Category — Real Estate

We have spent the last few days hunting for the best waterfront condo values from St. Pete Beach, FL to Clearwater Beach, FL and have viewed the best properties, in the best condition, at the best price in their respective buildings up to $450,000. Our customer’s requirements were 2 Bedroom 2 Bath minimum, no less than 1,000 Square Feet, not age restricted (not 55+ community), $450 max monthly condo fee, 90 day lease term or better, and must be waterfront views from the unit (Intracoastal or Gulf of Mexico).

We have concluded based upon our preferences the best values are the following:

Harbourside, South Pasadena (St. Petersburg), FL
South Beach I & II, Sand Key (Clearwater Beach), FL
Envoy Point East, St. Pete Beach, FL

The main similarity the above mentioned communities have in common is that they are large, well maintained communities with many units. The more units, the more competition.

Get in touch with us if you want to take a look for yourself.

Do you want to enjoy the beach condo lifestyle with your 30 lb. Beagle? If so, there are condos in the Clearwater Beach area where you will be welcomed with open arms.

As many know, condo living can be difficult for pet owners because 95% of the condominiums either don’t allow pets or only small pets. I have been doing research for a customer and have identified multiple buildings that have great views and relaxed pet policies.

The criteria : Amazing Views, Allow 30 lb. dog, Minimum 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, $300,000 range, washer and dryer in the unit.

Here are a few options:

• Bayside Gardens - Clearwater Beach (Sand Key), FL
• Captains Cove - Indian Shores, FL
• Bahia Del Mar - St. Petersburg (Isla Del Sol), FL
• Capri Lagoons Club - Treasure Island, FL

There can be many more options depending on your situation. Send us your criteria and we will see how many properties will work for you.

It’s a topic discussed in most major lifestyle magazines and on your favorite home decorating shows—feng shui. While enjoying new found popularity on this half of the globe, feng shui is an ancient art that has been practiced for centuries in China. Meaning “wind” (feng) and “water” (shui), this ancient discipline is used by many to create a harmonious home environment, and its principles can be applied to almost any decorating style. In addition, using feng shui techniques can attract potential buyers by increasing the perceived value of your home. Below are a few tips on how to harness the energy and vitality of feng shui within your own home.

Reflecting disharmony. Remove or cover large mirrors in the bedroom if you don’t sleep well.

Room with a view. Place your bed to give you the widest view of the room. Your bed shouldn’t be in direct line with the door. Paint the bedroom walls in a color scheme that is both pleasant and inviting.

Calming sounds. Hang wind chimes outside your front door to create a soothing environment for occupants and guests.

Writing on the wall. Try to avoid having completely bare walls. Group together non-personal pictures or hang up interesting art pieces in a diagonal or staggered pattern.

Go with the flow. Place a blue or black doormat at your front door to encourage good things to flow in like water.

The color of love. Include the romance colors–white, pink and red–in your room. But don’t overdose with a red wall because too much red can trigger anger.

Plants for energy. Healthy plants generate positive energy. Avoid dried flowers because they have no energy left.

Look overhead. Move beds, couches and desks from under any overhead beams to keep energy flowing.

Less is more. When arranging furniture,less is better. Too much clutter can restrict the potential of a great room.

Create positive impressions. Keep counters clean, closets organized and clutter concealed in order to project an organized and stress-free environment for you and your guests.

Reprinted with permission from Buffini & Company.