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The October 2023 Real Estate Stats for Pinellas County With the first month of the 3rd quarter in 2023 complete, the Pinellas County real estate market remains strong in many ways, albeit

Our Top 5 Favorite Holiday Cocktail RecipesWith holiday entertaining in the forecast for many folks this holiday season and well into January, The Sandy Hartmann Group has put together a list

5 Creative Buyer Incentives Sellers Can Use to Get Their Homes Sold FasterWith buyers feeling stressed about higher mortgage interest rates in today’s market, sellers are increasingly

What You Need to Know About 4-Point InspectionsBuying or Selling a Home?Whether you are buying or selling a home in the Tampa Bay area, a 4-point inspection is a type of home inspection that

The September 2023 Real Estate Stats for Pinellas County, FLSeptember was another strong month in real estate in terms of price increases, and a year-over-year increase in closed sales as well.

10 Fall Maintenance Tips for Your Home in FloridaCheck out our list of handy fall maintenance tips for your home to prepare you and your home for another beautiful fall season! It’s never too

Why A Vacant House Will Be the Most Expensive Home You’ll Ever Own You read that right. A common misconception is if you own a vacant home (especially one without an existing

10 Things That Will Keep Your Home From Selling in Today’s Housing Market In today’s housing market, the Pinellas County area has seen record growth. However, as many homeowners already know,

Why Getting a Survey is Important Before You Close on a Home For many first-time home buyers and even folks who have purchased homes in the past, the reasons for needing a land survey before a

The August 2023 Real Estate Stats for Pinellas CountyThe August real estate stats for Pinellas County have arrived and the story about our housing market hasn’t changed much since last month.

The Original Luxury Condo Communities In Downtown St. Pete You Need to SeeAmong the many reasons for purchasing an upscale home in a sophisticated, exquisite community in St Petersburg, FL,

5 Ways To Quickly Increase The Value Of Your HomeIf you’re thinking about selling your home in the near future, you’re probably also wondering how to get it sold FAST and for TOP DOLLAR. While

10 of Our Favorite Places to Dock and Dine in Pinellas CountyPinellas County is the 2nd smallest county in the state of Florida. However, despite its small size, Pinellas has some of the best

5 Home Improvements That Can Lower Your Homeowner’s Insurance Rates in FloridaAs Floridians who live in the hurricane belt, with a recently terrible disaster in Southeast Florida, homeowner’s

The Latest Real Estate Stats for Pinellas County- July 2023We’d be lying if we didn’t say the real estate market has been on everyone’s mind lately. With fluctuating interest rates making

The Top 5 Things Millennial Home Buyers Want in a HomeAs Millennial home buyers flood the Tampa Bay real estate market, many sellers are considering a move to take advantage the demand for homes

Why We Love the Imperial Point Neighborhood of Seminole and LargoAre you thinking about a move to Florida or the Pinellas County area and looking for a neighborhood that's just minutes to the Gulf

Protect Yourself From Property Fraud With This Free Alert Service in Pinellas CountyUnfortunately, reports of property and mortgage fraud in the State of Florida have been growing over the years.

For Sale: Magnificent Waterfront Home in Madeira Beach, Florida501 Lillian Drive, Madeira Beach, FL 33708ENJOY ENDLESS SUNSETS AND SUNRISES FROM THIS MAGNIFICENT 4BR/3.5 BATH, CUSTOM-BUILT HOME WITH

The Do’s and Don’ts of Flipping Homes         Flipping homes is something we’ve all read about in the news at one time or another, especially in this

6 Tips For Homeowners You Need To Know AboutThinking about buying a home? Or did you just buy a home? Either way, every homeowner should know about these 6 tips below to maximize the value of your

The June 2023 Real Estate Stats for Pinellas CountyThe latest monthly real estate stats for Pinellas County are in and while sales and new listings continue to show year over year declines, price

What is the Florida Milestone Inspection and How Does it Affect Your Condo?In May of 2022, the Florida Legislature passed Senate Bill 4-D, creating new requirements for condo and co-op buildings

Tips For Saving Money On Back To School Supplies For The 2023 And 2024 School YearWith summer in full swing, it may feel premature to already be thinking about the 2023/2024 school year. However,

Changes To The Florida Hometown Heroes Loan Program As Of July 1st, 2023If you’re a first-time home buyer in the State of Florida, employed by a company that has offices or a physical location in

The May 2023 Real Estate Stats for Pinellas County, FL The latest Pinellas County real estate stats are here and we’ve broken down all the highlights so you know exactly what’s happening in

Why June is a Great Month to List a Home for SaleWe know, we know, it’s so hard to pick the perfect time to list a home for sale in today’s fast-paced real estate market. Sellers are

