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Frequently Asked Questions: Buying Florida Real Estate

What’s the first step in the home buying process? You may hear us say this a ton, but we’ll say it again! The first step is to get a pre-approval letter from a mortgage lender. They will go over your financial records and determine how much home you can afford....

A Complete Guide To Closing Costs

Buying, Selling

What are closing costs? Closing costs are a necessary component of obtaining a mortgage. These fees cover necessary expenses like processing your mortgage, obtaining homeowners insurance, and paying property taxes. The seller and buyer will both be responsible for...

A Guide to First-Time Home Buying

Buying

Buying your first home is a journey filled with excitement, anticipation, and a few nerves thrown in. We’ll be your trusted companions providing insight, tips, and expert advice to make your first-time home buying experience as smooth as possible. Your dream...

How is Today’s Housing Market Different from the 2008 Housing Bubble?

Buying, Selling

What makes today’s house market different from the “housing bubble” in 2008? New construction single-family homes flooded the market, Lending standards were incredibly loose Many homeowners were cashing out their equity left and right. Today’s market is nearly the...

Real Estate Agent vs Real Estate Team

Buying, Selling

If you’re looking to buy or sell, you may be wondering whether you should work with a real estate agent or a real estate team. Below we will compare real estate agent vs real estate team to help you make a decision. What is a Real Estate Team? A real estate team...

How to Arrive at an Accurate Appraisal When Comps are Limited

Buying, Selling

If you’ve been assigned an appraisal in an area where few properties have sold lately, you may be wondering how to arrive at an accurate appraisal when comps are limited. It can be tricky to appraise accurately when unsure of your comparable sales. You may have...