Posts made by author 'Alan Hubbard'

A common, recurring question in real estate is, "Should I buy or rent?" But perhaps a better question is, "What is the cost of buying vs renting?"

Unfortunately, there really is no simple answer to the first question. The choice of buying or renting comes down to any number of factors that will be unique to your situation.

Are you looking to truly invest in a property? One that you'll build equity in over time? If you answer yes to those questions, then buying is your best option. Privacy and full control over the home are other strong reasons to buy rather than rent.

Conversely, buying a home is a long-term investment. Maybe you want more freedom to move to different areas of town or downsize when you see fit. And if being responsible for home repairs sounds awful, then renting probably suits yo...

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What once was a relatively obscure trend among small populations has grown into a full-blown lifestyle adopted by celebrities, professional athletes, and regular joes alike. Veganism's rise as a lifestyle choice has, in fact, made it easier for people to go vegan thanks to a great proliferation of vegan-friendly eateries and grocery stores – especially in cities dominated by a younger population, like the collegiate town of Gainesville. From trendy neighborhood spots to unique cultural cafes, here are some of the best vegan-friendly restaurants in Gainesville, FL.

Civilization

Located in a historic Gulf Oil building, Civilization proudly touts its locally sourced ingredients as well as its imp...

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After one too many frustrating days at your current job, you've made up your mind: "I'm going into real estate!" Great! A career in real estate can be immensely rewarding and lucrative if you're willing to put in the time and effort.

However, not everyone is cut out for the work. If that statement has you scratching your head because you've always heard that real estate agents make tons of money for little work, well, consider unfriending whoever told you that. Physical labor it is not, but a career in real estate can be equally as mentally taxing and requires some personality traits not everyone possesses. So, ready to find out if a career in real estate is right for you? Read on!

Interview Yourself

First, ask yourself some questions. Why do I want to get into real estate? What do I want out of my new career? Am I willi...

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The DAYTONA 500 may be stock car racing's Super Bowl, but just like that momentous football game, it only lasts a few hours. Luckily, Daytona is full of awesome things to do, great places to eat, and unique things to see. Here's our guide on the best things to do in Daytona Beach during DAYTONA 500 weekend.

The Race & More

The 2020 NASCAR® season kicks off in earnest this weekend with the 61^st edition of "The Great American Race," the DAYTONA 500. On Sunday, February 16 at 2:30 p.m., the first green flag of the year will drop and dozens of racers will begin their campaign towards a championship. The DAYTONA 500 is more than just a race; it's a full-fledged event with tons of...

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Never let it be said Florida's east coast doesn't know how to celebrate Christmas. That goes double for Space Coast and Treasure Coast. The two coastal regions love the holidays, and you can see how seriously they take it when you visit these Christmas light displays in Space Coast and Treasure Coast.

PSL in Lights

Port St. Lucie's fourth-annual holiday lights contest returns in 2019. Through January 5, residents are encouraged to dress up their home in its finest Christmas decorations and enter the running to be named...

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