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August 21, 2018
By Louise Bolger
Castles in the Sand

Who’s entitled to title insurance?

As discussed last week, everyone needs homeowner’s insurance and an adequate amount. And of course, if you own a vehicle you need insurance on that as well. But what about this title insurance thing…
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August 14, 2018
By SUN contributor
One Particular Harbour hotel

New hotel approved for Margaritaville site

BRADENTON – Changes are approved and a two-building hotel is coming to One Particular Harbour on Perico Island with construction planned to begin in early 2019. Representatives from owner Minto Co…
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August 14, 2018
By Louise Bolger
Castles in the Sand

Are you underinsured?

My least favorite topic to talk about and write about is homeowners’ insurance. I’m not much for burying my head in the sand, but when it comes to insurance, I accept on blind faith whatever my broke…
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August 7, 2018
By Louise Bolger
Castles in the Sand

Home sales declining, but not here

As reported at the end of July, U.S. growth exceeded 4 percent, the fastest since 2014. Nevertheless, even this great economic news isn’t helping the national housing market from pulling itself out o…
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July 31, 2018
By Louise Bolger
Castles in the Sand

Management of condominium associations

To say that condominium and homeowner association living is a big part of the Florida lifestyle would be a massive understatement. Condo living offers the freedom that not only retirees are looking f…
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July 24, 2018
By Louise Bolger
Castles in the Sand

The fastest way to kill a sale

Your beautiful, perfectly updated and decorated Island house is on the market. You have a pool, it’s within walking distance to the beach and it’s priced competitively, so why isn’t it selling? You m…
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July 17, 2018
By Louise Bolger
Castles in the Sand

Property values, taxes always hot topics

Summer cocktail parties are one of the staples of the nice warm summer months, sometimes too warm. But whether you’re on the beach, on the boat or just hanging by the backyard pool, the conversation…
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July 11, 2018
By SUN contributor
Bradenton Anna Maria Island Longboat Key

Vacancies open on TDC

Applications are being accepted for three openings on the Manatee County Tourist Development Council (TDC). The TDC is comprised of nine members who make recommendations to the Board of County Com…
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July 10, 2018
By Louise Bolger
Castles in the Sand

Where have all the houses gone?

For a very long time now, those involved in the real estate market have been moaning about the lack of inventory. There are buyers ready, willing and able, but there’s not much to choose from. We’re…
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June 26, 2018
By Louise Bolger
Castles in the Sand

Preparing your home for sale

William Morris was an English textile designer who was part of the Arts and Crafts movement in the late 1800s. One of his famous quotes is, “Have nothing in your house that you do not know to be usef…
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