Tampa Backyard DesignWhen it comes to selling your home, it’s easy to highlight that beautiful dining room, that spacious master bath, the basement that has become a rec room for the kids, and the kitchen island that is perfect for entertaining, but how do you show off your outdoor space to potential buyers?

Since most people go looking for homes in the springtime, it’s important to highlight your outdoor space while people are getting eager for the warm temperatures. Your buyers want to know what type of outdoor space a home is going to offer so that they can start to picture their summer barbeques, the space they’ll host family parties, and yard they are working with when it comes to playtime for the kids.

From adding comfy furniture to getting your space wired, here…

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Home Moving MistakesYou’ve sold your home, bought a new one and now it’s time to move into your new Tampa home. Whether you’re coming from out of state or just moving across town, moving can be very stressful. Even though it’s stressful, it doesn’t have to be a nightmare.

During any move, problems may occur. Sometimes, the problems come from a mistake you made, while other times they can’t be avoided. Here are some of the common issues you may face during a move, which you can prevent.

Choosing a Bad Mover

One of the worst things you can do when moving to a home in Tampa is choose a bad mover. Some movers simply don’t show up or they show up late and don’t care. Others are very careless with your things due to inexperience. The last thing you want is a late mover or…

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Tampa provides a number of trendy restaurants perfect for a night out. Both Hyde Park and SoHo are home to many of the top area restaurants. SoHo actually has an area called “Restaurant Row” with more than 35 choices.

It’s hard to narrow the list of dining options in this area down to just a few really good choices. There are dozens of great restaurants throughout these neighborhoods. Here are just a few of the top choices.

Edison Food + Drink Lab

Edison Food + Drink LabLocated on West Kennedy Boulevard, Edison Food + Drink Lab is the place for something unique. It’s unlike anything else in the area with a science theme and plenty of food experiments to enjoy, such as the jalapeno Cracker Jacks. Diners also enjoy unique decor and the Hummingbird milkshake is a great…

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Saltwater Fishing ChartersWhat’s better than a day on the water? Tampa is a great location to enjoy fishing charters with the family. It’s a great way to work on your skills, see what you can catch, and enjoy the great outdoors. There are several perfect options for this in Tampa, such as the “Gone Fishing Charters” or the “Tampa Fishing Charters” where you can join the captain and team to hit the Tampa Bay on a beautiful afternoon.

You’ll love looking for fish like Grouper or Snapper in the deep water or Trout and Redfish when you fish the flats. When you live in a prime fishing location on the Tampa Bay, you’ll be eager to hit the water and catch something great for dinner. Take a look at the top five Tampa Fishing Charters that you’ll want to try this weekend.

Tampa Flats…

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Bungalow HomeWhen it comes to selling a home, there are many factors to consider if you want to make sure buyers will be interested. Sellers in Tampa have the perk of knowing they are selling a home in a wonderful city that many people want to live in, but you still have to consider how you’ll stand out from the competition.

While the home means so much to you and you have emotions tied to the property, buyers aren’t going to have any emotional tie and are going to want to know why this home would be so special for their family. What is it about your home that makes buyers want to make their own memories? Take a look at these areas to focus on to make sure that buyers will want to buy your Tampa home.

The bathrooms and kitchen

One area you should start to…

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Investors BuyingOften, home buyers think a home that has been newly renovated is a new home. However, it may not be as new as you think. While the home may look move-in ready, it may not be as ready as you might think. On the other hand, if it really is a turnkey property, you will probably end up paying top dollar for the renovations.

TV shows featuring professional house flippers make the process look very easy and they usually have a happy ending. However, they don’t show the home going through a regular day with people living inside it or how it might hold up.

Before you purchase a flipped house or a newly renovated home, make sure you know what you’re getting. Here are a few things you should do to ensure you don’t run into huge issues after buying the home.

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Amazon SignIt’s an exciting time for Tampa as more and more top companies have decided to join the area. In addition, many of the current big companies in the area have decided to start expanding which is making Tampa an excellent area for job growth and the local economy.

Companies keep expanding and joining the area because it’s such a desirable business location, there is affordable housing for their employees, the weather rocks, and there is simply a high-quality group of people that want to be a part of the workforce. The business regulations keep business’ best interest in mind and it’s easy to travel for work due to Tampa having world-class airports, as well as being a premier cruise and cargo port.

With all of these great perks found exclusively in…

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Riverwalk by the Convention CenterThe Tampa Riverwalk is one of the most popular attractions found in Tampa. Sections are found along the Hillsborough River and Curtis Hixon Park. The Riverwalk is an open space development with a pedestrian trail found throughout. It passes through or will pass through many areas of Tampa including:

  • Curtis Hixon Park
  • MacDill Park
  • Downtown Tampa
  • Tampa Art District
  • Channelside District
  • Tampa Heights
  • Water Works Park

The Riverwalk is a long-term project that has been in development since the 1970s. The Kennedy Boulevard Segment was the final phase, which covers about 1,460 feet of water and links Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park with MacDill Park.

The Bronze Sculptures

Throughout the Riverwalk, you can enjoy many bronze…

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Memorial Day in TampaIt’s one of the best times of the year for Tampa with a 3-day weekend in order for most. Memorial Day weekend is a great time to spend with your family, to take the time to honor those that have served for our country, and to take a break from work to enjoy life and the changing weather. In Tampa, it’s common to have family gatherings throwing the football around and enjoy a backyard barbecue.

For some, this tradition gets old and repetitive which means it’s time to do something new this year. The city plans a bunch of great events for families to enjoy and having a longer weekend away from work is the perfect time to try them. From taking the family to a music festival to trying something new like a local ghost tour, here is a look at some of the…

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Aquatica on BayshoreAquatica on Bayshore provides a rather unique design for a high-rise condominium building. It’s unlike anything else you will find in South Tampa. The modern vision from Joseph Galea, the architect, gives the 32 residences a design much like a work of art.

Each of the 15 floors is uniquely designed to provide the highest quality upgrades, along with an amazing waterfront view. This luxurious condominium building is currently under construction and the opportunity to own one of the units is now available.

The Condominium Features

Every condo at the Aquatica on Bayshore will feature floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the Gulf. The kitchens will all provide luxury stainless steel appliances and the balconies look like something out of a painting.

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