Andrea Hartmann's Blog Posts

Title Insurance- What Is It & Who Pays For It?When buying or selling a home, it's only natural for each party to wonder what their closing costs will be and who pays for what. Title insurance

7 Tips for Buying a Waterfront Home in FloridaFor many home buyers, buying a waterfront home or condo is one of the most exciting experiences they’ll ever have when it comes to buying a home.

4 Tips to Maximize the Sale of Your Home in 2022Homeowners ready to make a move are definitely in a great position to sell in today's housing market. Housing inventory is incredibly low in the Tampa

Why Haven't Home Prices Slowed This Year?After almost 2 years of double-digit increases, many experts thought home price appreciation would decelerate or happen at a slower pace in the last quarter

5 Tips for Improving Air Quality in Your HomeFor many homeowners who experience allergies, frequent ailments, or who have pets, air quality is something that should be at the top of the list when

5 Things to Know About Investing in Condo-Hotel PropertiesIf you've been thinking about adding a vacation rental property to your real estate investment portfolio, condo-hotels may be a unique

The November 2021 Real Estate Stats for Pinellas County, FloridaWith no end to the housing shortage in sight, the November 2021 housing market remains a seller’s market in Pinellas County and

Our Top 5 Favorite Holiday Cocktail RecipesWith holiday entertaining in the forecast for many folks this December and well into January, The Sandy Hartmann Group has put together a list of our

Tampa Bay Area Ranked as One of the Top 5 Real Estate Markets in the CountryWhile the pandemic created many complications in many aspects of people’s lives over the past 2 years, it also created

10 Tips for Preparing Your Pet for a MoveDid you know that 70% of U.S. households own one or more pets? Dogs are the #1 most popular pet in the country, with over 63 million households owning a

The Top 10 Cities Where Home Prices Have Grown the Most in Pinellas County, FLWhen it comes to the Pinellas County real estate market, it’s no secret that home prices have grown in record

The October 2021 Housing Stats for Pinellas County, FloridaWith the end of 2021 upon us, the Pinellas County Housing Market is showing no signs of a slowdown through the end of the year. As

Are Florida Sellers Still Getting Multiple Offers on Their Homes??Are you thinking about selling your house right now, but you’re not sure you’ll have the time to do so as the

The Do’s and Don’ts of Flipping a House in Tampa Bay         Flipping homes is something we’ve all read about in the news at one time or another,

Luxury Home for Sale in Pass a Grille Beach FL- Live in Tampa Bay!Listed by the Sandy Hartmann Group of Keller Williams RealtyWELCOME TO THE REMARKABLE 'TARIFA' RESIDENCE IN PASS A GRILLE ,

The Top 5 Things Millennial Home Buyers Want in a HomeAs Millennial home buyers flood the Tampa Bay real estate market, many sellers are considering a move to take advantage the demand for homes

Luxury Condo Communities In Downtown St. Pete You Need to SeeAmong the many reasons for purchasing an upscale home in a sophisticated, exquisite community in St Petersburg, FL, there is the

The September 2021 Pinellas County Real Estate StatsThe September 2021 real estate stats for Pinellas County are here! At first glance, it appears that closed sales and new pending sales have

How Staging Your Home Can Help You Sell it for More Money  With record sales price growth in the Tampa Bay housing market, sellers are more anxious than ever to capitalize on the hot

Everything You Need to Know About Living in the City of SeminoleWhen you think about moving to the Tampa Bay area of Florida, the cities of Tampa, St Petersburg, or Clearwater Beach likely come to

The Team of People You’ll Need to Buy a HomeFor many first time home buyers out there, and even people who have already bought or sold a home, it can feel intimidating to go through the home

The Pinellas County August 2021 Real Estate StatsAugust has come and gone and as we head into the final stretch of 2021, the Pinellas County real estate market has been anything but dull! Read below

Home Office Updates You Need Right NowWorking from home is a newly embraced style of employment for many homeowners around the country thanks to the recent Pandemic. While working from home can

The Truth About Tampa Bay's Home Buyer DemandWhen it comes to the latest news in Tampa Bay real estate, there are a lot of sensational headlines in the media. In times like this, when it can be

Understanding Your Options To Avoid ForeclosureEven though experts agree there’s no chance of a large-scale foreclosure crisis heading towards the Tampa Bay area, there are a number of

5 Laundry Room Hacks To Keep You Organized & Maximize SpaceWhether you have a large, spacious laundry room or a small space nestled inside your home, these 5 laundry room hacks will help you keep

More Sellers Listed Homes in August As Buyers Begin to Hesitate on Bidding WarsAs predicted, more housing inventory has been hitting the market in the U.S. as 2021 heads into its final stretch.

De-Clutter Your Kitchen in 5 Simple StepsIt happens to the best of us, we move into our homes, settle in and over the years the clutter begins to pile up. Before we know it, we have drawers and

10 Ways to Prepare Your Home to Sell for More MoneyIn our ever-changing housing market, we pride ourselves on helping our clients get top dollar for their homes! Read below to see our top 10 ways

Thinking of Selling Your Home? Here’s 3 Reasons Why You May Want to Sell Before the End of 2021…While we don't have a crystal ball that can predict the future, we do have some housing market

5 Beautiful Features to Consider When Remodeling Your BathroomRemodeling a bathroom can not only be expensive and time-consuming, but homeowners often face a variety of design decisions to make

The Pinellas County Real Estate Stats for July 2021The July 2021 real estate stats for Pinellas County are here and there’s a lot to review from last month regarding the health of our housing

Questions To Ask Yourself Before Buying a Home in FloridaSometimes it can feel like everyone has advice when it comes to buying a home. While your friends and loved ones may have your best interests

Just Listed by The Sandy Hartmann Real Estate Group in Tierra Verde!121 1st Street E #107, Tierra Verde, FL 33715PREPARE TO BE DAZZLED BY THIS SPACIOUS 3BR/4BA WATERFRONT TOWNHOUSE IN THE COVETED,

The Pinellas County Real Estate Stats for June 2021What a month June 2021 was for the Pinellas County Real Estate Market! Check out the breakdown of the latest real estate stats below to find out

Cancel Your PMI Years Ahead of Time (Private Mortgage Insurance)With rising home prices and increasing rental rates, many people are choosing to buy a home with less than a 20% down payment. 

