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Historically low mortgage rates have been one of several reasons for the hot housing market over the past nearly two years. In addition to new home purchases, the home refinancing market has been on fire as well. However, in Q2 2021 we saw a 3% drop in the number of new mortgage originations. This was… Continue reading Could a drop in new mortgages = a market slowdown?

Water damage can be highly destructive to the home. In addition to causing costly damages to the home that can result in lost value, it can also lead to health concerns if left unaddressed. From a burst pipe to a leaking appliance, it doesn’t take too long for water to accumulate and cause significant damage.… Continue reading Home Tips: Dealing with water damage

The shift of wealth to the exurbs since the start of the pandemic has often been referred to as “The Great Reshuffling”. As many employers have adopted a remote working environment, this has led to many Americans moving further away from big cities. In many cases, this has even resulted in out-of-state moves. With this… Continue reading Are Americans moving less often?

The pandemic has certainly brought upon a surge in the number of Americans moving to new locations. Low mortgage rates along with the work-from-home model being adopted by many employers has provided the opportunity for many to relocate. With many Americans spending more time at home, we have also seen pet purchases and adoptions rise… Continue reading The pet influence on housing decisions

For the second straight year, The Sunshine State has managed to dodge several bullets fired from hurricane season. The good news of course is that no major storms made landfall in Florida during the 2021 hurricane season. The bad news is that this year marks the second consecutive hurricane season that has exhausted the list… Continue reading Florida is spared from hurricanes again

Buying a home can be an intimidating process at times. However finding your dream home can make it all worthwhile. Of course, you and your agent will eventually need to submit an offer via a purchase contract. This document is approximately a dozen pages or so of legalese that specify the terms of your offer.… Continue reading Key aspects of a home purchase contract

The air quality of your home can have a significant impact on your family’s overall respiratory health. Often overlooked, these air contaminants can cause respiratory issues over time and possibly lead to more serious illnesses down the road. With just a few simple preventative maintenance tips, you can ensure that your family’s health is not… Continue reading Tips to improve your home’s indoor air quality

From all of us at Live South Florida Realty, Inc., we would like to wish everyone a Happy & Healthy Thanksgiving!!!

Did you know? A burglary occurs every 20 seconds in the U.S. Like most things, burglaries typically have a pattern with burglars looking for the path of least resistance to accomplish their crimes. Below we discuss a few tips that should help you defend your home and belongings while also keeping you safe. Burglary prevention… Continue reading Considerations to prevent home burglaries

Owning rental property can be a fantastic way to invest in your financial future while adding supplemental income to your current financial well being. In markets such as South Florida, owning rental properties can be a great hedge on the current inflationary pressures in the economy as well. Furthermore, more and more Americans are opting… Continue reading Preparing your property for new tenants