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Melissa Mena, Orlando Real Estate Agent, 3801 Avalon Park E Boulevard, Orlando, FL (2026)

12/21/2023

🏡 It doesn’t take long for a wood deck to start looking weathered and neglected.

👉 Here are a few tips to help you keep your wood deck in tip-top shape.

1. Do A Water Test
Simply spray some water on it and watch what happens to the water. If it soaks into the wood, it’s time to reseal.

2. Clean Before Sealing
Use a cleaner designed for wood to remove obvious surface dirt and then sand the deck lightly to prepare it for staining and/or sealing.

3. Use A Deck Brightener
If your deck is particularly weathered, apply a deck brightener to breathe new life into it.

4. Seal Your Deck
Purchase a stain/sealer that repels water and resists fading.

5. Keep Up With Maintenance
Periodically clean your deck of surface dirt and stains and conduct a water test to spot issues before they become big problems.

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Melissa Mena Orlando

12/20/2023

🍎 Looking for ways to give your kitchen an upgrade without breaking the bank or spending too much time?

👇 Here are four kitchen DIYs that are easy and cheap but make a big impact.

1. Replace The Faucet
Replace the faucet with something sculptural-looking and high-tech. The upgrade will make your kitchen seem more high-end almost instantly.

2. Redo The Backsplash
A modern choice in kitchen backsplashes is self-adhesive metal tiles. Just cut the tiles to the correct size and shape for the space, then apply them using the pre-applied adhesive on the back.

3. Update The Lighting
Add some under-the-counter LED lighting using double-sided tape or small screws, or change out your old light bulbs for smart bulbs you can control with your phone.

4. Replace The Drawer And Cabinet Pulls
It’s as simple as unscrewing the old hardware and turning in the new ones, so there’s really no excuse not to make this upgrade, especially when most hardware and home improvement stores carry a wide selection of handles and k***s to fit any budget.

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12/19/2023

💸 When it comes to real estate investing, there is always a certain amount of risk involved.

⏬ Here are six risk factors of real estate investing that every investor should be aware of.

1. Market Risks
While no investor can control the market, he can strategize based on market conditions and build a diversified portfolio.

2. Asset-Level Risk
As a general rule, the less risky an investment, the less return it delivers. In real estate, the same holds true. For example, there’s always a need for apartments regardless of the economy.

3. Idiosyncratic Risks
Idiosyncratic risks are risks that are specific to a particular property. For example, construction of any kind (renovations, repairs, new constructions) add risk to a real estate investment because they usually halt rent payments during that time.

4. Liquidity Risks
Being able to get out from under an investment easily is something every investor should consider before buying any property. In markets such as houston, dozens of investors may throw their hats into the ring hoping to buy your property, regardless of the market.

5. Credit Risk
Having a credit-worthy renter doesn’t mean your investment is a sure-fire money maker. Even the biggest name renters can go bankrupt, leaving you in the lurch.

6. Replacement cost risk
Demand is a powerful motivator. As lease rates climb in older properties due to an increase in demand for space, it stands to reason that someone will come along and build new buildings to accommodate that demand.

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12/14/2023

👉 Here’s how to conquer the toy clutter and reclaim the home you once ruled.

1. Get Rid Of Toys They Don’t Play With Anymore
If your kids have more toys than they know what to do with, it’s time to reduce their stash to something more manageable for both you and them. Have your kids sort their toys into categories: those they play with and those they don’t.

2. Be Picky When Buying Toys
Choose well-made toys that can “grow” with your child.

3. Set Some Toys Aside For Special Occasions
To keep kids from getting bored with their toys and to keep from constantly cleaning up after messy toys, set some toys aside for family time or rainy days.

4. Set The Rules
Set rules such as “No toys in the kitchen,” or make it a rule that everyone has to pick up their toys each night before bed.

5. Make Sure Every Toy Has A Home
Rather than throw all the toys in a large toybox, give kids separate totes and bins to put their things so they can easily find them and put them away on their own.

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Melissa Mena Orlando

12/12/2023

🏊🏊‍♀️ Deciding between an underground (inground) and aboveground pool can be difficult.

👇 Here are several factors to consider if you’re thinking of installing a pool on your property.

4 Important Factors To Consider Before Getting A Pool

Cost
Underground: in general, the cost of an underground pool is going to be significantly higher than that of an aboveground pool.

Aboveground: aboveground pools consist of three main parts: the pool kit, the installation, and the decking (if any)

Size
Aboveground pools can be just as big as underground pools.

Maintenance
Both require cleaning and regular maintenance, but if your aboveground pool doesn’t have decking around it.

Longevity
Aboveground pool structures can last up to 15 years
How long an inground pool lasts depends on the type.

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12/07/2023

🤔 Unsure what to charge your tenants for rent?

💰 The tips below can help you figure out how to set the correct rent price for your rental properties!

1. Research listings
While it may be time consuming, knowing what other landlords are asking for rent in a given area goes a long way to letting you know what you should charge.

2. Ask someone who knows
Anytime you want to know something, it’s always best to talk to someone who’s “been there, done that.” experience breeds success, so talk to others who have prior experience setting rent prices.