The April 2023 Real Estate Stats for Pinellas County, FLApril was a busy month in the Pinellas County real estate market, kicking off the 2nd quarter of the year with more year-over-year price

Tips for Boarding Your Pets During a Hurricane EvacuationAs many of you know, the Florida hurricane season officially begins on June 1st and runs through November 30th. Many of us Florida Residents

Important Links for Hurricane Season in Pinellas CountyCheck out these valuable online resources to help you prepare for and track any upcoming storms during the Florida hurricane season. See below

Important Safety Tips For the 2023 Hurricane SeasonWith the start of the 2023 hurricane season, it's always better to be prepared in advance. In the event that we have an active hurricane season, we

The Top 10 Cities Where Home Prices Have Grown the Most in Pinellas County, FLWhen it comes to the Pinellas County real estate market, it’s no secret that home prices have grown in record

The March 2023 Real Estate Stats for Pinellas County       Spring is in the air and historically, the busiest season in real estate in Tampa Bay. However, as we’ve seen

What Every Seller Should Know About Home InspectionsWhen the time comes to sell your home, it’s important to know what to expect if and when  the buyer asks for a home inspection. While

How Much Money Selling Your Home By Owner Really Saves YouWe hear it all the time as Realtors, a neighbor or potential client tells us that they would love to list their house for sale with a

Small Business Spotlight: Learn More About Cappello & Co Diamonds and Fine Jewelry in Belleair BluffsProposals, Valentine’s Day, birthday celebrations, graduations and more…these are all

Why We’re Still in a Seller’s Market in Tampa BayYou’re likely reading headlines in the news everyday about the slumping housing market, but it’s important to remember that individual

Cancel Your PMI Years Ahead of Time (Private Mortgage Insurance)With rising home prices and increasing rental rates, many people are choosing to buy a home with less than a 20% down payment. 

The February 2023 Pinellas County Real Estate StatsThe February 2023 real estate stats for Pinellas County, FL are here and while closed sales are down year over year, sale prices remain,&

10 Great Housewarming Gift Ideas for 2023When it comes to giving a great housewarming gift, finding the right gift can be challenging, especially if you haven’t been to the new home that’s

Why a Multi-Family Property Might Be The Perfect Real Estate InvestmentAre you thinking about investing in real estate in the Pinellas County this year and want to know more about

Why Are Home Prices Rising if Sales are Slowing?The 2023 Florida housing market has been a confusing one for many buyers and homeowners since the start of the year. Home sales have noticeably

The January 2023 Real Estate Stats for Pinellas County The January 2023 real estate stats for Pinellas County are here and as always, we have broken down the most important information for our

10 Home Improvement Projects That Will Help You Sell Your Home for More in 2023When it comes to owning a home, it’s not only important to protect your investment by properly maintaining it over

Small Business Spotlight: Linda Wolbert of Sign of the DolphinWhen it comes to retirement in Florida, Linda Wolbert will tell you she’s already been there, done that, and decided it wasn’t for

Nothing Keeps A House On The Market in 2023 Longer Than OverpricingWhile 2023 is the year of change in our housing market, it's important to remember that nothing keeps a house on the market

Small Business Spotlight: Mandi Tucker And Salon 131 & Facial SpaSometimes the best business ideas come from the people you are closest to, after all they often know you best. In the case of

Everything You Should Know About Florida Prepaid CollegeFlorida Prepaid College Plans and Why You Want It For Your KidsNew to the idea of Florida pre-paid college for your kids and want to know

7 Tips for Owning a Vacation Rental Property in FloridaThinking about investing in a vacation rental property in Florida? When it comes to owning a vacation rental, the profit potential and having

The Latest Real Estate Stats for Pinellas CountyThe December real estate stats for Pinellas County are in and while sales remain down in this slower market, median home prices continue to exceed

The Pinellas County Sewer Lateral Rebate Program, ExplainedYou may have heard that Pinellas County is implementing a new program called the ‘PSL (Private Sewer Lateral) Rebate Program’ for

Small Business Spotlight- JD Christie of Summit Fitness in Belleair Bluffs, FL10 years ago, life was just about as good as it gets for JD Christie. He had just bought his first home, married the

Assumable Mortgages: What Are They And How Can They Help Buyers and Sellers In Today’s Real Estate MarketWith high mortgage rates on the minds of many home buyers right now and a slowing

Small Business Spotlight: John Messmore of Sweet Sage Cafe"73 Years Without a Steady Job"If you’ve ever driven down Gulf Blvd through the Redington or Madeira Beach areas, you’ve likely

Homeowner Alert: The Risks of Selling Your Home “Subject To”Are you considering selling your home? In today’s market, some homes aren’t moving as fast as they used to, causing

5 Tips for Investing in Rental Properties in FloridaThinking about investing in rental properties? We can help with that! Rental properties are a great way to build a lucrative real estate

