Summer Trees

Summer Trees Port Orange Homes for Sale 

Nestled between mature oak trees in Port Orange you will find a neighborhood called Summer Trees. This neighborhood is one of a kind in this area. Many trees line the streets and provide shade and a great atmosphere for families. There are newer and older homes available in this community for purchase. Newer homes were mostly custom built and developed by different contractors. This is a wonderful neighborhood with lots of kids in the newer section. There is also a retiree section with a 55+ community only designated area. This part of the neighborhood is a little older, but provides a great environment for retirees. If your're interested in buying or renting a home in this amazing subdivision click the link below! 

Summer Trees

For help buying or selling your home, call 

The Mark Card Team 

386-566-8091

Bust the Myths!

Home Care Myths

We hear so many thing about how to take of your home and what is best for your home, but Realtor.com® shared the top myths that are a waste of your time and money.

• Stone counter-tops are indestructible --- In reality, they scratch and stain easy, and regular household cleaners can dull the stone surface over time.

• Your smoke detector's test button is foolproof --- The test button does not actually tell you if the smoke sensor works. To test it, light a match then blow it out near the detector to test if it detects the smoke.

• Gutter guards are maintenance-free --- Gutter guards keep leaves out, but can still collect small debris. So, it's best to clean them out either annually or every 2 years.

• A lemon is great way to clean the disposal --- A lemon's acid can corrode the metal of your disposal; the best natural cleaner is baking soda, which cleans the blades without damage.

• Mow your lawn short and you'll mow less --- Your grass really needs 1 to 3 inches above the roots for a lush lawn, and removing more will leave your grass too weak.

• CFLs cost too much, and are dangerous --- Compact fluorescent lights (CFLs) aren't as expensive as thought and don't cause any harm, but last an average of 5 years.

• Trendy kitchen re-do will increase my home's value --- Trends come and go, so try repainting with trendy colors before remolding. And remodel with timeless elements. 

Little Home Helpers

Help Your Home Value

Increasing the value of your home before putting it on the market is important, and your budget shouldn’t hold you back. Here are a few, simple tips to improve the look and feel of your home fast—all for under $400:

1. Low-maintenance lawn care: Overgrown lawns and bushes will cause your home to stand out—in a bad way. For a few hundred dollars, hire a landscaping service to tidy up. Adding plants and trees native to your region will also help boost the home’s curb appeal.

2. Deep house cleaning: Make sure your home says “clean” to potential buyers when they walk in the door. Even if you clean your home regularly, hire a cleaning service for a thorough top-to-bottom scrubbing.

3. Make your home feel bigger: You can’t change the square-footage of your home, but you can make each room in your house feel larger. A sunny room feels more open—replace heavy drapes with vertical blinds or shutters. Also, clear the clutter. Add shelving or storage space to help organize.

4. Replace and update: Dated wallpaper, old lighting fixtures, popcorn ceilings and broken features, such as ceiling fans, could turn many buyers away. Making these changes will add dollar signs to the value of your home instantly.

5. Add money-saving efficiencies: Updates to make your home more energy-efficient are a big bonus for buyers because it will save them money in the long term. Many utility companies provide free energy audits so they can show you how to maximize the energy efficiency of your home. Installing a water filtration system is an inexpensive addition that will also lower the buyer’s grocery bills—no more bottled water. 

New Year: No Clutter!

De-Cluttering for the New Year

De-cluttering when selling your home is always a good idea, but removing clutter in general is always a good idea in your home. The new year is an opportunity for a clean start and removing the clutter in your home can help. Whether you are selling your home or just trying to get a clutter-free home, here are some helpful tips:

• Designate a specific spot for incoming papers. A certain spot to put them before you are able to file them.
• Start with one "no-clutter" area. This is a spot where nothing can be placed that is not in use and  everything must be put away. Once you've got that it can expand to more places.
• Pick up five items and find specific locations for them. These are things you actually use, but don't have a good spot yet.
• Pull everything out of the draws. Separate the contents into three piles: belongs in the draw, belongs elsewhere, and ditch. 
• Create a "maybe" box. When organizing, put items that you don't know what to do with, but you aren't finished yet in here. Go through this box every 6 months to re-evaluate the items. 
• Keep it going: after decluttering, don't get tempted to go buy new things. For this create 30-day list with the things you do not need, but want to buy. Check after 30-days, and if you still want it, then buy it. 

New School Year!

The Mark Card Team wishes all the students, faculty, staff & parents a great year! 

School starts back in Volusia County on August 14th

Strive to Make the 2017-2018 School Year your Best Yet!

Hard Rock in Daytona

Daytona Beach Hard Rock 

Daytona has been known for many things that have drawn in thousands of visitors annually. Hard Rock International is excited to bring their product to our area, and make it more known for music and meetings. They recently announced it is scheduled to open later this year.

This will be their fourth hotel in Florida. It is on a beachfront property, and will include 200 rooms and 20,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor meeting space. This will be in the location of the former Desert Inn. 

Also included is new amenities, including a Rock spa, a Body Rock workout facility, kids club, and a beachfront pool. Additionally, they are introducing the “The Sound of Your Stay” music amenity program, which allows guests to set a mood with complimentary vinyl player and records or Fender guitars

Rendering by Hard Rock International

We are excited to continue to see our area grow. Our team wants to help our area develop. And if you are interested in being apart of this growth, check out some listings in our area. Contact us at (386)566-8091 for more information on these.