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Differentiating Between Winning Teams and Others

Identifying outstanding winning teams begins at the top with strong and involved leaders, but taking advantage of the ever-changing and developing technology, particularly the tools that assist in keeping everyone on a steady road to success, is also essential. Real estate teams can realize success through technology. Active leadership involvement, especially in product selection, implementation, and ongoing adoption, […]

September 2023 Real Estate Market Report for Southwest Florida

Discover the latest trends and insights in the Southwest Florida real estate market with our comprehensive September market report. Gain valuable information on property prices, demand, and investment opportunities, guiding you toward informed decisions in the thriving market. Closed Sales Closed sales for the 12-month period ending September 30, 2023, were down 21% from the […]

How To Find Open Houses Near Your Area

Attending an open house is an excellent way to assess if a potential home meets your expectations in person. While the way we browse for houses online has greatly improved in recent years, nothing matches seeing the property for yourself. But how do you know which properties are open for tours, and what should you think about […]

Is This an Overpriced Home?

One of the trickiest aspects of buying or selling a home is determining the right price for a buyer. Various factors affecting property prices make it challenging to determine if a home is overpriced. Let’s go through some of the indicators that a property is overpriced or not. 5 Telltale Signs That a House Is Overpriced […]

Seller Concessions

Seller concessions are fees that are covered by the seller in some cases when acquiring a house to decrease your closing expenses. These fees might be closing costs paid when buying a property to offset the costs of obtaining a mortgage. In this article, you’ll learn how to take advantage of these concessions before closing […]

Buying Foreclosures in Florida

Have you ever considered purchasing a foreclosed property? As you would expect, knowing what you’re searching for and how to shop for a foreclosed house is essential. In this article, we’ll look at what it means when a house goes into foreclosure and go through the advantages, disadvantages, and steps involved in purchasing a foreclosure. What […]

How to Negotiate in Florida

When you purchase a home, the seller will most likely expect you to negotiate the asking price. In fact, to account for negotiations, most sellers price their properties somewhat higher than market value. Negotiating may be intimidating, but knowing what to anticipate can help make the process less daunting. What To Prepare Before Negotiating? Negotiating […]

How Much Should I Offer?

If you’ve ever been in a bidding war to purchase a home, you may have contemplated offering more than the asking amount. But when should you consider this a viable choice, and how much more should you offer above asking? In this article, we’ll go over all you need to know about this home-buying strategy in […]