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Are you dealing with bad smells in your home?

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Are you dealing with some funky smells in a house that you want to sell? Unfortunately, the smell of a home is a HUGE factor that determines whether buyers will make you an offer or not. A home that doesn’t smell right… It doesn’t sell very fast. Maybe you’re dealing with pet odors, mold, or … Continued

Stuck with an investment property in Bradenton?

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Stuck with an investment property? 🙁 Real estate is a great investment and you’ve probably read somewhere before that there’s the potential to make a lot of money in repairing and flipping properties or keeping them as rentals. That’s true! But also… the market fluctuates. And sometimes, real estate investing doesn’t feel like everything it … Continued

Do you need to relocate for work?

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Do you need to relocate for work? Depending on how far you’re moving, that can be a big job that requires a lot of time, effort, and money — hopefully, the new employer will help pay for the cost of the move. In fact, if you’re wondering what sort of costs to expect, here’s a … Continued

Are bad contractors costing you?

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Are contractors botching the work on your home? This happens wayyy too often. Some contractors think that they can do poor quality work and get away with it. Unfortunately, they usually do get away with it… And sometimes the best thing you can do is fire them before they do more damage to your home. … Continued

Home improvements to make by age of home

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Thinking of updating your home but don’t know where to start? Well, at Manatee, we’ve been working with real estate in Bradenton and Sarasota for quite a while now. And we’ve learned a thing or two about upgrading and repairing older homes. In fact, to help YOU, here are some of the most important updates/repairs … Continued

Negotiating tips for home sellers

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Selling your house? 🏠 Well, it’s a good idea to be prepared for negotiations. Always remember that — if you haven’t signed a contract yet — it’s still possible to negotiate the price and buying conditions with your real estate agent and the home buyer. In fact, you should. (You want to make as much … Continued

Looking for a Bradenton real estate agent to help with probate?

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Looking for a real estate agent to help with probate? Going through probate can be a long and challenging process. And the last thing anyone wants is to choose a real estate agent that makes the probate process MORE DIFFICULT than it needs to be. Ideally, you’ll want to work with an agent who has … Continued

Thinking of upgrading your Bradenton home to a tankless water heater?

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Thinking of upgrading to a tankless water heater? 🌊 Well, you’re not alone! Those are very popular among homebuyers and homeowners right now. While tankless water heaters are more expensive than a storage water heater or a heat pump, they are also more energy-efficient and can save you money down the road. Not to mention … Continued

What do real estate agents actually DO?

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Thinking of selling your home by going the traditional route… through a real estate agent? Well, you wouldn’t be alone. Millions of people around the nation work with real estate agents every year to make real estate transactions easier and more seamless. But here’s a question that you might not have the answer to… What … Continued

Tips for selling your Bradenton house fast on the MLS

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Want to sell your home faster? As it is, the average time to sell on the MLS is right around 90 days, according to Zillow. And while many people, for various reasons, need to sell faster than that — maybe they need to move because of work or family changes, for instance — doing so … Continued

How to tell if someone is serious about buying your house

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Someone promising to buy your house? Well, that’s awesome. But remember, even the most well-intended promise (from a neighbor or family member, for instance) isn’t a guarantee unless they’ve signed a contract. It’s unfortunate, but at Manatee, we’ve worked with a lot of homeowners who counted on someone’s promise to buy their home. But they … Continued

Best tips to consider before remodeling your home

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Want to remodel your kitchen? According to a survey by the National Association of House Buyers, kitchen remodels are the most common type of remodeling, followed by the bathroom, the entire house, and room additions. So you’re definitely not alone in wanting to remodel your kitchen. But how much is it going to cost? And … Continued

Worried about your Bradenton home’s air quality?

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Have you considered improving your home’s air quality? It’s probably not something you spend a lot of time thinking about, but today’s buyers are actually pretty diligent about NOT buying homes with poor indoor air quality. One study by UL Environment of 1,000 consumers found that 70% of Americans are actively looking for “greener products” … Continued

Should you remodel or sell your Bradenton house?

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Wishing your home was more modern or updated? There are a lot of cool things that can be done with homes today (kitchen islands, efficient power systems and appliances, smart devices for controlling temperature, etc.) to increase value AND make living spaces more comfortable. But here’s a question… Is it best for a homeowner to … Continued
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