First Time Homeowners – When is the Right Time to Buy?
Buying a house is no doubt one of the biggest purchases you will make in your life. Even if you’ve saved, calculated, and researched, the process of buying a house is still very stressful and is something that will affect your everyday life for the long haul. The first thing you will want to consider …
Holiday Safety Tips for your Home during the Holidays
The holiday season is definitely something that everyone looks forward to. Tasks that many of us normally dread doing are things they we get excited for. Braving mall parking lots, cooking colossal meals, and even decorating the house can all seem mundane during any other time of the year. </ br> During the holiday season, however, …
5 Things to Know About Owning Beachfront Property
Owning a home on the beach is a dream for many families. Or for investors, beach homes can be smart business investments that provide you with immediate rental income and long-term equity. Whether you’re buying an oceanfront home for yourself or as an income property, there are some important factors to consider. Beach homes have …
Become a Landlord In 5 Easy Steps
Do you dream of having a passive monthly income? Do you want the freedom and the ability to travel whenever you’d like? You can achieve this dream lifestyle by buying an investment property. Becoming a landlord doesn’t have to be difficult when you follow these five easy steps. 1. Secure a Rentable Property The first …
Getting Your First Home Mortgage – How to Get a Home Mortgage
For first-time homebuyers, the idea of making that first step towards your long-term future is exciting. But, it can also be overwhelming if you’re not prepared to apply for your first mortgage. It’s important for first-time home buyers need to do everything they can to qualify for a mortgage before they begin shopping for homes. …
Poinciana – A hidden gem in Central Florida for Property Investors
Poinciana is a master-planned community located southwest of Kissimmee, FL, another hidden gem. Comprised of 10 villages brought together under one Homeowners Association (HOA), Poinciana isn’t an incorporated city, but rather a census-designated place (CDP). Six of its villages are located in Polk County, while four are in Osceola County all making up the Association …
Preparing your home for Hurricane Season
Florida property owners should be advised that experts are predicting a wild hurricane season for 2017. An above-average number of storms are expected to hit the Atlantic. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration predicts between 5 and 9 hurricanes between June and November. As property managers in Orlando we personally know how important it is …
Finding and Buying a Home in 2017
The home buying landscaping has changed drastically over the past 20 years. What used to be a slow, time-consuming process has been made more efficient by web-based MLS listings and thousands of searchable websites. According to Redfin, a real estate search giant, homes in 2017 are selling at record rates. The average home now …
5 Easy Ways to Keep Costs Down as the Heat Goes Up
Floridians know that our summers can and do get scorching hot. And, hot temperatures mean high cooling and electrical costs. But there are ways to keep yourself cool and comfortable without burning a huge hole in your wallet this summer. Here are 5 great ways for keeping your summer energy costs low: 1. Use Floor …
Kissimmee: A hidden gem in Central Florida for Property Investors
Perfectly situated just 17 miles south of Orlando’s town center, Kissimmee, FL is truly a hidden gem for property investors to consider. Kissimmee is part of Central Florida’s Osceola county, which runs along the shore of Lake Tohopekaliga—commonly called Lake Toho among locals. Founded in 1883, Kissimmee eventually grew to become a tourist destination thanks …
