As a homeowner in Florida, it is important to understand property taxes, as well as how much you owe each year. While the Sunshine State doesn’t tax income at the state level, there are other tax obligations that Floridians have – including those that are levied on real estate. For example, if you are the [...]
Building a custom home can be an exciting task. But it can also be expensive – especially if you end up paying more than you should (or could) have. So, can you negotiate with a home building company and still end up with the end result you’ve been dreaming about? There are actually a few [...]
Now that we’re fully entrenched in the new year, tax time is right around the corner. And, if you’ve been considering a new home, 2020 could be a good year to make the move – especially if you’re a fan of paying less in income tax. The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act that was passed [...]
Although you may have been thinking about building a new custom home for quite some time now, one of the biggest obstacles that’s been holding you back is likely to be the cost – and with the dawning of a new year, the price of items and services in nearly any industry have the potential [...]
Planning a move can oftentimes seem like orchestrating a massive square dance. All of the pieces must be carefully put in place, because without the proper timing on everyone’s part, the entire production could fall apart. This can be an especially difficult maneuver if you are moving into a brand new, custom built home. Unlike [...]
Just like with most any major purchase, if you’re considering building a new custom home, then you may also need to think about the financing aspects of this endeavor. Knowing what to expect from the new home financing process can make the entire task go much more smoothly. One of the first things that you [...]
Since the 2008 economic recession - more than a decade ago, now - Florida has seen a sharp rise in real estate sales and valuations. And, due in large part to the vast increase in job opportunities in Orlando and the surrounding Central Florida area, this locale has also become a prime spot for building [...]
When you're in the process of building a new home, it may seem like the list of expenses is never ending. These can include the cost of a construction loan (and its associated interest) and a mortgage, as well as sales tax on the materials being used. But the good news is that, in addition [...]
While many home owners in Florida are now picking up the pieces and planning their repairs following Hurricane Irma, what if you are in the process of building a new custom home that was damaged? The answer to this is, it can actually depend on the type of insurance coverage you have. During the construction [...]
When moving forward with the building of a new custom home, most people will want to ensure that they're getting a quality product, while at the same time, not completely overspending on the property. While it may be a commonly known practice to negotiate price in some areas, such as decorating and outdoor landscape, custom home [...]