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When you initially set out to purchase a property, the real estate agent(s) and home seller will want to know you can actually afford to purchase the property. After all, if you can’t afford to buy it, you’ll be wasting everyone’s time. Aside from affordability concerns, you may find other issues that disqualify you from obtaining a mortgage. For these reasons, most real estate agents will require that you get pre-approved, at a minimum, before they even begin showing you prospective properties. Most agents have a mortgage contact they’ll likely refer to you to get the…

Below are the numbers for Luxury Properties priced above one million dollars for the past 30 days in the Boca Raton, Florida area. The single family home luxury market continues to move fast with multiple properties changing hands. Luxury Single Family Homes Total Properties Available 376 Price Range $1,025,000Â $25,000,000 Total Properties Pending 4 Total Properties Sold 17 Price Range $1,035,000Â – $4,831,450 Average Days on Market 145 Luxury Condominiums Total Properties Available 60 Price Range $1,025,000 $13,950,000 Total Properties Pending 4 Total Properties Sold 4 Price Range $1,075,000…

Below are the numbers for Luxury Properties priced above one million dollars for the past 30 days in the Boca Raton, Florida area. The single family home luxury market is booming with several properties changing hands. Luxury condos are moving a little slower this month. Luxury Single Family Homes Total Properties Available 364 Price Range $1,022,819 $25,000,000 Total Properties Pending 29 Total Properties Sold 11 Price Range $1,100,000 $3,550,000 Average Days on Market 297 …

As 2013 draws to a close, it’s fairly clear that the real estate market has gained strength: home sales are up, prices have firmed, foreclosures are down and mortgage rates remain close to record lows. Figures from the National Association of Realtors (NAR) show that September home values on average were 11.7 percent higher than a year earlier, the 10th consecutive month of double-digit, year-over-year, increases. NAR also reports that in the third quarter home prices increased in 144 out of 163 metropolitan statistical areas. Fifty-four areas had double-digit increases, and only 19 had price declines. What we have seen during…

Asheville’s all-encompassing music scene combines classical and rock, old and new. It’s one of the most vital pieces of the city’s culture, and one of the many reasons people travel to Asheville. Here’s a list of some of the best music venues in Asheville, NC: The Orange Peel Social Aid and Pleasure Club Named one of the Top 5 Rock Clubs in the Country by Rolling Stone Magazine, the Orange Peel hosts a variety of national musical acts from all genres. It has also been featured in USA Today, Travel and Leisure Magazine, Cosmopolitan, GQ, and more. The…

Altamont Brewing Company 1042 Haywood Road Asheville, NC 28806 Known locally as “the bar,” the Altamont offers weekly live music and special events. But that’s not why they’re there. It features a 7bbl brewery and 20 taps, including guest taps, a full liquor bar, wine and comprehensive bottle and can selection. This is not your average bar. Kayaks are stored behind the bar at the Altamont, cyclists can ride right in and dogs lounge around getting…

Moving can be an overwhelming experience; unfortunately it can also create opportunities for identity theft. Whenever you change addresses, you leave yourself vulnerable to identity theft. However, if you know why you might be vulnerable and how thieves can use your move to their advantage, then you can ensure that these risks are addressed before you move from your home. As most of us know, identity theft happens when someone gains access to personal information that they can then use to access your bank account, use your credit cards or prepare fake documents in your name. Moving often makes it easier…

Buying a home is probably the most important purchase you will ever make… these ten tips will help you better understand what you can expect from contract to closing. 1. Determine Your Needs The process of purchasing a home can be especially daunting if you don’t take the time to determine your needs. A real estate professional will be able to best assist you if you are willing to answer a few important questions: What is your current lifestyle and how will that play into the neighborhood or community you choose? e.g. sports enthusiast that requires hiking…

Hurricane season has just begun and will last until the end of November; it is important for homeowners to have an awareness of what their insurance policy covers and what their hurricane deductible is. This is particularly true for first time home buyers or for homeowners that have relocated to coastal states from non-coastal regions and have not had hurricane coverage in the past. The hurricane deductible will determine the amount of money you must pay out-of-pocket before your coverage kicks in if there is damage to your residence due to a hurricane. Hurricane deductibles are clearly listed in your…