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Homes are More Affordable Today than in 1985-2000

Homes More Affordable Today than 1985-2000 Rising home prices have many concerned that the average family will no longer be able to afford the most precious piece of the American Dream – their own home. However, it is not just the price of a home that determines its affordability. The monthly cost of a home…

Posted in: Buyer Resources, Real Estate, Sarasota County Real Estate Tagged: buying a home in sarasota, homebuyers sarasota

Buying a Home Can Be Scary Unless You Know the Facts

Buying a Home Can Be Scary… Unless You Know the Facts [INFOGRAPHIC] Some Highlights: Many potential homebuyers believe that they need a 20% down payment and a 780 FICO® score to qualify to buy a home, which stops many of them from even trying! Here are some facts: 40% of millennials who purchased homes this…

Posted in: Buyer Resources, Manatee County Real Estate, Real Estate, Sarasota County Real Estate Tagged: buying a home in sarasota, first time home buyer

Buying Remains a Lot Cheaper than Renting in Florida

Buying Remains a Lot Cheaper Than Renting in Florida! In the latest Rent vs. Buy Report from Trulia, they explained that homeownership remains cheaper than renting with a traditional 30-year fixed rate mortgage in the 100 largest metro areas in the United States. The updated numbers show that the range is an average of 3.5% less expensive in San…

Posted in: Bradenton Real Estate, Buyer Resources, Casey Key Real Estate, Charlotte County Real Estate, Condos, Englewood Real Estate, for sale south venice, Lakewood Ranch Real Estate, Lido Key Real Estate, Manatee County Real Estate, Manatee County Real Estate Resources, New Homes New Construction, New Homes New Construction, Nokomis Real Estate, North Port Real Estate, Osprey Real Estate, Palmetto Real Estate, Parrish Real Estate, Pet Friendly Condos, Pet Friendly Townhomes, Pet Friendly Villas, Real Estate, Sarasota County Real Estate, Sarasota Real Estate, Sarasota Real Estate Resources, Siesta Key Real Estate, Suncoast Real Estate Market Reports, Venice Real Estate Tagged: buying a home in sarasota, buying house in sarasota, renting vs owning

Homeowner’s Net Worth Is Still Greater Than a Renter’s

Homeowner’s Net Worth Is Still Greater Than a Renter’s Every three years, the Federal Reserve conducts their Survey of Consumer Finances in which they collect data across all economic and social groups. The latest survey, which includes data from 2010-2013, reports that a homeowner’s net worth is 36 times greater than that of a renter ($194,500 vs. $5,400).  The latest survey…

Posted in: Bradenton Real Estate, Buyer Resources, Charlotte County Real Estate, Englewood Real Estate, Lakewood Ranch Real Estate, Lido Key Real Estate, Manatee County Real Estate, Manatee County Real Estate Resources, New Homes New Construction, Nokomis Real Estate, North Port Real Estate, Osprey Real Estate, Palmetto Real Estate, Parrish Real Estate, Real Estate, Sarasota County Real Estate, Sarasota Real Estate, Sarasota Real Estate Resources, Siesta Key Real Estate, Suncoast Real Estate Market Reports, Venice Real Estate Tagged: buying a home in sarasota, Julie Larson Realtor

You Don’t Need 20% Down to Buy a Home in Sarasota NOW!

You Don’t Need 20% Down to Buy a Home in Sarasota NOW! A survey by Ipsos found that the American public is still somewhat confused about what is required to qualify for a home mortgage loan in today’s housing market. There are two major misconceptions that we want to address today. 1. Down Payment The survey revealed…

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Renting or Buying in Sarasota Florida

Renting or Buying in Sarasota Florida… Either Way You’re Paying a Mortgage There are some people who have not purchased homes because they are uncomfortable taking on the obligation of a mortgage. Everyone should realize that, unless you are living with your parents rent-free, you are paying a mortgage – either yours or your landlord’s.…

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How Much Money Do I Need to Buy a House in Sarasota Florida

How Much Money Do I Need to Buy a House in Sarasota Florida? Over Half of All Buyers Across the Country Are Surprised by Closing Costs When buying a home on Sarasota’s Suncoast, choosing a good real estate agent is your first step. A good agent is going to have a team of real estate…

Posted in: Buyer Resources, Real Estate, Sarasota County Real Estate, Sarasota Real Estate, Sarasota Real Estate Resources Tagged: buying a home in sarasota, buying a house in sarasota, closing costs, downpayment, homebuyers sarasota, Julie Larson Realtor

Where Are Home Prices Heading in the Next 5 Years, Sarasota?

Home Price Projection | ThinkSuncoast.com

Where Are the Home Prices Heading in the Next 5 Years, Sarasota? Today, many real estate conversations center on housing prices and where they may be headed. That is why we like the Home Price Expectation Survey. Every quarter, Pulsenomics surveys a nationwide panel of over one hundred economists, real estate experts, and investment &…

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Daydreaming About Your Perfect Sarasota Home?

Daydreaming About Your Perfect Sarasota Home?   Know What You WANT vs. What You NEED In this day and age of being able to shop for anything anywhere, it is really important to know what you’re looking for when you start your Sarasota home search. If you’ve been thinking about buying a home of your…

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Buy a Home in Sarasota & Be Healthier!

Buy a Home in Sarasota & Be Healthier! The Impact of Homeownership on Family Health The National Association of Realtors recently released a study titled ‘Social Benefits of Homeownership and Stable Housing.’ The study confirmed a long-standing belief of most Americans: “Owning a home embodies the promise of individual autonomy and is the aspiration of…

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Will You Be Buying a Home in Sarasota this Year? 59 Million Buyers

Will You Be Buying a Home In Sarasota This Year? 59 Million People Will Be Entering the Housing Market in 2017   According to a survey conducted by Bankrate.com, one in four Americans are considering buying a home this year. If this statistic proves to be true, that means that 59 million people will be…

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