Bargains on the beach

Realtor.com is part of my everyday life. I check it for new listings, sold listings, open houses and sometimes just to look at the...

The three-month sofa

Tomorrow is July 4, a festive day for the country and Anna Maria Island, where small-town vibes and celebrations still happen. Flags flying, parades,...

Home sales and hurricanes

This is one of those times when I just want to put my head in the sand or at least lay on top of...

Roofs: Need I say more?

It's Florida, it’s hurricane season and your insurer is taking a good look at the most important thing over your head, and it’s not...

Reinsurance causing rate hikes

I know, not more talk about insurance, especially a week after the beginning of hurricane season. But if the Wall Street Journal can put...

Louise Bolger

Louise Bolger writes about real estate in Castles in the Sand. Email