Florida Real Estate

When youre staging a luxury property for sale, there are a lot of factors to consider. From curb appeal to furniture placement, every detail matters to an affluent home buyer. Likewise, having proper external and internal lighting can make a big difference in setting the overall mood and ambiance. A [Read More]

Unlike auto or homeownersinsurance, Title Insurancecoverageperiods end on the day they are issued and extendbackwardin time, yet a policy'sprotectionperiod extendsforwardand stays in place until the property is sold to a new owner. Title Insurance protects property owners against future claims based [Read More]

Make gardening easier with low maintenance perennials. Just plant and watch your garden thrive as they bloom year after year. Heres our top 10 favorite low maintenance perennials:1. Shasta DaisyShasta Daisies are easy to grow. This classic perennial has large white blooms that last until early fall. [Read More]

Are you considering buying a new home? Have you already bought a new home, and are now wondering what you should do next? Theres no doubt youve heard that buying a home is the biggest investment you are ever going to make. What you probably arent told is how to care for your new investment, and what [Read More]

Whether itsdying plants, a view of your neighbors garbage cans, or mosquitos that threaten to drain you before you can drain a beer, patios tend to develop some chill-disrupting problems. Heres some of the more annoying ones, and how to fix them.Small Patio?Train a vine to grow up a wall, hang plant [Read More]

Buying a home and wondering if yourinspectionis necessary? While some buyers may decide towaivetheir inspection, its risky decision.Yourhome inspectionis a crucial step in the homebuying process. Itassessesthe condition of the home you plan to purchase, so you can avoid costly surprises down the roa [Read More]

If youre thinking of buying a home, youre probably wondering what you need to save for your down payment. Is it 20% of the purchase price, or could you put down less? While there are lower down payment programs available that allow qualified buyers to put down as little as 3.5%, its important to und [Read More]

Many consumers are wondering what will happen with home values over the next few years.Some are concerned that the recent run-up in home prices will lead to a situation similar to the housing crash 15 years ago.However, experts say the market is totally different today. For example, Odeta Kushi, Dep [Read More]

Since the number of homes for sale is low today, it can feel challenging to find one that checks all your boxes. But if you know which features are absolutely essential in your next home and which ones are just nice bonuses, you can land a home that fits your needs.Danielle Hale, Chief Economist for [Read More]

Are you in the process of considering whether to purchase a home? If so, you may be wondering about the steps you should take beforemaking an offer on the house.Lets look at some of the key things to consider before placing an offer on a property you love. Being well prepared will put you in a bette [Read More]