Central Florida Realty

17975 Collins Ave # 1602 The spectacular 4-bedroom flow through corner residence has the most magnificent finishes. The residence is located in the sought after Boutique tower at the Estates at Acqualina. This north facing unit has a state-of-the-art kitchen with a 14-foot long island, a gas La Cornue range, a pizza oven, a...

Rent Cap Plan Is ‘Harmful,’ Housing Groups Say A new White House plan unveiled Tuesday calls for capping rents at 5% per year on landlords who own more than 50 units. Here’s why it likely won’t help. WASHINGTON – President Joe Biden unveiled a proposal Tuesday to take aim at high housing costs, but his call to cap rent increases at 5% per ...

505 Telfair Square Court Welcome to Savannah Park! This stunning 2-story end-unit townhome, located on a desirable corner lot, offers 4 spacious bedrooms, 3.5 baths, and a generous 1920 sq ft of living space. Featuring a 2-car garage, a charming pavered courtyard, and two master suites, this home is perfect for modern livin...

Redfin: Typical Monthly Housing Payment Drops Mortgage rates dropped to their lowest level in months. Four Florida cities lead the nation with biggest YoY median sale price increases and new listings. SEATTLE — The typical U.S. homebuyer’s monthly housing payment was $2,722 during the four weeks ending July 14, $115 lower than April’s all...

3250 NE 188th St # 504 Welcome to Echo Aventura unit 504! Amenities-rich condominium living. Great location, plus postcard views from your front-facing balcony! This delightful 4-bedroom, 4.5-bathroom condominium is found on the fifth floor of Echo in Water Front. The elegant gourmet kitchen is bright with natural light,....

Mortgage Applications Up After 4-Week Decline New mortgage application activity grew nearly 4%. Refinance applications jumped 15% to the highest level since August 2022 as rates slowly decline. WASHINGTON – U.S. mortgage applications increased in the week ending July 12, after declining in the past three weeks, according to weekly survey resu...

June Housing Starts Up 3%, Multifamily Up 19.6% While builders are concerned about high interest rates, they believe mortgage rates will moderate and lead to more construction in late 2024. WASHINGTON – Elevated interest rates for home mortgages and construction and development loans kept single-family production and demand in check during June...

Powell: Fed More Confident Inflation Slowing Fed Chair Jerome Powell wouldn’t say when the first rate cut would occur, but economists say it could be September. A cut would impact mortgage rates. WASHINGTON – Chair Jerome Powell said Monday that the Federal Reserve is becoming more convinced that inflation is headed back to its 2% target a...

6462 NW 103rd Psge Gorgeous 4-bedroom, 3.5-bath, three-story townhouse in Landmark Doral. Features include 1 bed and 1 bath on the first floor, a spacious third-floor terrace with summer kitchen and mini fridge, 1-car garage plus 2 extra driveway spaces, an open layout with impact doors and windows, porcelain tiles on...

Gen Z Worries They Will Never Own a Home Most Gen Zers have concerns about buying a home, with 54% worrying they won't be able to afford it and 48% fearing hidden costs. ST. LOUIS – Sixty percent of Gen Z worry they might never own a home, with nearly all adult Gen Zers (98%) citing significant barriers to homeownership, according to a n...

Sustainable Spaces: Patios and Decks Experts say a home’s eco-friendly features—and their selling points—can extend to outdoor spaces. Consider a rainwater harvesting system, among other things. CHICAGO – Real estate professionals nationwide have reported that home buyers are increasingly curious about houses’ eco-friendly fe...

1117 Nw 51st Terrace Welcome to your dream home in the heart of NW Gainesville! This stunning 5-bedroom, 3-bathroom residence offers the perfect blend of modern luxury and convenient location. Situated just minutes from the University of Florida and I-75, this home provides easy access to all the amenities and attractio...

3014 Bella Vista Drive Welcome to your new home at 3014 Bella Vista Drive, nestled in the charming Waterstone community right off Route 27. This stunning end-unit townhome offers 4 spacious bedrooms and 2 elegant bathrooms, perfectly designed for modern living.Step inside to discover an inviting interior featuring a conve...

Buyer Opportunities: Rates Fall, Supply Rises Homebuyers on a $3,000 monthly budget have gained over $20,000 in purchasing power since mortgage rates peaked in the spring, Redfin found. SEATTLE – A homebuyer on a $3,000 monthly budget can afford a $447,750 home with a 6.85% mortgage rate, the daily average as of July 11, according to a new re...

4011 Venetian Bay Drive # 101 Venetian Bay Gated Community Fully Furnished 4-bedroom, 3 full bathrooms. This 2-story corner unit townhome offers Resort Style with 4 pools, lakes, tennis courts, volleyball, gym, BBQ, community center and playgrounds, 24 hours security with guard. Short distance to I-4, Turnpike, The Loop, restaur...

