Melinda Leake's Blog

Posted on 07/10/2022

Succulent arrangements make excellent natural decorative pieces. You can grow and maintain them inside and out and use almost anything as a container, making them extremely versatile and an easy way to enjoy the beauty of live plants. While you can purchase many succulent combinations pre-made, sometimes it’s more fun (and more affordable) to make them yourself. Here...

Home Decor

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Posted on 06/26/2022

How to Prepare for a Tornado

With wind speeds of over 300 miles per hour, a tornado can be devastating. Luckily, meteorologists can predict them accurately enough to give you time to get to safety. Before a tornado comes, however, it's important to be prepared. Here are some tips for being tornado-ready: Know Where to Go Under ground is the safest place to go...

Home Safety

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Posted on 06/19/2022

Seller Tips: How to Prepare for Home Inspections

Preparing your home for sale is a complicated process. Home inspections are a key part of that process, and many buyers and sellers aren't sure what to expect. As a seller, it can be your best chance to negotiate pricing and terms with your potential buyer as well as identify any major issues that could be deal-breakers. Here's...

Posted on 06/12/2022

Home fire escape planning: The basics

House fires can happen at any time, no matter how careful you are with fire prevention. Having a home fire escape plan offers peace of mind and a way to make sure your household can get out of your home safely. Knowing how to create one of these plans should be part of your fire safety and prevention...

Emergency Planning

Emergency Preparedness

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Posted on 06/05/2022

Here's What You Need to Know About Moving With Plants

If you love your plants and want to take them with you when you move, there are some ways to make the journey safer and easier. You can even take samples from an outdoor garden to plant in your new yard. However, there are some important things to consider when moving with plants. Here’s what you should know:...

Houseplants

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Posted on 05/29/2022

Soilless Gardening: How to Grow a Philodendron in Water

Growing plants in water is a fun and convenient way of bringing nature indoors. Many popular houseplants and herbs can sprout and live in water with the right nutrients. Heartleaf philodendrons are especially successful growing this way. Here is a basic guide for growing a philodendron in water: What You'll Need A clear vessel - Commonly used items...

Houseplants

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Posted on 06/09/2022

3705 Bal Harbor Boulevard, Punta Gorda, FL 33950 has an Open House on Saturday, June 11, 2022 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM

NEW BUILD, AVAILABLE FOR IMMEDIATE OCCUPANCYT IN PGI!! STUNNING 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 3 car garage on St. Andrews Golf Course. You will be mesmerized by the beautiful open floor plan and wide-open fairway views. Your new home features a fabulous kitchen with 42" cabinets, crown molding, recessed lighting, gas cooktop, all stainless appliances: ZLine 36 inch range and electric convection oven, 36 inch range hood with 4 speed fan control, Whirlpool 28.4 cu ft. refrigerator, Whirlpool tall tub dishwasher with 3 racks, Microwave Drawer, granite counters and tons of cabinets. Plus, you'll enjoy an outdoor kitchen with plenty of lounging...

Posted on 06/09/2022

3705 Bal Harbor Boulevard, Punta Gorda, FL 33950 has an Open House on Friday, June 10, 2022 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM

NEW BUILD, AVAILABLE FOR IMMEDIATE OCCUPANCYT IN PGI!! STUNNING 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 3 car garage on St. Andrews Golf Course. You will be mesmerized by the beautiful open floor plan and wide-open fairway views. Your new home features a fabulous kitchen with 42" cabinets, crown molding, recessed lighting, gas cooktop, all stainless appliances: ZLine 36 inch range and electric convection oven, 36 inch range hood with 4 speed fan control, Whirlpool 28.4 cu ft. refrigerator, Whirlpool tall tub dishwasher with 3 racks, Microwave Drawer, granite counters and tons of cabinets. Plus, you'll enjoy an outdoor kitchen with plenty of lounging...

Posted on 06/16/2022

Another Property Sold - 240 W End Drive #422, Punta Gorda, FL 33950

TURNKEY FURNISHED 3/2 in Magdelena Gardens with an attached one car garage to welcome you home! This beauty is light and bright and offers 1,553 sq ft with an open concept, split floor plan. The Acorn chairlift, located just inside the garage entry, will conveniently bring you and your luggage or groceries up the stairs to the single level living area. The kitchen has stainless appliances and is open to the dining and living area with plenty of granite counter space for entertaining. Bedrooms, laundry room and closets are generously sized with plenty of storage whether you're making this your year-around home or vacation get-away. This...

Posted on 06/15/2022

Another Property Sold - 240 W End Drive 422, Punta Gorda, FL 33950

TURNKEY FURNISHED 3/2 in Magdelena Gardens with an attached one car garage to welcome you home! This beauty is light and bright and offers 1,553 sq ft with an open concept, split floor plan. The Acorn chairlift, located just inside the garage entry, will conveniently bring you and your luggage or groceries up the stairs to the single level living area. The kitchen has stainless appliances and is open to the dining and living area with plenty of granite counter space for entertaining. Bedrooms, laundry room and closets are generously sized with plenty of storage whether you're making this your year-around home or vacation get-away. This...

Posted on 06/08/2022

Another Property Sold - 4324 Bellasol Circle #3121, Fort Myers, FL 33916

One of a kind home in the highly desirable gated Bellasol community! This TURNKEY 2nd story 3 bed 2 bath home w/ 1 car garage is meticulously cared for. Beautiful stained glass window at the top of the steps. Each bedroom large enough for king sized beds! Bedroom 2 has pocket door access to the bathroom to give it a master bath feel! Newer tiled master shower w/ finished edges, built in bench, niche, 2 corner glass shelves and a frameless glass door. Newer double bowl vanities w/ storage and a 4 drawer cabinet. Cathedral ceiling in the master, bedroom 2 and main living area. Newer gray kitchen cabinets w/dovetail drawers and soft closing...

Posted on 05/30/2022

3705 Bal Harbor Boulevard, Punta Gorda, FL 33950 is now new to the market!

NEW CONSTRUCTION, AVAILABLE FOR IMMEDIATE OCCUPANCYT IN PGI!! STUNNING 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 3 car garage on St. Andrews Golf Course. You will be mesmerized by the beautiful open floor plan and wide-open fairway views. Your new home features a fabulous kitchen with 42" cabinets, crown molding, recessed lighting, gas cooktop, all stainless appliances: ZLine 36 inch range and electric convection oven, 36 inch range hood with 4 speed fan control, Whirlpool 28.4 cu ft. refrigerator, Whirlpool tall tub dishwasher with 3 racks, Microwave Drawer, granite counters and tons of cabinets. Plus, you'll enjoy an outdoor kitchen with plenty of...