10 Things to Know About 1031 ExchangesYou’ve probably heard of a 1031 exchange, but have you ever considered the benefits of using one to defer taxes when you sell a property? Wondering how it

Pinellas County 2021-2022 School Grades and School Zone Locator ToolFor many homeowners and potential home buyers, school zones are an important consideration.Luckily, Pinellas County 

The November 2022 Real Estate Stats for Pinellas CountyWith the end of 2022 just around the corner, we’re sharing the latest real estate market stats for Pinellas County. Find out�

5 Reasons to Buy a Home in Today’s Real Estate MarketWhile it’s true that mortgage interest rates are higher than they were last year, there are several good reasons buyers should be

20 Tips To Sell Your Home For Top Dollar in Today's MarketThinking of selling your home and want to know where to start?At the Sandy Hartmann Group, not only do we provide a FREE professional

10 Great Reasons to Move to Tampa Bay FloridaDreaming of living by the beach, soaking up the Florida sunshine and finding paradise? If so, then you're in luck! We're sharing the Top 10

Discover the Gated Community of the Bayou Club in Seminole, FloridaHave you been searching for the perfect gated community in Florida to call home? How about one that's adjacent to one of Tampa Bay

7 Tips for Buying a Waterfront Home in FloridaFor many home buyers, buying a waterfront home or condo is one of the most exciting experiences they’ll ever have when it comes to buying a home.

The October 2022 Pinellas County Real Estate StatsThe October 2022 real estate stats for Pinellas County are here and while the number of sales were down last month, home prices continue to

Dinner Party Cocktails We LoveCrafting up fancy cocktails always puts us in a good mood! If you've been planning that perfect dinner party, holiday get together, or want to host a simple happy hour

What’s Happening with Home Prices in Pinellas County?    Like much of the country, the Pinellas County housing market has been going through a lot of changes since the beginning

The September 2022 Pinellas County Real Estate StatsWith the end of the 3rd quarter of 2022, the Pinellas County housing market saw a noticeable slowdown in closed home sales, but home prices

How Staging Your Home Can Help You Sell it for More Money  With slowing home price growth in the Tampa Bay housing market, sellers are more anxious than ever when it comes to selling

3 Reasons Why Vacant Land in Florida Might Be the Next Best Investment You MakeThere’s a saying you may have heard about real estate that goes, “Don’t wait to buy real estate, buy

The August 2022 Pinellas County Real Estate Stats The August stats are finally here and while there’s A LOT of data to look at, we’ve broken down all the most important numbers and trends in

How Long is it Taking Homes in Pinellas County to Sell Right Now?With a noticeable deceleration in the Tampa Bay real estate market, sellers continue to sell their homes at higher prices

Where are Homes in Pinellas County Selling the Fastest?In today’s news, the real estate market seems to always be top of mind. With mortgage interest rates bouncing around, home prices

What’s Actually Happening with Home Prices in Florida Today?One of the biggest questions people are asking right now is: what’s happening with home prices in Florida? There are headlines

Need to Know: How to Avoid Rental ScamsSadly, rental scams across the U.S. have become more and more common as rental prices grow and inventory becomes harder to find. As the number of rental

The July 2022 Pinellas County Real Estate StatsThe July 2022 real estate stats for Pinellas County are here! With summer came more housing inventory, higher interest rates, and a little less

The Top 10 Items You Should Fix Before Selling Your HomeWhen most homeowners think about selling their home, getting their property into the MLS and to the closing table is usually what comes to

Try This Simple Cost of Living Calculator Before Your Next MoveThinking about a move to a new place can be a really exciting time! A move to a new state or even across a state can take a lot of

Understanding The Florida Homeowners Portability Benefit And Why Its ImportantIf you own property in Florida and have heard the term ‘portability’ and feel perplexed, you’re not alone! This

The June 2022 Pinellas County Real Estate Market StatsApril showers bring May flowers, but what about June?? Last month, the June 2022 housing market delivered a nice bump in housing

6 Ways To Keep Your Home From Falling Out of ContractIn today’s real estate market, many homeowners are thinking about selling, but also a bit nervous about all the news circulating when it

3 Common Ways to Avoid Probate on Your Real Estate InvestmentsEvery year we have many properties we list for sale that have had to go through the timely process of probate before they’re legally

How to Avoid Capital Gains Taxes on Your Real Estate InvestmentsIt's no secret that one of the best growth investments out there is real estate investing. If you want to grow your wealth, investing

Luxury Homes Remain in High Demand in Pinellas County, FLAs people realize their needs are changing, some are turning to luxury housing to find their dream home. Investopedia helps define

