Mar 15, 2010 | BUYER'S ADVICE, IN THE NEWS, MIAMI MARKET CONDITIONS, MIAMI REAL ESTATE
Looking to Buy? We’ve lived in Coral Gables and Pinecrest for nearly two decades, and know the South Florida neighborhoods you want to live in. Though our website, you have the opportunity to explore on your own – at your leisure. We are here to...
Mar 5, 2010 | BUYER'S ADVICE, MIAMI REAL ESTATE, SELLER'S ADVICE
Sellers undertaking the “FOR-SALE -BY OWNER” challenge (FSBO) …thinking it can’t be all that hard… are in good company. How many times have I heard: “WITH THE INTERNET NOW, I CAN LIST IT ONLINE and I DO OPEN HOUSES…...
Mar 3, 2010 | BUYER'S ADVICE, MIAMI REAL ESTATE, REAL ESTATE NEWS
You may be eligible for a tax break when you purchase a home. The First Time Home Buyer Tax Credit is benefitting many people by making it more affordable to buy. Here’s what you need to know… Are You Eligible? If you purchase a primary residence between...
Mar 1, 2010 | BUYER'S ADVICE, MIAMI REAL ESTATE
Since 1980, real estate has appreciated nationally (unlike many investments!). Looking at five year increments real estate has appreciated between 25% and 89%: 1980-1985 25% 1985-1990 27% 1990-1995 25% 1995-2000 29% 2000-2005 ...
Feb 20, 2010 | BUYER'S ADVICE, MIAMI MARKET CONDITIONS, MIAMI REAL ESTATE, REAL ESTATE NEWS
10 Years from now, someone will be saying: “That house around the corner, I could have bought it for 1/2 that just a decade ago, and I could have gotten a 5% mortgage!” Each generation says pretty much the same thing. My husband and I are kicking...
Jan 20, 2010 | BUYER'S ADVICE, MIAMI REAL ESTATE, SELLER'S ADVICE
Can the Seller Keep My Deposit? One of the most common concerns that buyers have revolves around RISK FACTORS with regard to their ESCROW DEPOSIT. Rightfully, buyers want to minimize their risk, and protect themselves. So… ” Can a SELLER keep my...