Are you considering a move to the Sunshine State? Whether you’re eyeing the vibrant city life of Tampa, the magical allure of Orlando, or the charming appeal of Lakeland and its surrounding cities, understanding housing affordability is crucial. Let’s delve into the housing market of these Florida gems to see… Read more »
An Open Letter to the Buyer
An Open Letter to Home Buyers – by Petra Norris, Broker, Owner You’ve probably caught wind of the recent lawsuit and subsequent settlement involving NAR and other brokerage defendants. Among the buzz, you might have heard the notion that sellers are no longer obligated to cover the costs of your… Read more »
Real Estate Terminology and Lingo Explained!
Understanding real estate can be a tricky business. So if you are buying or selling a house and are hearing a bunch of terminology and lingo you don’t understand, you are not alone. You probably don’t deal with real estate regularly, so it makes sense there are certain terms you… Read more »
An In-Depth Guide for Moving to Florida and Achieving a Florida Residency
So…you’re moving to Lakeland, Florida. Great choice! Did you know that Florida is considered the number one freest state in America? Yep! And if you want to know why, well—there are too many reasons to list within the scope of this article, so you will have to take our word for… Read more »
Do You Really Need Title Insurance?
Are you trying to buy a home or a vacant lot? If so, you’ve probably been told you need to get title insurance…right? But do you really need title insurance? Here we are going to define what is title insurance, if you need it, how much it costs, the benefits of title… Read more »
Must-Know Facts About Florida Homestead Exemptions
If you have just purchased a home (or already have a home), you are probably thinking how wonderful homeownership is. And even though homeownership can seem expensive, it’s almost always cheaper and better than throwing your money away on renting a home you’ll never own. There is no greater gift than having… Read more »
The Dangers of Writing Multiple Offers at the Same Time
Have you been trying and trying to buy a house but to no avail? Have you been putting in offers on home after home and keep losing them to someone else? If so, you are not alone, it seems as if this has become the new normal for home buying… Read more »
Should I Hire a Buyer’s Agent?
Are you getting ready to start looking for a new home? That’s great! But do you know where to start? Are you sure? Buying a new home isn’t something you should jump into without first preparing yourself for what’s ahead. There are some pretty important things that need to be… Read more »
11 Tips on How to Win a Bidding War When Buying a Home
Are you thinking about buying a home? Have you been scouring the internet looking for that perfect home at a great price? Yep! You’re excited—we get it. But wait… Before you go any further, it would be in your best interest to develop a home buying strategy first. A home… Read more »
Things to Know Before Moving to Lakeland, FL
Are you thinking about moving to Lakeland, FL? If so, there are probably some things you would like to know about it first…right? There are so many wonderful aspects of living in Lakeland that it would be impossible to list them all. However, we are going to do our best… Read more »
Help — I Sold My House and Can’t Find Another One
You put your house on the market and thought you had some time to begin looking for another one. But suddenly… Someone bought your house, and you haven’t yet found another one yet! So, obviously, you are probably in a panic. We get it. But don’t worry, there are options… Read more »
The 2020 Lakeland Real Estate Market
Are you wondering how the 2020 real estate market fared now that the year has come and gone (thank goodness)? If so, you are probably also wondering if that housing trend will continue…right? Let’s take a look back at the 2020 Lakeland Real Estate Market. As you know, many try to… Read more »