Most people would probably say that they attempt to save money whenever possible. For some homeowners in South Florida, that means that they will attempt to circumvent the realtor process when they are trying to sell their homes, instead opting to pursue the "for sale...
Month: March 2015
What are “terms of sale” in a real estate transaction?
Many of our South Florida readers know from personal experience that real estate transactions often involve a multitude of documents. And, most people accept that this is just part of the process. But there are certain aspects of these documents that are much more...
What does Florida’s foreclosure rate look like?
It's no secret that Florida was one of the states that was hit the hardest by the "burst" of the housing bubble several years ago. Like the rest of the country, it has been a long slog to recover value for homeowners throughout the state. And, for many, paying the...
How can you avoid unfavorable terms in a real estate contract?
Most people in South Florida probably know the basics about purchasing real estate. It goes something like this: a buyer finds a piece of property that is for sale, the buyer and seller negotiate the terms of the sale, money is exchanged and title of the property is...