May 2019 News Brief

Residential 2019’s Housing Market Is Likely to Be Stronger…

Are you prepared for the 2019 hurricane season?

Hurricane season begins June 1st in Florida and early predictions are that this year will be as active as last. May is hurricane preparedness month and we have some tips to keep you and your home safe and secure.

April 2019 News Brief

Residential Why The Stage Is Set For A Stronger Spring Home-Buying…

Tips To Enhance Your Cybersecurity

You should think of cybersecurity the same way you think of security for your office; with locks and alarm systems.

9 Steps to a 1031 Exchange

A 1031 Exchange does not avoid tax, it merely defers tax payments to later dates, while allowing you to exchange multiple properties.

Homestead exemption and portability: Ways to save on your property taxes

The Florida Homestead Exemption is intended to give homeowners in the Sunshine State a significant reduction on the real estate taxes on their primary domicile. Here is a quick rundown on what you need to know.

Beware of these top real estate scams

In 2017 over 9,500 individuals became victims of real estate fraud, amounting to over $56 million in losses, according to the FBI. Real estate scams still exist, so watch out for the following types of deception.
1031 exchange

9 Steps to a 1031 Exchange

1031 Tax Exchange transactions are a great way to defer all taxes from capital gains if you sell one property and reinvest in another.

What are the tax benefits of 1031 Exchange?

Named for a specific section of the tax code,1031 exchanges are a valuable tool for real estate investors. Though the IRS does require that the exchanging investor meet some very specific requirements, 1031 exchanges provide some very important tax benefits. Here are the most notable.
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IS BUYING A SHORT SALE A GOOD DEAL?

Is buying a short sale a good deal? What you should know about purchasing a home offered as a short sale.