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6 Reasons Why You Should Downsize Your House in Florida

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You often hear of downsizing when the kids move out of the house and mom and dad find a smaller house with fewer rooms. Maybe you could benefit from downsizing? Here are 5 reasons why you should downsize your house in Florida. Pay Off Debts If you downsize your house in Florida, you could pay … Continued

Short Sale vs Foreclosure – What’s the Difference in Florida?

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Whether you’re a buyer or a borrower/seller, a short sale, and foreclosure each present different advantages and difficulties. What Is A Foreclosure In Florida, Florida? In simple terms… “A foreclosed home is one in which the owner is unable to make his mortgage loan payments and the bank repossessed the home” (source).  If you stop … Continued

How Much Does It Cost To Sell Your House In Florida?

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Do you know how much it costs to sell your house in Florida? When working with a real estate agent, there can be a large number of costs that home sellers aren’t always aware of. Before signing a listing agreement with a Florida real estate agent, make sure you are aware of the costs you … Continued

5 Tips For Downsizing Your House In Florida

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Moving is stressful for many people, but downsizing your house is a great way to save money and save it or invest it into something else. Here are 5 tips for downsizing your house in Florida.  Use a Tape Measure The first tip to downsizing your house is to make sure the furniture you want … Continued

How to Stay in My Home After Foreclosure in Florida

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A recent study estimates that 47% of foreclosed properties are still occupied. When you first see that stat you may be surprised… but we’re not. What most people don’t realize is that banks aren’t in the business to own homes. They are in the business to loan people money. But when they have to foreclose … Continued

5 Ways To Get Out of Your Mortgage in Florida

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People will often buy a house only to have their needs change as the years go by. Paying a mortgage on an unwanted house can be incredibly stressful and frustrating. In this post, we offer 5 ways to get out of your mortgage in Florida so you can move on with your life!  Paying an … Continued

Understanding the Foreclosure Process in Florida

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Understanding the foreclosure process in Florida is an important part of navigating your own home foreclosure. Before we dive in… Understanding the Foreclosure Process in Florida What is foreclosure anyway? Foreclosure is the legal process that lenders use to take back property securing a loan, generally after the borrower stops making payments. Foreclosure is no fun. … Continued

5 Signs of A Great Deal When Buying Florida Real Estate

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As an investor, you are always looking for a great deal, but how can you tell? Here are 5 signs of a great deal when buying Florida real estate. 5 Signs of A Great Deal When Buying Florida Real Estate No Zoning Issues or Liens It is important that you research a potential investment for … Continued

3 Ways To Tell Real Estate Agents And Investors Apart In Florida

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If you’re thinking of selling, you’ll likely connect with people who want to help. Some will be agents and some will be investors. Check out this blog post to read about 3 ways to tell real estate agents and investors apart in Florida, and help you understand why you might want to work with one … Continued

5 Things You Should Know About Florida FSBO Property Listings

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FSBO property listings are one option for homeowners in Florida. “Let’s sell it ourselves and save all of those real estate agent commission fees for ourselves!” Sounds great, right? When it comes to FSBO listings for sale by owner, going it alone isn’t always the right move. The process of selling a home is much … Continued