You have a buyer for your home, the closing date is set and still, you feel uneasy. Here are four issues that can cause 11th-hour chaos and how you can keep the closing process on track. 1. Cloud on the title Before selling your home, you must prove that your...
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Using home inspection reports to negotiate a lower price
There are many moving parts involved in purchasing a Florida home. If you have your eye on a particular property, one thing you want to do before making a final decision is have a professional home inspector perform a home inspection. The main point of a home...
How do you handle a driveway encroachment?
Dealing with property division and boundaries can sometimes cause a headache for people, even though it normally does not pose a problem. This is the case in the event of a driveway encroachment. But exactly what is this, and how does a property owner handle it?...
What do Florida home sellers have to disclose about a property?
When you buy a home in Florida, it is important that you do your research and make sure the property you buy does not have any major issues or problems that are going to cost you down the line. There are also certain things about a home that the seller has a legal...
Is it ok to buy a home that has a party wall?
If you are trying to become a homeowner in Florida's red-hot housing market, you simply may be unable to afford a single-family home. After all, according to Zillow, the average cost of a house in Orlando is currently nearly $370,000. Even though there are few cheap...
How do you deal with tenants who will not pay?
Landlords generally have a protected right to receive payment from tenants. However, some tenants may come across situations in their life that make it difficult for them to financially handle this, thus leading to troubles paying rent. Fortunately, there are ways to...
Improving the marketability of your home
Getting your home ready to sell in Florida can bring feelings of excitement, as well as stress and uncertainty. Because first impressions make a significant impact on homebuyers, you will want to put in the work to elevate your home's appeal. Taking time to prepare...
Landlords and tenants may sign percentage lease agreements
Florida commercial real estate owners may offer tenants flexibility in negotiating lease agreements. New businesses, for example, may find rentals that allow them to end leases should their startups fail. As noted by PYMNTS.com, property owners with vacancies could...
How do you close on a home?
When purchasing your first property - or even a second or third - going through the closing process can feel like a lot to deal with all at once. You may also feel strong and plentiful emotions, as closing on a home essentially equates to crossing the finish line. In...
Do you know these home inspection red flags?
You feel ready to buy your first or next house in Florida, and you want to set yourself up for success. To ensure you do not move into a money pit, have a professional perform a home inspection. To help you identify potential problem areas, see what U.S. News &...