“Those who live the most fulfilling lives base their decisions on facts, not fears.” – Gary Keller, founder of Keller Williams Realty If you’re in the market to purchase your first home, making the transition from renter to homeowner can be overwhelming and scary. The four powerful facts below can help aspiring homeowners move toward fulfillment and abundance. Delivered with empathy and care, these facts can help quell your fears and move you closer to experiencing all the bounties homeownership brings. 1. Fear: “I can’t afford to buy a home now.” Fact: Until you do the math, you don’t know what you can or can’t afford. If you are currently paying rent, generally you can afford to buy. From a financial point of view, inthe United States, the tax savings on mortgage interest alone usually makes up most of the differencebetween your rent and mortgage payments – the tax write-offs you get at the end of year will generallyhelp you save a lot of money. Additionally, depending on your credit score, you can end up affording more than you realize. Note: The credit scores used for mortgage lending […]
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What is Florida’s Hometown Heroes Program?
Starting June 1, 2022, eligible Florida home buyers can start applying for the Florida Hometown Heroes Program. This new $100 Million Program, passed by the State Legislature, […]
JUST SOLD: New construction Home in St. Johns’ Aberdeen community
Officially closed! Today marks a year working with this buyer. We searched high and low for the perfect home and decided new construction was the way to […]
Just Sold in Glynlea Park!
Just sold in active Glynlea Park community 3/1 family home with great backyard Great location near University Blvd and UNF Sold in three weeks! First time homebuyers
Just Sold in Riverbrook at Glen Kernan!
Just Sold in Riverbrook at Glen Kernan! 3/2 family home in Riverbrook at Glen Kernan has a great split floor plan for families. While house hunting, this […]
Zestimates® vs. CMAs
If you have bought or sold real estate in the past decade, then you are probably familiar with Zillow and its famous Zestimates®. In today’s video, I want […]
Buyer’s Edition: 10 Questions to Ask When Interviewing Your Realtor
Buying a home is one of the biggest financial decisions of your life. If you are not familiar with the process, it is intimidating and overwhelming to navigate. That […]
November 2017 Newsletter
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Tips for First-Time Homebuyers: How to Start Your Home Search
A frequently asked question from first-time homebuyers is: How can I start my home search even if I won’t be financially ready until next year? There are […]
Are You Pre-Approved For A Mortgage?
Starting the loan application is the first step to finding your first home. Credit unions, mortgage brokers, and banks are the main institutions you can contact for […]