Emily's Top 3 Jacksonville Faves

Sharing my Top 3 Happy Hour Spots with you!

1. Family Friendly: European Street- On a beautiful day there is nothing better than sitting outside enjoying the weather, a cold beer, + a delicious sandwich (looking at you international club). Happy hour starts at 2, and is all day on the weekends, with 2-for-1 beers. What makes it family friendly? The giant candy selection inside that we bribe our children with (hey, it works!). There are four locations to choose from, but you will most likely find us in Riverside on the patio!

2. Date Night: Grape + Grain- Whether you prefer a cocktail or a mocktail, they make the best! My husband and I try to sneak in a day date every now and then while the kids are at school (this is a no judgement zone, ok- sitters are expensive!) and G+G has a spectacular HH menu. $6 cocktails, $6 wines, and $1 off draft beer Sunday-Thursday from 2pm-7pm! They also double as a package store with craft beers, delicious wines, and a large selection of liquor so you can continue date night at home.

3. Shopping Break: The Marlin Bar- This new(ish) restaurant connected to Tommy Bahama is the perfect place to pop in when you need to refuel while shopping. Happy Hour is every day from 3-6 and includes $6 wines, $6 cocktails, $8 martinis, and $5 beer. Highly recommend enjoying HH with an ahi tuna poke bowl.

Cheers!

MaryAnne's Top 5 Trending Paint Colors

If you follow me on instagram (@rodriguexrenovationsjax), you know that I love a project! I’m constantly looking for ways to change and improve a space, and a few coats of paint can make a HUGE difference! Check out my top 5 trending paint colors.

1. Sherwin Williams Romance: The perfect adult pink- it offers a calming and sweet look for any room. It’s the perfect touch of feminine without looking like your teenage bedroom.

   Ideal for a small office, under the stair bathroom, or of course, a nursery!

2. Behr Back to Nature: The sweetest green that brings peace and the outside into the indoors. The muted tone makes just enough of a statement without being overwhelming to any room.

   Ideal for a pop of color on the front door or in a kitchen against white cabinetry!

3. PPG Chinese Porcelain: This bold and rich blue brings the perfect blend of tradition and modern into one. It is a regal, classic, and timeless color that you won't get tired of seeing!

   Ideal for a bedroom accent wall or a kitchen nook!

4. Sherwin Williams Acier: The perfect griege, as it is modern but warm and can tie in any other colors with it perfectly. Great color for wanting to add dimension to a room and pairs perfectly with white trim.

   Ideal for kitchen cabinetry and family rooms!

5. Glidden Aria: This fresh white has a subtle gray undertone and pairs beautifully with wooden furniture. It will brighten up any space and act as a blank canvas for an art gallery wall.

   Ideal for any living space, a bright kitchen, or a tall entry way!

If you’re looking for a paint color to brighten a space or have your own favorites, let me know!

How to Sell Your House During Covid-19

At Root, we want to help you sell your house during Covid-19 with your safety as our top priority. We want to assure you that you can still find a Realtor, sell your house, and #StayHome by following local and state guidelines. We’re confident in our Root process and have made innovative adaptations with the assistance of technology to give you a seamless transaction!

How To Sell A House During Quarantine

If you’re relocating for a job, want to downsize, or simply need more space for the kids now at home, the team at Root can help you sell your home. Here is how Root Realty will prioritize your health and your goals:

• Schedule a virtual Listing Appointment. Connect with one of the agents at Root to talk about selling your home! It’s important to find a REALTOR® who will sell your house and understand the ins and outs of the process. At Root Realty, our average is only 31 days on market, while the average Realtor in NE Florida averages over 70 days! You can connect with our team through a FaceTime call, Zoom meeting, Google Hangout, or phone call to discuss the best practice to sell your house. You will have the opportunity to ask questions, see the neighborhood comparisons, and more! Not only will you gain a new friend in the process, but you’ll better understand the steps you need to take to make your house market ready.

• Make any necessary adjustments. Your Root agent can help you understand what will add value to your house, before it hits the Multiple Listing Service. With extra time at home, your agent can give you advice as to the projects that will help sell your home quickly.

• Photo time! Our Preferred Partner, Residential Photography Solutions, is offering amazing packages for professional photos of your home. This will make our house stand out on MLS! He is also offering Virtual Home Tours, so you can provide buyers with an inside look at your home, while you both can shelter in place!