The May 2022 Real Estate Stats for Pinellas CountyThe real estate stats for May 2022 in Pinellas County are here! Our area saw another strong month in real estate with higher year over year sale

5 Things You Should Know Before Buying a Home with a PoolWith summer in full swing in the Tampa Bay area, many folks turn to their swimming pools to beat the summer heat. For homeowners and

How Fast Are Homes Selling in Pinellas County Right Now?With the 1st half of 2022 almost complete, many homeowners in Pinellas County are wondering what mortgage rate increases and rising

JUST LISTED...Waterfront Condo For Sale In Isla Del Sol In St Petersburg FL6265 SUN BOULEVARD Unit #1203, ST PETERSBURG, Florida 33715 Offered at $699,000Breathtaking Waterviews from every

The April 2022 Pinellas County Real Estate StatsThe April 2022 real estate stats for Pinellas County are in! Last month was another whirlwind month for many home sellers and buyers, despite the

Are There More Homes Coming onto the Pinellas County Housing Market?Wondering what's going on in the Tampa Bay real estate market after reading daily headlines about a possible recession, real

Our Favorite Poolside CocktailsWith summer upon us, and many more warm weekends that simply call us to the pool, we thought it’d be fun to share 5 of our favorite poolside cocktails. These adult

Changes to the Florida 4-Point Inspection You Should Know AboutAs of September 1st, 2018, new requirements for 4-point home inspections took effect. When buying or selling a home, it’s

6 Local Businesses Around the City of Seminole We LoveWe've decided to periodically share some of our favorite local businesses across the Tampa Bay Area! These are businesses we have used time

Treasure Island Homes for SaleTreasure Island is one of the most coveted real estate destinations in Pinellas County and possibly the Tampa Bay Area. Finding the right home in Treasure Island can be

Madeira Beach Homes for SaleMadeira Beach...one of our favorite places to show homes...it offers a variety of housing options at many different price points to suit just about any buyer need. Over

10 Ways to Prepare Your Home to Sell for More MoneyIn our ever-changing housing market, we pride ourselves on helping our clients get top dollar for their homes! Read below to see our top 10 ways

See a List of Upcoming Open Houses in Seminole, FloridaConsidering buying a home in Seminole and want to check out some open houses? At The Sandy Hartmann Group, we're happy to help! As the #1

10 Big Changes Coming To The Tyrone And West St Petersburg Area Of Pinellas CountyIn case you haven’t heard all the chatter around town, there are a lot of changes coming to the Tyrone/West St

Pinellas County  March 2022 Real Estate Stats Well, if anyone is still wondering how the 2022 Pinellas County real estate market is going, the March 2022 real estate stats tell us

Pinellas County School Zones and Why It's Important When You Buy Your Next HomeWhat School Zone Will Your Next Home Be In?One of the other MAJOR items many home buyers consider is where they want

The Top 10 Home Trends for 2022Home Office (aka Zoom Room)- A recent Zillow survey found that finding a home with a dedicated office is at the top of the list for most buyers these days. It’s

Things To Know if You Want to Build a House in FloridaIf you’re ready to move up to a larger or newer home, you may be trying to decide whether you want to buy a home that's already on the

Our Views on the 2022 Tampa Bay Housing MarketThe Tampa Bay housing market was a shining star in 2021, ranked #4 for sales and growth in the ENTIRE United States housing market, according to

Waterfront Home Listed for Sale in Oakhurst Shores of Seminole, FL!5679 Bayview Dr, Seminole, FL 33772WELCOME HOME TO THIS IMPECCABLY MAINTAINED 3BR/2BA HOME IN THE COVETED BOATING COMMUNITY OF

New Florida Condo Financing Rules You Need to Know AboutIn the aftermath of the Surfside Condo collapse in Miami, Federal mortgage underwriters, Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac have decided they will

10 Tips to Improve Your Credit Score to Buy a HomeWhether you’re thinking about buying your first home, planning on investing in a vacation home, or if it’s just been a while since your last

The Pinellas County Real Estate Market Stats for January 2022The January real estate stats for the Pinellas County real estate market are in! All we can say is that we think 2022 is going to be

Why Millennials Are Moving to St. Petersburg, FLDid you know the median age of residents in St. Petersburg, FL has dropped to 41.8? Millennials continue to choose St. Pete as one of their top

Find Out Which Cities Have the Highest and Lowest Property Tax Rates in Pinellas County, FloridaMost people will agree that buying a home is one of the BIGGEST investments they'll ever make. Like

Buyers Want To Know: Why Is Housing Supply Still So Low in Florida?One key question that’s top of mind for Florida homebuyers this year is: why is it so hard to find a house to buy? The

The December 2021 Real Estate Stats for Pinellas County, FloridaThe December 2021 stats are in and as you can imagine it was another wild month in real estate in the Pinellas County market. Closed

