There is a certain mystique to older homes. With each one there is always a veil of mystery to be pulled back with every structure that predates the 1970’s. With most homes in Englewood and Boca Grande  relatively new, when one of the historic homes becomes available many people get excited. They have a level of attraction to a certain [...]

15,014 Homes Sold Yesterday… Did Yours? There are some homeowners that have been waiting for months to get a price they hoped for when they originally listed their house for sale. The only thing they might want to consider is... If it hasn't sold yet, maybe it's not priced properly. [...]

Are you ready to become a resident and enjoy the good life Florida has to offer? There are many advantages you need to be aware of! Florida is a state that is frequently mentioned when the wealthy are looking to make a move to a less taxing state. But the absence of taxes is not the only reason Florida is such an attractive place for the [...]

There are some people who have not purchased homes because they are uncomfortable taking on the obligation of a mortgage. Everyone should realize that, unless you are living with your parents rent-free, you are paying a mortgage - either yours or your landlord’s. As [...]

Boca Grande FL like all other real estate markets in Florida (and across the country) is a fluid, dynamic one! The above info-graphic can help clarify how supply and demand affect pricing.  Overall, in the Boca Grande FL and general  area we currently have a "Neutral" market with approximately 5 months of supply. However, there are [...]

  In 2017 Rates are predicted to increase. If you are thinking of making a purchase, sooner rather than later will get you more for your money.

It is Spring! The birds are prepairing their nests, are you looking for a new place to roost as well? Here are four great reasons to consider buying a home today instead of waiting. 1. Prices Will Continue to Rise CoreLogic’s latest Home Price Index reports that home prices have appreciated by 6.9% over the last 12 months. The same [...]

Mortgage Interest Rates Went Up Again… Should I Wait to Buy? Mortgage interest rates, as reported by Freddie Mac, have increased over the last several weeks. Freddie Mac, along with Fannie Mae, the Mortgage Bankers Association and the National Association of Realtors, is calling for mortgage rates to continue to rise over the next four [...]

You know that old phone prank… Someone calls and says, “Is your refrigerator running?” The person on the other end then says, “Yes. Why?” And then the caller says something like, “You better catch it before it gets too far away!!” The joke worked because, for the most part, everyone has a fridge, and it is probably [...]

Mortgage Rates Impact on Home Values There is no doubt that historically low mortgage interest rates were a major impetus to the housing recovery we have see in Sarasota and Charlotte counties over the last several years. However, many industry experts are showing concern about the possible effect that the rising rates will have moving [...]