There are a lot of moving parts involved when it comes to purchasing a home in Florida. Sometimes, you need certain circumstances to come together before you are able to move forward with buying a particular home. When this happens, you may need to make an offer on a...
What should you know about real estate refinancing?
When you refinance a property, it requires working with a lender to get a new mortgage. You can refinance once you have built up equity on your property, which means it is more common for longer-term homeowners to refinance than new ones. You can use this as a chance...
Virtual real estate buyers may offer cash or contingency waivers
Technology can make buying or selling a home easier through internet listings and virtual open house tours. Data provided on FloridaRealtors.org notes that 44% of homebuyers in 2020 initiated their property search online. Photos, videos, maps and detailed information...
Property liens: What you need to know
When you are researching buying property, you probably came across the term property lien. In some cases, a lien can be perfectly normal. In other cases, it can be very bad. A lien is a legal claim against a property. Although the property can be anything, in this...
Consider these factors before buying a commercial property
When people expand their business, they may need to purchase an additional property. Buying a commercial property can be complex because there are more factors that may affect someone's decision. There are many things that people need to consider as they look at...
What do Florida home sellers have to disclose about a property?
When you buy a home in Florida, you want to feel confident that the home is inhabitable and safe for use. Because some home defects and hazards may not be visible to the naked eye, Florida has certain real estate disclosure rules in place mandating what a home seller...
Use these 3 tips to prevent legal homebuying issues
Buying a home is exciting, especially as you picture creating a life in your new house. But purchasing a new home is a major investment that can have legal and financial consequences if you do not prepare properly beforehand. In 2019 in the U.S., according to data...
When might I need a quiet title action?
The most common time when you may need a quiet title action is when you are buying a property. You may also need it if someone makes a claim to a property you own. The Florida Senate explains a quiet title action helps to clear any claims to a property. It may happen...
How can you avoid first-time home buying mistakes?
Buying a home for the first time is an exciting and nerve-wracking experience. While the jitters will remain, you can take steps to reduce your anxiety and ease your nerves. One of the best ways to do that is by researching common mistakes that other first-time home...
Do you know these homebuyer red flags?
You hope to be a happy homeowner in Florida soon, and you feel ready to put in a bid. Have you looked for red flags that may point to a problem or two with a property? Kiplinger explores common issues that hopeful homeowners should look out for. Learn how to protect...
