If you’ve been renting properties for a while, you may be wondering when you’ll be ready and able to have a home of your own. Especially when looking at island homes, there are a lot of things to consider before making a decision. Here are some questions to ask yourself to figure out if renting or buying is right for [...]
Fall on Sanibel Island is not your typical picture of the autumn season. The leaves stay green and the air stays a balmy 80 degrees well into September, making it the perfect place to visit if you want to extend your summer by a few months. There’s still plenty to do and it will be less crowded than the more popular summer and winter [...]
Buying a home is a big commitment. One of the first steps is to talk with your bank or mortgage broker to find out your different types of mortgage options.
A conventional mortgage is one that is not insured by the federal government. There are two types of conventional mortgage loans, conforming and non-conforming. A [...]
Staging is one of the most important steps to add value and versatility to your home. Steps like depersonalizing and decluttering help convince buyers that your house could become their new home, but there are some extra steps that can really make your home stand out. Remember, it’s all about the buyer, which means sweeping away the past to [...]
The first official day of summer is almost here and summer is the most popular season for moving. If you’re planning to move into your new home this summer, here are some tips to help you stay [...]
With all of the recent restrictions, you might be asking yourself: How am I going to do a walkthrough of a potential home? How will I meet with my agent? What does the home buying process look like? Amidst the pandemic, the real estate industry has had to adapt even more to the new normal. At Kingfisher Real Estate we understand that things [...]
With all of the uncertainty the world is going through today, you may think it’s not easy to find your dream home. Even though things are different right now, it doesn’t mean you can’t go ahead and find a home. Finding the right home takes time and Kingfisher Real Estate has plenty of helpful online resources. We are still here to help you [...]
Spring is a popular season for home buying. Typically, there are more homes on the market, so you’ll have more to choose from. There are also more home buyers searching for homes, so this gives you more competition. Here are a few tips to help you get started with the home buying process this [...]
This year, Valentine's Day falls on a Friday, offering the perfect, romantic way to start off your weekend. This holiday is the perfect day of the year to change up your everyday date night and do something a little bit different. Below, are three of our favorite things to do in the [...]
There are lots of great places to enjoy a steaming cup of coffee on Sanibel Island. It's a perfect way to kick start your day whether you’re going shopping, biking, shelling, or just relaxing on the beach. Here are some of our favorite [...]
