Selling Your Home During the Holiday Season
Do you want to give yourself a new home this holiday season? Although the housing market usually heats up in the spring, this festive...
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Christine Elias
- Sep 14
- 3 min
The Pros and Cons of an Open House
Home sellers and real estate agents often debate over whether or not to have an open house, a scheduled period of time that allows...
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Christine Elias
- Jun 9
- 2 min
Remote Work and the Real Estate Industry
TIME recently interviewed Brian Chesky, the CEO of Airbnb, about his announcement that employees can now work from anywhere, including...
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Christine Elias
- May 26
- 3 min
Your Home Maintenance Checklist: Part Two
Maintaining your home can help you save money on down-the-line repairs and prevent small problems from spiraling out of control. Last...
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Christine Elias
- Apr 29
- 3 min
Your Home Maintenance Checklist: Part One
Today’s blog post marks the first in a series focused on the importance of home maintenance. Before I begin, you may be wondering what...
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Christine Elias
- Apr 19
- 3 min
Want to Own an Airbnb? What You Need to Know
Airbnb (or Air Mattress Bed and Breakfast) is an online marketplace that connects people with short-term rentals (anything under a year)...
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Christine Elias
- Mar 17
- 3 min
Get Ready for Spring Home Buying Season
With families vacationing in the late summer and fall kicking off the start of another school year, April through July is affectionately...
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Christine Elias
- Feb 21
- 2 min
Top Towns for First-Time Home Buyers
Since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, the prices of homes have skyrocketed, leaving many first-time home buyers struggling to...
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Christine Elias
- Jan 27
- 3 min
The History of Maitland
With a population of 21,000, Maitland is one of Central Florida’s most attractive cities, thanks to its active art and history community,...
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Christine Elias
- Jan 17
- 2 min
What Will Orlando’s Real Estate Market Look Like in 2022?
As we head into the new year, it’s safe to say that the booming real estate market isn’t slowing down any time soon! In addition to homes...
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Christine Elias
- Dec 14, 2021
- 2 min
Ready to Move? Five Questions to Ask If You Want to Find a New Home in the New Year
In many ways, the new year feels like a fresh start. As you think ahead to 2022, you may be ready to make some big changes in your life —...
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Christine Elias
- Nov 29, 2021
- 2 min
The Importance of a Pre-Approval Letter When Buying a Home
If you’re hoping to begin the new year in a new home, you need to get your ducks in a row before you begin house hunting. That’s right:...
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Christine Elias
- Nov 16, 2021
- 3 min
Why Central Florida is Perfect for Pet Owners
It’s no surprise that Florida is a popular spot for out-of-state home buyers. From the year-round, sun-filled weather and beautiful...
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Christine Elias
- Sep 6, 2021
- 2 min
The History of Winter Park
Winter Park has a rich history. In 1881, Oliver Chapman and Loring A. Chase, both from New England, visited Central Florida and purchased...
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Christine Elias
- Aug 19, 2021
- 2 min
Want a Fixer Upper? What You Need to Know
It’s no secret that the housing market has been challenging for homebuyers over the past year. Houses are priced high and often sell...
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Christine Elias
- Aug 10, 2021
- 1 min
August 2021
For every house is built by someone, but God is the builder of everything. – Hebrews 3:4 Dear Friend, One thing that the pandemic has...
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Christine Elias
- Jul 23, 2021
- 3 min
The History of New Smyrna Beach
New Smyrna Beach is located on the “Fun Coast” of eastern Central Florida. Coincidentally, their local area code — 386 — spells out FUN!...
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Christine Elias
- Jun 17, 2021
- 3 min
How to Hire the Right Moving Company
You’ve survived the stress and chaos of preparing your house for sale, scheduling showings and open houses, and house hunting for a new...
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Christine Elias
- Jun 2, 2021
- 2 min
June 2021
Come to me, all who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. – Matthew 11:28 Dear Friend, It’s time for summer vacations!...
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Christine Elias
- May 18, 2021
- 2 min
The History of Orlando
The history of Orlando dates back to 1838 in the midst of the Seminole Wars. The United States Army built Fort Gatlin to the south of the...
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