When buying or selling residential real estate in Florida, there is a seemingly endless number of aspects that must be considered. Many will think about location, land, the neighborhood, schools, mortgage rates, resale value, maximizing profit and much more. Other...
Month: October 2020
New Florida Coastline Development Rules Look to the Future
The Sunshine State has long as a retirement goal for many Americans. The endless beaches, gorgeous weather and friendly tax laws combine to create a real-world paradise for U.S. retirees. These factors also put a high demand on Florida’s coastline real estate,...
Real estate escrow deposits: What happens if I walk away?
Real estate transactions come with some risk. Sellers take a risk when they accept an offer. They are no longer talking to other potential buyers and could loose out on other options if the deal falls through. A seller often asks for a deposit to help mitigate this...
Deciding whether or not to use a realtor to sell your home
With the current Florida housing market remaining strong, driven in part by prolonged low interest rates, some homeowners may forego the help of a realtor and put their home on the market as For Sale By Owner, or FSBO. According to a recent housing market report,...
Are you ready for these hurdles in commercial real estate deals?
2020 is an interesting year for real estate deals. The real estate market is thriving, but the pandemic is causing some interesting and unexpected hurdles. The hurdles vary with the type of real estate transaction, but two specific problems to prepare for when dealing...