Title Insurance- What Is It & Who Pays For It?When buying or selling a home, it's only natural for each party to wonder what their closing costs will be and who pays for what. Title insurance

4 Tips to Maximize the Sale of Your Home in 2022Homeowners ready to make a move are definitely in a great position to sell in today's housing market. Housing inventory is incredibly low in the Tampa

5 Tips for Improving Air Quality in Your HomeFor many homeowners who experience allergies, frequent ailments, or who have pets, air quality is something that should be at the top of the list when

5 Things to Know About Investing in Condo-Hotel PropertiesIf you've been thinking about adding a vacation rental property to your real estate investment portfolio, condo-hotels may be a unique

Tampa Bay Area Ranked as One of the Top 5 Real Estate Markets in the CountryWhile the pandemic created many complications in many aspects of people’s lives over the past 2 years, it also created

10 Tips for Preparing Your Pet for a MoveDid you know that 70% of U.S. households own one or more pets? Dogs are the #1 most popular pet in the country, with over 63 million households owning a

Luxury Home for Sale in Pass a Grille Beach FL- Live in Tampa Bay!Listed by the Sandy Hartmann Group of Keller Williams RealtyWELCOME TO THE REMARKABLE 'TARIFA' RESIDENCE IN PASS A GRILLE ,

The September 2021 Pinellas County Real Estate StatsThe September 2021 real estate stats for Pinellas County are here! At first glance, it appears that closed sales and new pending sales have

Everything You Need to Know About Living in the City of SeminoleWhen you think about moving to the Tampa Bay area of Florida, the cities of Tampa, St Petersburg, or Clearwater Beach likely come to

Home Office Updates You Need Right NowWorking from home is a newly embraced style of employment for many homeowners around the country thanks to the recent Pandemic. While working from home can

The Truth About Tampa Bay's Home Buyer DemandWhen it comes to the latest news in Tampa Bay real estate, there are a lot of sensational headlines in the media. In times like this, when it can be

Understanding Your Options To Avoid ForeclosureEven though experts agree there’s no chance of a large-scale foreclosure crisis heading towards the Tampa Bay area, there are a number of

5 Laundry Room Hacks To Keep You Organized & Maximize SpaceWhether you have a large, spacious laundry room or a small space nestled inside your home, these 5 laundry room hacks will help you keep

De-Clutter Your Kitchen in 5 Simple StepsIt happens to the best of us, we move into our homes, settle in and over the years the clutter begins to pile up. Before we know it, we have drawers and

5 Beautiful Features to Consider When Remodeling Your BathroomRemodeling a bathroom can not only be expensive and time-consuming, but homeowners often face a variety of design decisions to make

Questions To Ask Yourself Before Buying a Home in FloridaSometimes it can feel like everyone has advice when it comes to buying a home. While your friends and loved ones may have your best interests

The Pinellas County Real Estate Stats for June 2021What a month June 2021 was for the Pinellas County Real Estate Market! Check out the breakdown of the latest real estate stats below to find out

Staging Your Living Room To Sell Your HomeThinking about selling your home and wondering how to get top dollar? With more inventory hitting the market and a predicted ‘cooling off’ when it

Today’s Biggest Home Buyer Concerns in the Tampa Bay AreaLast week, Fannie Mae released their Home Purchase Sentiment Index (HPSI). Though the survey showed 77% of

How Much Will Home Prices Go Up in the Next 5 Years?Home prices have increased significantly over the last year in Florida and the Greater Tampa Bay Area, which in turn has grown the net worth of

Our Real Estate Market Predictions For The 2nd Half of 2021As we move into the latter half of 2021, questions about what’s to come in the housing market are top of mind for many buyers and,

What To Do When There's an Appraisal Gap on the Home You're BuyingIn today’s Tampa Bay real estate market, low housing inventory and high demand are driving up home prices. As many as

The Pinellas County Real Estate Stats for May 2021The Pinellas County housing market just had another banner month in real estate, with no slow-down in sight! Read below to find out more about

Your Tampa Bay Rental Market UpdateRemember back in 2020 when we had COVID-19 related shutdowns and everyone started working remotely and ditching their rentals in highly populated cities? How

Who's Buying All The Housing Inventory?Housing inventory is at its lowest levels in history right now across the United States...but who's buying all the homes? Out of the 5 age groups of people in

3 Important Tips for Getting Top Dollar For Your HomeThe Tampa Bay housing market is full of unprecedented opportunities for sellers right now. High buyer demand combined with

The April 2021 Real Estate Stats for Pinellas County, FLThe April 2021 real estate stats for Pinellas County are here! If you’ve been reading the news headlines this week, nationally real estate

