EWM Realtors » Zoila Perez Chanquet, P.A.

Property Taxes Miami Dade County & Broward County

Zoila Perez Chanquet, P.A. — Sat, 08 Nov 2008 04:18:07 +0000

Since property tax season is in place and many of us have received our tax bills, I thought it would be the perfect time to educate buyers on the specifics, especially in the market that we are faced with. Many buyers have the idea that their property tax bill is according to what they paid for their property, wrong! Your property tax bill is according to the market value in the area, which all of us (realtors) know. The property appraisers office is not taking into consideration many of the foreclosures unless that is all that is selling in the area. Some buyers are astounded when they receive their tax bill on a property they paid $180k for and the market value is at $300k. Of course, this is a great thing looking at it as a property owner, because this means that your property value is up and there is equity in your home. But, on the other hand, since we are all pinching our pennies not too many new property owners like this idea. It’s time to get educated and learn all the ins and outs of this market.

The Importance of Using a Realtor

Zoila Perez Chanquet, P.A. — Sat, 12 Jul 2008 00:33:13 +0000

My buyer just closed on an amazing deal! I was so excited for her, I knew exactly what she was looking for and when it came in the market we were there ready and prepared. It’s amazing how people go at it alone without the assistance of a Realtor. As for this deal, by just talking with my buyer and getting to know her I got a sense of what she was looking for and in what area. I programed my computer to update me when properties that would fit her were available. Once I was notified of a new property I would let her know and show it. She was lucky that I had this set up in this way, because this particular property came on the market as a foreclosure and the same week we saw it. I had done the research and knew what the bank was looking for so we made the offer quickly and it was accepted. We worked fast and we were ready to act.

It takes research and time from a Realtors end, it’s our job and we know how to get from point A to point B. A buyer does not have the resources that a Realtor can offer nor the knowledge and time. I can’t imagine my buyer doing this on her own. She was so happy and thankful, that is what we work for to see our buyers/sellers satisfied. In any market especially now Realtors are needed, we can make things happen.

Downtown Miami Living

Zoila Perez Chanquet, P.A. — Wed, 16 Jan 2008 21:18:29 +0000

Downtown Miami is one of the most exciting areas in South Florida! Living in the middle of the city is wonderful. With so much growth in the area it makes it an enticing place to purchase for primary residence or for investment. Living in Downtown Miami gives you easy access to the beaches, Brickell, Key Biscayne, Coconut Grove and many more.

I have been living in the area for a few months now and I am loving it! As I travel around the country I always make it a point to use public transportation when ever possible and now living in Downtown Miami gives me that opportunity. No more worries about traffic pile ups nor parking, I just hop on the metro and go a few blocks to my final destination. Brickell is easy access with great restaurants, bars where locals meet, and shops . All government offices and banks are located in the area. The area will boom, just as all other downtown areas around the country have. It’s just a matter of time and I will be one of the proud owners to have said I saw it all happen!