U.S. Inflation Cools, Rate Cuts Soon? If inflation remains low through the summer, most economists expect the Fed to begin cutting rates in September. Interest rates are connected to mortgage rates. WASHINGTON — Inflation in the United States cooled in June for a third straight month, a sign that the worst price spike in four decades ...

Updated Federal Program Boosts Fixer-Upper Buying HUD updated its 203(k) program to make it easier for homeowners to buyer fixer-uppers or refinance and repair their homes.  WASHINGTON – The federal government is updating a program that helps homebuyers purchase and renovate properties using a single mortgage in an effort to get more people to u...

www.cfrealtyllc.com Gorgeous FULLY FURNISHED townhouse WITH PRIVATE POOL located at the amazing Solara resort, 4 bedrooms 4.5 bathrooms, is being sold FULLY FURNISHED!! This house is perfect for you, it has an open plan living room, kitchen with granite countertops and stainless-steel appliances, open dining room, cera...

Economists: Housing Market Turnaround Soon Economists at the National Association of Real Estate Editors conference said 2024 home sales are too low, and prices and interest rates are too high. NEW YORK – How is the housing market doing? The answer depends on whom you ask, says Lawrence Yun, chief economist for the National Association of ...

Buyers Anticipate Rate Easing, New Listings Buyers shouldn’t wait for mortgage rates to drop dramatically this year, experts say. Rather, they can benefit from the wider selection of homes on the market. LOS ANGELES – The housing market shows few signs of busting out of its three-year funk after a disappointing spring season and amid a gl...

25826 SW 144th Ave # 25826 AMAZING MODERN townhouse, 4 beds, 3 1/2 baths, plus great terrace. Beautiful open kitchen with stainless steel appliances.Washer and dryer included. Impact windows and doors. Blinds in all windows. Tile floor throughout the house, no carpet. This house offers a full bedroom with closet & bathroom do...

New Law Protects Against Moving Scams A new consumer protection law puts more restrictions on movers in Florida including increased penalties for those who refuse to return a customer’s property.  TALLAHASSEE – As Florida’s population grows, a new state law requiring movers to register with the state, provide clear contracts and ...

623 147th Street Welcome to Florida lifestyle living in the well thought out community of Country Creek. This spectacular home built in 1998 is situated on a 0.63 acre lot with mature oak trees throughout the property, and a pond out back perfect for catch and release. The home boasts 2,005 sq ft of living space, 4-...

5411 Fan Palm Court Experience the epitome of Florida living in this immaculate single-family residence in the desirable Royal Palm community. Recently refreshed with new interior paint, cabinet paint, and new stainless steel appliances, this 4-bedroom, 2-bathroom gem offers a tranquil retreat with its delightful Flori...

Tips for Transforming an Outdoor Space To create a relaxing outdoor space, have plenty of seating, good music and protection from the bugs. Create an aesthetic that reflects your personality. NEW YORK – Everyone dreams of escaping to a picturesque retreat to enjoy the outdoors, but few consider creating a relaxing space in their backya...

948 NE 191st St SPECTACULAR & UNIQUE HOME WITH THE LARGEST LOT IN THE PRESTIGIOUS COMMUNITY "AVENTURA ISLES" LARGE POOL RECENTLY REDONE NEW DIMONDBRITE & TILE.NEW POOL EQUIPMENT W/5 TON POOL HEATER WIFI OPERATED.NEW OUTDOOR PATIO WHITE MARBLE FLOORS SURROUNDED BY BEAUTIFUL 16 PALM TREES, TROPICAL PLANTS & ARTIFICIA...

Mortgage Rates Climb for First Time Since May The average rate on a 30-year mortgage rose to 6.95% from 6.86% last week and the average rate on a 15-year mortgage rose to 6.25% from 6.16%. LOS ANGELES – The average rate on a 30-year mortgage rose this week, pushing up borrowing costs on a home loan for the first time since late May. The rate ...

6445 SW 22nd Ct This stunning 4 bedroom 2 bath single family home just hit the market for sale. This large home is being sold fully furnished. This property features a 2020 remolded kitchen with granite countertops, spacious rooms and a great setup. This home has a large backyard with a beautiful pool that is perfe...

Home Remodeling: What to Do & not Do Home upgrades can be costly and time consuming. Some of the most popular renovations include kitchen and bathrooms. NEW YORK – Thinking of a home renovation? Whether it's time to upgrade appliances or simply to expand on living space, there are things to consider when remodeling three of the most ...

2832 Coconut Ave # 2832 This brand new, luxurious 3-story townhome is perfectly situated in the heart of Coconut Grove, just steps away from top-rated schools, popular local hotspots, serene bayfront parks, and marinas. Spanning nearly 4,600 square feet of living area and over 7,200 total square feet, this residence featur...