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Need to move for work?

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Need to move for work? Lots of people are having to do that these days. But one of the most difficult parts of moving for work is selling your home at the RIGHT TIME.

Why Won’t My House Sell In Bradenton?

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You’re trying to sell a Bradenton FL house that just won’t sell? And yet – the news says the real estate market is heating up. The media is practically shouting again about multiple offers, high demand, and record-setting prices. So where’s your contract? These tips could be just what you need to help you sell your Bradenton … Continued

Home with too many repairs?

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Is your home jam-packed with projects that need to get done? We know what that’s like. The floor needs repaired, windows need replaced, there’s water damage in the bathroom, and the grass is turning more and more grey every year. When falling behind on projects… things can get overwhelming. And then where does one even … Continued

Bad Tenants

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Got bad tenants? You purchased the rental as a source of additional income, to build some free equity… to invest in the future. But bad tenants ruin all of that. They can decrease the value of the property (by destroying it) and make paying the mortgage a real challenge (by paying late). It sounded like a good idea. But it’s not really all it was cracked up to be. Don’t worry. You’re not the only one.

Lawncare Hacks

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Want a beautiful lawn this year? But sick of the WORK required to keep a beautiful lawn? Here are some helpful hacks!

Home Security

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Concerned about the security of your home? Well — it’s always better to be safe than sorry! At Manatee, we are quite good at securing our own properties in Bradenton / Sarasota and we thought we’d drop by with some quick tips. Here you go!

Foreclosure notice of default in Fl– what is it?

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If you’ve gotten a foreclosure notice of default and want to know what the heck is going on, keep reading. Basically, a foreclosure notice of default is a document that has to be filed by a lender to start the process of foreclosure. The foreclosure notice of default must be sent to anyone who has … Continued

How to refinance a mortgage

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Want to refinance your mortgage? Great idea! There are a lot of benefits to doing so: reducing that monthly payment, tapping into equity, paying off the loan faster, getting rid of private mortgage insurance, or switching from an adjustable rate to a fixed rate. But… How does one go about it? Here are the steps!

Looking for a job in another state

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Trying to find a job in another state? Lots of people move locations for work — sometimes, though, they change jobs to be able to move somewhere else where they want to live. Either way… We thought we’d drop by and offer some advice for finding a job in another state if you’re looking to move outside of Bradenton / Sarasota Here are some tips!

Help, I’m Behind in My Mortgage Payments in Bradenton – Manatee

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When you fall behind on your mortgage payments on your Bradenton home, it can feel like you’re drowning in debt. Even if you’re able to make your monthly payment, catching up on a past due balance can be an overwhelming challenge. There are a few options that can help you to avoid foreclosure in Bradenton and … Continued

Hiring A Property Management Company

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Want to hire a property management company to manage one or several of your properties? At Manatee, we’ve been working in real estate for many years in Bradenton / Sarasota and we’ve worked with quite a few property management companies. And it can be a great experience! Or a horrible experience… And so we thought we’d stop by and offer some tips for hiring your first property managers. Here you go!

Does your house have well water?

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Does your home use well water? If so, it’s important to understand how to periodically treat and test the water you’re using. At Manatee, we’ve bought and sold many properties that use well water in the more rural parts of Bradenton and there are a few things that people should be aware of. Here’s what one should keep in mind…

The State of the Market for Buyers in Bradenton Fl

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Is it still a buyer’s market today in Bradenton? As experts in the Bradenton real estate market, we get asked this question a lot. The answer isn’t as simple as yes or no. The State of the Market for Buyers in Bradenton Fl First off, it really depends on the property type and location. Single-family … Continued

Heat House For Less

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Want to keep your home warm without breaking the bank? At Manatee, we’ve helped a lot of homeowners with a lot of problems… and we’re no spring chicken when it comes to keeping a property heated on a budget. So we thought we’d come by and drop some tips for you :) Here you go!
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