Three Reasons Why the Housing Maket is Recovering
For a while now, the public has been hearing about how the housing market is making a recovery. Here is a look at the three key reasons for the recovery. Fewer distressed properties- When the hosing bubble burst, millions of homeowners lost their properties. The result was that the housing market was flooded with distressed properties. The only people interested in these properties were those looking to purchase them for an investment or as a fix-up. Fast forward to 2013 and only 1 out of 5 home sales are for distressed properties. Lack of inventory- Currently, the demand of homes is greater than the supply. This is causing buyers to get into a bidding war with each other and driving up the prices of homes. With the inventory being as low as it is for the first time since 2005 it is quickly becoming a seller’s market. Increased consumer confidence- As the economy starts to recover, it leads to either new jobs or a new sense of job security. People are now more likely to start making large purchases again, including homes. This gives people the confidence to get out there and start looking for their new home. For listings in Admirals Cove visit...
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Renovate Your Home Without Getting Overwhelmed
Taking on renovations can be very stressful. From dealing with contractors to the general disruption of your day to day tasks it can be a daunting task. Here are some tips for renovating your home. Save up- One of the worst mistakes people make is not saving adequately for the renovation before it begins. Contractors can be known for going over budget and people can find things that they want that are more expansive than planned. Saving more than budgeted will help with some of these issues. Clean up at the end of every work day- All the dust and debris from each day can really add up over time. Cleaning up a little every day can save you a lot of time in the long run then if you let everything build up. The best way to keep up some sort of normalcy in your home during a renovation is to keep it as clean as possible during the entire process. Avoid doing more than one room at a time- One of the common misconceptions is to get all your renovations done at once. Although it might seem never ending, doing everything at once means no place to escape to if you want to get away from everything. For home listings in Admirals Cove visit...
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Signs You Are Ready to Buy
Figuring out whether you are read to buy a house can be a big decision. Here are some signs that you are ready to buy. You are familiar with the market- If you have been paying attention to how much houses are listed for in the area you are looking at then you are in good shape. If you are not familiar with asking prices in the area you are looking for then you might want to go back and do some more research. Money- If you have the money for a down payment and closing costs then you are ahead of the game. Down payments typically range from 3-20% of the property value while closing costs include taxes, title insurance, financing costs, and items that must be prepaid or escrowed. Credit- Make sure your credit is in good shape and your credit report is accurate. Lenders will view your credit history to determine whether they will give you a loan. For home listings in Admirals Cove visit...
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The Art Of House Hunting
Searching for a house can sometimes be a tough task. Between budget and size and the neighborhood you want, there are many things to consider when looking for a home. Here are a few tips to help with your house hunting. Prepare a checklist- As you begin your house hunting, prepare a checklist. Your checklist should be split into exterior and interior characteristics. Some of the exterior characteristics might include paint condition, size of the yard, and roof condition. Some of the interior features might include square footage, floor plan, and the size of the rooms and storage spaces in the house. Take a camera- Taking a camera and taking pictures of some of these interior and exterior features will help when you sit down to choose a house after seeing all of the options. Bring someone with you- Bringing a spouse, friend, or family member will give you a second opinion. They might notice a shortcoming or an issue with the house that you might have missed. Remain in close contact with your agent- This is very important, especially if you are in a strong seller’s market. You want a good agent who will alert you of new listings and who will show you the houses as soon as they are listed. For homes available in Admirals Cove visit...
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One of the Nation’s Top 25 Communities: Admirals Cove
Falling among the Top 25 Clubs in the nation and ranked as a “Platinum Club,” The Club at Admirals Cove has some of the most desirable real estate in south Florida. The community is a premier, country club neighborhood known for its incredible amenities. whether you are an avid golfer, like to play tennis or are a boating enthusiast, Admirals Cove certainly has something for you! Some of the features of the neighborhood include the two, stunning clubhouses. Both offer casual and formal dining and lavish amenities to their residents and guests. The Admirals Cove east club has recently been renovated and offers 32 guest suites at the Club’s Inn for guests of the residents. There is also a state-of-the-art fitness center, full-service salon and spa, 12 Har-Tru tennis courts, and a private bank. Admirals Cove’s amenities and lifestyle set the bar high for the ideal place to call home. The homes in Admirals Cove are included among some of the most desirable real estate in the country. The homes range in style and size from Mediterranean-inspired estates to charming town homes. There is always a view when you own in Admirals Cove, from the miles of traversable waterways to the rolling, green golf course. To see available homes for sale in Admirals Cove, please visit our Admirals Cove Homes page!...
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Tennis Club at Admirals Cove Boasts Top Tennis Facilities
The Tennis Club at Admirals Cove features 12 Har-Tru tennis courts that are all now equipped for night play. This allows members and guests the optimal playing conditions and gives them the ability for them to play on their own time. The tennis facility features a tennis pro shop fully stocked with men’s, women’s, and children’s apparel. They also offer a wide variety of racquets, shoes, accessories, and racquet stringing and re-gripping services. The Tennis Club at Admirals Cove also offers top teaching programs including the Dartfish Video System. The system is the world’s leading video analysis software and has been used to allow students to instantly see their recorded strokes.The program also offers private, semi-private, and group lessons. The Tennis Club features youth programs as well as men’s and women’s team tennis events as well as a fitness program that specializes in tennis cardio. For more information on Admirals Cove including membership rates visit...
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