Todd & Barb Allen, Florida Executive Realty

06/23/2026

How to Spot a Well-Maintained Home
Fresh paint and staged furniture can make almost any house look good — that's the point. What you actually want to know before you fall in love with the countertops is whether the home has been well cared for. That difference shows up in places that never make it into the listing photos.
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Learn how to look past the staging and spot the signs of a truly well-maintained home, from the foundation grading and roof condition to the mechanical systems and small details that reveal how a property has really been cared for.

06/22/2026

We are excited to share that we just added a new listing! Just Listed! Do not miss this new listing at 619 S 63RD STREET , Tampa.

OFFICIAL LISTING website. 619 S 63rd Street , Tampa, FL 33619, 1096 square foot, 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, asking price of $300,000, MLS ID TB8521187

06/18/2026

How to Maintain Decks and Patios for Long-Term Use
Your outdoor living space is worth protecting. Whether you have a wood deck, a composite platform, or a poured concrete patio, neglect tends to compound quickly. A small crack ignored now can become a serious repair bill later. The good news? Most of what keeps these spaces in good shape is straightforward...

06/16/2026

New Price! Take a look at the new price for 745 OAK PARK PLACE, Brandon.

OFFICIAL LISTING website. 745 Oak Park Place, Brandon, FL 33511, 1252 square foot, 2 bedrooms, 2 full & 1 partial bathrooms, asking price of $215,000, MLS ID TB8498466

06/16/2026

Questions Buyers Should Ask About Utility Costs
Before you fall in love with a home, it's worth asking a question that often gets overlooked: What does it actually cost to live here? The purchase price is just the beginning. Monthly utility bills can vary wildly from one property to the next, and they can significantly affect how comfortable that...

Before you fall in love with a home, it's worth asking a question that often gets overlooked: What does it actually cost to live here? The purchase price is just the beginning. Monthly utility bills can vary wildly from one property to the next, and they can significantly affect how comfortable...

06/16/2026

Recently Sold! Take a look at what we recently sold at 2209 E 18TH AVENUE , Tampa.

2209 E 18TH AVENUE , Tampa, FL 33605 See 1 Photos, description and maps; Bedrooms: 3; Full Baths: 1; Square Feet: 760; Price: $200,000; MLS ID: TB8509033

06/12/2026

Recently Sold! Take a look at what we recently sold at 6417 PIGEON PLUM WAY , Bradenton.

6417 PIGEON PLUM WAY , Bradenton, FL 34210 See 1 Photos, description and maps; Bedrooms: 4; Full Baths: 3; Partial Baths: 1; Square Feet: 3376; Price: $1,925,000; MLS ID: J1001872

06/11/2026

Recently Sold! Take a look at what we recently sold at 4712 EVER LASTING TRAIL , Plant City.

4712 EVER LASTING TRAIL , Plant City, FL 33567 See 1 Photos, description and maps; Bedrooms: 4; Full Baths: 3; Partial Baths: 1; Square Feet: 2929; Price: $675,000; MLS ID: TB8471619

06/11/2026

Outdoor Shade Ideas for Comfortable Summer Living
Most backyards have a window — maybe an hour, maybe two — where they're genuinely pleasant to be in. After that, the sun takes over, and everyone retreats inside. If that sounds familiar, the fix probably isn't a bigger fan.
Use What's Already There First
Before you buy anything, walk the yard...

Most backyards have a window — maybe an hour, maybe two — where they're genuinely pleasant to be in. After that, the sun takes over, and everyone retreats inside. If that sounds familiar, the fix probably isn't a bigger fan. Use What's Already There First Before you buy anything, walk the...