When you’re looking at Davie FL homes for sale, you might not expect to see barn doors on the interior of a home with a coastal or beach feel. However, barn doors are a big trend right now, and there are many great ways to use them to complement the interior of your Florida home.
You might think of barn doors as the type of design that says “country.” And, in the right setting, these doors do help to extend that type of interior theme. But, depending on how you use barn doors, they can also fit right in to a traditional Florida design.
There are many reasons why barn doors are being used so often, including:
The trend toward open-plan layouts is very firmly entrenched. People want to have a natural flow from room to room. It helps when entertaining, and keeps the people who typically gather in the kitchen connected with those in the living room.
However, there are times when you may want to close off the office from the living room, or the dining room from the kitchen. Barn doors are tailor-made for these types of uses because you can create separation without needing a permanent wall.
Very often, installing doors can severely limit your options for furniture placement. A standard door that swings open prevents you from placing furniture in its path. Unless the door is opening into a very large room, leaving open space for the swinging doors can make the room look off balance.
Barn doors are mounted on the wall and slide along the wall to open and close. This provides you with much more interior design flexibility. You can almost think of them as the new French door.
The hardware you need to install barn doors comes in every theme you can think of, from rustic iron to sleek chrome. The material of the doors themselves can be anything from recycled barn wood in rich wood tones to painted shaker-style doors to frosted glass or metal-covered doors.
Imagine that you’ve spent quite a bit of time and effort to create the type of outdoor/beach look you want for your Florida home. Now you want to make a big statement as you redecorate your master bedroom. Picture creating a focal point in the room using barn doors for the closet made from a grey-bleached wood, reminiscent of driftwood you find along the shore. Those doors would look fantastic in a Davie FL home.
Davie FL homes for sale offer something for everyone. As local real estate specialists, we at Teri’s Real Estate Team can help you find the perfect home to suit your lifestyle. And, if you’re selling a home, you can use our expertise to make sure you complete a profitable transaction. Call us at 954-242-8030 or send an email for more information.
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If you’re looking for new homes in Davie, Florida, you have several communities to choose from. Sterling Ranch is a community that is located in Davie, but it’s just six miles from Ft. Lauderdale. Homes for sale in Sterling Ranch give you the best of both worlds: an appealing country setting with easy access to big-city amenities.
K Hovnanian is a well-known builder in South Florida. The company builds homes “crafted with a legacy of quality,” and uses varied home designs in each of their communities.
Six home designs are being offered in Sterling Ranch, and the starting prices range from approximately $750,000 to $875,000. The six designs can be customized with different elevations, and other structural options to make the home your own.
In terms of size, the homes range from approximately 4000 to 5000 square feet of living space. You’ll have a choice of one- and two-story designs that offer up to four bedrooms and four bathrooms. Some designs offer three-car garages.
Interiors of all the homes are finished with impeccable style. Kitchens are fit for the chef in the family, with granite countertops and upscale GE® appliances. Other interior touches can include recessed lighting, tray ceilings, raised-panel interior doors, unique 51/4” baseboards and a monitored security system.
The master suite will take your breath away with its large master bath. There, you’ll find raised tubs, frame-less glass showers and granite countertops.
You won’t need to spend all day watering the lawn – the yard is laid with sod and has full-yard irrigation installed. The exterior elevations are complimented with elegant pavers for all the walkways, driveways and lanais.
Energy efficiency is a critical element of K Hovnanian’s construction. You may have heard of the HERS® index which is how builders rate the efficiency of homes and offices. As energy efficiency goes up, the HERS® rating goes down.
A typical new home will have a HERS® rating of 100. The homes at Sterling Ranch have a rating of 60, and each home is inspected by a certified third party to verify that rating.
If you love the outdoors and scenic lake views, you’ll love Sterling Ranch. There are two lakes in the middle of the community where birds and other wildlife make themselves comfortable on the shores. In addition, you’ll love coming home to the community, with the privacy and security of the gated entrance.
