Harry Baxter's Blog

Posted on 06/01/2020

Is Real Estate Investing Right for You ?

Photo by Steve Buissinne via Pixabay While real estate has ups and downs, it has generally been a good long-term investment. Owning a home is one way of investing, but to really take advantage, you can buy property that you won’t necessarily occupy but will make you some money. How Real Estate Makes Money There are two basic...

General Finance

Real Estate Investing Tips

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Posted on 05/25/2020

Energy Conscious Living Spaces

Photo by Michael Schwarzenberger via Pixabay Living in Florida has its perks, but if you’re into green spaces and green energy, there are specific places that will cater to your tastes. There are a few cities that make green initiatives a priority, lessening the carbon footprint while developing sustainable communities. Here are some of the most “green” cities...

Posted on 05/18/2020

Luxurious Neighborhoods in the USA

Image by skeeze from Pixabay When looking for a luxury home, you can look for the most expensive neighborhood in the United States, or you can choose a luxury neighborhood in the part of the country you want to live in. Before you move to a different state, be sure you'll like the part of the country you...

Posted on 05/11/2020

Top Green Features Buyers Want in a Home

Photo by Sumanley xulx via Pixabay Homeowners looking to get top dollar for their house often invest in improvements to make their home more appealing to prospective buyers. Sure, they can slap up a coat of paint and make other minor cosmetic improvements, but these won’t necessarily increase their home’s value. In a survey conducted by the National...

Posted on 05/04/2020

Tips for Saving on Electricity Costs While you Travel

Photo by Clint Patterson via Unsplash It sounds like a great idea -- turn off your electricity entirely when you go on vacation and you'll dramatically slash your electric bills. While this works in theory, there are some considerations that make shutting everything down problematic for homeowners. Learning more about your options allows you to conserve energy wisely,...

Posted on 04/27/2020

Photo by Yavyav via Shutterstock Whatever your priorities are, before you take on the purchase of a home, answer these questions for yourself: Why do you want to purchase a house? Is it for financial reasons? Is it less expensive than paying rent? Until you’re certain about your reasons for buying, take it slow and make a plan....

First Time Homebuyers

Buyer Guide

Posted on 04/20/2020

Tips for Home Sellers: How to Capture Buyers' Attention

Home sellers sometimes struggle to stir up interest in their residences. Fortunately, there are lots of things you can do to help your residence capture buyers' attention, such as: 1. Craft an Engaging Home Listing A home listing should engage and inform buyers. Otherwise, an ineffective listing may make it tough for a seller to effectively promote his or...

Selling Your Home

Tips On Selling

Posted on 04/13/2020

Build a Rolling Plant Caddy

Photo by Huy Phan from Pexels Plants and flower pots can be heavy items to move around. The good news is you can eliminate the trouble with a rolling plant caddy. You can build one yourself using rustic wood or precut pieces from your local home store. Stability is the key here. Plan to build the caddy large...

Posted on 05/28/2020

Video Tour - 345 Ocean Dr #1101, Miami Beach, FL 33139

Spectacular corner penthouse with city, bay and sunset views. Complete restoration and renovations of flooring, walls, ceilings, etc. High quality upgrades and finishes chosen within impeccable designer influences style. Washer/Dryer in unit. Nothing comparable South of 5th at this price. Complete restoration means demolished to concrete. Then new ceilings, walls, insulation, AC ducting, AC, bath, kitchen, floors, hurricane impact windows and doors. Bathrooms and kitchen have Pura Vida Grohe fixture. Minimum rental period one...

Posted on 05/27/2020

345 Ocean Dr #1101, Miami Beach, FL 33139 is now new to the market!

Spectacular corner penthouse with city, bay and sunset views. Complete restoration and renovations of flooring, walls, ceilings, etc. High quality upgrades and finishes chosen within impeccable designer influences style. Washer/Dryer in unit. Nothing comparable South of 5th at this price. Complete restoration means demolished to concrete. Then new ceilings, walls, insulation, AC ducting, AC, bath, kitchen, floors, hurricane impact windows and doors. Bathrooms and kitchen have Pura Vida Grohe fixture. Minimum rental period one...

Posted on 05/12/2020

401 Ocean Dr #624, Miami Beach, FL 33139 is now new to the market!

Brand new fabulous remodeled oceanfront ocean view 2/1 furnished for rent in coveted Sofi location. High end Italian inspired designer kitchen with new Bosch side by side washer/dryer. Comes with one assigned gated parking space.One year lease only. No pets. 1 bedroom plus den used as 2nd...

Posted on 05/06/2020

3131 NE 7TH Avenue #PH5002, Miami, FL 33137 now has a new price of $2,000,000!

Just re-listed and price to sell!! Amazing PH unit with unobstructed views of the bay, beach and downtown Miami from this 4 bedroom, 5 bath + Den; decorated ready penthouse. Motivated seller. Bring...