Staging Your Living Room To Sell Your HomeThinking about selling your home and wondering how to get top dollar? With more inventory hitting the market and a predicted ‘cooling off’ when it

What Tampa Bay Homeowners Should Do Before Interest Rates RiseIn today’s Tampa Bay real estate market, mortgage interest rates are near record lows. If you’ve been in your current home for

Today’s Biggest Home Buyer Concerns in the Tampa Bay AreaLast week, Fannie Mae released their Home Purchase Sentiment Index (HPSI). Though the survey showed 77% of

Key Tips for Investing in Rental PropertiesThinking about investing in rental properties? We can help with that! Rental properties are a great way to build a lucrative real estate portfolio that

How Much Will Home Prices Go Up in the Next 5 Years?Home prices have increased significantly over the last year in Florida and the Greater Tampa Bay Area, which in turn has grown the net worth of

Our Real Estate Market Predictions For The 2nd Half of 2021As we move into the latter half of 2021, questions about what’s to come in the housing market are top of mind for many buyers and,

What To Do When There's an Appraisal Gap on the Home You're BuyingIn today’s Tampa Bay real estate market, low housing inventory and high demand are driving up home prices. As many as

The Pinellas County Real Estate Stats for May 2021The Pinellas County housing market just had another banner month in real estate, with no slow-down in sight! Read below to find out more about

Why June is a Great Month to List a Home for Sale in Tampa BayWe know, we know, it’s so hard to pick the perfect time to list a home for sale in today’s fast-paced real estate market. Sellers

Your Tampa Bay Rental Market UpdateRemember back in 2020 when we had COVID-19 related shutdowns and everyone started working remotely and ditching their rentals in highly populated cities? How

Find Out How Supply and Demand is Driving Up Home Prices in FloridaHome price appreciation continues to accelerate, especially in Florida. Today, home prices are driven by the simple concept of

Who's Buying All The Housing Inventory?Housing inventory is at its lowest levels in history right now across the United States...but who's buying all the homes? Out of the 5 age groups of people in

What’s Motivating People To Move To Florida Right Now?This year, Americans are moving for a variety of reasons. The health crisis has truly reshaped our lifestyles and our needs. Spending

3 Important Tips for Getting Top Dollar For Your HomeThe Tampa Bay housing market is full of unprecedented opportunities for sellers right now. High buyer demand combined with

The April 2021 Real Estate Stats for Pinellas County, FLThe April 2021 real estate stats for Pinellas County are here! If you’ve been reading the news headlines this week, nationally real estate

Important Safety Tips For the 2021 Hurricane SeasonWith the start of the 2021 hurricane season, it's always better to be prepared in advance. In the event that we have an active hurricane season

3 Reasons Why You Should Sell Your House Now If You've Been Thinking About ItIt's no surprise that 2021 is the year of the seller when it comes to the Florida housing market. If you’re a homeowner

Important Links for Hurricane Season in Pinellas CountyCheck out these valuable online resources to help you prepare for and track any upcoming storms during the Florida hurricane season. See below

Tips for Boarding Your Pets During a Hurricane EvacuationAs many of you know, the Florida hurricane season officially begins on June 1st and runs through November 30th. Many of us Florida Residents

Discover the Bardmoor Golf Community in Largo, FLThinking about buying a home in the Seminole/Largo area of Pinellas County? Looking for a beautiful Golf Community? The Bardmoor Golf and Tennis

Why Waiting to Buy a Home Until Next Year Could Cost YouMany people in the Tampa Bay area are sitting on the fence trying to decide if now’s the best time to buy a home. These include renters

Discover The 55+ Community of Tamarac By The Gulf in Seminole, FL Looking for a retirement community nestled in the fabulous City of Seminole and just minutes from the white, sandy Gulf

Upcoming Flood Insurance Changes for Pinellas County You Need to Know AboutAs many residents of Florida already know, there has been a lot of chatter about flood insurance changes coming towards

The March 2021 Real Estate Stats for Pinellas CountyThe Pinellas County, FL real estate market has been anything but dull since the start of 2021. As always, we have dug into the stats and have

The Weekly Real Estate Stats For Pinellas County April 19th, 2021The Breakdown for the Past 7 Days:New Listings- Slight decrease of -3.5% in the past 7 days. The median list

5 Reasons Why Tampa Bay Housing Prices Continue to Rise Low Inventory- The Tampa Bay area of Florida could handle up to 5 TIMES more inventory hitting the market TODAY and we would then be in

Learn More About The Tides Beach Club Condos On North Redington BeachIf you’ve been looking for that resort-lifestyle experience on the white, sandy beaches of Florida’s Gulf Coast, then keep

Learn More About The Surfside Towers Condominium in Madeira BeachLooking for the perfect condo on the beach to call home? Or a beachfront investment property you can generate income from?

Don’t Sell a Home on Your Own Just Because It’s a Sellers’ MarketIn a sellers’ market, some homeowners might be tempted to try to sell their home on their own (known as 

Luxury 4-Bedroom Home For Sale in Seminole, Florida7100 131st Street, Seminole, Florida 33776Offered by The Sandy Hartmann Group for $1,200,000LIVE JUST MINUTES FROM THE BEACH IN THIS STUNNING,

Find Out How Much Money You Can Save Selling Your Home 'By Owner' in Pinellas CountyThis is a question many homeowners have been asking themselves in our HOT real estate market...and a

Everything You Need to Know About the Seminole Isle Community of Seminole, FLIf you’ve been searching for the perfect townhouse and condo community by the water in the Seminole, Florida area,’

The Pinellas County Housing Market Stats for February 2021The Pinellas County housing market has once again proven to be one of the strongest in the State of Florida. Check out the break down of

Discovering the Traditions Neighborhood of Seminole, FL If you’ve ever driven down Oakhurst Road in Seminole towards the Park Blvd bridge to the beaches, then you’ve probably driven past

The Top Home Trends for 2021Home Office (aka Zoom Room)- A recent Zillow survey found that finding a home with a dedicated office is at the top of the list for most buyers these days. It’s

A Sunny Outlook for the Pinellas County Economy and Real Estate Market in 2021The team and I recently had the pleasure of sitting down with Mike Meidel, the Director of Pinellas County Economic

The January 2021 Pinellas County Real Estate StatsIf you’ve been reading or listening to the local Tampa Bay and Pinellas real estate news since the beginning of 2021, it’ll come as no

What’s the Difference between an Appraisal and a Home Inspection?If you’re planning to buy a home in the Tampa Bay Area of Florida this year, an appraisal is an important step;

