The power of a homeowner’s association can vary depending on the community. In one community, an HOA is planning to start issuing speeding tickets. The process involves the use of photo radar equipment to track traffic and send automated tickets to the registered...
Residential Real Estate
3 things to know about real estate contracts before buying a home
Buying a home is likely the largest financial transaction that we make in our lifetime. If we are lucky, we get one that fits our needs and provides an opportunity for financial stability. We can help to better ensure this is the case by knowing some of the basics...
What types of things do I have to disclose when selling my home?
Purchasing a home is an enormous investment that involves a lot of risk. Florida state law protects the interests of buyers by requiring sellers to disclose certain conditions that exist on the property. If you’re getting ready to sell your home, you might wonder...
Should I skip due diligence to get my dream home?
The housing market is hot right now. Homes are selling fast, and prospective buyers are looking for ways to stand apart in a sea of interested buyers and better ensure they get the home they want. Having funding and deciding to put in an offer relatively quickly is...
Should I refinance my mortgage?
Homeowners may wonder whether or not it is too late to re-finance their home to make the most of low interest rates. They may have reduced income or lost jobs as a result of the pandemic or simply want to take advantage of these low rates. Whatever the reason for the...
Overview of Condominiums and Cooperatives
Many people throughout Florida live in condominiums, and some may live in a real estate co-op. Both condominiums and co-ops give individuals and even small businesses a chance to enjoy some of the benefits of ownership, including equity, while still getting some of...
3 steps to protect your interests when buying a home
The real estate market is hopping right now. It is seller’s market, with buyers scrambling to find the right properties for their needs with limited available inventory. When you finally find your dream home, it is important to take steps to help keep it from turning...
4 common title issues that can slow down a real estate deal
Prospective buyers and sellers are wise to take steps to help protect their interests when entering a real estate transaction. Sellers can make sure everything is in order before the sale and buyers can dig into the property’s history to make sure there are no...
Thinking of downsizing from a home to a condo? These tips can help.
Owning property is a great financial investment. For some, this means a large home with a big yard and garage. But there comes a time when we may realize we do not use all those bedrooms and are not enjoying the constant upkeep for the lawn and home. When we reach...
Is a home warranty worth the cost?
Anyone who has ever owned a home knows that it's the relatively little expenses that can break you. After raising all the money to buy a home, and coming up with the money to pay the mortgage every month, there may not be much left over to cover the unexpected costs...
