Buying

Buying What’s Cheaper in 2024? Buying vs. Renting in Sarasota! If you don’t know whether its cheaper to rent or buy in 2024 do this quick calculation. Do what some property investors do and use the Rent-to-Vale (or RV ratio) ratio to help you decide. (insert picture) This compares rental yield to property value and is calculated for an area by dividing the median monthly […]
Buying Covid-19’s Lasting Impact on Home Prices in Sarasota As we all know, Covid-19 has significantly influenced home prices from 2020 onwards, and we’re still navigating through its aftereffects. The scale of change, however, is quite astonishing: Pre-Covid Trends (May 2014 – May 2020): Sarasota County (SC): Home prices surged by 31%. Manatee County (MC): Prices climbed by 42%. This period saw historically low […]
Buying What to Expect Once You’re Under Contract So, you’ve found your dream home and negotiated the price. Congratulations! But now the real work begins. Earnest Deposit First, you’ll need to pay your earnest deposit to the escrow agent within three days of the sales contract being signed by both parties and delivered to the other side. Depending on the value of the […]
Buying Navigating Sarasota’s Real Estate Market As A Buyer in 2024   In real estate, timing and strategy play pivotal roles in securing the best deals, especially in sought-after locations like Sarasota. A recent conversation I had with a friend, who’s currently on the fence about buying a home in Sarasota due to fluctuating mortgage rates, shed light on a common dilemma facing many potential buyers […]
Buying Why Is Property Insurance So Expensive In Florida Right Now? A Quick Q&A Q: Why are property insurance rates currently so high in Florida? A: The spike in property insurance costs in Florida can be attributed to a combination of the state’s high susceptibility to natural disasters, notably hurricanes, and a significant reduction in the number of private insurers operating within the state. This trend was notably exacerbated […]
Buying 10 x Creative Ways To Get Your Offer Accepted By Sellers Its February 2024 and inventory levels across Sarasota county are rising. This shift might hint at the onset of a buyer’s market, but if a property is priced correctly, you’ll likely still face competition from other eager buyers for that dream home. Adopting a seller-centric perspective could be your golden ticket to standing out from […]
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