 7% for First Time in 4 Months

December 15, 2023
Financing & Credit, Mortgages & Home Financing
By: Melissa Dittmann TraceyHome buyers haven’t seen rates this low since August. Could this be the catalyst for a healthier housing market in 2024?

Mortgage rates [...]

The Perfect Home Could Be the One You Perfect After Buying

There’s no denying mortgage rates and home prices are higher now than they were last year and that’s impacting what you can afford. At the same time, there are still fewer homes available for sale than the norm. These are two of the biggest hurdles buyers are facing today. But there are ways to overcome these things and still make your dream [...]

Your Homebuying Adventure

Some Highlights

• Here are the key milestones you’ll encounter on your path to homeownership. 
• From building your team, to house hunting, all the way to moving into your new home – it’s an exciting adventure.
• Your journey starts here. Let’s connect so you have expert guidance each step of the
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Experts Project Home Prices Will Rise over the Next 5 Years

Even with so much data showing home prices are actually rising in most of the country, there are still a lot of people who worry there will be another price crash in the immediate future. In fact, a recent survey from Fannie Mae shows that 23% of consumers think prices will fall over the next 12 months. That’s nearly one in four people who are dealing with that fear – maybe you’re one of [...]

3 Reasons To Sell Your House Before the New Year

Some Highlights

• Here are a few reasons you may not want to hold off until the new year to sell your house. 
• Buyers looking right now are highly motivated, the supply of homes for sale is still low, and you may find buyers are more flexible with showings this time of
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Is Owning a Home Still the American Dream for Younger Buyers?

Everyone has their own idea of the American Dream, and it's different for each person. But, in a recent survey by Bankrate, people were asked about the achievements they believe represent the American Dream the most. The answers show that owning a home still claims [...]

Is Wall Street Buying Up All the Homes in America?

If you’re thinking about buying a home, you may find yourself interested in the latest real estate headlines so you can have a pulse on all of the things that could impact your decision. If that’s the case, you’ve probably heard mention of investors, and wondered how [...]

Happy Holidays! This is my favorite time of year to shop and give to those that I love and are dear to me. I had fun putting together a gift guide with links (below) of my favorite gifts this [...]

Why Homeowners Feel Thankful for Their Homes

Some Highlights

• Here are three reasons why homeowners feel thankful for their homes. First, it’s a safe place that can give you a greater sense of comfort, safety, and security.
• Second, it gives you freedom of expression. From the color of the paint to the art on the walls, you can express your style and your
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