This blog has a bit of a different focus than most of our articles. It shares information we often are asked to provide for many of our transplant clients – homebuyers who have relocated here (St. Petersburg / Tampa Bay area), usually from other states. When their first guests are soon to arrive, they often ask for tips about off-the-beaten-path activities they can share with their visiting family Continue Reading
HECM: A Beneficial Real Estate Investment Option for Boomers
Baby Boomers joyously easing into retirement who also are planning their next home purchase have an incredible investment resource available to them that will save them a great deal of cash. Unfortunately, it’s a resource most aging adults don’t know about, and some who do are skeptical to take advantage of it. Likewise, one of our Buyers didn’t know anything about this resource, but she took Continue Reading
Five Easy Steps for Getting Your Home Ready for Sale
So, you’re ready to sell your home. Whether it’s your first or your fifth sale, it can seem like a daunting task. At Personal Realty Advisers, we’ve helped hundreds of people like you sell their home over the past 30 years, and we offer these proven tips to make sure you get the most for your investment with the least amount of frustration or disappointment. Step 1. Hire the Right Real Estate Continue Reading
What Does a Dream Home Look Like in Retirement? Advice From Your Real Estate Brokerage
You’ve made it! You’re retiring and finally ready to move and find your own slice of retirement real estate. At Personal Realty Advisers, we’re fortunate to work with many retirees: individuals and couples who are making a major life change—often looking to trade an old home for a new one. One would think that working with “retirees” would be easy—a one-size-fits-all approach—but our 60+ Continue Reading