Tampa Market Homes by Wendy Ross - Realtor, Florida Executive Realty

06/13/2026

Outdoor Shade Ideas for Comfortable Summer Living
Most backyards have a window — maybe an hour, maybe two — where they're genuinely pleasant to be in. After that, the sun takes over, and everyone retreats inside. If that sounds familiar, the fix probably isn't a bigger fan.
Use What's Already There First
Before you buy anything, walk the yard...

Most backyards have a window — maybe an hour, maybe two — where they're genuinely pleasant to be in. After that, the sun takes over, and everyone retreats inside. If that sounds familiar, the fix probably isn't a bigger fan. Use What's Already There First Before you buy anything, walk the...

06/11/2026

14519 Mirasol Manor Ct, Tampa FL

4/3 with pool and over $100k in renovations! $799,900 - Coming to market today, 6/11/26 🏡🥳🤩

06/06/2026

How to Decide Between a Starter Home and a Forever Home
Starter home or forever home? Here's the thing — most buyers approach this question backward. They start by browsing listings and then try to figure out what they're actually looking for. But the starter-versus-forever decision really needs to come first, because it shapes everything: your budget,...

Starter home or forever home? Here's the thing — most buyers approach this question backward. They start by browsing listings and then try to figure out what they're actually looking for. But the starter-versus-forever decision really needs to come first, because it shapes everything: your...

05/30/2026

How to Choose Lighting That Makes Rooms Feel Larger
The right lighting can do more for a room than almost any other design decision. Paint colors, furniture arrangement, and clever storage all play a role in how spacious a space feels — but lighting is often the element that ties everything together. Understanding a few key principles can help you transform...

The right lighting can do more for a room than almost any other design decision. Paint colors, furniture arrangement, and clever storage all play a role in how spacious a space feels — but lighting is often the element that ties everything together. Understanding a few key principles can help...

05/23/2026

How to Assess Natural Light When Touring Homes
Natural light is one of those qualities that listing photos don't always capture accurately. A room that looks bright and airy in listing photos might tell a different story in person — and the reverse is just as true. When you're touring homes, taking a few extra minutes to evaluate how light moves...

Natural light is one of those qualities that listing photos don't always capture accurately. A room that looks bright and airy in listing photos might tell a different story in person — and the reverse is just as true. When you're touring homes, taking a few extra minutes to evaluate how...

05/09/2026

What to Look for in a Move-In-Ready Home
Buying a home is one of the most significant financial decisions you'll ever make, and if you've been searching for a while, the phrase "move-in ready" probably sounds like music to your ears. But what does it actually mean, and how do you know if a home truly lives up to that description? Before you...

Buying a home is one of the most significant financial decisions you'll ever make, and if you've been searching for a while, the phrase

05/02/2026

Storage Solutions for Homes Without Large Closets
Shallow closets and limited built-ins are a hallmark of many beloved older American homes — Craftsman, mid-century ranches, Cape Cods. It's one of the trade-offs that comes with the character and charm those homes offer. What it doesn't have to come with is clutter. A thoughtful approach to storage...

Shallow closets and limited built-ins are a hallmark of many beloved older American homes — Craftsman, mid-century ranches, Cape Cods. It's one of the trade-offs that comes with the character and charm those homes offer. What it doesn't have to come with is clutter. A thoughtful approach to...

04/25/2026

What Happens Between Offer Acceptance and Closing
Your offer has been accepted. It's an exciting milestone — but if you've never bought or sold a home before, you might be surprised to learn that the journey is far from over. The period between offer acceptance and closing day is one of the most activity-packed stretches of the entire real estate...

Your offer has been accepted. It's an exciting milestone — but if you've never bought or sold a home before, you might be surprised to learn that the journey is far from over. The period between offer acceptance and closing day is one of the most activity-packed stretches of the entire real...

04/11/2026

What to Know About Homeowners Associations Before You Buy
Buying a home is one of the most significant decisions you'll ever make, and if the property you're considering is part of a homeowners association (HOA), there's an extra layer of research worth doing before you sign on the dotted line. HOAs can offer real value, but they also come with responsibilities...

04/10/2026

$459,900
4/3 with over 2200 sf and READY TO GO!

BAYCREST BEAUTY! – FULLY RENOVATED and storm-ready with flexible living options. Baycrest offers a COMMUNITY BOAT RAMP AND DOCK for residents, and this home is ideally situated on a quiet cul-de-sac in the heart of Tampa. Welcome to an extensively renovated, storm-hardened home with over $183,000 in documented improvements designed for durability, comfort, and long-term peace of mind. A true standout is the flexible private suite with its own kitchenette—ideal for multi-generational living, guest space, or income potential—while still offering the ability to easily enjoy as one expansive, seamless floorplan if desired (floorplans available). Inside, the home is bright, fresh, and move-in ready with Mohawk carpeting in the bedrooms, updated lighting, solid wood core doors, and smooth retextured ceilings with popcorn removal for a clean, modern look. The remodeled kitchen and bathrooms feature new cabinetry, quartz countertops, and GE appliances, blending style and function throughout. What truly sets this home apart are the extensive system and infrastructure upgrades rarely found in comparable homes, including a 2024 roof (25-year warranty), 2021 HVAC (10-year warranty) plus a 2022 mini-split, a 2025 50-gallon water heater, full plumbing repipe including water service line, sewer lines milled and pipelined and an active termite bond. Additional improvements for efficiency and storm protection include 2025 R-30 attic insulation, a $14,000 Garrison Hammerhead aluminum flood panel system (2025), a 30-amp RV outlet, updated electrical, fresh interior paint, and landscape enhancements. Meticulously maintained and upgraded with intention, this home offers a rare combination of flexibility, protection, and true turn-key condition in one of Tampa’s most desirable communities—now offered at a new price, presenting an exceptional opportunity for value, versatility, and peace of mind.

BAYCREST BEAUTIFUL HOME READY TO GO! Baycrest features a community BOAT RAMP and DOCK for residents. Located on a quiet cul de sac, welcome to this EXTENSIVELY RENOVATED, storm-hardened home in the heart of Tampa, offering OVER $183,000 in documented improvements designed for durability, comfort, an...