Author: Brandin

4 Tips for People Growing Their Real Estate Portfolios in Orlando

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You should approach your real estate investment business as a full-time business. However, there is more to a real estate portfolio than just locating and buying properties. You must also develop exit strategies and remain on top of the critical factors that influence when you should adjust your plans. As the real estate investment business … Continued

Property Taxes: A Guide for Orlando Buyers and Sellers

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Taxes are, as you know, one of those two irksome but inevitable things in life. And included among the inevitable taxes are property taxes. It’s just that with these taxes, many of us don’t know as much about them as we should or could. For example, how are property taxes calculated, who pays them in … Continued

How to Talk to Your Kids About Moving Out of Florida

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Moving with kids is never easy, but the stress can amplify when you move out of Florida. Juggling day-to-day life with children is already demanding, and while adults may understand that the move has to happen, it can be overwhelming when your children learn their world will change, and there may be some upset.  We’ve … Continued

How to Simplify the Home Selling Process in Orlando

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Listing your home for sale is a process that is fraught with red-tape, not to mention time consuming and expensive. It can be overwhelming to sell your home on the market. There are so many decisions to make, and it’s difficult to understand the complicated contracts and legal forms, so it is comforting to work … Continued

The Latest Tech Buyers and Sellers Should Know About in Orlando

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Technology is advancing at an exponentially growing rate in most areas and industries. Until recently, though, that hasn’t been the case in the real estate arena. The adoption of the latest technologies in real estate has lagged behind that in other business sectors. But that’s changing now, with a huge increase in real estate tech … Continued

4 Things You Should do Before Buying Your First Investment Property in Orlando

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Building wealth through real estate investments increases your current monthly cash flow, and diversifying your portfolio into different investment property sectors provides you with a hedge against inflation. In addition, as the cost of living rises, both commercial and residential rents tend to keep pace, leaving investors living in the style to which they have … Continued

How Much Your Empty House in Orlando is Really Costing You

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So you have listed your home for sale on the market and already spending the profits in your imagination. But have you taken an accounting of all of the possible funds you’ll need on hand before the house ever sells? Or the potential amount the time on the market could cost? It can be expensive … Continued

Is a Reverse Mortgage a Good Idea? Our Advice for Orlando Homeowners

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Reverse mortgages are talked about a lot these days, but are sometimes not that well understood. Basically, a reverse mortgage is a type of mortgage loan secured against a residential property that can provide additional income for retirees, doing so by giving them access to the unencumbered value of their properties. But that doesn’t really … Continued

5 Things to Look for When Looking for a House to Flip in Orlando

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Investing in your future through real estate builds wealth and ensures a retirement that investors live out on their terms, holding their own purse strings and remaining in control. Unfortunately, however, investors often make poor judgments on their real estate holdings based on the moment’s emotions, getting a good feeling about a property, or impatience … Continued

5 Red Flags to Look for When Buying Land for Investment in Florida

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Let’s invest in land! But wait, it’s not so simple; there are many factors to consider before you sign on the dotted line. It is well worth considering consulting with professionals to ensure you’re on the right track and the right piece of land when purchasing. So read on as we explore five red flags … Continued

Why You Should Rethink Selling Your House to a Orlando Investor

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With a strong seller’s market, you may wonder why selling your home to a professional investor would make sense. Unfortunately, not all properties and not all situations allow for listing and selling a house on the Orlando real estate market. When a traditional listing isn’t the right fit, you may seek another more convenient option. … Continued