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Tides Hollywood Beach Fl Foreclosures, one of the best lines, spectacular ocean views!!!

Southeast Florida Beaches Realtor — Sat, 31 Dec 2011 01:18:10 +0000

Tides Hollywood Beach FL Foreclosure, Spectacular Ocean Views!

Hollywood Florida Real Estate, Hollywood FL Real Estate, Hollywood Beach Real Estate, Hollywood Beach Condos for sale, Hollywood Beach Short Sales, Hollywood Beach Foreclosures, Hollywood Beach Realtor, Hollywood Fl foreclosures, Susan Weaver, real estate agent

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Sea Air Towers Hollywood Beach Vacation Rental, Lanai unit on pool deck!

Southeast Florida Beaches Realtor — Mon, 24 Oct 2011 23:27:02 +0000

Sea Air Towers Hollywood Beach Vacation Rental,

1/1 Lanai on Pool deck with Ocean Views!

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Mariposa “Beach House” condo for sale on Hollywood Beach, walk to the famous Hollywood Broadwalk! $535K Turnkey!

Southeast Florida Beaches Realtor — Sun, 11 Sep 2011 15:01:30 +0000

Mariposa “Beach House” condo for sale on Hollywood Beach, walk to the famous Hollywood Broadwalk! $535K Turnkey!

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Mariposa “Beach House” condo for sale on Hollywood Beach, walk to the famous Hollywood Broadwalk! $535K Turnkey!

Southeast Florida Beaches Realtor — Sun, 11 Sep 2011 14:50:23 +0000

This stunning “Beach House” condo on the first floor is right on the beach, just walk right off of your extended balcony and take a dip in the ocean.

The Mariposa is an exclusive boutique condo right on the sand, units rarely become available for sale – usually they’re scooped up by family and friends of the current owners. It’s just a few blocks south of the Hollywood Broadwalk.

The bathrooms are remodeled and not only was the kitchen remodeled, all the walls were removed to totally open it up to the view and the main living areas. New stainless steel appliances, stainless and glass cabinets and caesarstone countertops.

The building has just completed the concrete restoration and painting and a newly pavered the pool area. There’s also bocce ball and tennis courts.

And the maintenance is very low, just $500 a month!

This exquisite condo is offered turnkey, it includes all furnishings, electronics, decorations, dishes, silverware, etc ( with the exception of a few personal items).

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The 3 Real Estate Professionals You Should Know when Buying a House in Hollywood Florida, by Real Expert Susan Weaver

Southeast Florida Beaches Realtor — Thu, 01 Sep 2011 02:09:24 +0000

During the home buying process, itís important to get advice and expertise from experienced individuals. The three most important advisors youíll find during the home buying process are: An experienced real estate agent, your loan officer and your home inspector. In this article, weíll talk about about what each of these professionals can do for you.

Your Real Estate Agent

Your real estate agent is the single most important real estate professional youíll be working with throughout your home buying process. Your real estate agent is the person whoís responsible for finding properties you might be interested in, educating you on the buying process, and finally helping you negotiate a great deal on a property.

Choosing a good real estate agent is absolutely vital. The best real estate agents to work with are the agents that are experienced and have your best interest at heart.

Your Loan Officer

Your loan officer is the ìgo betweenî person between you and the lender. For example, your lender might be ìWashington Mutual,î and the loan officer is the person from Washington Mutual who deals directly with you about your loan.

Having a good loan officer is absolutely essential to the mortgage process. Your loan officer is the person whoíll make sure that your loan goes through. Your loan officer is also the person who will educate you on the different types of loans available and your mortgage options.

Loan officers are paid on commission. Itís important to have a loan officer who looks out for your best interest rather than a loan officer whoís trying to make the highest commissions.

Real Estate Inspector

Your real estate inspector is another important professional in the home buying process. The inspector is the person who will inspect your property and let you know if anything is wrong before you make your purchase.

Make sure you ask a lot of questions during the inspection process. Remember that youíre paying for a professional service, so make the most out of it. Ask questions, even if they seem stupid.

There is a lot of free information available to you about buying, selling or investing in Hollywood Florida real estate. For complete information about the Hollywood Florida real estate market including current homes for sale, property values and more please visit the most complete website online dedicated to everything Hollywood Florida real estate at www.SueWeaver.com. Please feel free to contact me with any of your real estate or mortgage related questions and I will be more than glad to answer your questions. Call me on my cell at 954.668.9056 or email me at Sue@SueWeaver.com.

