Parkland, FL Real Estate News

A Highly Desired 5 Bed/5.5 Bath Heron Bay Home SOLD in Parkland!A Highly Desired 5 Bed/5.5 Bath Heron Bay Home SOLD in Parkland!  This stunning and well-appointed home is located on a large lakefront lot with a huge yard.This home is located in the highly desired gated community of Heron Bay which offers residents a variety of luxurious amenities included a newly renovated clubhouse, sport courts, golf, pools and more.  Heron Bay is conveniently located close to a variety of great restaurant, entertaining and shopping options.  Sawgrass Mills Mall and the BB&T Center are a short drive away, with easy access to major highways that will get you to any of South Florida's beautiful beaches or other attractions.Children living in this home attend these top rated Broward County schools: Heron... 12/29/2020

A Highly Desired 5 Bed/4 Bath Heron Bay Home SOLD in Parkland!A Highly Desired 5 Bed/4 Bath Heron Bay Home SOLD in Parkland!  This stunning home is located on a large cul-de-sac lot with a huge yard.This home is located in the highly desired gated community of Heron Bay which offers residents a variety of luxurious amenities included a newly renovated clubhouse, sport courts, golf, pools and more.  Heron Bay is conveniently located close to a variety of great restaurant, entertaining and shopping options.  Sawgrass Mills Mall and the BB&T Center are a short drive away, with easy access to major highways that will get you to any of South Florida's beautiful beaches or other attractions.Children living in this home attend these top rated Broward County schools: Heron Heights Elementary Sc... 07/24/2020

A Huge 6 Bed/5 Bath Heron Bay Pool Home SOLD in Parkland!A Huge 6 Bed/5 Bath Heron Bay Pool Home SOLD in Parkland!  This stunning home is located on a large 1/3 acre point lot offering sweeping water views. The home is loaded with upgrades and high-end touches. There is plenty of room both inside and out, with a screened lanai perfect for entertaining or relaxing and watching a South Florida sunset.This home is located in the highly desired community of Heron Bay which offers residents a variety of luxurious amenities included a newly renovated clubhouse, sport courts, golf, pools and more.  Heron Bay is conveniently located close to a variety of great restaurant, entertaining and shopping options.  Sawgrass Mills Mall and the BB&T Center are a short drive away, with easy access to majo... 12/19/2019

A Perfect 3 Bed/2.5 Bath Townhouse on a Large Lot SOLD in Parkland!A Perfect 3 Bed/2.5 Bath Townhouse on a Large Lot SOLD in Parkland!  This beautiful home has been fully upgraded.  Built on an extra large lot, this corner unit home features real wood flooring throughout, granite counters and backsplash, and stainless steel appliances.  There is also a spacious interior laundry room with large capacity washer and dryer.  The townhome has a 2 car garage.Located in the resort style community of Mira Lago, residents enjoy access to a variety of luxurious amenities including a gorgeous swimming pool, jacuzzi, gym, billiards, sport courts, business center, children's play area, and a stunning clubhouse.Mira Lago is conveniently located in Parkland with easy access to major roads and highways... 06/02/2019

You have just signed in your lease agreement with your new landlord. After which, you have realized that he or she is a bit more difficult to bear with than your previous landlords. What could you possibly do to be in good terms with him or her? Here are some points you could follow.Be a good tenant. Without much being said, this should naturally come from you as a tenant. This includes abiding by the rules set forth by the landlord. It means paying on time both in rent and in utilities and keeping the apartment clean and even the outside area tidy too.You also have to deal with following rules when you have guests and when you have to do changes. Prior to signing the lease contract, you should ask any other questions that are floating in your mind such as if pets are allowed, if hangin... 12/05/2018

Listing agreements can differ from one to another. The real differences lie on the clauses and sections of the contract. It is important to carefully read the agreement before signing it. Being knowledgeable on what it states is your best weapon against any possible problems you might face when you decide to cancel.What exactly happens when you cancel a listing agreement? Here are some possibilities. You might have to pay for cancellation fees. These fees are involved when the seller cancels the listing agreement. It is usually stated in the cancellation section of the agreement. This instance, unless otherwise stated, makes the seller responsible for such fees. But there are also cases when both the agent and the seller agrees with the termination of listing agreement without any fees ... 11/17/2018

