Real Estate Citrus County/Ridge Area Home Sales January-May 2026 Real Estate sales continue to be sluggish…plenty on the market…not many lookers…   Single family home sales: Black Diamond Pending/sold 2026: https://portal.onehome.com/en-US/share/1018854u40493 Black Diamond on the market: https://portal.onehome.com/en-US/share/1018855d38059 Pine Ridge Pending/sold 2026: https://portal.onehome.com/en-US/share/1018856L46829 Pine Ridge for Sale:  https://portal.onehome.com/en-US/share/1018857y15406 Citrus Hills (Gated) sold 2026:  https://portal.onehome.com/en-US/share/1018860o60270 Citrus Hills (gated ) on the market:  https://portal.onehome.com/en-US/share/1018858O22519
Hurricane Prep Hurricane Prep Citrus County 2026 Emergency officials suggest starting early by taking inventory of what you have and what you need for the coming season. Households should have at least seven days’ worth of food and water per family member, including pets. You should also keep at least 30 days of prescription medication on hand.    A lot of this […]
TO DO What’s new in Citrus County “To Do”    In this week’s blog, I feature  events in Inverness: 352 Talent Night,”   Zen Wood’s Golf Club ( invites a different kind of golf experience) and Whispering Pines Park now offers a new walking trail that also encourages book reading for children… read as you walk (the park is free). There is a special […]
Uncategorized April 2026 Citrus County Restaurant Update In the last month, we have visited several restaurants and visited a new one for us.    We celebrated Art‘s birthday at Lecanto Texas Roadhouse. He had his favorite “roadkill” and I had a special salad with chicken. Consistently good food.  Call ahead “online”.  We had dinner at Carabba‘s in Brooksville. Find this trip a […]
Uncategorized SPRING 2026 Citrus County real estate update Black Diamond founder Betty Olsen:   LATEST REAL ESTATE UPDATE : Black Diamond for sale (25): https://portal.onehome.com/en-US/share/1017925J22236 sold last 180 days (7): https://portal.onehome.com/en-US/share/1017924A34090 Pine  Ridge for sale (17) : https://portal.onehome.com/en-US/share/1017928p45645 sold last 180 days (34): https://portal.onehome.com/en-US/share/1017930n43322 Citrus Hills (Gated) for sale (10): https://portal.onehome.com/en-US/share/1017926B63165 sold last 180 days (6) :  https://portal.onehome.com/en-US/share/1017927q00107
Real Estate Starter Home Vs Forever Home The Strategic Choice: Starter Home vs. Forever Home from  Guest Blogger Bonnie Deciding between a starter home and a forever home involves balancing your immediate financial capacity with your long-term lifestyle aspirations. A starter home serves as a budget-friendly entry point into property ownership, whereas a forever home is a larger, more permanent residence designed […]
Home Maintenance CLOSING YOUR FL HOME FOR THE SUMMER CLOSING YOUR FL HOME FOR THE SUMMER • Clean out your refrigerator • Run water in all faucets for 10 minutes to flush system, then put olive oil (about one capful) i n trap t o seal i n moisture • Turn off the water • Unplug the hot water heater/Turn off the breaker • […]
Restaurants March Citrus County Restaurant Update  In the last month, we visited quite a few restaurants, including returning to Crystal River Three Musketeers and Katch 22. A newer Citrus County restaurant (Crystal River) Three Muskateers offers a gourmet menu with many different entrees.  I had the delish veal ribs chops (a lot of food) Art and I split the yummy fennel […]
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Home Maintenance Updating Your Home Thinking about remodeling? Before you swing a hammer or swipe that credit card, you may want to hear what the pros are saying right now about what truly pays off. 10 Top Remodeling Projects to Prioritize According to the 2025 Remodeling Impact Report, conducted by the National Association of REALTORS® and the National Association of […]
TO DO What To Do Citrus County Spring 2026 Looking for some events in Citrus County in the next few months?  (Strawberry Festival, bike ride, St. Patrick’s Day events, fishing contest, county fair…) Click on the name of the event for a link to more info. Floral City Strawberry Festival March 7 and 8 Celebrate local producers with fresh and delicious strawberry shortcakes and […]
