Category Archives: Florida Real Estate

November 10, 2011

New HARP Refinance Program

The new Home Affordable Refinance Program (HARP) that will allow many underwater homeowners to refinance their homes is being modified. HARP was first introduced in 2009; however, not many homeowners utilized its benefits. The new HARP program will allow more … Continue reading →

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October 13, 2011

30 Money Saving Tips

Do you want to buy a new home, but you haven’t saved up quite enough money yet for a down payment? Are you already a homeowner on a tight budget? Do you just need to save more money so you … Continue reading →

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September 8, 2011

Is Now a Good Time to Buy a Home?

The recent downgrade on the U.S. debt should technically raise interest rates on consumer loans; however, the cost to borrow has actually decreased. The average 30-year fixed rate mortgage hit a low of just 4.32% last week, according to Freddie … Continue reading →

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September 1, 2011

Why Do I Need An Agent for My Short Sale?

There can be many different personal reasons you decide to proceed with a short sale on your home. The short sale process can be very complicated, and if you don’t hire a competent real estate agent with short sale experience, … Continue reading →

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July 28, 2011

Starting Your Search for a New Home

Getting preapproved for a home loan is the first step you should take before searching for a new home. If you haven’t already been pre-approved for a home loan, make sure you get pre-approved before searching for a home or … Continue reading →

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July 7, 2011

Poll: 9 in 10 Americans Value Home Ownership

While nearly one-quarter of home owners owe more on their home than it’s currently worth, Americans still see the value in home ownership and still consider it part of the American dream. Nearly nine in 10 Americans say home ownership … Continue reading →

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June 16, 2011

Top 5 Home Trends

Now that we’re halfway into 2011, what are the biggest home trends new homeowners are seeing this year?   1. McMansions are out.  The era of the McMansion is over, according to the 2011 edition of “Emerging Trends in Real … Continue reading →

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June 9, 2011

Fannie Mae Issues New Standards for Servicers

On Monday, Fannie Mae issued new standards for mortgage servicers related to the management of delinquent loans, default prevention, and foreclosure timeframes. The announcement of the new standards sprung from The Federal Housing Finance Agency(FHFA) initiative to bring Fannie Mae’s … Continue reading →

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May 19, 2011

Why Isn’t My Home Getting Shown?

This is such a great article,  we wanted to share the whole thing.  Kudos to NashvilleBrian.  The same principles apply here in Tampa, Florida. We have found that reputation and professional photos are key. We’ll be happy to demonstrate how we apply all … Continue reading →

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May 12, 2011

Beware of Foreclosure Rescue Scams

The threat of losing your home can lead some homeowners to take desperate measures to find companies who claim to reduce your monthly mortgage payment or take other steps to save your home. Unfortunately, there are many scam artists stealing … Continue reading →

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