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Making an Earnest Money Deposit in Hollywood Florida

Southeast Florida Beaches Realtor — Thu, 01 Sep 2011 01:58:19 +0000

When an offer is made on a house in Hollywood Florida, it’s usually accompanied with a check. This check is what is known as an earnest money deposit, made to let the seller know that the buyer is earnest in his or her attempt to purchase the home. An earnest money deposit distinguishes serious buyers from those who aren’t so sure about the purchase.

The deposit amount is different from one purchase to the next. Many factors can sway the amount of the deposit. In seller’s markets, earnest money deposits are often larger than in buyer’s markets. This is because properties tend to have more inquiries in seller’s markets. Thus, it takes a little more to convince the seller to accept a certain offer.

In a steady or buyer’s market, you shouldn’t make an earnest money deposit in an amount that is greater than 2 percent of the offer price. Once you have reached an agreement with the seller, the earnest money deposit is placed into an escrow account where it will stay until closing. At this point, both you and the seller jointly control the money. Usually when the deal closes, the deposit is applied to your down payment and closing accounts.

What happens if the deal falls through for reason? This is where sellers and buyers often disagree. Sellers sometimes feel that buyers should forfeit the earnest money deposit and they should receive the money. On the other hand, buyers contend that it was their money in the first place and the earnest money deposit should be returned to them.

Before anything can be done with the funds, any cancellation fees that apply are taken directly from the earnest deposit. After that point, the buyer and the seller must come to an agreement on what should happen with the deposit. It really doesn’t matter who’s at fault for the deal going wrong, since the money is held in a third party escrow some sort of compromise must be reached before the funds will be released.

The escrow can only release the funds when one of two conditions have been met either both parties provide a written authorization or an order is issued from a court of law. Obviously it is less costly and time consuming for the two parties to reach an agreement.

In some states there is a statute of limitations on which the escrow can hold the money without receiving a release authorization from the buyers. After this time period has expired, the law requires, in most cases, that the deposit be returned to the buyer.

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Hollywood Florida Investing Expert Susan Weaver Reveals How to Do Proper Due Diligence with Hollywood Florida Investment Properties

Southeast Florida Beaches Realtor — Thu, 01 Sep 2011 01:46:40 +0000

Due diligence is the process of double checking everything before finalizing a purchase. Proper due diligence is an absolutely crucial part of every profitable investor’s success. In this article, I’ll talk about the best ways to do your due diligence based on my experience in Hollywood Florida real estate.

Due diligence should start with the proper verification of the books. You should check all the rental agreements and double check all rental histories. Review at least the last two year’s financial statements and see if there’s anything unusual that raises a red flag.

Double check the actual rental income with the amount of rental income the building should be receiving based on the lease agreements. These numbers will often not match up. As the building’s future owner, you should know why.

Check all the utility bills. Make sure there are receipts for every payment. If there isn’t one, contact the city or the utility company to get a copy of the receipt.

Look into how old the building is. If it’s old, look into what the building codes were when the house was constructed. Will there be costly renovations you’d have to make to bring the property into compliance with current building codes?

If the building is new, does it have a home owner’s warranty? Look carefully over this contract so you know what it covers.

Walk around the building and do an inspection by hand. Look at the conditions of the walls and watch for fire or water damage. Check the electrical and plumbing systems. Make an educated guess on how long the roof will last before it needs repairs.

Remember that everything you find during the due diligence process is “ammunition” you can use to negotiate a better deal with the seller. The seller wants to make the deal happen as much as you do, but there’s no reason for you to pay for more than the property is really worth based on its condition.

Begin your due diligence process as early as possible. Start your inspections before you make an offer. Even after you’ve made an offer, make sure that you have clauses in the contract that allow you to inspect the property and the necessary documents.

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How to Get Every Dollar You Deserve… by Getting the Full Value of Your Hollywood Florida House!

Southeast Florida Beaches Realtor — Thu, 01 Sep 2011 01:12:25 +0000

The ability to reap additional profits on the sale of your home in Hollywood Florida can be accomplished easily enough if you make the right improvements. Many changes can provide the prospective buyer with enhanced feelings about your home, feelings of more space, more light, more rooms, more closet space, greater privacy, warmth and security.

