It can be difficult to let go of a home with sentimental value — maybe you remember your parents sitting at the dinner table, or your kids playing in the backyard, or your family sitting around the fireplace during the holidays. Now you’re thinking of selling… and in some ways, it feels like a betrayal … Continued
Maybe you worked with a real estate agent who listed your home for a low price and you later found out that you could have sold for quite a bit more. Maybe you worked with an agent who didn’t actually work all that hard… and it took a really long time to sell. Or maybe … Continued
Here are your options… Clean It Yourself — This is definitely the most time-intensive option. But if you love the property and don’t have the budget to pay for cleaning services, then you’ll have to put in some of your own elbow grease. Set aside a weekend to clean up as much as you can, … Continued
Whether you have tenants in it or not, here are 5 ways that you can reduce your monthly bills on a property that you own (and estimated monthly savings). Refinance ($100+ per/month) — Refinancing your loan is one of the best ways to save. If you really want lower monthly payments and don’t care about … Continued
That’s frustrating for a lot of different reasons. First, it’s often indicative of a bigger problem in the home. There could be excessive substance use. Not to mention that those tenants might end up getting the police called on them. And it’s also not good for your property — the more parties your tenants are … Continued
From managing tenants to paying for repairs, owning a rental property can sometimes end up being more work than it’s worth (especially if your tenants aren’t respecting the property). But selling the property is so final… Is it really time to sell your rental property? Well, we’ve worked in the Jacksonville, Orlando, and Tampa real … Continued
The average interest rate on a 30-year fixed mortgage dropped all the way to a measly 2.86%. And while there’s been a very slight uptick since then — to 3.09% — interest rates are still stiflingly low. Of course, it’s hard to know how long that is going to last; the real estate market is … Continued
Obviously, that can be a big problem. Consistent smoke inside your property will cause damage to the walls, carpet, furniture, and even some of the appliances. It’ll fog glass, leave residue on walls, and create a stubborn smell that’s difficult to get rid of. We know… because we’ve worked with homeowners in Jacksonville, Orlando, and … Continued
There’s no doubt that these are uncertain times… and that has made a lot of sellers wary of putting their home on the market. But it’s actually not as bad as you think. In fact, recently, Vox published an article titled, “Why housing prices aren’t dropping in the pandemic.” In it, they explain that house … Continued
Well, before you pick up the hammer, here are 5 renovations that RARELY give you a healthy return on your investment. Beware… 1. Plumbing Or HVAC — Buyers only really care about what they can see, so unnecessarily upgrading to PEX when you have functional plumbing or upgrading an HVAC unit that has been serviced … Continued
Many buyers today expect the homes they’re viewing to not just be clean and in good quality, but they also want them to be staged — this means the furniture and appliances match the home, look brand new, and improve the overall aesthetic of the property. To be fair, staged homes DO sell better according … Continued
Obviously, it’s really difficult to sell a home the traditional way — with a real estate agent through the MLS — if you have a rodent problem. But that’s not the only problem. Mice, rats, and other rodents also cause property damage when they chew through wood, wiring, and drywall, further lowering the value of … Continued
