The Daily Hot Sheet Of Top Real Estate News Trending Now  Friday, September 18, 2015  TODAY'S TOP STORIESWhat should homebuyers know about Oct. 3 changes?The closing process changes in 2 weeks, and buyers will face updated disclosures and new rules. A just-released CFPB toolkit can help get them up to speed. Read more.Study: Right now it's better to buy a home than rentA housing market index produced by FAU and FIU finds buyers in most metros accumulate wealth faster than renters - but there's no longer a big difference. Read more.Mortgage bankers' prediction: A 2016 sellers marketA survey of independent mortgage lenders found that 60% predict a 2016 sellers market, and 89% think that interest rate increases won't have a big impact. Read more.Average rate on 30-year mortgage rises to 3.... 09/18/2015

The Daily Hot Sheet of Top Real Estate News Trending Now Friday, September 11, 2015 TODAY'S TOP STORIESSome homeowners want to sell - but they're afraidConsumers are optimistic about the housing market's long-term prospects, but a fair number of homeowners open to listing still need some convincing. Read more.Mortgage bankers explain Oct. 3 TRID changesWhat do lenders want you and clients to know about the Truth in Lending (TRID) rules that kick off in three weeks? MBA created informational brochures. Read more.NAR to Congress: Legalize the safe use of dronesRealtor Pres. Polychron asked a House subcommittee to protect Americans' privacy and safety, but also allow drone use by the real estate industry. Read more.Rate on 30-year mortgage inches up to 3.9%FRMs moved a bit higher this week... 09/11/2015

Daily Hot Sheet of Top Real Estate News Trending NowWednesday, September 9, 2015   TODAY'S TOP STORIES 'Boomerang' buyers want to own again But many foreclosed owners are embarrassed and think they won't qualify for a loan. Realtors willing to help them and ease fears could find a big market niche. Read more. Empty houses still used in Craigslist rent scams In some areas of Fla., the Craigslist scam - advertising someone's empty home for lease and collecting a deposit and sometimes rent - is alive and well. Read more. NAR study: New home construction trails job growth New home sales aren't robust enough in most metro areas, finds NAR. It's a contributing factor to today's current listing shortages and unhealthy price growth. Read more. Fannie, Freddie extend their foreclosure deadlines ... 09/09/2015

The 7-story building of the waterfront community of Harbourside consists of 175 condo units ideal for families, young professionals and alike. On-site amenities include a swimming pool, tennis courts and a clubhouse with billiards. They also have biking and jogging paths, shuffleboard, a library, a fitness center and a picnic area for residents to use and enjoy. 09/08/2015

The 30th International Coastal CleanUp is September 19, 2015.  Here’s How You Can Help in Delray Beach. Please join the many volunteers who will participate in the 30th Annual International Coastal CleanUp on Saturday, September 19. WHEN- Saturday, September 19, 2015TIME- 8-10 A.M.WHERE-  Sandoway House142 South Ocean BlvdDelray Beach, FL Download your Volunteer Registration here.   We are so lucky to be living in one of the “Happiest Seaside Towns in America.”  With 2 miles of public beachfront, it is up to all of us to do our part to help keep our beaches clean. Come and join the volunteers on September 19 and make a difference. In 2014, there were more than 560,000 volunteers...  Tips for Volunteers-*Wear sunscreen*Bring water*Be careful picking up sharp objects*Do not pick up any hy... 09/06/2015

Karina Kfuri Leal 'e sua Corretora de Imoveis no Sul da Florida - Falo em Portugues Brasileiro Na duvida se deve comprar ou Alugar?Ligue agora para 561-350-3503 e fale com Karina Kfuri Leal! Quanto Vale o Seu Imovel na Florida?Ligue agora para Karina Kfuri Leal e faca uma avaliacao gratuita do valor do seu imovel no sul da Florida. Receba a avaliacao diretamente no seu email.   Sejam Bem Vindos a Miami Beach e South Florida, USAKarina Leal tem vasta experiencia no mercado imobiliario na Florida e no Brasil. Atuando no mercado imobiliario da Florida ha mais de 13 anos ( desde o ano 2002) como corretora de imoveis e proprietaria da imobiliaria Leal USA Realty. Antes de se mudar para a Florida, Karina Kfuri apenas com 22 anos de idade ja gerenciava uma carteira de em torno de 1,000 imoveis... 09/06/2015

