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Volume 11, Issue 09

PALM COAST / FLAGLER COUNTY, FL

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INTRACOASTAL VIEWS

CYPRESS KNOLL 3BR/2BA Salt Water canal home.

This spacious home features a formal living and dining room, family room, kitchen and breakfast nook perfect for entertaining. $249,000 Text P654789 to 85377

SALT WATER CANAL Updated 3BR/2BA move in ready home with great canal views.

Kitchen features granite and s/s appliances. New tile and freshly painted inside and out. $224,500 Text P694959 to 85377

TIDELANDS Rare 3rd Floor end unit that overlooks the ICW. Light and bright 3BR/3BA unit with its own storage unit. Updated kitchen granite counter tops and brand new s/s appliances $287,500 Text P314388 to 85377

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IMMACULATE Spacious 3BR/2BA home loaded with upgrades and a formal dining, den, great room and breakfast nook. Enjoy the Florida room or and the back yard that backs up to a preserve. $209,900 Text P726644 to 85377

EQUESTRIAN ESTATE 3BR/2.5BA/2CG with a seperate 4 car detached garage with loft and horse barn. All located on 6.2 Acres with a fishing pond. Must See! $264,900 Text P660034 to 85377

MOVE IN READY 4BR/2.5BA updated home perfect for entertaining. Open family room with a fireplace. Spacious kitchen features granite counters and s/s appliances. $199,000 Text P735910 to 85377

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GOLF COURSE HOME

DOUBLE CORNER COMMERCIAL LOT, Industrial/Office Building- includes three offices and a warehouse, the building has been approved and designed for a 2nd story with ample parking. Brand new roof in 2014. $229,900

BEAUTIFUL Open floor plan 4BR/2BA updated home perfect for entertaining. Huge 12x24 covered screened lanai overlooking the large back yard. $165,900 Text P274292 to 85377

PINE LAKES Corner lot 4BR/3BA on an over sized lot by the 6th hole. This home features a large kitchen w/ nook, formal dining, living, and family rooms with a fireplace. $179,900 Text P650706 to 85377

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GREAT FOR ENTERTAINING

SALTWATER CANAL

GREAT BUY

SALTWATER CANAL 3BR/2BA POOL home. This home is set up for entertaining with it’s formal dining room, breakfast nook and sliding glass doors to the covered screened lanai. $339,500 TEXT P700227 TO 85377

FLAGLER BEACH Cute 2BR/1BA beach bungalow on a canal tip lot. So close you can see the ICW from your backyard. Walking distance to restaurants, shops, and pier. $275,000 TEXT P599570 TO 85377

BRIDGEWATER Flagler Beach 3BR/2BA condo minutes from the beach and ICW. This stylish condo features high volume ceilings, raised panel cabinets in the kitchen, tile floors and a screened patio. $179,400 TEXT P313148 TO 85377

PRIVATE BACKYARD

A BOATER’S DREAM

WALK TO THE BEACH

CUSTOM 3BR/2BA Pool home loaded with upgrades! The kitchen boasts granite and s/s appliances. Lounge by the pool in privacy, secluded in your oversized fenced yard. $249,900 TEXT P734318 TO 85377

MARINA COVE Fully Furnished 3BR/2BA with great views and seconds to the ICW. Community amenities including pool and more. Minutes to the beach!

Includes Boat Slip. $219,000 TEXT P274291 TO 85377

CUSTOM POOL HOME 4BR/3.5BA Flagler Beach home loaded with extras. 2 screened balconies. Master suite w/sitting room and a balcony with amazing views.

Fenced Backyard. $469,900 TEXT P731939 TO 85377

GREAT LOCATION

COMMERCIAL LOT

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SEMINOLE WOODS Build your Dream Home. Convenient to I-95 & US1, Town Center shopping and with Flagler Beach just minutes away, your paradise awaits! $59,900 TEXT P592734 TO 85377

GREAT LOCATION FOR A COMMERCIAL LOT, convenient to I-95, Shopping and restaurants. 1.6 acres and just off of a busy intersection. Success is right around the corner! $149,900 TEXT P577928 TO 85377

5 ACRES IN NOTTINGHAM EQUESTRIAN COMMUNITY. Plenty of room for your home and horses! Close to Princess Place Reserve. City water and paved roads with Country privacy. $173,900 TEXT P561044 TO 85377

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BEAUTIFUL 4BR/2BTH/2CG home located in a stunning area of Pine Lakes.

