Why survey issues are deal-killers
A caller from Polk County was in severe distress. She purchased a property cash in 2009 and did not order...
Direct from the closing table – The Interest Rate Insider – November 2013
What rates are lenders actually offering? Here is a sampling of interest rates from our November 2013 closings: Home Financing Center –...
“To survey or not to survey” : The question for cash buyers
Cash buyers of single family homes are not required to order a survey. Why spend $350 +/- on a survey? First...
Why we love the FAR CRSP-13 contract
Florida has several Florida-specific contract templates available for use, but only the CRSP-13 captures a special place in our heart. This contract covers all the issues that...
What will $26,000 buy you in Metro Miami?
Wonder what $26,000 will buy you in the Miami area? It may not be much to look at, but it...
Interest rate insider September 2013 – Rates on the rise!
Direct from the closing table What rates are lenders actually offering? Here is the scoop direct from the closing table from...
The problem with offers without “offer deadlines”
Don’t leave leave the offer deadline of a contract blank:. Failing to specify for how long your offer is on...
Why NOT to buy properties at the courthouse auction
People contact us on a daily basis who have bought property at the courthouse. In almost every scenario, they have...
The interest rate “insider” direct from the closing table – July 2013
What rates are lenders actually closing? They key is to find a competent, hands on loan officer and shopping for the...
Using a Florida Power of Attorney for a smooth closing with absentee buyer or seller
Will you or your seller or buyer be out of town for their closing? Real estate transactions for both buyers...