Author Archives: Stephanie

Congratulations Jan!

Congratulations, Jan on the sale of your condo – another successful transaction!

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Congratulations – Sara

Congratulations Sara on the successful purchase of your new home!

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Fast, Professional and Committed – Review

I enjoyed reading this recent testimonial by a satisfied client. Time was short in this transaction, and we had to move fast, and cover a lot of ground quickly. Fortunately, they themselves were smart enough to be guided through the … Continue reading

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Fountain and Bench

This is a nice treatment of an area that could have been just a plain access between two structures. The bench in front of the wall fountain makes a great contemplative space. Mediterranean Landscape by Sacramento Photographers Chad Davies Photography

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Granite – Gotta Love It

Granite is one of my favorite materials. For walkways, I think it can even compare with brick for elegance. What do you think? Traditional Landscape by Schiller Park Stone, Pavers & Concrete Earth Stone Midwest

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Market Snapshot Mid-2015

Here’s a brief snapshot of the housing market in South Florida that I sent to my clients this morning. I hope you find it useful… ~~~ In general the market here is very bouyant – the bottom line hindrance is … Continue reading

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Supremely Functional Kitchen of the Week

Houzz has a new Kitchen of the Week that deserves to be called out – one of the most functional kitchens I’ve ever seen.  For someone who loves to cook for company, and who doesn’t need people underfoot while she’s … Continue reading

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A Relationship of Trust – Review

Here’s a recent testimonial from some happy owners of their new home. It’s a great privilege to be trusted. I’m always aware that trust has to be earned. You have to demonstrate reasons for trust, and continually work to maintain … Continue reading

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New Listing – 1036 N Shore Dr NE Unit 3, Saint Petersburg

Desirable Condo in Old Northeast – UNDER CONTRACT Here’s a new listing – I couldn’t send out advance notice for a sneak preview, because I brought this one to market with an offer already secured. It’s Active with Contract at … Continue reading

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Idlewild Cottage: Classic Renovation

A Florida beach house built in 1919 is still alive, and was lovingly renovated in 2011. You will love the story. Idlewild Cottage in Indian Rocks beach is a great story of how to renovate an old house. Houzz.com has … Continue reading

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Preview – 5939 27th Terrace N • St. Petersburg

Preview – To be listed in MLS June 25, 2015 Click for Online Brochure Click for Photo Album 5939 27th Terrace N • St. Petersburg, FL • 33710 ~~ $215,500 ~~

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Success Again & Again – Review

Repeat business is never something you can take for granted. I always feel I have to work at least as hard the next time as the first time, when a client wants help with another transaction. People and needs change, … Continue reading

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Congratulations Tim and Debbie

Congratulations Tim & Debbie on the successful purchase of your new home!

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Waterfront Preview – 728 Pruitt Dr, Madeira Beach

Preview – To be listed in MLS June 11, 2015 –>> UPDATE: Open House on Sunday June 14, 1-4 PM Click for Online Brochure Click for Photo Album 728 Pruitt Dr. • Madeira Beach, FL • 33708 ~~ $450,000 ~~

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Congratulations Mike & Meghan

Congratulations Mike and Meghan on the successful sale of your home!

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Give Your Garden a Bubble Rock For the Birds

Thanks to this article in Houzz, here’s a very simple idea for a water feature in your garden that makes a beautiful accent and attracts the birds, which makes for a constantly changing, pleasing view. It’s a bubble rock, an … Continue reading

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Amazing Family Agent – Review

I get a lot of satisfaction from my career. The greatest thrill is when a satisfied client shows it with a great review of my performance. Here’s another one. Stephanie was what we would call an “Amazing Family Agent” she … Continue reading

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Rain Chains

After my story recently about managing storm water using planters, I looked at some more Rain Chains – surely the most elegant way to move water from the roof to the ground. Water is lovely to listen to, and also … Continue reading

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Waterfront Preview – 8094 Causeway Blvd. S.

Preview – To be listed in MLS April 30, 2015 –>> UPDATE: Price Reduction June 8, 2015 Click for Online Brochure Click for Picture Album 8094 Causeway Blvd S. • St. Petersburg, FL • 33707 ~~ $565,000 ~~

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Managing Rainwater Runoff with Planters

Sudden storm waters can cause problems for your community with surging runoff and for your home  with temporary flooding. Ideally you want all the rainfall that falls on your lot to stay there, nourish your plants and infiltrate back into … Continue reading

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