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Sell a home

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January 2017 - Jean-Luc Andriot  - Digital Marketing Campaign - Social Media Image 

A common thought in real estate is never list your home in the winter offseason. Perpetuated by industry experts, agents and repeat sellers alike, this saying encourages many would-be sellers to wait until the spring peak to list their homes. However,studies show that homes listed in the winter offseason not only sell faster than those in the spring, but sellers also net more above their asking price at this time1. Don’t wait until spring to sell. If you’ve been thinking of selling your home, here are five compelling reasons to list now.

1. Take advantage of low inventory. Since most sellers are waiting until spring to list, local inventory falls during the offseason. However, there are still motivated buyers who are ready to move now and don’t want

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What is Home Equity?
Home equity seems to be a very simple calculation — the total amount of mortgages owed subtracted from the current market value of a home. Here is a simple example:

Current Home Market Value $325,000
Existing Mortgage $225,000
Homeowner Equity $100,000

One side of the equation is well defined, and it is found on the monthly mortgage statement, the loan balance. The other side is less obvious — the current market value of the property.

As a homeowner, your down payment purchases your initial equity, and your monthly (or additional) principal payments increase your equity. In strong real estate markets and in-demand locations, equity can increase quite rapidly as the property value increases, but the inverse can also happen —

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When it comes to selling luxury property in Boca Raton, one thing is certain, homes with taller ceilings tend to be highly sought after. The newest developments are offering ceilings up to 18-feet+ with their latest construction. Since the average ceiling is 96" from the floor, builders are asking for more money for this type of architecture. In this blog we explain why people with higher ceilings and windows are getting top dollar when selling their luxury properties.

Cathedral ceilings aren't necessarily a new concept by any stretch of the measuring tape. However, if your home is constructed with such a room or better yet, several rooms that offer raised ceiling, you may find the home is worth more. Cathedral ceilings are also described as vaulted

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*In an article recently found in the Sun Sentinel, the reporter had pointed out inventory was low in Palm Beach County but not as low as the rest of South Florida. That being said, would mean that Boca Raton is feeling the crunch of home sales. On the contrary, this city continues to flourish with new development and economic growth, which helps drive the real estate market.
On the flip side to having lower mortgage rates, the city of Boca Raton announced today that city council will not raise the tax rates for the 2016-17 fiscal year. With all this information to chew on, we think it’s a great time for those looking to sell property, especially in the high-end luxury markets. Here are some best practices for selling your condo or single family home

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Whether you're putting your home on the market this year or in the next five years, it is a smart decision to start building your home's resale value now. Here are some ways to create a comfortable home while making it easier to put more money into your bank account on closing day.

Small Maintenance and Repairs

If you think that home  maintenance on the weekends waste your time and energy, think again. The small chores you do around your home prevents it from losing value. Neglecting small maintenance and repairs causes 10% of your home's value to walk out your door and slip through your windows. Most appraisers claim that homes showing little to no preventative maintenance can depreciate from $15,000 to $20,000.

A study conducted by

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Luxury Property Boca Raton

As we've seen time and again in the luxury home markets, the right time and the right buyer have to align perfectly to sell any home. That can't be more true, than when working in a market such as Boca Raton. Realtors that specialize in high-end properties such as yours, take every step to find a buyer.  While your realtor is busy booking appointments, here are some important tips that can help you and your luxury home specialist succeed in selling your property.

Work with your Realtor.  These professionals in the luxury category are master negotiators.  Remember, there’s a difference between being good versus being great.  The difference is that these home specialists understand their clients. They build strong relationships with them.  Despite the

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 Polo Club Boca Raton

There are many beautiful country clubs in Palm Beach County that offer a life well-deserved, but one exuberant club to call home is the Polo Country Club located in Boca Raton, Florida.  The club endures eleven hundred acres of lush, bountiful greenery and offers privacy a within a community driven atmosphere. It’s a pleasure strolling the ambient grounds and the expansive yet private roadways.  Conveniently located off the I-95 corridor and Florida’s Turnpike, you have access to all the fine dining and entertainment South Florida has to offer. World-class dining, boutiques and haute-couture shops in Boca cater to a jet-set culture. These are just a few reasons why this club should be on the "A" list of choices while you're exploring your next large

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Boca Raton Architecture

 Boca Raton is a unique community with many new and older homes located in the many country clubs such as The Polo Club.  Home renovation seems to be an ongoing theme with many of the older luxury homes and condominiums.  If you’re thinking about selling your home and aren’t sure if renovating is the right way to go then this blog will help give you some direction.  The question is how much return of investment do you want to see? If your home is older needs updating before you sell, then consider working with an architect or contractor to help make changes.  Here are a few key things to keep in mind when you're updating your home for its future sale.

When you first make the decision to update your home, consider whether you’re doing this for the new

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Title insurance is practically a necessity when it comes to selling real estate. Title companies such as First Priority Title Company are responsible for conducting the closing and running the title search. Title insurance is there to protect parties in the event there is an issue with the insurable title to the property. Title insurance is separate from that of the lender or mortgage company.  The value of the home isn’t covered by the lender, therefore, title insurance is obtained.

 Title Insurance in Boca Raton

Abstract of property is a total and condensed history of the real estate property. At times people are unaware of issues that may affect their property. The most common issues are unknown easements, false impersonation, forgeries, adverse restrictions or encumbrances,

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Month of November 2015, Boca Raton condominium in 33432 real estate market
(source: TrendGraphix)

In Boca Raton, 33432 is a prime zip code. It encompasses downtown Boca Raton, all the way East to the intracoastal and the ocean. These are usually luxury condos.
Map of zip code 33432 November 2015 Facts and Trends by TrendGraphix real estate market update for condos in 33432

Downtown Boca is a 344-acre, pedestrian-friendly district of shops, businesses, restaurants, entertainment and luxury homes and condominium.
It was here that famed 1920’s architect Addison Mizner established his signature Spanish-Mediterranean style, which went on to become the hallmark of our buildings. Many of them have been meticulously restored to their former glory, and new construction here imitates the unmistakable Mizner style. The well known Mizner Park area, one of the earliest

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