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5 Things Your Home Appraiser Wishes You Knew

So you thought you were in the homestretch because you accepted a great bid on your home? Think again! The closing process has only just begun—and for most sellers, the appraisal can be one of the scariest parts. For starters, lenders often require the use of their own, FHA-approved appraiser. That means you get zero say in who’s … Read more

What Would a Millennial Baby Boom Mean for Housing?

Recently released data from the National Center for Health Statistics revealed that 1.3 million Millennial women gave birth for the first time in 2015. There are now over 16 million women in this generation who have become mothers. “All told, Millennial women (those born between 1981 to 1997) accounted for about eight in ten (82%) of U.S. … Read more

Are You Getting the Home Tax Deductions You’re Entitled To?

Here are the tax tips you need to get a jump on your returns. By DONA DEZUBE If you’re eligible, take advantage of these home ownership-related tax deductions and strategies to lower your tax bill: Mortgage Interest Deduction To claim the  mortgage interest deduction, you must itemize using Schedule A, and your mortgage must be secured by your primary … Read more

How to Fix a Clogged Garbage Disposal

A garbage disposal makes it easier to clean your kitchen while also reducing the amount of waste that you send to the landfill. Rather than sending food scraps out with the trash, where they can take years to decompose at their final destination, you can dispose of them with your wastewater by using a garbage disposal. Unfortunately, sometimes … Read more

How To Prepare Your Home For Hurricane Season

The summer months can bring stormy weather (Hurricane Season) to Florida. Whether you are a native, implant or new Floridian, everyone should have a plan in place. 1.)  Do Your Research Find local shelters at floridadisaster.org/shelters. Shelters may or may not accept pets; most county websites designate pet-friendly shelter locations. Gather emergency contact numbers. Designate an … Read more

Homeowner’s Net Worth Is 45x Greater Than A Renter’s

Every three years, the Federal Reserve conducts a Survey of Consumer Finances in which they collect data across all economic and social groups. The latest survey, which includes data from 2010-2013, reports that a homeowner’s net worth is 36 times greater than that of a renter ($194,500 vs. $5,400). In a Forbes article, the National Association of Realtors’ (NAR) Chief … Read more

Millennials flocking to South Florida and the Treasure Coast to buy homes

  Port St. Lucie ranks in top 10 for millennials in South Florida. PORT ST. LUCIE, Fla. — Millennials represent the largest share of the home buying population in the country, making up about 34 percent of buyers. Realtor Danielle Lawler works to understand what buyers want, including millennials. “A lot of it is driven … Read more

Florida Legislature passes bill that could boost foreign investment in real estate

The Florida Legislature recently passed a bill that would make remote online notarizations legal. This move could speed up foreign and out-of-state real estate investment in the Sunshine State. Florida’s House of Representatives and Senate approved House Bill 409, which now heads to Gov. Ron DeSantis’ desk. If DeSantis signs it into law, Florida would … Read more

5 Steps You Can Take TODAY to Fix Your Finances

Do you worry about your finances frequently, yet don’t do anything to change the situation you’re in? These small steps will help you get to a place of financial security. 5 Steps You Can Take TODAY to Become More Financially Secure 1. Write down your top 3 financial priorities. To start, write down EVERYTHING that … Read more

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