Rebecca Schaffer's Blog

Posted on 06/14/2020
Tips on Protecting Floors, Furniture, and Foundations
In many ways, the quality of your life is determined by the condition of your home. If it feels like your home is in disrepair, messy, or cluttered, you're not going to feel comfortable or satisfied with your living situation. While perfection is an unattainable standard, there are a lot of simple things you can do to keep your...
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Posted on 06/07/2020
Home-Flipping in 2020: Three Areas to Invest In
Image by Mark Ort from Pixabay While house-flipping in general is slowing down, and profits are slowly decreasing, there are still a few places left worth flipping. Here, real estate investors can score big returns by buying foreclosed or distressed properties, renovating and then selling them. If you're an investor who's looking to dive in, these five U.S....
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Posted on 05/31/2020
Add a Rain Chain to Your Garden
Image by Kaitong Yepoon from Shutterstock Rain in its due time is every gardener's dream. Saving and reusing rainwater is a great way to save resources for the garden. One way to collect rainwater and store it for future use is to install a rain chain. A decorative rain chain can be used in place of a downspout...
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Posted on 05/24/2020
Luxury Landscaping for Homeowners
Photo by Linda Knicely on Unsplash Luxury homes have been gaining popularity for at least the last two years, says Washington Post. And while no one has set exact parameters for what is and isn't considered luxury, many real estate agents use the term to describe homes priced in the million-dollar range or higher. These are the residences...
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Posted on 05/17/2020
When You Can Use a VA-Backed Loan
Photo by Brett Sayles from Pexels Before you can get a VA loan or a VA-backed loan through the Department of Veterans’ Affairs, you'll first apply for a Certificate of Eligibility (COE). You must have served a certain number of days, depending on when you served, and you must have an honorable discharge if you are a veteran....
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Posted on 05/10/2020
Review Your Homebuying Options
For those who want to buy a house, it helps to consider your options closely. That way, you can make an informed home purchase. Now, let's take a look at three factors to consider as you prepare to conduct a home search: 1. The Local Housing Market Assess the local housing market before you dive headfirst into a home...
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Posted on 05/03/2020
Healthy & Simple Chicken Recipes
Photo by Mark DeYoung on Unsplash Chicken is a great source of protein and other nutrients, and you can make it even healthier with the right recipes. Instead of having fried chicken, for example, make grilled or baked chicken with some healthy ingredients added to it. If you’re looking for simple ways to prepare a chicken dinner, keep...
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Posted on 06/16/2020
Another Property Sold - 345 Vale Dr, St Augustine, FL 32095
This gorgeous Cottage Home is luxury living at its best! A custom built Modern Farmhouse over 5k sf of beautiful upgraded custom finishes including hardwood floors, gourmet kitchen, Wolf Appliances, stunning Quartz counters and a butler's pantry with two wine coolers. Relax in the Great Room while enjoying the gas fireplace surrounded by built ins and overlooking your peaceful preserve lot and spacious Lanai. 1rst Floor Master Suite and guest suite. Guest Suite is handicap Compliant Bonus Room upstairs could be 6th BR. Home comes with central vac, 2 Rinnai tankless water heaters, a water softener and generator hardwired to the house that...
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Posted on 06/16/2020
Another Property Rented - 2100 Alfa Romeo Dr, Jacksonville, FL 32246
Includes pool and yard maintenance. Pool Home with a true in-law suite. Suite is attached to the home and has its own kitchenette, washer, dryer, dining area, living area, walk in closet and 2 doors to the outside. The other 4 bedrooms are located upstairs (one of which is a master suite). The upstairs also has a loft. Water softener and gas community. Located minutes away from the Town Center, The Beaches and...
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Posted on 05/29/2020
Another Property Sold - 1000 Three Forks CT, St Augustine, FL 32092
This is 4 BR home features an open floor plan and hardwood floors and sits on a large corner lot in a very desirable St Johns County Community with A+ Schools. Heritage Landing features a clubhouse, heated lap pool, children's pool w/waterslide, tennis courts, sports fields, fitness center and boat/rv parking...
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Posted on 05/05/2020
60 Surfview Dr #517, Palm Coast, FL 32137 now has a new price of $399,500!
Best Value on the Beach! Beautiful 5th floor unit with an amazing ocean view. Unit features tile floors throughout that will go with any decor. Upgraded kitchen cabinets, appliances and lighting, hurricane impact windows and doors, ceiling fans in every room. AC Unit has recently been replaced. Extra storage in parking garage. Fishing from the Intracoastal dock, ocean access with three pools, 3 clubhouses, tennis, pickle ball, volleyball, kayak storage, walking- jogging path, fitness...
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Posted on 05/01/2020
41 Sailfish Dr, Ponte Vedra Beach, FL 32082 is now new to the market!
This beautiful, fully renovated 3BR 2BA pool home sits just off A1A in the heart of the exclusive Ponte Vedra Beach. An open floor plan with light and bright modern colors. This home has all new flooring, kitchen, baths and lighting. Enclosed Florida room that overlooks the private backyard and pool. Here is your chance to be steps away from the beach with lots of shopping and restaurants so close by with No HOA or...
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