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Real Estate Agent - Real Estate of Florida specializing in Martin County Residential Homes, Condos and Land Sales - 3090099
Real estate news and information from Florida's Treasure Coast. Serving Martin County and Port Saint Lucie. Stuart, Sewalls Point, Palm City, Jensen Beach, Hobe Sound, Hutchinson Island, Port Salerno and vicinity.

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2012 

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Bidding on foreclosure auctions is not something to be done by the novice.  There is considerable due diligence that needs to be done prior to the auction.  It’s easy (very easy) to make some very serious and costly mistakes. You can. What matters are the results, and, as they say, results may va...
06/10/2012

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Many of us on Active Rain regularly comment on this topic.  And, it remains very true that it’s almost always best if the seller is not present for showings.  If there are issues of valuables or security, the Realtor can be present and keep an eye on things.  Buyers are very uncomfortable showing...
06/10/2012

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In the current Martin County market (and I suspect for the rest of Florida as well), building permits have become a hot issue.  True, it may not effect the appraised value, but when it comes time to closing and getting clear title and financing, it is becoming a serious issue.  For any one other ...
06/10/2012

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If the seller has access to the report, and has permission from the previous buyer, than the seller can show the report to other buyers.  Sellers often do not have access to the inspection report as well as not having permission to share the report.  They do have the obligation to report any know...
06/10/2012

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If a buyer is working with more than one Realtor in the same area than more often than not they do not have a good understanding of how real estate works and/or don’t have faith in their Realtor.  Also, these situations can lead to some costly mistakes on the part of both the buyer and the Realto...
06/10/2012

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Hurricane season is here again.  Comes without fail every season.  The odds of getting hit by a hurricane are very low, but all of us in hurricane zones should be prepared.  Kathy Streib gives some great tips for your consideration. FL Hurricane Tips- A Hurricane is On the Way! Now What Do You Do...
06/10/2012

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Loreena Yeo of Frisco, Texas gives a great explanation of the misconception of Realtor fees.  I know that many of us would be happy to work for an hourly fee and customers would be surprised at just how expensive that would turn out to be. Consumers often wonder, "Why do Realtor® Fees Cost So Muc...
06/10/2012

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Marnie Matarese of Sarasota writes an excellent post about the importance of using a local lender.  I (as well as most Florida Realtors) can give you some real horror stories when lenders are not familiar with local procedures, customs as well as underwriting rules.   WHY SHOULD I USE A LOCAL LEN...
06/10/2012

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Debe Maxwell of Charlotte NC makes a very valid point regarding the ‘Internet buyer’ who feels they have all the information they need to make a valid offer based on their on-line research.  If, as all too often it is, this research is based on less than accurate information, these offers will ei...
06/10/2012

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Chris Hardy makes an excellent point about lenders in today's market.  They expect strict adherence to all their requests and time lines, but often enough today, they completely disregard the sales contract and move at their own pace. FAQ VI:  Why Isn’t There a Penalty When the Lender Can’t Deliv...
06/10/2012
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