When you want to look at new construction homes, keep in mind that you should have your own representation. The representative for the builder must put the builder’s interest first.
When you hire one of the local Davie REALTORS® on the Teri Arbogast Team, you’ll work with an agent who will negotiate for you, and who can even show you other communities if Sterling Ranch turns out not to be the best match for your lifestyle.
Ready to get started? Call us today at 954-252-8030 or send an email for more information.
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It’s Time to Celebrate Our Independence in 2016!I’m very proud to be a Davie REALTOR® because it’s such a great place to live. And, the 4th of July celebration is just another thing that reinforces the feeling of community.
Plan to spend your Independence Day at the celebration in Pine Island Park. It’s a day full of fun for the whole family. Pine Island Park covers 113 acres and boasts an active park, and an aquatic and fitness center. The Bamford Sports Complex is also located in the Park, and it offers a gymnasium, stage, meeting rooms, and a full kitchen.
If you haven’t been, take a look around the Sports Complex while you’re there for the holiday celebration. You can rent some of the facilities for your own celebrations and the Town of Davie offers recreational programs for all ages throughout the Park.
Kick off the day with the Family Fun Run that starts at 7:00 a.m. At 8:00 a.m. you can join in the Pickle Ball Tournament, then enjoy the Open Swim from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. But watch out! The Davie Fire Department will host a Fun Foam Spray at 11:00 a.m.
At 1:00 p.m., there will be a Dive-in Treasure Hunt and you can take the edge off your appetite by entering the Watermelon Eating Contest at 3:00 p.m.
From 4:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. the fun moves to the Sports Complex. It’s a fun-filled afternoon with interactive kid games, an arts & crafts display, bounce houses, face painting, food trucks and more.
If you’re ready for desert, you can enjoy free cake for residents starting at 6:30 p.m. until the cake is all gone. At 7:00 p.m., there will be live music by Paul Revere and the Raiders.
“The Best Fireworks in Broward” will start around 9:00 p.m., putting a rousing end to an Independence Day Celebration full of fellowship and adventure.
There’s a new local program in place: the Town of Davie Clothing, Shoes and Textile Recycling Program. It was established to help the community with environmental compliance. It’s also an easy way to help the Town Community Endowment Fund, which supports many local nonprofits.
You can pitch in by bringing a tied plastic bag or two when you come to celebrate the 4th. Just drop your donations in the recycling truck or any bin displaying the Town of Davie logo.
When you need a Davie REALTOR® don’t hesitate to call us at 954-242-8030 or send an email. From our families to yours, have a very happy 4th of July!
Memorial Day is almost here and I know a lot of people are going to be gathering with friends and family to share traditional “start of the summer” meals, that often include outdoor cooking and grilling.
Outdoor kitchens are popular in places where the climate encourages outdoor living. That’s the case here in Davie, Florida. An outdoor kitchen makes outdoor entertaining a snap, and you may end up having family meals outside, too, to keep the house much cooler on sizzling summer days.
There are lots of ways to design an outdoor kitchen, but here are some tips that will start your planning in the right direction.
The layout for an outdoor kitchen should follow the same rules as a regular kitchen. L-shaped outdoor kitchens are popular because they create a place for the “kitchen triangle.”
And, if you’re building a kitchen on an existing deck, make sure you understand how much of a load your deck can handle. Installing a kitchen is a much different undertaking than setting out some tables and chairs.
Plan adequate storage. To avoid messes, don’t forget that you’ll need a pullout trash bin, and storage for dishes, silverware, glasses, napkins, spices, cleaning supplies and more. You’ll want to limit the number of times you have to leave the party to go back to the main kitchen for supplies!
Don’t forget the sink. You’ll need a convenient place to wash hands, prepare vegetables, rinse dishes and more. In a simple installation, you may be able to feed the sink with a hose, but extending your home’s plumbing to the outdoor kitchen is also an effective approach.
