The end of the fiscal year for the U.S. government is on September 30th. At this point, lawmakers have not come to an agreement on a budget and Congress has not yet approved an extension. Therefore, it is possible that we could see a government shutdown as soon as October 1st. A government shutdown occurs… Continue reading The Impact Of A Government Shutdown On Real Estate
Author: natasha moore
REALTOR® with Live South Florida Realty, Inc.
Creating Passive Income Through Real Estate
Passive income is any income that you generate without having to actively work for it. Owning real estate, in particularly, can build wealth more consistently than other asset classes. In addition to building wealth, owning real estate can be a great way to create passive income. Of course, it’s important to understand the different options… Continue reading Creating Passive Income Through Real Estate
The Importance Of Staging A Home
Staging a home for sale is the process of preparing it to be shown to potential buyers. It involves de-cluttering, cleaning, making minor repairs, and arranging furniture and accessories in a way that is appealing and inviting. Staging is important because it can help your home sell faster and for more money. A well-staged home… Continue reading The Importance Of Staging A Home
The Importance Of Visiting A Home Before Buying
Buying a home is likely the largest financial transaction in most of our lives. With this said, it is important to do your due diligence on any property prior to moving forward with a purchase. Of course, technological advances such as virtual tours, and live video tours have made it much more convenient for home… Continue reading The Importance Of Visiting A Home Before Buying
Demand For Vacation Homes Hits 7-Year Low
Demand for vacation homes has hit a 7-year low, according to a new report from Redfin. Perhaps no other market was a bigger beneficiary of the booming vacation home market than right here in South Florida. As more employers allowed their employees to work remotely throughout the pandemic and in the period after, many Americans… Continue reading Demand For Vacation Homes Hits 7-Year Low
The Pros And Cons Of A Cash Buyer
Whether you are a home buyer or seller, it is generally assumed that cash is king. Of course, in many circumstances, this is certainly true. In markets such as South Florida, it has become increasingly difficult to compete in the home buying market if you are not a cash buyer. With many Americans opting to… Continue reading The Pros And Cons Of A Cash Buyer
Affluent Young Professionals Moving To Florida
Florida has long been a popular destination for retirees, but in recent years, the state has also become a magnet for affluent young Americans. According to a recent study by SmartAsset, Florida was the top state for net migration of young professionals ages 26 to 35 who earn at least $200,000 per year. Not surprisingly,… Continue reading Affluent Young Professionals Moving To Florida
Never Forget.
On September 11, 2001, the United States was attacked by evil terrorists. Two planes were flown into the World Trade Center in New York City, and a third plane hit the Pentagon. A fourth plane crashed in a field in Shanksville, Pennsylvania. Nearly 3,000 people were killed in the attacks that day. We remember the… Continue reading Never Forget.
Least Expensive Florida Cities
There is no doubt that the cost of living has risen across the country. Given the increased popularity of many Florida cities among many Americans, the increased demand has certainly impacted real estate prices throughout the state. Recently, the site FloridaRentals.com ranked the cheapest cities to live in Florida. The categories that were considered for… Continue reading Least Expensive Florida Cities
More Americans Dropping Homeowners Insurance
The cost of homeowners insurance has been rising steadily in recent years, due to a number of factors, including more frequent and severe weather events, increasing construction costs, and legal liability concerns. As a result, more and more Americans are choosing to drop their insurance. According to a recent survey, 12% of U.S. homeowners do… Continue reading More Americans Dropping Homeowners Insurance