Sharon Richards, Realtor - Fathom Realty Tampa

08/09/2026

There are several steps you should take to protect your online personal information, but the most basic is creating strong passwords for all your accounts. Let’s crack the code for fortified passwords.

What elements make for a strong online passwords? Here are some simple security tips to protect your personal data from being hacked.

08/08/2026

Scented candles won't mask to***co odors from buyers' sensitive noses. Instead, try these effective methods to rid smoke smells from your home.

The lingering odor of cigarette smoke makes any house a tough sell. It will take longer to find a willing buyer and will likely bring a lower price. Unless, of course, the seller is up for the challenge of a floor-to-ceiling scrubbing. Here’s a step-by-step guide. Floors to ceilings. Unlike pet od...

08/06/2026

Buying a rental property with existing tenants subjects you to legal and financial obligations. Read up before you buy.

If you’re buying rental property with existing tenants, you’re also taking on important legal obligations. Here’s what you need to know before you buy.

08/04/2026

Do you need a formal living room?

08/02/2026

You may have popcorn ceilings in that fixer-upper you bought. Here’s how to smooth out that dated look once and for all.

You can probably get rid of a textured ceiling if you’re willing to put in the time and elbow grease. Here’s how to remove a popcorn ceiling.

08/01/2026

When listing your home for sale, be sure to vacuum carpet and dust mop hardwoods and tile - every single day. Find other ways to keep that pet hair at bay here.

Managing pet hair is a major challenge for even the most diligent housekeeper -- especially when it’s time to put your house up for sale. Here are a few tips from a pet lover who keeps a squeaky clean home. Floors collect the most hair. Make it a priority to vacuum carpet and dust mop hardwoods an...

07/30/2026

Does student loan debt make a first home purchase difficult? It can! A great payment history, with no missed or late payments, is a great way to boost your lending profile. Read on for more tips.

If you’re worried your student loans will prevent you from buying your first home, don’t fret. Here’s what you need to know to land that first house.

07/28/2026

When staging your home, it's important to choose neutral colors. You want buyers to imagine themselves living in your home with their own décor sense.

07/26/2026

Consider purchasing a laptop stand to raise the computer screen to the correct height. It's a great way to prevent neck strain and lessen glare. Find more tips for your home office here.

With more people working from home than ever before, office workspaces are now must-haves in many homes. Whether you have a dedicated office or a flexible work area in another room, stylish and ergonomic furniture along with smart storage solutions will help create an attractive, functional space. D...

07/25/2026

Summertime means swimsuits, barbeques…and flies! Here’s how you can keep the hordes at bay inside your home.

But your home is your world, so it’s vexing when flies barge in. Here are some ways to keep flies out of your home.