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People First Real Estate Florida - John Stivey Broker/Owner

  • Resources
      My Home Didn't Sell! Now What? Property Marketing Plan
  • Neighborhoods
      Belleair-Clearwater - Lake Belleview Florida Suncoast - Clearwater - St. Petersburg Coastal Regions Lovely Dunedin Florida, Right Next Door to Clearwater
  • Listings
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People First Real Estate LLC. [Florida]

People First Real Estate LLC. [Florida]

John Stivey Broker/Owner of People First Real Estate LLC. is a committed professional who can service any type of home or property sale or purchase in Florida or Georgia. Having worked in the real estate industry for decades, John and his Aussie-American team have extensive experience with all facets of the real estate process to help you with your home selling, buying, or property investment needs.
"I understand that the decisions you make in real property ownership and financing may be one of the most important decisions you will make during your lifetime." "I promise to listen to your concerns, guide and keep you informed every step of the way, so you do reach your goals." With John Stivey -- an Australian Born American and tough negotiator, you’re in trusted hands. And my wife, Diane Stivey is a Marketing and Financial Services Expert that adds tremendous value to our clients home selling and buying success. Contact us today for the kind of help that truly puts People First.

Visit our Website: peoplefirstrealtor.com

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Call/Text: (858) 531 6200 or (727) 450-9801 and meet the different breed of realtor, a Tenacious Aussie!

Meet John and Michelle: https://youtu.be/VfT7enovKDk?si=o7NceChzV30fRDF0

Schedule a Property Sale or Home Purchase Consultation with us today.

People First Real Estate

901 Dempsey St.
Serving Clearwater-Tampa-St Pete-Sarasota
Clearwater , FL 33756
United States
(727) 450-9801

Recent Articles

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01 Jun 2026

House Hacking in 2026: What the Hype Got Wrong — and What Actually Works

by People First Real Estate LLC. [Florida]

If you’ve spent any time on real estate TikTok in the last few years, you’ve probably seen the house hacking pitch. Buy a property, rent part of it out, let your tenants cover the...

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01 May 2026

2026 Home Design Trends: What’s In, What’s Out, and What Buyers Are Responding To

by People First Real Estate LLC. [Florida]

After a decade of cool grays, crisp whites, and spaces that looked more like showrooms than homes, buyers have changed what they’re looking for. Call it quiet luxury — the idea that richness comes...

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16 Apr 2026

What Actually Makes a Listing Stand Out in 2026

by People First Real Estate LLC. [Florida]

The playbook for selling a home has changed fast. Buyers have more options, more leverage, and they are using it. Active housing inventory rose more than 16% year-over-year in 2025 — one of the...

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01 Apr 2026

Is Buying a Home Together Right for Your Family? Here’s How to Think It Through

by People First Real Estate LLC. [Florida]

For a long time, multigenerational living had a reputation problem. It was the option families turned to when something had gone wrong — a job loss, a divorce, a health crisis. Moving back in...

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23 Feb 2026

2026 Housing Market Forecast: Will the Market Find Its Footing?

by People First Real Estate LLC. [Florida]

Will 2026 be the year buyers stop waiting? Forecasters are split, predicting anywhere from 1.7%1 to 14%2 growth in home sales. That 12-point gap reveals the central question facing the housing market: how much...

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23 Feb 2026

The True Cost of Homeownership: What You Pay Beyond the Mortgage

by People First Real Estate LLC. [Florida]

When most homebuyers calculate whether they can afford a new home, they focus almost exclusively on one number: the monthly mortgage payment. It’s the figure lenders qualify them for, the number discussed during showings,...

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18 Dec 2025

Planning Your 2026 Real Estate Moves: A Guide to the Best Buying and Selling Seasons

by People First Real Estate LLC. [Florida]

Timing isn’t everything in real estate, but it can mean the difference between saving $20,000 or paying a premium, selling in 30 days or waiting three months, and negotiating from a position of strength...

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01 Nov 2025

Can You Really Trust Online Home Estimates?

by People First Real Estate LLC. [Florida]

For millions of homeowners, checking their Zillow Zestimate has become as routine as checking a stock portfolio—a quick hit of seeing your home’s estimated value, right at your fingertips. With 178 million monthly users...

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01 Oct 2025

How to Spot Real Estate Scams (and Protect Your Investment)

by People First Real Estate LLC. [Florida]

Real estate scams are targeting more victims than ever before, and they’re becoming increasingly sophisticated. Nearly 10,000 Americans fell victim to real estate fraud in 2024, losing over $173 million according to FBI reports.1...

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01 Sep 2025

What Makes a Great Long-Term Rental Property? A Checklist for Smart Investors

by People First Real Estate LLC. [Florida]

Real estate continues to dominate as America’s favorite long-term investment strategy. For the 12th consecutive year, 37% of Americans consider real estate the top investment choice—nearly doubling stocks at just 16%.1 This isn’t just...

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Recent Listings

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For Sale– Florida Living at Its Best – Oldsmar Bargain on Tampa Bay-Price Just Reduced!

Active | 3 BR | 2.0 BA | 1,901 sqft

Waterfront Paradise in Oldsmar! Enjoy unobstructed views of Tampa Bay and stunning sunsets from this elevated, storm-ready home—raised 14.5 ft and retrofitted for peace of mind. Featuring a solar-heated pool & spa, Tiki bar,...

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Ideal Riverview Home in Tampa Bay-Great Family Safe Environment-Fair Price!

Active | 4 BR | 2 BA | 2,044 sqft

Experience the perfect location where you can have lush green nature and living convenience in this 4 bed, 2 bath home located in the safe and family-friendly neighborhood of Southfork Riverview community, with access...

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For Sale–Tampa Condo-Equestrian Parc–Highwoods Preserve

Sold | 2 BR | 2 BA | 1140 - Plus a separate garage with storage sqft

Immerse yourself in this tranquil, gated community of Equestrian Park a desirable Tampa Green Space Suburb. Here is where you can relax in the resort-style pool and spa, entertain in the modern kitchen with...

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!!SOLD!! CLEARWATER FLORIDA–LAKE HOME

Active | 3 BR | 2.5 BA | 1,659 sqft

CONTRACT PENDING. Ideal  Clearwater, Florida Home –  A Unique Lakeshore Property A one-of-a-kind home on Lake Bellevue, Clearwater, Florida. Minutes from Beaches and New Downtown Concerts and Coachman Park scene. 14,000 sq. ft. of...

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People First Real Estate LLC.

901 Dempsey St.

Clearwater, FL 33756

United States

peoplefirstrealtor.com

(727) 450-9801

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