Contemporary Luxury Home For Sale In Redington Beach!Just Listed by The Sandy Hartmann Group for $2,450,000RARE AND BEAUTIFUL WATERFRONT RETREAT UNLIKE ANY OTHER IN REDINGTON BEACH! THIS GATED

Pinellas County School Zone Locator and 2018-2019 School GradesFor many homeowners and potential home buyers, school zones are an important consideration! Luckily, Pinellas County, FL

What Will Happen to the Tampa Bay Housing Market When Homeowners Leave Their Forbearance Plans?According to the latest report from Black Knight, Inc., a well-respected provider of

Welcome to the Gated Community of Bayou Club in Seminole, FloridaHave you been searching for the perfect gated community in Florida to call home? How about one that's adjacent to one of Tampa Bay's

Why We Love the Imperial Point Neighborhood of Seminole and LargoAre you thinking about a move to Florida or the Pinellas County area and looking for a neighborhood that's just minutes to the Gulf

Retire in Florida & Live in the Sea Towers 55+ Community of St Petersburg, FLHave you been thinking about retirement and/or moving to Florida? How does a 55+ community overlooking the beautiful Boca

Earthfare Seminole Has Officially Re-opened!As many of you know the Earthfare Grocery Store in the Seminole City Center has re-opened as of January 23rd, 2021!While the store chose to do a "soft

Sell Your Seminole, FL Home Fast with The Sandy Hartmann GroupDid you know that The Sandy Hartmann Group sold more real estate in the City of Seminole, FL than any other agent in 2020? In fact, we

10 Great Housewarming Gift Ideas and Where to Get ThemWhen it comes to giving a great housewarming gift, finding the right gift can be somewhat challenging, especially if you haven’t been to the

The Pinellas County Housing Stats for December 2020What a month December was! Back in January of 2020 we predicted the Pinellas County Real Estate market would continue to rise through the end of

The Case for Moving to FloridaFind Out Why Florida Remains One of the Most Popular Destinations for Moves During the PandemicIt’s no secret that Tampa Bay area residents are seeing more and more

Tips for Owning a Vacation Rental Property in FloridaThinking about investing in a vacation rental property in Florida? When it comes to owning a vacation rental, the profit potential and having

Our Views on the 2021 Tampa Bay Housing MarketThe Tampa Bay housing market was a shining star in 2020, ranked #20 for sales and growth in the ENTIRE United States housing market according to

The Importance of Pricing Your Home Right From the StartEven in today’s sellers’ market, setting the right price for your house is one of the most valuable things you can do. According to

The November 2020 Housing Market Update for Pinellas County, FloridaWith an influx of cash transactions, low mortgage interest rates, out-of-state buyers, and limited inventory, the Pinellas

While not on the radar of the majority of Fortune 500 companies (yet), Pinellas County may just be one of the best places to think about investing your real estate investment dollars over the next

Commercial Office Building For Sale in Treasure Island, FL262 104th Ave, Treasure Island, FL 33706SNAG THIS CENTRALLY LOCATED, BLOCK CONSTRUCTION OFFICE BUILDING IN THE HEART OF TREASURE ISLAND

How Remote Work Has Increased the Demand for Tampa Bay Vacation HomesThis year, the opportunity to work remotely has increased the demand for vacation homes in Florida and the Greater Tampa Bay.

10 Things to Know About 1031 ExchangesYou’ve probably heard of a 1031 exchange, but have you ever considered the benefits of using one to defer taxes when you sell a property? Wondering how it

How to Avoid Capital Gains Taxes on Real Estate InvestmentsIt's no secret that one of the best growth investments out there is real estate investing. If you want to grow your wealth, investing in

How To Get a Home Loan After You RetireIt's no secret that Florida has long been a popular destination for retirement living, especially the Tampa Bay area, with its miles of sandy white beaches,

The October 2020 Pinellas County Real Estate Stats are Here!As expected, we did not see a slowdown in home sales or price growth last month. Closed sales of single-family homes increased +12.7%

Why the Tampa Bay Housing Market Remains Strong Despite the COVID-19 PandemicThe Pinellas County and Greater Tampa Bay Housing Markets have remained strong throughout 2020, despite the COVID-19

Why 2021 Doesn’t Call for a Foreclosure Crisis in FloridaAs the current forbearance mortgage relief options come to an end, many Floridians are wondering if we’ll be facing a

Quarantine Cocktails We LoveSince we've all been working so hard on our social distancing, the team and I thought it would be fun to share some of our favorite cocktail recipes! Check them out below

4 Reasons Why the Election Won’t Damage the Tampa Bay Housing MarketThis week, Americans will decide on our President for the next 4 years. That decision will have a major impact on many aspects

The Pinellas County Housing Market Stats for September 2020The September housing market stats for Pinellas County are in! We’ve broken them down below so you can see how another strong month in

The Weekly Housing Market Stats For Pinellas County, FloridaOctober 20, 2020This week's housing stats for Pinellas County, FL indicate the continued lag of new housing inventory hitting the market

Waterfront Home Trends for Pinellas County, FloridaA recent article in the New York Times recently revealed that climate change may be slowing waterfront home sales in some parts of Florida. As you

Your Weekly Housing Market StatsWe're reporting on the weekly Pinellas County Housing Stats to keep you informed! Check out the latest stats below:New Listings- Last week we saw a;

10 Fall Maintenance Tips for Your Home in FloridaCheck out our list of handy fall maintenance tips for your home to prepare you and your home for another beautiful fall season! It’s never too

Should You Buy a Home for Retirement in Florida Sooner Rather than Later?Every day in the U.S., roughly 10,000 people turn 65 and retire. Prior to the COVID-19 health crisis that

Buyers Are Finding More Space in the Tampa Bay Luxury Home MarketA year ago, additional living space and extra amenities weren't a priority for many home buyers in the Tampa Bay Area of.

