Dawn Fernandes- ProAgent at REAL Broker, LLC

08/20/2026

Ground Floor, Corner Unit! 🏡

This 1BR/1BA condo is tucked into a laid-back, well-maintained 55+ community with large rooms, plenty of storage, and a private screened-in patio.

Two pools, including one heated for year-round use. Pets are welcome and rentals are permitted.

10 mins to St. Pete Beach & Pass-a-Grille. 12 mins to Downtown St. Pete — without the hefty price tag.

Take a look! 👇

This 825 square feet Condo home has 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom. It is located at 3574 41ST AVENUE S #149, Saint Petersburg, FL.

08/20/2026

Yes! Work within your budget. The small things make such a difference..

🏡🔨 Small upgrades can make a big difference.

From fresh paint and updated lighting to new hardware and a little curb appeal, simple projects can give your home a refresh without breaking the bank. Learn more: https://lookforther.realtor/save-money-add-value/add-value-to-your-home/13-small-and-affordable-home-upgrades-for-big-impact/

08/20/2026

Having an ADU on your property is a great idea. It allows you to have aging family members close by, or perhaps an office space or a great rental investment opportunity..

The City of Tampa is making it easier for residents to build accessory dwelling units on their property for affordable housing. https://www.wfla.com/news/hillsborough-county/tampa-opens-the-door-for-in-law-suites-across-neighborhoods/

07/10/2026

Attention Florida Homebuyers: ⚠️

if you're waiting to save up a down payment, stop. The state might just give you one.👀

Healthcare workers, teachers, first responders, childcare workers, court employees, and servicemembers/veterans could get up to $35,000 toward their first home — at 0% interest, no monthly payment.

The Florida Hometown Heroes Program reopens July 13, 2026 with $50 million in funding, first come first served. Last round ran out in less than 6 months.

Eligibility is based on your employer, not just your title — swipe through to see the full breakdown.

Contact me and I'll connect you with my preferred lender to find out if you qualify before launch day. 🏡

06/29/2026

A little reminder...
You're not just buying a house. You're choosing where your life happens.

06/17/2026

This came up recently with a client, so I thought I would share here. This applies to any foreign nationals selling real estate here in the U.S.
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06/16/2026

School is out, but the city of St. Petersburg is still thinking about the youth. The St. Pete Parks and Recreation Department has begun its annual Summer Food

06/13/2026

This is a true story and is shared with permission. Please read, especially if you have aging parents...

An 86-year-old Tampa Bay homeowner signed a contract he thought was inspection paperwork. It wasn't.

It cost his family approximately $80,000.

By the time his daughter called me — it was already too late. The contract was signed. I legally couldn't help them.

This is how equity stripping works. These companies target homeowners under financial pressure — insurance problems, mortgage struggles, aging parents — and they show up with urgency and paperwork before anyone thinks to call a realtor or have a second set of eyes review anything.

If you are helping an aging parent navigate selling their home, please reach out before anyone shows up at the door. Before anything is signed. I'll tell you exactly what the home is worth and make sure your family walks away with every dollar they deserve.

That conversation is always free.
The full story is on my website under the blogs.

https://localtampabayrealtordawn.com/

06/03/2026

You've heard about Florida's property tax proposal. But do you know what it actually means if you own a home here — or want to?
Read my breakdown in my latest blog post
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https://localtampabayrealtordawn.com/

05/22/2026

This is super fascinating. Ive seen videos of another 3D printed home and its amazing. I do think we will start to see more of these, especially in Florida as the cost savings are significantly lower than traditional builds and they complete much faster and are hurricane rated. Technology can be quite amazing...

Palm Beach Gardens unveils its first 3D-printed home, completed by three operators and one robot. The project not only meets strict building codes but also demonstrates significant cost and labor savings.