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Trying to decide if you want to sell now or wait? Here’s a tip. Consider why you want to move.

Maybe you, like so many other homeowners, want to be closer to your loved ones, find that your house is too small, or you’ve recently had a big change in your life.

Whatever your reason, it may be motivation enough to sell. DM me if you’re ready to get started.



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Could a 55+ Community Be Right for You?

If you’re thinking about downsizing, you may be hearing about 55+ communities and wondering if they’d be a good fit for you. Here’s some information that could help you make your decision.

What Is a 55+ Community?

It’s important to note that these communities aren’t just for people who need extra support – they can be pretty vibrant, too. Many people who are downsizing opt for this type of home because they’re looking to be surrounded by people in a similar season of life. U.S. News explains: “The terms ‘55-plus community,’ ‘active adult community,’ ‘lifestyle communities’ and ‘planned communities’ refer to a setting that caters to the needs and preferences of adults over the age of 55. These communities are designed for seniors who are able to...



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Could a 55+ Community Be Right for You? If you’re thinking about downsizing, you may be hearing about 55+ communities and wondering if they’d be a good fit for you.

UNDER CONTRACT! 🏡 Coral Gardens Miami, FL!

9521 SW 26th Drive
Miami, FL 33165

This substantially remodeled 4-bedroom, 2-bathroom home features impact doors and windows throughout, ensuring safety and energy efficiency. Enjoy outdoor living with a permitted BBQ gazebo, a cozy terrace with seating, and approved plans to build an outside bathroom. The property also offers room for a pool and comes with approved plans to convert the garage into an in-law quarters. The interior features 4 spacious bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, an ample living room area, and a stunning kitchen with modern finishes. A perfect blend of modern upgrades and future potential, this home is ready for your personal touch.

4 🛌
2 🛀
2,095 SF Living
7,500 SF Lot
1 Car Garage
Impact Windows

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JUST RENTED! 🏡 Pelican Point Pembroke Pines, FL!

321 SE 120th Avenue #321
Pembroke Pines, FL 33025

Beautiful lakefront townhouse located in a gated community in Pembroke Pines. Walk to trader Joe grocery store and mall. 2bed & 2 baths on 2nd floor, 1 car garage. washer and dryer inside the garage. Cozy kitchen with granite counter top, white color kitchen cabinet. Tile on 1st floor, wood on 2nd floor.

2 🛌
2.5 🛀
1,338 SF Living
1 Car Garage
Lakefront

Amenities:
Community Pool

Rented $2,700

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Are We Heading into a Balanced Market?

If you’ve been keeping an eye on the housing market over the past couple of years, you know sellers have had the upper hand. But is that going to shift now that inventory is growing? Here’s a breakdown of what you need to know.

What Is a Balanced Market?

A balanced market is generally defined as a market with about a five-to-seven-month supply of homes available for sale. In this type of market, neither buyers nor sellers have a clear advantage. Prices tend to stabilize, and there’s a healthier number of homes to choose from. And after many years when sellers had all the leverage, a more balanced market would be a welcome sight for people looking to move. The question is – is that really where the market is headed?

For now, this is still...



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Are We Heading into a Balanced Market? If you’ve been keeping an eye on the housing market over the past couple of years, you know sellers have had the upper hand.

What's the Impact of Presidential Elections on the Housing Market?

If you’ve been considering buying or selling a home this year, you’re probably curious about what the election might mean for the housing market – and if it’s still a good time to make your move.

Home Sales

In the month leading up to a Presidential election, from October to November, there’s typically a slight slowdown in home sales.

Some consumers will simply wait it out before they make their purchase decision. However, it’s important to know this slowdown is small and temporary.
Historically, home sales bounce right back and continue to rise the following year.

Home Prices

You may also be wondering about home prices. Do prices come down during election years? Not typically.

Home prices generally rise over time...



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What's the Impact of Presidential Elections on the Housing Market? It’s no surprise that the upcoming Presidential election might have you speculating about what’s ahead.

How Growing Inventory Benefits Today's Buyers

While the number of homes for sale varies by local area, nationally we’re up over 36% year-over-year, but still down almost 29% compared to what’s normal. Here’s what that means when you buy: more options for your search, more negotiation power for you, it’s more likely sellers will make select repairs, and more moderate price growth. If you want to talk more about what rising inventory means for you, let’s connect.



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How Growing Inventory Benefits Today's Buyers While the number of homes for sale varies by local area, nationally we’re up over 36% year-over-year, but still down almost 29% compared to what’s normal.

There’s some misinformation out there and it’s time to set the record straight.

If you think home prices are going to crash, you should know the national data doesn’t support that theory. There just aren’t enough homes on the market today.

What else have you heard about the housing market that you’re worried about? Drop a comment below and let’s have a conversation.



