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Karena Caputo - Realtor

Expert in Home Buying, Selling & Investments in the Tampa Bay Area
Former Marine Officer & 17-Year Spouse

10/28/2026

I know this St. Pete home could use some cosmetic updates. But before you start mentally remodeling the kitchen, let’s talk about a few things that have ALREADY been done.

We’re talking about a roof replaced in 2025 and an A/C system replaced in 2023!

And if you’ve owned a home in Florida, you know those are two pretty important things to consider.

Sure, you might want to change the cabinets, flooring, or paint colors. But there’s a big difference between updating a home to fit your style and having to replace major systems.

Plus, you’re getting 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, a garage, and a spacious backyard.

📍 4310 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. St S, St. Petersburg
💰 $339,000

This one deserves a second look!

Want to see it in person? Send me a message and let’s schedule a showing.

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10/24/2026

Happy Homecoming 2026! 🪩💃

10/23/2026

What’s one home improvement project you thought would be easy until you actually started it? 😂

Two years ago, I went through a pretty big renovation on my own house, and let me tell you, there’s a BIG difference between watching home renovation shows and actually living through one!

You start out thinking, “Oh, we’ll just update a few things,” and suddenly you’re making 500 decisions about things you didn’t even know existed. 😂

I love how everything turned out, but renovations definitely come with a few surprises along the way!

Now I’m curious, what’s one home improvement project that turned into WAY more work than you expected?

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10/20/2026

Want to live in downtown Tampa without giving up the space to actually enjoy being home?

This condo at The Towers of Channelside might be exactly what you’re looking for.

You’re right between Water Street and Sparkman Wharf, with restaurants, entertainment, and the Tampa Riverwalk practically at your doorstep.

But here’s what makes this one stand out…

A HUGE private terrace where you can actually sit outside and entertain.

Two bedrooms, each with its own bathroom.

An updated kitchen, hardwood floors, and plenty of storage.

And here’s a combination you don’t see every day in downtown Tampa… TWO assigned parking spaces AND an air-conditioned storage unit! If you’ve spent much time downtown, you know how valuable those extras can be. 😂

Plus, you’ve got access to a resort-style pool, spa, fitness center, and private dog park.

📍 449 S 12th St #605, Tampa, FL
💰 $804,900
🛏 2 Bedrooms | 🛁 2.5 Bathrooms

Downtown living with room to spread out a little. Not a bad combination!

Want to take a look? Send me a message and let’s schedule a showing.

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10/19/2026

The last people who toured this Seminole home had a few complaints…

They didn’t like that there’s a spacious fenced backyard to take care of.

They weren’t sold on having three bedrooms when they only needed two.

And the opportunity to put their own personal touches on the home definitely wasn’t for them.

Which is GREAT news… because if those are exactly the things you’ve been looking for, they left this one for you!

Not every home is for every buyer. Sometimes the reason one buyer walks away is the exact reason another one says, “Where do I sign?”

📍 8871 93rd St N, Seminole, FL
💰 $260,000

Want to see if their “no” could be your “YES”? Send me a message and let’s go see it!

10/16/2026

A little before and after of our fireplace makeover!

We had our fireplace redone a couple of months ago, and I’m still so happy with how it turned out!

Now I’m just waiting for Florida to get the memo that it’s October so we can actually enjoy a fire without turning the A/C down to 60 degrees. 😂

There’s just something about making changes to your home that make you love it even more.

Now, if we could just get a little fireplace weather around here…

Anyone else ready for some cooler temperatures, or are you hanging on to summer? 🍂

10/15/2026

Still searching for homes on Zillow? 🏡

I want to introduce you to another option you might not know about: Cribio, a home search tool connected to Stellar MLS!

And there are some pretty cool features that make it worth trying.

🏡 Search the way YOU want. You can search in your preferred language or use talk-to-text to describe exactly what you’re looking for.

🏡 More up-to-date listings. Cribio says its listing information refreshes every 2.5 minutes, so you’re not waiting around for changes to show up.

🏡 Mortgage calculator built right in. See estimated payments while you’re looking at a home instead of jumping between websites.

🏡 Save your favorites. Create an account and keep track of the homes that catch your eye.

🏡 Search without the usual lead-generation experience. You can explore homes through my link and reach out to me directly when you’re ready.

I’ve even tried searching for properties in Colorado, and I was impressed with how specific the results were!

Right now, Cribio is available on desktop, with an app expected in the future.

Want to give it a try?

Click on the link in my bio:
https://www.stellarmls.com/homes-for-sale/lithia-fl?referrer=261565497

It will start you in Lithia, but you can search other areas from there. Or send me a message and I’ll send you a link specific to your county!

You might just find your next home a little easier. 😊

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10/14/2026

When you’re buying a home, you’re not just choosing four walls and a roof. You’re choosing where you’ll spend your weekends, where you’ll grab dinner, and what you’ll have nearby when you want to get out of the house.

And that’s something worth thinking about with this St. Pete home.

You’re near Lake Maggiore Park, within reach of everything happening in downtown St. Pete, and a drive away from the Gulf beaches.

The home itself offers 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, a garage, a spacious backyard, and the opportunity to make it your own over time.

Is it completely updated? No. But paint colors, cabinets, and finishes can change. The location? That’s something you choose from the beginning.

📍 4310 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. St S, St. Petersburg
💰 $339,000

If you’ve been wanting to get into the St. Pete market and don’t mind putting your own touches on a home, this one deserves a look!

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10/13/2026

The perfect house probably doesn’t exist.

I’ve seen buyers pass on really good homes because of paint colors, flooring, light fixtures, or a kitchen they would eventually want to update.

There’s a big difference between a non-negotiable and something you simply don’t love.

Location, budget, number of bedrooms, commute, lot size—those can be pretty important.

Paint? We can change it.
Ugly light fixture? Definitely change it.
Not your favorite flooring? Also fixable.

Know what you’re willing to compromise on and what you absolutely aren’t. Sometimes a really good house is hiding behind a few things you’d change anyway.

What’s one thing you absolutely WON’T compromise on in a house?

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10/09/2026

My job isn’t to talk you into buying a house. It’s to help you make a good decision.

So yes, I might tell you the house is overpriced.

I might tell you that inspection issue is something we need to take seriously or that the thing you’re panicking about really isn’t that big of a deal.

I might tell you not to waive something important just because you’re afraid of losing the house.

And sometimes I’ll tell you, “I think we can find something better.”

You don’t need a Realtor who agrees with everything you say. You need someone who’s willing to be honest with you, even when it isn’t necessarily what you want to hear.

That’s the kind of Realtor I try to be.

If you’re thinking about buying a home in Tampa Bay, I’d love to help you find the right one, and I’ll always give you my honest opinion along the way.

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