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The temperatures are still creeping up the thermometer as the sun continues to shine bright in southern Florida! Therefore, summer festivals and special events continue throughout this month, August and September. Whether you’re looking for some fresh produce from a street market, some free live entertainment under the stars or some indoor educational fun, there is something for everyone in the Fort Lauderdale and Miami areas!

From now until Oct. 24, head to Aventura Mall in Miami every Saturday and Sunday for the annual Famer’s Market. Hours are from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. on Saturdays and 12 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Sundays. Spend time conversing with your neighbors, family or friends and leave with fresh flowers, vegetables, fruits and other assortments of baked goods and prepared foods! With long hours like these, there’s no excuse for you not to enjoy organic, fresh foods! [...more...]

There are so many great reasons to buy your own home. Are you ready? Wondering how to get the best deal and how to make the most informed decision? Maybe it’s time to consider Buy Owner!

As the nation’s leading for-sale-by-owner marketing company, Buy Owner showcases for-sale properties nationwide. Buy Owner sellers are great to work with, as they’re looking to cut commissions/costs just as much as you are, in order for everyone to get the best deal.

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Just because July 4th weekend came and went does not mean summer is coming to a close! In the Tampa area, summer continues to sizzle long after the fireworks displays. Numerous festivals, concerts and baseball games await you for the duration of July and August, so grab those planners and begin marking these events into your weekend plans!

Every Wednesday night form 8 p.m. to 10 p.m., gather up your female friends and head to Ladies Night at Mugs ‘n Jugs Restaurant and Bar in Clearwater! During this time, as a female, you can enjoy free drinks! This includes draft beers, well drinks and wine. Men can also score $.99 domestic drafts. It’s a great way to break up the week while meeting others in the area for an affordable price!

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When some people hear Florida, they immediately think Disney World, Universal Studios, Animal Kingdom, etc. However, locals in the Orlando and Jacksonville areas can enjoy an abundance of festivals and concerts geared toward those living in the areas. Whether you’re new to Orlando or Jacksonville, or you’re just looking for some new means of entertainment, this list of summer events is for you.

From July 19 to July 24, lug your fishing equipment to Sisters Creek Park for the annual Greater Jacksonville Kingfish Tournament! The first two days provide strictly tournament competition. If you’d like to enter the competition, register now before it fills up! After that, people of all ages can enjoy a junior tournament, food, live entertainment, exhibitors, boat shows and unique merchandise for sale. As the five-day festival concludes on the 24th, enjoy a fireworks display over the water.

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Summertime is when Chicagoans can finally escape the walls of their homes, old or new, and enjoy time in between skyscrapers, on beaches, at festivals and under the sunshine! Every neighborhood in Chicago hosts a multitude of outdoor festivals, not to mention all the events going on in the suburbs of Chicago. This list is a tiny portion of some of the most renowned festivals happenings this time of year. Head outside and enjoy the warm weather while it lasts!

From July 9 to July 11, head to 4626 N. Knox Ave. in North Park for the 25th Irish American Heritage Festival!

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As part of a special feature at the Buy Owner Blog, we’ll be highlighting cities throughout the nation, profiling their attractions and conveniences, as well as pointing out some currently for-sale homes in the area!

Today’s City: Boca Raton, FL

There is something for everyone in prestigious Boca Raton! [more...]

As part of a special feature at the Buy Owner Blog, we’ll be highlighting cities throughout the nation, profiling their attractions and conveniences, as well as pointing out some currently for-sale homes in the area!

Today’s City: Deltona, FL

Thinking of buying a home in Deltona? Located in the heart of southwestern Volusia County, Deltona is a principle city in Florida’s Fun Coast. [...more...]

As part of a special feature at the Buy Owner Blog, we’ll be highlighting cities throughout the nation, profiling their attractions and conveniences, as well as pointing out some currently for-sale homes in the area! Today’s featured city: Bradenton, FL! Located along U.S. 41 between Tampa and Sarasota, Bradenton is a beautiful Florida community loaded [...]

Do you ever visit an online search engine and immediately become flustered by all the homes for sale? It can be overwhelming, especially now, with so many homes available and few sales. In order to help your search become calmer and organized, you need a search engine that is easy to browse and quick to give you what you want.

That is what BuyOwner.com strives to provide you with. By clicking “Homes For Sale” from the tabs across the top of the homepage, you can search for specifics that will eliminate any type of house that doesn’t interest you. Your price range is obviously key, so you must type in the minimum and maximum amount you’re willing to pay. [...more...]

or, before you buy a house: beware!

Buying your first home is an exciting time. You’ve saved money, you’ve decided where you want to live and you’re ready to take the plunge into a big commitment that will give you rewards for years to come!

But buying your first home is also a scary time, filled with new experiences and unknowns. To help take some of the guess work out of the equation, welcome to a post filled with information new home owners wish they’d known!

If you’re planning to buy a home in the near future, pay attention! [...more...]