KEY POINTS More than half of aspiring homeowners say cost of living and insufficient income make it difficult to afford a down payment and closing costs for a home, according to a new report by Bankrate. The report also found a degree of pessimism from aspiring homebuyers who think they Continue Reading
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Six Tips for Dealing with Surprises
EXPECT THE UNEXPECTED: Real estate can be full of surprises. Whether it’s encountering unexpected situations during showings or dealing with unique buyer requests, always be ready to adapt and think on your feet. SAFETY FIRST: Safety should be a top priority. When showing homes, especially vacant or unfamiliar properties, always Continue Reading
MOVING INLAND TO AVOID THE FLOOD
WILL HURRICANE IAN HAVE A POSITIVE IMPACT ON COMMUNITIES IN EASTERN COLLIER COUNTY? Eastern Collier County came through Hurricane Ian relatively unscathed compared to harder-hit areas to the west. There are early reports that some coastal residents headed east to rent or buy at least temporary shelter in the storm’s Continue Reading
7 THINGS A FIRST-TIME BUYER SHOULD DOBEFORE STARTING A HOME SEARCH
Buying your first home is a big step! It’s wonderful to dream dreams, and it’s easy to get swept up in the excitement of searching property sites like realtor.com. Before going too far, however, it’s a good idea to hit the “pause” button and consider these more serious points. Know Continue Reading
7 Simple Gardening Skills Anyone Can Master
Puttering in the garden is an age-old hobby pursued for several reasons; it can keep you fit, provide food and flowers, and help you live in a more beautiful world. Experienced gardeners say mastering a few simple skills can get you off to a productive start to the home garden Continue Reading
Real Estate Propels Growthin Hispanics’ Net Worth
With a sharp rise in home equity and increased homeownership rates in both 2020 and 2021, the median household wealth of Hispanics increased substantially during the pandemic, according to a recent report from the National Association of Hispanic Real Estate Professionals® (NAHREP). That follows a 138% increase between 2013 and Continue Reading
7 Safety Tips Every Homeowner Should Know
Like most homeowners, you probably have your water heater strapped down and you flush out the gutters every spring. But there are many other tips that make a big difference in terms of both safety and thriftiness. The home safety watchdogs at FamilyHandyman.com offer seven tips to start with: Monitor furnace filters Continue Reading
Major Buyers of Top Florida Destinations
Mass Migration to Florida: Highlights from the 2021 Profile of International Residential Transactions in Florida. An illustration the shows who are the people desiring the Florida Living. • $12.3 billion: Florida’s existing homes purchased by foreign buyers during August 2020–July 2021. • 22,500: Existing homes purchased in Florida by Continue Reading
U.S. INFLATION CONTINUES TO DROP IN JANUARY, BUT PACE SLOWS
By Jordan Grice February 14, 2023 The road to reeling in inflation will take a lot of work, and new reports from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) offer a glimpse as to why. While the consumer price index (CPI) shows a persisting downward trend in inflation, it also indicates that Continue Reading
Florida Still No. 1 for International Buyers
About one in four (24%) international buyers opt for a home in Fla., finds Coldwell Banker study, compared to No. 2 Calif. (11%) and No. 3 Texas (8%). MIAMI – Florida is still the No. 1 choice for international home buyers, according to the Coldwell Banker International Buyers Guide. About one Continue Reading