The Internet has made planning vacations a breeze. But along with the ease of booking travel and accommodation on the web, we've also seen a rise in the incidence of vacation scams.
It's all too easy to be fooled into thinking that a great bargain for a beautiful vacation property you're trying to rent is for real, when in fact, you've been had by scammers who have taken your money and run with it.
Here are 6 tips that can help you avoid vacation rental scams while you're booking your dream vacation.
Press Release: Realtor Natasha McCorley Joins Wagner Realty's El Conquistador Office
BRADENTON, FL February 16, 2021 - Natasha McCorley has recently joined Wagner Realty's El Conquistador Office as a licensed REALTOR. She will be providing residential real estate listing and sales services throughout Manatee County.
Born and raised in Michigan, Natasha moved to Columbus, Ohio and started a remodeling company in 2011, "Top 2 Bottom Home Improvement & Decorating LLC". As the name says, the company provided complete renovation services literally from top to bottom with each project uniquely finished with Natasha's magic touch of professional interior design. Her home remodeling involvement coupled with her passion...

If you want the option to select the finishes in your home or if you prefer a brand-new space, our real estate agents know a new construction home is an excellent option. When purchasing a new construction home, you may be tempted to forgo using a REALTOR®. Here are a few reasons to use a REALTOR® when purchasing a new construction home.
Press Release: Realtor Mary May Joins Wagner Realty's Lakewood Ranch Office
BRADENTON, FL, January 25, 2021 – Mary May has joined Wagner Realty's Lakewood Ranch Office as a licensed REALTOR®. Mary will be providing residential real estate listing and sales services throughout Manatee County.
She is a native of Florida and was raised in Panama City, Florida. Licensed in 1984 as a REALTOR, Mary worked part-time and raised four children. By 2006, she had stepped back from her real estate career to provide care for her family. She eventually settled in Manatee County.
In her spare time, she enjoys traveling, and spending time with her children and grandchildren.
"I was drawn to Wagner Realty because of their community presence,"...

If extreme temperatures are rapidly increasing your home's energy costs, it's time to look for ways to lower your home's energy usage. Our real estate agents recommend homeowners conduct an annual appraisal of their home to find easy ways to lower their energy costs.
Making your home more energy efficient is also beneficial if you plan to add it to the inventory of Bradenton homes for sale; buyers appreciate a well-maintained property that incorporates environmentally-friendly features. Here are some simple tips to help your household lower its energy usage.