Alex Sifakis of JWB Real Estate Capital and Jacksonville Home Inspection Expert Wally Conway

June 11, 2019 | Around Town

Today Wally sat down with Alexander Sifakis from JWB Real Estate Capital. JWB Real Estate Companies offer turnkey investment opportunities to generate passive income for clients, property management services for owners and clients, build-to-rent investment properties and affordable housing throughout Jacksonville.Founded in 2006, JWB boasts a flawless record of repaying its investors throughout its history. JWB has received recognition from Inc Magazine, the Jacksonville Business Journal, Florida Trend Magazine, NEFBA and Fortune Magazine. To learn more, visit jwbrealestatecapital.comHome & Garden TV with Wally Conway brings viewers first-rate insight, advice and tips on home improvement, inside and out. Each episode, longtime home and commercial building inspector Wally Conway welcomes experts on everything from cabinets and carpets to patios and pools.Wally has been a featured expert on HGTV’s House Detectives, as well as host of DIY Network’s Finders Fixers. Locally, he hosts The Home and Garden Radio Show on WOKV—the highest-rated radio … Continued

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MARDI GRAS VIP APPRECIATION PARTY

February 15, 2019 | Around Town

You’re invited!…The Jacksonville Beach Mardi Gras Pub Crawl is kicking off at 4pm on Saturday March 2nd, 2019. Nearly a dozen of the hottest locations in Jacksonville Beach are participating; including Lynch’s Irish Pub, Tavern on 1st Street, Surfer the Bar, The Wreck Tiki Bar and more! VIP Realtor Appreciation PartyWe know how hard you work every day to help your clients and make them happy, which is why we’re throwing a VIP Realtor Appreciation Party at Jacksonville Mardi Gras! Come celebrate and join other realtors in the community for a night of fun..The first 100 realtors get their first Mardi Gras drink for FREE… just show your business card! Oh, and did we mention that your ticket is FREE, too?…Click here to Redeem Tickets. Use the promo code “HOMEPROVIP” before checking out to receive up to 4 FREE tickets to our party, where we’ll also have former Jacksonville Jaguar Donovin Darius make a celebrity appearance. Stay after the … Continued

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Featured Inspector: Larry Newland

November 23, 2018 | Around Town

How the heck does a Certified Master Inspector who grew up in South Florida wanting to be a rock star end up as an offshore power boat racer hanging out with Oprah? Larry Newland is a Certified Master Inspector, loves being a home inspector, and works almost exclusively by referral as a Certified Master Inspector….but that was NOT the man’s original plan! Just like many young guys growing up in the 1950’s our featured HomePro Inspections certified master inspector, Larry, wanted to be a Rock and Roll Star! By the age of 13 with guitar in hand he started the rock and roll band “The Coachmen”. The Coachmen played together for more than a dozen years in venues all around South Florida.

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Say ‘THANK YOU’ with Oktoberfest Jacksonville!

October 1, 2018 | Around Town

What’s the easiest way for you to say ‘Thank You’ to your favorite friends, customers, builders and affiliates in Jacksonville? Invite them to attend Oktoberfest Jacksonville for FREE on Friday Oct 12th!It came to me in a vision. The answer to the marketing question that has perplexed real estate professionals since The Flintstones bought their first home in Bedrock… How could you bring the best and brightest builders, Realtors and affiliates together with 10,000 potential home-buyers in a single venue for a live business development event? The vision became clear — the answer was beer!Research reveals an interesting intersection between the early development of beer and the evolution of the modern real estate agent. In ancient Mesopotamia, clay tablets indicate that brewing was a well-respected occupation and that the majority of brewers were women. A coincidence?… I think not!Oktoberfest Jacksonville is being presented by Anheuser-Busch and Client Focused Media — the people who … Continued

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Is Vinyl Siding Right for your Jacksonville Home?

August 31, 2018 | Around Town

Through tempestuous weather and extreme four-season cycles, today’s vinyl siding is living up to both the style and durability demands of discerning builders, remodelers, architects, homeowners and multifamily developers. Manufacturing advancements allow the market’s innovative producers to artistically recreate looks of genuine weathered cedar, reclaimed brick and deeply-faceted stone. Contact HomePro Inspections to schedule a quality inspection in the Jacksonville area. Vinyl Siding Options One manufacturer, Foundry Siding by The Tapco Group, offers a line of Shakes, Shingles and Shapes along with various stone siding profiles and colors in its expanding Stone Collection. While their authenticity to the “real thing” rings true, these premium vinyl panels surpass natural counterparts with an optimal blend of affordability and stout performance – top level Class 1(A) fire resistance, 170 mph wind load rating, 60-plus pounds per inch of &;impact resistance and limited lifetime warranty. “The Foundry has great looks and I like the … Continued

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Jacksonville Boomers Downsize Homes, but Up-Size the Amenities!

August 17, 2018 | Around Town

Jacksonville say goodbye to the McMansion. According to a leading real estate website, Trulia.com, 2010 was officially the year that homes over 3,200 square feet ended their dominance and appeal. But don’t think that downsizing means downgrading. In fact, homeowners are looking to upsize their amenities to help them enjoy every inch of their homes. And, while many different generations are following this trend, Boomers are a unique group, looking to enjoy their smaller nest now that the kids have flown the coop – yet ensure that their homes are filled with the many amenities they’ll require for their golden years. HomePro Inspections provides home inspections to the Jacksonville area. Anything But Basic Baths While they may purchase a smaller floor plan, mature adults are looking for ways to turn ordinary rooms into extraordinarily indulgent experiences. In the bath, that means the ultimate spa experience – from elaborate showers to … Continued

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Great Fresh Food Sources!

August 14, 2016 | Around Town

It’s awesome to know that you have been enjoying the recipes I’ve been sharing with you through the years. It’s especially rewarding to hear that so many of you have experimented with foods you would never have considered before reading about how delicious they are, and how simple it is to prepare them. Some of you have even shared that your newfound fresh and funky food passion has resulted in a more healthy and vibrant life! The most common question we get about the recipes is if we REALLY eat them, or if it’s just a story. The story is we really prepare them at home, eat them, and enjoy them. Often on the boat! A consistent question is, “Where do you find your awesome ingredients?”  To answer that, we’ll share with you some of our favorite sites to find great groceries.  An awesome place to get a fast glance … Continued

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