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- 01 Apr, 2024
Expert Tips for Selling an Inherited House Successfully
According to one analysis, by age 74, almost 2 in 5 individuals will receive an inheritance at least once. The majority receive inheritances from parents, which can include homes and other real estate ...
- 01 Apr, 2024
Maximizing Home Value with a Mother-in-Law Suite: A Comprehensive Guide
The concept of a mother-in-law suite, also known as an Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU), has evolved significantly, offering homeowners an array of benefits. A mother-in-law suite is a specially designed ...
- 19 Mar, 2024
5 Budget Friendly Curb Appeal Ideas
Enhancing your home's curb appeal is a powerful way to boost its value, whether you're planning to sell or simply want to enjoy a more inviting environment. Fortunately, sprucing up your home's first ...
- 20 Dec, 2023
How to Host the Ultimate Holiday Movie Night at Home! #2
Are you looking for festive ways to celebrate the holidays with friends and family while staying out of the cold? Dinner parties and cookie exchanges can be fun but what about hosting the ultimate hol ...
- 20 Jun, 2023
Prepare Your Home to Sell this Summer in 5 Easy Steps
Are you looking to sell your home soon? If so, now is the time to prepare for listing! Here are a few key things to consider when getting your home in tip-top shape for open house season. 1 ...
- 12 May, 2023
Real estate stocks are suddenly and finally on fire
Redfin, Opendoor and Compass have all seen their share prices rally in recent days — suggesting that after years of the cold shoulder investors are warming to the sector Stable Diffusion BY [JIM DA ...
- 22 Mar, 2023
Benefits of Using a Realtor vs Selling Your Home on Your Own
For Sale By Owner: You've probably seen this phrase on real estate listings, and it might seem quite appealing at first glance. Skipping agent commissions and having full control over the selling proc ...
- 08 Mar, 2023
Here are the fastest growing Tampa Bay companies on the Inc. 5000 list
Inc. magazine revealed its list of the fastest-growing private companies in the Southeast and several Tampa Bay area companies were on the list. The Inc. Regionals award is an extension of the media ...
- 07 Feb, 2023
Fall in Love with Your City
It is officially February and love is in the air! From coast to coast and city to city, we hope you feel all the love that comes with the month of February. And that love can stem from anywhere! Our c ...
- 24 Jan, 2023
5 Steps to Getting Your Home Ready to Sell
Are you looking to sell your home soon? If so, now is the time to prepare for listing! Here are a few key things to consider when getting your home in tip-top shape for open house season. 1 ...
- 01 Jan, 2023
New Years' House Cleaning Checklist - Cleaning for New Year
We know the last few months of the year can be full of parties, plans, and chaos that gives you little time to care for yourself, let alone your home. And after a crazy time like the holidays, it can ...
- 26 Dec, 2022
5 Fun Ways to Spend New Year's Eve at Home
Are you ringing in the new year in the comforts of your own home this year? We don't blame you! We have a few ideas that will make your evening spent at home just as enjoyable as a glamorous night out ...
- 05 Dec, 2022
Tips for Hosting for the Holidays
‘Tis the season for cheerful toasting and holiday party hosting! This time of year is meant for spending quality time with loved ones and spreading holiday cheer. It’s important to not lose sight of t ...
- 08 Nov, 2022
5 Unique Ways to Decorate for Thanksgiving
Are you bored of your old Thanksgiving décor? Or stressed about changing the look of your home during the holidays for your mother-in-law that notices everything? Fortunately, it doesn’t take much to ...
- 21 Oct, 2022
Ideal Agent to launch Series B with eye on IPO, CEO says
Ideal Agent, a real estate technology company, is launching its Series B in a couple of weeks, said Steve Johns ...
- 03 Oct, 2022
8 Signs a Home Has “Good Bones”
Country music singer Maren Morris hit the nail on the head when she wrote: “when the bones are good, the rest don’t matter.” Some of you may be wondering… who is Maren Morris and what are “good bone ...
- 02 Sep, 2022
10 Tips to Get Your Home Fall Ready - Tips and Tricks
Labor Day is here, which means fall is approaching! Before we know it, we’ll be raking leaves, drinking pumpkin spice lattes, and enjoying warm apple pie. While the brisk fall weather brings plenty of ...
- 31 Aug, 2022
IDEAL AGENT® HIRES FORMER KELLER OFFER COO TO LEAD CASH OFFER PLATFORM, IDEAL OFFER
Gayln Ziegler joins as company experiences rapid growth in iBuyer market Tampa, FL, August 31, 2022 I[DEAL AGENT® ...
