Wednesday, April 19, 2023 / by Stephanie LeFew B
Did you know that Tampa is one of the country’s most popular destinations to live? A new Redfin report ranks Tampa at number 5, behind Miami but above Cape Coral, Orlando, and North Port-Sarasota. In all, 5 of the top 10 relocation destinations are in Florida.
Living in Florida is less expensive than many other states, partly from not having a state income tax. Plus, when you live in Florida you enjoy beautiful weather year-round, perfect for enjoying Lagoon living at MetroPlaces communities.
Redfin reports that the share of relocating homebuyers nationwide is up from 24.5% in the fourth quarter, 22.8% a year ago, and roughly 18% before the pandemic. Most searches for moving to Tampa come from home shoppers in New York.
...
Read More
florida home buyer, new home, homebuyer, buyer, hillsborough county, purchasing in tampa, city of tampa, moving, tampa, tampa news, pasco county, tampa moving, city of tampa news
Wednesday, April 12, 2023 / by Stephanie LeFew B
The Tampa Convention Center is nominated for Best Convention Center in the Southeast in the 2023 Stella Awards. The awards recognize outstanding quality and service in the meetings industry, and honor facilities that consistently deliver exemplary services to their customers.
“This nomination acknowledges that the Tampa Convention Center continues to be one of the best venues in the country,” David Ingram, Executive Director of the Tampa Convention Center said. “We are honored to be recognized for the dedication we provide to our clients every day.”
The Stella Awards highlight the best facilities in the events and meetings industry across six regions worldwide, giving global recognition to the Tampa Convention Center in Downtown Tampa. The awards celebrate overall excellence, superb food and beverage, professionalism of staff, sustainability initiatives, and other critical aspects of the meetings and event experience. They are presented by Northstar Meeti ...
Read More
florida home buyer, homebuyer, purchasing in tampa, tampa, tampa news, city of tampa, city of tampa news
Wednesday, March 22, 2023 / by Stephanie LeFew B
Moving scams are becoming more common than ever. Anyone can create a website, buy or rent a couple trucks and pass themselves off as a legitimate moving company. Hiring a reliable moving company is an integral part of the moving process
If you are considering moving soon, it's important to know what the most common scams are and how to avoid them.
Asking for a large cash deposit
Security deposits are common during peak moving season or in areas of the country where there are high rates of households moving. However, you should always do your research before putting down a security deposit as this is one of the most common moving scams.
Always be wary of a moving company when they ask for a large cash deposit, because they can just take your money and pull a disappearing act.
How to avoid this scam: Talk with your real estate agent. They can be trusted to help you find a reliable moving company that won't ask for a deposit or a company that you feel safe paying.
2. Deme ...
Read More
florida home buyer, homebuyer, buyer, moving, tampa moving
Wednesday, February 22, 2023 / by Stephanie LeFew B
Simple steps to wind down during the workday
Juggling work, family, and a social life can sometimes feel like a circus act. At times, you may worry it could all come crashing down.
Before letting feelings of stress and anxiety overcome your emotions, Dr. Carlos Garcia, clinical psychologist and owner of Tampa Counseling and Wellness, has three easy steps to help you settle down.
If you start to feel like the workday is too much:
Take a break. Go outside for a quick walk to calm down.
Just breathe. Dr. Garcia says three deep breaths can go a long way. Breathe in calm and patience, and exhale tension.
Confide in a friend. Have a conversation with a close colleague or confidant about what has you overwhelmed. Sometimes a quick chat can help calm you down.
If you're still feeling stress, anxious, or depressed, call for help. It's OK not to be OK. There are resources available throughout the Tampa Bay area to help with mental health:
The 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline&n ...
Read More
new home, florida home buyer, buyer, hillsborough, hillsborough county, purchasing in tampa, city of tampa, hillsborough county schools
Wednesday, February 8, 2023 / by Stephanie LeFew B
Need tips to create storage space around your home? See how self storage can help you clear up essential space where you need it! Your home storage should be your priority, so find an affordable alternative to store your valuables off your property. Mini-Maxi Storage is the Tampa, FL, area’s prime self storage facility for residential and commercial storage. Start organizing your home with Mini-Maxi Storage!
Create Space with These Tips
Your home is a reflection of your inner peace, and when it’s in disarray, that can have serious effects on both your mental state as well as day-to-day tasks. Keep chaos from controlling the reins by carving out some time for regular tidying up. Here are some useful tips to help you create space where you need it most!
Clear Clutter Out of the Way
As part of your home organization strategy, first focus on what you use the most, and get rid of anything unnecessary. Take a step-by-step approach by breaking down your larger orga; ...
Read More
moving, storage unit, tampa moving, tampa storage unit
