Denise & Larry + Jennifer

Buyers: Denise & Larry - MARRIED COUPLE

Current Home: Weeki Wacjee, Fl

Beach House Hunting In: Hernando Beach, Florida

Beach Home Budget: $500,000

Denise and Larry are a beach-loving, boat-cruising, mermaid-and-her-prince duo who live for life on the water. Yep, you read that right, she’s a real mermaid! Denise spent 20 years as a professional mermaid at the iconic Weeki Wacjee Springs mermaid show, and even now, she still pulls out her tail and has Larry tow her behind the boat for sunset swims. “Once a mermaid always a mermaid!” They even named their dog Poseidon! Together, they run a small business cleaning and managing rental homes while raising their active kids. After surviving two devastating hurricanes that left their home severely damaged, they’re now on a mission to find their forever beach house, this time one that’s elevated, flood-safe, and big enough for their family and business life to thrive.

With a budget hovering around $500K, Denise and Larry are being practical but hopeful. They dream of a stilted home in Hernando Beach with Gulf access for their boats, plenty of storage for their business supplies (and Denise’s growing mermaid tail collection), wide open sliders for those ocean breezes, and maybe even a pool if the budget allows. Weekends often find them anchored at the local sandbars which are natural, waist-deep pop-up beaches where boats gather like floating block parties complete with food, drink, sand, and live music. For this fun, tight-knit couple, finding their perfect beach home isn’t just a move, it’s the final piece of their Florida coastal fairytale.

Real Estate Agent- Jennifer, Tampa, Florida

Meet Jennifer Vasquez, your go-to Gulf Coast insider who knows exactly where to find Florida's hidden waterfront gems. Based in Spring Hill, just north of Tampa, Jennifer has spent nearly a decade helping families live the beach life without blowing the budget. As a full-time realtor and full-time mom, she’s mastered the art of balancing deals, deadlines, and dockside sunsets. Whether it's Hernando Beach, Weeki Wacjee, or one of Florida’s tucked-away coastal communities, Jennifer knows every beach, sandbar, and secret spot, including where you can score direct Gulf access for under $500K (yes, it’s possible!)

But Jennifer’s real secret weapon? She’s all heart. For her, real estate isn’t just a transaction — it’s personal. She becomes part of her clients’ lives, guiding them through every step with honesty, humor, and a little tough love when needed. From sitting on docks to get a true feel for a property, to walking clients right back out of a house if it’s not “the one,” Jennifer is passionate about finding the right home... not just any home. And when her clients finally get their keys, don’t be surprised if she’s at the housewarming party, too. That’s just how she rolls!