National Flood Insurance Program “NFIP” 2.0 and its effect on Florida Real Estate With the April 1st FEMA renewal date just a few weeks away, what can YOU do to protect yourself? FEMA Risk Rating 2.0 Facts: Starting April 1st, Risk Rating 2.0 will be applied to all existing policies in the 2022 renewal cycle. Risk …
Step 1 in the Buying Process: A Buyer’s Consultation So… you’re thinking about making one of the biggest investments of your life!?! Whether you are a first-time homebuyer or a seasoned homeowner, you will be asked to join in on a Buyer’s Consultation. What is a Buyer’s Consultation? Breathe, the word “consultation” sounds way more serious …
Maintenance Guide for Florida Homes Florida homes are different than others across the nation and globe. They’re subject to intense sunlight year-round, and atmospheric saltwater… They don’t have basements or furnaces… Instead, they have a host of unique features you may have never heard of… like a lanai… or features you may have heard of …
GRI Award Ceremony Details Today I was awarded the highly esteemed Graduate of the Realtor Institute (GRI) designation. The certificate of designation and lapel pin were presented to me by 2017 Board President Bill Steinke, of the Royal Palm Coast Realtor Association in Fort Myers, Florida. The GRI designation accomplishes one of my most important career goals, which …
Condo Market Heats Up with the Start of Summer FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE (Fort Myers, FL – June 21, 2017) The Condo market in Lee County is heating up, according to the newest statistics from Florida Realtors®. The numbers, released today, show a positive upswing for Condos and Townhomes in the month of May, while Single …
FLORIDA HOMESTEAD EXEMPTION OFFICIAL TIMELY FILING PERIOD JANUARY 1 – MARCH 1 LATE FILED APPLICATIONS ACCEPTED UP TO 25 DAYS AFTER THE MAILING OF THE TRUTH IN MILLAGE NOTICE (TRIM Notice) – If you believe you may qualify – apply immediately. Florida law requires that application be made by March 1st (late filed accepted and …
Claiming Residency in the State of Florida State laws vary, but in general, you need to be able to prove that you intend to make the low-tax state your permanent home, says Rocky Mengle, a senior analyst for Wolters Kluwer Tax & Accounting. The easiest way to do that is to sell your place up …