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New Listing 🏡🚨

If you’re thinking about buying a home, there are 3 reasons you may want to make your move this fall.

1) Inventory is growing, giving you more options
2) Newly built homes may be more budget-friendly than you’d expect
3) Mortgage rates have come down from their peak last October

Want to talk about what this means for your move? DM me.



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The Great Wealth Transfer: A New Era of Opportunity

In recent years, there’s been a significant shift in how wealth is distributed among generations. It’s called the Great Wealth Transfer.

Basically, as more Baby Boomers retire, sell businesses, or downsize their homes, more substantial assets are being passed down to younger generations. And this creates a powerful ripple effect that’ll continue over the next few decades.

Impact on the Housing Market

One of the most immediate effects of this wealth transfer is on the housing market. Home affordability has been a concern for many aspiring buyers, especially in high-demand areas. The increase in generational wealth is expected to ease some of these challenges by providing future homeowners with greater financial resources. As assets...



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The Great Wealth Transfer: A New Era of Opportunity In recent years, there’s been a significant shift in how wealth is distributed among generations.

Affordability has been a challenge for a while now.
There are three main factors that impact it: mortgage rates, home prices, and wages.
Here’s the good news. There are early signs that all three are starting to improve. Mortgage rates are coming down, home price growth is moderating, and wages are going up.
If you’re thinking about kicking off your search, DM me.



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UNDER CONTRACT FOR RENT! 🏡 Pelican Point Pembroke Pines, FL!

321 SE 120th Avenue #321
Pembroke Pines, FL 33025

Beautiful lakefront townhouse located in a gated community in Pembroke Pines. Walk to trader Joe grocery store and mall. 2bed & 2 baths on 2nd floor, 1 car garage. washer and dryer inside the garage. Cozy kitchen with granite counter top, white color kitchen cabinet. Tile on 1st floor, wood on 2nd floor.

2 🛌
2.5 🛀
1,338 SF Living
1 Car Garage
Lakefront

Amenities:
Community Pool

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PRICE ADJUSTMENT and OPEN HOUSE! 🏡 Palm Springs North Hialeah, FL!

Saturday Aug 17th, 2024
11:00AM - 1:00PM

7884 NW 175th Street
Hialeah, FL 33015

Charming 4 Bed/2 Bath Home in Palm Springs North! Located at 7884 NW 175th Street, this gem features a spacious kitchen with ample counter space and stainless steel appliances, tile floors throughout, a tankless water heater, a laundry room, new hurricane shutters, and a new flat roof. Plumbing updated with PVC. Includes a storage shed. Walk to Norman and Jean Reach Park with its sports fields, basketball, tennis/pickleball courts, pool, and picnic area. Close to top schools, shopping, dining, I-75, Turnpike, and Palmetto Expressways. Don’t miss this opportunity in a highly sought-after neighborhood!

4 🛏 Bedrooms
2 🛁 Baths
1,705 SF Living Area
7,500 SF Lot

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Are There More Homes for Sale Where You Live?

One of the biggest bright spots in today’s housing market is how much the supply of homes for sale has grown since the beginning of this year.

Recent data from Realtor.com shows that nationally, there are 36.6% more homes actively for sale now compared to the same time last year. That’s a significant improvement. It gives you far more options for your move than you would’ve had just a year ago. And with supply improving, you’re also regaining a bit of negotiation power. So, if you’re someone who thought about buying a home over the last few years but were discouraged by how limited inventory was, this should be welcome news.

As Lawrence Yun, Chief Economist at NAR, says, “Increased housing supply spells good news for consumers who want to...



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Are There More Homes for Sale Where You Live? One of the biggest bright spots in today’s housing market is how much the supply of homes for sale has grown since the beginning of this year.

Bruh what happened to personal space! 🐕

Thinking about selling, but not sure where you’ll go?

The good news is the supply of newly built and existing homes for sale has grown this year. That gives you more options – each with their own perks.

So, which will you choose? A charming existing home or a shiny new build?

Let me know which features you’re looking for in your next home. Drop your answer below.



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Homebuyers are getting a bit more negotiating power these days.

And if you're buying or selling, it’s helpful to know what’s up for negotiation so you go in prepared.

From prices and repairs to closing costs and appliances, there are various levers you can pull during the deal.

If you want someone to help navigate these conversations and advocate for you, DM me.



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Happy Birthday Mama Bear 🐻 Hope you have a fantastic day! Love you 😘♥️

Why the Sandwich Generation Is Buying Multi-Generational Homes

Are you a part of the Sandwich Generation? According to Realtor.com, that’s a name for the roughly one in six Americans who take care of their children and their parents or grandparents at the same time.

If that sounds familiar to you, juggling all the responsibilities involved certainly must have its challenges. But it turns out there’s one pretty significant benefit: it can actually make it a bit easier for you to buy a home.

