Buying Tips

Sept. 26, 2023

Discover the Best Neighborhoods and Homes for Sale in Wesley Chapel, FL

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Wesley Chapel, Florida, is a rapidly growing community that offers a blend of suburban comfort and urban amenities. Whether you're a first-time homebuyer or looking to upgrade, Wesley Chapel has something for everyone. In this blog post, we'll explore the factors to consider when choosing a neighborhood, the top …

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Sept. 4, 2023

The Tampa Real Estate Market

The Tampa Real Estate Market

As of 2023, the real estate market in Tampa, Florida, is experiencing various trends and fluctuations. Here are some key insights:

Sales Trends

- Closed Sales: There is a notable year-over-year decrease of -7.8% in closed sales.

- Year-to-Date Sales: Show …

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May 16, 2023

loan costs are expected to increase 22%

Looking to invest in the housing market? Now is the time! With the recent Fed hikes and default fears, loan costs are expected to increase 22%, creating a problem for buyers. Don't miss out on this chance to buy now. What are you waiting for?

https://www.wfla.com/nextstar-news-wire/fed-hikes-and-default-fears-heres-what-could-be-next-for-the-housing-market/

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April 20, 2023

How can a 203k loan help with buying a fixer-upper home?

A 203k loan, also known as an FHA 203k loan, is a type of mortgage loan that is designed to help homebuyers purchase a fixer-upper property and finance the cost of repairs or renovations into the loan. It can be a valuable tool for buyers who are interested in purchasing …

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March 10, 2023

Mortgage Rates to Rise Again!

Mortgage Rates Rise Again, Moving Up to 6.73%

 

How Much can you afford?By Matt Ott

It’s the fifth weekly increase in a row. Last week, the 30-year, fixed-rate loan averaged 6.65%. One year ago, it was 3.85%.

WASHINGTON – The average long-term U.S. mortgage rate rose …

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March 7, 2023

Can I Get Closing Cost Help from a Seller?

What Percentage Rate?Your agent needs to know what loan would work best for you and how you can utilize the sellers contribution to your closing costs. Different loans have different guidelines on how much a seller can contribute to a buyers closing costs.

 

In the case of a USDA …

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March 4, 2023

Best Places to Live in Florida New Port Richey

So you have decided to visit the wonderful Tampa suburb of New Port Richey, one of the best places to live in Florida. Now that you are here, you are looking for things to do. Well, you stumbled upon the right article!

Homes in New Port Richey

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March 1, 2023

What will $1,000,000 Buy you in the Tampa Market

Island KeyWhat will $1,000,000 buy you in the Tampa Florida real estate market in 2023?

As the Tampa Florida real estate market continues to evolve, many people are wondering what their money will buy them in the future. If you're thinking of purchasing a home in the Tampa area, it's …

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May 27, 2022

Best Place to Live, in Lutz Florida, Cheval

Cheval is a great place to live because it offers many amenities such as golf, tennis, swimming pools, and a luxurious Cheval Golf and Country Clubclubhouse. Located about 22 miles from downtown Tampa, Cheval offers an easy commute and features some of the best schools in the state in McKitrick elementary, Martinez middle …

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May 13, 2022

Tampa Housing Market Strong

Tampa Bay housing market shows no signs of slowing down, latest study finds

The U.S. housing market is slowly rebounding, according to the latest data from Realtor.com, but the story is different in Tampa Bay.... READ MORE

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