- 16 Aug, 2022
IDEAL AGENT® RANKED #1 REAL ESTATE COMPANY ON INC. 5000 LIST
Named #73 Nationwide due to 5,514% 3-Year Growth Tampa, FL, August 16, 2022 Today, Inc. Magazine revealed its annual list of the nation’s fastest growing private companies, and [IDEAL](https://www.id ...
- 11 Aug, 2022
IDEAL AGENT® NAMED #1 FASTEST GROWING COMPANY
Record Growth in Second-Quarter 2022 with Addition of New Services Tampa, FL, August 11, 2022— IDEAL AGENT®, the premier full-service real estate techn ...
- 19 Jul, 2022
IDEAL AGENT® INVESTS IN NEW TECHNOLOGY INFRASTRUCTURE
Tampa, FL, July 20, 2022— IDEAL AGENT®, the premier full-service real estate services company is partnering with SME Solutions Group, Inc. to help with its digital transformation and artificia ...
- 29 Jun, 2022
Celebrate Under the Stars with these Festive Home Ideas
Independence Day aka the Fourth of July is right around the corner! Fireworks, barbecues, and beach days are all things associated with the commemoration of America’s birthday. But if you’re looking f ...
- 15 Jun, 2022
3 Ways to Celebrate Dad This Father's Day
Father’s Day is a day to celebrate all the great dads in our lives. If you’re stuck on how to treat your dad or a father figure in your life on his special day, we’ve got you covered. We’ve come up wi ...
- 09 Jun, 2022
IDEAL AGENT® LAUNCHES CASH OFFER HOME SELLING SERVICE
Tampa, FL, June 9, 2022— IDEAL AGENT®, the premier full-service real estate services company announces the launch of its new Cash Offer program for home sellers. The company allows clients the abi ...
- 25 May, 2022
Did Someone Say Hot Dog Bar? Memorial Day BBQ Ideas for Your Home
Memorial Day commences the season with warm, clear blue skies, and more outdoor time! Why not spend the day with family and friends by having a BBQ at home? With a mix of delicious foods, patriotic de ...
- 18 May, 2022
Votes are in on the #1 Place to Live!
For the second year in a row Boulder, Colorado has been voted the number one place to live in America by the US News & World Report ...
- 11 May, 2022
Spring Cleaning: Take it One Room at a Time
Spring is not only a time for fresh flowers but also a time for fresh and clean spaces, especially if you’re thinking about selling your home soon. The yearly tradition of Spring cleaning is a wonderf ...
- 03 May, 2022
4 Tips for an Easy and Fun Mother’s Day Celebration at Home
Moms make every day great, so why not make this Mother’s Day extra sweet with some kid-friendly treats and crafts to spoil mom on her special day! Here are some ideas you don’t want to miss: **Fresh ...
- 02 May, 2022
St Pete Catalyst Dives Deep into the Origin and Future of Ideal Agent
Our CEO and Founder deep dives into the origin and future of Ideal Agent in The St. Pete Catalyst Podcast. [Listen to the full episode here](https://stpetecatalyst.com/origin-story-ideal-agen ...
- 02 May, 2022
REI Magazine Sits Down With CEO & Founder, Steve Johnston on Getting Top Dollar for Your Home
Our CEO and Founder was interviewed to help answer the hard-hitting questions about getting top dollar for single-family homes.[Read the entire article here](https://rei-ink.com/qa-with-steve-j ...
- 26 Apr, 2022
Finding the Best Selling Agent - How to Find a Seller for Your Home
Deciding that you are ready to sell your home is no small feat, especially if you aren’t sure who to turn to for guidance and support. You might spend hours or even days interviewing several agents on ...
- 20 Apr, 2022
Do Home Buyers Pay Agent Fees?
Whether you are buying or selling a home, working with a professional real estate agent is always going to make your experience smoother and more successful, especially when you work with a [top-tier ...
- 13 Apr, 2022
Hop Into Spring with These Festive Easter Decorating Tips
Thinking of having your friends and family over for an Easter Sunday meal? Tastefully decorating your space for a spring-themed event is just the ticket, and that certainly includes an easter egg hunt ...
- 06 Apr, 2022
IDEAL AGENT® EXCEEDS FIRST-QUARTER 2022 EXPECTATIONS
Brings on New Executives and Services for Continued Growth Tampa, FL, April 6, 2022— IDEAL AGENT®, the premier full-service real estate services company anno ...
- 06 Apr, 2022
4 Things to Ask a Buyer’s Agent Before You Buy a Home
Feeling ready to take on the world of homeownership? Excited about a new space to better accommodate you and your family’s needs? Before you can cozy up in your new living room you need to brave the p ...
- 31 Mar, 2022
Do I Need a Listing Agent to Sell My Home?
The market is hot, eager buyers are purchasing homes faster than they can be listed, so do you even need a listing agent to help sell your home? While you may be tempted to believe that going it alone ...
