Plenty of folks have been sitting on the sidelines in recent months, hoping to see the affordability of high-value homes in Horizon West (the area I lovingly call Disney’s Backyard) improve after a prolonged period of high mortgage rates and steep prices. Well, the time is now! Rates are trending down into a buyer sweet spot, but that trend might not last long.
Read MoreI’m sure you’ve been hearing the buzz about how the landscape of realtor commissions is changing. If you’re confused by it, don’t worry….it can be confusing for us realtors, too! No doubt you’re going to see lots of real estate agents completely changing the way they operate, and other folks will encourage you not to “bother” having an agent at all. It’s my hope that this post will help cut through the chaos and show you how getting expert guidance from a trusted realtor is absolutely invaluable especially now. Here’s why.
Read MoreIf you’re gearing up to put your home on the market as the next (or first!) step in your house hunting journey, one of the most essential things you’re going to want to discuss with your real estate agent is potential buyer access. Of course, things like pricing the home correctly and tidying up for potential buyers are always important, but this seemingly small aspect can make a big difference when it comes to finding a possible buyer for your home!
Read MoreIt’s March, and no doubt you’ve been glued to your TV screens to take part in the excitement of March Madness! Well, for us here in the Heart and Home Orlando family, we’ve spent this month undertaking a huge project just for the fun of it, inspired by our home here in Disney’s Backyard of Horizon West, Florida: a Disney Character Bracket!
Read MoreRecently started your journey to homeownership? If so, chances are you’ve stumbled across the term “pre-approval” once…or a hundred times. But what is it, and why is it so important? Let’s dive into this essential step in the homebuying process and chat about what it means for you and your road to home.
Read MoreWhether you’re out of state or local to the Disney’s Backyard area, you may be putting off selling your home because you’re worried about finding the perfect home to move to in this crazy market. I hear you! So many things need to line up perfectly to get you the right buyer for your existing home and the right seller for your new one…which is why for many, especially here in Horizon West, buying new has a slew of perks that can make both the buying and selling process that much easier.
Read MoreAre you looking to buy a home in Horizon West, Florida this spring? With the current state of the housing market, it’s important to be prepared for any and all challenges that might come your way throughout the process…
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