Marsha Akel Martin, Realtor

06/19/2026

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06/19/2026

✨ Space. Character. Peace of Mind. ✨

Beautiful pool home in the sought-after Beauclerc area of Jacksonville featuring major systems already updated, multiple flex spaces, and room to make it your own.

🏡 Pool Home
⚡ Whole-Home Generator
🌳 Oversized Lot
🛠 Major Systems Updated
📍 9167 Bay Cove Lane
💻 MLS #2147744
🤑 $699,900

Message me for details or a private showing!

📞 904-568-4201

As a Jacksonville native, my goal is to serve my clients with all of their real estate needs.

06/17/2026

Before listing for sale, take the extra step to stage your home. Here are the reasons why it is worth the investment.

Before the “For Sale” sign goes up, smart homeowners typically make any necessary repairs and clean until their homes shine. Home staging is an extra step that savvy sellers take to prepare their homes for potential buyers. What is staging? Is it worth the trouble? What is home staging? The goal...

06/15/2026

Enjoying a vacation home rental might give you the idea of going in together with family or friends to buy your own place. Before you jump into joint ownership, read up on these vitally important questions to consider.

What if we go in together to buy our own vacation home? It sounds heavenly! But before you take the plunge, consider these important questions.

06/13/2026

What's in your dream backyard? A hot tub, pool, or both?

06/12/2026

YouTube has thousands of DIY home repair videos that can save you money. Here are some tips on how to find the help you need.

If you’re a DIYer, YouTube can show you how to make a wide range of home repairs that will save you money.

06/10/2026

Even pet-loving buyers may be turned off by lingering pet odors and damage. Check out this guide to prepare your pet and your house for showings.

When pet owners put their homes up for sale, it’s best to make those beloved animals disappear without a trace. The dog beds, the cat crates, the hair, the chew marks and the smell all need to be removed before the first showing. Here’s a step-by-step guide on selling your home with pets.

06/08/2026

Neighborhood tennis courts and swimming pools are favorites of home buyers. Here's an article to help you consider the pros and cons of these features before you purchase.

When you’re shopping for a new home, many planned developments offer tempting neighborhood amenities such as swimming pools and tennis courts. But before you dive in, read about the pros and cons. Pros. Living in a neighborhood with tennis courts and a swimming pool provides easy access to leisure...

06/06/2026

Staging on a budget? Thrift stores, yard sales, and flea markets are great places to find furniture and home decor.

06/05/2026

All light bulbs eventually burn out. But some contain hazardous materials, so how can you get rid of them in an environmentally safe way? Here’s how.

Light bulbs eventually burn out. Compact fluorescent and LED bulbs must be disposed of. Here’s how to get rid of old light bulbs safely.