Review 2017 and Plan 2018Here we are are on the last business day of 2017. We tend to be goal driven and it’s time to review 2017 and plan 2018. Our financial statements are complete for the year, so we’ve got some analysis to do, have some discussions and work on our business plans and goals for 2018.Thanks to brain-training by Brian Buffini over the years, it’s just hard coded for me to write down goals, and review them regularly. His last few podcasts have been very good for me develop in my improved daily thinking: Be Grateful.I find myself getting so busy, over-whelmed with transaction details, time-management, and endless to-do lists. I have started a new habit to help me settle down, take a deep breath, and feel grateful.So this year-end analysis isn’t going to be just about the ... 01/04/2018

Pond Lighting 2017 at NFRMC Tis the season to be jolly! Don’t miss the 28th Pond Lighting ceremony at NFRMC on Friday, December 1st. This is one of Gainesville’s biggest holiday traditions.  Make this a family event and the weather will be great. A crisp feel in the air and holiday music will kick off your holiday cheer. The North Florida Regional Medical Center's Annual Pond Lighting Event is this Friday, December 1st, starting at 5:30pm.  There will be a “formal” flip of the switch to turn on the spectacular display at 6:10pm, and will be covered live on the TV 20 News broadcast. Don't forget that Santa will arrive too!  So bring your whole family! There are over 50,000 lights, and the display changes every year.  This is the 28th year of the decorating of the Duckpond area.  The disp... 11/29/2017

[UPDATE - This restaurant closed abruptly and without warning to its patrons. This review is no longer valid] Cafe Ameraucana has opened a restaurant located at 2410 NW 43rd street. Originally a very popular pizza truck, they now have a cozy fixed location. The dough is a wild fermented sourdough that is the best texture of dough I've experienced. It is extremely soft with a light chew and char marks from the wood fired process in their imported oven. The Fontina Fungo is the only pizza I've tried (twice) via carry out but it is so exceptional I'm not sure I'll make it to the others! There's loads of umami and bombastic flavor.Check them out. This is some of the best pizza I've had in Gainesville. Cafe Ameraucana website: https://www.gnvpizza.com/menu/Facebook page: https://www.facebook... 10/17/2017

Want to Buy a Gainesville Home?If you want to buy a Gainesville home, there are 4 signs that you are ready to call a Realtor.  So many people are watching TV shows about finding, flipping, and buying homes.  Yet, while the TV shows make it all looks so easy and FAST in the hour-long show, real life is not as streamlined. If you're considering buying a home, here are 4 signs it's time to call your Gainesville Realtor. 1. Believe everything on the internet?While you can view tons of listings online, not all of the information is accurate or up-to-date. If you are looking on 3rd party web sites, those sites will not have current data. You may see outdated comps, conflicting forecasts and different ratings. Some sites will show you potential foreclosures, and that too is never correct.  You... 08/27/2017

Gainesville has been seeing a lot of new growth in the past couple of years. With the huge Celebration Point addition, we now have a Total Wine, Five Below, Aldi, New Olive Garden and so many more things. A brand new Regal Cinemas is slated to open in late 2017 and the land next to the old Regal Cinema is leveled and ready for the new super Whole Foods. Many new restaurants will be opening this year as well. Dave's New York Deli will be opening their second location on the corner of Archer and Tower in the Park Lane Apartment complex. MidiCi pizza, serving Neopolitan pizza, will open in Celebration Point. Apoke Sushi serving bowls, burritos and salads will open at 1404 W University Avenue. Jimmy Hula's, known for fish tacos and burgers, is opening in Butler Plaza North. Taziki's featuri... 07/30/2017

NEED A COMMERCIAL INSPECTION? CLICK HERE *Commecial  Inspection * Warranty Inspection * New Construction  Inspection * Mold Inspection* Do you need a Commercial Building Inspection in Gainesville, Ocala, The Villages? For more information relative to Commercial Inspections and Mold Inspections in North Central, Florida visit HOME INSPECTOR USA. We are state of Florida licensed Home Inspector and state of Florida licensed Mold Inspector/Assessor in The Villages & Gainesville, Florida. HOME INSPECTOR USA sets the standard for HOME INSPECTOR, and MOLD INSPECTOR in Lake Panasoffkee,  Ocala, The Villages, Lady lake, Leesburg, Mount Dora, Eustis, Clermont & Gainesville area. We are distinguished by our background in Engineering, Chemistry/Biology and Residential & Commercial construction and ... 07/20/2017

