Smart, Simple, and Fast Investing in the Orlando Real Estate Market
Are You on Track for a Comfortable Retirement? If we’re being honest, for most Americans, the answer is “no.” Either we got a late start on our 401k, haven’t contributed enough, cashed out early, or never got around to starting one. Well, as they say, it’s never too late. Pensions are typically a thing of ...
Exterior Home Upgrades to Make Before Selling
Before you list your Orlando-area house on the market, realtors recommend you consider upgrades that will increase the property value. But how do you know which upgrades will give you the most bang for your buck? Some exterior home upgrades to make before selling may come with higher upfront price tags, but nearly pay for ...
Orlando Real Estate Investments in 2021
Orlando consistently ranks as one of the best places in the country to live, work, and play. Known for warm weather, gorgeous white sand beaches, and, of course, home to Walt Disney World, you can see why. And with more than 68 million visitors annually, this makes Orlando real estate investments in 2021 a good ...
How Much Equity Do I Need When Selling My Home?
The reasons for selling an existing property vary as much as the number of houses on the market. Maybe you’ve heard about the seller’s market and want in on the action. Maybe your job has taken you outside the Orlando area. Or maybe you’ve outgrown your current home. You’ve heard the amount of equity in ...
How Florida Real Estate Contracts Work
In today’s real estate climate, as the quantity of houses on the market diminishes, the bidding can get fierce. A seller’s market would be an understatement. If you have a house on the market, you may get tons of bids. The counteroffer dance can earn you a few more yards in the seller’s market game. ...
Will the Florida Housing Market Crash in 2021?
Anyone with a crystal ball in early 2020 sure didn’t let us know what the year had in store. While the global pandemic and economic impact negatively affected many industries, real estate was an exception. With the mass exodus out of big cities, many areas experienced a housing market boom. People fled New York City, ...
What Is a Realtor Referral Program?
Experienced realtors know that housing markets ebb and flow––even in a traditionally booming market like the Orlando area. Before a house goes on the market, most investment property realtors may sense that the timing is off to list it. And until they see more favorable conditions, they may recommend clients rent out a house using ...
When It’s Time to Sell Your Rental Property
Unlike long-term relationships, parting ways with an rental property should not evoke sentimental feelings. Consider this strictly business, even if you want to sell a house you lived in for years. This is about your financial health. To paraphrase the late Kenny Rogers: you got to know when to hold and know when to walk ...
ROIs on Rental Upgrades
Periodically, we recommend our clients consider upgrades to their property. These differ from repair and maintenance projects as they are not required, and increase the value of the home. And they help to improve the overall rentability of a real estate property and the amount of rent an owner can charge. We use software developed ...
Looking to Rent Your Property? How to Pick the Right Neighborhood
There are many different ways to invest in real estate. For instance, rather than selling a current property, you may choose to rent it out—especially if you own it free and clear. If you don’t own a home that you want to rent, however, finding one can be a challenge. Many variables weigh into whether ...
