Dianne Drinkwater, Berkshire Hathaway Homeservices Florida Network RealtyPhone:
Email: [email protected]
Email: [email protected]
Becoming a first-time homeowner is challenging yet rewarding. You made it through the realtors, negotiations and paperwork, and now you can finally call the space you’ve been working hard for your own.
As you transform your new house into a home, knowing the right steps to solidify your stay is essential for a great time in your new place.
Settling into your home first before starting major home renovations gives you time to determine which repairs are a priority.
It also gives you time to find great deals on contractors and materials to start your project. Spending too much money on knee-jerk renovations can take away from home repairs needing to be done sooner.
After purchasing your home, budget finances for additional costs of living. Keeping track of these expenses helps you to budget finances in preparation of these additional expenses.
These include property taxes, utilities, repair costs and more. If you took out a mortgage loan, your loan provider may require you to purchase homeowners insurance. It’s an extra monthly expense, but it serves to protect your personal property.
An occasional dose of a good DIY project is fun and encourages creativity. However, some projects are best left to the professionals.
For example, if you notice a leak under your kitchen sink, wrapping the pipes with tape may seem like a good solution to resolve the problem. However, this fix is temporary and may result in additional issues down the road. Getting professional help can solve the problem fast and prevent additional damages.
After you settle into your new home, it’s important to take a moment to breathe. Figuring out your budget and choosing your projects carefully, you’ll avoid some of the most common issues new homeowners face.
Dianne is a full time, full service, state licensed Realtor®, member of Northeast Florida Regional Association of Realtors® (NEFAR), St. Augustine/ St.Johns County Board of Realtors, National Association of Realtors® (NAR), Florida Association of Realtors® (FAR), and Northeast Florida Regional Multiple Listing Service And St. Augustine/St. Johns (MLS), Shearwater Certified, and Military on the Move Designation.
She provides a unique blend of leadership, sales acumen, project management, technology, and world class customer relation skills to enhance Watson Realty Corporation's values in the real estate sales and mortgage marketplace. She is a decisive take action solution-oriented professional with 25+ years of progressive business experience who efficiently utilizes technology to improve results. She has lived in the St. Augustine/Jacksonville area since 2005 and has seen the area continue to flourish and stays well informed of future growth plans within Northeast Florida.
Let's take a look at the lighter side of Dianne. She loves life is artistic loves music, the arts, yoga and genealogy! She loves to explore and hates to be bored. She loves the outdoors, especially plant life and wildlife. She has been a Master Gardener in Florida and Maine; as a photography enthusiast she has the eye to spot the perfect shot, which spills over to the photos she makes of the properties she markets AND frequently hires the best specialized real estate photographers/drone and videographers who make the difference in the sale. And, she loves to share her knowledge of the local real estate market and all aspects of the process to guide you through each step as a coach rather than a salesperson.
So, let's sum it up. Buying or selling your home is an important life decision. Reasons can vary greatly from change of lifestyle, to relocation or life challenges. You need someone you can trust, count on, respect and help shoulder the stress, anxiety and time commitment involved. Doesn't this sound like someone you want working for you?
So, what's the next step? Contacting Dianne of course. It is all about YOUR needs, goals, timeline and DREAMS! She's here to help you achieve them and she looks forward to hearing from you.
What are you looking for in a Realtor? - Someone who will really listen to your wants and needs? Someone who will expertly market your home until the SOLD sign adorns your front lawn or if you are a buyer tirelessly researches your wish list to find that perfect home? - How about someone who will always be honest, holds ethics in high regard as a realtor, who works aggressively to get you the best price for your home and someone who knows the market?
Selling or buying a home is a partnership with your trusted advisor- Dianne Drinkwater