Breaking Down the Luxury Home Market in Pinellas County, FloridaThe luxury home market is often considered to be in a league of its own compared to the rest of the housing market in Pinellas,

Thinking about buying a home? Did you just buy a home? Either way, every homeowner should know about these 6 tips below to maximize the value of their investment and the long term condition of the

Home Prices Continue Upward Trend In Pinellas County FloridaPinellas County real estate has been breaking records for the past 3 months since we came out of the COVID-19 sales slump and we have

Just Listed! 3 Bedroom Snell Isle Home For Sale in St Petersburg, FLBrought to You By the Sandy Hartmann Group of Keller Williams Realty SeminoleLIVE JUST MINUTES FROM DOWNTOWN ST PETE IN THIS

How to Avoid A Common Deed Scam After You Purchase A Home           You’ve bought a home, moved in, forwarded your mail to your new address,

Tips for Saving Money When Buying a HomeIf you’re a first-time home buyer, or even a 2nd or 3rd time home buyer, then you know that the process of buying a home can be an expensive one. Buying a

Florida Home Buyer Demand Is Far Above Last Year’s PaceWe said it before and we'll say it again, the Pinellas County and Tampa Bay, Florida real estate markets are HOT! Back in March when the

Is it Better to Close on a House at the End of the Month?Out of all the questions we receive in the real estate business, this is one that comes up most frequently with home buyers. 

Why This Isn't the Florida Housing Bubble You FearedBack in April 2020 at the peak of the COVID-19 shutdown, Floridians were in the midst of some pretty extreme lifestyle adjustments and a future

Check Out This 4-Bedroom Home For Sale in Windtree Oaks of Seminole, Florida!We JUST LISTED this beautiful 4BR/2BA block construction home with over 2,500 Sq Ft of living space for just $599,900!The

Why Millennials Are Buying Homes In St. Petersburg, FLDid you know the median age of residents in St. Petersburg, FL has dropped to 41.8? Millennials continue to choose St. Pete as one of their

10 Great Reasons to Move to Tampa Bay FloridaWith working-from-home and telecommuting becoming the new norm around the U.S., my team and I want to share the Top 10 Reasons for moving to

Why We Don't Think There Will Be A Wave Of Foreclosures In The Tampa Bay AreaAccording to the team at First American, a wave of foreclosures from the recent COVID-19 Pandemic is highly unlikely

Will We See a Surge of Home Buyers Moving to the Suburbs?As remote work continues on for many businesses and Floridians weigh the risks of being in densely populated areas, will more people start to

Find Out Which Cities Have the Highest and Lowest Property Tax Rates in Pinellas County, FloridaMost people will agree that buying a home is one of the BIGGEST investments they'll ever make. Like

A RECORD-BREAKING Month in Real EstateIf you've been reading my weekly email digest, then you already know that the Pinellas County and Gulf Beaches have only one problem with their housing market

Does Your Tampa Bay Home Have What Buyers Are Looking For?There’s great opportunity for today’s homeowners to sell their houses in the Tampa Bay, FL area for top dollar and make a,

A Vacant House is the Most Expensive Home You’ll Ever Own You read that right. A common misbelief is that if a home you own is vacant (especially without an existing mortgage) that it�

Sprouts Farmers Market Opens in Seminole and Earthfare is Returning to Seminole City CenterFor those of us that love to find locally sourced produce, loads of organic foods, and just specialty

Thinking of Selling Your House in Florida? Now May be the Right TimeHome inventory is arguably the biggest challenge for buyers in today’s Florida housing market. There are simply more buyers that

Waterfront 'Fixer Upper' in Seminole, FLINVESTOR SPECIAL IN THE COVETED BOATING COMMUNITY OF OAKHURST SHORES! This is a RARE opportunity to purchase a 4BR/3BA waterfront home in one of Seminole's

New Law For Emotional Support Animals in Florid as of July 2020Effective July 1st, 2020, the Florida Legislature passed a new law regarding service animals to address the abuses of bogus “online

Safely Selling a Home During the Covid-19 PandemicSelling a home during the COVID-19 Pandemic may feel intimidating right now. At the Sandy Hartmann Group, we understand your concerns. We want to

How Low Mortgage Rates are Increasing Home Affordability this SummerIt’s no secret that mortgage rates have dropped to historically low levels in 2020. It’s also not a secret that home prices

What Are Experts Saying About the Rest of the 2020 Florida Real Estate Market?One of the biggest questions on everyone’s minds these days is: What’s going to happen to the  Florida;

Find Out What's Happening in the Pinellas County Real Estate MarketThe May 2020 Pinellas County real estate stats are here and as many of us predicted, the lack of inventory along with the COVID-19

Pinellas County Homebuyers Are in the Mood to Buy TodayAccording to the latest FreddieMac Quarterly Forecast, mortgage interest rates have fallen to historically low levels this spring and�

My Experience Traveling During COVID-19 This SummerAs some of you may know, I plan a 2 week vacation with my husband and kids each summer. It’s our time to reconnect, recharge, and relax

With stay-at-home orders starting to gradually lift throughout parts of the country, including the Tampa Bay, FL area, data indicates home buyers are jumping back into the real

The April 2020 Housing Market Update for Pinellas County, FloridaSingle Family Home MarketFor the month of April, closings were down -26.8% in Pinellas County, but the median sale price increased .

3 BEDROOM HOME JUST LISTED FOR SALE IN GULFPORT, FLORIDA1110 59th St S, Gulfport, FL 33707THE BEST OF BOTH WORLDS! RARE & BEAUTIFULLY RESTORED 1925 SPANISH MEDITERRANEAN HOME IN THE HEART OF

#1 Financial Benefit of Homeownership: Family WealthWhile growing up, we were taught by our parents and grandparents that owning a home would be a financially savvy move. They explained how a

Full Phase 1 Re-Opening of Florida and What it MeansThe full Phase 1 Re-opening of Florida began today as part of the Governor's efforts to re-open the state. The biggest changes include gyms and

Beachfront Condo For Sale in North Redington Beach, Florida17040 Gulf Blvd, #201, North Redington Beach, FL 33708LOCATED DIRECTLY ON THE WHITE SANDY SHORES OF NORTH REDINGTON BEACH, THIS BEAUTIFUL 3

5 Bedroom Luxury Home for Sale in Bayou Club!7295 Bryce Pt N, Pinellas Park, FL 33782Check Out the 3D VIRTUAL TOUR by clicking the image above!The Details...STUNNING CUSTOM-BUILT CAMPAGNA HOME ON A

Weekly Real Estate Market Update for Pinellas County, Florida New Listings are up 3% compared to last week. Ideally, we'd like to see this number higher to support current buyer

What School Zone is Your Next Home In?One of the other MAJOR items many home buyers consider is where they want their children going to school. Regardless of your home’s price point, choosing the

