Today’s challenge for buyers
There’s a big predicament out there all over the country for home buyers, especially first-time buyers. There’s nothing to buy and, apparently, it’s my...
Mythical credit scores
Generally, credit scores are available through one of your credit card companies, financial institution or loan statement, and if you don’t know yours you...
When did $100,000 not become enough?
Once upon a time if you were earning a six-figure salary you were sitting pretty. You could easily buy a home, make sure your...
Are condos the future of housing?
In case you haven’t noticed, interest rates are low, real low. Most rates for a 30-year fixed-rate mortgage are hovering around 4% based on...
The ghosts of real estate
I never really believed in ghosts and evil spirits. It was always fun to talk about other people’s experiences at parties but since I...
You found the perfect house; now what?
You may think it’s finally over - you found your dream home, your forever home or your long-dreamed-of beach house. But guess what, unless...
Is homeownership threatened?
For most Americans, their biggest source of wealth is the equity in their homes. But what if you never own a home? What if...
Real estate market disruption
Is there an algorithm in your future? If you’re planning on buying or selling a house, get ready for the future of real estate.
In...
County approves record high tourism budget
ANNA MARIA ISLAND – Manatee County commissioners have approved a record $13.2 million marketing budget for the Bradenton Area Convention and Visitors Bureau (CVB)...
Order out of chaos
Writing has been compared to bringing order out of chaos, something I try to do weekly on this page, and one of the most...
Luxury ain’t what it used to be
Did you ever feel sorry for the really wealthy real estate owners? Well, we’re at a point in time when there might be just...
The fun and not-so-fun of selling a home
Last week we talked about the fun and not-so-much fun of buying a home. This week we’ll talk a little about selling your home,...
The fun and not-so-fun of buying a home
Labor Day has just passed and in some parts of the country, that signals the end of summer - but not in Florida. We...
Counterfeit money being passed around
MANATEE COUNTY – Several area businesses have been presented with counterfeit $50 and $100 bills in recent weeks.
On Friday, Aug. 23, a counterfeit $50...
Gulf Drive Café expansion approved
BRADENTON BEACH – Gulf Drive Café owners Wendy and George Kokolis have the city's approval to expand their beachfront business operations.
On Thursday, Aug. 15,...