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Archive for July 2010

The Best Time to Be in Hollywood, Fl

Saturday, July 31st, 2010

You have to admit, this is the best time to be in South Florida; especially if you are looking for real estate. Whether you are buying or selling now is the time to move forward.

This summer we took our vacation in the Florida Keys as usual. I noticed that the real estate market in that area is just like the one in Hollywood, except the prices are a great deal higher.

The funny thing is, that Hollywood offers the same type of living and activities as they do in the Florida Keys. So why not buy in Hollywood? Even the luxury houses and condos are selling at extremely low prices considering the how the market was in 2003-2005.

For awhile now it has been a buyers’ market, with many properties out there for sale. That is gradually changing week to week. Don’t get me wrong, there are still many houses and condos for sale but the lowest priced are getting sold every day. Even in your foreclosures and short sales, the banks are realizing that they need to be more cooperative in getting these homes off the market. This too will speed the recovery process.

Why rent when you can buy? Do yourself a favor take a look at the real estate market today….it could be changing in the near future.

Hollywood Fla Time to buy that beach place

Monday, July 12th, 2010

Now is the time to purchase that vacation home or condo that you have been waiting to buy. Beach condos on Hollywood Beach are the lowest prices since 2006.

Not only can you purchase a condo to vacation in, but you can rent it out when you are not using it.

Many of the condos on Hollywood Beach provide for rentals. Make sure when you are purchasing a condo and you want to be able to rent it occasionally, that it is allowed by the condo association. Sometimes there is a 1, 2 or more years wait before you are allowed to rent. Some condos will not let you rent at all. So just make sure that you check with your Real Estate Agent to make sure that rentals are allowed.

It is important that when looking to buy that you use a professional. A realtor is aware of what properties are available and which ones can also be rented out. They also have access to Multiple Listing Service which will show all of the properties that are listed. The MLS service also shows whether the listing is a short sale or a foreclosure. If buying a short sale or a foreclosure it is very important to use a realtor to help you nagivate through the process.

Owning a condo on the beach is a great investment. Especially in these times. Prices are great and the selection is plentiful.

Whether you want to live in the condo full time or just vacation now is the time to start looking for that place in paradise.

Selling Your Home in Hollywood Fl

Friday, July 2nd, 2010

Thinking of selling your home? The first thing you need to do is take a careful look at your home from the outside in. Does the outside and inside of the house need painting? Does the lawn need a sprucing up? If you have a garage, does it need to be straightened out? Remember that curb appeal is very thing. The first look the buyer will have of your home for sale is the front yard. So make it appealing.

Those things mentioned above are just a few of the items that need to be taken care of before you put your home on the market.

You have to imagine how a prospective buyer will see your home and how it fits for their family. With that said, remove personal pictures off the walls and tables, clean out closets, (because the buyer will look in all the closets). Make sure all the bathrooms are rid of any mold or mildew.

Once you have completed all of your tasks, you are ready to begin interviewing real estate agents to market and sell your property.

Remember by using a professional real estate agent he or she will help you sell your home quicker and for a higher price. Your real estate agent will also offer helpful ideas to stage your home for prospective buyers.

A real estate agent will give your home maximum exposure to prospective buyers.

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