Will Florida Home Values Appreciate or Depreciate in 2020?With the housing market staggered to some degree by the health crisis the country is currently facing, some potential purchasers are

Guidelines For the Phase 1 Re-Opening Of Florida From the Pinellas County Sheriff's OfficeAs many of you know, today starts the Phase 1 re-opening of the state of Florida. The big news on everyone's

JUST LISTED! 4 Bedroom Home for Sale in Harbor Bluffs Neighborhood of Largo, Florida108 Palmetto Ln, Largo, FL 33770Click Below to Check out the 3D Virtual Home Tour!RARE AND BEAUTIFUL 4BR/4BA BLOCK

Check out the above stats for the past 7 days!The number of PENDING properties (those that are under contract) has increased by just over 22% compared to this same time-frame just 2 weeks ago. New

Try This Simple Cost of Living Calculator Before Your Next MoveThinking about a move to a new place can be a really exciting time! A move to a new state or even across a state can take a lot of

What Impact Might COVID-19 Have on Tampa Bay, FL Home Values?A big challenge facing the Florida housing market is determining what impact the current pandemic may have on home values in the

The Latest Pinellas County, FL Real Estate StatsWith all the uncertainty surrounding the real estate market with the COVID-19 pandemic, we wanted to share the LATEST monthly real estate stats for

Keys to Selling Your House Virtually in Pinellas County, FloridaIn a recent survey by realtor.com, people thinking about selling their homes indicated they’re generally willing to allow

Agent SpotlightMeet Laurie Chase of the Sandy Hartmann GroupThinking about listing a home with the Sandy Hartmann Group? You’ve come to the right place! This month, we’re putting a spotlight

JUST LISTED in the Ocean 12 Building on North Redington Beach, FL!Check out the 3D Matterport Virtual Tour HereUNOBSTRUCTED OCEAN VIEWS & A FULLY FURNISHED INTERIOR ARE JUST A COUPLE OF THE FEATURES

The Cost of Living in St Petersburg, FloridaSt Petersburg, FL is one of the most popular places to live and work in the State of Florida. Everyday, more people like you are making the decision to

Wondering About the Cost of Living in Clearwater, FL?Are you thinking about a move to Clearwater, FL? Wondering how the cost of living in Clearwater may compare to where you're currently at? Here is

Recession? Yes. Housing Crash? No.With over 90% of Americans now under a shelter-in-place order, many experts are warning that the American economy is heading toward a recession, if it’s not in

Easy and Delicious Recipes We Know You'll LoveContinue to practice social distancing, but do it with delicious food! These recipes are some of our favorite tried and true dinners, sides, and even

A Few Great Local Places To Get Takeout Around PinellasNeed a night off from cooking during COVID-19 Isolation? We have some options we know you'll love! Check them out below and feel free to leave

Save Thousands on Loan Fees When You Purchase Your HomeHave you heard of Keller Mortgage yet? It’s an exclusive loan program offered ONLY to home buyers that are working with a Keller

Will Surging Unemployment Crush Home Sales?Ten million Americans lost their jobs over the last two weeks. The next announced unemployment rate on May 8th is expected to be in the double digits.

Is Now a Good Time to Refinance My Home?With interest rates hitting all-time lows over the past few weeks, many homeowners are opting to refinance. To decide if refinancing your home is

What You Can Do to Keep Your Dream of Homeownership Moving ForwardSome Highlights: Don’t put your homeownership plans on hold just because you’re stuck inside. There are several things you

The Housing Market Is Positioned to Help the Economy RecoverSome HighlightsExpert insights are painting a bright future for housing when the economy bounces back – and it will.We may be

The #1 Thing You Can Do Now to Position Yourself to Buy a Home This YearThe last few weeks and months have caused a major health crisis throughout the world, leading to a pause in the U.S. economy

Adorable 3 Bedroom, 2.5 Bath Block Home for Sale in Seminole, FL!11556 64th Ave, Seminole, FL 33772Want to See the Detailed Floor Plan? Check out the Virtual Matterport Tour by Clicking

2 BEDROOM, 2 BATH WILLIAMSDALE SQUARE HOME FOR SALE! 11255 60th Ave, Seminole, FL 33772LISTED UNDER $300k, LIVE JUST MINUTES TO THE BEACHES AND BIKE TO SEMINOLE CITY CENTER,,

Flattening the COVID-19 CurveIn an effort to protect our team members, clients, neighbors and loved ones, The Sandy Hartmann Group would like to assure you that we are currently adhering to the CDC

The Latest Real Estate Market Update For Pinellas CountyThe February 2020 Real Estate Market stats are out and we sure do have a lot to review this month! While the stats are a good indicator of

Thinking of selling your home, but holding off thanks to the Coronavirus?We get it! The most important thing right now is staying SAFE AND HEALTHY! We know many of you are self-isolating and

2 Bedroom Waterfront Home For Sale in Redington Beach15926 Redington Drive, Redington Beach, FL 33708THIS OUTSTANDING DEEP WATER LOCATION IN REDINGTON BEACH IS A BOATER’S DREAM! Don't miss

Investing in Real Estate vs The Stock MarketWith the stock market sending shock waves through the U.S. this week, I thought it would be a great time to explain why majority of the wealthiest

Just Listed in Seminole Isle by The Sandy Hartmann Group!ABSOLUTELY STUNNING WATERFRONT 3BR/2.5BA TOWNHOME IN THE COVETED SEMINOLE ISLE COMMUNITY!Seminole Isle is a non-age restricted, pet friendly,

January is often a busy month in real estate and the Pinellas County home market isn’t disappointing! The biggest problem we have in our market is a lack of inventory. This is especially common

Beachfront Condo For Sale in the Bilmar Beach Resort in Treasure Island, FloridaFABULOUS OPPORTUNITY TO OWN THIS TREASURE ISLAND BEACHFRONT 1ST FLOOR STUDIO CONDO-HOTEL UNIT AT THE POPULAR

BEACHFRONT HOME FOR SALE IN INDIAN SHORES!19138 Gulf Blvd, Indian Shores, FL 33785RARE OPPORTUNITY TO BUY AN ORIGINAL BEACHFRONT COTTAGE ON THE GORGEOUS BEACHES OF INDIAN SHORES! Surrounded by

Ways to Avoid Probate on Your Real Estate InvestmentsEvery year we have many properties we list for sale that have had to go through the timely process of probate before they’re legally allowed

December 2019 was a Busy Month for Real Estate in Pinellas County!As expected, the market remained strong through the end of 2019 and 2020 is showing signs of continuing the trends we’re seeing

BEAUTIFULLY UPDATED WATERFRONT HOME IN REDINGTON SHORESPriced at $675,000OUTSTANDING DEEP WATER BOATING LOCATION! DON’T MISS THIS STUNNING & SPACIOUS 2 BEDROOM HOME WITH SPECTACULAR VIEWS OF THE

Why You Need Renter’s InsuranceEven if you're planning on purchasing a home in the near future and have been renting for what seems like years already, going without renter's insurance is risky at

The Latest Stats Are In And It’s All About Low Inventory In The November 2019 Stats Report!The latest real estate market stats are in and the story remains much the same as last month's! 