Basic, simple and inexpensive improvements can provide an improved emotional response in a potential Hollywood Florida buyer.

An example could be something as small as a crack in the paint on a wall. Simply by applying some plaster and touch up paint, you eliminated what may be an unstated concern that your home in Hollywood Florida was poorly maintained.

Though the feeling may be unconscious, it’s just as important that the potential buyer feel an overall desire for your home.

If you are working with a small budget these simple techniques will work absolute wonders:

The Magic of Mirrors!-Mirrors can provide a greater sense of space and elegance when properly placed. Be careful not to overdo it, but when placed properly throughout your home, each area will seem larger to the potential home buyer.

Try looking in your attic or basement for any old mirrors, but be sure they have a nice frame or at least give the frame a new coat of paint. You may also want to visit a local flea market or garage sale; you can almost always get a great deal on an old mirror or two.

Putting one foot square mirrors on a closet door in the master bedroom is always an attractive touch.

Adding Additional Closet Space-One of the biggest complaints heard from potential buyers in Hollywood Florida is that there just isn’t enough closet space! Simply purchasing an inexpensive closet organizer and installing it in any or all of your closets can make all the difference.

You can also try putting a rod across one corner of a bedroom for hanging clothes. Also you could try hanging a screen made from a variety of materials. The screen could match the material of the bedspread, drapes etc. The idea here is to be creative so that the “fake closet” looks as though it was a part of the room.

Make a Bare Wall Beautiful-Wallpaper is inexpensive, quick and easy to do! The right wallpaper can brighten the room or hallway and bring it back to life. Be careful to choose something with a neutral design or pattern. Remember, you’re trying to move out.

Bring Old Floors Back to Life!-Nothing turns off a potential buyer quicker than dull, dingy, disgusting looking floors. Whether you have wax, wooden or tiled floors, do whatever you can to make them shine again! For wax floors, either rent a floor machine and do it yourself, or if it’s in your budget, hire a professional.

Have a professional give you an estimate and explain exactly what they would do to bring your floors back to life. If you have them explain what they would do, it may be just as easy to do it yourself.

If you have carpeted floors, you should either have the carpet steam cleaned or install new carpeting. This may sound expensive but new carpeting can add thousands of dollars to the value of your home.

Add Attractive Plants-Having plants in the house is not only healthy for you but you create a warm feeling with them. Many indoor plants are far less expensive than you might imagine.

Attractive pots such as ceramic, brass or even designer plastic will add a designer flair to your home. Hanging plants such as Boston ferns are inexpensive, easy to care for and would go great in your new home whenever you move.

Adding a Room Without Calling in the Contractor!-This simple but seldom used technique, can give a buyer the feeling there are more actual rooms in your house. Floor to ceiling room dividers are inexpensive and simple to install.

When a buyer walks through your home in Hollywood Florida, they will generally count the rooms in a subconscious manner. Each room will present an emotional response as they walk through your home.

By dividing and designing each side of your room, you create a “separate room” feeling in the potential buyer. It may sound crazy, but it works!

Clean Up the Bathroom-We’ve probably all heard that phrase a hundred times growing up! Well, guess what? It’s still valid. Give your bathroom a face-lift if needed; fresh paint, decorative moldings, tile grout, new designer faucets are all attractive eye catchers.

What is That Smell?-Though people don’t like to admit it, everyone’s home has a certain smell to it. We just never notice it because we live with it day in, day out. Strategically placing fresh scent devices throughout the home will be pleasant to the nose of any potential buyer.

As a matter of fact, an old Realtor trick is to pop some cinnamon rolls in an oven 5 minutes before a showing. I bet you thought all Realtors just had a sweet-tooth!

There is a lot of free information available to you about buying, selling or investing in Hollywood Florida real estate. For complete information about the Hollywood Florida real estate market including current homes for sale, property values and more please visit the most complete website online dedicated to everything Hollywood Florida real estate. So please feel free to contact me with any of your mortgage questions and I will me more than glad to answer your questions. Call me on my cell at 954.668.9056 or email me at Sue@SueWeaver.com.