This home offers 2000+LSF, tile & laminate floors, SS appliances, Jacuzzi, stone fireplace, newer A/C, big fenced in yard and much more. Asking $184,900

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SUNRISE VILLAS Renovated 3BR/2.5BA town home with a private courtyard entrance. New tile flooring, new carpet in bedrooms and a completely new kitchen with s/s appliances, granite counters and wood cabinets. MLS:212023 $179,999

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CASH COW Prime location with high traffic across from Bing’s Landing. Existing Ice Cream, Snack Bar Business, Bicycle Shop, and 4 apartments in rear. Adjacent lot approved for Bait & Tackle Shop or Boat & Trailer storage. Endless possibilities for this property. Almost an half acre on scenic highway 1/2 mile from beach. $499,000

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BRING YOUR BOAT Totally remodeled from top to bottom this 2BR/2.5BA townhome with beautiful views of the canal and is seconds from the Intracoastal Waterway. This unit features a gorgeous kitchen and more. Boat Slip Included! MLS:212320 $245,000

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GRAND HAVEN Village Oaks 3BR/2BA Mediterranean inspired home.

Spacious design with high ceilings, dramatic dining room ceiling design, and lit plant shelves. Great Pool/Spa lanai. MLS:213198 $329,900

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PRIVACY! This 3BR/2BA home is in good condition and in a great location. A natural buffer in the back yard gives tons of privacy when you are sitting on your large screened back porch. Motivated Sellers. MLS:209323 $129,800

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LIKE NEW! Ideal Homes 3BR/2BA/2CG in the F section. The kitchen has s/s appliances. Great screened back porch with tile. Excellent landscaping with circle drive way. MLS:211757 $275,000

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SAILBOAT COUNTRY Excellent 3BR/2.5BA POOL home located on a saltwater canal. Spectacular water views from the Florida room. Boat house with 2 boat lifts for all toys.

MLS:213620 $425,000

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CINNAMON BEACH 5BR/6BA SPACIOUS AND INVITING LAKEFRONT HOME. MLS:212660 $649,900

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PEACEFUL AND PRIVATE Seagate Paradise 3BR/2BA with Fully Fenced Yard on a Reserve. Large Screened Back Porch. MLS:213339 $169,000

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PENDING IN 55 DAYS OCEANFRONT CONDO 2BR/2BA Spectacular Sunrises from the Front Balcony and Views of the ICW and Sunsets from Rear Balcony. MLS:213290 $264,900

PENDING 3BR/2BA with Den. Freshly Painted. All Tile Floors. Eating Bar. Huge Back porch. MLS:207643 $119,900

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HAMMOCK BEACH Ocean View 3BR/3.5BA Sold Furnished w/ Separate Agreement. MLS:209173 $899,900

DIRECT OCEANFRONT Luxurious 3BR/3.5BA in Hammock Dunes. Perfect for Entertaining. MLS:209817 $564,900

RENTAL REMODELED 3BR/2BA First floor, corner unit, located on the Palm Harbor golf course. $1200 Per Month Rental

RENTAL HAMMOCK DUNES Ocean View 3BR/3.5BA Open Floor Plan Corner Unit. $2,450 Per Month Rental

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PINE LAKES Corner lot 4BR/2.5BA POOL home with loft. Remodeled kitchen with new cabinetry & granite countertops and breakfast bar provides lots of space for family. MLS:213144 $254,900

CYPRESS KNOLL Beautiful 3/2/2 pool home adjacent to the golf course with upgrades & privacy. Very bright and open floor plan. French doors lead to pool from Great room and Master Suite. MLS:208172 $269,000

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BELLEAIRE LAKE One of a kind beautiful custom home on park-like reserve. This 4BR/3.5BA home is perfect for entertaining. A large balcony wraps the entire second floor, and overlooks the pool and lake. MLS:194337 $469,900

FLAGLER BEACH Just 1 1/2 blocks from the beach!

