Dawn Fernandes- ProAgent at REAL Broker, LLC

09/24/2026

📣📣 Introducing my newest listing.

Spread this near and far! Yes, a pool home for under $350k🤯
Minutes from Apollo Beach
3 🛌
2 🛀
2 🚘🚘
AND a swimming pool?! 🏊‍♀️

Gibsonton is one of fastest growing areas in Tampa Bay for affordable living without the price tag.

You'd better run🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️

This 1424 square feet Single Family home has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. It is located at 12730 KINGS LAKE DRIVE, Gibsonton, FL.

09/15/2026

Getting a house ready to sell isn't always about big renovations — sometimes it's the small stuff that makes or breaks a buyer's first impression. And sometimes, you may not need to do anything at all. It all comes down to pricing.

We're listing this one at the top of the market, so every detail matters.

📍 Door: $2 can of oops paint from Home Depot
📍 Kitchen cabinet: sanded, Bondo wood filler, primed, painted — no more tape holding it together

Not perfect. Just better. And "better" is what sells houses. 🏡✨

Thinking of selling? Let's talk about what's worth fixing.

08/20/2026

Ground Floor, Corner Unit! 🏡

This 1BR/1BA condo is tucked into a laid-back, well-maintained 55+ community with large rooms, plenty of storage, and a private screened-in patio.

Two pools, including one heated for year-round use. Pets are welcome and rentals are permitted.

10 mins to St. Pete Beach & Pass-a-Grille. 12 mins to Downtown St. Pete — without the hefty price tag.

Take a look! 👇

This 825 square feet Condo home has 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom. It is located at 3574 41ST AVENUE S #149, Saint Petersburg, FL.

08/20/2026

Yes! Work within your budget. The small things make such a difference..

🏡🔨 Small upgrades can make a big difference.

From fresh paint and updated lighting to new hardware and a little curb appeal, simple projects can give your home a refresh without breaking the bank. Learn more: https://lookforther.realtor/save-money-add-value/add-value-to-your-home/13-small-and-affordable-home-upgrades-for-big-impact/

08/20/2026

Having an ADU on your property is a great idea. It allows you to have aging family members close by, or perhaps an office space or a great rental investment opportunity..

The City of Tampa is making it easier for residents to build accessory dwelling units on their property for affordable housing. https://www.wfla.com/news/hillsborough-county/tampa-opens-the-door-for-in-law-suites-across-neighborhoods/

07/10/2026

Attention Florida Homebuyers: ⚠️

if you're waiting to save up a down payment, stop. The state might just give you one.👀

Healthcare workers, teachers, first responders, childcare workers, court employees, and servicemembers/veterans could get up to $35,000 toward their first home — at 0% interest, no monthly payment.

The Florida Hometown Heroes Program reopens July 13, 2026 with $50 million in funding, first come first served. Last round ran out in less than 6 months.

Eligibility is based on your employer, not just your title — swipe through to see the full breakdown.

Contact me and I'll connect you with my preferred lender to find out if you qualify before launch day. 🏡

06/29/2026

A little reminder...
You're not just buying a house. You're choosing where your life happens.

06/17/2026

This came up recently with a client, so I thought I would share here. This applies to any foreign nationals selling real estate here in the U.S.
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06/16/2026

School is out, but the city of St. Petersburg is still thinking about the youth. The St. Pete Parks and Recreation Department has begun its annual Summer Food

06/13/2026

This is a true story and is shared with permission. Please read, especially if you have aging parents...

An 86-year-old Tampa Bay homeowner signed a contract he thought was inspection paperwork. It wasn't.

It cost his family approximately $80,000.

By the time his daughter called me — it was already too late. The contract was signed. I legally couldn't help them.

This is how equity stripping works. These companies target homeowners under financial pressure — insurance problems, mortgage struggles, aging parents — and they show up with urgency and paperwork before anyone thinks to call a realtor or have a second set of eyes review anything.

If you are helping an aging parent navigate selling their home, please reach out before anyone shows up at the door. Before anything is signed. I'll tell you exactly what the home is worth and make sure your family walks away with every dollar they deserve.

That conversation is always free.
The full story is on my website under the blogs.

https://localtampabayrealtordawn.com/