Generation Home Preferences: DREAM HOMES VARY BY GENERATION

Generation Homes: Does Your Home Tell More About You Than You Think?

Different generations have diverse preferences when it comes to choosing a home. Think about what you like in a home, then check below to see what a majority of the buyers in your age group are looking for in a home.

Generation Y House (20’s – mid 30’s)

• Contemporary in design and not afraid of color
• Want smaller homes, smaller yards, and low maintenance, so they have time to travel.
• They can’t remember life without a computer, so they research everything, including buying a home
• Tech savvy so they are more customization oriented
• Culturally diverse group of friends
• Likes flex spaces

Generation X House (mid 30’s – mid 40’s)

• Contemporary in style
• Big on entertaining
• Women play a big part in the decision process
• Prefers open spaces and outdoor spaces
• Family oriented (50% have families so themes are important)
• Wants closets and cubbies for storage
• Likes flex spaces

Boomers House (50’s – mid 60’s)

• Prefer single family homes with amenities
• Love to entertain
• Facing retirement but still want to be active
• Want to be near shopping centers and medical services
• Wants a floor plan to adjust to their lifestyle
• Prefers off white with chocolate glaze or dark finish cabinets
• Able to afford a little more in upgrades

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For remodel and custom home estimates, please email or call Mark Ursini (941-232-148) at Brista Homes, Inc. or visit http://BristaHomes.com.

For more information on Lakewood Ranch Real Estate, Sarasota, Bradenton, or the surrounding areas, as well as any other aspects of life in the Lakewood Ranch area, please do not hesitate to contact Gina Ursini (941-812-4894) at Keller Williams Realty or visit http://SarasotaHomesCollection.com.

Keeping an Eye on Sarasota Native, Nik Wallenda - If You Can Stomach It!

Sarasota's Nik Wallenda Takes His Tight-Roping Talents to the Grand Canyon

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

First it was Niagara Falls. Now Nik Wallenda plans his next big challenge as he prepares to walk 1,500 feet across the Grand Canyon on a tight-rope. This stunt is his most dangerous ever, as he will be elevated 1,500 feet above the ground, a height taller than the Empire State Building, and he's doing it all without a harness or a net.

 

Wallenda, a Sarasota native, has been practicing right here in our own backyard. He's holding daily practices and providing a chance for the public to observe. Growing up in a famous family full of tight-rope walkers, it has always been his dream to walk across the Grand Canyon, and on June 23rd, he'll get a chance to fulfill that dream.

 

Even high above the Grand Canyon, Sarasota will still be on his mind. Wallenda recently told visitors, "When I'm walking there, I'll be envisioning myself right here in Sarasota training." After all, he's just a hometown boy who's made it big and loves sharing his success with the citizens of Sarasota.

 

If you can stomach it, Nik Wallenda's dangerous walk will air live June 23rd on the Discovery Channel.

Sources: WFLA.com, Huffingtonpost.com.

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Thank you for reading. I hope you  find this blog post informative. Please feel free to contact me or comment below with any thoughts.

For for a remodel or custom home estimate, please call Mark Ursini at 941-232-1948, email or visit http://BristaHomes.com. 
 

For more information on Lakewood Ranch Real Estate, Sarasota, Bradenton, or the surrounding areas, as well as any other aspects of life in the Lakewood Ranch area, please do not hesitate to contact Gina Ursini (941-812-4894)  at Keller Williams Realty or visit http://SarasotaHomesCollection.com.

Remodel Your Investment Home: The Steps From Start To Finish

Get ready to remodel and flip.

Remodeling an investment property can be an intimidating task for any investor, but with the right contractor and the proper steps, a remodel can prove to be quite profitable. Take a look at this extensive remodel by Brista Homes. The end result was a brand new home (aside from it's age) with a turn around time, from start to finish, of three months.

Step One: Estimating the Renovation Costs
Estimates were started as soon as the home went under contract. Once all the numbers were in, it was time to separate the "musts" from the "wants". For example, repairing the roof, and replacing the AC unit and water tank were a "must". Tearing down the kitchen wall to make it an open concept was a "want" but fit the budget.

                                           































As soon as the property closed, all supplies and material were ordered.

Step Two: Meet the Neighbors
Introduction letters were sent to the neighbors and the association informing them of the renovations and where to direct concerns they might have through out the process. This helped the job to start off on the right foot.

Helpful hint: As a result of the letter, you may receive calls early on about interest in the home. Make it a point to only show the home once the remodel is 100% complete, or if not, very close to it. Save their information and assure them that you will update them when the home is nearing completion.

Step Three: The Demolition
Within hours after closing, the dumpster was delivered. The demolition was started immediately. The tacky wall paper was stripped, the popcorn ceilings were scraped, the moldings and doors were removed, the kitchen and guest bathroom was gutted, and the confining kitchen wall was removed. The only two items salvaged in this property were the hardwood floors, the master bath marble tile, and a small section of kitchen cabinets that were cleaned and reused in the laundry area.

                                       































Step Four: Rough-in Mechanical Stage
These "must" items in the remodel were tackled first:
AC duct work
Electrical wiring for recessed lighting
Plumbing behind the walls
Roof repair

Helpful hints: Do not re-texture and paint the ceilings without repairing the roof leaks first. Do not repair dry wall before fixing the plumbing.

Step Five: The Installations
The following items were taken care of during the installation process:
Drywall repair
Retexturing of the walls and ceilings
Trim work
Painting
Installation of kitchen cabinets and bathroom vanities
Floor and wall tile installation
Granite counter tops installation
Hard wood floors sanded

Helpful hint: When doing a kitchen, bring your dimensions to Lowe's or Home Depot and have them design the kitchen for you. You'll get the right size cabinets with a good fit.

Step Six:Trim Out
The remodel was now ready for the finishing touches. This is also referred to as punch out and consists of the installation of plumbing fixtures, light fixtures, and outlet covers, paint touch up, etc. It's a good idea to walk through at this point and create a punch list of items that need completion. These finishing details are what makes the remodel stand out above the rest.

                                     































Step Seven: Construction Clean
The home was professionally cleaned, including the windows.

Step Eight: The Garage
The garage doubled as a work shop during the remodel process, so it did not make sense to tackle this area until the end. The painting of the garage trim and walls were scheduled at the same time as the interior paint touch up. The garage floors were acid washed, etched, and received two coats of epoxy. Not only did the homes interior look brand new, but now the garage did too.

Next, the hard wood floors were stained and sealed. The floors received three coats of sealer, and were sanded lightly between each coat.

 
Step Nine: Carpeting
Since workers were coming in and out of the home, the carpets were installed last. Wall to wall carpeting went into the master and guest bedrooms.


























Step Ten: The Exterior
Curb appeal plays an important part in making your investment property stand out from the rest. The home was pressure washed the and damaged lanai screens were replaced. A professional landscaper was hired to clean the yard and remove the old stone hardscaping. Mulch and flowers were added along the walkway. An appealing exterior sets a good first impression and attracts buyers.

  

Call Mark Ursini at 941-232-1948 or visit http://www.BristaHomes.com to receive an estimate on your next remodel.

Call Gina Ursini at 941-812-4894 or visit http://SarasotaHomesCollection.com to find your next investment home.