blog blog articles for December 2015

Blog Articles for December 2015

Energy Efficiency and Your Florida Home
Radiant Barrier, an insulating foil shield attached to your roof trusses during construction, can lower your cooling costs up to 12 percent.Here in Florida, we enjoy sunshine year round. It’s wonderful to take a pleasant evening stroll or lounge away an afternoon at the beach even in
Tampa and Orlando Among Best Cities for Investing in Real Estate
Buying a home is a major decision. Whether you plan to live in this home for many years to come, or are purchasing it as an investment to rent out or re-sell, you might wonder if you’re making a sound financial investment.BiggerPockets, the largest online forum for real estate investors in the
How Does the Federal Reserve Rate Hike Affect Florida Home Buyers?
Last week, the Federal Reserve announced its decision to raise short-term interest rates for the first time in nearly a decade. And, if you are buying a home in Florida, you may wonder what this means for your mortgage rate.The good news is, in the short term, this Federal Reserve rate hike should
Don’t Wait Until After the Holidays — Buy Now and Save
Towards the holidays, people’s minds tend to focus on the gifts which need to be bought, lights that need to be hung, finding the perfect dress or suit for holiday celebrations. Real estate may not be the primary thing on your mind — until you try to squeeze all of your family and friends around the
Your Guide to 2015 Holiday Happenings in Florida
Are you looking for a schedule of holiday events and celebrations near your new home in Florida? We’ve compiled a list just for you! The best hometown Christmas parades, craft shows, twinkling lights and festive displays are all just moments away.Winter Haven area Celebrate Christmas at Bok Tower
Buying Beats Out Renting in Tampa
You’re thinking of moving, but is renting or buying the right decision? It’s a tough one for many Millennials and potential first-time home buyers to make. Fortunately, the real estate experts at Trulia have compiled information to compare your financial options and help make that decision