 For Sale!                 $759,000.00    4640 NW 105 Terrace Parkland Florida  This is a wonderful family home with 5 bedrooms 4 bathrooms loft area, dining room, living room, family room, with gourmet chefs kitchen, is in a 24/7 guard gated community with tennis court amenities.Spanning over 3900 SF, this magnificent residence with a total square footage of 4450 square feet is graced by soaring ceilings. The entryway draws you into a voluminous layout made for entertaining. The elegant formal living room with tray ceiling and glass French doors to the back patio and stunning waterfall swimming pool with fountains is the dramatic focal point of the main level, accompanied by a grand dining room, tremendous granite chef's kitchen featuring high end Sub Zero refrigerator-wine cooler-chil... 02/06/2018

Parkland Florida Closed Sales January 2017   7291 Lemon Grass Dr Parkland Florida: Parkland Golf LP 1,548,000 SP 1,375,000 DOM 202 8210 Falls Ln Parkland Florida: Cypress Head LP 1,000,000 SP 975,000 DOM 14 7096 NW 127th Way Parkland Florida: Heron Bay Seven & Eight LP 924,500 SP 885,000 DOM 124 8642 NW 58TH CT Parkland Florida: Tall Pines LP 850,000 SP 820,000 DOM 70 7132 NW 71st Mnr Parkland Florida: TenBridge Estates LP 825,000 SP 805,000 DOM 77 6917 Ocala Ln Parkland Florida: Cypress Head LP 799,000 SP 735,000 DOM 75 10375 Cameilla St Parkland Florida: Parkland Golf & Country LP 779,500 SP 760,000 DOM 42 6547 NW 104th Ter Parkland Florida: Fox Ridge LP 775,000 SP 750,000 DOM 111 9551 GINGER CT Parkland Florida: Parkland Golf & Country LP 749,900 SP 720,000 DOM 14 8058 NW 116th Ter P... 10/04/2017

Lakefront 4 Bed/3 Bath Single Family Heron Bay Home Sold in Parkland!An immaculate lakefront 4 bed/3 bath single family Heron Bay home sold in Parkland! This gorgeous home featured a desirable split floor plan and an upgraded, high-end kitchen. Large windows offer loads of natural light to look out to the large lakefront backyard, perfect for those who love to entertain family and friends.  Located in the family-friendly Heron Bay community, this home sits on an over-sized corner lot, with access to the parks, pools and golf course that Heron Bay has to offer. Easy access to major roads and highways, as well as great restaurants, shopping, world class golf, and parks.The top-rated schools that the children of Heron Bay will attend are, Heron Heights or Park Trails Elementary School, Wes... 09/05/2017

Many clients in Parkland have been looking for diversity in homes they want to buy.  Fortunately, the listings offer different sizes, styles, architectural designs, and even locations.Browsing the MLS would open the world of home buyers in Parkland to numerous options that are also diverse in prices. Depending on budget and preferences, it is more likely that they find their dream homes.Are you currently looking for your next dwelling place? Contact us now and our team will be more than happy to assist you in finding what could be a place you can definitely call home. 06/18/2017

A home inspection may be one of the last things that needs to be done before the deal is sealed. However, it’s very important to have a proper inspection done so that you can ensure you’re offering price is appropriate for the home you’re getting. If you’re prepping for an inspection soon, here are some things you’ll want to consider beforehand.Choose A Good InspectorLike a good agent, the right inspector is going to have expertise in what they do and know what to look for. They will not only find the small fix-ups, they’ll be able to highlight the potentially huge issues that may arise down the road.Prepare Your PapersYour inspector may be able to do their job well on their own, but if you’ve noticed any issues when you’ve visited the house, it’s important to address them. While they m... 05/12/2017

Many homebuyers struggle with finding a home that is within their price range, but many of those perusing the market also struggle when it comes to the search. If you’re currently in the real estate market and are having difficulty finding a good selection of homes, here are some ways to expand your search so you can find an opportunity you’re prepared to invest in.Look Over The Old ListingsWhether you do it on your own or enlist the help of your real estate agent, it’s worth looking through the old listings to determine if any old opportunities are still available. There may be many formerly listed homes that have since sold, but homes that have lingered on the market may be open to offers; they may also be more aligned with the current market rates. Instead of taking the listings for ... 05/03/2017

Finding the right home and the right mortgage can take a lot of time and energy, so it’s important to consider whether you’ll be prepared for approval before diving into the process. Whether you’ve had some financial setbacks or you just want to have an idea ahead of time, here are some ways to quickly determine if you’ll be pre-approved for a mortgage.Do You Have A Down Payment?You may have heard that the ideal down payment amount is 20% of the cost of the home, but this doesn’t mean you have to have this amount. However, it is important that you have a significant chunk of change put away so that it can signal to the lender that you’re financially sound and will be able to come up with your monthly payment. A down payment will not only minimize the amount of money you owe the lender e... 04/26/2017

