Blog - Barbara Oskam

Home buying, Homeownership, Housing market, Real estate, Relocation

Sold on Iconic Bayshore Boulevard, Tampa

Sold on Bayshore Boulevard: Grateful to Represent the Buyer of a Truly Exceptional Tampa Residence There are moments in a real estate career that feel especially meaningful, and helping my buyer secure his dream home on iconic Bayshore Boulevard in Tampa is one of them. This extraordinary property; last offered at $6,499,000 and sold for […]
Home buying, Home decor, Housing market, Real estate

2024 Trends that Will Increase Home Value

If you can tell what’s trending by looking at the words becoming more common in listings, expect demand for brutalism, sensory pathways and cold plunge pools. NEW YORK – Ready to boost your home value as much as possible? With high mortgage interest rates putting a damper on home prices, now is the time to […]
Military

Disability housing grants for Veterans

The VA offer housing grants for Veterans and service members with certain service-connected disabilities so they can buy or change a home to meet their needs and live more independently. Changing a home might involve installing ramps or widening doorways. Find out if you’re eligible for a disability housing grant—and how to apply. Grant eligibility […]
Military

Interstate Compact On Educational Opportunity For Military Children

The Department of Defense, in collaboration with the National Center for Interstate Compacts and the Council of State Governments has developed an interstate compact that addresses the educational transition issues of children of military families. Currently all 50 States and the District of Columbia participate in the interstate compact that provide a uniform policy platform […]