Vero Beach Real Estate
The latest Vero Beach real estate news recently included the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) issuance of new regulatory guidelines to the Fair Housing Act. The new guidelines more closely quantify and qualify “those actions or policies by landlords, property managers, real estate agents or lenders that could be classified as discrimination” against people protected under the […]
The Vero Beach mortgage refinancing market has enjoyed months of near-record low interest rates. The rates have stayed so low for so long that many borrowers assumed home mortgage interest rates will be low “forever.” And for good reason. At the first sign of rising interest rates – regardless of how slight the expected increase – the global money markets seemed to […]
Vero Beach insurance costs aren't cheap. The average U.S. homeowner pays $952 for insurance on their home. While it’s not a budget-breaker, we all would like to pay less. Here are a few helpful strategies and tips that not only better protect your home from loss, but can help save you money, too. First, it’s important to make sure you […]
Most real estate on the market is comprised of homes listed by real estate professionals. In addition, some properties may be available for sale directly by the owner. FSBO is the industry acronym for “For Sale By Owner.” One of the common misconceptions with Vero Beach FSBO properties – or FSBOs – is the myth that because the sale doesn’t […]
Some of the most important Vero Beach outside home improvements can also be the least expensive – and can put your home’s “best foot forward.” When it comes to giving your home a boost in curb appeal, here are nine ideas to improve its exterior. Cut the grass and tend to the lawn area. For most homes, the lawn comprises […]
The Vero Beach economic market has been battling the notion for some time now that the U.S. is headed for another housing bubble. A repeat of the recession and housing crisis from less than a decade ago is unlikely at best. Yet, there are those that have warned of another housing meltdown like the one that occurred back in 2008. Before you […]
When you hire a Vero Beach home inspections specialist, there are often problems that even the most knowledgeable and experienced home inspectors can’t always see. While trained professional inspectors can notice wood rot, spot weak places on a home’s roof or locate cracks in a foundation, there are some areas that can go undetected. While a home inspector often can […]
Here are a few Vero Beach home buying tips for renters to consider if you're ready to take the big step toward home ownership. In addition to the basics like saving up for a down payment and deciding on a housing budget, there are other important considerations to address. Renters have become accustomed to paying a fixed amount of money […]
Even though the Vero Beach tax season has come and gone for most filers, “extension season” is here until October 17th. If you’re a homeowner and you filed an extension back in April, you’ll want to make sure you take advantage of some important Vero Beach tax deductions that can reduce your income tax liability when you file your returns. […]
Interest rates recently rose slightly, raising the question of what affect they will have on Vero Beach mortgages. Rates increased for the first time in more than two months, creating a sell-off in the U.S. Treasury bond market. Mortgage interest rates have traditionally been tied loosely to the 10-year Treasury bond yield. While the increase in interest rates was only .125% […]
