Have you ever been looking online for a home, trying to decide on the best area, the best community, the right characteristics and come across what seems to be everything you are looking for? Then you take a look at the photos and the house is dark, the rooms are
Many investors and even some families looking to buy a home in foreclosure. The information about properties being in foreclosure are public court records. Foreclosures on Zillow are properties that are in one of the foreclosure process stages and are shown as “Pre-Foreclosure”, “Foreclosure”, and “Foreclosure / Auction”, for example.
We’ve successfully assisted numerous families—both home buyers and sellers—through the Home Partners of America Rent-to-Own program, which features a Lease with Right to Purchase. This innovative program is ideal for those looking to secure a home without the immediate burden of purchasing outright. How to Get Started with Home Partners
When deciding between buying a home and renting, potential homebuyers often find themselves grappling with critical questions. Understanding the nuances of each option can significantly impact your financial future and lifestyle choices. Here, we explore three prevalent questions that arise in the context of home buying versus renting. Question #1:
When it comes to purchasing a home, your mortgage credit score plays a crucial role in determining your affordability. Understanding how your credit score impacts your mortgage options can help you make informed decisions and potentially save you thousands of dollars. 5 Ways a Credit Score Affects Home Purchase Affordability
Hi, I’m Rachel Gregory, a REALTOR with Jean Scott Homes at Keller Williams Advantage Realty. In this guide, I’ll address common questions from first-time home buyers regarding Homeowners Associations (HOAs), mortgages, and the overall homebuying process. Should I Live in a Community with an HOA or Not? Choosing between a
Hi, my name is Jean Scott, and I am a REALTOR® here at Keller Williams Advantage Realty in Oviedo, FL. One of my specialties is actually staging, so I wanted to bring you Remodeling Costs Vs. Value Report as brought to us by Remodeling Magazine. Smaller projects and exterior upgrades
There are a number of creative ways for homeowners selling their home to make it brighter, which makes it more appealing to home buyers. Common advice for home sellers is to turn all the lights on for showings and open houses. That is great advice. Home buyers find bright homes
We understand that families sometimes have a difficult time finding a rental home in Central Florida. They face a number of challenges. Most Realtors don’t work in the rental home segment of the real estate market. The reason for that is that neither landlords nor tenants are willing to compensate
How to build on wetlands in Florida is the first consideration buyers should consider when looking to purchase vacant land to build their new home. Wetlands are environmentally protected land that cannot be built upon or even disturbed without a permit from the Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FL DEP).
Understanding Title Insurance in Florida Real Estate Transactions When it comes to transferring real estate from a seller to a buyer, one crucial aspect that often comes into play is title insurance. This policy is essential to ensure that the buyer receives a clear and marketable title to the property.
Maintaining good indoor air quality is essential for a healthy home environment. One critical factor often overlooked is relative humidity. Let’s explore why it’s important and how to manage it effectively. What is Relative Humidity? Relative humidity refers to the amount of moisture in the air compared to what the air can
Understanding the Contract-to-Close Journey Once we have a property under contract, my work begins in earnest. The entire journey involves numerous steps, and I rely on a comprehensive 62-step checklist to guide us through the basics. It’s important to note that the process can vary significantly depending on whether we’re
Benefits of Getting a Survey with Your Home Purchase We often get asked by home buyers in the Orlando, FL area if they need to pay for a survey and why it is necessary. The short answer is, Yes. It’s our opinion that you should pay to have a survey
Sometimes buyers are suprised that they don’t immediately get keys at closing for their new home. Buyers and sellers can be surprised by some of the issues that can come up in the last few days before closing. Sudden difficulties when you feel like you’re right at the finish line
Understanding the Home Purchase Contract There are two main versions of the Florida Residential Sale Contract. They are titled, “Florida Residential Contract for Sale and Purchase” and “Florida Residential Contract for Sale and Purchase AS-IS”. Both are periodically reviewed, updated, and approved by Florida REALTORS® and the Florida BAR. Choosing
When you decide to put your home on the market for sale the Real Property Seller’s Disclosure is a great selling tool. It is a document that is the completed by the Seller that conveys all information about their home to potential Buyers. I advise my clients and friends to
What is My Home Really Worth? Hi, I’m Jean Scott at Keller Williams Advantage Realty. We had a great question from a customer: “What is my home really worth?” Understanding Home Value Using a computerized data source isn’t always the best way to find the true value of your family’s
The Importance of Online Presence According to the National Association of Realtors, 93% of home buyers find their future home either online, through a Realtor, or from a “For Sale” or “Open House” sign. Given this trend, it’s crucial to capitalize on both “old school” and “new school” techniques to