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Refinancing your mortgage is a great way to benefit from the equity you’ve built and lower your monthly payment. But there are also some drawbacks. At Manatee, we’ve worked in real estate in Bradenton/Sarasota for quite some time. We’ve learned a thing or two about buying, selling, and yes… even refinancing homes. So SHOULD YOU … Continued

For many homeowners in Bradenton and Sarasota, the electrical bill is a sizable portion of their monthly expenses. But with a little effort and planning, you can reduce your power bill. At Manatee, we’ve been in real estate in Bradenton for quite some time. We’ve learned a lot about buying and selling properties, renovating homes, … Continued

Is your real estate agent doing everything they should be? Unless you’re a real estate expert, it’s hard to know if the agent you hired is genuinely working hard to sell your home or if they’re just waiting for their commission check. At Manatee, we’ve bought and sold many properties and worked with numerous real … Continued

Thinking of buying a new house but wondering if you can get approved for a mortgage? The good news is that there are many different types of home loans for various types of homebuyers. And there will likely be something that works for you, too. We thought it might be helpful to give you an … Continued

To most buyers and real estate agents, your home is simply a commodity — a product that can generate profit (for the agent) or fulfill a need (for buyers). But to you, it’s much more than that. It’s your home — a place filled with memories and time spent with family. This is why selling … Continued

If you’re selling a house for the first time (or even the second or third time), you’re probably wondering what paperwork is required to sell your home. At Manatee, we’ve spent many years buying and selling real estate in Bradenton and Sarasota, and we’re here to help. Here’s a list of the main paperwork you’ll … Continued

When you’re selling your home without a real estate agent, you’re in charge of marketing, showing, and ultimately selling your home. Each of these steps has its challenges, but let’s focus on one crucial aspect: showing your home. At Manatee, we’ve been buying and selling homes in Bradenton for a long time, and we’re always … Continued

Determining the value of your home as a FSBO (For Sale By Owner) seller and setting the right sale price can be a challenge. At Manatee, we’ve bought and sold numerous properties in Bradenton and Sarasota, and here’s some advice based on our experience for setting the initial sale price for your property. Steps to … Continued

Buying a home? That’s an exciting milestone! But it can also be a bit overwhelming. At Manatee, we’ve been active in the Bradenton and Sarasota real estate markets for quite some time. We’ve learned a lot over the years and thought it might be helpful to share some tips for purchasing a property you can … Continued

Having trouble with your HVAC system? Need some troubleshooting tips? At Manatee, we’ve been buying, selling, and fixing properties in Bradenton – Sarasota for a long time. Over the years, we’ve picked up a few tips on how to troubleshoot HVAC systems. What is HVAC? HVAC stands for “heating, ventilation, and air conditioning.” It’s an … Continued

Thinking of selling your home without a real estate agent? By going the FSBO (For Sale By Owner) route, you’ll avoid a lot of extra fees and have the freedom to market, show, and sell your home on your own terms. But here’s a question you might be wondering about… Should You List Your FSBO … Continued

Selling your home FSBO (For Sale By Owner) is an exciting venture! It means fewer fees and gives you more control over when you sell, how you sell, and whom you sell to. However, it also comes with its challenges — without a real estate agent, you’ll need to handle the marketing, showings, negotiations, and … Continued

Thinking of replacing the carpet in your house? Here at Manatee, we’ve bought and sold numerous homes in Bradenton and Sarasota, and that means we’ve replaced a LOT of carpet. So, we’ve picked up some useful tips along the way that we’d like to share with you. Tips for Replacing Your Carpet Rent the Right … Continued

Wondering how to repair your hardwood floors? For today’s buyers, hardwood floors are a desirable aspect of a home. In fact, more real estate agents agree that homes with hardwood floors are easier to sell! But that’s not true if the floor is damaged. At Manatee, we’ve been working in Bradenton-Sarasota for quite some time … Continued

When you’re buying a home, how can you tell if you got a good deal or not? Real estate agents might say it’s a good deal… The seller might say it’s a good deal… But is there a way that you can run the numbers for yourself? At Manatee, we’ve been buying and selling real … Continued