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A home is not a home because of its room dimensions or the color of the walls. It is about how you feel when you walk through the front door. And the way you can instantly envision your life unfolding there. This is about more than real estate. It is about your life and your dreams.

Keller Williams Realty takes a different approach to real estate, one that is built on personal touches, win-win deals and positive results. Gate Arty utilizes the latest technologies, market research and business strategies to exceed your expectations. More importantly, we listen and that means we find solutions that are tailored to you.

Thanks for starting your real estate search with us. This website is full of information for you whether you are looking to buy or sell.

Buyer Resources - the best real estate tips in the industry

> Lakeland Local Information
> Eight steps to buying your home
> Deciding how much house you can afford
> Eight important questions to ask your agent
> Creating your home wishlist
> Location, Location, Location
> Opting for new home construction
> Mortgage Calculator
> Past Client Testimonials
> Property Search Options

Seller Resources - these are must read tips

> Eight steps to selling your home
> 10 Questions to Ask Your Realtor about Selling a House
> How to price to sell and still make a profit
> Practicing good seller's etiquette
> Understanding the buyer
> Increasing your home's appeal
> Mortgage Calculator

Lakeland Real Estate News
Get the latest Lakeland Market Updates and community information on our Lakeland Real Estate Blog

Tax issues when selling your home

Don’t Let the IRS “tax man” take you by surprise!

When selling real estate, there are a number of factors to consider that have significant tax implications. How long did you own the property? Was it your primary residence? Was it an investment property? How can I defer my taxes?

These are all factors that contribute to the way income on your real estate investment is taxed. Gate Arty & the Group can assist you in structuring your transaction in such a way to obtain maximum tax benefit, and in some cases, a tax shelter.

If you would like to research on your own, here are a few links to get you started:

>Tax Tips when selling a home

>IRS Publication 523, Selling Your Home

Find Your Dream Home

Our comprehensive real estate database is updated daily, and supported by an incredible team of real estate agents who are ready to help you buy or sell on your terms. We have assembled a collection of some of the most innovative tools on the Internet for you to use when selecting your next property.

Virtual Tours of Lakeland

See everything that Lakeland has to offer! Gate Arty & the Group are proud to offer exclusive virtual tours of Lakeland's finest points of interest. See Neighborhoods, Schools, Parks, Landmarks first hand through this incredible virtual tour. For your convenience, we have broken them up into different categories.

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