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How To Estimate What You Can Really Afford in Central Florida

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If you’re looking to buy a house, you’ve probably wondered at some point how to estimate what you can really afford in {market_city]. And it’s a smart move to figure that out before you ever start looking. Doing some affordability calculations, in the beginning, will allow you shop within your price range and so will … Continued

How Much Can You Really Afford To Pay For A House in Central Florida?

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Very often, people buy houses without first knowing what they can really afford – often a costly, life-impacting oversight. Qualifying for a $250,00 mortgage doesn’t mean that you can actually afford that much house. How much you can really afford to pay for a house in Central Florida is determined by a lot more than … Continued

How To Sell Your House During The Holidays in Central Florida

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The holiday season, which is basically November through January, is generally considered one the worst times to try to sell your house in Central Florida. It’s not as bad as many people would have you believe, though, especially when you have a good real estate agent in your corner. During the holiday season, there may … Continued

Estimating Costs When Buying a Home in Central Florida

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We’re all aware that buying a home requires a pretty sizable cash outlay for the down payment and at least some of the closing costs. There are, however, many more costs involved in buying a home, including earnest money deposit, inspections, appraisals, and moving expenses. A lot of it, of course, depends on the size … Continued

How To Avoid Home Buyer Fraud in Central Florida

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Because there’s so much money at stake in the sale/purchase of a home and so much potential profit for a seller, the real estate industry has its share of fraud and scams. And in the case of fraud, it’s usually the buyer – the one who lays out the cash – who suffers the most. … Continued

How To Choose The Right Lender for You in Central Florida

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Buying a house is a long-term commitment, often up to 30 years. So the lender you choose definitely must be a good fit – something more like a partner than a mere mortgage-product pusher because the whole thing should be a collaborative process. A good lender will not only qualify you for a loan but … Continued

How Buying A Home in Central Florida Will Impact You Next Tax Season

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In most cases up until this year, buying a home presented a good number of tax benefits in the form of certain deductions. Those benefits still exist, but they have been watered down for some people in some situations. So it pays to know how buying a home in Central Florida will impact you next tax season. … Continued

6 Hidden Costs To Plan For When Buying A Home in Central Florida

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Buying a home is expensive. For most of us, it’s the largest financial transaction of our lives. While most people understand the major financial components of buying a home – for example, purchase price and some closing costs – there are still more expenses that remain “hidden.” So to help you go into the process … Continued