Category: Buying A Home

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The South Florida Real Estate Market Report

Posted on November 28, 2023 by Great Florida Homes

Are you considering moving to the South Florida area? From the beautiful weather to the numerous outdoor activities, to lots of multicultural events throughout the year, to the freedom from state taxes, it’s no surprise that South Florida is a prime destination for homebuyers. But, relocating here can be challenging if you don’t know the …

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The Sunshine State Migration

Posted on May 4, 2023 by Great Florida Homes

by Mindi Rudan Why the trek to Florida hasn’t REALLY slowed- What YOU need to know NOW! Growing up, I remember there was kind of a rude joke calling Florida “God’s waiting room.” In my grandparents day that might have been the case. Lured by crisp blue skies, nearly perfect year-round weather, limitless golf courses, …

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Moving to Florida? Basic Things Every South Floridian Needs

Posted on April 18, 2023 by Great Florida Homes

South Florida is full of beautiful destinations, exciting venues, and dream homes for every lifestyle. But that doesn’t mean that everything is going to magically fall into place when you move here. Especially if you’re coming from a different part of the country, it’s important to think about what kinds of things you’ll need in …

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Considering Buying a New Construction Property In South Florida?

Posted on March 9, 2023 by Great Florida Homes

If you’ve been looking for your South Florida dream home recently, you’ve probably noticed that there are a lot of developers looking for people to purchase homes that haven’t actually been built yet. That can be a good thing for buyers, many of these homes will be sold at higher prices once they are built, …

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Pickleball

Posted on January 31, 2023 by Great Florida Homes

by Mindi Rudan Unless you live under a pretty big rock, you’ve at least heard of pickleball OR already ARE one of the purported  4.8 million “picklers,” (according to a 2022 report from the Sports & Fitness Industry Association) actively playing the game in the US alone. Growing a whopping average of 11.5 percent a year …

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Complete Guide to Moving to South Florida During the Winter

Posted on January 12, 2023 by Great Florida Homes

If you’re getting ready to move this winter there are a few things you should be prepared for. Moving to South Florida in the winter is a lot easier than moving to other parts of the country, but there are still a few things to be aware of. Here are some tips to help make …

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South Florida Buyer’s Market: Why Now is One of the Best Times to Buy or Sell a Home

Posted on December 15, 2022 by Great Florida Homes

The housing market all over the country is slowing down in the face of rising interest rates. The great housing shift of the pandemic might be ending at the same time, which is leading to a lot of booming markets starting to slow for the first time in years. That means that now is the …

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Autumn Guide To Moving To South Florida

Posted on September 24, 2022 by Great Florida Homes

Ready to relocate to the sunshine state? We don’t blame you! South Florida is one of the best places to live in the country, and people relocate here in all seasons. But, we’d argue that Autumn is one of the best seasons to move to South Florida, especially if you’re coming from a cooler state …

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What Makes South Florida A Great Place To Live?

Posted on August 25, 2022 by Great Florida Homes

Wondering why everyone keeps talking about how great South Florida is? Visited before and considering making South Florida your home, part-time or full-time? You’re in the right place! There are a lot of things that make South Florida a fantastic place to live, but we wanted to highlight just a few of them for you. …

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Is Now A Good Time To Buy A South Florida Home?

Posted on July 14, 2022 by Great Florida Homes

The real estate market is hot right now, all across the United States. For markets that are already competitive and in high demand, like South Florida, it’s even clearer to see how prices are rising and the impact that has on mortgages and even rental prices. Whether you’re looking for a house, apartment, or condo, …

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