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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.

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.
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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.

When good closings go bad: What you should know about wire fraud and other scams

Florida has plenty of white collar real estate criminals who attempt to make big money through scams.

Flood insurance isn't only for people who live near the water

The price of flood insurance is well worth the peace of mind. The loss of personal items is traumatic enough, there’s no reason to compound that with what is effectively the loss of your home if you don’t have the means to repair or replace it.

Florida's commercial real estate will see a reduction of sales tax

Florida applies a six percent sales tax on rent paid for commercial real estate property. This includes everything from stores to warehouses and even offices. Things will be changing once the new year rolls around.