How Can It Help You Buy a Home?

Here are a few ways their caretaking situation might be helping those 33% buy a home:

• Sharing Expenses

• Built-In Childcare

Beyond just the financial reasons, buying a multi-generational home has other advantages. The Profile of Home Buyers and Sellers from the...



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Why the Sandwich Generation Is Buying Multi-Generational Homes Are you a part of the Sandwich Generation?

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Are Home Prices Going To Come Down?

Today’s headlines and news stories about home prices are confusing and make it tough to know what’s really happening. Some say home prices are heading for a correction, but what do the facts say? Well, it helps to start by looking at what a correction means.

Here’s what Danielle Hale, Chief Economist at Realtor.com, says: “In stock market terms, a correction is generally referred to as a 10 to 20% drop in prices . . . We don't have the same established definitions in the housing market.”

In the context of today’s housing market, it doesn’t mean home prices are going to fall dramatically. It only means prices, which have been increasing rapidly over the last couple years, are normalizing a bit. In other words, they’re now growing at a slower pace. Prices...



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Are Home Prices Going To Come Down? Today’s headlines and news stories about home prices are confusing and make it tough to know what’s really happening.

During the pandemic, home prices soared due to high demand coupled with low inventory and mortgage rates. But that rapid appreciation couldn’t last forever.

Now, data confirms prices are still rising, just more moderately.

This healthier pace is actually a good thing. It means home price growth is normalizing.

DM me if you want more details on prices in our area.



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JUST LISTED! 🏡 Palm Springs North Hialeah, FL!

7884 NW 175th Street
Hialeah, FL 33015

Charming 4 Bed/2 Bath Home in Palm Springs North! Located at 7884 NW 175th Street, this gem features a spacious kitchen with ample counter space and stainless steel appliances, tile floors throughout, a tankless water heater, a laundry room, new hurricane shutters, and a new flat roof. Plumbing updated with PVC. Includes a storage shed. Walk to Norman and Jean Reach Park with its sports fields, basketball, tennis/pickleball courts, pool, and picnic area. Close to top schools, shopping, dining, I-75, Turnpike, and Palmetto Expressways. Don’t miss this opportunity in a highly sought-after neighborhood!

4 🛏 Bedrooms
2 🛁 Baths
1,705 SF Living Area
7,500 SF Lot

DM me 📲 for further details!

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Inflation is cooling – and that’s a good sign for mortgage rates.
Once the rate of inflation reaches the Fed's target of 2%, they may lower the Federal Funds Rate. When they do, mortgage rates are likely to respond.
But this isn't the only factor at play. For the latest updates on what’s happening, follow me.



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JUST LISTED! 🏡 Belasera at Pine Island Plantation, FL!

711 N Pine Island Road #214
Plantation, FL 33324

Welcome to this charming 1-bedroom, 1.5-bath condo, offering a blend of comfort and convenience. Step inside to find a spacious kitchen and a large bedroom with ample closet space. Enjoy your morning coffee or unwind in the evening on the enclosed patio. This condo is ideally situated next to the clubhouse, where you can take advantage of the pool, tennis courts, and play area. Its central location is unbeatable, with Publix just across the street and a variety of restaurants and other amenities within close proximity. Additionally, it’s close to schools, parks, and so much more.

1 🛌
1.5 🛀
764 SF Living Area
Balcony
1 Parking Space

Amenities:
Recreation Facilities
Pool
Tennis 🎾 Courts

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Do high prices at the gas pump and grocery store have you worried more people are going to fall behind on their mortgage payments?

If you’re thinking that’ll lead to a surge of foreclosures, let this reassure you.

Serious delinquencies (loans that are 3 or more monthly payments past due) are on the decline – so there’s no wave of foreclosures on the horizon.



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JUST SOLD! 🏡 Sands Point Condominium Tamarac, FL!

8380 Sands Point Blvd
Tamarac, FL 33321

Investment Opportunity for Rental Income! Discover comfort and convenience at 8380 Sands Point Blvd in the all-ages Sands Point Condominium III. This first-floor unit boasts 2 bedrooms, 2 baths, and 1025 SF of living space with a serene golf course view. Ready for new upgrades, this home offers endless potential. Enjoy top-notch amenities including a clubhouse, fitness center, and community pool. Benefit from water, trash, digital cable, and internet included in condo fees. Assigned parking space and guest parking available. Laundry facility on-site. The building has a new roof and has fresh new exterior paint. Embrace the perfect blend of leisure and lifestyle!

2 🛏 Bedrooms
2 🛁 Baths
1,025 SF Living Area
Golf Course View
Screened Patio
1 Assigned Parking Space + Guest Parking

SOLD $125,000

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