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Renovations can blow your mind

May 19, 2026 – Louise Bolger
May 5, 2026
By Joe Hendricks

Bortell’s Lounge closed for renovations

Bortell’s Lounge is closed for renovations and is expected to remain closed for at least three to five months, maybe longer. 
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May 5, 2026
By Louise Bolger

Old homes, old problems

Is it charming or is it just old? This is the age-old question homebuyers who are looking for a home with character continually ask themselves. Since our country will be celebrating its 250th birthda…
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April 29, 2026
By Louise Bolger

Time to think positive, no matter what you read

According to national real estate reporting, the sky is falling. I agree the housing market has been stuck in a rut for the past three years, which is why I’m feeling optimistic. It’s time; and based…
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April 21, 2026
By Louise Bolger

End of season, end of sales?

April is almost over, Easter was over two weeks ago, and your house or condo is still waiting for a viable offer.
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April 15, 2026
By Leslie Lake

Breezy Bakery celebrates five challenging years

On April 9, the fifth anniversary of the Breezy Bakery’s opening, owner Bri Suzano expressed gratitude on a Facebook post for being able to do what she loves. But she also reflected on the serious ch…
April 15, 2026
By Louise Bolger

Artificial intelligence is real estate’s future

What role will artificial intelligence play in the present and future of real estate searches and sales transactions?
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April 7, 2026
By Louise Bolger

Fireplaces: Romance or work?

Owning a home with a wood-burning fireplace can be a romantic notion, but having a fireplace also requires some work and planning.
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March 31, 2026
By Louise Bolger

Selling your home gives you big tax breaks

April Fool’s Day is the one day a year when it’s okay to play a friendly trick on a friend. Two weeks later is April 15, Tax Day, and not a good day to play tricks, especially on the IRS.
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March 25, 2026
By Louise Bolger

Hidden issues in your future home

You finally found the home of your dreams. Now you need to be certain that your dream won’t turn into a nightmare. Hiring a home inspector will probably be the best money you spend during the purc…
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March 17, 2026
By Joe Hendricks

Non-commercially-rented beach cabanas still allowed in coastal conservation zones

The city of Anna Maria’s commercial beach cabana rental regulations took effect on Sunday, March 15.

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