When Tampa homeowners encounter a disaster like a storm, hurricane or fire, it’s unfortunate that a number of houses that are destroyed don’t have adequate insurance. A number of homeowners don’t pay much attention to the insurance coverage in place for their homes until disaster occurs. And by then, it’s too late.

It’s not hard to purchase the right kind of insurance coverage for your home or rental property. With a little research and a reputable agent, you can get the ideal policy for you. These basic tips will equip you with the knowledge you need to get started.

Go Over Coverage Plans

Look closely at your Insurance Cover Binder Agreement. This is a thick packet of documents that includes coverage limits and policy terms. Go through these…

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Tampa, Florida features many beauty districts, residential communities and peaceful neighborhoods. That’s why a great number of people flock to the area and find their dream home. If you are looking for your dream home yourself, it is highly recommended that you check out the listings available at the Bayside West of South Tampa, Florida. This is a neighborhood within the limits of the said city. The zip codes in the area are 33611 and 33629.

Let’s Talk about the Boundaries

As you know, Tampa, Florida covers a large area. It is very important that you take note about the boundaries on the east and west, as well as the north and south. Bayside West boundaries include the Bay Villa Avenue on the north, Gandy Boulevard down south, Tampa Bay to the…

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Yet another stunning Tampa condo community is Bayshore Regency. This is located at 3435 Bayshore Boulevard, which brings impressive views of St. Pete, and of course, the Tampa Bay. It stretches from the downtown Tampa across the bay, to the Ballast Point Pier. If you’re interested in either a 2- or 3-bedroom condo with great views of the bay, this is where you can find one. It is a multi-story condo building, with a total living space of as much as 3,000 square feet. The large condo units offer enough space for pretty big furniture pieces and appliances that you would like to put inside. The space for each unit is what they often boast to customers and interested buyers.

Features and Amenities

But of course, a condo building will never be complete…

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As we’ve been pleased to point out before, Tampa Bay area mortgage interest rates are not just ‘low’ – that would be like saying Michael Phelps is a ‘good’ swimmer. When you borrow at a rate below the inflation rate, you essentially borrow for free. Using someone else’s money to do a job for you is one of the less well-hidden secrets of successful people – so it should come as no surprise that some of today’s most prominent business names are right in there with everyone else, getting a mortgage that takes advantage of today’s environment. Only more so.

This is the basis for the (if you haven’t heard, sit down and take a deep breath) 1% mortgage rates currently actually being granted to some homebuyers. Such seemingly too-good-to-be-true rates are…

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Madison at SOHOThe Madison at SoHo marks a colorful and eclectic community popular with young professionals, artists and students.  The South Tampa location makes commuting to downtown and the Westshore District quick and easy.  The distinctive architecture appeals to taste-makers, movers and shakers.

The “SoHo District” is known as such for its proximity to South Howard Avenue and The Madison at SoHo sits between South Howard and Armenia Ave.  The historic neighborhood is in the midst of a rejuvenating redevelopment both in retail and residential regards. Dining hotspots such as Bern’s Steakhouse, Ceviche, Mangroves, Bellas, Gourmet Pizza Company, Water, Marble Slab Creamery and McDinton’s Irish Pub have made this area popular residentially and as a destination…

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Downtown Tampa and Pirate ShipThe Tampa-St. Pete-Clearwater area is always a popular tourist spot and favorite among locals, but what exactly is causing the recent winning streak for the real estate market here? Fortunately for those looking to move to the area, you are thinking the same thing as many others.

The area is full of an educated population, great employment ratings, homes in a variety of price ranges, and a wonderful part of Florida. For those looking to sell, you couldn’t choose a better time. The competition is best now because many sellers are holding out in hopes for a better sale later and short sales are decreasing making the market more normal now. If you’re ready to sell in this hot real estate market, take a look at why it’s the perfect time for the Tampa-St.…

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Energy StarWhether you’re getting ready to sell your home or you just want to make sure you get the most out of it when you do, an energy-efficient kitchen is a great way to add value. Energy Star appliances help homeowners save money on energy bills and with the right design, your home may just attract more buyers.

Deciding to remodel your kitchen is a huge job. Updating a kitchen needs to be done in the right way with selling the property in mind, even if you plan to keep it for many years. Along with fitting the kitchen to your own style, make sure it fits with the current market trends. Here are a few things you should know about modern energy-efficient kitchens.

Lighting Matters

One of the least expensive upgrades you can make to your kitchen is using…

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Tarpon Springs Sponge DocksClearwater and St. Petersburg may be well-known as the home of some of the country’s best beaches, but there’s more to do here than just go to the beach. Plenty of activities are found throughout the area for families, adults and residents of all ages. Whether you’re new to the area or planning to relocate, you should become familiar with the top area attractions.

Tarpon Springs Sponge Docks

Another very popular attraction found in the St. Petersburg and Clearwater area is the Tarpon Springs Sponge Docks. This attraction includes many sponge boats docked at Tarpon Springs. Since the area was settled by Greek immigrants and they found sea sponges to be very plentiful, it’s home to many Greek restaurants, shops and bakeries. You can shop on Dodecanese…

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Curb AppealAdding curb appeal to your home before selling may be the difference between getting what your home is worth and accepting a lower price. The exterior of your home makes the first impression and it needs to be inviting. Sellers should always focus on home improvements for the exterior of the home. If the outside doesn’t look great, it will show up in online pictures, which could lead to your home getting passed up.

Improving your home’s curb appeal doesn’t have to cost an arm and a leg. You can do many things to make it look much better without breaking your budget. Here are a few easy ways to increase curb appeal for an affordable price.

The Front Door

Your front door makes a huge impression, even if you don’t think it does. A fresh coat of…

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Kayaks on beachSometimes when date night rolls around, you tend to choose the same restaurants and movie theaters without knowing how to change up the routine. When you want to take your special someone out to on a fun date, you tend to forget that the typical dinner and a movie is getting old and not impressing anyone. It’s time for a change and luckily Tampa has many great date night spots available that you probably haven’t even thought of.

There are some fun spots to check out around town on the weekends, from concerts to theater and even outdoors spots you’ve probably never realized how romantic it could be. Take a look at these five date idea near Tampa that after visiting, you’ll have a hard time going to your old date night spots ever again.

Lovers Key

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