FHFA: U.S. 2Q Prices Up 17.7% – But Over 26% in Fla.

Of 100 metros tracked by government-backed mortgages, 8 Fla. cities hold top-11 spots, with Sarasota-Bradenton (up 36.5%) and Cape Coral-Fort Myers (36.0%) at the top. By Kerry Smith WASHINGTON – It’s hard to underestimate the strength of Florida’s current home price increases in the second quarter of 2022 based on the Federal Housing Finance Agency […]

Bird-watching | Debbie Dawson REALTOR®

Bird-watching is a great way to get outdoors and learn about the environment. Birds can be seen from just about anywhere – your office window, your car or even your front door. However, state parks and green spaces provide the greatest opportunity for bird-watching. Here are some beginner-friendly tips to help you keep track of […]

How to Keep the Pantry Organized | Debbie Dawson, REALTOR®

To keep the pantry organized, find out how to arrange your dry and canned goods, oils, baking items and snacks so your shelves stay neat and clean.  It seems to be one of those unwritten laws that no matter the size of your pantry, you will always struggle to keep the pantry organized. It will […]

Gulfside Healthcare Services Charity Festival of Arts | Debbie Dawson, REALTOR®

Meet Miss Pasco and Miss Pasco Teen at the Charity Festival of Arts Special guests Miss Pasco, Anastasia Valimaki, and Miss Pasco Teen, Larkin Mainwaring, will be performing at this year’s Charity Festival of Arts! These amazing young ladies cannot wait to share their special talent demonstrations with you! Watch them live on Sat., April 23 at Land […]

6 COMMON MISTAKES MADE WHEN SELLING A HOME | Debbie Dawson, REALTOR®

6 COMMON MISTAKES MADE WHEN SELLING A HOME – AND HOW TO AVOID MAKING THE SAME HOME-SELLING MISTAKES Sellers who avoid these 6 common mistakes could close a home sale following a smooth and worry-free process. Selling a home can be a complex process. To keep it hassle-free from for-sale to sold, consider these preventable […]

Chasco Fiesta 2022 Celebrates it’s 100th Year | Debbie Dawson, REALTOR®

Chasco Fiesta 2022 Celebrates it’s 100th Year As Chasco Fiesta 2022 Celebrates it’s 100th Year in New Port Richey, Fl. we invite you to attend the many events planned over the 10 day celebration. With amazing food and fun for the whole family, and the best weather to enjoy the beauty of downtown New Port […]

EVERYONE LOVES ALVIN KIRK – LOCAL STAR | Debbie Dawson, REALTOR®

  In loving memory of our very own “Local Star – Alvin Kirk” This article was first published in It’s Your Home Magazine, February 2017 Issue 43 – Published by Debbie Dawson, REALTOR® Everyone Loves Alvin Kirk! A Huge Heart & A Whole Lotta Swag The story of Alvin Kirk is a story about a […]

Unique Pets – The Hedgehog | Debbie Dawson, REALTOR®

The hedgehog, when you think of this animal, an image of a small mammal covered in spines comes to mind, but did you know they make perfect pets. They are incredibly friendly, calm, low maintenance pets. Hedgehogs are nocturnal and when they feel threatened, they may hiss and then roll into a fist-sized ball, it […]

IRISH COLCANNON MASH POTATOES | Debbie Dawson REALTOR®

IRISH COLCANNON MASH POTATOES FOR ST PATRICK’S DAY Colcannon was actually the main dish, like a casserole, eaten regularly in Ireland as the ingredients were readily available. Today, Colcannon is a classic side dish served next to your savory corned beef and cabbage. While homemade Colcannon is best, to save a lot of work so […]

WHAT IS AN ESCALATION CLAUSE? | Debbie Dawson REALTOR®

An escalation clause can help homebuyers win bidding wars – especially in a seller’s market. A low inventory of homes for sale in the U.S. right now means that buyers are getting creative when shopping for their dream home. In a competitive seller’s market, one popular strategy to help win a bidding war – when […]