Large 3BR/2.5BA, recently remodeled, move-in ready home. New designer kitchen w/ quality cabinetry, s/s appliances, & quartz counters. MLS:212997 $399,000

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SAILBOAT COUNTRY Exquisite custom built 3BR/3BA/3CG pool home on tip lot w/ awesome water views. Spacious family/media room w/ hardwood floors; recessed lighting; access to pool. MLS:199218 $675,000

GRAND HAVEN Intracoastal Front Street 3BR/3BA Pool home. Kitchen features lots of cabinetry, upgraded appliances, granite counters. Large master suite on first floor with water views. MLS:213728 $1,100,000

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STUNNING CUSTOM INTRACOASTAL HOME 3bd/2.5ba 2,466lsf MLS#213735 $589,000 Carolyn Million P729568

AWE INSPIRING CUSTOM BUILT SALTWATER CANAL POOL HOME! 4bd/2.5ba 2,388lsf MLS#213610 $459,900 Rich DeCeglie P723685

A PIECE OF PARADISE? 2bd/1ba &2half ba 1,285lsf MLS#213855 $449,000 Andrea Thompson & Blaine Draisey P112740

HERE IT IS! 3bd/2ba 1,712lsf MLS#213634 $299,900 Mark Hewchuk P724463

PLENTY OF ELBOW ROOM! 3bd/3ba 2,558lsf MLS#213283 $289,000 David Alfin & Tammy McIlravy P707358

GRAND HAVEN CONDOMINIUM LIVING. 3bd/3ba 2,015lsf MLS#213284 $279,900 David Alfin & Tammy McIlravy P707363

HOME SWEET HOME 4bd/2ba 2,232lsf MLS#213856 $234,900 Pam Richardson P350732

GRAND HAVEN GATED COMMUNITY 2bd/2ba 1,762lsf MLS#213641 $212,000 David Alfin & Tammy McIlravy P724464

GREAT FAMILY HOME! 4bd/3ba 2,505lsf MLS#213523 $199,000 Sherron Skibo & Saniye Pirro P721074

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FANTASTIC GOLF AND WATER VIEWS!! 4bd/2ba 2,232lsf MLS#213268 $445,000 Carolyn Million P707359

THIS BEAUTIFUL HOWELL BUILT SAN TROPEZ MODEL OFFERS IT ALL! 3bd/3ba 2,439lsf MLS#213789 $378,000 Sherry L White P730767

THE ULTIMATE MINI MANSION DREAM HOME 6bd/4.5ba 3,650lsf MLS#213409 $349,900 Vitaly Vinogradov P712485

LUXURY LIVING AT ITS BEST. 3bd/2ba 1,704lsf MLS#213264 $279,900 Wendy MacKinnon

HONEY STOP THE CAR! 5bd/3ba 3,380lsf MLS#213445 $257,000 Abby McQuade P725599

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SEAGATE BUILDERS MOST POPULAR PLANS - Misty III 4bd/2ba 1,891lsf MLS#213285 $179,000 David Alfin & Tammy McIlravy P707360

LOOK NO FURTHER! Welcome Home! 3bd/2ba 1,846lsf MLS#213427 $169,900 Joanna Weiland P714499

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Décor Layering Tips from Top Designers

by Courtney Soinski

One of the hottest new home design trends among interior designers is layering unique patterns and textures throughout various rooms in your home. This layering technique creates heightened visual interest and will catch the eyes of your guests and potential home buyers the moment they set foot through the front door. Get inspired to layer elements in your home with these new and innovative ideas!

Fancy Frames

Rugs Galore

An empty wall holds endless potential. If the room is small, expand your space with a mirror collage featuring a variety of shapes and varnishes. Is your heart set on colorful patterned wallpaper?

Showcase your favorite print in a large frame for a beautiful living room backdrop to avoid feeling overwhelmed. Art fans should collect a variety of frames in different finishes and styles to create a living room gallery.

Start with a flat, neutral rug as your foundation and then add a smaller accent rug on top. Investing in a large rug with a subdued color is wise, but have fun with the accent rug. Whether cowhide or a geometric print, choose a similar color scheme and play with the positioning by placing the top rug at a purposeful angle.

Pillow Patterns While it’s fun to mix and match pillows, certain textures complement each other better than others. For example, linens and wool tend to look better with woven fabrics, while shiny and matte fabrics are best kept separate. Mixing contrasting textures such as silk and corduroy calls for a strong sense of design confidence, but it can be done.

Drab Turned Fab When thinking about your space, it’s important to remember that design inspiration can be found anywhere. Look for antique candleholders or paperweights.

Check out antique shops or thrift stores for hidden treasures. When traveling, visit flea markets and local art fairs. Transform an old object like a rustic slab of wood into a glossy countertop for your kitchen island. No matter where you travel, keep an eye out for timeworn treasures for your home.

