Lawmakers Ask Surpreme Court to Recognize Marriage Equality
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Over three hundred republican lawmakers, operatives, and consultants, have filed an amicus brief, or friend of the court brief, asking the United States Supreme Court to recognize gay marriage nationwide. The brief states that lack of a nationally defined right to same sex marriage is unconstitutional because it does… Read More
Smart Spring Cleaning Tips
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Even in this warm subtropical climate of Orlando, we all love the transition from winter to spring. Though our winters are quite mild compared to other regions of the country, we still welcome the days when the daytime highs reach into the mid to upper seventies, and can enjoy a… Read More
Insurance Same Sex Couples Need for a Home Purchase
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Although same sex couples are making a lot of progress on the equality front, there are still obstacles. These are lessening over time, which is great news. After all, the more people that can participate without being financing disadvantaged in the marketplace helps to bring down costs. It’s simple mathematics,… Read More
How to make a Same Sex Home Purchase Offer
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Buying a home can be a bit challenging, with many things to understand and so many things that need to be done. It becomes even more difficult when a same-sex couple is going to buy a home together, because insurance, titling, and other protections and legal necessities are all involved. Read More
MBA Orlando: for the LGBT Business Community
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In the professional world, be it entrepreneurial or in a workplace environment among peers, everyone needs support. Mentor experience, networking, and sharing, are all important aspects of succeeding in business, no matter the industry. Personal improvement and leadership skills are very welcome traits to employers, colleagues, and clients alike. Being… Read More
Do Home Buyer Incentives Work?
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Every home seller wants their property to attract as much interest as possible. In today’s environment, the irony is so much information is available that’s it makes it difficult to stand-out from the competition. It’s a dilemma, but that certainly doesn’t mean it isn’t possible to edge-out competition, it just… Read More
How can I Lower Moving Costs?
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Nearly 17 million household moves occur in the United States annually, according to the U.S. Census Bureau. In Florida, there are about 1,000 people who come to the Sunshine State each day to live, choosing the best destinations, such as Orlando. The growth here is on a routine upward climb… Read More
Florida Marriage Equality Likely Moving Forward
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The battle for equal rights for the LGBT community just took a new turn, but one that’s more about posturing than principle or progress. Back in November of this year, the United States Supreme Court was put on notice the issue of gay marriage would again be on its… Read More
Most Common Home Closing Delays
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Some first time home buyers do everything can to get ready for a mortgage, from meticulously keeping their credit clean, to saving-up a sizable down payment. Then, after having their purchase offer accepted, they make certain mistakes which delay the closing date. Even some homeowners who have bought and sold… Read More
How Do I get My Earnest Money Deposit Back?
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An earnest money deposit is part of the home buying process, demonstrating the buyer is serious about seeing the transaction through to closing and transferring title. Because of this, you can’t just declare you’re no longer interested in the home and want your money back. However, if there are problems… Read More