Get ready to enjoy some fun island shopping on Sanibel Island. You’ll find a variety of unique stores, specialty shops, and art galleries, and so much more. Many of the shopping areas offer plenty of parking and are convenient to restaurants in case you want to take a break and grab a bite to eat. Here are just a few of the popular places to [...]
Are you thinking about downsizing your home for retirement on Sanibel Island? Get ready to simplify your life, save a few bucks, and start a new adventure in Southwest Florida.
Deciding to relocate and downsize can be a difficult, exciting, and emotional process. No matter if you’re moving a few miles away or to the other side of the country, downsizing can help you improve your finances and your lifestyle. A smaller home gives you lots of ways to save money. You can cut back on the amount of maintenance and upkeep, property taxes, utility bills, and more with a smaller home. This will give you the opportunity to do some traveling and cross off some of the things on your bucket list, too.
It’s a great idea to start planning in advance. Here are some things you can do to make the downsizing process easier.
Keep an open mind. Try to look at all the positive aspects of moving into a smaller home. Your new home will require less upkeep so you can spend more time with your grandchildren. You’ll also have more time and money for leisure activities.
Plan ahead. Figure out how much downsizing you’ll really need to do. Imagine your new home and make sure it fits within your budget. Do you want to be on the beach? Close to town amenities? Is a condo or single family home best suited for your lifestyle and your budget?
Give yourself plenty of time. Go through your current home room by room and decide what items you want to keep, give to family or friends, donate, sell, or throw away. Don’t try to declutter or get rid of things too quickly.
Here are some tips to attract more buyers and increase your chances of selling your home faster and for a better price.
Clean the exterior. Pressure wash the exterior of your home to really freshen it up. Remove any bird droppings, dirt, mold, and mildew. Don’t forget to clean the rain gutters, windows, and [...]
Here are some easy and inexpensive ways to lower your cooling bill this season. Stay cool in Southwest Florida!
1. Caulking
Caulk around the inside of your windows and check for any holes outside your home.
2. Weather Stripping
Check the weather stripping around the doors. If you can see light or feel any heat coming in, it’s time to replace [...]
Summer is the most popular time of year for people to move and about 70% of moves happen between Memorial Day & Labor Day. Moving is always stressful, so here are a few tips to make your summer move easier, especially if you are moving to a sunny and warm climate like Sanibel & Captiva, [...]