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Questions The

to ask every agent before listing your home Finally, the news about the housing market in terms of both the number of homes sold and selling prices has been encouraging. As a result, many homeowners who have delayed putting their home on the market over the last four years are now considering doing so. For most of us, our home is our single largest financial asset and the commission we pay a real estate professional to sell it is substantial. As a result, we have a right to have high expectations of the plan they execute to sell our home.

A seller’s objective is typically pretty straightforward – sell my home for the maximum price in the shortest amount of time. Top real estate professionals do not sit around and wait for a buyer to stumble upon your home. They actively seek out and market your home to all possible qualified buyers.

To make sure your home is sold quickly and for the best price, here are questions you should ask before you select an agent to sell your home.

1. What is your plan to market my home to local buyers?

Real estate remains hyper local. The National Association of REALTORS® reports that home buyers moved about 12 miles from their previous home to their new home. That means there is a very good chance the buyer of your home lives in your town or one nearby.

Buying a home is not an impulse purchase and it takes about three months from the time a buyer starts their search to signing a contract. During that time, they continue to work, shop, eat, and play in areas immediately adjacent to your home and community. Ask your agent what their plan is to reach out to that local buyer.

2. What is your plan to market my home to out-of-market buyers?

Depending on your home’s price and community, it may also be attractive to a relocating buyer.

Listing your home on one of the many free internet listing services like Realtor.com, Trulia.com or Zillow.com is a smart thing to do, but it’s only a starting point, like a listing in a phone book. It requires that the buyer seeks out the site, and sifts through search results to find your home. It’s not an aggressive marketing program. To get the best results, successful agents use outbound marketing and other forms of media to reach out to buyers in other areas.

3. What is your plan to market my home to other local top agents?

Holding open houses for both agents and local home shoppers continues to make sense. Some real estate professionals believe in it and others view it as a waste of their time. But all agents in the market can bring you a buyer, not just the one with whom you list your home. Having them actually see your home’s unique character versus just online photos makes solid sense. Having professionally-created, good quality printed materials like flyers and postcards keep your home in front of them long after they’ve walked out the door.

4. What types of media will you use to advertise my home?

We now live in a multimedia world where we encounter advertising everywhere and the way consumers find information is constantly changing. Be cautious of agents who use only the web to market your home. Ask them how they are going to take advantage of multiple media outlets such as social media, mobile apps, text codes, local real estate magazines, direct mail and other printed materials to reach buyers everywhere – as well as on the web. It is their responsibility to advertise your home to as many of the right potential buyers as possible. It’s not the buyers’ responsibility to happen upon your home on the agent’s preferred platform.

5. How are you going to realistically price my home?

Pricing a home requires an intimate knowledge of the market to get it right. You want to get the best price, but there can be a disconnection between your expectations as a seller and the price for which your home will realistically sell. The best marketing in the world will not sell a grossly overpriced home.

Ask your agent to share their track record of list price as compared to sold price, as well as the number of days on market for their ten most recent transactions. Homes that sit on the market too long and go through multiple price reductions may have been overpriced – and ultimately may sell for less than they would have if priced correctly from the beginning.

Homes priced right sell more quickly and with less hassle. Additionally, you are less likely to run into bank appraisal problems when the buyer is securing a mortgage.

We think you will agree that you have the right to expect a very aggressive campaign. The best agents in your town will meet or exceed the expectations that we’ve laid out here. You deserve to work with only the best.

2015

Home Design Predictions

are coming to life.

by Edgard Negron

Every year marks the beginning of a deluge of home trend predictions. The home design experts start throwing out their predictions faster than we can read them. However, not everything that is predicted during this stampede of trends actually makes it into our homes.

It is now a quarter of the way into 2015 and we are starting to see many of this year’s trends that you have embraced and brought into your homes. From indoor container gardening to mixing wood and metal,

2015 is all about creating an experience for yourself and your guests. By far, our favorite trend of 2015 is mixing modern with rustic accents in order to make your home both trendy and inviting.

Notice that I used the word “accents.” There is no need to make major changes to your modern décor. Simply adding a rustic wood footstool can drastically change the look and feel of your room for the better.

A very popular trend in 2015 has been bringing nature into your home, which includes free flowing shapes, colors found in nature, and the feeling of peaceful serenity that is associated with the outdoors.

You can create an “outdoorsy” feel in your home just by mixing earthy components against wooden furniture or using ivory tones throughout various rooms.

In addition, copper touches have also come to life this year in the real estate market. Increasingly, many homeowners are including copper accents in their home, and it’s especially popular among many top designers. By displaying copper cookware in your kitchen or copper pieces in light fixtures or planters, you’ll add a touch of glamour without going over the top.

