Useppa Celebrates Longest Day of the Year with a Summer Solstice Party On Saturday June 21, Useppa Island celebrated, the Summer Solstice, or longest day of the year and the first day of summer, with a cookout and party at the pool. The day featured live music from the jamming band, Stolen Fruit Duo. They rocked out and really jazzed up the day with a great set of 80's and 90's hits. The food was delicious as always and featured a menu of BBQ Ribs and Chicken with all plenty … [Read more...]
The Useppa People: Giving Back to the Community
Giving Back to the Island Community In keeping with the commitment made when we became Realtors, selling and helping to buy Useppa real estate, the time has come to live up to that commitment: to donate 5% of our gross commissions to Useppa Island charities, 501c3's, of which there are two…the Useppa Volunteer Fire Company and the Useppa Island Historical Society. Though we haven’t gotten a real check yet, we have closed two deals in a little more than two weeks and are excited to live up to … [Read more...]
Hurricane Season: Now in the Time to Prepare
Now is the Time to Prepare for Hurricane Season The official Atlantic hurricane season starts June 1 and ends November 30, and while many experts predict the 2014 season to be a tad quieter than normal, it’s always best to be prepared. Hurricanes are massive storm systems that form over the water and move toward land. Threats from hurricanes include high winds, heavy rainfall, storm surge, coastal and inland flooding, rip currents, and tornadoes. With wind speeds of 111 miles per hour or more, … [Read more...]
Useppa Island Featured in the Tarpon Times
Useppa Island Real Estate professionals Brian And Mary McColgan (The Useppa People) featured in a full-page ad in Tarpon Times: … [Read more...]
Looking to buy real estate near the water? Update on Flood Insurance Rates
Useppa Island Real Estate Continues to Watch Flood Insurance Rates. Lloyd's of London and other private insurers have muscled into the market, picking up customers stunned by rate hikes under the National Flood Insurance Program. The emergence of private companies into the market could be a boon for thousands of Floridians who face huge rate increases under the federal program because their homes were built decades ago in low-lying areas. Lloyd's, the venerable London-based institution, began … [Read more...]
Coastal Beauty of 304 Useppa Island Featured in Luxury Home Gallery: DuPont Registry
DuPont Registry is featuring the coastal beauty of 304 Useppa Island in their luxury home gallery. duPont REGISTRY is the intermediary between luxury home sellers and buyers. Our classifieds include luxury homes and real estate, island property, mansions, ranches, estates, waterfront, and mountain property and more. Situated on an attached island appendage to Useppa with 360 degree views and a protected cove with docks and a lift is a home designed in the "old Florida" coastal vernacular, … [Read more...]
304 Useppa Island – The Price of Paradise Just Got Better
The Price of Paradise Just Got Better at 304 Useppa Island One of only 110 homes on Useppa Island, it could be called one of the most romantic location on Florida's Gulf coast. The grand double-door entry is a prelude to the three story “Old FLORIDA” coastal vernacular of nearly 3,300 sq. ft. Dramatic living spaces include lofty ceilings, center island granite kitchen opening to a generous dining room and living room with fireplace. An expansive screened porch features a breathtaking panorama … [Read more...]
CATBOAT RENDEZVOUS ON USEPPA ISLAND
SAILING...SAILING...on Useppa Island Yes. Today was the first day of the bi-annual Catboat Regatta on Useppa Island, hosted by the Useppa Island Yacht Club....where there are no dues...no rules. You just have fun! And, if you have an idea or suggestion, you get to do it!! Four races today, with 28 boats participating from as far away as New Jersey. Only a couple of boats caught too much wind and went topsy-turvy! Captured beautifully by Useppa Island artist Captain Charlie Chapin Tomorrow, … [Read more...]
Flood Insurance Update – Keeping You Informed
This hot topic is changing from moment to moment. Here's an important update for Useppa Island: The bill was expected to come up today -- meaning it would need a two-thirds majority vote to pass. But members coming out of the GOP meeting yesterday morning said they did not think it had enough votes to clear that hurdle. GOP leaders are now refusing to run the bill through committee, and instead, are negotiating directly with the Democrats. Read the article U.S. House releases its own flood … [Read more...]
Bathroom Remodeling Trends
With many Useppa Island Homes reaching middle age -- at 25 years, keeping bathrooms trendy is an important part of an overall plan to keep your home fresh and poised to achieve maximum value at sale. Here is what’s trending in bathroom remodeling today. 7 Bathroom Remodeling Trends What’s trending in bathroom remodels? Houzz recently released its 2014 Winter Bathroom Trends Study showing the top bathroom remodel preferences of more than 7,500 home owners in the U.S. and Canada. The report shows … [Read more...]