The Reggae Shack cafe has been closed for renovations but plans to reopen sometime next week. In the meantime, their menu is being served at the Twisted Peacock Indian restaurant with the full Reggae Shack staff on board. Choose from either Reggae Shack or Twisted Peacock's menu until the Reggae Shack reopens next week. Visit the Reggae Shack's Facebook to keep an eye out for their reopening date: https://www.facebook.com/reggaeshackcafe/ The Twisted Peacock's Facebook page can be viewed here: https://www.facebook.com/thetwistedpeacockrestaurant/ They are located at: 3610 SW 13th St Gainesville, Florida, FL 32608 (352) 505-6827 04/30/2017

Do you need a Home or a Mold Inspection and Mold Testing in Gainesville, FL.?TO SCHEDULE A MOLD INSPECTION & TESTING VISIT US AT: http://www.HOMEINSPECTORUSA.bizFor more information relative to Home Inspections, Mold Testing and Mold Inspections in Gainesville, Florida visit HOME INSPECTOR USA. We are state of Florida licensed Home Inspector and state of Florida licensed Mold Assessor / Inspector in Gainesville, Newberry, Leesburg, Mount Dora, Lady Lake, The Villages, Clermont, Florida. Contact us: CLICK HERE    HOME INSPECTOR USA sets the standard for HOME INSPECTOR, and MOLD INSPECTOR in Gainesville, Newberry & The Villages. We are distinguished by our background in Engineering, Chemistry/Biology and Residential & Commercial construction and by our extensive theoretical experience wit... 04/30/2017

GAINESVILLE HOME INSPECTION COMPANY OF CHOICE CLICK HERE for  Home Inspection Quote. Get a Home Inspection If You’re Buying “As Is”? *Complete  Inspection * Warranty Inspection * New Construction  Inspection * Mold Inspection* Some sellers – often, those working without an agent – want to sell their home “as is” so they don’t have to invest money fixing it up or take on any potential liability for defects.  There is nothing wrong with buying a home “as is,” particularly if you can buy it at a favorable price, but if you are considering buying an “as is” home, you should still hire a competent home inspector to perform an inspection.  There are several reasons for this. First, you don’t know what “as is” is. Sure, you can walk through the home and get an idea of its general condition.  Y... 04/23/2017

GAINESVILLE HOME INSPECTION COMPANY OF CHOICE  Get a Home Inspection If You’re Buying “As Is”? NEED AN INSPECTION?: CLICK HERE Some sellers – often, those working without an agent – want to sell their home “as is” so they don’t have to invest money fixing it up or take on any potential liability for defects.  There is nothing wrong with buying a home “as is,” particularly if you can buy it at a favorable price, but if you are considering buying an “as is” home, you should still hire a competent home inspector to perform an inspection.  There are several reasons for this. First, you don’t know what “as is” is. Sure, you can walk through the home and get an idea of its general condition.  You may even spot some defects or items in obvious need of repair.  But you won’t obtain the same det... 04/23/2017

Got Mold? Issues with Mold spores? Water leaks? Newberry, Gainesville & Micanopy? Gainesville & Newberry Mold inspector in Florida Do you have an issue with Mold, musty odor in your home? Are you getting sick at home? (Newberry, Gainesville, Alachua, Waldo and or Micanopy, Florida?) Or do you have a client that has problems with Mold? Just give us a call and we will be glad to address the issue. I am state of Florida Licensed Mold Assessor and Licensed Home Inspector in Gainesville, Newberry, The Villages, Ocala, Clermont, Lady Lake and Leesburg. Visit us at:  HOME INSPECTOR USA.         A Mold inspection/screening is a non-invasive examination of the building to identify and report on conditions that have led to moisture intrusion, water damaged and conditions conducive to microbial gr... 04/05/2017

Crafty Bastards is a local pub and eatery with over 40 beers on tap. They have recently opened a bottle shop next door to their pub at 4860 NW 39th avenue in Gainesville. The shop carries a variety of craft beers as well as select cheese and wine. For more information and to see the most recently stocked offerings, visit their Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/CraftyBastardsBottleShoppe/?hc_ref=SEARCH Crafty Bastards website: thecraftybastards.com/ 02/01/2017

What Are Your Plans for 2017?We’ve all had a wonderful holiday season, and with the New Year ringing in we have set our goals and plans for 2017.What are your plans for 2017? If you have thoughts on buying or selling a home in the Gainesville area, we sure hope you’ll contact us with any questions about our local real estate market. Perhaps you want to become a home owner?  If you are a home owner, you may want to upsize or downsize.Just pick up the phone or shoot us an email and let’s TALK about Gainesville Real Estate.  Curious about your home’s Value?Curious about the local real estate market?Curious about the home buying process?No Question is too small, so please call us.We are grateful for helping fifty eight (58) families achieve their goal of buying or selling a home in 2016.  A... 01/04/2017

