Englewood Real Estate BlogRecently posted or modified blog posts in the category - Buying a Homehttps://www.tallpinesrealty.com/blog/Copyright TallPinesRealty.com2019-10-24T02:42:47-07:00tag:tallpinesrealty.com,2012-09-20:9404Your Englewood, Florida, Real Estate Leader: Tall Pines RealtyAre you ready to buy or sell a home in Englewood? We understand how complicated the real estate process can be, and we're here to help.
Whether you're moving down the road or across the country, our team of experienced agents can offer professional guidance and assistance every step of the way.
Today, we're sharing what makes our agency stand above the rest. We're well-versed in the Englewood Florida real estate market and we're dedicated to helping you find the property of your dreams. <br />Ready to learn more? Let's get started!
State-of-the-Art Property Search
Forget digging through pages and pages of irrelevant online property listings that only including a handful of your must-haves and nothing on your wishlist. Real estate is time-consuming enough without the extra burden of manually filtering through homes that don't fit the bill.
Our innovative property search tool allows you to filter results down to the most granular level. This way, you can make sure you're looking only at the properties that meet your needs. <br />In addition to property type, you can also search by sub-type. For instance, you can select a residential property, then narrow it down to only condominiums.
From there, you can narrow your search even more, searching for additional features such as:
Water access
Floor number
Minimum lease period
Pet size limit
Max leases per year
Accessibility features
Flooring types
Much more
Sticking to a strict budget? You can even search for homes with a recent price reduction, as well as short-sale properties and foreclosures. If you're curious about how long each listing has been on the market, we'll show you that data, too!
Want to walk right into a brand-new home? Browse our new construction properties for homes that you can make all your own!<br />Location-Based Map Search
While the interior and exterior features are important, most Englewood real estate agents abide by the same mantra: Location is key!
Are you moving or relocating for work? Do you want to live in a certain school district or within a given distance of certain nearby amenities?<br />In any of these cases, you'll focus your search on location. To make this process as easy as possible, we've added an interactive map feature to our website.<br />Clicking any home on the map will open a quick view of the listing, where you can view pictures of the property and learn more about it, including the address, square footage, year built, and more. This means you can search multiple listings at once, without clicking to another page.
Regardless of whether you use the advanced search tool or our interactive map, you can rest assured you're looking at the most recent listings. Our systems update every day with data straight from the Multiple Listing Service (MLS).
Helpful Community Guide
If you're moving into Englewood, you might be looking to put down roots in a specific local community such as Boca Grande or Palm Island. <br />That's why we created our online Community Guide feature.
Here, you'll find up-to-the-minute real estate listings, categorized by the specific communities that contain each property.
<br />In addition to details about active listings, you'll also find out much more information about each area when you click on the name of any community. From famous residents to acreage, we've researched every fine-print detail so you don't have to. This can help you compare and contrast different neighbourhoods to find the one that's a perfect fit for your family.
Free Updates and Notifications
As you browse our site and make a list of the properties that catch your eye, you can sign up for a Property Tracker account. In a few clicks, you can make sure you're always the loop about any updates. <br />When you create an account, you're one step closer to your dream Englewood home.
In addition to helping you save and remember your favourite homes, we'll also keep your search criteria in our system. That way, any time a new listing comes on the market that matches your requirements, we can let you know in real-time. This empowers you to act as quickly as possible when it's time to close the deal.
This customized service isn't only convenient, quick and efficient. It's also available at zero cost to you, and completely automatic. Your account is private, secure and confidential, ensuring your protection at every turn. <br />Skilled, Qualified Real Estate Expertise
Your home is one of the most expensive investments you'll ever make. That's why it pays to have a team of qualified, experienced real estate professionals on your side.<br />At Tall Pines Realty, we're committed to providing our clients access to some of the top real estate agents in the state. Our team members have years of full-time industry experience and advanced knowledge of the greater Englewood region.
This means we're uniquely positioned to help home buyers and sellers alike succeed in their personal real estate journey. We're in-the-know about all of the local communities and are the first to find out about new real estate opportunities in the area.
We're also experts at our craft, informed on local and national real estate law. We'll simplify legalese and explain challenging concepts to help you make informed decisions that lead you closer to closing.<br />Navigating the Englewood Florida Real Estate Market
Are you eyeing a piece of Englewood Florida real estate? Or, are you ready to move into a different part of the Sunshine State?<br />Either way, you've come to the right place.