3 Reasons Why You Should Sell Your House Now If You've Been Thinking About ItIt's no surprise that 2021 is the year of the seller when it comes to the Florida housing market. If you’re a homeowner

Discover the Bardmoor Golf Community in Largo, FLThinking about buying a home in the Seminole/Largo area of Pinellas County? Looking for a beautiful Golf Community? The Bardmoor Golf and Tennis

Discover The 55+ Community of Tamarac By The Gulf in Seminole, FL Looking for a retirement community nestled in the fabulous City of Seminole and just minutes from the white, sandy Gulf

Upcoming Flood Insurance Changes for Pinellas County You Need to Know AboutAs many residents of Florida already know, there has been a lot of chatter about flood insurance changes coming towards

The March 2021 Real Estate Stats for Pinellas CountyThe Pinellas County, FL real estate market has been anything but dull since the start of 2021. As always, we have dug into the stats and have

The Weekly Real Estate Stats For Pinellas County April 19th, 2021The Breakdown for the Past 7 Days:New Listings- Slight decrease of -3.5% in the past 7 days. The median list

5 Reasons Why Tampa Bay Housing Prices Continue to Rise Low Inventory- The Tampa Bay area of Florida could handle up to 5 TIMES more inventory hitting the market TODAY and we would then be in

Learn More About The Tides Beach Club Condos On North Redington BeachIf you’ve been looking for that resort-lifestyle experience on the white, sandy beaches of Florida’s Gulf Coast, then keep

Learn More About The Surfside Towers Condominium in Madeira BeachLooking for the perfect condo on the beach to call home? Or a beachfront investment property you can generate income from?

Find Out How Much Money You Can Save Selling Your Home 'By Owner' in Pinellas CountyThis is a question many homeowners have been asking themselves in our HOT real estate market...and a

Everything You Need to Know About the Seminole Isle Community of Seminole, FLIf you’ve been searching for the perfect townhouse and condo community by the water in the Seminole, Florida area,’

Discovering the Traditions Neighborhood of Seminole, FL If you’ve ever driven down Oakhurst Road in Seminole towards the Park Blvd bridge to the beaches, then you’ve probably driven past

What’s the Difference between an Appraisal and a Home Inspection?If you’re planning to buy a home in the Tampa Bay Area of Florida this year, an appraisal is an important step;

Contemporary Luxury Home For Sale In Redington Beach!Just Listed by The Sandy Hartmann Group for $2,450,000RARE AND BEAUTIFUL WATERFRONT RETREAT UNLIKE ANY OTHER IN REDINGTON BEACH! THIS GATED

What Will Happen to the Tampa Bay Housing Market When Homeowners Leave Their Forbearance Plans?According to the latest report from Black Knight, Inc., a well-respected provider of

Retire in Florida & Live in the Sea Towers 55+ Community of St Petersburg, FLHave you been thinking about retirement and/or moving to Florida? How does a 55+ community overlooking the beautiful Boca

Sell Your Seminole, FL Home Fast with The Sandy Hartmann GroupDid you know that The Sandy Hartmann Group sold more real estate in the City of Seminole, FL than any other agent in 2020? In fact, we

The Case for Moving to FloridaFind Out Why Florida Remains One of the Most Popular Destinations for Moves During the PandemicIt’s no secret that Tampa Bay area residents are seeing more and more

The Importance of Pricing Your Home Right From the StartEven in today’s sellers’ market, setting the right price for your house is one of the most valuable things you can do. According to

While not on the radar of the majority of Fortune 500 companies (yet), Pinellas County may just be one of the best places to think about investing your real estate investment dollars over the next

Commercial Office Building For Sale in Treasure Island, FL262 104th Ave, Treasure Island, FL 33706SNAG THIS CENTRALLY LOCATED, BLOCK CONSTRUCTION OFFICE BUILDING IN THE HEART OF TREASURE ISLAND

How Remote Work Has Increased the Demand for Tampa Bay Vacation HomesThis year, the opportunity to work remotely has increased the demand for vacation homes in Florida and the Greater Tampa Bay.

How To Get a Home Loan After You RetireIt's no secret that Florida has long been a popular destination for retirement living, especially the Tampa Bay area, with its miles of sandy white beaches,

The October 2020 Pinellas County Real Estate Stats are Here!As expected, we did not see a slowdown in home sales or price growth last month. Closed sales of single-family homes increased +12.7%

Why the Tampa Bay Housing Market Remains Strong Despite the COVID-19 PandemicThe Pinellas County and Greater Tampa Bay Housing Markets have remained strong throughout 2020, despite the COVID-19

4 Reasons Why the Election Won’t Damage the Tampa Bay Housing MarketThis week, Americans will decide on our President for the next 4 years. That decision will have a major impact on many aspects

The Weekly Housing Market Stats For Pinellas County, FloridaOctober 20, 2020This week's housing stats for Pinellas County, FL indicate the continued lag of new housing inventory hitting the market

Waterfront Home Trends for Pinellas County, FloridaA recent article in the New York Times recently revealed that climate change may be slowing waterfront home sales in some parts of Florida. As you

Should You Buy a Home for Retirement in Florida Sooner Rather than Later?Every day in the U.S., roughly 10,000 people turn 65 and retire. Prior to the COVID-19 health crisis that

Buyers Are Finding More Space in the Tampa Bay Luxury Home MarketA year ago, additional living space and extra amenities weren't a priority for many home buyers in the Tampa Bay Area of.

