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With all the headlines and talk about housing affordability, it can be tempting to get lost in the financial side of buying a home. That’s only natural as you think about the dollars and cents of it all.And while you ultimately need to be able to afford a home you buy, don’t lose sight of why homeownership was so important to you in the first place. That’s because buying a home is so much more than just a financial transaction. As the National Association of Realtors (NAR) says:“The benefits of purchasing and owning your place of residence are both financial and emotional – pride in...
Check out these road closures in St. Johns County for June 1, 2024 through June 7, 2024.
Below is a list of road closures in St. Johns County. However, these closures are subject to change. Visit the Florida Department of Transportation’s blog for information regarding ongoing construction, projects, and traffic impacts.
St Augustine, St. Johns County, Florida
I-95 at County Road 207 (FIN 434615-1-52-01/434615-2-52-01) (29.825547768035516, -81.37960705450251) Nighttime northbound ramp closure Sunday and Monday and nighttime southbound ramp closure Tuesday and Wednesday from 8 p.m. to 6...
Some HighlightsBuying a home has powerful financial and non-financial benefits. It creates more stability, helps grow your net worth, and gives you an undeniable sense of pride.While today’s market can be challenging for buyers, use these reasons to remind you of why homeownership is so worthwhile. When you’re ready to enjoy all the amazing advantages that come with owning a home, get in touch with a local real estate agent.
Buyers face challenges in any market – and today’s is no different. With higher mortgage rates and rising prices, plus the limited supply of homes for sale, there’s a lot to consider.But, there’s one way to avoid getting tripped up – and that’s leaning on a real estate agent for the best possible advice. An expert’s insights will help you avoid some of the most common mistakes homebuyers are making right now.Putting Off Pre-approval As part of the homebuying process, a lender will look at your finances to figure out what they’re willing to loan you for your mortgage. This gives you a...
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Mark Your Calendar
Date: October 12 & 13, 2024
Time:
Saturday: 11:00am – 7:00pm
Sunday: 12:00pm – 6:00pm
Location: Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church
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About St. Augustine Greek Festival
This 2-day Festival encompasses all things Greek…music, food, dance and more! Immerse yourself in Greek culture and heritage for the weekend at this 26th Annual event!
Enjoy authentic Homemade Greek Foods and Pastries along with drinks. Satiate your Greek food cravings at the festival and/or by ordering take out! Choose...
You’re ready to sell your house. But what do you need most from your real estate agent? Well, the National Association of Realtors (NAR) asked that very question to recent sellers and found one of the top things they were looking for is help marketing their house to potential buyers. Maybe that’s what you need the most help with too.You expect your real estate agent to write a great description of your house for the listing and pair it with some high-quality photos. But that’s not all you’re going to get when you partner with a great agent.They’ll do a lot more to make sure your house...
Climate change is impacting where people buy homes. As the experts at the National Association of Realtors (NAR) explain:“Sixty-three percent of people who have moved since the pandemic began say they believe climate change is—or will be—an issue in the place they currently live.”If you’re planning to move, climate change is something you might want to consider, no matter where you are. A recent study from Realtor.com helps put the growing impact climate change is having on real estate into perspective (see below):So, how can you be sure your investment is safe from the elements? For...