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Home Buying 2026 Color of the Year 2026: The Year of the Khaki and Beige Color Wheel Warm. Welcoming. Wonderfully versatile. Sherwin-Williams has declared Universal Khaki SW 6150 as the 2026 Color of the Year – and it’s just the beginning. This year is all about embracing the full spectrum of khakis, beiges, and greiges that bring timeless elegance and effortless style […]
Selling Your Home Why Sell Your Central Florida Home In The Fall Why Fall Is the Perfect Season to Sell Your Central Florida Home (Yes, Really!)   When you think of “prime real estate season,” most people picture spring. Flowers bloom, the sun shines, and buyers suddenly appear like sandhill cranes in your front yard. But here’s the thing-fall in Central Florida is secretly one of the […]
Home Buying What the FED’s Rate Cut Means for Buyers, Sellers, and the Housing Market in Central Florida I Sept 17, 2025     What Today’s FED Rate Cut Means for Buyers and Sellers _____________________________________________________________________________________________ The Federal Reserve announced today that it is lowering its benchmark interest rate by 0.25%. While that may seem like a small number, it can have a big impact on the housing market-especially when it comes to mortgage interest rates. What Does […]
Home Design 2025 Design Trend: Warm Minimalism Warm Minimalism Minimalism has long been associated with stark white walls, cold aesthetics, and a general sense of austerity. While the core principles of simplicity and decluttering remain valuable, a new iteration is emerging: One of the core parts of home design trends in 2025 is Warm Minimalism. This approach softens the edges of traditional […]
Home Buying Things to Know When Moving with Your Cat, Dog, or Other Pet   Things to Know When Moving with Your Cat, Dog, or Other Pet Moving into a new home is exciting—but if you have a four-legged (or feathered, or scaled) family member, the process comes with extra planning. Pets thrive on routine and familiar surroundings, so a move can feel stressful for them. The good news? […]
Home Design 7 Budget-Friendly Staging Tips That Actually Work Staging on a Shoestring: Budget-Friendly Ways to Make Buyers Fall in Love They say love is in the details—and in real estate, those details sell homes. But staging doesn’t have to mean hiring a designer or spending thousands. With a little creativity (and elbow grease), you can make a big impact on a small budget. […]
Home Buying A funny (and painfully accurate) look at the Pros and Cons of Florida HOAs. Welcome to Florida: Land of Sunshine, Sand, and… HOAs That Might Own Your Soul Ah, Florida. The Sunshine State. A paradise of palm trees, retirees in golf carts, and lizards that look like they pay property taxes. But lurking in many of these pastel-colored subdivisions is a force more powerful than hurricanes and more feared […]
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Foreclosures How to Short Sell Your Home Without Losing Your Mind!  How to Short Sell Your Home Without Losing Your Mind (Or Your Favorite Coffee Mug) So, you’ve decided it’s time to short sell your house. Maybe the market turned on you like a cat with commitment issues, or your mortgage is just… doing too much. Whatever the reason, you’re about to embark on a journey […]
FIRPTA FIRPTA Checklist for Foreign Sellers ✅ FIRPTA Checklist for Foreign Sellers 🔹 BEFORE LISTING THE PROPERTY Confirm foreign status for tax purposes. Inform your real estate agent that FIRPTA will apply. Consult a U.S. tax professional about estimated capital gains and tax liability. 🔹 BEFORE CLOSING (IDEALLY 2–3 MONTHS BEFORE) Decide whether to apply for a withholding certificate (IRS Form […]
Home Buying Market Trends April 2025 Orange County, FL The real estate market is currently showing a strong demand for homes with a relatively low supply of inventory, as indicated by the Months Supply of Inventory at 4.78. This means that at the current rate of sales, it would take approximately 4.78 months to sell all the available homes on the market. The 12-Month […]
Listing Appointment Needs Top Real Estate Myths That Hurt Home Sellers Welcome to the “I’ll Just List It and Be Rich by Tuesday” Myth Buster Blog So you’ve decided to sell your home—congrats! Whether you’re upsizing, downsizing, or just tired of your neighbor’s 3 a.m. drum solos, you’re in the right place. Selling a home is exciting, emotional, and let’s be honest… a little confusing. You’ve […]
Listing Appointment Needs What will I need for my appointment with my realtor to sell my Home? Listing Appointment Checklist For Louisa Sims Coldwell Banker Realty Property Documents – Property deed or title report – Mortgage statements for each loan (including payoff information, if available) – Most recent property tax bill – Utility bills (electric, water, gas, etc.) – Homeowners Association (HOA) documents (rules, fees, contact information, if applicable) Home & Maintenance […]