Category: Buying A Home
For Sale by Owner vs. Realtor – Pros and Cons
Posted on March 28, 2019 by Great Florida HomesFor Sale by Owner vs. Realtor – Pros and Cons You have decided that it is time to sell your home. Now comes the big decision – for sale by owner vs. realtor – which is right for you? There are pros and cons to each side – we cannot lie. Some people do find …
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Advice for a First Time Home Buyer
Posted on December 26, 2018 by Great Florida HomesAdvice for a First Time Home Buyer Buying a house for the first time is exciting – and a bit unnerving for many people. There is a lot that goes into the home buying process. What you do not know can cost you money, time, and stress. That is why it is of the utmost …
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READ MORETop 10 Home Buying Tips
Posted on December 8, 2018 by Great Florida HomesTop 10 Home Buying Tips Whether you are a first-time home buyer or seasoned pro, you still should know these top 10 home buying tips to simplify the process. Here is what to know when looking to buy a house: Research Determine Your Budget Get Pre-Approved Select the Right Loan Know the Closing Costs Home …
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READ MOREBUYERS WHO USE THE INTERNET TO SEARCH FOR HOMES
Posted on September 19, 2018 by Great Florida HomesIn 20117 an overall analysis of Buyers who search for homes on the internet was published by the National Association of Realtors.
READ MOREFOUR KEYS TO BUYING A VACATION HOME
Posted on September 16, 2018 by Great Florida HomesWith the freedom of retirement, travel and vacationing become much easier. With the ability to enjoy longer trips comes a quandary. To buy a vacation home in your chosen area
READ MOREWho Pays For Title Insurance?
Posted on August 20, 2018 by Great Florida HomesTo say title insurance can be a confusing concept is an understatement, especially for a first time home buyer. Although it is not required, a lack of title insurance can mean a lack of protection from claims against your ownership of the home, and therefore the risk of losing your insurance. So what is title …
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READ MORESenior Moving Stress
Posted on November 5, 2016 by Great Florida HomesMany things get better with age…moving is not one of them. Moving at a young age can be fun and exciting, the prospect of a fresh start on the horizon. At an older age moving can mean downsizing or leaving behind a lot of family memories; so it can involve a lot more emotional and …
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READ MOREWhere does that “price per square foot” come from?
Posted on May 21, 2016 by Great Florida HomesPricing properties isn’t as simple as one may think. Taking the sold price and dividing it by the size of the home will give you a figure, but this figure won’t give you the full picture of what you’re paying for or what you should be selling for. All these factors go into this magical …
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READ MOREMortgage Tips for Millenials
Posted on May 1, 2016 by Great Florida Homes[wnt_search title=”QuickSearch” smartsearch=”true” view=”basic” /]Millennials are the next wave of home buyers, but many feel becoming a homeowner has become more challenging for young people, but your first home is closer than you think! Here are some tips to help millennials (and any potential home buyers!) prepare to purchase your first home. Consistent Employment: Lending …
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READ MOREWhat Does That Status Letter Mean? “A”,”B”,”PS”,CS”
Posted on November 22, 2015 by Great Florida HomesA = Actively Available B = Back Up Offers Only PS = Pending Sale CS = Closed Sale X = Expired from the Active Market T = Temporarily Off the Market A = Actively Available – Should be available for you to buy or bid on. Cases where this might not work out. Foreclosure agents rarely …
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