400 Families in 2019: Meet The Zuberbier Family

June 25, 2019

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New construction or existing home: 3 not-so-obvious questions

June 11, 2019

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When you move to the First Coast, you have some decisions to make. Will you move to the city, suburbs or beach? Will you choose Jacksonville, St. Augustine or another nearby town? And of course, will you look for an existing home or new construction?

 

Each of these decisions comes down to personal preference, plain and simple. It’s often said newly constructed homes cost more now but may be less costly than older homes in the long term. Beyond the numbers, there are other fairly obvious differences—aesthetics, access to amenities and good schools, appliance warranties, neighborhood, and so on.

 

Here are three important but not-so-obvious questions that may help you decide:

 

Do you want more house or more yard?

While there are certainly exceptions, many existing homes tend to be on larger lots and boast less square footage inside. The average home built in 1990 barely broke 2,000 sq. ft. while homes built today average nearly 2,700 sq. ft.

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John Geter transitions from biomedical engineering to real estate at Davidson Realty

May 28, 2019

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We recently welcomed John Geter to the Davidson Realty sales team! John is a United States Air Force veteran with years of experience in biomedical engineering.

 

“Thanks to his engineering background John is very detail-oriented, and well versed in buying and selling from his years in the military. We are happy to have John on the Davidson team,” said Sherry Davidson, President of Davidson Realty.

 

Originally from Atlanta, John served in the U.S. Air Force, during which time he relocated frequently. He earned a degree in biomedical engineering and worked with medical and research facilities including Duke University, Wake Forest University and the Baptist Health Care Network.

 

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Steve Rodriguez treats beachgoing dogs to water at The Hydration Station

May 24, 2019

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If you’ve ever seen a dog at the beach, you know no one has more fun playing in the sand and surf! But amid the fun, they get just as dehydrated as humans. That’s why Davidson Realty agent Steve Rodriguez created The Hydration Station!

 

Steve, who previously lived in Atlantic Beach, got the idea a while back while enjoying the sunrise on the beach with his dogs. He said, “As an owner, I am always looking out for the welfare of my babies. Staying hydrated is very important for a dog and people at the beach. I saw the need for having fresh water available and decided to make an effort to fill that void.”

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How to Find Your Ideal Vacation Home

May 21, 2019

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If you need a more permanent place to take a respite, or you are thinking about having a familiar place to go for family getaways, a vacation home is a great option.

 

When purchasing a vacation home, consider how you will use it. Will your vacation home be reserved for just family and friends?  How many times per year will you use the home? Are you going to rent it out? The answers to these questions will help focus your search.

 

Think about location. Consider your vacation home’s proximity to amenities. Also, if you will use it several times throughout the year, aim for a location that’s close enough to drive but far enough to feel like a real getaway. Ask yourself, is it close to amenities? Far enough from home? Will it keep you and others wanting to come back? If you are planning to rent out the home, consider whether it is in an area accessible to other attractions or supplies.

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