Buying or selling a home at the ‘ right time ’ is tougher than it sounds. People usually take these actions as a result of life event or financial issues. The economy and real estate forecasts are typically secondary considerations. Yet both sellers and buyers often pose the question, “When is the ... » Learn More about Predicting the ‘Right Time’ to purchase or Sell a Home
Florida Housing 2017
Tampa firm invests by way of an unusual bankruptcy method
Two years ago, a new Tampa company called RE-710 declared bankruptcy to halt foreclosure of nearly 50 homes it had been renting out for 1000's of dollars. The company was so new it didn't have employees, equipment or furniture. It had acquired the majority of the properties just a few days before ... » Learn More about Tampa firm invests by way of an unusual bankruptcy method
Buyers Beware: You may well be Under Surveillance
Surprise, home buyers: You might be on hidden camera. You may believe you’re having private discussions about the merits of a homeowner’s wallpaper, the ugly, orange tiles inside the bathrooms, or perhaps the to-die-for bay windows while you tour a property. But what people often don’t realize is ... » Learn More about Buyers Beware: You may well be Under Surveillance
4 Things to Ponder Before purchasing a Cabin
Is the call of the great outdoors getting louder? A cabin in the mountains, on the lake or in the serene middle-of-nowhere can be a great place to get away to. Before you begin shopping, here are some points to consider. 4 Things to Ponder Before purchasing a Cabin 1. Are you able to afford ... » Learn More about 4 Things to Ponder Before purchasing a Cabin
Keep an eye out: Top 10 Building Code Violations
Here’s an alarming stat: About 45 percent of residential field inspections reveal a code violation, according to the Common Code Violations survey released in 2013 by the International Code Council and the National Association of Home Builders. With that said, inspectors are reporting fewer ... » Learn More about Keep an eye out: Top 10 Building Code Violations