Roost Realty

05/09/2025

More than 80% of U.S. metros saw price gains in Q1 2025, with 11% of areas experiencing double-digit increases. The national median price grew 3.4% year-over-year.

09/19/2024

The unusually large interest rate cut suggests the economy is rebounding. The cut will continue to impact mortgage rates, which have declined in the past weeks.

09/14/2024

October: This Year's Best Time to Buy

Although the 2024 homebuying season was relatively slow, this fall is poised to bring lower mortgage rates and more for-sale inventory, Realtor.com said.

08/29/2024

This charming 1925 bungalow is located in the heart of Historic Hampton Terrace roughly 3 blocks from iconic lake Roberta and .4 miles from Publix. The kitchen has been completely updated with custom shaker cabinetry, Kohler farmhouse sink, crown molding, a built-in pantry while also cleverly hiding the front load washer & dryer, lots of extra storage, granite countertops, subway tile backsplash, stainless appliances and gas stove with hood vent seamlessly blending classic charm with contemporary convenience. The home also features 2 spacious bedrooms, 2 updated bathrooms, original hardwood floors, multiple windows for lots of natural light, and a cozy brick fireplace. The primary bathroom includes a large walk-in shower with built-in bench & additional rain head, a secondary walk-in closet with custom built-ins, while the middle bathroom features a classic tub. The back yard features a large paver patio with room for the potential addition of a garage, shed or work shop. The back yard also has side access on 11th St. as well as alley access making it well situated for the storage of a boat or RV. The roof was replaced in 2019, electrical & plumbing have been updated, tankless hot water heater & an attic pull down ladder for easy access.

Virtual Tour by Matt S Bailey

03/14/2024

Scammers are using AI to impersonate the written and voice communications of real estate professionals to infiltrate transactions and scam clients.

04/10/2023

Rejecting lower-court decisions, the Fla. Supreme Court ruled that homeowners who rent out rooms within their property may lose part of their homestead exemption.

03/29/2023

In Feb., the number of buyers searching listings outside their state dropped 3.6% year-to-year – but those looking locally fell 14.4%. 5 Fla. metros are top go-to spots.

02/26/2021

Virtual Tour by Matt S Bailey | Best value in Plant District! This well maintained and recently updated 2 bed 1.5 bath town home is move-in ready! Updates include new A/C in 2016, new roof in 2018, newer kitchen, stainless appliances, laminate flooring trough out, hard wood stairs, updated bathrooms...

02/11/2021

FOR RENT: Gorgeous 2 bed 1 bath Bungalow located 5 blocks north of Armature Works!

Virtual Tour by Matt S Bailey | The location doesn't get any better then this! Rare find in Tampa Heights located roughly 5 blocks north of Armature Works and the River Walk. This spacious 2 bed 1 bath Bungalow features newly refinished original hard wood floors, a formal dining room, screened & cov...

02/05/2020

Home prices are going up; mortgage rates are going down. A study by Black Knight found that the buyer savings from mortgage rate drops more than offsets the rise in home prices by about 16% (about $48,000) in just over a year’s time.

12/12/2019

Monroe County charged a man for “knowingly and willfully” providing false information to officials so he could get a homestead exemption on his property tax bill.

11/18/2019

Elliot Eisenberg, Ph.D., consulting economist for Greater Tampa REALTORS, shares his insights on the Hillsborough County housing market.