real estate sarasota: Where are the Home Prices Heading in the Next 5 Years, Sarasota? - 02/27/17 08:07 AM
Where Are the Home Prices Heading in the Next 5 Years, Sarasota?
 Today, many real estate conversations center on housing prices and where they may be headed. That is why we like the Home Price Expectation Survey. Every quarter, Pulsenomics surveys a nationwide panel of over one hundred economists, real estate experts, and investment & market strategists about where they believe prices are headed over the next five years. They then average the projections of all 100+ experts into a single number.The results of their latest survey:Home values will appreciate by 4.4% over the course of 2017, 3.4% in 2018, 2.8% in … (4 comments)

real estate sarasota: Buy a Home in Sarasota & Be Healthier! - 02/23/17 10:13 AM
Buy a Home in Sarasota & Be Healthier!The Impact of Homeownership on Family HealthThe National Association of Realtors recently released a study titled 'Social Benefits of Homeownership and Stable Housing.’ The study confirmed a long-standing belief of most Americans: “Owning a home embodies the promise of individual autonomy and is the aspiration of most American households. Homeownership allows households to accumulate wealth and social status, and is the basis for a number of positive social, economic, family and civic outcomes.”Today, we want to cover the section of the report that quoted several studies concentrating on the impact homeownership has on the … (1 comments)

real estate sarasota: Snowblowers in Sarasota Florida??? - 02/19/17 08:10 PM
Yes, You Read the Headline Correctly! 
There's this shop on Bee Ridge Road in Sarasota. My daughter-in-law first pointed it out to me a few months ago. Yesterday, my curiosity got the best of me and I had to pull in to see what it's all about.
By Appointment Only
I didn't get too far because you need to make an appointment at this particular snowblowers and shovel shop. However, there wasn't a phone number that I could see. Guess I won't be able to refer them when one of my Sarasota real estate customers need to buy a snowblower! 
 
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real estate sarasota: Sarasota Renters - Do You Know the Real Cost of Renting vs Buying? - 02/17/17 09:23 AM
~Keeping Current MattersSarasota Renters - Do You Know the Real Cost of Renting vs. Buying?   Some Highlights: Historically, the choice between renting or buying a home has been a close decision. Looking at the percentage of income needed to rent a median-priced home today (30%), vs. the percentage needed to buy a median-priced home (15%), the choice becomes obvious. Every market is different. Before you renew your lease again, find out if you could use your housing costs to own a home of your own! Considering Buying? Wondering if You Qualify for a Loan?Please understand that not all mortgage lenders … (0 comments)

real estate sarasota: Social Benefits of Owning a Home in Sarasota Florida - 02/16/17 08:01 AM
~Keeping Current MattersSocial Benefits of Owning a Home in Sarasota FloridaOwning a Home on Sarasota's Suncoast has a Civic Impact The National Association of Realtors recently released a study titled 'Social Benefits of Home Ownership and Stable Housing.’ The study confirmed a long-standing belief of most Americans:
“Owning a home embodies the promise of individual autonomy and is the aspiration of most American households. Home Ownership allows households to accumulate wealth and social status, and is the basis for a number of positive social, economic, family and civic outcomes.”Today, we want to cover the section of the report that quoted several studies concentrating on the impact … (0 comments)

real estate sarasota: Need a Bigger Home in Sarasota Florida? - 02/10/17 12:43 PM
Need a Bigger Home in Sarasota Florida?If you live on Sarasota's Suncoast and you need a bigger home, we can help!Has something changed in your life that you're ready to buy a bigger home? Maybe...
Your family is growing and you need more space You're feeling cramped in your current home You've come into some money that makes a bigger home affordable You're moving to the Sunshine state and you need more room for all your friends who will be visiting from the north You just want a bigger place No matter what your reason, we love looking at homes and … (2 comments)

real estate sarasota: Choosing a Good Mortgage Lender on Sarasota Florida's Suncoast - 02/02/17 05:25 PM
Choosing a Good Mortgage Lender on Sarasota Florida's SuncoastNot All Florida Lenders Are Created Equal - Finding a Good Mortgage Lender is Key to Closing!Disclaimer:  Let me start out by saying that I'm not a mortgage lender. I've learned what makes a good mortgage lender and I'm writing this blog post and expressing opinions from my experience as a real estate professional on Sarasota Florida's Suncoast.
Will You Be Paying Cash or Getting a Mortgage?As a Realtor, one of the first things that we need to establish when working with buyers is whether they are actually qualified to make a purchase. We … (2 comments)

real estate sarasota: Is a Septic Inspection Really Necessary? - 01/22/17 09:14 AM
Wondering if a Septic Inspection is Really Necessary?How Septic Systems Work...Before we get started, check out the image below to get a general idea on how a septic system works.
The Inspection Period Begins...You're excited about getting that special home under contract! You're now in the Inspection Period and are doing your due diligence to make sure the property is what you expected. This particular property has a septic system installed instead of public sewer. You've just paid the home inspector and you're wondering whether or not having a septic inspection is necessary. After all, the toilets seem to flush okay and … (15 comments)