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Real Estate Investing Expert Susan Weaver’s Guide to Investing in Hollywood Florida Real Estate

Southeast Florida Beaches Realtor — Thu, 01 Sep 2011 01:06:32 +0000

Investing in Hollywood Florida can be a very profitable business for the wise investor. Unfortunately, you can also lose a lot of money in Hollywood Florida real estate if you don’t know what you’re doing. In this article, I’ll go over several tips to help you ensure a profitable investing career in the Hollywood Florida real estate market.

Pick a Specialty

When you’re going in to real estate investing, you’ll likely find that there’s an overwhelming amount of available information on all kinds of investing tactics.

Rather than specializing in being “a real estate investor,” pick something more specific. Perhaps you’ll specialize in small apartments. Perhaps you’ll specialize in buying foreclosures. Perhaps you’ll specialize in fixing houses.

Whatever the case may be, pick a specialty and learn everything you can about that tactic. You’re much more likely to success that way.

Know Your Taxes

Taxes are often a big “gotcha” for investors. To start, it’s important to learn as much about Hollywood Florida tax laws as you can. Have an accountant you can rely on and educate yourself in the various ways you can work with the tax laws to reduce your taxes.

Understand how taxes will impact your bottom line. Realize also that taxes change over the years. When you choose a property, it’s important to choose a property that will be profitable even if the tax codes change.

Be Meticulous With Your Inspections

You should always meticulously inspect your properties before making a purchase. You shouldn’t ever purchase a building before you’ve done a proper inspection.

Many investors simply inspect the property by hand. However, it’s usually a good investment to have your property looked at by a professional before making your purchase.

Know Your Rent, Utilities and Maintenance Costs

Cashflow is something that you must be very careful with. If you’re working with a thin margin, things like vacancies and unexpected maintenance can easily put you in the red zone.

It’s important when you’re calculating your investment to factor in vacancies and maintenance costs. A good way to determine this is by looking at the building’s past history. If there isn’t a good record or if there isn’t a reliable history to go back on, another way to help determine these costs is by looking at the costs of similar units in your area.

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Thinking of Buying a Home in Hollywood Florida? Heres Five First Time Buyer Mistakes and How to Avoid them.

Southeast Florida Beaches Realtor — Thu, 01 Sep 2011 01:04:13 +0000

Buying a home in Hollywood Florida for the first time is an exciting process. At the same time, it is one that is filled with steps and details. Deciding which home to purchase and which mortgage to borrow are decisions that have lasting consequences. As you embark upon your home buying excursion, keep in mind these common mistakes of first time home buyers.

Purchasing a home too fast. Perhaps it’s the excitement of purchasing the first time. Or maybe it’s a fear that the “perfect” home in Hollywood Florida will be purchased by another borrower. Whatever the reason, many first time home buyers make the mistake of rushing through the home purchasing process. They tend to spend too little time searching for the right home in Hollywood Florida. Often first time homebuyers end up dissatisfied with the home they’ve purchased.

Buying too much home. Another mistake made by first time home buyers is purchasing a home that’s right at, or even a little beyond, their limits. Many times this leaves the new homeowner with little or no disposable income. What good is a large home if you are unable to furnish it? None at all. Purchasing a smaller home and leaving yourself some wiggle room is much better than eating up your monthly income with mortgage payment.

Holding out for the dream home. First time home buyers might pass up several houses they like because they believe that there is a better house out there for them – one that is complete with everything they want and need. In the meantime, houses that have most of the items they are looking for are being taken off the market by other buyers. If a significant period of time passes, market prices could go up and the first time home buyer ends up paying more for a home than expected. Even worse, the buyer ends up so worn out from house shopping that he, or she, ends up settling.

Not getting mortgage pre-approval. A pre-approval will do wonders for the first time home buyer’s shopping experience. Being pre-approved for a mortgage gives you an idea of what you will be able to pay for a home. Some first time home buyers, not realizing the value, forgo pre-approval to get a head start on home shopping. What’s the worst that could happen? You could find a home you absolutely love and fail to obtain financing for it.

Not comparing mortgages. Shopping around for a mortgage is just as important as shopping around for the home. Many first time home buyers do not realize that mortgages from different lenders have different costs and different terms. There are so many cost factors of a mortgage that can vary from one lender to the next. It only makes sense to shop around for the best deal.

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