Melinda Leake's Blog

Posted on 01/22/2023

Home renovations: A guide to home improvement loans

Home improvements and renovations can be costly....

Posted on 01/15/2023

Designing your dream home interior: How to get started

Designing a custom home interior is an amazing opportunity to stretch your creativity and showcase your personal style. However, it's not always clear where to begin. If you're interested in strategies for designing your own dream home interior, here are some tips to help: Budget wisely Budget should be at the top of your priorities list when planning...

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Posted on 01/08/2023

Simple crafting ideas to try at home

Crafting isn’t only reserved for art classes, it can be...

Posted on 01/01/2023

DIY basics: Equipment & tool rentals

Having a set of tools and equipment to call your own is...

Posted on 12/25/2022

3 VA Loan Benefits You Should Know

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs has helped countless veterans finance their home ownership goals. While you have the choice of a conventional loan offered by other mortgage lenders, there are some significant benefits to VA loans. Here are some of the most important advantages to consider: No Down Payment The most famous benefit of VA loans is...

Posted on 12/18/2022

DIY furniture ideas for bedroom decor

Whether you’re a crafting enthusiast or simply want to save some money on home decor, DIY furniture projects are a great place to start. With so many DIY projects on the table, it can be difficult figuring out if you should start with the coffee table or the DIY wooden bench. Don’t fret. Here are a few DIY...

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Posted on 12/11/2022

The Reality Behind Your Biggest Homebuying Fears

Buying a house can be a source of tremendous stress for many. It’s extremely common to feel overwhelmed and nervous about specific aspects of the process. Luckily, there are some answers to the scariest questions to help ease your mind. Here are some of the biggest homebuying fears and what to do about them: “What if I don’t...

Posted on 12/04/2022

Funding for the unconventional: Loans for manufactured, modular & mobile homes

When purchasing a home, it’s crucial to secure funding before entering into the transaction portion of the buying process. Typically, many homeowners go for a conventional loan, which is standard for most home types. But what about unconventional homes, such as a modular home, mobile home or even manufactured home? Can you get this type of home with...

Posted on 01/09/2023

7421 Cobb Road, Bokeelia, FL 33922 now has a new price of $45,900!

Gorgeous lot ready to build your dream home. Just .07 mi from the marina. Just a few minutes from a new Publix, Pine Island, Matlacha, Fort Myers, Cape Coral or Punta Gorda just down the road. Bokeelia is located in western Lee County. It sits at the northern end of Pine Island and is bordered by water on three sides: Pine Island Sound to the west, Charlotte Harbor to the north, and Matlacha Pass to the...

Posted on 01/09/2023

7421 Cobb Road, Bokeelia, FL 33922 now has a new price of $45,900!

Gorgeous lot ready to build your dream home. Just .07 mi from the marina. Just a few minutes from a new Publix, Pine Island, Matlacha, Fort Myers, Cape Coral or Punta Gorda just down the road. Bokeelia is located in western Lee County. It sits at the northern end of Pine Island and is bordered by water on three sides: Pine Island Sound to the west, Charlotte Harbor to the north, and Matlacha Pass to the...

Posted on 12/21/2022

Another Property Sold - 24731 Rio Villa Lakes Circle, Punta Gorda, FL 33950

FABULOUS Waterfront Lake Views from this exquisite upgraded home in the desirable 55+ Gated Community of Rio Villa Lakes! This spacious home features high ceilings, an open floor plan, fresh feel, skylights, large master bedroom, a split bedroom floor plan, inviting lanai with a spectacular view, impact windows and so much more! Just a flip of a switch on the electric panel and you can operate the home by generator and it's getting a New Roof! The expansive kitchen is open to the dining area, living room and lanai so is perfect for entertaining family and friends or having a baking party for the holidays. Rio Villa Lakes offers a gated...

Posted on 12/21/2022

Another Property Sold - 24731 Rio Villa Lakes Circle, Punta Gorda, FL 33950

FABULOUS Waterfront Lake Views from this exquisite upgraded home in the desirable 55+ Gated Community of Rio Villa Lakes! This spacious home features high ceilings, an open floor plan, fresh feel, skylights, large master bedroom, a split bedroom floor plan, inviting lanai with a spectacular view, impact windows and so much more! Just a flip of a switch on the electric panel and you can operate the home by generator and it's getting a New Roof! The expansive kitchen is open to the dining area, living room and lanai so is perfect for entertaining family and friends or having a baking party for the holidays. Rio Villa Lakes offers a gated...