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Refinance – What Does it Mean?

Refinance – What Does it Mean?

We hear the word “refinance” often in the real estate world, but what in the world does it mean to refinance your mortgage? Let’s break it down. When you start the process for purchasing a home, you usually acquire a mortgage, unless you are paying cash. To acquire the mortgage, you contact a mortgage broker […]

10 Reasons to Move To St. Augustine

10 Reasons to Move To St. Augustine

You’re considering a move, but don’t know where to go. Your options are open before you and you’re ready to make the plunge…but where? St. Augustine is a great option for anyone! But, let’s be honest, you’re not just going to up and move here just because some blog post said it’s the best. Besides […]

3 Steps to Get Your Dream Home

3 Steps to Get Your Dream Home

Let’s be honest – finding a home is easy, but finding your dream home…not so much. With all the houses on the market today, it can be overwhelming trying to find the best house within your budget. What if finding your dream home could be easier? Three simple steps to make sure you find the […]

The Final Walkthrough

The Final Walkthrough

You’ve survived the negotiations, the inspection and now you’re ready to close on your new home! Before you sign on the dotted line, go on a final walkthrough with your realtor. When purchasing a home, the seller is required to keep the house in the same condition you agreed to buy it in, and the […]

Our History

Our History

Our story began back in the 1800s with Eugene L. Barnes & Son. Eugene L. Barnes was the great-grandfather of Roy O. Barnes, Jr., owner and broker of St. Augustine Realty. Eugene and his son, Otis Barnes, ran their real estate and insurance agency in an office where the Casa Monica Resort & Spa stands […]