Orlando has been named the best city in the nation for house-flipping according to a report released by RealtyTrac. The city was the most profitable housing market for house-flippers in 2012, with Lakeland and Tampa, Florida close behind. House flippers are investors who purchase a home in order to turn around and sell it, usually … Read more
Orlando House Flippers Most Profitable in US
Posted on May 9, 2013 byTags: Florida Real Estate
Residential Lead Based Paint Hazard Reduction Act in Florida
Posted on May 3, 2013 byIf you are selling a home in Florida, there are certain things that you must disclose to potential buyers. If you home was built before 1978, then you must comply with federal regulations set forth by the Residential Lead Based Paint Hazard Reduction Act of 1992. These regulations include: – Disclosing all known lead-based paint … Read more
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Landlords, Tenants, and Lease Agreements
Posted on February 28, 2013 byLandlord and Tenant disputes are hardly rare in the legal system, and many times the issues are the result of a poorly drafted lease agreement in which the tenant or landlord did not know their rights and responsibilities. Language in a lease agreement is of the utmost importance. One of the best examples of this … Read more
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Real Estate Closing Process in Florida
Posted on November 28, 2012 byThe real estate closing process in Florida customarily follows a series of steps. As a result, even the simplest transaction can take between 30-45 days to close. Once the buyer and seller of a property have agreed to an offer, it is drafted in writing, signed by the buyer and seller, and an initial escrow … Read more
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Now is the Time for Foreign Investment in Florida
Posted on November 21, 2012 byThe diminished value of the U.S. Dollar is still offering the opportunity to make money for foreigners who invest in real estate in Florida. With the rise in short-sales and foreclosures, foreign investors are able to buy properties for a low cost. Investors are able to buy a multi-family home for the cost of an … Read more
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Short Sales for Non-Delinquent Borrowers in Florida and Across the U.S.
Posted on November 1, 2012 byStarting TODAY, for the first time ever, borrowers, in Florida and across the U.S., who have never missed a mortgage payment will be able to short sell their houses if they can demonstrate a hardship, such as loss of employment or the death of a spouse. This new rule will allow for underwater homeowners to … Read more
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A New Generation of House Flippers
Posted on October 18, 2012 byThe housing market is starting to show signs of life again, attracting a new generation of “house flippers.” Areas of the country that were greatly affected by the housing crash are beginning to regain strength. According to the research firm RealtyTrac, the number of flips nationwide rose 25 percent during the first half of 2012, … Read more
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Don’t Be A Victim: Fraudulent Out-of-Country Buyers
Posted on September 3, 2012 byMost foreign property buyers have a legitimate interest in buying a property in the U.S. However, the increased number of scams in the real estate market from fraudulent out of state buyers have increased, causing title companies and real estate attorneys to lose time and money. How the scams are conducted: The first person that … Read more
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Tips for Selling Your Home
Posted on August 28, 2012 byWith the Florida real estate market improving, many sellers are looking for ways to improve the marketability of their homes. One way homes are made more attractive to potential buyers is through professional photography. Good pictures can be the difference between receiving multiple offers and contracting to sell your home within two weeks at your … Read more
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How to Invest in Real Estate?
Posted on July 12, 2012 byAs the prices of real estate are getting lower and lower, it is easier for average people to invest in real estate. According to Investopedia, there are five simple ways to invest in real estate, which are: Buying rental properties- this is a good source of income once the mortgage is paid off (if applicable) … Read more
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