• Marketing begins! As your house hits the Multiple Listing Service, our team will focus on digital marketing to sell your house quickly. Your house will be posted on all of our social profiles to over 15,000 local followers! Additionally, our team will collaborate ways to market your home to buyers they are currently working with or anyone they know who may be interested within their network.

• Host Showings. Your health and safety are the top priorities of Root Realty and the Northeast Florida Association of Realtors. We are only encouraging in-person showings to those who are interested in making an offer on your home. As buyers become increasingly interested, your Root agent will coordinate with you to ensure you are comfortable with showings. You can go outside for your daily walk, while we ask agents to follow our #SafeForYourHome guidelines. If you’re interested in how we’re encouraging buyers to follow safety precautions, check out this post. We’ve created guidelines to help you reduce contact and exposure with anyone who enters your home. We are also allowing Virtual Open Houses, so people can call into a video chat for a tour and reduce contact in your home.

• Accept an offer. Your Root agent will help you handle your offer(s). She will present you with the offer(s) that have come in for your home, and you can discuss which option works best for you and/or your family. Then, everything from this point forward can be done digitally! You can connect via email, phone, text, or Zoom to discuss the process with your agent. Once you accept an offer, our incredible Transaction Coordinator, Beckie Hyatt from Transaction Medics, LLC, will make sure every element is in place for a stress-free closing!

• Allow inspections and appraisal. Each of our Preferred Partners, BW Home Inspections, Biltrite Home Inspections, and Southern Brothers Home Inspections, as well as appraisers we work with are certified with Covid-19 Safety Guidelines. They will wear masks, gloves, follow social distancing protocols, and are asking that no one attend inspections unless absolutely necessary. After completing the inspection, they will thoroughly sanitize your home.

• Complete a Final Walkthrough and Close Virtually! Our amazing Preferred Partners J. Riley Law, PLC. are offering Drive-Up Closings, so you can stay in your own vehicle but sign your documents! There are also options for mail away closings and digital notaries. Talk to your agent about the option that you’re most comfortable with!

How to Buy A House During Covid-19

Are you wondering how to buy a house during Covid-19? We know these can be scary times, but as always, Root Realty is here for you! We want to ensure you can still achieve your real estate goals while following the best practices for safety. We’re using technology and innovative practices to still bring you the incomparable Root experience.

How to Buy a Home During Quarantine

If you’re looking for a bigger home, relocated for a job, or simply want something new, we can help you buy a house during Quarantine! Here are some options on how to buy a home during Covid-19.

• Schedule a virtual buyer consult with one of our Root Agents. It’s important to find a real estate agent that best suits you, and as the Void #1 Best in Jax Boutique Brokerage, we know anyone on our team can help you find your home. We’re connecting with buyers through Zoom chats to get to know one another (foodies, favorite movies, etc.!), talk through your wish list, and to walk Once you through the Root Path to Home Buying. Feel free to ask our agents any questions about their experience and knowledge of the business. Once you’re confident in the Root process, you’ll sign a Buyer/Broker agreement and get to the fun parts!

• Search for Houses to Buy online. Once you’ve decided to work with Root, your agent will start putting together a list from MLS that will compile your wish list with what’s available in the current market. Take virtual tours through listing photos and even tour homes virtually with videos of select listings!

• Narrow your search. If you are loving a property, you and your agent will come up with a plan for you to see the home! First, your agent can give you a FaceTime tour of the home to get a better feel for the location, the closet space, the layout, and all of the fun details, so you can stay safe and #StayHome!

• Schedule a showing safely. Once you are ready to move forward on a property, we’ll schedule a showing of the home. It’s important for your safety and the safety of our team that only necessary personnel attend the showing. Your agent will wear masks, booties when available, and make sure that necessary doors are already open. We would encourage you to do the same! Throughout the showing, we’ll maintain a safe 6 foot distance from one another while still giving you the full experience of picturing yourself in this potential home. We’ve outlined our best practices for Root Buyers!

• Make an offer digitally. Your Root agent will handle all things offer related! She will work directly with the Listing Agent and ensure your offer will be presented properly. Everything from this point forward can be done digitally! You can connect via email, phone, text, or Zoom to discuss the process. Once an offer is accepted, our incredible Transaction Coordinator, Beckie Hyatt, will make sure every element is in place for a stress-free closing!

• Close on your new home! Our amazing Preferred Partners J. Riley Law, PLC. are offering Drive-Up Closings, so you can stay in your own vehicle but sign your documents! There are also options for mail away closings and digital notaries. Talk to your agent about the option that you’re most comfortable with!