Restaurants February Restaurant Update Citrus County We returned to several restaurants this last month,  and had very good experiences at Texas Roadhouse, Stumpknockers on  the River , Bangkok Thai, and Culver’s. We tried one new place for us… Five Guys. For lunch: Five Guys (Lecanto)  We tried the patty melt and little cheeseburger.   Their French fries  are excellent.   The […]
Uncategorized How Citrus County Homeowners Can Finance Major Repairs and Save Smart From guest blogger  Bonnie…   How Citrus County Homeowners Can Finance Major Repairs and Save Smart For homeowners in Citrus County, especially recent buyers and sellers trying to keep a deal on track, major repairs can show up at the worst possible time. Roof replacement costs, foundation repair expenses, and water damage repair challenges rarely […]
Who to Call Who to Call Citrus County  In this week’s blog I repeat the “WHO TO CALL” list that I have developed over the course of several  years (after receiving recommendations from people for different  service companies/ personnel). I also include a Century 21 “Preferred Vendor” list (includes different services).  But I’m really excited about is the Path Rescue Missions’  “hire out”  help […]
Restaurants Citrus County Restaurant Update January 2026  Although we did not have a many dinner visits to restaurants in the last month, we did finally got to the newer restaurant: Three Musketeers in Crystal River. Three Musketeers:  The menu is very unique and  changes often.   Gourmet for sure!  We started out with octopus. I didn’t care for the presentation. They brought […]
Real Estate Renovate? or Relocate? Guest blogger Bonnie:Relocating to be near family is one of those life moves that mixes excitement with a touch of apprehension. You picture Sunday dinners, spontaneous coffee runs, maybe even a little free childcare—but also the need for privacy, autonomy, and self-direction. Striking the right balance between closeness and independence isn’t about distance—it’s about design. […]
Real Estate New Year’s Resolution: Take Care of Your Home A Good New’s Resolution: Take care of your home…  If you’re a homeowner who plans to stay put and enjoy it …2026 is the perfect year to treat your house like a long-term investment.  Professional guidance from home inspectors, builders and real estate agents says spring and summer tasks should focus on preparing for warmer […]
Restaurants Restaurants Citrus County Early Winter 2026 My first restaurant blog for 2026.  We returned to a couple of places we had not been to in years. We certainly enjoy the variety we have to choose from now in Citrus County. You just can’t beat the fresh seafood at Seafood Seller in Crystal River. Our party of 10 enjoyed red snapper, Mahi […]
Restaurants Citrus County Fall Restaurant Update Time for monthly restaurant update.  We had some good meals out. We have a lot more choices these days … Crackers Crystal River: We wanted to see how  they were coming along after the hurricane damage.  Still working in repairs.  Food is good and reasonable priced. Scallops and fish are good with lots of sides […]
Real Estate Moving Closer to Family Without Losing Yourself: Finding Connection, Space, and Growth Image via Freepik From guest blogger Bonnie:   Moving Closer to Family Without Losing Yourself: Finding Connection, Space, and Growth Relocating to be near family is one of those life moves that mixes excitement with a touch of apprehension. You picture Sunday dinners, spontaneous coffee runs, maybe even a little free childcare—but also the need […]
Real Estate Easy Fixes to Boost a Home’s Curb Appeal Small, affordable updates, like fresh paint, tidy gardens and lighting, can instantly improve a home’s first impression and strengthen its resale value. (based on article Source: RISMedia (09/11/25) Catarevas, Michael © Copyright 2025 Smithbucklin)  First impressions can shape whether buyers even walk through the front door. Buyers often decide whether to tour a home based on its exterior. Common curb appeal […]