How Quickly Can We Get a Mortgage After Bankruptcy?

24 Nov

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We get this question a lot in the real estate industry: “When can I get a mortgage if I’ve declared bankruptcy?” You might be surprised to know that it’s quicker and easier than it once was If you’ve gone through a bankruptcy, you may be able to finance a new home two years after receiving bankruptcy... Read more »

Should I Buy a Home With Cash If I Can?

23 Nov

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Many home buyers feel that buying a home with cash is a no-brainer especially if they have the funds to do it, but is it always in your best interest to put up a bunch of cash up front? Realtor.com talks about the advantages of buying a home with cash. Does it make sense to buy a home... Read more »

Mortgage Closing Fees Have Increased in 2013

22 Nov

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The mortgage industry and real estate agents are holding their breath due to the increased closing costs in 2013. What will 2014 bring? According to real estate.MSN.com, a home buyer with a $200,000 loan will pay an average of $2,400 in origination and third-party fees, such as the appraisal, courier fees, and title and escrow... Read more »

Buying Tips for Bonita Springs Real Estate

01 Nov

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What you need to know about buying real estate in Bonita Springs, Florida. The Bonita Springs real estate market is booming with the new subdivisions, country clubs, gated residential neighborhoods and new construction. With so many new companies and companies moving into the Bonita Springs and Estero area, more homebuyers are increasing market values and... Read more »

Lake Park in Naples Florida – Market and Housing Report

15 Oct

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Lake Park is located in Naples, Florida just east of Coquina Sands and north of central Naples. It stretches from Fleischmann Boulevard in the north to 5th Avenue in the south and from Goodlette-Frank Road to U.S. 41. Currently there are about 14 homes for sale within the smaller community priced from $54,000 to $685,000. The average... Read more »

Bonita Springs Florida Real Estate Market Report

08 Oct

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Bonita Springs has seen a huge increase in home prices and the amount of buyers over the last six months. We had a record high summer and now as we head into the fall, we are still seeing prices rise slightly with a decrease in homes on the market. There are currently 2,138 homes and... Read more »

Tropical Storm Karen and How to Keep Your House Safe

03 Oct

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Tropical storm Karen has formed out in the Gulf of Mexico and we’ve been issued a hurricane watch warning. The U.S. National Hurricane Center in Miami says that the storm formed Thursday morning. It is currently about 500 miles south of the mouth of the Mississippi River. A hurricane watch has been issued for the... Read more »

Why Live in South Naples?

26 Sep

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South Naples consists of South and Central Naples, Olde Naples and Port Royal. It incorporates Foxfire Country Club, Naples Lake, and a variety of other resorts and residential communities between Interstate-75 and U.S. 41. Keep in mind that South Naples is not an oceanfront community, however, most of downtown Naples, Olde Naples and Port Royal are on the... Read more »

Esplanade in Naples Florida

19 Sep

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Naples Florida is proud to present the Esplanade Golf and Country Club. This gated community will consist of over 1,100 residential homes and estates with 1,800 acres of wetlands, lakes and nature preserves for residents to enjoy. In addition to the residential communities, Esplanade is also home to an 18-hole championship golf course in a beautiful and... Read more »

Use a Buyers Agent – Save Some Dough!

12 Sep

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I’m always surprised to learn how many buyers, even repeat buyers don’t understand the value of a buyer’s agent. A buyer’s agent works only with buyers rather than the seller so the buyer’s needs, budget, and search criteria are top priority. A listing agent’s primary goal is to sell that particular property for a seller.... Read more »