Posts by Terry Zelen

Tampa Bay is the perfect location to build your new custom home. With top-notch schools, beautiful beaches, and plenty of notable outdoor activities, the Tampa area has something for everyone. In addition, the Gulf coast destination is home to a variety of cultural events that will keep you entertained year-round. Top-Rated Local Schools The bay…

Are you the life and soul of a party? Someone that loves going out having fun until the early hours of the morning? Then you must move to Tampa! According to tourism groups, Tampa welcomed over 30 million people to the area last year. There are countless reasons why so many people visit here. People…

Custom homes recently surpassed a 20% share when compared to all of the homes on the market. It makes sense because custom homes provide you with the perfect house to call your own. If this is your family’s dream home, there are some tips you should consider to make it the comfortable, beautiful abode that…

South Tampa has the world’s longest, continuous sidewalk. But that’s probably not the reason you decided to make it your home. Maybe it’s the unique look and feel of this historic district. Or did the great restaurants and quaint boutique shops factor into your decision? Chances are your move to South Tampa has a lot more to do with…

Imagine this: you’re standing in your dream home. The ceilings are the perfect height, and the colors bring you happiness. The kitchen has all of the space you could want, and everyone in your household has their own space. Sounds too good to be true. But, it’s not. If you want the home of your…

Tampa is the hottest place to move to in Florida, especially for 30-40 something Millenials. We’re not just saying that; according to a list by Abbie Martin Greenbaum, Tampa is the 4th most popular city among that age set. And while that’s great for the economy, it’s causing a strain on the existing housing market.…

Did you know that over a million privately-owned custom homes were built in 2021? Building a custom home is like a dream come true. Nowhere is this truer than Florida. The best part about designing a custom home is choosing your floor plan. However, this is not a simple task. A floor plan defines the…

If you’re planning to build a home in Florida, it’s imperative that you design it with energy efficiency in mind. Case in point, summer in Florida is defined by extreme temperatures and high humidity levels. This makes for a very expensive air conditioning bill if your home is not optimized for energy efficiency. Plus, it’s difficult and expensive…