Here are some helpful articles I have written about real estate, home ownership, and living in the Tampa Bay area. 

Everyone Wants a Home in Florida – Even Alligators!

Everyone Wants a Home in Florida – Even Alligators!

Did you see this story from the Miami Herald this week? An 11-12 foot alligator was found in a newly built home in a community near Ft. Myers. The bizarre news was reported by the man who was installing window blinds. I can’t even imagine walking into a newly constructed home and seeing a large alligator lying there.

Rent to Own Your Dream Home

Rent to Own Your Dream Home

A New Way to Rent to Own What if you could rent your dream home while you save up money for the down payment for it or are working on your credit in order to get a loan? What if, instead of renting whatever "rental homes" are available, you could rent the perfect...

Edward Scissorhands House for Sale

Edward Scissorhands House for Sale

If you grew up in the 90s, you certainly saw Edward Scissorhands, the quirky movie directed by Tim Burton and starring Johnny Depp. What you might not have known is that the house from the movie is located in the Tampa Bay area, and it’s currently on the market. 

4 Ways to Experience Manatee Season in Florida

4 Ways to Experience Manatee Season in Florida

A few weeks ago, I had the opportunity to experience the “Manatee invasion” that happens each winter in the warm springs on Florida’s Nature Coast. The manatees love to spend the winter in the warmer springs up river, instead of in the colder Gulf of Mexico. They come into the springs and rivers and are easily spotted by boaters, kayakers, and anyone who takes the time to look for them. 

Scholarships Available to High School Seniors

Scholarships Available to High School Seniors

As a member of the Florida Realtors, I wanted to make you aware of the scholarships that are available for Florida residents through the Florida Realtors Education Foundation.

These scholarships are open to any student who is a Florida resident and who will be attending an undergraduate college or university, taking undergraduate or graduate-level studies.

Pasco County Rental Assistance

Pasco County Rental Assistance

Pasco County Rental Assistance A few days ago I posted about rental assistance through the Our Florida program, and today I want to share about the Pasco HEART program. The program, called Pasco Helping with Emergency Relief for Tenants is a partnership between Pasco...