When you’re delving into the market in the hopes of finding your dream home, it’s likely you’ll come across the term debt-to-income ratio. This may not seem important at first, but your DTI is the key to determining the amount of money you can put into your home and just how much you should spend on a monthly basis. If you’re curious about what this means for you, here’s how to calculate it and how it can impact your mortgage.What’s Your DTI Ratio?One of the best ways to determine whether or not a home is affordable for you is to first calculate your DTI ratio. To get this amount, add up all of your monthly payments including any credit card, loan and mortgage payments, and divide this amount by your gross monthly income. The amount you get is your DTI percentage and this will help to d... 04/22/2017

To homeowners, foreclosure is one ugly word which must be avoided at all costs. But when financial problems come, it is another dilemma which must be faced bravely and wisely. But do you know that it can be avoided? Here are some tips how. Apply for mortgage modification program Most homeowners get trapped into mortgage payments because of the high monthly dues. Through mortgage modification programs, these monthly payments can be significantly reduced to as high as $1000 or more giving the loan a more stable structure. The government designed several mortgage modifications to help homeowners avoid foreclosure. One program is called Home Affordable Modification Program (HAMP). This program lowers monthly mortgage payments to as much as 31% of the homeowners pre-taxed monthly gross inco... 04/21/2017

Many millennials are expected to enter the housing market in the next year with the interest rates still low. However, while it may be a good time, it does not necessarily mean that it’s the right time for you to make the investment. If you’re currently weighing your options when it comes to home ownership, here are some things to consider before you decide put the money down.Are You Struggling With Student DebtIt’s possible to invest in a home when you’re still paying down student debt, but if you’re also struggling with a low-paying job and a high debt load, it may not be the right time to buy. Instead of trying to make ends meet to pay a monthly mortgage payment, it might be a better decision to pay off some of your debt, lower your interest costs and consider investing later on. Thi... 04/20/2017

The spring season may be a time of cherry blossoms and longer days, but it’s also common for allergies to ramp up. While you won’t be able to stop the season, there are things you can do to limit the impact of allergies in your home. If you’re wondering what has the greatest impact on your sinus health in the home, here are a few places you’ll want to check out.Have You Looked Under The Bed?Many diligent housecleaners will do a sweep under the bed each time, but for those of us who want to avoid pulling everything out, this area can be a very dusty spot. Next time you clean the house, take the time to remove everything out from under the bed that’s been collecting dust, whether there are old boxes, shoes or things you’ve forgotten about. Dust everything off, vacuum the area underneath a... 04/19/2017

There are so many ways in which you can green up your home and make it more sustainable these days that many people are considering tankless water heaters. While this can certainly be the right option depending on the space you have and the type of water you use, here are some things to consider before you decide to invest in the switch. Maximizing Your Space One of the biggest issues with a traditional water heater is the amount of space it takes up, whether it’s a side closet or a closed-off area in the basement. Fortunately, one of the benefits of tankless water heaters is that they can be wall-mounted almost anywhere in your house so they won’t need their own separate space. The traditional water heater may be bulky and require an area of its own, but your tankless water heater wil... 04/18/2017

Many homeowners consider a fence around their property for a variety of reasons, whether it’s to keep the dog in the yard or to maintain privacy. However, the wrong fence can entirely change the look of your property and make a beautiful yard a bit of an eyesore. If you’re trying to determine what kind of fence will work for your home, here are some tips before you start to dig in the dirt.What’s Your Fence For?Before deciding what kind of material to use, it’s important to know what type of utility you want for your fence. While a stone fence may be elegant and offer a lot of privacy, it can also be quite expensive; on the other hand, a wooden fence may be more affordable but it can deteriorate over time. It’s entirely possible you have a material you’ve already decided upon, but ensur... 04/13/2017

It may seem like the hard part is over once you’ve received a few offers on your home and are preparing for the negotiation process. Unfortunately, anything can happen until the papers and signed and this means that potential homebuyers can back out. If you’re dealing with a wavering bidder and are wondering how you can win them back, here are some reasons they might withdraw and how you may be able to win them over.The Price Is Too HighIt’s possible that when it comes to negotiating, many interested parties will offer to put down a little more than they otherwise would have; however, when it comes to sealing the deal, they may realize the price is a little higher than what they wanted to spend. Instead of letting the negotiations fall through, consider lowering your price slightly to g... 04/12/2017