These Are the 4 Upfront Costs of Buying a House
When you’re looking to buy a home, there are several expenses involved in addition to the actual purchase price of the home. To help ensure you aren’t caught off guard with any unexpected expenses, here are the upfront costs associated with buying a home.
Should You Go with A Local or National Lender?
We get asked this question all the time – is it better to go with a local or national lender for your mortgage? It’s a complicated question and the answer tends to vary depending on the state of the market. Currently, we are in a very competitive market. And when the market is highly competitive, […]
Should You Rent or Buy in Jacksonville?
As a military town, we get a lot of military families relocating here from places like Coronado, San Diego, and all over the country. When moving to a new city, one of the first decisions you need to make is whether you want to rent or buy a house. Location, Location, Location Jacksonville is a […]
Property Management for Peace of Mind in Jacksonville
For most people, their home is their biggest investment and largest asset. So, choosing a property manager to take care of it is an especially important decision. There are a lot of property managers to choose from in Northeast Florida, but there are three key elements that make us stand out. 1. Accessibility We will […]
Tips for Buying a House in Jacksonville
Here are three important tips for buying a house in Jacksonville in the current market. Currently, we are in a sellers’ market. What exactly does that mean for you when you’re buying a house? Simply put, it means if you sleep on a house that you’re interested in, you run the risk of losing […]
Tips to Sell Your House in 2021
Here are some tips for selling your house in 2021. So far, 2021 has been a sellers market and we don’t expect that to change in the short term. In many cases, houses are selling for above list price and will go under contract in a matter of days, sometimes hours. If you’re thinking about […]
What are CDD Fees?
Community Development Districts As a home buyer, determining how much you can afford to spend on a home is often the first, and most important decisions in the home-buying process. In Florida, this often includes more than just a consideration of the price tag of the home, but also what the Homeowners Association (HOA) and […]
Homebuyer Checklist
You have made the decision to buy a home! But now what? Here is a quick seven step guide to help prepare you for the process. 1. Find out how much money you are eligible to borrow. I know you may be thinking, why shop mortgages before shopping homes? The answer is twofold. First, determining […]
Northeast Florida Recent Sales
Northeast Florida Recent Sales Selling a home can be very unnerving, especially if the market appears slow. However, according to recent statistics on re-sales in Northeast Florida, there is good news for those who are thinking about selling: now is a great time! New listings are up 7.5% Medium home price is up 9% Average […]
Buying a Home as a Millennial in Jacksonville
Buying a Home as a Millennial in Jacksonville, Florida “Millennials,” or those born between 1980-1995, make up 32% of homebuyers nationwide. Did you know that Jacksonville is the 4th most affordable housing market for millennials nationwide? From Riverside to the beaches, Jacksonville’s large array of neighborhoods makes it possible for first time homebuyers to find […]
