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Home Buying Real Estate

3 Questions to Ask Before Buying a Home

It can seem as if there are a million questions to ask before buying a home. How many bedrooms do you need, what school zone do you want to be in, is having a pool important to you, etc. Honestly, it can be quite daunting to think about, even for me, a realtor who is paid to think about these types of questions. Here are my big three questions – those that cannot be worked around and require serious thought before moving into your next home. If your answers do not bode well for the house in question, it is probably not the house for you.

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Home Buying Home Selling Real Estate

Single Family Home Market Update

Whether you are looking to buy, sell or invest in real estate, it is important to understand market conditions. Real estate is hyper-local, with market dynamics changing from subdivision to subdivision. However, county trends generally give you a good idea of what to expect.

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Home Buying Real Estate

Tips for House Hunting Online

Hunting for a new home online is a great place to start your search, but it should not be your end all be all. Good listing agents are excellent at highlighting the best features of the home, but keep in mind there may be more than meets the eye. To make the most of your time and efforts and gather a well-rounded picture of home listings online, keep the following three things in mind.

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Home Buying Home Selling Mortgages Real Estate

Mortgage Interest Rate Update

We saw mortgage interest rates drop again in the last 30 days. The recent change will save new borrowers another $3 per month for every $100,000 borrowed. Average U.S. rates for 30-year fixed rate mortgages were at 2.65% as of this week. Last month at this time, they were sitting at 2.71%. Of course, both are historically low.

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Home Decor Home Decor Real Estate

Create a Stunning Interior in Your New Home

Buying a new house in the Sarasota/Manatee area is an exciting event, perhaps allowing you to live in the home of your dreams. As you make plans to move in, you may also be considering ways to create a stunning interior for your new living space. Florida interiors capitalize on the fresh breezes, warm climate and many days of sunshine.