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Tag: Buying A Home

Posted on 03/07/2021
Should You Establish Property Buying Goals?
As a homebuyer, it may be beneficial to establish goals. Because once you know what you want to accomplish during the homebuying journey, you can take the necessary steps to achieve your homebuying aspirations. Now, let's take a look at three factors to consider as you develop homebuying goals. 1. Your Dream Home Define your dream house – you...
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Posted on 02/14/2021
Living by the Water - Is It Worth It?
Photo by Paul Brennan via Pixabay If you’ve always wanted to live by the water and are considering relocating - great! The question is, do you really want to live by the water, or is it something you’ve seen in a movie and think it’s the next best thing since sliced bread? Visiting South Florida and staying in...
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Posted on 01/24/2021
How Long Will It Take You to Find Your Ideal Florida Luxury Home?
Although there is no shortage of premium luxury homes in Jacksonville, St Augustine and other Florida cities and towns, the top residences sell quickly. Thus, for those who hesitate as they pursue Sunshine State luxury houses, it may take many weeks or months to find and purchase the right residence. Ultimately, there are many things that you can do...
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Posted on 11/29/2020
Reasons to Love Living in a Planned Housing Community
Photo by Ricarda Mölck via Pixabay Everyone loves a planned community because it's new as well as fashionable. Most are affordable, too. But the perks don't stop there. The benefits of relocating to a planned community in East Florida are many. Planned Communities Make Living Easy Planned communities are entire neighborhoods that have been designed from end-to-end before...
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Posted on 11/22/2020
Key Homebuying Costs You Need to Know About
If you plan to purchase a house in the foreseeable future, it generally is a good idea to plan ahead for all of your potential homebuying costs. That way, you can secure the funds you need to purchase your dream house. Now, let's take a look at three costs that every homebuyer needs to consider during the property buying...
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Posted on 11/15/2020
Are You Better Suited to Rent or Buy a Jacksonville Home ?
Photo by Paul Brennan via Pixabay Thinking of making the move to Jacksonville, Florida? It's not a bad idea when you consider Atlantic Beach and the Riverside Arts Market. Jacksonville boasts its own zoo and wildlife refuge, too, along with miles of beaches. There's ton for the family to see and do here, and it's all just a...
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Posted on 10/18/2020
Who's Buying Homes in Florida?
Image by Michelle Maria from Pixabay When it comes to the market, the demographics behind the buyers says a lot about its stability. Sellers can use this information to decide how best to showcase their home, and prospective investors can use it to predict the most profitable trends that will influence the state. Plus, it helps buyers know...
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Posted on 09/13/2020
Finding the Right Agent for Your Needs and Goals
If you've set a goal of buying your first home within the next year, there are several things you can begin doing now to set the stage for a positive experience. While it pays to familiarize yourself with everything from your credit score to mortgage options, choosing a good real estate agent will prove to be an invaluable advantage...
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Posted on 06/14/2020
Establish Priorities When Searching for Your Next Home
Since there are so many things to keep in mind when searching for the right home, it can be very helpful to create a priority list. If you're at the beginning of the house-hunting process, one of the best ways to clarify your thoughts is by organizing them in a notebook or on a computer screen. As is the...
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Posted on 05/24/2020
What Defines a Successful House Search?
A successful home search enables you to discover your dream residence at a budget-friendly price. However, conducting a successful house search may be difficult, particularly for individuals who fail to prepare for the homebuying journey. Lucky for you, there are many things you can do to prevent problems as you search for your ideal home. Now, let's take a...
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Posted on 02/16/2020
Rise Above the Homebuying Competition
Let's face it – there is no shortage of buyers competing for the top residences. However, there are many things you can do to rise above the homebuying competition, and these include: 1. Review the Local Housing Market The housing market fluctuates. In some instances, the housing market may favor buyers. Or, in other cases, it may favor sellers....
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Posted on 01/05/2020
Determine If a House Is Right for You
The definition of a "dream house" varies from homebuyer to homebuyer. Fortunately, there are many things you can do to determine if a residence is right for you. Now, let's take a look at three tips to help you evaluate a home so you can decide whether to proceed with an offer to purchase. 1. Review a Home's Features...
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