FSBO
Information & tips to help a homeowners who may be thinking of, or is currently selling their home as a For Sale by Owner.
Why Quality Real Estate Photos Matter When Selling Your Home.
Human beings are visual creatures, so photos real estate photos are the first thing that grab our attentions when we are looking at a listing. But, as anyone who has ever hired a real estate agent can attest, not all agents take professional photography. Its still quite common here in the greater Ocala area, to see agents using their cell phones to take pictures to use as the real estate photos on the MLS and in their marketing of a property they listed. Let’s take a look at why I believe professional photos are necessary if you want to shorten the time your home sits on the market and attract…
Florida Homeowners Get $676M for Covid Relief
Homeowners assistance is available for Florida homeowners who were impacted by Covid 19. The Homeowners assistance Fund (HAF) is part of the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021, which was designed to help homeowners who economically where impacted by Covid-19. Florida received $676,102,379, of which the (DEO) Florida Dept. of Economic Opportunity is to oversee it’s distribution. Homeowners who qualify will receive a mixium of $50,000 per household. But, once the money is gone, your chance for relief will be as well. But, before you to their website to register for your homeowner’s assistance fund, make sure you are eligible. Here are some of the criteria: You must show qualified…
Virtual Staging Sells Homes!
Want to attract more potential buyers to your home on the market? Then you need to enhance the appeal of your home with virtual staging! Let’s face it, not everyone’s decorating skills are equal, and many home sellers need help with getting their home in showing condition for photographs and other marketing. But, sometimes you just don’t have the extra cash to make the changes that traditional staging offers. And, traditional staging can be costly. That’s why I offer my Ocala, Dunnellon, and Crystal River real estate customers virtual staging options because it is affordable, and the rooms can be staged to suit a variety of styles. 99% of buyers start…
Dunnellon Florida is a Hidden Jewel!
In 2009 I purchased vacant acreage, designed and built a home in Dunnellon Florida and have never looked back! Dunnellon, Florida is a hidden jewel on the Nature Coast of the N. Central Florida area. It is a rare city that falls in 3 different counties. The largest section is in Marion county, followed by Citrus county and then a small rural section falls in Levy county. Not only are homes affordable compared to many other cities in the state, but there is plenty to do if you love the outdoors. Like many people, I had never heard of Dunnellon and now as a resident I can see why residents…
June 2021 Ocala Real Estate Stats
Could we be seeing an end to the strong seller’s market in the Ocala Florida real estate market? Barring a resurgence of Covid-19, I believe we are! If you follow me on Facebook, you will see every month I post the sales stats for the Ocala and surrounding cities. This information is crucial in deciding when its the RIGHT time to buy or sell a home for your real estate goals. This month has shown a real increase in the number or active listings on the market. It has gone up 12% from the prior month, even though it is still down almost 60% from a year ago. New listings have…
3 Common Mortgage Myths Answered
The process of getting a mortgage can be a complex and confusing one, and all the myths around mortgages certainly don’t make the process any easier. So, the question is, what are some of the most common mortgage myths? A recent article from realtor.com busted some of the most persistent myths around mortgages and the homebuying process, including: The lowest rate is always the best choice. Many buyers think that the mortgage with the lowest rate is automatically the best option. But that’s not always true; for example, if a loan has high origination fees or early payoff penalties, it might not be as solid of an option as a mortgage with a slightly higher…