To extend the time you can use your outdoor kitchen, you may choose to put it under cover. If that’s the case, use can lights or pendant lights to allow for cooking after the sun goes down. Consider using a ceiling fan to keep a semi-enclosed space well-ventilated. And, if your grill is under cover, you’ll need to include vent hood.
Don’t make a bigger mess outside than you do inside. The flooring in an outdoor kitchen should be easy to clean, and it needs to repel outdoor elements like grass and garden debris. And, especially if you have a pool, make sure the flooring isn’t a slipping hazard.
When you commit to outdoor living, you’ll end up with a kitchen and a dining area, and perhaps a bar, separate living/entertaining area and a pool. Make sure that all of your outdoor living spaces flow nicely and work well together, both in style and functionality.
Don’t worry about being like everyone else. Design your outdoor kitchen to fit your lifestyle.
You may want to include a beer, wine or soda cooler, for example. Most outdoor kitchens are equipped with a grill, but you may also want a smoker. If you’ll be entertaining large groups of family or friends, consider a warming drawer. It’s great to have a place to keep burgers, hot dogs or steaks warm while you finish grilling for a crowd.
Pizza lovers have a lot of fun including a pizza oven in their kitchens. If you love frozen drinks, make sure you install electrical outlets that will allow you to bring a blender outside, or you can include a built-in blender to give your kitchen a streamlined look.
If you’re ready to open the doors wide to outdoor living, a well-planned outdoor kitchen may be just what you need. If you need a Davie REALTOR® to assist you in your home search, or if you’re selling Davie real estate, contact us at 954-242-8030 or send an email. As local real estate experts, we’ll make sure you get the quality service you deserve!
If you’re going to be in town for Memorial Day next weekend, you have the opportunity to join your fellow Davie real estate owners in the annual activities.
The parade is sponsored by the City of Davie and the Scoutmasters Camporee Committee of the South Florida Council of the Boy Scouts of America. I think it’s great that the Boy Scouts are so involved. It will give the boys a chance to get to know the real reason behind the holiday and to honor service members who have done, and continue to do so much for the U.S.
The parade will start at 10:00 am on Monday, May 30, 2016 in front of the Davie Fire Administration building at 6901 Orange Drive. It will continue left on Rodeo Way and conclude at the Bergeron Rodeo Grounds.
Bring a flag and wear red, white and blue to show your support for the sacrifices so many members of our military and their families make to keep us safe here and abroad. Directly after the parade, there will be a Memorial Service at the Rodeo Grounds. There will be a special salute honoring the men and women who fought in the Vietnam War as part of the 50th anniversary of that conflict.
Great American Beach Party. On Saturday, May 28, 2016, from 10 am to 8:30 pm you can join in on a fantastic beach party on Fort Lauderdale Beach at A1A and Las Olas Boulevard. There will be something for everyone in the family to enjoy. For the kids, or the young at heart, spend time in the kid zone and compete in the sandcastle contest. If classic cars are your passion, the classic car show will provide a lot to see. You can listen to live bands and watch a U.S. military parachute team demonstrate their expertise, along with a tribute to the troops. The best part? It’s all free!
Memorial Day Kidz Fest at Flamingo Garden. After the Davie parade and ceremony, you can head over to Flamingo Gardens for lots of fun with your kids. This event is being held on Monday, May 28, 2016 from 9:30 am to 4:30 pm. You’ll find lots of things to see and do including pony rides, a butterfly encounter, animal presentations, a bounce house, arts and crafts displays, and music and live entertainment.
Entry fees for kids are cut in half for this special day for kids from 3-11 years old ($6.45). The fee for adults and children over 12 is $19.95. But,
If you’re just thinking of looking at Davie real estate, you should know that Memorial Day is just one of the wonderful celebrations in the Davie and Broward County area that brings us together as families and a community. If you’re looking for a Davie Realtor, give us a call at 954-242-8030. With our professionalism and local knowledge, we’ll help you complete a successful real estate transaction, whether you’re buying or selling.
