Home Buying Tips for Low Inventory
Posted by Admirals Cove Homes on May 20, 2013 in Home, Real Estate | 0 comments
Inventory for homes are at record lows. We are truly in a sellers market, which can make the home buying process a tough one. There are a lot of home buyers out there making offers above asking price and still not getting the home. Here are some tips to make the home buying experience in Admirals Cove a little easier. Get your finances in order- Before you begin your house hunt, make sure your finances are in order. Start by figuring out what your budget is and stick to it. Given the housing market right now, many realtors won’t take you to the home unless you have secured financing. Find the right neighborhood- Figure out the type of neighborhood you want in advance so you don’t have to waste time going all over town. By going to open houses in the neighborhood you were looking at you can decide which neighborhood is right for you. Act quickly- As a result of having your finances in order and knowing what neighborhood you want to be in, you can make an offer faster. That will increase your odds of getting the home you are looking for. For more information on home listings in Admirals Cove, contact Rob Thomson and the rest of the Admirals Cove team at (561) 743-0344 or...
Biggest Questions Most People Have About the Housing Market
Posted by Admirals Cove Homes on May 16, 2013 in Home, Real Estate | 0 comments
Whether you are looking to sell or buy, the housing market can be a tricky industry. It is always changing and the current state is completely different than how it was even several years ago. Here are some of the biggest questions and answers that most people have about the housing market in Admirals Cove. How is the housing market really doing?- While the housing market hasn’t fully recovered from the crash, it is headed in the right direction. Prices are up and inventory is low, creating a seller’s market full of bidding wars. Are banks lending?- Banks are eager to lend to people that are qualified. If you have bad credit or not enough of a down payment, it will be tougher to get a bank to lend you money. An above average FICO score, a suitable debt0to income ratio, and proof of a 20% down payment will increase your chances of getting a loan. Will home prices keep rising?- While impossible to predict the future, it appears that home prices will keep rising the rest of the year. It is unlikely that they will never be as high as they were in 2006, they will continue to climb, especially if there are more people looking to buy then there are homes for sale. For more information on home listings in Admirals Cove, contact Rob Thomson and the rest of the Admirals Cove team at (561) 743-0344 or...
How To Waterproof Your Home In One Weekend
Posted by Admirals Cove Homes on May 10, 2013 in Home | 0 comments
Spring brings plenty to enjoy at Admirals Cove. Flowers, longer days, golf, and fishing are things to enjoy during the spring time. One of the less enjoyable things that spring can bring is rain. All the rain can cause tremendous damage to your home and its value. A short amount of time spent on the upkeep of your home can help your home fight off spring showers and summer storms. Here are some ways to waterproof your home in just one weekend. Rain gutter repairs- Nobody likes to clean and repair gutters but it needs to be done. Using tongs to pull the leaves out will make it easier to clean them out, while extra long lag screws will come in handy for any repairs that need to be made. Repairing cracks in concrete- Water has a knack for finding the cracks in your concrete and getting in. This will cause the ground underneath to soften and cause more cracking. For small cracks, using concrete caulk will usually do the trick. If the crack is bigger than a quarter of an inch then concrete patches should work just fine. For home listings in Admirals Cove, visit...
Admirals Cove Residents to Participate in Charity Fishing Event
Posted by Admirals Cove Homes on May 1, 2013 in Home | 0 comments
Mike Schmidt and The Winner’s Circle Charities hosted their annual Rock and Reel Gala and fishing tournament this week for the 12th consecutive year. The events were held to benefit the charity’s fight against cystic fibrosis. Since the inception of the Gala and fishing tournament in 2001, the Winner’s Circle Charities has raised more than $1.5 million toward cystic fibrosis research. For the second straight year, Steve Moynihan and HMY Yachts has partnered with Schmidt for the fishing tournament. In addition to Schmidt, several Admirals Cove residents were taking part in the fishing tournament held at Old Bahama Bay, including Waterfront Properties managing partner Rob Thompson and fellow committee members Harold Kay and George Bengston. Also participating on the committe is Debbie Weinstein, the mother of Brett Weinstein, who the charity was originally started for. The boats left this morning from the Jupiter inlet on their way to Old Bahama Bay. The fishing tournament is part of a week-long event that kicked off this past Saturday at the Rock and Reel Gala and Auction at Admirals Cove. For more information on the Winner’s Circle Charities, please visit...
US Open Golf Qualifier Comes to Admirals Cove
Posted by Admirals Cove Homes on Apr 26, 2013 in Admirals Cove Golf, Home | 1 comment
Every year the USGA puts on local U.S. Open qualifying tournaments throughout the country leading up to the U.S. Open in mid June. This year, Admirals Cove be hosting one of those local qualifiers on its East Course. The East Course, designed by Robert von Hagge is a par 72 course that will play at a distance of about 6800 yards for the event. The tournament, held on May 3rd, will be an 18-hole event and will feature top pro, semi-pro, and amateur golfers in our area that have a handicap of 1.4 or lower. They will descend on the beautiful Jupiter club to try and qualify for the U.S. Open June 13-16. Those who are successful at the local qualifier will then advance to one of the 11 sectional qualifying events. The sectional qualifiers will be 36-hole events and will all take place on June 3rd. The U.S. Open will be held at Marion Golf Club in Ardmore, Pennsylvania. It will be the fifth time that Merion will host the event and will feature not just the best golfers in our community but the world. For more information on the qualifying procedures and a full list of all the qualifier locations visit...
Admirals Cove Adds Acupuncturist For Residents and Members
Posted by Admirals Cove Homes on Apr 25, 2013 in Home | 0 comments
Admirals Cove in Jupiter already boasts some of the best facilities in the area. They offer their residents and members world class golf and tennis facilities, a full service marina, a fitness center, a salon, and a full service spa. The spa recently added acupuncturists to the facility. Acupuncture is a practice that originated in China more than 2,000 years ago. It provides relief for a variety of conditions and diseases, including neck and cervical pain, low back and shoulder pain, insomnia, headaches and migraines, and arthritis pain. Appointments can be made for residents and members by contacting the spa at 561-745-5921. For home listings in Admirals Cove, visit...