These are just a few of the design predictions that have come to life in 2015. As the year progresses, be sure to keep your eye out for even more hot design trends.

Arranging Furniture?

Do it Feng Shui Style.

by Courtney Soinski Whether you’re selling a home, getting ready for an open house, or moving into a new home, there are many ways you can arrange furniture. But, here comes the hard part – which layout is most effective in functionality, harmony and design? Let’s discuss incorporating feng shui into your space, which has shown to be very beneficial for many home owners.

What does feng shui even mean, anyway?

In the literal sense, it translates to “wind and water” or the ancient Chinese art of

placement. It is designed to enhance the flow of chi, or spiritual energy, and create a harmonious environment that supports health, beckons wealth, and invites happiness. If you believe that we are affected by our surroundings, then it’s time to feng shui your home!

Here are some furniture arrangement tips that will help you bring some harmony into your home and make a great first impression at your next open house.

1. Living Room

2. Bedroom

3. Patio

The best way to create the best feng shui in your living room is to have a circular furniture arrangement, and there should not be any chairs with their back to the door. Avoid clutter in your living room so that energy flow is not distracted. The main pieces of furniture in every room should be in the “empowered position,” meaning they are facing the entrance but not completely aligned with it.

Arrange your bed in such a way that it isn’t aligned with the door because that specific placement is believed to not be conducive with good luck and health. This is called the “Commanding Position.”

You should also have a good supporting wall behind the bed and nightstands on either side to balance energy.

Before even thinking about arranging furniture on your patio, make sure it is clean and clutter-free. You can then use different types of patio furniture that promote different feelings and emotions. A square table will encourage stability in relationships, a round table promotes a united community, and a rectangular table encourages lively discussion.

Outdoor Curb Appeal to Boost Your Home’s Value

When it comes to selling your home, it’s now more important than ever to focus on ways to add value and design appeal to your home’s exterior. An impressive outdoor living space will resonate with home shoppers.

“street decision” in less than 12 seconds about whether or not to view a home that’s for sale. So, it’s easy to understand the importance of curb appeal on making a good first impression.

According to Niki Decker, real estate expert and creator of “National Curb Appeal Month,” potential home buyers make a

After researching these trends, here are top ways to boost your home’s value through outdoor curb appeal.

A lush lawn and bright flowers will bring more buyers.

When you have a well kept and maintained lawn that creates sharp contrast with colorful flowers, it’s much more likely that the buyer will want to see what’s inside.

As you mow the lawn, remember that keeping grass longer will make it lush and even helps get those pesky patches filled in.

It all starts at the front door.

Your yard isn’t the only thing you should be paying attention to when boosting curb appeal. It’s time to make a statement with your front door. Consider options with decorative glass access and stunning sidelights to add more natural light while maintaining a sense of style and privacy.

Think outside the design box.

For impressive curb appeal, don’t feel like you have to stick to the confines of a square, which used to be very common in designing outdoor spaces. Design outside the box by making improvements such as a deck with multiple levels or even curves, pergolas, cantilevers, or anything that will create three-dimensional interest in your yard.

by Courtney Soinski

Bring the indoors out.

In recent years, more and more homeowners are breaking the barriers between the interior and exterior of their home. This includes the addition of new features and trends such as outdoor kitchens, dining nooks and railing with decorative balusters that are similar to what you would find inside the house.

Add pops of color with plants.

A great way to catch the eyes of new home buyers is by using plants to frame the front door or incorporating them on the front patio. Also, don’t be afraid to use all sorts of colors and sizes, as this will add visual interest.

You can even go a step further by planting flowerbeds along driveways and walkways, giving buyers a softer, more inviting feel.

Whether you’re a home buyer or seller, everyone wants a house that looks great from the curb. Follow these tips to enhance your home’s appearance for a quick sell!

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by Courtney Soinski

Cheap Ways

to Renovate Your Kitchen and Sell Your Home Selling your home can sometimes involve spending money on home improvements that can put a dent in your wallet, especially when it comes to updating your kitchen. Fortunately, there are low-cost alternatives for kitchen renovations so it will stand out to buyers interested in your home and create the best first impression. Here are 5 easy and inexpensive ways to make your kitchen stand out without busting your budget.

1. Paint A fresh coat of paint is a quick and relatively cheap way to add some color and brighten up your kitchen for a great eye-catching look. Painting the walls with a lighter color will open up the kitchen, making it look brand new and bigger.

