by Admin | Sep 20, 2017 | For Buyers
Growing out of your starter home is all part of life. So, if that perfect home that was once a great fit for just the two of you has become a bit overcrowded with the kids, pets, and maybe an in-law, it may be time to upsize. The biggest question is probably: what do...
by Admin | Sep 20, 2017 | Florida Lifestyle, For Buyers, For Sellers, Lakeland Living
In the aftermath of Hurricane Irma, we Floridians are used to seeing downed trees and branches lining the roads waiting to be picked up. Too often, tree maintenance is overlooked and there are several benefits to a well-kept tree beside looks. By regularly trimming...
by Admin | Sep 6, 2017 | For Buyers, Lakeland Living
Deduct the Interest on your Mortgage This is probably the most well-known tax benefit for homeowners. With this deduction, you can deduct all the interest you pay towards your home mortgage with only a few exceptions. For example, your mortgage can not be more than $1...
by Admin | Aug 29, 2017 | Florida Lifestyle, For Buyers, For Sellers, Lakeland Living
A home appraiser’s job is to determine whether or not a house is priced fairly and, then, they report that to the bank. If the list price is too high, the bank will normally pull its funding for the buyer since the home is not listed at a fair market price. So, long...
by Admin | Aug 23, 2017 | For Buyers, For Sellers
Typically, we start to see more and more FSBO, or For Sale By Owner signs during a seller’s market. This is because homeowners don’t want to pay commission so they can maximize their profits… or at least that is the idea. According to the National...
by Admin | Aug 16, 2017 | Florida Lifestyle, For Buyers, Lakeland Living
If you spend your spare time clipping coupons or searching for the best price for a product, it may pain you to think about paying full price for a house. However, there are a few ways you can save big, other than submitting a lowball offer. “Price...
