Kristi Renfroe, Realtor - Levin Rinke Realty

09/05/2026

Small Home Problems to Address Before the Season Changes
A loose gutter or a drafty window rarely feels urgent, not until the temperature drops and small issues turn into a real repair bill. Walking through your property with a critical eye before the season turns can save you time, money, and a fair amount of frustration later on.
Check What's Happening...

A few small maintenance tasks now can prevent costly repairs down the road. Here's what to check around your home, inside and out, before the season changes.

09/04/2026

How to Compare Mortgage Options Like a Pro
Shopping for a mortgage can be difficult, since lenders present the numbers in so many different ways, and it's easy to focus on whichever number stands out first. Knowing what to actually compare is what helps you save money.
Know That the Interest Rate Isn't the Whole Story
The interest rate quoted...

Shopping for a mortgage means comparing more than the interest rate. Here's what buyers should check before picking the right lender and loan for their needs.

09/04/2026

New listing coming soon! Take a look at this upcoming listing at 1420 Central Pkwy, Gulf Breeze.

OFFICIAL LISTING website. 1420 Central Pkwy, Gulf Breeze, FL 32563, 1431 square foot, 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, asking price of $275,000, MLS ID 688456

09/02/2026

New listing coming soon! Take a look at this upcoming listing at 980 Grand Canal St, Gulf Breeze.

OFFICIAL LISTING website. 980 Grand Canal St, Gulf Breeze, FL 32563, 2301 square foot, 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, asking price of $675,000, MLS ID 688432

08/31/2026

Late-Summer Home Projects That Can Lower Energy Use This Fall
August may still feel like summer, but it's the perfect time to start preparing for the coming months. The work that you do before the cold settles in permanently can seriously lower your heating bills and keep you comfortable for years to come. Some of these jobs take only an afternoon to complete,...

Simple late-summer home projects can help lower your energy costs this fall, from sealing air leaks to scheduling an HVAC tune-up before the cold weather sets in.

08/26/2026

I’m incredibly grateful for every person who has trusted me—and continues to trust me—with such an important part of their journey. Whether you’ve allowed me to help you personally, referred a friend or family member, shared my name, or simply supported me along the way, **it means more to me than you know.** ❤️

Real estate is so much more than a transaction to me. It’s helping people through big decisions, exciting new chapters, investments, moves, and sometimes major life changes—and I never take the trust that comes with that lightly.

And if buying, selling, or investing is even somewhere in the back of your mind—even if it’s **two years from now**—please reach out. You don’t have to be ready today. I’m always happy to answer questions, help you understand the market, and put a plan together so that when the time is right, you’re ready.

**Whenever your next chapter begins, I’ll be here to help you every step of the way.** 🏡❤️

Thank you for continuing to trust me with your homes, your journeys, your friends, and your families. I truly couldn’t be more grateful.

Kristi Renfroe
Realtor
Levin Rinke Realty
(850) 565-0026

08/20/2026

Can This Home Adapt to Your Future Needs?
When visiting a property, it's important to think beyond the upgrades and ask yourself if this floor plan will still suit your needs five, 10, even 20 years from now. Needs change with age, or when multigenerational families come together, or even if a loved one finds that stairs are just too much to...

Before you buy or sell, take a closer look at how well a home can adjust to changing needs, from mobility and growing families to flexible, adaptable living spaces.

08/17/2026

What to Repair Before Listing Your House
Making a home ready to be listed for sale isn't always a matter of large-scale improvements. It is, more often than not, a matter of a few key repairs that will make all the difference, while a handful of less important fixes will wait. Here's how to determine which is which.
Begin With What Turns Off...

Before listing, a few repairs can help you attract more buyers, get them to pay your asking price, and save you the headache of last-minute negotiations.