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Five Tips for Affording Your First Home
Buying your first home is, of course, an exciting milestone, but it can also be stressful and overwhelming. You may feel pressured to...

Christine Elias
Jul 14 min read
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Growing Tourism in St. Pete: The Benefits of Owning a Vacation Home
After the decimation of St. Petersburg from Hurricanes Helene and Milton, the area is seeing a resurgence, thanks in large part to...

Christine Elias
May 273 min read
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Understanding the New Measure Related to 2022 Condominium Safety Laws
In response to residents' concerns about the rising costs of condominium ownership, the Florida Legislature recently signed off on a new...

Christine Elias
May 143 min read
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Did You Know? The Urban Dog Group Also Specializes in Commercial Real Estate
At The Urban Dog Group, we’re known for helping families (and their furry friends!) find their perfect homes — but our expertise doesn’t...

Christine Elias
Apr 273 min read
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How to Prepare Your Short-Term Rental Property for Spring Break
Believe it or not, spring break begins next week for many states in the South. With an uptick in travel plans to Central Florida and...

Christine Elias
Mar 102 min read
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Choosing the Right Realtor for Your Needs
According to a new survey by moveBuddha, Florida is still the most desired state to relocate to in America. The personal advisory...

Christine Elias
Feb 113 min read
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Why You Need a Buyer Brokerage Agreement
As a home buyer in Florida, it’s important that your personal interests are protected. After all, this purchase is most likely the...

Christine Elias
Dec 18, 20243 min read
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Best Practices for Buying and Selling in a Competitive Real Estate Market
In today’s blog post, let’s discuss four best practices for buying and selling in a competitive real estate market.

Christine Elias
Oct 9, 20243 min read
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The Benefits of Using a Local Mortgage Lender
Last month, we chatted about the benefits of a strong relationship  between your real estate agent and mortgage lender. If you've...

Christine Elias
Sep 18, 20242 min read
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Buying a House on the Water: What You Need to Know
With summer well underway, you may have a trip to the beach or lake on your calendar. While you’re there, it can be fun to consider...

Christine Elias
Jun 24, 20243 min read
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How to Determine Your Home’s Value
If you’re thinking about selling your home, the first step is determining your home’s value. While consumer sites include home values...

Christine Elias
May 10, 20242 min read
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Homeowners Insurance in Florida
It’s no secret that homeowners insurance in Florida can be challenging. While it is not legally required by the state, mortgage...

Christine Elias
Apr 24, 20242 min read
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A Housing Market Update to Kick Off 2024!
Happy New Year! There’s no better way to kick off 2024 than with an update on the housing market. So let’s get to it! A good indicator of...

Christine Elias
Jan 5, 20242 min read
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House Hunting as a Pet Owner
Moving is stressful enough — and the growing anxiety your pet feels as the stacks of boxes get higher and higher only makes it worse!...

Christine Elias
Oct 16, 20232 min read
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What to Do When Your House Isn't Selling
As I touched on in a recent blog post, the housing market is influx. Thanks to a still-high inventory and soaring mortgage rates, homes...

Christine Elias
Oct 9, 20232 min read
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What You Need to Know About Renting Versus Buying
You’re ready to look for a new home but unsure if it makes more sense to rent or buy. You’re not alone! Many people struggle to make...

Christine Elias
Jul 25, 20232 min read
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The Benefits of a Pet-Friendly Realtor
When it comes to finding the perfect house, home owners are driven by many needs: location, size, school systems, crime, and more. Many...

Christine Elias
Jun 16, 20232 min read
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Tips for Buying an Investment Property
It’s no secret that Central Florida is a hot spot for second homes and rental properties. If you’re ready to take on an investment...

Christine Elias
Jun 5, 20232 min read
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Tips for Buying a Fixer Upper
With spring home buying season well underway, it’s time to tackle a popular topic in the real estate industry: buying a fixer upper. If...

Christine Elias
Apr 18, 20233 min read
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How to Give Your Property More Curb Appeal
As interest rates continue to rise and economic uncertainty looms, the real estate market remains particularly competitive. As a home...

Christine Elias
Mar 13, 20232 min read
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