3. Compare actual rent prices in a given area
If you want to set the correct rent for your rental properties, you have to take the time to do your homework. The more you understand about the other rental properties in your area, the more able you will be in setting a price that generates you a profit while making your tenants happy. Use the information above to figure out how to set the correct rent price for your rental properties.

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Melissa Mena Orlando

12/05/2023

🤝 Are you selling your home and concerned about keeping it and your belongings safe? Selling a home isn’t necessarily unsafe, but there are some safety concerns you should keep in mind.

🙏This post takes you through four such safety concerns and what you can do to ensure your home and your belongings stay safe and secure while your house is up for sale. Read these helpful tips every home seller should know.

1. Stash personal items and valuables. First, by stashing any valuables and/or collectibles you have, you don’t give would-be thieves a chance to steal your things.

2. Keep track of the people who come and go. If you keep track of each visitor, you’ll have a list of people to go to if any of your belongings go missing.

3. Forgo the open house. As a seller, open houses only account for about 6 percent of home sales.

4.Install security cameras. Installing security cameras doesn’t just keep your belongings safe, they also increase the home’s value.

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Melissa Mena Orlando

11/30/2023

💸 Buying a home is a big step. It’s probably the biggest investment you’ll ever make, so it pays to take some time to consider all aspects of the process carefully.

👇🏼Here are five important things you need to know as a homebuyer to ensure you make wise decisions along the way.

1. Preparation
From the maintenance and upkeep to the financial side of things, you’ll need to be sure owning a home fits your lifestyle.

2. Finances
“How much house can you afford?” the answer is important because it’s very easy to get into a house that’s more than your budget can handle.

3. Looking at homes for sale
You can look for homes for sale yourself or you can find a realtor to help you find the home of your dreams.

4. Making an offer
Once you’ve found the perfect home for you, you’ll need to make an offer on it.

5. Closing the deal
Buying a home involves a great deal of paperwork, much of which is hard to understand for the average person.

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Melissa Mena Orlando

11/28/2023

👀 Looking to add a bit of color to your front façade without going overboard?

👇 Here are several ways to add that pop of color you so crave.

1. The Front Door
If you aren’t sure which color is best for your home’s front door, choose something from its current color palette and run with it.

2. The Shutters
Another easy way to add color without going overboard is to paint your home’s shutters.

3. The Trim
Feeling gutsy? Painting the trim on your home a bold color makes quite a statement.

4. Flowers And Flowerpots
Choose easy to care for varieties that produce plenty of bright, colorful flowers.

5. Decorative Elements
The front door is the perfect place to add a seasonal wreath that’s colorful and fun, while that bench on your front porch is just screaming for some colorful throw pillows in each corner.

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Melissa Mena Orlando

11/23/2023

🛁 Thinking of remodeling your bathroom but don’t want to spend a ton of money in the process?

💡 Here are a few bathroom remodeling ideas that won’t cost you a lot of time or money.

1. Give Your Tub A Facelift
If you’d love to replace the tub in your bathroom, but the project just seems too big and too expensive, give it a facelift instead. You can give the impression that you’ve replaced that old tub by purchasing a tub cover to go over your existing tub.

2. Bye-bye Old Shower Tile
In addition to tub covers, you can also purchase shower liners to cover the old, damaged tile that’s covered your shower walls forever.

3. Open Up The Space
Most bathrooms tend to be on the smaller side, which can make them feel cramped and dark. You can help make your tiny bathroom look bigger and brighter by doing away with the shower curtain and installing some clear shower doors instead.

4. Replace Just A Few Pieces
Simply replacing a few of its features can really make a difference. Replace the old vanity and sink with a new, modern design. Or switch out the mirror for something more ornate to give the room a different feel.

5. Give It A Good Cleaning
A good cleaning goes a long way to make a bathroom look and feel good. After any type of remodeling project, make sure to clean the surfaces well and consider adding a fresh coat of paint to the walls to freshen it up. You’d be surprised at how just this little bit of elbow grease can improve your bathroom’s appearance.

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Melissa Mena Orlando

11/23/2023

🤩 Check Out These Smart Ways To Increase Your Rental Income

1. Use The Equity You Already Have
You can take out a Home Equity Line of Credit (HELOC), a home equity loan, or do a cash-out refinance on the first mortgage to get the funds you need to purchase another investment property.

2. Put Your Debt-to-income Ratio To Work For You
As far as the bank is concerned, if your first investment property is generating an income every month, or has the potential to generate an income every month, it is probably worth borrowing against for purchasing another investment property.

3. Increase Your Investment Portfolio
It stands to reason that the more you add to the number of investment properties you own without overextending your finances, the more rental income you stand to collect.

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Melissa Mena Orlando

11/21/2023

❄️ With the dreary days of winter upon us, who couldn’t use a little colorful?

🌺 Here are several colorful plants you need to brighten your home.

1. Golden fluorite
Golden fluorite can handle the drier indoor air, but it loves to be on the moist side.

2. Guacamole
The guacamole is an easy to grow plant that actually has its own cup to hold water.

3. Birkin
What makes this one so appealing, however, is the unique pinstriping on each leaf.

4. Harvest moon
It can stand the top inch of its soil to dry out, but you should never let it go completely dry.

5. Positively peridot
This plant also has a burst of burgundy splotches and red margins that tease and tantalize the senses by catching the light on tiny hair-like fibers and reflecting it back for a stunning display.

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