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Most new home buyers in Florida are caught in a weird spot when they decide to buy a home. They want to know what kind of houses they could buy, but need to know, “How much mortgage can I qualify for?” Fortunately, there’s an easy way to get a ballpark figure so you can start…
It’s no secret that rental prices in Florida may be rising, as they are across the nation. But for residents in hot vacation spots, rent prices are growing even more. In hotspots like Orlando, rents have jumped upwards of 6 percent year over year. Tourist demand is driving up rent According to the recent CoreLogic…
A house right on the beach, maybe a cabin in the woods surrounded by the magnificent fall foliage, or perhaps a rustic lodge in the mountains near the ski slopes. Whatever your dream vacation home happens to be, what if it turned into your best investment as well? Not only do many second-home markets have…
Understandably, if you’re human, you’re bound to be irritated by things your neighbors do. In a recent poll, ImproveNet set out to identify the cities in America where neighbors bother each other most, and they compiled a laundry list of the most common complaints. ImproveNet surveyed 2,500 adult residents of 24 cities. Their results are…
Attending open houses in Florida can be a lot of fun. After all, how often do you get a chance to tour other people’s houses without restriction? However, when you’re serious about buying a home, it’s time to start asking the serious questions. 1. Why are the sellers moving? Truth be told, you may not…
Before you sign a contract with your builder, make sure you’re getting the best price when buying a new build by using these steps first. That way, you can sign knowing that you got the best deal possible. 1. Walk the lots Your builder has created your dream development, but each and every lot is…
You’ve probably heard lots of advice on how to pack before moving. But what about advice on how to unpack after a move? Read on to learn more about how to tackle this task strategically. If you follow this advice, you should be on track to become fully settled in your new Florida home in less…
Congratulations — you’ve finally found a house in Florida that you love, and your offer has been accepted. Now what? The next step in home buying is doing your inspections. While this process isn’t extraordinarily difficult, it does help if you go into it as informed as possible. Inspections are optional Put simply, you don’t…
One of the most important decisions to make — and something you should decide before you start shopping for homes in Florida — is whether you’d prefer building versus buying a home. Both have specific pros and cons that can drastically affect your new home experience. Look at building versus buying from every angle to…
Picking a real estate agent is a huge step toward becoming a homeowner. However, sometimes that’s easier said than done. There are often more than enough agents in your area to choose from, but how do you know when you’ve found the right one? If you’re about to enter the real estate market, this post…
