Tina Figueroa's Blog

Posted on 07/31/2022

Cats at home: How to incorporate a cat house into your home

Cats love having places they can call their own. However, sometimes their space can be a little invasive or clash with your living space’s decor, which can make a pet’s safe space a bit of a hindrance for you and others who may live in your home. And while there are hundreds of DIY cat house designs out...

Cat House

Cats

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Posted on 07/24/2022

DIY Guide: Garden Path With Brick Pavers

Creating a great garden path doesn’t have to be a long and difficult process. With the right tools and techniques, DIY enthusiasts of all skill levels can build a classic and functional brick pathway. Here we’ll go over the materials and process for your next garden path DIY project. Materials CobblestonesEdging stakesGranite paversPlastic landscaping edgingSandSpray paint (for marking)...

Brick

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Posted on 07/17/2022

What property owners should know about tangible personal property taxes

What is the difference between property tax and tangible personal property tax? While property taxes are commonly understood as payments on your home or land, tangible personal property is a less common term used in real estate. Referring to physical objects other than the literal land or building, personal tangible property is important in commercial and rental businesses....

Personal Tangible Property

Property Taxes

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Posted on 07/10/2022

Mortgage rates: A brief guide to common payment options

30-year mortgage rates are the norm among mortgage rates. Most options for monthly payments involve a fixed interest rate, while there are a few that may offer an adjustable rate mortgage for homebuyers searching for interest flexibility. However, some homeowners may want to repay their mortgage lenders faster than originally planned, while others may need more flexibility in...

Posted on 06/26/2022

Tips for Buying in a Hot Market

In real estate, a “hot market” refers to a market with lower inventory and higher demand. When the market is hot, there is more competition for property and this can make buying a home more difficult. If you’re trying to buy a home, here are some tips for how to navigate a hot market. Start With a Broad...

Posted on 06/19/2022

Dying plants: 3 Things to do first

For every gardener and houseplant owner, there will come a time to deal with dying plants. Living plants are often more complicated and needy than they seem, and even when we do everything in our power to keep them alive, sometimes the worst happens. Luckily, there are many situations where dying plants can actually be saved. Here are...

Houseplants

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Posted on 06/12/2022

Variance: Quick Tips on When and How to Apply

Government bodies develop zoning regulations to enhance the peaceful enjoyment of every member of a community’s property. These regulations are part of a larger land-use plan that separates commercial, retail and residential areas. Few would disagree that zoning rules prove beneficial in the overall scheme of things. But by that same token, they also represent an encumbrance on...

Homeowner

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Posted on 07/13/2022

1220 Caracara Drive, New Bern, NC 28560 now has a new price of $299,900!

Adorable 3 bedroom, 2 bath, home with a 2 car garage has been completely renovated in Fairfield Harbor. Renovations include new roof and HVAC in 2020; new windows, doors, LVP flooring through out, custom kitchen cabinets, granite countertops, all new appliances, sliding barn doors to the laundry and pantry, new bathroom vanities, plumbing fixtures and showers. No detail was overlooked in this beautiful home. The backyard features a screened in porch and composite...

Posted on 07/13/2022

100 Olde Towne Yacht Club Road #C15, Beaufort, NC 28516 now has a new price of $55,000!

Posted on 07/09/2022

100 Olde Towne Yacht Club Road #e17, Beaufort, NC 28516 is now new to the market!

Posted on 07/09/2022

100 Olde Towne Yacht Club Road #B12, Beaufort, NC 28516 is now new to the market!

Posted on 06/20/2022

1220 Caracara Drive, New Bern, NC 28562 is now new to the market!

Adorable 3 bedroom, 2 bath, home with a 2 car garage has been completely renovated in Fairfield Harbor. Renovations include new roof and HVAC in 2020; new windows, doors, LVP flooring through out, custom kitchen cabinets, granite countertops, all new appliances, sliding barn doors to the laundry and pantry, new bathroom vanities, plumbing fixtures and showers. No detail was overlooked in this beautiful home. The backyard features a screened in porch and composite...