Buying Tips - Boca Raton Real Estate 
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Karen Rothstein's first Blog Post- About finding a good Boca Raton real estate deal
Thursday, April 22nd, 2010 at 10:09am. 162 Views, 0 Comments.
‘IF YOU CAN FIND ME A “GREAT DEAL” PLEASE LET ME KNOW…THAT’S WHAT I AM LOOKING FOR!”
This is probably the most frequent request I hear when working with a buyer looking for Boca Raton real estate. Of course I haven’t met anyone who has said, “price doesn’t matter”. The truth of the matter is really quite simple. It’s all inventory whether it is a Boca Raton short sale, Boca Raton Foreclosure or a regular deal (an arm's length transaction between a motivated buyer and seller). What is different about each one of those sales is the process that you undertake to purchase the home.
Yes, it is important to know the difference between a short sale and a foreclosure because since the process is different, a short sale or foreclosure may not be a viable option…
The time to act is now to take advantage of Homebuyer Tax Credits!
Monday, March 1st, 2010 at 4:08pm. 134 Views, 1 Comments.
Contracts must be executed by April 30, 2010... for money in your pocket!
Whether you are a first-time buyer who qualifies for the $8,000 tax credit, or a current homeowner who wants the $6,500 tax credit, you have only until April 30, 2010 to take action. Federal deficits, budget cuts and political jousting make it highly unlikely that Congress will approve another extension of these popular tax credits, and many economists expect interest rates to increase soon.
So what are you waiting for? Here are the highlights of both tax credits:
$8,000 First-time Home Buyer Tax Credit at a Glance:
- The $8,000 tax credit is for first-time home buyers only. For the tax credit program, the IRS defines a first-time home buyer as someone who has not owned a principal…
Buy your Boca Raton Real Estate now as interest rates dip below 5%
Friday, February 12th, 2010 at 11:41am. 95 Views, 0 Comments.
According to a survey released by Freddie Mac, interest rates on 30 year fixed rate mortgages averaged 4.97% for the week ending February 11, marking the third week this year that rates have fallen below 5%. A year ago rates were slightly higher, at 5.16%
15 year fixed rate mortgages averaged 4.34% this week as compared to 4.81% a year ago.
These low rates combined with increased affordability (i.e. LOW PRICES) hopefully will encourage continued activity in our local markets. Here in the Boca Raton/ Delray Beach/ Boynton Beach area we are closing significantly more deals than this time last year. This is really a great time to buy real estate in the Boca Raton area.
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Time is Running Out! Act Now to Receive your $8000 Tax Credit to Buy your Boca Raton home!
Tuesday, August 18th, 2009 at 7:18am. 229 Views, 2 Comments.
Only a few months left to take advantage of the first time HomeBuyer's Tax Credit! Don't miss out!
Many people have taken advantage of the one-time opportunity to receive the $8,000 tax credit offered by Congress since passing the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act. The tax credit, coupled with today's low low interest rates and increased housing affordability, is a huge plus in helping Boca Raton real estate buyers realize their dream of homeownership.
You must close on your Boca Raton real estate purchase by December 1, 2009 in order to qualify!
First time homebuyers in addition to those who have not owned a home for the past three years, may be eligible to receive all or even part of the credit depending upon their income level. You can even file an…
Getting an Education in Boca Raton, FL
Thursday, January 22nd, 2009 at 7:22am. 214 Views, 0 Comments.
The responsibility of public education in Boca Raton, FL is handled by the school district of Palm Beach County. The city is split into several districts which allow the most educational facilities to serve the city and county. Palm Beach County School District has been an “A” graded district for four years in a row: 2005, 2006, 2007 and 2008.
The Boca Raton area has four high schools in addition to several private and religious schools. Twelve public elementary schools and five public middle schools are available for those who choose to purchase Boca Raton homes. Add to this the over one-hundred private and religious schools and the Alexander D. Henderson University School which is part of the Florida Atlantic University campus (the largest university…
Best Tips on How to Make Your Move to Boca Raton, FL
Tuesday, December 16th, 2008 at 9:27am. 217 Views, 0 Comments.
As an extention to my earlier post regarding "Making the Move to Boca Raton, FL", here are the best tips on choosing the right moving company.
When you start looking for the right company for your move to Boca Raton, FL keep a few things in mind. The different types of moving companies are geared towards what you need when it comes to transporting your belongings to their new home. So, how do you decide which type is right for your big move? There are basically three different types of companies from which to choose.
The full service moving company may be the best choice if you have a lot of things that must be packed and loaded. The full-service company will pack everything, load it, drive to the Boca Raton, FL real estate that you have…
Making the Move to Boca Raton, FL
Friday, December 5th, 2008 at 9:05am. 259 Views, 0 Comments.
So you have finally found the Boca Raton, FL real estate property you will soon call home and need to find a professional moving company. This is the best way to go when it comes to moving because it can be so hectic and frustrating that you are ready to sit down in the midst of all the boxes and vow that this will be the last time you ever move! Why put yourself through the misery? Hire a professional moving company to help you with you move to Boca Raton and you will be glad you did.
One advantage among many is this frees you up to make sure all the little things are taken care of while the professional movers are packing up your belongings. Your back will thank you at the end of the day as well. Moving companies have employees who know how…
Boca Raton Real Estate Buying Tips - Buying In A "Down Market"
Monday, December 1st, 2008 at 10:46am. 221 Views, 0 Comments.
You have decided now is the time to buy since the cost is down, interest rates are down and the housing market has not looked this good for buyers in a long while. So, you are going to jump right in and purchase that Boca Raton real estate that you have been thinking about buying. Here are a few things you should know about the time you have decided to purchase your home. It is called a down market and that is one of the best times to buy.
Buying in a down market is one of the best times to buy. It is a financial gain because your home will gain value once the price starts going back up again. In a down market, foreclosures, short sales, and REOs are more plentiful. The home you buy that may need a little fixing up can be worth a lot more than what you…
Making an offer on your next Boca Raton Real Estate purchase
Tuesday, October 14th, 2008 at 11:13am. 268 Views, 0 Comments.
Deciding on the area your Boca Raton real estate was to be located took some time. A hard choice deciding between a gated community or a waterfront home (or both!) was made. Now finally, you have found the home of your dreams! After searching and looking at home after home for the past days or weeks, you finally decided this was the one. Your first step is making an offer on this beautiful piece of Boca Raton real estate. The purchase offer is an important part of your home buying process. In today’s economy, the buyer has the upper hand in much of the transactions happening not only in Boca Raton and other Palm Beach County cities, but throughout North America. As a buyer, you are in a great position in getting a fantastic home at a very affordable…
20 GREAT REASONS TO BUY REAL ESTATE NOW
Tuesday, July 1st, 2008 at 6:37am. 286 Views, 0 Comments.
Let’s take a look at some of the opportunities and positive indicators for the future of Florida’s real estate market. This list was provided by the Florida Association of Realtors. It shows many reasons why now is a great time to buy property in Florida. I will highlight five of these in each blog post:
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