- 23 Mar, 2022
Authority Magazine’s Jason Hartman Sits Down with Our CEO and Founder, Steve Johnston on Getting Top Dollar for Your Home
Wondering what eager buyers are looking for and what elements of your home might inspire a bidding war? Steve Johnston was recently interviewed by [Jason Hartman](https://medium.com/@jasonhartmanoffi ...
- 15 Mar, 2022
Does Your Dog Like It? Pet-Friendly Homes are The Ultimate Buyer Ask, Here’s Why
From the start of the pandemic, our furry counterparts have taken up even more room in our hearts and homes. In fact, according to [The Atlantic](https://www.theatlantic.com/magazine/archive/2021/09/w ...
- 04 Mar, 2022
Top 4 Home Features Millennials Look for That Baby Boomers Often Overlook
When it comes to selling a home, understanding your buyer and what home features they are willing to pay top dollar for is key. So, who exactly is accounting for the largest demographic of buyers? Mil ...
- 02 Mar, 2022
IDEAL AGENT Wins 2022 AdSphereTM Award Honoring Top Advertisers and Brands!
IDEAL AGENT has been named the winner of the Best of Home & Garden in the Lead Generation Classification by the 2022 AdSphere™ Awards. These awards honor the top advertisers and brands in the direct-t ...
- 21 Feb, 2022
"How IDEAL AGENT Came to Innovate the World of Real Estate" Read Our Newest Feature in the Tampa Bay Times
"There’s no denying that when you think about the largest decisions a person makes during their lifetime, buying and selling a home have a way of sneaking up right towards the top of that list. In fac ...
- 14 Feb, 2022
What’s Your Home’s IQ? Smart Home Features Every Homeowner Should Consider
In 2022 homeowners certainly have options when it comes to smart home devices and enhancements and many of them wouldn’t have it any other way. Walking into someone’s home and hearing them say “Hey, G ...
- 17 Jan, 2022
How to Stage a Bathroom in 3 Easy Steps
Looking to make a big impact on potential buyers? You may have a stunning living room, impeccable kitchen but if your bathrooms are not up to par, you may lose out on the best offer. Ironing out the n ...
- 07 Jan, 2022
GoBankingRates Featured Our CEO & Founder in Recent Housing Market Article Titled “Experts Predict What the Housing Market Will Look Like in 2022”
Wondering what the 2022 housing market will look like? Here's what the experts are saying, “Out-of-luck homebuyers who had hoped housing prices would finally drop in 2022 will be only partially satisf ...
- 20 Dec, 2021
Money Magazine Featured our CEO, Steve Johnston, in a Recent Article Covering the Unique Home Seller Demands of 2021
There’s no denying that 2021 was a great year for home sellers, but it was also a year that saw some incredibly unique home seller demands. Our CEO and founder, Steve Johnston, was interviewed for the ...
- 07 Dec, 2021
Wondering How to Throw an Awesome New Year’s Eve Party at Home? We’ve Got You Covered
Although we are big fans of the classic red and green aesthetic of a traditional Christmas party, nothing beats the glitz and glam of a New Year’s Eve event! Whether you are having a small get-togethe ...
- 30 Nov, 2021
What is a Home Mortgage and How Do You Get the Best Rate?
Are you a first-time homebuyer asking yourself, “what is a home mortgage?” You’ve come to the right place! Let’s start with the basics, according to [Consumer Financial Protection Bureau](https://www. ...
- 19 Oct, 2021
What to Expect When Selling Your Home with IDEAL AGENT®
Have you been giving some thought to selling your home? Wondering what to expect when selling your home with the help of IDEAL AGENT®? Before we share a few of our inspi ...
- 15 Oct, 2021
Are You Thinking of Selling Your Home in The Winter Months?
It’s official, we’ve entered Fall, and alongside the nostalgia of fuzzy socks and hot cocoa by a fire, many of you are thinking of selling your home in the winter months. While it's true that homeowne ...
- 14 Oct, 2021
Home Staging Tips: How to Decorate a House with Plants
So, you are getting ready to sell your home and wondering how you can make your space more inviting to buyers. Learning to decorate a house with plants might be just the ticket! Everything from simple ...
- 05 Oct, 2021
"Big News for Home Sellers" writes Business In Tampa CEO Jake Kurtz in Their Newest Article Featuring Our Partnership with Incenter
Business In Tampa recently featured our partnership with Incenter in their newest article titled, “[Tampa’s IDEAL AGENT Collaborating with Incenter to Serve Home Sellers.](https://businessintampa.com/ ...
- 04 Oct, 2021
IDEAL AGENT® Places 2nd in Prestigious University of South Florida’s “Fast 56” Award
IDEAL AGENT® Places 2nd in Prestigious University of South Florida’s “Fast 56” Award. The distinguished award recognizes the top USF Alumni owned or led businesses. USF ...
