Author: Richard

How to Make Sure Your Contractor is Insured in Florida

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You’ve wanted to renovate your cramped, outdated kitchen for ages. Or perhaps you are deciding between staying in your home after major damages or selling and walking away from some potential pricey repairs. Like many, asking around among friends and co-workers may initially help find and hire a contractor, but making sure your contractor is … Continued

6 Smart Tips to Help You Sell a Damaged Home in Florida

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A damaged home in Florida can be a nightmare to sell. Most buyers are not interested when there is visible damage on a listing, preferring homes ready for immediate occupancy. However, if they have the time, inclination, and finances to take on a project, some buyers may take a chance and toss an insultingly low … Continued

Homeowners Insurance 101: A Guide for Homebuyers in Florida

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Homeowners insurance. You know you should probably have it, and if you have a mortgage, you’re required to have it. But how much do you know about it beyond that – what it covers (and does not cover), the types of policies, how much coverage you need? What happens in case of minor damage from … Continued

How to Know When It’s the Right Time to Sell Your Home

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Deciding when to sell your home can feel overwhelming, but there are key signs that can help you determine if now is the right time. Whether you’re ready for a lifestyle change or the market conditions are favorable, knowing when to make the move can save you money and stress. 1. Your Home No Longer … Continued

Selling A House In Joint Names Divorce In Florida

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In most divorces, hard feelings between spouses make selling a Florida house in joint names divorce difficult, as more often than not, one or both parties want to inflict as much emotional harm on the other person as possible. Unfortunately, the couple’s shared finances often take the brunt of this ax-grinding. When selling a house … Continued

Tax Implications of Selling Your Home in Florida

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If you’re selling your home, you likely just want to get it over with and get started on the new chapter in your life in your new home. But hold on – you may have to deal with the tax man. If you made a profit on the sale of your home, you may to … Continued

How to Sell a House in Florida When There Are Multiple Owners

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Owning a house with other people has a number of marked advantages: the financial burden of bills and repairs can be shared, and the labor of, say, yard work and maintenance is usually spread among multiple owners. But problems can come up when it’s time to sell. While the actual selling process is pretty much … Continued