Florida Prepaid College Plans and Why You Want It For Your KidsNew to the idea of Florida pre-paid college for your kids and want to know what all the hype is about? Here’s why a Florida pre

Waterfront Home for Sale on the Bayou in Largo, FL!This home is NOT YET IN THE MLS!Enjoy 4 Bedrooms, 3 Baths and over 3,800 Sq Ft of living space in this impeccably maintained home in Baywood Park,

New Conventional Mortgage Loan Limits for Home Buyers in 2020Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac announced this week that conventional mortgage loan limits will be increasing for the 4th year in a row in.

The October 2019 Real Estate Market Stats for Pinellas County Are Here!As predicted, our real estate market remains strong when it comes to demand for housing in Pinellas County, with that demand

Beautiful 4 Bedroom Home for Sale in Safety Harbor, FLJust Listed by The Sandy Hartmann Group!FABULOUS LOCATION! LIVE JUST 1 MILE FROM DOWNTOWN SAFETY HARBOR AND THE PRESTIGIOUS SAFETY HARBOR&

We’ve wrapped up another great month in real estate in Pinellas County! As we begin to approach the holiday season, the 2019 real estate market is heating up, to say the least, with buyers

Simply Beautiful 2 Bedroom Beachfront Condo For Sale on Madeira Beach, FLTHE PERFECT OPPORTUNITY TO OWN AN UPDATED, 2/2, FURNISHED CONDO WITH SWEEPING GULF VIEWS AWAITS YOU! With just 10 condos

Your September 2019 Real Estate Brief for Pinellas CountyAs Realtors, we hear the same question just about every day, “How’s the market doing?” Lately, we’ve heard a lot of our,

Luxury Waterfront Condo For Sale In Tampa At The Westshore Yacht ClubRESORT-STYLE LIVING IN TAMPA WITH BREATHTAKING VIEWS OF OLD TAMPA BAY! 3-BEDROOM/2 BATH UNITS LIKE THIS ONE RARELY COME

The July 2019 Real Estate Stats Are Here!The July stats are in and the picture they’re painting for the Pinellas County Real Estate Market is pretty much exactly what we predicted over the past

Beautiful 2 Bedroom Waterfront Home In Treasure Island Florida For SaleHomes like this RARELY come available in this price rage in the prestigious and beautiful Isle of Palms Neighborhood of

WATERFRONT HOME JUST LISTED IN DUNEDIN, FL2BR/2BA+Bonus Room in the Main Home AND a Detached 1BR/1BA Guest Apartment Over the 2-Car Garage!ENJOY BREATHTAKING GULF VIEWS & WALK TO

4 Bedroom Waterfront Home For Sale in Redington Beach Area!Listed for sale by The Sandy Hartmann GroupENJOY SPECTACULAR, WIDE OPEN WATER VIEWS OF THE INTRACOASTAL WATERWAY, PLUS STUNNING UPDATES

The Sandy Hartmann Group Promise To Our ClientsWe know you have a lot of choices when it comes to picking an experienced and qualified Realtor to help you buy or sell a home in the Pinellas County

The May 2019 real estate market stats are out! As you may remember from last month, our prediction was that the market would continue to show positive signs of growth, and the May stats have

Find Out What The April 2019 Real Estate Stats Are Really Showing UsHeadlines in the news can be misleading, so we've taken the time to do a thorough breakdown of the latest April 2019 real

Your Tampa Bay, Florida Real Estate Market UpdateThe February 2019 Real Estate Market Stats for Tampa Bay are in! Once again, we have some positive news to report about our market in Pinellas

Absolutely Beautiful 4 Bedroom Home For Sale in Seminole, FLLive Minutes from the Gulf Beaches!WELCOME TO THE COMMUNITY AT WEST RIDGE IN SEMINOLE! Located in a beautiful deed-restricted

Pinellas County Real Estate Market UpdateThe January 2019 real estate stats are in and there’s a lot to talk about this time around, so let’s get to it!As expected, home prices in Pinellas

BEAUTIFUL 4 BEDROOM HOME FOR SALE IN LARGO11820 85th Street, Largo, FL 33773MLS #U8026445SIMPLY BEAUTIFUL 4BR + LOFT/2.5BA, TWO STORY HOME IN SOMERSET LAKE ESTATES. SITUATED ON A ¼+ ACRE LOT. THIS

Beautifully Updated 3 Bedroom Home For Sale in St Petersburg, FLA Must See in the Jungle Terrace Neighborhood!DON'T MISS OUT ON THIS BEAUTIFUL, COMPLETELY REMODELED HOME IN THE JUNGLE TERRACE

     Preparing to sell your home can be a very emotional and sometimes daunting, exhausting task. Many sellers ask themselves "where do I begin" or worse yet are sometimes in denial

An estate for $300,000? Yes and it’s Aretha Franklin’s! I couldn’t believe my eyes when I saw the other morning that you could purchase an icon’s mansion, almost 6000 square feet + 1/2 acre

Your October 2018 Real Estate Market UpdateThe October Pinellas County Real Estate Stats are in and the news continues to be great for our area! Once again, the stats continue to show growth in both

Nothing keeps a house on the market longer than a high price tag that doesn't represent the current state of the housing market and the true value of your home. Some misconceptions that home owners

4 Bedroom Home For Sale in the Traditions Community of Seminole, FLLooking for a 4 bedroom home in Seminole, FL? We've got the homes you've been looking for! 8093 Cottonwood Ct, Seminole, FL

August 2018 Was Another Great Month In Real Estate! If you recall last month’s blog, we predicted that the market would continue to remain strong through the end of the year. The latest August

Beautiful Equestrian Property on 2 Acres of Land in Pinellas County!See the Full MLS Listing HereEnjoy farmhouse style living just minutes from the beaches in Largo, FL! This beautiful, custom-built

Our Favorite Poolside CocktailsWith Labor Day weekend upon us, and many more warm weekends that simply call us to the pool, we thought it’d be fun to share 5 of our favorite poolside cocktails.

