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Steps to investing in commercial real estate
Individuals in Florida and throughout the country may be able to generate wealth by investing in commercial real estate. However, it is important that a person thoroughly vets a property prior to putting money into it. Investors should also know that commercial real...
The cost of living in quality school districts
Parents in Florida will often take bold steps to provide for their children. A Realtor.com survey found that 78 percent of respondents gave up items on their housing wish list to live in a good school district. Among the most common amenities that buyers passed up...
Buying a home while paying off student loans
There are currently 44 million Americans who owe a total of $1.5 trillion in student loan debt according to the website Make Lemonade. However, some in Florida and throughout the country may doubt whether or not they can buy a home while carrying such debt. The good...
Understanding commercial real estate loans
Florida residents who are interested in starting a business may be concerned about securing an ideal commercial location. Getting financing is an important part of obtaining commercial real estate. Prospective business owners should understand where they should go for...
Assessing the likelihood of making a 20 percent down payment
Individuals in Florida who are interested in buying a home may have to spend over six years to save up for a 20 percent down payment. This is a result of both higher rents and higher home prices throughout the country. According to an analysis by HotPads, it could...
Summertime tips for selling a home
Summer is a popular time to sell a home. Homeowners in Florida can take certain steps to entice buyers to give their property serious consideration. Having an open house is an effective method for giving prospective buyers an up-close look at a home. However, during...
How buyers can protect themselves when getting a home
Those who are planning on buying a home in Florida should make use of contingencies and disclosures. When a buyer goes to an open house, the seller should provide a disclosure form that lists all the potential problems with the home. If there are known issues that...
The tax consequences of buying a home today
Florida residents who are thinking about buying a home should not do so merely for the tax breaks. This is because recent changes to the tax code may reduce a homeowner's ability to lower his or her overall liability. For instance, it is necessary to itemize...
Commercial real estate market may not be as strong in 2018
For Florida investors in commercial properties, 2017 was generally a good year. However, 2018 may not be so rosy according to a report by the Mortgage Bankers Association. Slower growth with net operating income and increased interest rates are among the factors cited...
Home sale growth expected despite market headwinds
Home sales in Florida and throughout the country are expected to climb 3 percent in 2018, according to a projection from the May 2018 Outlook Report produced by Freddie Mac. This is despite the fact that home prices are surging, interest rates continue to rise and...