Buying a home can be a pleasant or frustrating experience. We’ve talked about four things you should do to avoid frustration:
Those four things will get your home search off to an excellent start. There are other things that you should not do once your search is underway. It can be easy to sabotage a home search or make it much more difficult than it needs to be.
Things You SHOULD NOT Do
1. Don’t expect to find everything on your wish list. If you’ve done your homework, you know what you’d like in a neighborhood and a home. That gives you a place to start when you’re looking at specific homes. However, if you believe that you will find a home that matches everything on your home and neighborhood lists, you’re setting yourself up for disappointment.
If you’ve made a list and prioritized those things you can’t live without and those things that would be nice to have, you’ve already made your decision-making process easier. Set your expectations realistically to find the perfect spot for your next home.
2. Don’t look at homes above your price range. It can be a big disappointment if you fall in love with a home that you can’t comfortably afford. For some people, once they’re in that situation, it makes it almost impossible for them to consider reasonable alternatives.
Hopefully, you’ve prepared yourself by getting Pre-Approved for a mortgage. Once you decide what you’re comfortable spending, don’t even consider homes that are above that dollar figure.
3. Don’t make unreasonably low offers. Keep in mind that the person selling their home is in a relatively stressful position. They may want to move, but they don’t want to give their home away. And, many times, especially if the homeowner has lived in a house for a long time, the owner is very invested in the home and proud of it and its value.
Work with your agent to review “comparables,” meaning other homes that are similar to the home you’re interested in, that have sold in the same area. Use that information to determine a fair market value and make a realistic offer.
That doesn’t mean you shouldn’t negotiate, but an extremely low offer can insult the owners and make them think you’re not serious. It’s happened more than once that an owner has refused to negotiate with someone who made a very low offer. You may never get the chance to negotiate a fair market price if the owner slams the door closed after your first contact.
4. Don’t try to make money on the home inspection. Consider a situation where you make an offer knowing that there is going to be a hidden cost such as the need for basement waterproofing or electrical upgrades. Your strategy is to make a reasonable initial offer knowing that a home inspection will uncover the hidden costs.
After the inspection, you plan to make money by negotiating a much lower sales price or by arranging for the seller to complete a premiere job of the repair. This strategy almost always backfires.
The problem is that a fix that is critical to you may not be viewed as critical to the seller or other home buyers. What you consider to be a premiere job may seem like unnecessary extravagance to the seller or other buyers. A contract that is contingent on a home inspection can be abandoned by either party. If the seller thinks your demands are unreasonable, they will simply void the contract and find another buyer. Do your negotiating before the contract is signed.
If you want more tips on how to complete a successful transaction, please call us at 954-242-8030 or send an email. Our expertise and local knowledge can help you to complete a home purchase without the drama!
If you’re looking for family fun in Davie, Florida, you may already know about local water parks. But, in June, 2016 you’ll have the chance to ride the biggest water chute you’ve ever seen!
If your kids love getting outside and getting wet, you have a choice of several water parks located within minutes of Davie. For example:
Paradise Cove – This park is in Pembroke Pines and offers three water slides, the longest of which is 450 feet long. You’ll also find play equipment especially for children who are five years old and under. Lifeguards are on duty.
Castaway Island – Located in the T.Y. Park in Hollywood, this park boasts a toddler’s play area with a toddler-sized water slide and other play equipment. Older kids will enjoy the large waterslide, waterfall and climbing areas. Lifeguards are on duty.
Tropical Splash – The Central Broward Regional Park hosts this water wonderland that caters to both toddlers and older children with shallow pools, slippery slides and water guns. Lifeguards are on duty.
