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There are a number of exterior colors home sellers should avoid. Few things are more frustrating as putting so much effort into getting a home ready to sell, only for it to linger on the market month after month. It’s widely known depersonalizing, decluttering, and disinfecting are necessary. Most home… Read More

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The most common homeowner refinancing mistakes turn an otherwise simple process into a stressful experience. One very typical misnomer consumers believe is a refinance is a modification of their current home loan — it isn’t. Refinancing is obtaining an entirely new mortgage and there are several types of home loans. What does… Read More

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There are still many “default landlords” about the country and many right here in Orlando and across central Florida. These are homeowners whose home values took a hit during the national financial downturn and are recovering. In addition, there are many others who have relocated and are long distance landlords. Read More

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If you are ready to make your first foray into the real estate market to buy your own home, you might be a bit concerned about all that’s involved with the process. It is a lengthy process at that because you have to save money for a down payment, get… Read More

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If you’re moving, buying brand new or gently used furniture, or just downsizing, you’re probably thinking you’ll easily unload your old furniture — and some electronics — without any hassle. All you need to do is put an ad online, take it to a local charity, or put it… Read More

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Selling a home can be a challenge, even in a very active real estate market. Unless you list a property below market value and it’s completely renovated inside while offering super beautiful landscaping, you’ll face obstacles here and there. The fact of the matter is, selling a home requires a… Read More

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There’s no way around the fact: selling a home means there’s probably going to be a mortgage involved. When a buyer is also a borrower, the lending institution will do every bit of due diligence it can to protect itself and minimize every foreseeable risk. A bank, credit union, or… Read More

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If you’re considering buying a home, now is a great time to be in the market. The Federal Reserve’s recent decision to incrementally increase rates means the near-historical low interest rates of the past few years is coming to a close. Interest rates are expected to be over 4 percent… Read More

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When anyone is in the market to buy or sell a home, he or she is supposed to be given due consideration, without prejudice or bias. Two federal laws, Fair Housing Act of 1968 and the Fair Housing Act Amendments Act of 1988, provide protections for equal access to housing. Read More

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When is the best time to buy new furniture? It’s actually right now, after the holidays and into the first several weeks of the new year. The period ranging from the first week in January through the very first part of February is the best time to buy new furniture,… Read More