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Buying a Second Home: What You Need to Know

Coldwell Banker Real Estate professionals share their advice on what to consider before buying a second home.
Posted by Stephen I. Mizner on November 08, 2017 in  Advice
The following is from Coldwell Banker's Blue Matter blog. Victoria Keichinger  Buying a second home is a dream for many, whether that means finding a vacation home or adding an investment property to the portfolio. But buying a second home comes with its own set of considerations. From maintenance to insurance, financing and timing, we turned to Coldwell Banker Real Estate professionals from across the country to answer many of the questions you might have before starting the search for the perfect second hom... read more

What Is Giving Tuesday and How Can I Give Back?

Giving Tuesday is a global day of giving fueled by the power of social media and collaboration. Learn how you can participate.
Posted by Stephen I. Mizner on November 27, 2017 in  Advice  charitable foundation
The following was posted at Coldwell Banker's Blue Matter BlogOf course, we'd like to suggest our visitors think of the Coldwell Banker Schmitt Charitable Foundation on Giving Tuesday, especially considering those her in the Florida Keys who are still in need as a consequence of Hurricane Irma.  Sharon Lee Today We spend Thanksgiving being grateful. A roof over our heads, loving family members, new and old friends, good health, and delicious Thanksgiving dinner are some of the things we a... read more

How to Achieve Modern Minimalism

Modern minimalism is evolving to incorporate color and evoke a calm, homey feel. Six minimalist techniques to try at home.
Posted by Stephen I. Mizner on November 30, 2017 in  Advice
How to Achieve Modern Minimalism From Coldwell Banker's Blue Matter Blog Modern minimalism is evolving to incorporate color and evoke a calm, homey feel. Here are six minimalist techniques to try at home. Sharon Lee Yesterday Guest post by  Michelle Lee When we think of minimalist style, blank white interiors similar to hospital rooms are often what first come to mind. However, this style is evolving to incorporate color and evoke a calm, homey feel. It doesn’t require throwing away ... read more

9 Overlooked Items to Prep Your Home for Sale

Posted by Stephen I. Mizner on December 11, 2017 in  Advice
Homeowner Tips Selling a Home 9 Overlooked Items to Prep Your Home for Sale So you’ve prepped your home cosmetically for sale in every imaginable way – fresh paint, a deep cleaning, new landscaping, decluttered closets and even organized the garage! Your house looks better then it ever has and you are ready to hit the market! Before you proceed with the “For Sale” sign in the ground, there are several key pieces of information that you should consider gathering that today’s sav... read more

Wallethub selects Florida as the best state in which to retire for 2018

Posted by Stephen I. Mizner on January 16, 2018 in  Advice
See the original article at https://wallethub.com/edu/best-and-worst-states-to-retire/18592/2018’s Best & Worst States to Retire Jan 16, 2018  |  Richie Bernardo, Senior Writer Retirement might be the end of your career, but it doesn’t have to be the end of financial security or life satisfaction. Timing is often a primary concern with retirement, as it generally coincides with the age at which we may receive Social Security or pension benefits. Not everyone can retire w... read more