CHRISTINA LAVOIE's Blog

Posted on 02/23/2020

Image by Paul Brennan from Pixabay Now that you decided to move into a luxury home, you need to determine whether you are going to build one or buy a luxury home that already exists. There are pros and cons to both sides of the coin. Also, in most cases, building is going to be more expensive. Still,...

Building A New Home

Buying A Home

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Posted on 02/17/2020

1727 Lake Place #1727-C, Venice, FL 34293 now has a new price of $174,900!

Immaculate and bright with a KILLER WATER VIEW from this second floor condo. Villa Nova shores is a true hidden gem. A quiet location yet close to shopping, restaurants and entertainment. The entry atrium is warm and welcoming for guests. Refreshed kitchen with a custom made counter top and newer appliances. Tile throughout the main living area and hard wood in both bedrooms. Master bath room has been updated with new tile in shower and feature wall. Second bedroom is now being used as an office with the closet media center, but the doors can be put back on (they are there) and it's a good size bedroom. There is a quaint bar area between...

Posted on 02/16/2020

Enjoy a Seamless Home Buying Journey

Enjoying a seamless home buying journey may seem virtually impossible, particularly for a first-time property buyer. Fortunately, there are lots of things you can do to boost the likelihood of quickly and easily finding your dream house, such as: 1. Hone Your Home Search Consider where you want to reside and the features you want to find in your...

Buying A Home

Buyer Tips

Posted on 02/09/2020

Visit the Epcot International Food & Wine Festival

Image by Chris Flynn from Pixabay When you think Disney, rides and living as a kid again may come to mind. While that’s the underlying premise, Disney understands that adults need their own experiences too. You’ll find that at the Epcot International Food & Wine Festival, which happens from mid-August through mid-November. If you know anything about the...

Posted on 02/05/2020

Video Tour - 1760 Mel O DE Lane, Englewood, FL 34224

Great home with lots of space. Located on a quiet dead end street. Home has been updated with newer appliances and newer AC. The 2 bedrooms are spacious with large closets. There is an air conditioned den or office space that look over the back yard area with lots of windows. The laundry room is huge and could be an another den space. Tile flooring throughout the home.The lanai is screened and looks on to the rear patio and grill area. There is a sun shade for outdoor comfort. This home is move in...

Posted on 02/05/2020

1760 Mel O DE Lane, Englewood, FL 34224 is now new to the market!

Great home with lots of space. Located on a quiet dead end street. Home has been updated with newer appliances and newer AC. The 2 bedrooms are spacious with large closets. There is an air conditioned den or office space that look over the back yard area with lots of windows. The laundry room is huge and could be an another den space. Tile flooring throughout the home.The lanai is screened and looks on to the rear patio and grill area. There is a sun shade for outdoor comfort. This home is move in...

Posted on 02/02/2020

Recyclables as Storage Savers

Image by OpenClipart-Vectors from Pixabay Depending on where you live, recycling may not be an easy task. Some communities don't even have a local center. And beyond that, reusing something has less of an environmental impact than recycling. So when you can reuse, you absolutely should. But it's not always easy to see treasure when "trash" stands before...

Posted on 02/01/2020

Another Property Sold - 698 Bird Bay Drive W #139, Venice, FL 34285

Well maintained airy condo in desirable Bird Bay. With high cathedral ceilings, neutral colors and an expansive golf view, this is the perfect place to spend the winter or enjoy year round. It's fun to watch the golfers and wild life enjoying their play on the Bird Bay Executive golf course from your screened lanai that runs the length of the living room and the convertible bedroom! The kitchen has been updated with a ceiling fan and recessed lighting. The convertible bedroom can be closed off for guests, or left open to create a wonderfully extra large living space. The master suite is large and comfortable, with an updated en-suite bath....

Posted on 01/26/2020

Buyers: How to Avoid Hindsight Frustrations

Photo by GaudiLab via Shutterstock In the rush and excitement to find the perfect home and make it yours, there are some things best learned beforehand rather than through hindsight. Here are some suggestions from first-time homebuyers that would have made the entire process less challenging. Know where you stand. If you plan to buy a home, even...

Posted on 01/25/2020

Video Tour - 26849 Weiskopf Drive, Englewood, FL 34223

New Bright Meadow home without the builder hassle and the wait. This Boca Royale beauty is upgraded with over $66,000 in quality upgrades. The California kitchen features all Energy Star SS appliances, Stainless steel range hood, extra cabinet storage, large pantry, under cabinet and over cabinet lighting, wall oven and built in microwave, cook top, glass front cabinets, granite counter tops, tile back splash, large granite island with large stainless single bowl under counter mount kitchen sink and pendant lighting. The main living area has top level wood-look tile flooring, crown molding, Plantation shutters, 5 1/4" baseboards, tray...

Posted on 01/25/2020

26849 Weiskopf Drive, Englewood, FL 34223 is now new to the market!

New Bright Meadow home without the builder hassle and the wait. This Boca Royale beauty is upgraded with over $66,000 in quality upgrades. The California kitchen features all Energy Star SS appliances, Stainless steel range hood, extra cabinet storage, large pantry, under cabinet and over cabinet lighting, wall oven and built in microwave, cook top, glass front cabinets, granite counter tops, tile back splash, large granite island with large stainless single bowl under counter mount kitchen sink and pendant lighting. The main living area has top level wood-look tile flooring, crown molding, Plantation shutters, 5 1/4" baseboards, tray...

Posted on 01/19/2020

Cord-cutting and Other Savings Techniques

We live in a world of convenience and endless choices. To watch a TV show, you can find it on cable, Netflix, Amazon Video, Hulu, and more. Sometimes, all of these options make it easy to spend more than necessary on monthly services. If you’re hoping to buy a home in the near future, one way to save a...

Saving For A Downpayment

Cord Cutting