Low Inventory of Homes for Sale Continues to Drive Up Orlando Area Home Prices

September 2020 Recap

Orlando-area homes continue to fly off the market this fall, as inventory remains tight, according to a new report from the Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association. Monthly housing report data from September 2020 reveals fewer homes and higher prices than last year (September 2019), with a 23.3% drop in inventory and a 10.2% increase in the overall median home price to $270,000.

"While spring is usually the busiest time for home sales, fall seems to show no signs of a slow-down. COVID-19 has changed the dynamic for 2020. We have seen mortgage rates continue to decline to an average of 2.74%, giving buyers additional incentives…

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When to Pay More Than the Appraisal Let’s say you found your dream home for sale in Davenport, FL. It has everything you’ve been looking for. You put an offer on the house, escrow opened, and the inspection shows the home is in excellent condition. However, when you receive the appraisal results, the value is some number less than the agreed-upon purchase price. What should you do?

It’s not often that a home gets appraised less than the purchase price. But it does happen. Here’s why it happens and what you can do if you find yourself in this situation.

Lower than the purchase price

Lenders base their loan amount on either the appraisal value  or the purchase price, whichever is lower. The price is usually renegotiated if the valuation is lower than the purchase price if the contract…

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Renovations You Should AND Shouldn’t Do Before You SellIs now a good time to sell your house? That’s what many people are wondering during this seller’s market. With so many people wanting to buy a house right now, many people are considering if they should sell their home. Maybe you have considered putting your house on the market while you look for homes for sale in Charles Cove. Whatever your reason is, you want to make sure you get more money out of it than what you paid for.

When it comes to selling your house, you want to be sure you’re getting the most value out of your home. But before you decide to put the “for sale” sign in your yard, think about how you can add greater value to your home. You could sell the house as is, right now, but you could choose to make a few changes that will give you more…

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Why Comparative Market Analyses Are Crucial When Buying A HomeHouse hunting is exciting, but the process of purchasing a new home can also be nerve-wracking. In a seller’s market, many buyers will find a house they really like, but then become anxious as they are not sure if their offer will be accepted by the seller.

How can you have the upper hand when it comes to bidding?

Home buyers that review a comparative market analysis from our agents have an advantage in the home buying process.  The CMA gives home buyers a better idea of the value of the home.  Even if you’re looking at new construction homes for sale in Windsor Island Resort, you can still use a CMA. Here’s how it works.

What is a CMA?

A CMA pulls data from surrounding properties and compares the information of each against the desired home. Having…

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The Truth About Rent To Own Homes in Florida

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Every time the market heats up you'll start to see signs on street corners advertising lease-purchase homes or rent-to-own homes in Florida. Many buyers are attracted to this option because it presents itself as a way to buy a home with less out-of-pocket expense than traditional. Unfortunately, most of the time things are not as they seem with "rent to own" homes. While occasionally there are good deals out there, the entire lease-purchase industry has a bad name due to the scams, fees, and expenses you may not know about ahead of time that can put you in a bad spot long-term.

When to Look Into Rent to Own Opportunities

The idea is simple. A home seller wants to sell their home and instead of…

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8 Things Good Realtors Do For Home SellersAn old adage states that the three most important factors in real estate are location, location, and location. At Florida Realty Marketplace, we believe that there’s a fourth factor that is far more important: providing high-quality customer service to our clients. Whether you’re looking for homes for sale in Windsor Island Resort, or you’re looking to sell your property, the real estate process can be intimidating and confusing. If you’re looking up how to "sell my house", check out these eight things that our realtors do to properly represent the seller and negotiate the best deal.

Choose The Best Listing Price

A good realtor will know how to calculate a price that is fair to the seller and attractive to the buyer. This task can be a balancing act…

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HOA: What You Should Know About Homeowner's Association FeesWhen someone mentions an HOA, most people immediately think of busybody neighbors handing out fines and making ridiculous demands. However, this reputation is very undeserved. While there are a few bad HOAs out there, far more of these Homeowner's Associations are very helpful, keep neighborhoods looking great, and provide outstanding amenities. If you purchase one of the homes for sale in Winter Haven, FL that is in an HOA, you may have questions about the fees you're asked to pay. Here's a breakdown of what the HOA fees do and why buying in a neighborhood with an HOA is beneficial.

What Is a Homeowner's Association?

An HOA is a neighborhood group that is responsible for maintaining shared community spaces and providing amenities to homeowners.…

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What You Need To Know About The New Home Walkthrough After the negotiations, the inspection, and the appraisal, the final walkthrough may seem anticlimactic. After all, by this time, you’re almost to the finish line. You’ve likely been through the house several times, so you have a really good idea of what you’re buying. But the final walkthrough is more than just a formality. It’s also not something you should skip or go through quickly. Even if you’re buying new construction homes for sale in Windsor Island Resort, it’s still important to treat the final walkthrough seriously. Here are a few things you should keep in mind about this process.

It’s a Chance to Make Certain All Repairs Were Completed

The final walkthrough is the last chance you get to make certain the seller has completed everything…

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Is It Cheaper To Build or Buy A HouseTypically when a home buyer is looking, they are looking buying new construction or perhaps buying a resale home. There are benefits to both, but before making a decision, you should learn about the costs involved. Would it be cheaper to build a new home, or should you consider buying one of the resale homes for sale in Kissimmee FL or other parts of Florida? Let’s take a look at the costs of each so you can make an informed decision.

How Much Does it Cost to Buy A New House?

Most of the time when someone says, "I'm going to build a house," what they mean is that they are buying from a builder.  Usually, a builder or developer has bought some land and developed it by adding utilities.  Then they come in and decide which floor plans they want to…

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What's the Best Way to Get the Best DealWhile buying a home is likely the biggest purchase you’ll ever make, you still want to feel like you’re getting a good deal. Most buyers, especially first-time buyers, want to submit an offer that’s under the asking price. There can be many reasons for doing so, and those reasons are often very valid. However, you want to make certain you’re not submitting a low ball offer that the seller will simply dismiss right away. You want to be strategic in crafting your offer.  For example, it's unlikely that you'll get any price discount on homes for sale in Charles Cove because they are new vs a resale home in Davenport.  Here are some tips for getting the best deal.

Know Exactly What You Can Afford

Before you make any offer or, in fact, even look at…

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