With rents rising, it may be time to buy

Did you know? According to the latest data from the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR), median rental prices have reached their highest level ever recorded across many parts of the country. In fact, this report found that rental prices have increased by 8.1% as compared to this same time last year. Typically, rental prices fluctuate… Continue reading With rents rising, it may be time to buy

South Floridians are cashing in and moving to less expensive areas

As we have seen throughout most of the country, real estate prices have skyrocketed in South Florida during the past 18 months or so. With this said, a recent Homebuyers Report from CoreLogic analyzed which cities Americans were moving to and from across the country. As for South Florida specifically, it seems as though there… Continue reading South Floridians are cashing in and moving to less expensive areas

Common causes of a smelly kitchen and how to fix them

You’ve probably all been here before. You are sitting in the kitchen and notice a strong, unpleasant odor. It almost smells like rotting food or raw sewage. However, this doesn’t make sense because the garbage has already been taken out and there are no piles of dirty dishes in the sink? More than likely, the… Continue reading Common causes of a smelly kitchen and how to fix them

Home showing surveillance?

Nowadays, security cameras are virtually everywhere you go. They are inexpensive, relatively easy to install, & connect right to your mobile device, thus allowing you to monitor your property from virtually anywhere. Interestingly, a recent study of more than 2,000 consumers by LendingTree found that approximately 3 in 10 sellers utilized their security cameras during… Continue reading Home showing surveillance?

What does the CDC have to do with housing?

Houston, we have a problem! In fact, not only in Houston but in cities across the country we have a problem. That problem is the fact that many landlords are not being able to collect rent on their properties. Oftentimes when people think of landlords they think of large corporations that own many rental units… Continue reading What does the CDC have to do with housing?

Landlord responsibilities you may have overlooked

With the record number of Americans relocating to The Sunshine State, you may be thinking about adding income-producing properties to your portfolio or considering becoming a landlord for the first time. Whether you are a seasoned veteran or a beginner, it is important that you do not overlook some essential landlord responsibilities. Common landlord responsibilities… Continue reading Landlord responsibilities you may have overlooked

Rental prices are soaring in Florida

You’ve probably read numerous articles by now about the skyrocketing purchase prices for homes throughout The Sunshine State. However, we are also seeing an increased demand for rentals throughout the state as more and more Americans look to move to paradise. Needless to say, this increased demand is also sending already high rent prices even… Continue reading Rental prices are soaring in Florida

The critical first week when listing a home for sale

You don’t get a second chance to make a first impression. This could not be any more true than when listing a home for sale. In fact, the first week after listing a home for sale on the market is the most critical. In a real estate market experiencing tight inventory like the current one,… Continue reading The critical first week when listing a home for sale