Miami-Dade Schools Testing, Testing, 1,2,3
Categories: Community Information, Real Estate News
hiWhew! We survived the FCATs, SATs & NRTs, don’t ask me what they stand for. But after a grueling couple of weeks, my first & third grade kids have survived all the testing. It is a time of serious frustration for parents, teachers & the poor kids. As parents, I want […]
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Don’t Let your Vote on Amendment 1 be Meaningless
Categories: As Heard on the Street, Real Estate News
hiI just read the following article from the Sun Sentinel, I am shocked. Apparently even though we voted & approved for property tax relief, many cities across Broward County, including Lauderdale Lakes, Southwest Ranches & Deerfield Beach may vote to increase your property taxes.
It sad but true, that we may not receive the […]
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One More Point of View on the National Real Estate Woes
Categories: Foreclosures, As Heard on the Street, Real Estate News
hiLately, a lot of articles, interviews & blogs have been written on solutions to fix our real estate woes. Here is an interesting one from Inman News. The main theme is to help ailing homeowners that are suffering with adjustable mortgage rates…which may not be the real answer.
There seems to be a […]
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Disney World Fan Shares Her Tips!
Categories: Life & Style, Real Estate News
hiPart of the fun of living in Florida, is being able to be a true Disney connoisseur. If you have never been to Disney World, start to plan a trip. It is truly a magical place & life changing trip for kids of all ages (0 to 101). Next weekend I will […]
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Eight Things you Should Know About Relocating to South Florida
Categories: Moving to South Florida, Real Estate News
hiMoving to South Florida? Here are eight things you should know.
1. Don’t fret about South Florida, it does not just consist of a fast paced city full of perfect bikini-clad bodies (not that there is anything wrong with that). There is a community for everybody, horse-lovers, soccer moms, socialites, singles, retirees, children, […]
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How to Make 2008 a Successful Year in Real Estate?
Categories: Real Estate News
hiAs I sat pondering what my New Year Resolutions should be? I immediately knew that I wanted to diet, exercise & spend more quality family time, etc. But I also wanted 2008 to be my most successful year in Real Estate. Let’s face it 2007 was tough to all of us: renters, owners, […]
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Black Friday Sales Extravaganza
Categories: As Heard on the Street, Real Estate News
hiI admit I love to shop! I do not care what I am shopping for or even if I make a purchase. I sincerely love to browse & find great deals. I guess this is why after years of taking Buyers to find the right home, I still love it!It is without […]
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The Great Debate - Should you Live in Miami-Dade or Broward?
Categories: South Florida Market Stats, Real Estate News
hiBeing a long-time resident of Miami Lakes & having been born at Mercy Hospital in Coconut Grove, I understand why people migrate to Miami. However living so close to the border of Miami-Dade & Broward (literally walking distance), I have for a long time now worked & played in Broward County. Both counties […]
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IKEA Grand Opening Date Announced!
Categories: Plantation, In The News, Community Events, Community Information, Real Estate News
hiIKEA, the world famous Swedish home store, that specializes in intelligently designed yet reasonably priced home products. You can get anything at IKEA from a Swedish lunch to granite counters & from bedroom furniture to lamps Until now Floridians have had to get their IKEA goods via catalog only. For South Floridians, […]
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Top 8 Documents Needed for Mortgage Approval!
Categories: Mortgage News, Moving to South Florida, Buying Real Estate, Real Estate News
hiThe guidelines to obtaining a mortgage are changing every day, the following is a list of the most common requested documents.
1. Federal Tax Returns for the last 2 years - If you have filed for an extension for the previous year, have your W-2 & income statements on-hand.
2. Your Pay Stubs - […]
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