Best Eco-Friendly Wall Coverings
More than just a stylish appealing trend, sustainability is sought after in all phases of design from construction methods and materials to wall and floor coverings. As demand for these natural products grows, manufacturers and retailers have begun to offer options made from a variety of earth-friendly materials. Many designers have also stepped up to […]
How FHA Loans Work
FHA loans are a great option for first time home buyers — if this is your first home purchase, a Florida FHA home loan is probably your best option with its low down payment and easier credit standards. Your down payment can be as low as 3.5% of the purchase price and closing costs and […]
Summertime Fireplace Maintenance Tips
Summertime in Florida is a great time to do deep-down house and yard cleaning: gardening, cleaning windows, outdoor paint touch-ups, etc. This is the time of year to get your house, yard, and outbuildings checked out for any wintertime damage, have those things repaired, and get them looking their best. One item that you never […]
Ins and Outs of a VA Loan
What is a VA Loan? A VA Loan is a segment of the GI Bill was that signed into law by President Franklin D. Roosevelt to provide veterans with a federally guaranteed home loan with no down payment. It’s one of the ways we thank our veterans for their service. What Service Members Need to […]
Top Springtime Places to Take Your Kids in Florida
All Kids Included Family Arts Festival The 12th annual festival is a free event that features multidisciplinary art experiences for kids with and without disabilities. Each aspect of the fest is designed to be fully accessible and will utilize ASL interpretation, large print, Braille, sighted guides, audio description, sensory-friendly programs, and shadow interpreted theater. Museum […]
Odd Topic Museums in Florida
T.T. Wentworth Jr. Florida State Museum 330 S Jefferson St, Pensacola, FL, 32502 (850) 595-5990 T.T. Wentworth, Jr., as the story goes, was a compulsive collector who never threw anything away. As an eight-year-old, he found an 1851 gold coin on the beach, which sparked a fascination in history. Over time, thousands of items comprised […]
Best Irish Pubs in Florida
When you think of St. Patrick’s Day and Irish pubs, Florida is probably not the first place that comes to mind. However, we did some searching and found a few of the best Irish pubs across the Sunshine State. J.G. McGuinness Irish Pub & Restaurant – Weston McGuinness Irish Pub & Restaurant has served the local population […]
Selling Your Home? First, Work on Selling Your Yard
One of your first priorities when putting your property on the market should be an objective overview of the visual appeal of your landscaping. Ideally, you want potential buyers approaching your home to see a pleasant, neat, and well-kept yard. First impressions matter—the initial curbside glance should convey to buyers, that you as the current […]
Downsizing for Empty Nesters and Retirees
It sounds so satisfying, in a way, the prospect of working your whole life and then retiring—it’s a goal most of us have, to reach for a reward for decades of toil. With no deadlines to meet, no schedules to keep, no one to answer to, retirement means time to travel, engage in hobbies there […]
Top Ten Reasons to Use a Mortgage Broker
Working with a direct lender like a bank may seem like the thing to do—but an independent third party can offer impartial advice. A mortgage broker has access to a much wider array of products; a mortgage broker’s services can help you make sound financial decisions. Still not convinced? Take a look at these 10 […]
