National Make a Will Month: Tips to get your estate plan started

National Make a Will Month: Tips to get your estate plan started

August is National Make a Will Month. Many of us think about what our final wishes are, but it’s important to set those wishes in writing. Creating a legal will and estate plan is a critical aspect of financial management that ensures your assets are distributed...
Homeownership tips: Pressure washing dos and don’ts

Homeownership tips: Pressure washing dos and don’ts

As a homeowner, there are few things more satisfying than pressure-washing the grime away from the nooks and crannies of our property, particularly seeing a patio or driveway melt from a mildewy mess into something a little more pristine. As an added benefit, a...
How to prepare your home for hurricane season

How to prepare your home for hurricane season

Hurricane season is officially here. From now until Nov. 30, Florida residents can expect plenty of rain and strong winds. As we enter further into hurricane season, it’s crucial to ensure our homes and families are prepared for potential storms and their...
Tips to make sure your roof is ready for storm season

Tips to make sure your roof is ready for storm season

Given the busy storm season anticipated this year, compounded with increasing costs and demands from home insurance providers, keeping your roof in good shape is essential to protecting your home, property, and family. Checking your roof’s condition at least twice per...
Here are the first steps to take as a new homeowner

Here are the first steps to take as a new homeowner

Are you a new homeowner or planning to become one? If so, here is some advice from our experts on the first steps to take after you close on your new home: File for homestead exemption Homestead exemptions may be filed in person in the property appraiser’s office in...
Hurricane season starts June 1: Here’s how you can prepare today

Hurricane season starts June 1: Here’s how you can prepare today

Hurricane season is nearly here! While the season officially runs from June 1 through Nov. 30, don’t wait to prepare until the storms are upon us. Our local government does an excellent job of keeping us informed right before the storm about sandbag locations,...