The Daily Hot Sheet of Top Real Estate News Trending Now Thursday, August 27, 2015 TODAY'S TOP STORIES NAR: Pending home sales inch forward in July Up slightly from June, the Pending Home Sales Index rose 7.4% over the July 2014 level. It has increased year-over-year for 11 months in a row. Read more. U.S. economy surged at 3.7% rate in 2Q Growth this spring was better than expected due to improvements in consumer spending and business investment, among other areas. Read more. U.S. housing markets strengthen Freddie Mac's Multi-Indicator Market Index ranks Fla. as the second most improving state month-to-month, with 4 of top 5 most improving metros month-to-month. Read more. Erika may challenge Florida's newest insurers With Erika looming, state's Insurance Commissioner urges residents ... 08/27/2015

The gated neighborhood of Valencia Palms is an active-adult community offering 625 single-style family homes with open floor plans and unique architectural details. Community amenities include a clubhouse, a billiards room, several card rooms, a stage and dance floor, an arts and crafts gallery, an exercise facility, an indoor spa and massage room, steam rooms, tennis courts and a swimming pool. There are numerous restaurants, shops, beaches and other attractions near the community as well. 08/20/2015

Pet-Friendly Mizner’s Preserve in Delray Beach FL  Why Do People Live Here?Mizner’s Preserve is an upscale neighborhood of single family homes in Delray Beach FL. This manned-gated community offers country-club-style living without equity fees. Mizner’s Preserve is a pet-friendly community in Delray Beach.  As dog lovers know, this is often a hard bill to fill in Boca Raton or Delray Beach FL.  It is not uncommon to see people in the neighborhood out walking their dogs, at the clubhouse or working out in the fitness center.  Looking for a home in Mizner’s Preserve? Interested in finding homes for sale in Mizner’s Preserve in Delray Beach, FL? Click that link to find all the currently available homes in this area of Delray Beach.  What's the Neighborhood Like? Mizner’s Preserve was start... 08/08/2015

Pet-Friendly Bristol Pointe Community in Delray Beach FL Why Do People Live Here?   Bristol Pointe is a luxury community of single family homes in Delray Beach. Built around an upscale lifestyle without equity fees, Bristol Pointe has a lot to offer. It is not uncommon to see people out walking their dogs because Bristol Pointe is a pet-friendly community in Delray Beach.  And people who are dog lovers know that is a hard bill to fill in Boca Raton or Delray Beach. Looking for a home in Bristol Pointe? Interested in finding homes for sale in Bristol Pointe in Delray Beach, FL? Click that link to find all the currently available homes in this area of Delray Beach. What's the Neighborhood Like?Bristol Pointe was started in 1999 by Charles Watts.  The last homes were completed in 2001.  Th... 08/03/2015

Delray Beach, of Palm Beach County, FL Market Stats & Facts for June 2015     Stats and facts about Delray Beach, Florida, are out for the month of June 2015.  The report is packed with information about the county and the local city mentioned above. In a nut shell the inventory of single family homes available for sale are at a 3.5 month selling point which is down nearly 30.9% from a year ago. That’s a good sign things are loosening up and people are buying. Click on this LINK, for more graphs and stats.   Whether you are buying or selling in this hot market of the County of Palm Beach, FL, choosing the right company will save you money, time and many sleepless nights. I not only have 31 years experience as a Realtor, construction was a passion of mine as well. This alone is worth so... 07/26/2015

Comprises of single-family estates homes; Crestwood Drive in Delray Beach offers elegant homes with amazing features inside. Residents also enjoy easy access to the beach, the Lake Worth Golf Course, West Palm Beach Country Club and the Intracoastal and a marina are just a block away. Amenities here include private deeded beach access, tennis courts, private garages or driveways and spacious yards. 07/19/2015