2. Lighting Adding under cabinet lighting is a cheap way to update your kitchen. Strip lights and puck lights are especially helpful because they cast light onto the countertop. When choosing the type of light bulb, it is important to know that although fluorescent bulbs and L.E.D.’s save energy, they don’t show certain colors accurately, including reds, oranges or purples. Halogen and xenon lights do not save as much energy, but they show colors more accurately.

3. Organizers Cabinet organizers, which can be as low as $30, are also a great way to update your kitchen.

For a clean look and more appealing kitchen, it is important to make sure everything in your kitchen and cupboards are organized, which will allow you to take advantage of wasted cabinet corners.

4. Flooring Kitchen flooring can become very expensive in a hurry. Depending on the flooring currently installed, you should evaluate your options as you get ready to put your home on the market.

For a cheap and simple option, consider adding area rugs and carpet runners to make your kitchen impress homebuyers without the major expense.

5. Rearranging Lastly, an easy and cheap way to update your kitchen is by moving things around. If there is an eating area in the kitchen, you can open up some new space by rearranging the table and chairs. It is all about eye flow when you walk into a kitchen for the first time, so moving things around can make a world of difference.

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Breathtaking views, new master suite, vacation rental income.

MLS:212625 $625,000

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SURFSIDE ESTATES- Find your piece of beach side heaven at this 55 and older community. 2BR/2BA with large kitchen and fabulous sunroom with vinyl windows and bonus room.

Low maintenance fees. Community pool & dock.

MLS:213066 $159,900 FLAGLER BEACH3BR/2BA 1 car detached garage. Feel the breeze off the Atlantic from your front porch.

MLS:212428 $375,000

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$319,000 CALLING THE KINGS & QUEENS 3420 lsf 5BD/4BA Executive Style Pool Home MLS:212700

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MLS:209127 $128,900

INDIAN TRAILS ACREAGE $129,000 PALM HARBOR LOT $19,900 PINE GROVE LOT $14,900 FLAGLER ESTATES LOT $14,900

CARMEN $449,000

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SALTWATER CANAL TIP LOT 5BR/5BA located on a cul-de-sac in Sailboat Country. 181’ of water frontage with wraparound dock, dock house and privacy.

Boat Included! Text P246539 to 85377 MLS:210906 $$620,000

SALT WATER CANAL POOL HOME Open and bright 3BR/2BA with water views.

Kitchen features lots of counter space & new s/s appliances. Sparkling pool and a large dock. Text P277566 to 85377 MLS:211510 $339,000

PALM HARBOR Sailboat Country salt water canal 4BR/2BA/2.5CG 2558LSF POOL home. Enjoy the soaring great room and hardwood floors. Pool overlooks the canal and dock. Text P207933 to 85377 MLS:204345 $350,000 NG

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.3 ACRE LOT Beautiful lot on a cul-desac with large wooded preserve in the back. Plenty of privacy in a friendly neighborhood. Irregular lot shape is perfect for your dream house. Text P466785 to 85377 MLS:208208 $20,000

SAILBOAT COUNTRY Saltwater canal pool home just a short boat ride to the ICW. 3BR/2BA features a sparkling solar heated pool overlooking two wide canals and boat dock. Text P212922 to 85377 MLS:212972 $305,000

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SUGAR MILL PLANTATION Large 5BR/4BA Pool home with a separate media room, office, loft area, and a 1300sqft unfinished basement. Enjoy the outside patio off the living area or the front covered porch. All on a 1/2 acre! Must See! $624,900 Text P729660 to 85377

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PROFESSIONALLY RENOVATED Ormond Beach 3BR/2BA 2,096sq home. Entertainers kitchen w/ a center island and peninsula counter and new appliances. Huge family room with wide plank, wood floors. Join the golf/tennis club and have access to many amenities! MLS:213036 $369,000

NEW CONSTRUCTION: THE ATLANTIC! New 3BR/2BA build with a courtyard garage, tapered columns and inviting curb appeal.

Split floor plan and a direct view out to the huge covered porch that spans the entire width of the house with summer kitchen.

MLS:210576 $224,900

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Text P585225 to 85377 FLAGLER BEACH Custom 3BR/2BA split level w/ elevator. Conservation area leading to the ICW to the rear. Upstairs is all tiled with custom kitchen, and a screened area overlooking the ICW. Carefree features include community pool and lawn service.

