The Real Estate Sizzle covers all issues related to the Tampa Bay Real Estate Market and International Real Estate. Written by veteran Real Estate agent, Jackie Colson-Miller, Certified International Property Specialist, the blog is a...
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The Real Estate Sizzle covers all issues related to the Tampa Bay Real Estate Market and International Real Estate. Written by veteran Real Estate agent, Jackie Colson-Miller, Certified International Property Specialist, the blog is a great source of information for Homebuying, or selling, anywhere in the world.
If you are moving to Tampa and looking for a home, and a neighborhood, that offers a “low maintenance” lifestyle in the heart of the city, Harbour Island may be for you! Popular with boaters, there are a limited number of slips available on the Seddon Channel. On the waterfront, just blocks from downtown Tampa, Harbour Island offers the combination of prestige, convenience, 24 -hour security in a gated environment, and a comfortable lifestyle, in a variety of neighborhoods. You can walk to... Read Full Story
THE LATEST NEWS ON THE TAMPA REAL ESTATE MARKET, BUYING A HOME IN TAMPA, AND REAL ESTATE ISSUES AROUND THE WORLD, EVERY DAY, ON THE REAL ESTATE SIZZLE….
Florida is the place for British and European Investors! With the British Pound trading at 2 to 1 against the American Dollar, many of the investors in the Florida market are from the U.K. As the Euro continues to rise against the Dollar, we are getting increasing numbers of European buyers, as well. Now, Canadians are enjoying a 1 to... Read Full Story
THE LATEST NEWS ON THE TAMPA REAL ESTATE MARKET, BUYING A HOME IN TAMPA, AND REAL ESTATE ISSUES AROUND THE WORLD, EVERY DAY, ON THE REAL ESTATE SIZZLE.
I have received many inquiries lately, about where to find a bargain in the Tampa Bay Real Estate Market or in Clearwater Beach Real Estate. Foreign, and out-of-state investors, are inquiring about where the deals are. I overheard a conversation in a restaurant the other day where a man was counseling a homebuyer to look in the... Read Full Story
This summer I am relocating many families to Tampa, and explaining the various “nuances” about the Tampa Real Estate Market. One of the “most asked” questions is “What is a CDD fee?” Since that term is very unfamiliar to most buyers who are moving to Tampa from other cities, here is a brief explanation of CDD fees.
A CDD is short for Community Development District, which finances and manages community developments.
Tax-Free Bonds are issued to the developer to finance the cost of... Read Full Story
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Half the fun of moving to Tampa is finding all of the unique and interesting restaurants available. If you are moving from one of the northern states, chances are, you will welcome the opportunity for a little dining “al fresco”! It’s no secret, Tampa summers are HOT and HUMID, so finding a “cool” spot for outdoor dining gets a bit tricky!
One of my favorite places to... Read Full Story
THE LATEST NEWS ON THE TAMPA REAL ESTATE MARKET, BUYING A HOME IN TAMPA, AND REAL ESTATE ISSUES AROUND THE WORLD, EVERY DAY, ON THE REAL ESTATE SIZZLE….
When you are buying a home in the Tampa Real Estate market, or anywhere in the World, you should ALWAYS get a Home Inspection done to check for any structural or mechanical defects in the home you are buying.
Very often, buyers are trying to save money by having a “friend” who claims to be a contractor do the inspection. BAD IDEA. Home... Read Full Story
Tampa is home to MacDill Air Force Base, which includes Central Command…Centcom. The entire Tampa Bay area is filled with military families from all branches, as well as civilians who are employed as military consultants. In the past week, I have had several inquiries from Military families who have new orders to MacDill Air Force Base and have contacted me to help with their home search in Tampa. In the Tampa Real Estate Market, there are many neighborhood choices for military families.
I... Read Full Story
Another article in my “Plant High School District “ Neighborhood series…
Hyde Park is Tampa’s Historic Neighborhood . Located in South Tampa, just minutes from Downtown and running along beautiful Bayshore Boulevard, it is one of the most popular neighborhoods in town. Homes with large front porches, dating back to the early 1900’s, sit on streets lined with grandfather oaks. You can walk to the shops and restaurants in Old Hyde Park Village, head over to the Best Steakhouse in Tampa , or... Read Full Story
Every week, I receive inquiries about Real Estate in the Plant High School District. No wonder, Plant High is one of the Top 100 High Schools in the U.S! I live, and work, in the Plant High District, so I know it very well!
Plant High is located in the neighborhood of “Palma Ceia”, just south of the Palma Ceia Golf and Country Club. A variety of housing styles, from 1920’s Bungalows to Stately homes along the fairways, sit on brick streets, lined with grandfather oaks. It is one of the... Read Full Story
THE LATEST NEWS ON THE TAMPA REAL ESTATE MARKET, BUYING A HOME IN TAMPA, SEARCHING FOR TAMPA REAL ESTATE AND REAL ESTATE ISSUES AROUND THE WORLD, EVERY DAY, ON THE REAL ESTATE SIZZLE….
Tampa is home to MacDill Air Force Base, which includes Central Command…Centcom. The entire Tampa Bay area is filled with military families from all branches, as well as civilians who are employed as military consultants. In the past week, I have had several inquiries from Military families who have new... Read Full Story