Gainesville Real Estate Market Report November 2016Gainesville Florida Real Estate Market Report for Single Family Homes Sold for November 2016.  Here you will find the recent three-month statistics for September October and November 2016.  The chart below shows Gainesville's NEW LISTINGS, PENDING SALES, and the CLOSED SALES for the last 3 Months. New Listings are steady this month at 207.  Our PENDING contracts are down to 238.  Closed Sales are up this month to 214 for November, and these are strong November stats. The Gainesville-Alachua County Association of Realtors® provides their statistics to the Florida Realtors® each month and they compile statewide data that allows them to compile these reports. Let's look at stats for November 2016 compared to November 2015.  Closed sales sh... 01/04/2017

Gainesville FL Condominium Market Report November 2016 This Gainesville FL condominium market report is compiled from our local MLS and Florida Realtors Research Department. Our November 2016 stats shows a slight decrease in pending sales. The new listings coming on the market are down from the last month, yet this is normal for the end of the year. Pending sales are at 49, and slightly down from last month. The closed sales in November are up this month to 51 units.This chart below shows the stats for September,October & November of 2016. New Active Listings,  Pending Sales, and Closed Sales are displayed for comparison. This data is compiled from the Gainesville Multiple Listing Service & Florida Realtors® research and statistical reports. Each month we compile these posts, we plan t... 01/04/2017

9 Reasons Gainesville Home Sellers Need a Great AgentSelling your Gainesville home without hiring a real estate agent might be tempting, especially if you’re in an area where buyers are clamoring for properties. It’s not uncommon for sellers to think,  “How hard can it be to sell on my own?”  But there are important challenges home sellers may not be considering.Here are 9 reasons home sellers need a great real estate agent – more specifically a licensed REALTOR® .1. We offer wide exposure. Find an agent with the education, experience and know-how – along with the backing from a brokerage and powerful brand – to increase exposure of your house to potential buyers. Your agent can devise a marketing plan that stresses showing your property to other agents as well as to the public.2. We br... 07/27/2016

5 Financial Issues to Avoid When Buying a HomeYou’ve worked hard and have been saving money for that down payment. Your goal is to be buying a home soon, but there are 5 financial issues that can complicate your loan approval process. Avoid these five blunders by managing your spending and bills long before you look for a new home.  Let’s talk about your plans.  And, let’s get you in touch with a local Gainesville lender too.  Think of us as YOUR TEAM to be working hard with you to reach your goal of home ownership.1. Letting Your Credit Score DropYour credit score directly impacts your ability to get a home loan, the type of loan you qualify for and the interest rate. If you have borderline credit (a score in the low- to mid-600s) or further credit mishaps could prevent approval. If yo... 05/24/2016

8 Money-Saving Tips for LandscapingA yard with a beautiful landscape is one of the few home investments with a value that increases over the years. With spring in full swing, you might be wanting to spruce up your lawn & landscape.  Buyers love mature plants and trees, so giving your yard some love even if you’re not planning on selling for a few years is a smart way to go. What’s even smarter? Money-saving tips for landscaping.1. Free mulch. – Many municipalities recycle the yard waste they pick up curbside throughout the year into mulch, which is then made available to residents for free or a very low price. Surrounding your shrubs and trees with a layer of the stuff not only makes them stand out visually, it also helps conserve moisture and stave off bugs.2. Community or Interest Gro... 05/24/2016

Gainesville Florida Condominium Market Report for March 2016. This Gainesville FL condominium market report is compiled from our local MLS and Florida Realtors Research Department. The March 2016 stats shows new growth in pending sales, which is proof of a strong Spring season. The new listings coming on the market is up also, and this will be good for our spring/summer buyers.This chart below shows the stats for January, February and March of 2016. New Active Listings,  Pending Sales, and Closed Sales are displays for comparison. This data is compiled from the Gainesville Multiple Listing Service & Florida Realtors® research and statistical reports. Each month we compile these posts, we plan to publish these monthly reports after the 23rd of each month. Bookmark this site for Gainesvi... 05/12/2016

Friends of the Library Book Sale Spring 2016Spring is Here and that means things are gearing up for The Friends of The Library SPRING Book Sale! This is the annual SPRING event in Beautiful Gainesville!  If you’ve never been to this book sale, make sure you go check it out.   Lots of treasures to find and all will benefit our Alachua County Library District. The Friends of the Library Book Sale starts Saturday April 16th, 2016 at 9am (See schedule below).Saturday, Apr 16: 9am – 6pmSunday, Apr 17: Noon-6pmMonday, Apr 18: Noon-6pmTuesday, Apr 19: Noon-6pm 1/2 price dayWednesday, Apr 20: Noon-6pm 10-cent dayTo download a floor plan of the sale area, click here.The money made during the book sales is used for budgeted library support, scholarships for library staff, special projects, and co... 04/15/2016