MLS:211397 $489,000

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115 ISLAND ESTATES - Custom 5BR/5BA Estate home located within the prestigious private ICW community of Island Estates. $1,295,000

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99 ISLAND ESTATES - Enjoy island living at its best in this 4BR/3BA Rutenburg home. Nestled between the Florida East Coast Canal and the ICW. $875,000

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WEEKEND GETAWAY Charming 3BR/2BA cottage located in Astor, FL on the west side of the St.Johns River. Just hop in your boat off of your private dock and enjoy! $106,000

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40 POINSETTIA LN - Palm Coast Open the decorative doors to your charming 3BR/2BA split plan single story home. Only 8.5 miles to the Ocean. $139,000

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WATERFRONT LIVING Just 5 homes down the canal to the St.John’s River, open floor plan 3BR/2BA. Located in the small town of Astor surrounded by the Ocala National Forest. $108,150

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PALM VISTA IN CINNAMON BEACH! Magnificent 4 bed/5 bath home with huge screened-in patio! Huge balconies off of each bedroom! Ideally situated on the lake, just across from the ocean!

Wide open dining/living area on first floor, summer kitchen for your afternoon barbecue! After a long day at the beach, relax in your private hot tub or gather ‘round the fire pit and roast marshmallows under the stars! $2,995-$4,295/WEEK OR FROM $6,995/MONTH

HAMMOCK HIDEAWAY IN HAMMOCK BEACH! Spectacular 5 bed/4.5 bath pool home in Hammock Beach! Huge entertainment room with 50” HD TV, foosball tables, and pool table! Lounge on the massive outdoor patio or take a dip in your private pool! Fall asleep to the sound of waves crashing! Walk to the beach! Panoramic ocean and golf views from the upper floors! $1,995-$3,995/WEEK OR FROM $4,995/MONTH

DIANA’S REEF IN CINNAMON BEACH! Gorgeous 4 bed/5 total bath home on the ocean! Sweeping views of the Atlantic from balconies on the 2nd and 3rd floor! Stunning island kitchen and open living area, interior elevator! All granite counters, wood ceilings, designer furnishings! Rinse off from the beach with the outdoor shower. Located just steps from the ocean, clubhouse and pools! $1,995-$3,995/WEEK OR FROM $4,995/MONTH

SUNSET BLUE IN CINNAMON BEACH! Brand-new 3 bed/3.5 bath home with stunning views of the lake and Jack Nicklaus Signature Ocean Course! Gourmet kitchen, exquisite fit and finish, oversized balconies with French doors! Feel the ocean breeze from your front balcony or watch the sun set over the lake and green from your rear balcony! Walk to beach, pools and clubhouse! $1,995-$2,995/WEEK OR FROM $3,995/MONTH

DIRECT OCEANFRONT CONDOS IN CINNAMON BEACH! You can’t beat the view from our selection of 3 bed/2 bath and 3 bed/3 bath condos on the ocean in Cinnamon Beach at Ocean Hammock! Enjoy access to community amenities, including oceanfront pool and hot tub, clubhouse with game room, fitness center, bar/grille, kids’ water park and more! $1,095-$1,595/WEEK OR FROM $2,795/MONTH

INTRACOASTAL WATERWAY CONDOS! Watch the boats sail by from your screened-in balcony! Choose from a variety of condos in scenic communities such as Palm Coast Resort, Tidelands, Canopy Walk and more! $895-$1,395/WEEK OR FROM $2,295/MONTH

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STUNNING CINNAMON BEACH POOL HOME WITH ELEVATOR! Gorgeous 4BR/3.5BA cul-de-sac home located 150’ from walkway to beach! Sweeping ocean and lake views from multiple balconies! Top-floor master suite with wood ceilings and views of the Atlantic! Huge screened pool and patio, interior elevator, walk to clubhouse! Southern exposure! Move-in ready! REDUCED! $899,000

SPECTACULAR PARADE OF HOMES AWARD WINNER! Sensational new build from CBV Resort Homes, offering 5BR/5 Full Bath/2 Half Baths and 5000sq.ft. of luxurious living area! Stunning ground-level kitchen, dining and living areas flow seamlessly in to magnificent outdoor patio with fireplace and lounge, pool with hot tub, and fire pit for gathering ‘round! $1,395,000

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MAGNIFICENT CINNAMON BEACH HOME! Enjoy gorgeous lake and ocean views from this fantastic 5BR/5.5BA residence in the scenic gated community of Cinnamon Beach at Ocean Hammock! Desirable low-traffic cul-de-sac location, just steps from the pools, clubhouse, fitness center, grille/bar, lounge, kids’ game room, water park and the beach! $849,000