Home Buyers, Beware of the Condo Association! Recently I have had more that a few "run-ins" with condo associations. Mostly with self managed associations, as they have people running the show with not enough knowledge of the complexities that come with the job.Home buyers, please ask all the questions you can and get as much documentation in writing as possible. Many of these condo managers will give you an answer, but it may not be correct. Documentaion is everything!Here in Delray Beach, Florida we have many older condo buildings on the beach that are now in need of renovation. Guess who pays for that? The home owners! Many associations are healthy and have a "reserve fund" for such things. However, when a large repair or update is needed, they need additional funds from the owners i... 07/13/2015

The exclusive neighborhood of Delray Ocean Estates offers luxurious single-family homes on large properties near the ocean. Within minutes, residents can enjoy the beaches and the ocean. Many homes feature private swimming pools with a great view of the ocean. The community is near to many classy restaurants, exclusive shops, and golf courses, and entertainment options.  07/08/2015

Painting and carpet updates to homes for sale in Delray Beach can make a world of difference in moving your home quickly off the Delray Beach real estate listings. When it comes to interior painting and replacing carpeting, many home owners plan color and pattern schemes without thinking about how the lighting might illuminate the finished product. To achieve the colors you really want, the Farrow & Ball Paint Company advises painting squares of primed dry wall with sample of the colors you are considering. Move them around during the day to see how the paint is reflected with the lighting at various times. You can also do this with sample squares of carpet. Turn on artificial lights during daylight and nighttime hours to get an idea of how the colors will look. Get more tips from the s... 07/06/2015

Did you know that staging Delray Beach homes for sale actually is more likely to get a higher sales price on the home for sale than if you didn’t have it staged professionally? That is just one reason why staging is a valuable part of the Delray Beach real estate market. Besides a higher sales price, home owners can expect the home to sell much faster when it is staged. Remember that there is only one chance to make a first impression so you want to do it well, especially when it comes to selling your homes for sale in Delray Beach. Watch this short video that explains succinctly why staging is worth your while.  06/30/2015

When looking for your new home, you want to make the search is simple and easy. You also want to ensure that there are no surprises after the buy is made. This is especially true for Delray Beach luxury homes. In the hunt for perfect Delray Beach luxury homes, it is normal for home buyers to get swept away by the home's extravagance. If you get lost in the ambiance and forget about the important stuff, you'll be sorry later.  It’s important that you streamline the house-hunting process on Delray Beach luxury homes right off the bat. Early on, you want to set your priorities and know which features you must have and the ones that you’d just like.Stay organized with the following 4 tips that’ll keep your focus on what’s truly important on your house hunt for Delray Beach luxury homes. 1) ... 06/29/2015

Delray Beach, of Palm Beach County, FL Market Stats & Facts for May 2015     Stats and facts about Delray Beach, Florida, are out for the month of May 2015.  The report is packed with information about the county and the local city mentioned above. In a nut shell the inventory of single family homes available for sale are at a 3.7 month selling point which is down nearly 28.4% from a year ago. That’s a good sign things are loosening up and people are buying. Click on this LINK, for more graphs and stats.   Whether you are buying or selling in this hot market of the County of Palm Beach, FL, choosing the right company will save you money, time and many sleepless nights. I not only have 31 years experience as a Realtor, construction was a passion of mine as well. This alone is worth so m... 06/28/2015

Comprised of 63 contemporary lofts with amazing features; the community of Ocean City Lofts is also equipped with a number of amenities for residents to enjoy. These are a landscaped pool area, a spa, a fitness center, covered parking and space for meditation and yoga. Residents may also enjoy easy access to a variety of designer boutiques, restaurants, and other attractions of the area. 06/27/2015

Homes for sale in Delray Beach attractive buyers to look, but what will get them to buy? Well, there are few interesting statistics that may provide home owners with some insight on the Delray Beach real estate market. Delray Beach LivingIn real estate circles, Delray Beach homes for sale are generally considered an easy sell. Delray Beach possesses a magnetic quality. The alfresco cafes and eclectic shops along Atlantic Avenue provide an energy to the city that is palpable. Open-air restaurants and bars keep the downtown area jumping late into the night, catering to night owls in a wide range of ages. There is always something happening here and the locals love to frequent the delicious, award-winning eateries after the music has faded into the early morning hours. When dawn breaks, th... 06/22/2015