FHA mortgages are very attractive to many first-time homebuyers, as well as buyers who wish to put down a lower down payment. Only 3.5% of the total purchase price is required as a down payment with an FHA mortgage. Until recently, the Federal Housing Administration (FHA) wasn’t allowing borrowers who went through a bankruptcy, foreclosure, deed-in-lieu, or […]
Top 7 Mistakes Buyers Make in a Seller’s Market
Since the upturn of the market, there is a smaller window of opportunity for Buyers to find homes now that we’ve entered a Seller’s Market. Below are 7 tips that a home buyer needs to take into consideration even before the home search begins: 1. Not getting preapproved & having a “Good Faith Estimate”. […]
10 Things You Didn’t Know about Signature Place Condos & Lofts
As one of St. Petersburg’s most desirable luxury properties, Signature Place sits beautifully adjacent to the largest marina in Florida. The luxury property is steps from the Saturday morning farmer’s market, the Saint Petersburg Yacht Club, and the Historic Vinoy Park Hotel. The location attracts buyers looking for the Bayfront lifestyle in the heart of […]
7 Easy Ways to Help the Victims of the Tornadoes
The loss of life, homes and devastation in Oklahoma City suburbs after the monster tornado ripped through the area are heart-wrenching. Our thoughts are with the victims and families through out the midwest that have been affected by this recent string of tornadoes. We have compiled a list of 7 charities you can easily text […]
Fannie Mae Overpricing their Short Sales and Foreclosures?
If you’ve been following the papers much lately – you know that there are several big hedge funds buying up a lot of the Tampa Bay short sales and foreclosures in our market. I work for one investor who is not a hedge fund, but buys some properties similar to what the hedge funds are […]
20 Things a Burglar Won’t Tell You
One of the scariest things that can happen to a homeowner is a home invasion. Here are some tips a Burglar won’t tell you to help you avoid one. 1. Of course I look familiar. I was here just last week cleaning your carpets, painting your shutters, or delivering your new refrigerator. 2. Hey, thanks […]
