Cari Bowers Group

05/20/2023

Interesting article on the new laws regarding the sale of condos and structural-integrity-reserve study.

Safety inspections mandated after 2021’s Surfside collapse have created new uncertainty in some buyers’ minds. They now want to wait until they can read the results.

03/02/2023

Florida has the highest year-to-year price increase. Bradenton/Sarasota ranks #1 and Tampa #2.

The FHFA House Price Index in 4Q 2022 found an 8.4% year-to-year rise – but 20.1% in top-ranking Bradenton. Of 100 metros, none in Fla. was lower than 31.

02/07/2023

Yes, you should buy or sell a house this year!

Buyers who wait for more inventory, lower interest rates or something else may never own a home. And given history, 2023 is a pretty good year to commit.

11/10/2022

Your household items could be more valuable than you think. Here are some tips for repurposing to save.

For many of us, mom’s ‘use-it-up, make-it-last, wear-it-out’ mantra was our introduction to thriftin...

11/03/2022

Not all firepits are created equal. While you could just pick up a firepit and set it up, if you really want the best experience then do a bit of planning.

11/03/2022

Tampa made the list of Best Places to Retire! I can personally understand why. No state income tax, great weather, good sports teams, and the best beaches in the US!

Of the top 10 places to retire according to the latest list from U.S. News & World Report, four are in Florida, five are in Pennsylvania and one is in Michigan.

11/03/2022

Did you know the average retirement lasts 18 years? Be ready financially with these tips.

The average length of retirement in the United States is 18 years, according to the U.S. Census Bure...

10/27/2022

You may be surprised at how energy efficient you can make your home without spending a fortune!

Most homeowners have weather-stripped their doors to maximize climate control, and have switched out...

10/20/2022

Looking to change the mood of the day? A little creativity can go a long way.

Creative-types can feel stalled if they don’t have a frequent creative release. But with work ...

10/17/2022

Great article on evicting animals from your chimney.

What do you do when you have a larger animal, or a nest of animals, in a hard-to-control area like a chimney? Let's find out.