- 04 Oct, 2021
IDEAL AGENT® Featured in The Tampa Bay Business Journal's "21 STARTUPS TO WATCH IN 2021"
The Tampa Bay Business Journal added a recent technology article featuring IDEAL AGENT® titled, “[21 STARTUPS TO WATCH IN 2021](https://www.bizjournals.com/tampabay/news ...
- 04 Oct, 2021
BusinessWire Featured our Exciting Partnership with Incenter LLC in a Recent Press Release
Hot off the press! BusinessWire featured our partnership with Incenter LLC in a new press release titled “[IDEAL AGENT and Incenter LLC to Create a Next-Generation, Holistic Model for Serving Home Sel ...
- 04 Oct, 2021
Forbes featured our CEO and Founder Steve Johnston as one of “The Next 1000 2021.”
Forbes featured our CEO and Founder Steve Johnston as one of “The Next 1000 2021.” They wrote “After watching his mother own and opera ...
- 04 Oct, 2021
The Tampa Bay Business Journal & Tampa Bay Inno recently featured IDEAL AGENT®’s CEO and Founder Steve Johnston
Lauren Coffey of the [Tampa Bay Business Journal & Tampa Bay Inno](https://www.bizjournals.com/tampabay/inno/stories/news/2021/02/22/local-startups-land-on-forbes-inaugural-1000-to-w.html?utm_source=s ...
- 04 Oct, 2021
New Corporate Office, New Feature in The Tampa Bay Business Journal
Ashley Gurbal Kritzer, a real estate editor at The Tampa Bay Business Journal, featured our newest move in her article “[Tech companies sign office leases in Tampa](https://www.bizjournals.com/tampaba ...
- 04 Oct, 2021
The Tampa Bay Business Journal Reported on Our Recent Funding Deal
The Tampa Bay Business Journal reported on our exciting funding deal in the ...
- 24 Sep, 2021
Thinking of Selling Your Home? Connect with Your IDEAL AGENT® Today!
If you’ve been thinking of selling your home, you certainly aren’t alone. We’ve worked with thousands of sellers from all over the United States and connected them with their **[IDEAL AGENT®](https:// ...
- 24 Sep, 2021
What's the Benefit of Real Estate Photography? Find Out Here
If we could say this louder, we would, the answer is a resounding, YES! Professional real estate photography has quickly become an essential element of a successful home sale. Let’s face it, in 2021 m ...
- 24 Sep, 2021
Breaking Down Millennial Home Buying Trends
Did you know that millennials make up the largest percentage of current homebuyers? According to Finance of America Mortgage and recent data from the [National Association of Realtors]( ...
- 24 Sep, 2021
Real Estate Photography Checklist | Get Your Home Ready to Sell
You’ve got the professionals scheduled to take photos of your home, but what exactly should you do before they arrive? From staging your bedroom to overall tidying up, we thought we’d handpick some of ...
- 23 Sep, 2021
5 Things to Consider Before Selling Your Home | Don't Jump the Gun
Are you ready to roll up your sleeves and start the home selling process? Before you can hammer down that yard sign there are a few key considerations to wrinkle out. ...
- 23 Sep, 2021
What is a Comparative Market Analysis Report?
You may have heard the term comparative market analysis report, or even the acronym CMA when discussing the early stages of selling a home, but what exactly is it and how do you get your hands on one? ...
- 23 Sep, 2021
Have You Been Thinking “Should I Sell My Home?”
If the answer to that question is yes, you aren’t alone, and most importantly, you’ve come to the right place! Many of us have been through it before, and can say with absolute certainty that there co ...
- 23 Sep, 2021
They’re Sold! How We Help our Clients Sell Their Home in a Seller’s Market
Mark our words, the history books will read that selling a home during the tail end of 2021 was one of the best decisions eager home sellers ever made. In a seller’s market, such as what we are in now ...
- 23 Sep, 2021
Considering a Renovation Before Selling? Find the Best Presale Renovations Here
So, you’ve decided that it’s time to sell, you finally feel ready, and the momentum is growing. That can be a very exciting feeling but before you get ahead of yourself, it may be time to consider if ...
- 23 Sep, 2021
IDEAL AGENT®, Recent Home Sales, & The Reviews that Say it All
Let’s face it, in the digital age, rave reviews are the gold standard for engaging with a company or brand. This includes everything from online purchases, [selling a home](https://idealagent.com/sign ...
- 23 Sep, 2021
Understanding the Basics of a Home Appraisal
Let’s face it, whether you are a seller, a buyer, or the owner of a home, understanding the home appraisal process is necessary to determine the ultimate value of that property. Similarly, it’s import ...