SUGAR MILL PLANTATION! Completely renovated 4BR/4BA Old Florida estate on over 1/2 acre in this prestigious southern Flagler County community! New roof, new chocolate engineered hardwood floors, new granite counters, new stainless appliances, new carpet in bedrooms, new bathroom vanities, new tile in showers and more! Southern charm galore! $425,000

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DAZZLING OCEANFRONT CONDO IN CINNAMON BEACH! Breathtaking ocean views from this spectacular 4th-floor condo in the gated community of Cinnamon Beach at Ocean Hammock!

Comfortable 3BR/2BA layout with over 1600lsq.ft. plus balcony!

Located in the building closest to clubhouse, pools, fitness center, grille/bar and walkway to beach! Fully furnished! $489,000

OCEANFRONT CORNER CONDO IN CINNAMON BEACH! Sought-after 3BR/3BA direct oceanfront corner condo, offering over 2000 sq. ft. of luxurious living space! Windows along the side allow for lots of natural light. Huge open-air balcony overlooking the Atlantic! Fully furnished and move-in ready! $559,000

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The NEW roof is just the beginning. This Pine Lakes Beauty has been completely renovated from floor to ceiling, inside and out with NEW kitchen, baths, flooring, paint, lighting, landscaping...everything! Come see for yourself-enjoy the Pine Lakes lifestyle. 3/2/2. 2021sqft.

MLS:211869 $189,900

This Hidden Lakes lakefront gem glitters with beauty and grace.

Paytas custom features granite, tile and stainless steel in the kitchen and quality laminate wood flooring gleaming in the sunlight from the screened lanai. Community features rec facility and pool with unbelievably low HOA's! Call for more info today!

MLS:208908 $249,900

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FLAGLER BEACH 3BR/4BA home with large kitchen.

Views of the canal. Living room, family room w/ wet bar, upstairs master w/ a great office space. Boat dock!

MLS:210712 Text P550600 to 85377

$359,900

COUNTRY LIVING Rustic 4BR/2.5BA home with cathedral ceilings, stone fireplace. 40x70 barn, tack room and office. Screened POOL/ Lanai w/ partially covered patio.

MLS:210435 Text P537660 to 85377

$300,000

TIP LOT HOME 4BR/2BA with a Florida room located on over an Acre on a Salt water canal with 180ft of bulkhead, dock, and more.

All located in desirable Palm Harbor.

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BEAUTIFUL 4BR/2BA home on a double lot.

Upgrades galore. Basketball court, pool/spa, fenced backyard. Florida room. Split floor plan, chefs kitchen, fireplace and more! MLS:211546 Text P594928 to 85377

$198,900

GREAT 3BR/2BA Pool home in an established neighborhood. Large sliders lead to the screened in pool. Eat in kitchen plus a dining room. Move in Condition.

MLS:211219 Text P412708 to 85377

$179,900

MOVE IN READY! 3BR/2BA with a large Florida Room.

New roof in 2014. Kitchen with eat in nook and counter. Open floor plan.

Well maintained yard. Must See! MLS:211923 Text P412712 to 85377

$224,900

OVESIZED LOT 4BR/3BA Seagate home has it all. Den/Office, large family room, fireplace, spa, large lanai, and golf practice green. This home has many other extras. MLS:211288 Text P578194 to 85377

$195,000

INDIAN TRAILS 3BR/2BA former ICI model pool home.

Formal living room & dining room, family room off of the kitchen. Tiled lanai/sparkling pool. Oversized Garage.

MLS:213498 Text P260999 to 85377

$165,000

Great rental property for an investor. Close to shopping, schools, etc. MLS:212817 Text P110875 to 85377

$219,900

CYPRESS KNOLL 3BR/2BA ICI home in a golf course community. Wood floors in the expansive great room & formal dining room. Volume coffered ceilings. Screened porch.

MLS:213578 Text P722607 to 85377

$190,000

OFFICE CONDO in Excellent condition. Corner Unit, 5 offices and reception. ADA Restroom. Some furnishings for sale with separate sale contract.

Owner financing possible.

MLS:212993 Text P417327 to 85377

$157,000

PALM HARBOR 3BR/2BA home, light & bright excellent for entertaining. Doors lead to the back patio through both the dining and master bedroom. Plenty of room for a pool.

MLS:213125 Text P695991 to 85377

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