Maura Cassady with Levin Rinke Realty

09/24/2026

How to Evaluate a Home's Maintenance History
A home can look well cared for during a showing and still leave plenty of questions about how it has been maintained over the years. Fresh paint and an orderly yard are easy to notice. The condition and history of the systems behind the walls aren't always as obvious.
You don't need a complete record...

A home's maintenance history can reveal more than its current appearance. Learn what buyers can look for when reviewing repairs, updates, and major systems.

09/17/2026

What Buyers Should Know About Property Disclosure Forms
When you're buying a house, the disclosure form can be easy to skim past. It often arrives alongside other paperwork, but it can provide useful background on the property before you move further into the transaction.
What sellers must disclose varies by state, so the form isn't the same everywhere....

A property disclosure form can offer useful clues about a home's history and known issues. Buyers should know what the form can tell them, what it may leave out, and where an inspection still matters.

09/14/2026

Historical residential real estate market stats for August🤓📊

09/11/2026

It’s been 25 years, and 9-11 still stirs our emotions. Horror for the scene that unfolded that day. Shock. Disbelief. And grief, profound grief, for the victims who lost their lives that day and for the families and friends who loved them.

A lasting tribute to those who died on September 11, 2001 stands at the south end of Martin Luther King, Jr. Plaza on Palafox Street, a 10,000-pound ceramic archway created by artists Peter King and Xinia Marin. The 12 ft. high sculpture is entitled the “9-11 Homage to America” and was donated to the City of Pensacola to serve as a public memorial to the victims and a symbol of a more peaceful and united world.

The piece had originated as part of an exhibition, entitled “Architectural Passages,” that the couple completed on September 10, 2001. After the attacks, the artists revised the concept of the sculpture to depict “the melding of global cultures [and] the creation of a tolerant and diverse society living peacefully together on one planet.” A dedication ceremony was held in downtown Pensacola on September 11, 2004, the third anniversary of the attacks.

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09/11/2026

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.

09/03/2026

What Buyers Should Know About Neighborhood Development Plans
When searching for real estate, don't forget that the property you're considering buying and the surrounding area may change dramatically over the years. Looking into future development plans can help you avoid surprises, such as buying near a major construction project or a new commercial development.
Where...

Before you buy, it helps to find out what's planned nearby. Development plans can shape your daily life and your home's future value, so it pays to check.

08/31/2026

Recently Sold! Take a look at what I recently sold at 8087 Fox Hunt Dr, Milton.

8087 Fox Hunt Dr, Milton, FL 32583 See 1 Photos, description and maps; Bedrooms: 5; Full Baths: 3; Square Feet: 2107; Price: $343,900; MLS ID: 682011

08/27/2026

Today, our dear friends closed on this stunning home in Blackwater Reserve! We are overjoyed to welcome them back after their years away. Heartfelt congratulations to the buyers on their new home! An exciting new chapter begins now 💛🏡✨

08/27/2026

Ways to Make Small Bathrooms Feel Larger
Small bathrooms tend to feel restrictive, but there's no need to break the bank to fix that. A few simple tweaks to lighting, color, and storage can make a real difference in how big a bathroom feels, and none of it requires a major renovation.
Let Light In (And Out!)
Bathrooms that are underlit tend...

Bounded by a small space? Add some layered lighting, a larger mirror, and smarter storage to make your bathroom feel almost twice as big without a full renovation.