Anna Guarino, Realtor at Realty ONE Group Elevate

Anna Guarino, Realtor at Realty ONE Group Elevate Listing agent, Buyer's agent, Relocation Specialist, Resident of Gainesville and Orlando (UCF Alumni

I’ve seen Gainesville and Orlando homeowners spend $40K on a kitchen remodel and wonder why they didn’t make it back at ...
05/31/2026

I’ve seen Gainesville and Orlando homeowners spend $40K on a kitchen remodel and wonder why they didn’t make it back at closing.

Meanwhile, the house down the street spent $400 on a coat of paint, spruced up their yard, and walked away with more.

I've walked through homes where the owner gutted the bathroom before listing and barely broke even.

Then I've seen a $1,500 garage door swap change a buyer's entire first impression before they got to the front door.

The upgrades that move the needle are usually the ones that remove objections.

A well-maintained yard says "this home is cared for."

Fresh neutral paint makes every room feel like a clean slate - fresh, bright, and bigger.

As always, my DMs are open for your questions.

Follow along for all things North Central Florida Real Estate– the best new listings, things to do, and a look at life here.

Most Gainesville and Orlando buyers focus on negotiating the list price and miss finding leverage in other areas.Meanwhi...
05/26/2026

Most Gainesville and Orlando buyers focus on negotiating the list price and miss finding leverage in other areas.

Meanwhile, the levers that can save you the most don't touch the list price at all.

Ask the seller to buy down your rate. This can save you tens of thousands over the life of the loan.

Then there's the repair credits. Instead of going back and forth over who fixes what, ask for a credit at closing.

You keep the money, choose your own contractor, and what it looks like when it's finished.

Don't forget to ask what stays with the home. Appliances, furniture, window treatments, these are all negotiable. (And that's money you don't have to go spend later).

And most importantly: talk to more than one lender. I've seen the same buyer get wildly different rates just by making two extra phone calls.

As always, my DMs are open for your questions. Follow along for all things North Central Florida Real Estate– the best new listings, things to do, and a look at life here.

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6216 NW 43rd Street Suite 3
Gainesville, FL
32653

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