On June 4, a Utah-based company will host Slide the City, a day-long water-slide extravaganza. The event will be held in the Vista View Park in Davie, Florida. Join the fun that includes live music and fun food.
The slide itself holds a world record. It is three lanes wide and 1,000 feet long, which is about one-fifth mile long, or the length of three football fields. Vista View Park is the perfect place to unroll the monster slide because of its 55-foot hill, which will keep riders zooming along to the end of the ride.
You can bring your own inflatable tube or rent one at the Park. Tickets are on sale now and you can take advantage of discounts by registering in advance. Get more information about advance ticket sales at the Slide the City website. You can register for one slide, a set of three or become an Ultimate Slider and take as many rides as you can between 9am and noon.
Part of the fun is reliving the monster slide experience. If you want real action photos to commemorate the day, save your wristband, then visit the Flo-Foto website a few days after the event. You can use your wristband information to find any photos that were taken with you and your family as the stars of the shot!
If you haven’t yet joined the ranks of the Davie homeowners, call us at 954-242-8030 or send an email. As Davie, Florida real estate experts, we’ll help you find just the right home in this wonderful Florida community.
You’ve probably read articles about the “pitfalls” you might encounter when you purchase Davie real estate or properties in the surrounding areas. The four things described below aren’t the only things you’ll need to consider, but if you follow these four steps, you’ll set your home search on the right path at the outset.
1. Find the REALTOR®. You may think that REALTORS® don’t care about your best interest and are only out to sell you a house as quickly as possible. And, I hate to admit it, but that is the goal of some real estate agents. On the other hand, there are REALTORS® who love what they do, are successful enough to help clients at their own pace, and who take great pride in giving each client an outstanding experience.
Why work with a REALTOR®? The home sellers have an agent representing them, providing market insight, negotiation skills and more. Having a representative of your own will level the playing field when it comes to a home purchase.
In addition, working with an experienced REALTOR® will save you time and frustration, give you the local market information you need to make informed decisions and allow you to delegate all the details related to the purchase process.
2. Decide What You Want in a Neighborhood. Every neighborhood has its own personality, which is impacted by a number of factors. For example, if you have school age children, one of your selection criteria may be the ranking of a neighborhood’s school system.
If you’re looking for a quiet environment, you’ll want to check on the location of typical noise-makers such as major highways, train tracks, schools, airport flight lanes, etc. You will also want to check with local officials to identify any development that is planned in your favorite neighborhood.
3. Decide What You Want in a Home. If the world were perfect, you’d be able to find a home that fulfilled all of your hopes and dreams. Of course, that’s not possible unless you build a custom home, and even then, you’d most likely need to make a compromise or two.
Start by creating a “must have” list. If you really need four bedrooms, don’t look at three-bedroom homes. The last thing you want to do is fall in love with a three-bedroom home, then find that the lack of a fourth bedroom creates stress for as long as you live in the home. Identify the things you’re willing to compromise on, too.
When you look at homes, evaluate the homes based on “fixable” vs. “non-fixable” factors. If you hate the paint colors, that’s an easy fix. If you discover that the road in front of the home is scheduled to be widened to four lanes, that’s a non-fixable issue.
4. Get Pre-Approved. If you will finance the purchase of your home, getting pre-approved before you start looking at homes is a huge factor in avoiding frustration. With a pre-approval, you can narrow your search to homes in the price range you can afford, avoiding the frustration of falling in love with a home that you can’t finance.
You’ll see another big advantage when it’s time to make an offer and close the deal. Sellers will take your offer much more seriously if they know that your financing is secure. You’ll also be in a better negotiating position because the seller won’t need to worry about the deal falling through due to financing issues.
for the next Davie real estate advice post, where we’ll identify the four most critical things you should not do if you want to avoid frustration. If we can be of assistance to you in buying or selling Davie real estate, call us at 954-242-8030 or send an email. We’ll make sure you take the necessary steps to ensure a successful transaction!