Our team of real estate agents is ready to help. From advanced online queries to one-on-one support, we do it all. We also offer virtual advice on our blog that can help first-time homebuyers and veterans alike learn more about this intricate process.
Contact us today to learn more and let's get started.
2019-10-23T10:13:00-07:002019-10-24T02:42:47-07:00Tall Pines Realtytag:tallpinesrealty.com,2012-09-20:8308First Time Home Buyers. What you need to know before buying a house.<a href="https://www.pexels.com/photo/photo-of-a-white-door-with-a-hanging-wreath-and-welcome-decor-1652394/" title="First Time Home Buyers. What you need to know before buying a house"><img src="https://www.pexels.com/photo/photo-of-a-white-door-with-a-hanging-wreath-and-welcome-decor-1652394/" alt="First Time Home Buyers. What you need to know before buying a house." title="First Time Home Buyers. What you need to know before buying a house" /></a>
It is easy to become overwhelmed when you enter the home buying market. Friends, family, colleagues, and even acquaintances will give you their opinions if you are a first time home buyer. While most of them are looking out for your best interest, they are not fully aware of what is happening in the housing market.
Here are the critical steps you must take as you’re considering this major life step.
1. Take stock of your personal finances
You won’t be able to buy a home until you know what you can afford based on your personal finances. Be sure to keep track of your credit score and <a href="https://www.listenmoneymatters.com/destroy-and-consolidate-debt/mortgages/" data-lasso-id="83184">try to improve it</a> as much as you can.
The better your score is, the easier it will be for you to get approved for a loan. You should also determine how much you have saved up for a down payment. Generally, homebuyers are expected to put up between 5 and 20 percent of the price of a property as a down payment.
2. Research the local market
Long before you actually put an offer on a home, you should be monitoring the condition of the market in the area where you will be buying. Pay special attention to the length of time that most homes in your price range stay on the market and if there are any big shifts in the asking price.
Partnering with any local realtor can help you understand these key data points.
3. Go through the pre-approval process
You might be able to guess what your <a href="https://www.listenmoneymatters.com/class/how-to-set-up-a-budget/" data-lasso-id="83185">house budget</a> is based on your finances and credit score, but speaking with a lender will help you determine a specific number. In order to get pre-approved for a mortgage, you will have to provide your lender with some financial information, including your debts and assets.
4. List your priorities
Once you know how much house you can actually afford, you can actually begin your <a href="https://www.listenmoneymatters.com/how-to-save-for-a-house-fast/" data-lasso-id="83186">search for a home</a> among listings in your area of choice. Although you probably won’t be able to find a listing that fulfills every item on your wishlist, like that indoor pool.
It’s a good idea to keep your priorities top of mind to ensure you know what to look for when buying a house. So write them down, and make sure to revisit them as you begin looking at homes. More on that later.
5. Find an agent
With your list of priorities and your pre-approval information in hand, speak to a real estate agent who can help you find a home. An agent can facilitate negotiations between buyers and sellers and show you properties that fit your budget and meet your needs.
6. Make an offer and negotiate
With the help of your real estate agent, you will determine a fair price to offer the owners of a home in which you are interested. Try to avoid making a low-ball offer. Often, owners who receive an offer that is obviously too low simply refuse it upfront and don’t engage in any <a href="https://www.listenmoneymatters.com/how-to-negotiate-with-skill-not-force/" data-lasso-id="83187">further negotiations</a>.
You should always defer to the opinion of your agent, as he or she will know a lot more about the housing market and the rules that apply to home offers.
7. Handle inspections and secure a loan
Home inspections are a necessary part of the homebuying process. Don’t skip this. It’s important to have the house you are purchasing professionally inspected to ensure you are aware of any damage or signs of structural wear.
An inspection will confirm whether the homeowners were honest in their listing and reveal any issues that might have gone unnoticed. After the inspection and the appraisal of the property, you can <a href="https://www.listenmoneymatters.com/mortgage-basics/" data-lasso-id="83188">secure your loan with a bank or lender</a>.
8. Submit paperwork and close
You will work with your lender and your real estate agent to ensure that all of the relevant paperwork for your purchase is in order. You will be able to move into your new home as soon as all of the paperwork has been completed and the seller of the house has been paid.2019-08-20T10:57:00-07:002019-08-20T11:21:10-07:00Tall Pines Realty