While selling your house on your own will save you in real estate commissions, much of the costs you will absorb, such as marketing, are included in the commission. These savings come at a high price for most sellers, and we’ll discuss the costs you can expect with an FSBO listing in South Florida. Screening … Continued
For most people, the highest hurdle in their journey toward home ownership is the down payment. And saving for a down payment often seems nearly impossible when the time frame is short, say, within a few months. But you can save for a down payment if you have a plan and take the right steps – and … Continued
Foreclosure occurs when, for whatever reason, agreed to payments for a mortgage loan and not being made in a timely and consistent manner. The reasons this can vary as widely as there are homeowners, from the sudden loss of life from a contributing family member, unexpected loss of income, or a myriad of other possibilities. … Continued
Selling a home is no small undertaking and is likely one of the largest financial decisions of your life. And that’s why most people need an experienced agent to guide them through the whole process to a successful and profitable conclusion. But with all the agents out there bombarding you with signs and ads and … Continued
Disclosure documents in real estate require you as the seller to list any known issues with the property and remodeling projects undertaken by the current owners. The disclosure process does not exist only to protect the buyer. It is essential to understand that sellers benefit significantly from this step in any real estate transaction. Read … Continued
Why isn’t my house selling? Waiting for a buyer can be stressful when you’re selling your home. Emotionally, the constant readying for showings and let down as no offers follow can be draining. Financially, depending on the circumstances you’re facing, the bills keep rolling in as time passes. If you’ve had to relocate, you’re now … Continued
Self-employment has many benefits – the ability to make your own schedule, the potential for more time off and better pay, the pleasure of doing what you love and getting paid for it, and more. But there are downsides to self-employment. The unfortunate fact for self-employed people is that it’s usually more difficult to buy … Continued
Unfortunately, a lot of home sellers have fallen victim to not a little false information. There is, for example, no shortage of advice online about selling your house, but not all of it is accurate or correct. And then there’s all the wrong-headed advice you’ll inevitably get from family and friends. Operating on such false … Continued
Downsizing homes can be a daunting task. You can feel confident moving forward and avoid the sense of dread that so often overwhelms homeowners by following a few simple tips to help you downsize your house in South Florida. Allow yourself plenty of time to go through your belongings, taking several weeks instead of trying … Continued
Dealing with the loss of a beloved family member or very close friend is a stressful time that can become even more complicated by suddenly finding yourself immersed in dealing with an inheritance. It may be challenging to focus, so we have outlined five things to do immediately after inheriting a house in South Florida … Continued