Florida Realtors scored a big legislative victory today following the passage of a bill that caps estoppel certificate fees, among other changes. The passage of HB 483/SB 398, which will go to Gov. Scott for his signature, completes a multi-year effort by Florida Realtors to reign in the ... » Learn More about Legislature passes estoppel certificate fee modification
Home Ownership
Checks to safeguard your home this Spring
The spring season can bring about dangers to a home from strong gusts of wind, rains, and fluctuating temperatures. Be sure to complete these quick and simple checks to safeguard your home this season. Checks to safeguard your home this Spring 1. Check outside faucets and exteriors ... » Learn More about Checks to safeguard your home this Spring
4 Strategies for an unexpected Room Makeover
It could be a bad idea - surprising a loved one with a room makeover, especially when that loved one is your 12-year-old.For parents of preteens, you know this is an age of uncertainty, which is precisely why we decided to surprise our daughter with a new bedroom. We want our new middle schooler to ... » Learn More about 4 Strategies for an unexpected Room Makeover
Positives and negatives of Solar Panel Systems
The cost of installing solar panel systems on a home has dropped dramatically within the last decade. Is it time for your home to operate on sunshine? Here are a few pros and cons to consider. Positives and negatives of Solar Panel Systems 1. Pro: Demolish your electric ... » Learn More about Positives and negatives of Solar Panel Systems
Ikea to roll-out smart lighting series
For many people, the easiest entry into the smart home world is via a smart light bulb, which often implies that by literally just changing a bulb, you could start controlling lighting wirelessly. Furniture retailer Ikea certainly got the memo and is expanding its home tech offerings with Trådfri, a ... » Learn More about Ikea to roll-out smart lighting series