What You Need to Know About 4-Point InspectionsBuying or selling a home?A 4-point inspection is a type of home inspection that is often required on homes that are over 25 years old in the State of

Changes are Coming to the Florida 4-Point InspectionAs of September 1st, 2018, new requirement for 4-point home inspections will be taking effect. When buying or selling a home, it’s important

July 2018 Stats for Pinellas CountyThe July 2018 real estate stats for Pinellas County are in! We continue to see year over year growth in median sale prices across the board when it comes to

Buying a Home Cheaper Than Renting in FloridaAccording to a recent ‘Rent vs Buy’ report from Trulia.com, the average cost of buying a home vs paying rent each month is 30% LESS in the State of

Swim Instructor Tips: The Dangers of Water WingsWords of Wisdom (and pool safety!) from  local swim instructor, Rebecca Geiger.Living in Florida, there are some things that are inherent to the

The June 2018 Pinellas County Real Estate StatsThe June 2018 Pinellas County real estate market stats are here! The results are fairly mixed when it comes to the health of the real estate market, so

Where to See Fireworks Around Tampa Bay For July 4thThe 4th of July is just around the corner. Do you have your plans made yet? Don't miss out on all the fun around the Bay Area on the 4th of July!

Your May 2018 Real Estate Stats for Pinellas CountyThe May 2018 real estate stats for Pinellas County are in! The last few months have been a whirlwind for the real estate market, with a shortage

JUST LISTED FOR SALE IN SEMINOLE, FL BY THE SANDY HARTMANN GROUP!Timeless home design and luxurious amenities are sure to captivate you in this Long Bayou Estates dream home. Situated at

Beautiful 4 Bedroom Home on Lake Seminole For SaleRARE & BEAUTIFUL CUSTOM BUILT HOME LOCATED DIRECTLY ON LAKE SEMINOLE WITH A PRIVATE DOCK & 2K LB BOAT LIFT! Enjoy 3,800+ Sq Ft of beautiful living

2018 Tampa Bay Real Estate StatisticsThe Pinellas County real estate market continues to see the same trends we saw in 2017. Homes are moving at a faster rate, with higher sale prices, thanks to

See a Current List of Open Houses in Downtown St. Pete NowLooking to buy a home in Downtown St. Pete? Not sure which neighborhood is right for you? Check out our link below to a current list of

  Shopping for a Home With A Real Estate Agent Doesn't Cost a Thing       Buying and selling a home can be tricky...and a surprising amount of consumers in the Tampa Bay, FL

The Benefits of Listing Your Home For Sale With The Sandy Hartmann GroupThinking about selling your home? At The Sandy Hartmann Group we understand that this can be a big decision, with many

Thinking about selling your home in Pinellas County? Need a FREE Instant Online Home Value to get started?CLICK HERE to get an instant desktop valuation of you home. Then call or email us to get a

Military Real Estate Services in Tampa Bay, FLAt The Sandy Hartmann Group, our team of skilled real estate professionals prides itself on serving active duty military home buyers and sellers, as

Discover Authentic Tampa Bay FLIt all started with Tocobaga tribe establishing villages near a bay called “Tanpa”, which meant “sticks of fire”, long before the Spanish came, from about

5 Bedroom Beachfront Home For Sale on Pass-a-Grille Beach, FLWelcome home to the magnificent ‘Shangri La at Pass-a-Grille,’ one of the most iconic luxury mansions located directly on the

HOME FOR SALE IN ST. PETERSBURG! BIKE TO THE BEACH! A true 4 BEDROOM/2 BATH home for sale in highly desirable Edgewater Estates, less than 5 minutes to the beach and the

Courtesy of Sandy Hartmann & Associates...Stunning 5 Bedroom Luxury Waterfront Home For Sale in Treasure Island, FL! Offered at $1,399,900 MLS ID U7834549INDULGE IN THE COASTAL LIFESTYLE

Check Out Our Latest Neighborhood Spotlight Video of the Fabulous Oakhurst Shores

NEWLY LISTED LUXURY WATERFRONT HOME FOR SALE!ENJOY PANORAMIC WATER VIEWS AND PREMIUM FINISHES  IN THIS STUNNING, CONTEMPORARY WATERFRONT HOME LOCATED IN THE HIGHLY DESIRABLE

Waterfront Home For Sale!Just Listed By The Sandy Hartmann Group!STUNNING MADEIRA BEACH HOME WITH BREATHTAKING WATERVIEWS FROM ALL 3 LEVELS, JUST MINUTES FROM THE GORGEOUS GULF BEACHES! This

NEWLY LISTED 3 BEDROOM/3 BATH HOME FOR SALE IN SEMINOLE, FL  11611 GROVE ST, SEMINOLE, FL 33772ENJOY WATERFRONT LIVING AND ENDLESS SUNSETS FROM THIS BEAUTIFULLY UPDATED 3BR/3BA

Did you know that Florida is one of many states where buying a home is often cheaper than renting a home? Thanks to low mortgage interest rates and many low down payment plans, home ownership is a

The Tampa Bay FL Real Estate Market UpdateAt The Sandy Hartmann Group, we want you to know that we will constantly keep you and all of our valued clients updated on any real estate market shifts or

JUST LISTED FOR SALE IN SEMINOLE BY SANDY HARTMANN & ASSOCIATES! LUXURIOUS 4 bedroom, 3 bath, 2 car garage home (PLUS a HUGE detached 5-car garage!) situated on 1.13 acres of

We hear it all the time as Realtors, a potential client tells us that they would love to list their house for sale with a Realtor, but someone told them they could list it themselves to save on

Important Information About the National Flood Insurance Program and the Sept 30th Deadline Coming UpAre you thinking of buying or selling a home in a flood zone in the next few months?

