The share of would-be Vero Beach home buyers who think now is a good time to buy a Vero Beach home officially plummeted to an all-time low in August, according to a new housing industry report. Fannie Mae's August National Housing Survey results found this to be the second consecutive month it has fallen, dropping six percentage points since June […]
Surge in Vero Beach Home Sales Predicted
An unusual surge in Vero Beach home sales is predicted this fall due to a slowdown in home price growth and a shift in pricing power from sellers to one that more closely aligns with buyers' expectations. Home buyers who have been willing to wait for better deals are starting to be rewarded for their patience. The number of Vero […]
Vero Beach Home Warranties: Why To Avoid Them
We've featured articles here on our site in the past about the pro's and con's of getting Vero Beach home warranties. But just recently, Consumer Reports released an article discussing why you should avoid Vero Beach home warranties, since even the best ones typically aren't worth the cost, and they advise putting your money in the bank instead. The state […]
Fall Maintenance for Vero Beach Home Sellers
Here we are… another fall season upon us. If you're among the Vero Beach home sellers trying to make your home stand out in the list of homes for sale, here are some tips you should consider to keep your landscaping and exterior in top shape for those prospective home buyers. Things Vero Beach Home Sellers Should Do Outside Now […]
Vero Beach Homeowners Insurance Is Not Dumb
Getting Vero Beach homeowners insurance is not considered a dumb buy, but some forms of insurance do qualify as a dumb insurance. Some insurance is a total waste of your money, as outlined in this short video… . Some insurers offer discounts on Vero Beach homeowners insurance if you cover both your home and your automobiles with the same company. […]
Pets Help More Vero Beach Renters Become Homeowners
There are no stats (that we know of) for just how many Vero Beach renters become homeowners because they love their pets too much to give them up, and often renting is not an option for pet owners. Approximately 8 million animals end up in shelters each year, and moving-related issues are among the most common reasons for giving up […]
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Vero Beach Home Remodeling Considerations
As a family grows, often the needs of the family change, which is why many homeowners consider remodeling. By completing a Vero Beach home remodeling project, you have the benefit of staying in the home you love. But before you decide to take on a home remodeling project, here are a few questions you'll want to consider. . To get […]
FICO Changes: No Benefit To Vero Beach Home Buyers
We recently told you about FICO score changes that were being made that could make getting a mortgage easier for Vero Beach home buyers. Well, not so fast. What nobody mentioned about the score, dubbed FICO Score 9, is that most Vero Beach home buyers aren't likely to see any direct benefit from it any time soon, very possibly not […]
Helping Children Become First-Time Vero Beach Homebuyers
Young, first-time Vero Beach homebuyers are becoming an increasingly rare site these days in the housing market. According to the Census Bureau, the homeownership rate for the 35-and-under crowd fell to a 22-year low in the second quarter. This has some parents wondering whether they can, or should, help their kids buy a home. Should You Help Children Become First-Time […]