2020 is a year of unique obstacles. Hurricanes are forming in unusual patterns; a pandemic has struck throughout the world and individuals are unsure of their financial footing. These obstacles may make homeowners question whether or not they should sell their...
Month: August 2020
Mortgages: Is it a good time to refinance right now?
Florida residents may be aware that interest rates on home loans have been sliding down, which is why people across the country were applying for mortgages at three, four times the levels they were in last spring. With so much financial uncertainty, it make sense that...
Has COVID-19 impacted real estate underwriting?
Real estate underwriting is a process a lender uses to look into a potential client during the loan application period as well as when determining whether or not to insure a client. The underwriter will likely also conduct a thorough title search to better ensure no...
Three things to do before closing on a new home
There are a lot of steps that come with getting a new home. Whether a primary property or a vacation home, a failure to take these steps can result in unexpected surprises after the closing. One way to help reduce this risk is to conduct a thorough walk through in the...
Encroachment today: Fences, garages and saws — oh my!
Boundary disputes are not a novel concept. Neighbors have argued about where the line between their property lies for centuries. Otherwise amicable neighbor relations can quickly turn sour if the two disagree on where a fence should go or whether a tree is infringing....