Thinking of selling your home and want to know where to start? Call The Sandy Hartmann Group! We are the #1 Keller Williams Luxury Group in Tampa Bay and sell over 200 homes per year, in record

Affordable Furniture Stores We LoveLooking for a great place to find furniture in and around St. Pete, the Gulf Beaches, and Seminole? As Realtors who do over 200 transactions per year in Pinellas

JUST LISTED IN OAKHURST SHORES!Move Right Into This Beautifully Maintained 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath POOL Home!This fabulous home is situated on over a 1/4 acre of land, with over 2,200 sq ft of living-

JUST LISTED FOR SALE IN SEMINOLE!13045 Poinsettia Ave, Seminole, FL 33776Beautiful and spacious 4 bedroom, 3 full bath POOL home in the highly sought after Harbor View Community- Just Minutes to the

JUST LISTED IN ST PETE BEACH! See this beach condo BEFORE it hits the MLS!Located in the Silver Sands Beach & Raquet Club, this beautiful corner unit condo for sale features 2 bedrooms, 2.5

UNDER CONTRACT THE DAY IT WAS LISTED!BEAUTIFUL CUSTOM-BUILT HOME IN THE  GATED NEIGHBORHOOD OF TRADITIONS IN SEMINOLE, FL!Beautifully updated 4BR/3BA single story home tucked

WATERFRONT HOME FOR SALE IN THE HIGHLY DESIRABLE NEIGHBORHOOD OF OAKHURST SHORES IN SEMINOLE, FLProperty Address: 11640 Grove Pl, Seminole, FL 33772Offered at $649,900This lovely 3BR/2BA

JUST LISTED FOR SALE IN INDIAN SHORES BY THE SANDY HARTMANN GROUP!18700 Gulf Blvd #9, Indian Shores, FL 33785Offered at $1,399,000DIRECT GULF FRONT TOWNHOUSE WITH OVER 3,000 SF OF LIVING AREA, 3

JUST LISTED IN OAKHURST SHORES!Beautiful 3BR/2BA/2,212 Sq Ft Waterfront Home! WELCOME TO ONE OF THE MOST REMARKABLE VIEWS PINELLAS COUNTY HAS TO OFFER IN THE OAKHURST SHORES

Newly Listed Executive Home on the Award-Winning Bardmoor Golf Course!This beautiful, custom-built home for sale includes 5 bedrooms/4.5 baths and over 4,800 sq ft of living space!10556

Build The Home of Your Dreams, Just Minutes from the White, Sandy Shores of Redington Beach, Madeira Beach and Indian Rocks Beach!1.3 Acres of RESIDENTIAL ZONED land offered in the HIGHLY SOUGHT

JUST LISTED FOR SALE IN REDINGTON SHORES, FL!RARE 3BR/2BA, 1570 SQ FT, 3rd floor WATERFRONT CORNER UNIT with DEEDED DOCK and 10,000 LB BOAT LIFT on the INTRACOASTAL for sale in

COMING SOON!Coachman Ridge Beauty! See this fabulous Clearwater Listing BEFORE it hits the MLS!Homes like this RARELY come up for sale. This 3BR/3BA property with just under 2,900 Sq Ft of living

EXCLUSIVE NEW LUXURY BEACHFRONT CONDO FOR SALE IN MADEIRA BEACH, FL!RARE 2BR/2.5BA Luxury Beachfront Condo in the Coveted Sereno Building of Madeira Beach, FL.This beautiful luxury

Just Listed in Redington Beach, FL in Time for the Weekend!16045 Redington Drive, Redington Beach, FL 33708STUNNING, FULLY FURNISHED, 4BR/3BA WATERFRONT REDINGTON BEACH HOME JUST MINUTES FROM THE

Thinking about buying a home in Treasure Island, FL? A great way to get started on your home search is to check out open houses in the neighborhoods you love. Real estate in Treasure Island is a hot

ANOTHER NEW PROPERTY LISTING IN SEMINOLE, FL!What's not to love about this beautiful 3 bedroom, 2 bath, over 1900 Sq Ft home in Seminole, FL!? Located on a large corner lot, this home is in the

According to this article in the Tampa Bay Times, the shortage of housing inventory in the Tampa Bay and Pinellas County housing markets kept real estate sales prices booming in 2016. 

Did you know that The Sandy Hartmann Group works with corporate relocation firms around the country? If you’re relocating to the Pinellas County, FL area through a corporate relocation package

Trailing only behind Nashville and Portland, Tampa Bay is now the 3rd fastest growing housing market in the U.S. In 2016, home values in the Tampa Bay area grew 11.4%, making it the hottest metro

Thinking of buying a home in or around the Redington Beach area? Look no further! At The Sandy Hartmann Group, we make searching for open houses easy! Just click the link below to see Redington

As we enter the latter part of 2016, Pinellas County has continued to see dramatic growth in real estate sales prices. As of August 2016, single family home prices grew a staggering +22.4%

We've decided to periodically share some of our favorite local businesses across the Tampa Bay Area! These are businesses we have used time and time again with great results. If you're new to

     The real estate market is in a beautiful place right now. According to Housing Wire, foreclosures are now at the lowest level since the housing market collapsed almost 10 years

SEE THIS LISTING BEFORE IT GOES ON THE MLS!4BR/3BA, 1954 Sq Ft, Saltwater Pool & SpaOffered at $409,900MOVE RIGHT IN TO THIS BEAUTIFULLY UPDATED 4BR/3BA HOME ON THE 2ND HOLE OF THE SEMINOLE

Annata Wine Bar-Downtown St. Petersburg- This family-owned wine bar prides itself on locally sourced ingredients from Bay Area farms and suppliers. Think delicious, generously proportioned tapas

It's probably obvious to everyone right now that  the Tampa Bay real estate market is hot, hot, hot! One of the main factors driving this trend is the housing shortage. When a great home comes

The team at The Sandy Hartmann Group at Keller Williams Realty is proud to announce that Sandy Hartmann has been named Ms Seminole 2016! Raised in Seminole since the age of 2, Sandy Hartmann

It's a great time to list a home for sale! According to the Tampa Bay Times Article HERE that was just published on February 23rd, 2016, home prices have jumped close to 20% due to buyer demand

Treasure Island is one of the most coveted real estate destinations in Pinellas County and possibly the Tampa Bay Area. Finding the right home in Treasure Island can be difficult without the right

Madeira Beach...one of our favorite places to show homes...it offers a variety of housing options at many different price points to suit just about any buyer need. Over the years we've listed and

Considering buying a home in Seminole and want to check out some open houses? At The Sandy Hartmann Group, we're happy to help! We actually recommend that all our buyers make sure they love the