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Selling in 2025? 6 Must-Haves for Your Home | Brought to you by The Cantrell Team
Updating your kitchen with quartz countertops and smart appliances significantly enhances resale value. Adopting a neutral color palette makes your home more appealing to potential buyers and feels modern.
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Effective strategies for saving up to buy a house
Purchasing a home requires careful planning and disciplined saving. Start by setting a clear savings goal, ideally saving at least 20% for a down payment and accounting for closing costs. Create and stick to a budget, cutting unnecessary expenses. Consider investing a portion of your savings for better returns and open a dedicated high-yield savings…
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Audit Unveils Critical Fixes for Florida Insurer | Brought to you by The Cantrell Team
Audit of Florida’s state-owned insurance corporation recommended improvements in customer service and fiscal management.Coverage includes dwellings, personal property, rentals, and additional living expenses; underwriting guidelines must be followed.
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Single-Family Homes Thrive as Florida Condos Struggle | Brought to you by The Cantrell Team
Florida condo prices are dropping due to soaring inventory and buyer reluctance. Surging HOA fees and high insurance costs are affecting condo sales in Florida.
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Experts Warn of Florida Condo Market Collapse | Brought to you by The Cantrell Team
Florida’s condo market faces soaring costs, driven by rising HOA fees and stricter safety regulations. Experts warn of a potential mass exodus of condo owners, leading to a glut of unsold units.
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Mortgage Rates in Florida
Many products listed are from partners that compensate for the content, but editorial integrity remains intact. Securing the best mortgage rates can save significant amounts on home purchases. In Florida, towns like Homosassa Springs, North Fort Myers, Avon Park, West Pensacola, and Brent offer budget-friendly housing options with low property taxes. Homeownership is prevalent in…
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Can the Federal Government Fix Florida Property Insurance? | Brought to you by The Cantrell Team
Some lawmakers propose federal solutions, including tax deductions for insurance premiums and lowering reinsurance requirements.A proposal for a national homeowners insurance policy aims to spread risks and reduce premiums nationwide.
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Florida Legislature to Tackle Condo Assessment Challenge | Brought to you by The Cantrell Team
A special legislative session is being called to address the condo assessment crisis in Florida. New regulations require inspections and reserve studies, causing significant increases in condo assessments.
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You just bought a home? Here’s what you should do before moving in
Before moving into your new home, change all exterior locks and garage codes. Consider a thorough cleaning, set up utility accounts, and update your address with the post office. Ensure all detectors are working and locate important controls. Once settled, establish routines and explore the neighborhood. The FHA's 203(k) program now allows borrowers to include…
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Florida Property Investors Set for the Next 5-Yr Boom | Brought to you by The Cantrell Team
Real Estate experts and investors consider Florida one of the best states for property investment over five years. Real Estate prices have risen 63.7% over the last five years, showing strong long-term growth.