Just Listed! 3 Bedroom Snell Isle Home For Sale in St Petersburg, FLBrought to You By the Sandy Hartmann Group of Keller Williams Realty SeminoleLIVE JUST MINUTES FROM DOWNTOWN ST PETE IN THIS

How to Avoid A Common Deed Scam After You Purchase A Home           You’ve bought a home, moved in, forwarded your mail to your new address,

Tips for Saving Money When Buying a HomeIf you’re a first-time home buyer, or even a 2nd or 3rd time home buyer, then you know that the process of buying a home can be an expensive one. Buying a

Is it Better to Close on a House at the End of the Month?Out of all the questions we receive in the real estate business, this is one that comes up most frequently with home buyers. 

Why This Isn't the Florida Housing Bubble You FearedBack in April 2020 at the peak of the COVID-19 shutdown, Floridians were in the midst of some pretty extreme lifestyle adjustments and a future

Check Out This 4-Bedroom Home For Sale in Windtree Oaks of Seminole, Florida!We JUST LISTED this beautiful 4BR/2BA block construction home with over 2,500 Sq Ft of living space for just $599,900!The

Why We Don't Think There Will Be A Wave Of Foreclosures In The Tampa Bay AreaAccording to the team at First American, a wave of foreclosures from the recent COVID-19 Pandemic is highly unlikely

Waterfront 'Fixer Upper' in Seminole, FLINVESTOR SPECIAL IN THE COVETED BOATING COMMUNITY OF OAKHURST SHORES! This is a RARE opportunity to purchase a 4BR/3BA waterfront home in one of Seminole's

New Law For Emotional Support Animals in Florid as of July 2020Effective July 1st, 2020, the Florida Legislature passed a new law regarding service animals to address the abuses of bogus “online

3 BEDROOM HOME JUST LISTED FOR SALE IN GULFPORT, FLORIDA1110 59th St S, Gulfport, FL 33707THE BEST OF BOTH WORLDS! RARE & BEAUTIFULLY RESTORED 1925 SPANISH MEDITERRANEAN HOME IN THE HEART OF

Will Florida Home Values Appreciate or Depreciate in 2020?With the housing market staggered to some degree by the health crisis the country is currently facing, some potential purchasers are

Guidelines For the Phase 1 Re-Opening Of Florida From the Pinellas County Sheriff's OfficeAs many of you know, today starts the Phase 1 re-opening of the state of Florida. The big news on everyone's

The Latest Pinellas County, FL Real Estate StatsWith all the uncertainty surrounding the real estate market with the COVID-19 pandemic, we wanted to share the LATEST monthly real estate stats for

Agent SpotlightMeet Laurie Chase of the Sandy Hartmann GroupThinking about listing a home with the Sandy Hartmann Group? You’ve come to the right place! This month, we’re putting a spotlight

JUST LISTED in the Ocean 12 Building on North Redington Beach, FL!Check out the 3D Matterport Virtual Tour HereUNOBSTRUCTED OCEAN VIEWS & A FULLY FURNISHED INTERIOR ARE JUST A COUPLE OF THE FEATURES

Easy and Delicious Recipes We Know You'll LoveContinue to practice social distancing, but do it with delicious food! These recipes are some of our favorite tried and true dinners, sides, and even

A Few Great Local Places To Get Takeout Around PinellasNeed a night off from cooking during COVID-19 Isolation? We have some options we know you'll love! Check them out below and feel free to leave

Will Surging Unemployment Crush Home Sales?Ten million Americans lost their jobs over the last two weeks. The next announced unemployment rate on May 8th is expected to be in the double digits.