Whether you own a piece of Davie real estate or you’re just thinking about it, you’ll find something fun for the family happening just about every month. Here’s what you need to know for March, 2016.
There’s a free concert in Davie on the second Thursday of every month except August. For March, come and join your neighbors for an evening of family fun. The concert is held in the band shell at the Old Davie School at 6650 Griffin Road, and it’s sponsored by the Community Redevelopment Agency.
On March 10, you’ll get to sing along with the Beatles Review, a Beatles tribute band. The festivities run from 6:00 to 9:00 pm. In addition to music, you can purchase treats from the food trucks, visit the petting farm, and browse vendor and sponsor displays. Blankets and/or chairs are all you need since the concert is free!
Mark Saturday, March 26, 2016 on your calendar. Join your community at the Bamford Sports Complex, 3801 S. Pine Island Road, between 9 am to 1pm! The Egg Hunt and most activities are free, while refreshments and food are available for a fee.
Free activities include an animal farm, giant slide, hay rides, bounce houses, climbing wall and entertainment. For a fee, you can have your picture taken with Peter Cottontail and create some Sand Art. Peter Cottontail will arrive by fire engine to delight young and old.
The Egg Hunt is for children who live and attend school in Davie. It starts at exactly 10:00 am. There are hunt areas set up for children between the ages of one to three, four to five, and six to eight only.
If your children want to hunt for eggs, each one will need to be supervised by a person who is over the age of 12; parents aren’t allowed to hunt for eggs. The town hides 8,000 eggs and asks that you limit your gathering to three eggs per child.
Tip: If you want to ensure that your child finds an egg, bring a decorated egg with you and drop it where your child will be sure to find it.
There is free parking, along with free activities such as an animal farm, hay ride, giant slide, bounce houses and a climbing wall. Prizes will be awarded for finding Magic Eggs, and all children will get candy prizes to sweeten their day.
If you’re thinking of acquiring Davie, FL real estate, make sure you get the best result by working with local Davie real estate experts. Call us at 954-242-8030 or send an email. You’ll be enjoying the Davie community activities in no time!
A gimmick is a trick used to attract attention, publicity or business. When a real estate agent advertises they guarantee to sell your home, that is definitely a gimmick and it can generate a lot of leads for the agent. The question is whether it’s a gimmick that’s good for you or just good for the agent.
You may run into several different kinds of guarantees. Here is an explanation of some of them, but I’m sure people are thinking up new approaches every day!
Yes, they do. And, it’s no surprise. If the offer didn’t protect the agent making it, they’d go out of business and no one would be making guaranteed home sale promises. Here are some of the ways an agent making this offer can be protected in the fine print:
The only way this type of an offer can work for an agent in all cases is if the list price for the house is under market value. Sometimes an agent will identify a specific initial reduction, such as listing the home for 95% of what the market value is. Sometimes, the agent will just create a number without any clear indication of how it relates to market value.
In either event, the agent knows that homes priced under market value do usually tend to sell quickly. Home buyers can certainly spot a great deal when they see one, and someone will likely snap up an undervalued home. Is that good for you or just for the agent?
If you are desperate to sell your home quickly, and you don’t mind losing money, you can work with any agent and set the list price under market value. There’s no particular expertise required to sell a home that is underpriced. Add the listing to the MLS and that’s about all you need to do.
Another interesting fact is that according to experts such as the folks at Inman, sellers who contact an agent about a guaranteed home sale promotion don’t usually end up using the guarantee. Once they understand all the fine print, they don’t think the guarantee is worth it.
Your other alternative is to work with REALTORS® who are good at what they do and who don’t need a flashy gimmick to get clients. Choose REALTORS® based on their track record and their ability to market your home effectively.
The real trick is selling a home in a timeframe that is realistic for your market, and at the highest price the market will bear. A REALTOR® who can do that will give you the best experience and the best outcome for your real estate transaction.
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