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Buying a Home in Spring: A First-Time Buyer’s Guide
Spring is a prime season for home buying, offering more listings and ideal weather for house hunting. If you’re a first-time buyer, navigating this competitive market can be exciting yet overwhelming. Here’s a streamlined guide to help you make informed decisions and secure your dream home.
Top 10 Home Improvement Tips to Increase Property Value
As February 2025 comes to a close, many homeowners are looking for ways to enhance their property’s value—whether in preparation for a future sale or simply to improve their living space. Strategic home improvements can yield significant returns and make your home more appealing to buyers. Here are ten of the best home improvement tips to maximize your property’s value.
Real Estate Market Trends for 2025: Key Insights for the New Year
Happy New Year to you and yours! As we step into 2025, our team at Crystal Snook Real Estate Group is excited to share insights into the upcoming real estate market. With factors like pricing, mortgage rates, and housing demand shaping decisions, we’re here to help you navigate your real estate goals. Whether you’re buying, selling, or investing, here’s what we can expect in 2025.
Embracing Thankfulness in November: Reflecting on Home, Community, and Gratitude
As November ushers in cooler temperatures and the vibrant colors of autumn, it’s also a time of reflection and gratitude. Whether gathered around the dinner table or spending quiet moments with loved ones, this season encourages us to count our blessings and consider what truly makes us feel at home.
Am I Ready to Buy?
When it comes to buying a home, people will often second guess themselves wondering if they are “ready.” What “ready” looks like to one person can look very different for someone else. According to Ramsey Online, there are a few questions to ask yourself before buying. With the turn of a new year, […]
Ocala, Orchestrated
Residents and guests of Ocala/Marion County have access to both an award-winning entertainment venue and orchestra – just one of many reasons why moving and living here is so sought-after. Let our agents introduce you to the Reilly Arts Center, home of the Ocala Symphony Orchestra, and help you realize a year’s worth of date […]
Sholom Park Recognized as #2 on “Most Peaceful Tourist Spots in America”
Sholom Park, a 501(c)(3) charitable organization in Ocala, Florida, founded on the visionary aspirations of the late Sidney Colen, has achieved the prestigious second place ranking on Casago’s “Most Peaceful Tourist Spots in America” list. This recognition positions Sholom Park among the nation’s most tranquil destinations, reaffirming its commitment to providing visitors with an unparalleled […]
CITY OF OCALA RECOGNIZED AT THE 2023 FLORIDA REDEVELOPMENT ASSOCIATION AWARD CEREMONY
The City of Ocala has been named a winner in the Florida Redevelopment Association (FRA) awards ceremony. The Mary Sue Rich Community Center at Reed Place was recognized in the category of Outstanding New Building Project. The annual awards ceremony celebrates the exceptional accomplishments of city and county organizations from across the state of Florida […]
WINTER IRRIGATION RESTRICTIONS IN EFFECT FOR LOCALS
The City of Ocala, along with the St. Johns River Water Management District, reminds residents to reset automatic sprinkler systems. Winter water restrictions are effective immediately. During the winter months, irrigation restrictions are in effect for the city on specific days and no irrigation should occur between the hours of 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. […]
A Day at Silver Springs State Park
Moving to Ocala a little over a year ago, we were unaware of the hidden beauty and nature that we would be surrounded by. Part of me was sad that we didn’t choose to live closer to the beach or a larger city, but the beauty of Ocala has quickly won our hearts over! One […]