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Treasure Coast Real Estate Although many homes had new roofs installed in 2004 This was more than obvious if you saw aerial photos of the
Report after the hurricanes, those replaced with composite shingles Bahamas after Hurricane Dorian. About the only thing left
are nearing the end of their design life and showing signs of
standing were the buildings with metal roofs.
wear. Homeowners that had a metal roof installed are having If you presently have a composite shingle roof, replacing
Hurricane Season And Rain Prompts few issues, as the design life is 50 to 70 years. it with clay or cement tile will likely require reinforcing your
Homeowners To Examine Roofs Homes built during the ’90s with clay or concrete tile roofs roof structure to handle the extra weight. If you replace it with
are now at the end of their design life. Although the clay or composite shingle or metal, you should be fine. The same holds
By Jim Weix concrete tiles may look fine, it is the underlayment that has true if you are replacing a concrete or clay tile roof.
The housing market reached the end of its design life. It is this underlayment that Another option, if you want the look of a cement or barrel
seems to be recovering helps keep water out. tile roof, but the durability and long life of metal, is a metal
nicely after the pandemic Replacing a roof, and what material to use, is often a roof that is the shape and color of barrel tile. This will be more
shutdown. A low inventory combination of personal taste and cost. There is no right or expensive than a flat metal roof.
of existing homes, and a wrong answer. Will the material that you use make a difference in your home
strong buyer market, seems Composite shingles are normally the least expensive and value? Probably not. However, a roof that needs replacing will
to have prevented any major clay barrel tile is the most expensive. A metal roof is slightly almost certainly lower your home value and make it harder to
sales price reductions. more than composite shingles and considerably less than either sell.
However, we are seeing concrete or clay tile. Jim Weix is a broker associate with The Keyes Company. Jim
more and more roof issues From a purely practical aspect, a metal roof is likely the best has 24 years of experience selling real estate full time. If you
when buyers have a home choice. The cost, design life and durability are far greater than have questions or want the services of an experienced expert,
inspection. any other material. you can reach Jim at (772) 341-2941 or jimweix@jimweix.com.
EstatE planninG

Passing On Family Heirlooms member and that it is hard to divide items with sentimental Avoiding the issue won’t make your family history go
value in a way considered fair to all parties. away. Different expectations are normal and taking the time
By Carrie Lavargna Don’t be hurt if a family member doesn’t want to maintain to understand viewpoints and trying to be fair may minimize
When making out your your collections. China, silverware, crystal, figurines, antique later disagreements. Put your decisions in writing as a
estate plan, the greatest furniture and keepsakes may not have the same meaning to step towards maintaining harmony and continuing family
legacy to leave is positive the younger generation. traditions and history.
relationships with children, Talking about possessions may be even more difficult than This column is an overview of the subject matter and is
siblings, relatives and talking about financial assets. Choose a relaxed time to talk, not intended as legal advice. Carrie Lavargna is a board
friends. Thoughtful planning be open-minded, and stay focused to avoid unrelated topics. certified real estate attorney practicing law in Stuart with
helps avoid conflict. Often Allow thinking time. Lavargna Law, PLLC. She is recognized as an accredited
overlooked in an estate plan With second marriages, children of one spouse may estate planner by the National Council of Estate Planners.
is a statement describing feel strongly that possessions from their parent be given Carrie focuses her practice on real estate and wills, trusts
who gets your personal directly to them. The surviving spouse may be unaware and probate matters.
possessions – family items of the sentimental value of certain items and oblige the
with significant sentimental request amicably.
value; Dad’s golf clubs or tools, Mom’s jewelry, heirloom
furniture, stamp or coin collections or simply a favorite
teapot. It is not about the objects themselves, but the ElEctions
meanings and feelings that the objects represent.
Your will may provide for specific bequests or refer to
a written statement regarding the disposition of personal
possessions. Florida law recognizes a separate writing if Vote By Mail! • Florida is a no excuse state. Voters do not need a
it is referred to in the will, signed by the will maker and reason to request a vote by mail ballot
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You may want to take time to discuss the issue with voters are choosing to vote by mail. As voters continue provide the best possible customer service to the voters
your family in order to reduce later conflict. Recognize to embrace voting by mail, Election Day turnout at the of Martin County. If there is anything my staff or I can
that personal items have different meaning for each family polling precincts will continue to decline. do to assist you, please let us know.
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Bryce R Buchanan
Financial Advisor
edwardjones.com
2900 S W Town Center Member SIPC
Way
Palm City, FL 34990
IRT-1948H-A 772-463-7189 Bryce Buchanan
Bryce R Buchanan
Financial Advisor
Financial Advisor
2900 SW Town Center Way
edwardjones.com
Palm City, FL 34990
Jamie L Chapogas, 2900 S W Town Center Member SIPC
AAMS® Way 772-463-7189
www.edwardjones.com
Financial Advisor Palm City, FL 34990
IRT-1948H-A
Member SIPC
772-463-7189
. 2900 S W Town Center Way
FAP-1966C-A Palm City, FL 34990
www.edwardjones.com
772-463-7189
Member SIPC