Christy Reuter Real Estate

09/03/2026

How to Compare Mortgage Options Like a Pro
Shopping for a mortgage can be difficult, since lenders present the numbers in so many different ways, and it's easy to focus on whichever number stands out first. Knowing what to actually compare is what helps you save money.
Know That the Interest Rate Isn't the Whole Story
The interest rate quoted...

Shopping for a mortgage means comparing more than the interest rate. Here's what buyers should check before picking the right lender and loan for their needs.

09/02/2026

New Price! Take a look at the new price for 313 S Atlantic Avenue, Daytona Beach.

OFFICIAL LISTING website. 313 S Atlantic Avenue, Unit 3100, Daytona Beach, FL 32118, 343 square foot, 1 bathrooms, asking price of $107,900, MLS ID 1225543

08/31/2026

New Price! Take a look at the new price for 219 S Atlantic Avenue, Daytona Beach.

OFFICIAL LISTING website. 219 S Atlantic Avenue, Unit 403, Daytona Beach, FL 32118, 322 square foot, 1 bathrooms, asking price of $97,000, MLS ID 1228226

08/21/2026

Late-Summer Home Projects That Can Lower Energy Use This Fall
August may still feel like summer, but it's the perfect time to start preparing for the coming months. The work that you do before the cold settles in permanently can seriously lower your heating bills and keep you comfortable for years to come. Some of these jobs take only an afternoon to complete,...

Simple late-summer home projects can help lower your energy costs this fall, from sealing air leaks to scheduling an HVAC tune-up before the cold weather sets in.

08/20/2026

Can This Home Adapt to Your Future Needs?
When visiting a property, it's important to think beyond the upgrades and ask yourself if this floor plan will still suit your needs five, 10, even 20 years from now. Needs change with age, or when multigenerational families come together, or even if a loved one finds that stairs are just too much to...

Before you buy or sell, take a closer look at how well a home can adjust to changing needs, from mobility and growing families to flexible, adaptable living spaces.

08/15/2026

What to Repair Before Listing Your House
Making a home ready to be listed for sale isn't always a matter of large-scale improvements. It is, more often than not, a matter of a few key repairs that will make all the difference, while a handful of less important fixes will wait. Here's how to determine which is which.
Begin With What Turns Off...

Before listing, a few repairs can help you attract more buyers, get them to pay your asking price, and save you the headache of last-minute negotiations.

08/14/2026

Just Listed! Do not miss this new listing at 935 S Atlantic Avenue, Daytona Beach.

OFFICIAL LISTING website. 935 S Atlantic Avenue, Unit 112, Daytona Beach, FL 32118, 634 square foot, 1 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, asking price of $155,000, MLS ID 1229655

08/14/2026

Could Your Retirement Account Own a Piece of Daytona Beach? 🌊📈

Here's an investment opportunity that caught my attention—not just because it's oceanfront, but because of the investment strategy behind it.

📍 313 S Atlantic Avenue #3100, Daytona Beach
💰 $109,000
🏖️ Oceanfront condotel
🛏️ Studio | 1 Bath | 343 Sq. Ft.
📋 MLS #1225543

This fully furnished property offers:

✔ Short-term rental potential
✔ Oceanfront resort amenities
✔ Pool, whirlpool bath & fitness center
✔ Furnished and ready for rental operations
✔ Potential income from vacation rentals
✔ A lower-cost entry point into coastal real estate

But here's the part I really want investors to know about:

💡 A property like this may potentially be purchased through a Self-Directed IRA.

Instead of limiting your retirement investments to traditional securities, an SDIRA can allow you to invest in certain alternative assets—including qualifying real estate.

The concept is pretty fascinating:

Your retirement funds → Your SDIRA → Real estate → Potential rental income & appreciation

There are important IRS rules and restrictions, including prohibitions on personal use, so this isn't something to do without professional guidance.

But if you've been curious about using retirement funds to invest in real estate, this is a great opportunity to start the conversation.

Want to see the property or learn more about the SDIRA strategy?

📞 Christy Reuter | 386-451-0666
🌐 ChristyReuter.com

Investment results are not guaranteed. Consult your tax, legal and financial professionals regarding your individual situation.

08/14/2026

Ways to Make Small Bathrooms Feel Larger
Small bathrooms tend to feel restrictive, but there's no need to break the bank to fix that. A few simple tweaks to lighting, color, and storage can make a real difference in how big a bathroom feels, and none of it requires a major renovation.
Let Light In (And Out!)
Bathrooms that are underlit tend...

Bounded by a small space? Add some layered lighting, a larger mirror, and smarter storage to make your bathroom feel almost twice as big without a full renovation.

08/13/2026

What Buyers Should Know About Property Boundaries
You might assume the fence marks the edge of your property. In many cases, it doesn't, and that gap between what you see and what the survey shows is where boundary disputes start. Before you fall in love with a lot size or a mature tree line, it's worth understanding what actually sets the edge of a...

Property lines aren't always where you think they are. Here's what buyers should check before closing so a boundary question never turns into a costly surprise.