While the seller’s market is nowhere near as strong today as it was in the first half of 2022, you still want to put your best foot forward when making an offer on a home in today’s market. The infographic from Florida Realtors below provides some helpful insights on how to do just that.
When you list your home for sale, it will directly compete against other listed properties in our area. Pricing your home competitively is important, but so are factors like appeal and property condition. You know your property better than anyone else, so you understandably may be aware of some repair issues that you have been delaying. Are you trying to decide which of these repairs require your attention before listing your home for sale? Here are some important factors to consider.
We continue to move closer to market balance in Manatee County after a lengthy run of sellers holding most of the cards. Inventory levels are up to almost 4 months of sales (6 months is considered in balance between buyers and sellers). As the price point rises, inventory levels shift more towards buyer leverage. We are now entering our peak season in Florida, so the next few months will be telling as to the market direction. The infographic from Florida Realtors below has the latest results from November.
If you enjoy fishing (or think you might) but have never hired a fishing charter in our area, you are missing out. Especially if you are looking for ways to entertain your out-of-town guests this holiday season. While I am not going to recommend a specific charter since there literally tons of great options, I am going to use this article to help you understand the differences between nearshore and offshore fishing trips. Also, I will share a few pieces of advice on what to bring and what not to bring.
If you are thinking about one, here are some useful tips from Florida Realtors.
