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There is no silver bullet when it comes to selling a luxury home. Instead, the process involves a series of strategic, calculated steps that will help get you through the experience. Before you get started, know this: The luxury home market is a different animal. It takes the right timing, the right pricing, and the right assistance to get everything ready to roll.

 To help get you started, those strategic, calculated steps are a must. Here is a to-do list of items you can start pulling together to get your luxury home ready for market.

 Selecting a Real Estate Agent

Stepping into the world of selling your luxury home is an exciting and perplexing journey. But making that decision doesn’t have to be intimidating. Finding a real estate firm that…

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Broker-Associate, Angela D. Grannan, searched months for the perfect space for Dr. Litano's new dental office, but in this market there were not a lot of options that fit exactly what he was looking for in an office.

"I want to see nature" was one of Dr. Litano's Number 1 needs. Currently operating out of a mere 800 SF "space" on the west side of St. Pete, Natural Smiles of Tampa Bay was more than Bursting at the Seams and in dire need of a larger space.

Dr. Litano is an avid outdoors enthusiast and loves to admire and enjoy all that our beautiful planet has to offer. His current office does not have any windows for him or his clients to be able to enjoy the beauty of the paradise we live in. 'So, we made that a top priority in viewing…

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 At $22.5 million, the 21,796-square-foot, seven-bedroom, eight full and eight half-bath, air conditioned six-car garage Davis Islands’ home that sold last year was the highest price ever landed for a home in the Tampa area.


The buyers, who along with getting the distinction of owning former New York Yankee great Derek Jeter’s old home, also landed a clubroom with a full-service bar, a wine cellar, movie theater, gym, in-law suite, au-pair wing, a full-home generator, and more.

And that was just on the inside, The outside of the home includes 9,000 square feet of covered porches and balconies, a heated spa, an 80-foot saltwater lap pool and 354 feet of open bay.


 
While the Davis Islands home clearly fits into the definition of a mansion, not all…

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Nick Churton of Smith & Associates Real Estate’s London office celebrates the lifting of travel restrictions by the USA and how these new freedoms may impact the international property market.

After months and months of pandemic lockout, on 8th November 2021, the USA slid back the bolt on their vast door and opened it to European travelers once again.

Family members, New York shoppers, business people, sun-seekers, sightseers and skiers can, once again, hop across the Atlantic. But they are not the only people released to travel.

Homebuyers have also slipped the leash. The global pandemic has prompted significant changes in the real estate world. Once committed city dwellers have surged to the countryside in pursuit of space and health. Also, the…

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The Customized Home Raises the Bar for Penthouse Living 

The crown jewel of The Sanctuary at Alexandra Place has been sold. The top two stories of the boutique luxury tower were completely customized to create a spacious, three-story penthouse with private roof-top terrace pool that is currently the largest condo in Tampa. The penthouse is 7,366 square feet and combines the building’s 17th and 18th floors, to form a single-family home that includes two floors of living space, an elegant interior stairway and a private rooftop terrace on the third level. The Sanctuary’s penthouse sale set a new condominium price record for the City of Tampa.

“With a private rooftop pool and three floors of spacious living, this home was completely customized to…

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Liz Heinkel Joins Tampa Bay’s Top Luxury Brokerage Firm

Smith & Associates Real Estate is excited to welcome Liz Heinkel to its team of distinguished sales associates. Heinkel is an award-winning real estate agent who topped over $112 million in sales over the last eight years in the industry. Heinkel is highly regarded for her market savvy and concierge approach to customer service. In 2020, she had a banner year and sold over $30 million in real estate.

“I attribute the success I’ve had in real estate to my customer-centric approach. I am always striving to exceed client expectations and anticipate and meet their needs. I draw on my years of experience in real estate, interior design, and new construction, as well as my extensive knowledge of…

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The Tampa Bay real estate market is attracting attention as one of the top regions in the country for relocation and investing. In 2020, Tampa attracted 47,000 new residents, making it the 4th largest metropolitan area for new residents. To meet the demand, Tampa Bay real estate developers are moving swiftly on construction at their luxury condominium sites with much-anticipated projects hitting major milestones. These new construction developments offer opportunities to live and invest in the condo towers that will be transforming the region’s skyline.


The Residences at The Tampa EDITION Bedroom at night with city views


The Residences at The Tampa EDITION

The Residences at The Tampa EDITION includes 38 5-star branded homes in the heart of Water Street Tampa which will be completed at the end of the year with…

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What are the top luxury real estate interior design trends for 2021?

Elevating our homes through sumptuous interior design brings new life and vitality to your favorite spaces. The focus in 2021 is about indulging all the senses with pops of color, textures, items, and areas that spark joy and awe. Combining a curated look with your individual and unique touches lifts an interior’s mood and gives your space more timeless appeal.

Luxury real estate interior design trends emphasize artistic elements throughout the home. Think sculptural furniture, statement lighting, and art and murals that invite your gaze. Design your space with a nod to your favorite vacations and hotels with the comforts and refinements you appreciate the most, especially in the…

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Historic Church Property in the Old Northeast Neighborhood 

A one-hundred-year-old church and it’s property in the desirable Old Northeast neighborhood in St Petersburg has been sold. The Westminster Presbyterian Church, consisting of two parcels of land, one with the church property and the other a separate parking lot across the alley to the south, has been sold by Patrick & Chris Calhoon of the Calhoon Commercial Group of Smith & Associates Commerical Real Estate. 

The property, owned by The Presbytery of Tampa Bay, Inc., encompasses 7 lots on a little over 1 acre of land in the Old Northeast. The building had a Landmark Historic Designation placed on it by the City of St Petersburg in early 2020 which prohibited any demolition of the structure…

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Luxury real estate patios are essential for relaxation, staycations, entertaining, and during these pandemic times is a great extension of your home office. In Florida, we can use our patios year-round and homes for sale in Tampa Bay offer a wide range of luxury outdoor spaces to help you soak in the sun as well as protect you from the elements in style. Whether you are a city dweller looking for the perfect patio balcony or want more room to spread out with multiple patios and luxurious environments, there are incredible oases waiting for you to call home.

As a must-have home trend, patios are great spaces to work, lounge, and enjoy your life more. Elements that create a great luxury patio include outdoor kitchens and bars, water…

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