Top Reasons to Hire a Real Estate Agent
You can sell or buy a home in Florida without a realtor. However, just because you’re allowed to doesn’t mean it’s the best idea. Whether you’re planning to buy or sell, having a qualified realtor on your side to guide you and represent your interests is always a good idea. Below, we’ll explore the top…
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Home Sellers’ Closing Costs in Florida Explained
Selling your home in Florida isn’t free. Along with paying to get your home ready to sell (improvements, paint touch-ups, etc), you’ll also need to cover a variety of closing costs. Exactly what you must pay for and how much you’ll owe varies. What are Closing Costs? Closing costs are the costs associated with buying…
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13 Costly Mistakes To Avoid When Selling Your Home
Selling a home can be an emotionally exhausting and, sometimes expensive, process. While you’re sure to hit some road bumps, you can do a lot to avoid costly mistakes when selling your home. Buying a home? Check out 10 home-buying mistakes to avoid! 1. Trying to Sell Your Home On Your Own Selling your home…
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Why Do Real Estate Agents Make So Much Money?
Realtors may make good money off the sale of your home, but it’s probably not as much as you think. How Much Money Do Real Estate Agents Actually Make? According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the median annual wage for real estate sales agents was $49,980 as of May 2022. The median annual wage…
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Post-Occupancy Agreement: All You Need to Know
What is a Post-Occupancy Agreement? A post-occupancy agreement is made between a seller and a buyer of a property that allows the seller to remain in the home for a certain amount of time after the sale of the home. It’s a mutually agreed-upon contract that’s added as a rider to the sales agreement. Why…
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What’s the Best Time of Year to Sell a Home in Florida?
Florida is a desirable state to move to, which is good news if you’re hoping to sell your Floridian home. In fact, in 2022, Florida had the largest net population gain of any other state, with an estimated 319,000 people moving there. However, that doesn’t mean you should just list your property whenever. Timing…
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Should Home Sellers Ignore Lowball Offers?
Your house is finally up for sale, but all you’re getting are lowball offers. While ignoring them might seem like a great idea, it’s not the way to go. Instead, you need to keep your emotions in check, decide if the offer truly is low, and work with your realtor to make a counteroffer. Below,…
Continue Reading ->Can You Change Realtors When Selling Your Home?
If things aren’t working out with the real estate agent selling your home, you might be wondering if you can switch to a new one. For the most part, the answer is yes. However, the steps you’ll need to take to change realtors depend on what your listing agreement says. What is a Listing Agreement?…
Continue Reading ->How Much is Real Estate Commission in Florida?
In Florida, there aren’t set real estate commission fees or mandatory minimum fees. Instead, how much commission a real estate agent receives is 100 percent negotiable. Below, we’ll explore the competitive standard for realtor fees and things to consider when negotiating real estate fees. The Competitive Standard for Real Estate Commissions in Florida In Florida…
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What Adds Value to a Home Appraisal in Florida?
The home appraisal is the home’s estimated value as determined by a licensed appraiser. The appraiser considers the property being appraised as well as the price of similar recently sold homes in the area when calculating a home’s appraisal value. Ways to Improve Your Home’s Appraisal Value in Florida The following actions may help you…
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