The #1 Thing You Can Do Now to Position Yourself to Buy a Home This YearThe last few weeks and months have caused a major health crisis throughout the world, leading to a pause in the U.S. economy

Adorable 3 Bedroom, 2.5 Bath Block Home for Sale in Seminole, FL!11556 64th Ave, Seminole, FL 33772Want to See the Detailed Floor Plan? Check out the Virtual Matterport Tour by Clicking

2 BEDROOM, 2 BATH WILLIAMSDALE SQUARE HOME FOR SALE! 11255 60th Ave, Seminole, FL 33772LISTED UNDER $300k, LIVE JUST MINUTES TO THE BEACHES AND BIKE TO SEMINOLE CITY CENTER,,

2 Bedroom Waterfront Home For Sale in Redington Beach15926 Redington Drive, Redington Beach, FL 33708THIS OUTSTANDING DEEP WATER LOCATION IN REDINGTON BEACH IS A BOATER’S DREAM! Don't miss

Investing in Real Estate vs The Stock MarketWith the stock market sending shock waves through the U.S. this week, I thought it would be a great time to explain why majority of the wealthiest

Just Listed in Seminole Isle by The Sandy Hartmann Group!ABSOLUTELY STUNNING WATERFRONT 3BR/2.5BA TOWNHOME IN THE COVETED SEMINOLE ISLE COMMUNITY!Seminole Isle is a non-age restricted, pet friendly,

Beachfront Condo For Sale in the Bilmar Beach Resort in Treasure Island, FloridaFABULOUS OPPORTUNITY TO OWN THIS TREASURE ISLAND BEACHFRONT 1ST FLOOR STUDIO CONDO-HOTEL UNIT AT THE POPULAR

BEACHFRONT HOME FOR SALE IN INDIAN SHORES!19138 Gulf Blvd, Indian Shores, FL 33785RARE OPPORTUNITY TO BUY AN ORIGINAL BEACHFRONT COTTAGE ON THE GORGEOUS BEACHES OF INDIAN SHORES! Surrounded by

BEAUTIFULLY UPDATED WATERFRONT HOME IN REDINGTON SHORESPriced at $675,000OUTSTANDING DEEP WATER BOATING LOCATION! DON’T MISS THIS STUNNING & SPACIOUS 2 BEDROOM HOME WITH SPECTACULAR VIEWS OF THE

Waterfront Home for Sale on the Bayou in Largo, FL!This home is NOT YET IN THE MLS!Enjoy 4 Bedrooms, 3 Baths and over 3,800 Sq Ft of living space in this impeccably maintained home in Baywood Park,

Luxury Waterfront Condo For Sale In Tampa At The Westshore Yacht ClubRESORT-STYLE LIVING IN TAMPA WITH BREATHTAKING VIEWS OF OLD TAMPA BAY! 3-BEDROOM/2 BATH UNITS LIKE THIS ONE RARELY COME

Beautiful 2 Bedroom Waterfront Home In Treasure Island Florida For SaleHomes like this RARELY come available in this price rage in the prestigious and beautiful Isle of Palms Neighborhood of

WATERFRONT HOME JUST LISTED IN DUNEDIN, FL2BR/2BA+Bonus Room in the Main Home AND a Detached 1BR/1BA Guest Apartment Over the 2-Car Garage!ENJOY BREATHTAKING GULF VIEWS & WALK TO

Absolutely Beautiful 4 Bedroom Home For Sale in Seminole, FLLive Minutes from the Gulf Beaches!WELCOME TO THE COMMUNITY AT WEST RIDGE IN SEMINOLE! Located in a beautiful deed-restricted

Pinellas County Real Estate Market UpdateThe January 2019 real estate stats are in and there’s a lot to talk about this time around, so let’s get to it!As expected, home prices in Pinellas

BEAUTIFUL 4 BEDROOM HOME FOR SALE IN LARGO11820 85th Street, Largo, FL 33773MLS #U8026445SIMPLY BEAUTIFUL 4BR + LOFT/2.5BA, TWO STORY HOME IN SOMERSET LAKE ESTATES. SITUATED ON A ¼+ ACRE LOT. THIS

Beautifully Updated 3 Bedroom Home For Sale in St Petersburg, FLA Must See in the Jungle Terrace Neighborhood!DON'T MISS OUT ON THIS BEAUTIFUL, COMPLETELY REMODELED HOME IN THE JUNGLE TERRACE

Preparing To Sell Your Home And The Most Important Things To Focus On     Preparing to sell your home can be a very emotional and sometimes daunting, exhausting task. Many sellers ask

4 Bedroom Home For Sale in the Traditions Community of Seminole, FLLooking for a 4 bedroom home in Seminole, FL? We've got the homes you've been looking for! 8093 Cottonwood Ct, Seminole, FL

Affordable Furniture Stores We Love3 Great Affordable Furniture Stores We Love In Tampa BayLooking for a great place to find furniture in and around St. Pete, the Gulf Beaches, and Seminole? As

JUST LISTED IN OAKHURST SHORES!Beautiful 3BR/2BA/2,212 Sq Ft Waterfront Home! WELCOME TO ONE OF THE MOST REMARKABLE VIEWS PINELLAS COUNTY HAS TO OFFER IN THE OAKHURST SHORES

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