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If proposed changes are implemented, buyers will have to come up with more cash to close on a home purchase. Currently a buyer can purchase a home utilizing the FHA program with only 3.5% down. Proposed changes will bring that to 5% down. One other major ...  [Read More]
Posted:byGabe Fitzhugh
Mark Cohen, Broker
Shopping Centers and Retail Areas in and near Gainesville Florida In addition to the following there are about 50 neighborhood and community shopping centers in the Gainesville Urban Area. There are also many more in and near Ocala, Lake City, Starke, ...  [Read More]
Posted:byMark Cohen, Broker
Mark Cohen
First Time Home Buyer Financing (Mortgage Loan) Requirements As a First Time Home Buyer , in order to qualify for a mortgage loan, you must prove to your lender that you have the ability to repay it on time . You must show them that you can make the monthly ...  [Read More]
Posted:byMark Cohen
Gabe Fitzhugh
President Obama signed H.R. 3548 this morning , enacting into law an extension, and adjustment, of the $8,000 tax credit for first-time buyers. This extension, among other things, includes: Adds money for some move-up buyers Creates one deadline for signing ...  [Read More]
Posted:byGabe Fitzhugh
Gabe Fitzhugh
House Passes Tax Credit Extension/Expansion - here is a comparison chart of the old credit vs. the new: http://bit.ly/1rK1eg This will now be passed to President Obama for his signature!  [Read More]
Posted:byGabe Fitzhugh
Gabe Fitzhugh
At this time the house and senate are debating whether to extend the first time home buyer tax credit. This is the tax credit that a home buyer will receive if they purchase a home for the first time or if they purchase a home but have not owned a home ...  [Read More]
Posted:byGabe Fitzhugh
Mark Cohen
College Towns Offer Good Real Estate Investments When you have a son or daughter attending school, it can make sense to purchase a home or condominium (townhouse or flat) rather than renting an apartment. Although properties near colleges and universities ...  [Read More]
Posted:byMark Cohen
Mark Cohen, Broker
How To Buy Foreclosed Properties (REO, Foreclosures) www.EyemarkRealty.com & www.GainesvilleFloridaHomes.com What is Foreclosed Property? A foreclosure is the legal process in which a lender takes ownership of real property (home, land, or building) ...  [Read More]
Posted:byMark Cohen, Broker
Mark Cohen, Broker
Its that time of year again. Your Florida Property Tax Bill will be mailed on November 1st. Here's what its all about. Florida Property Taxes There are three types of property taxes levied in Florida: Ad Valorem Taxes, Non-Ad Valorem Assessments, and ...  [Read More]
Posted:byMark Cohen, Broker
Mark Cohen
This is a great time to buy a home in or near Gainesville, Florida USA even without a tax credit. Prices of existing and brand new homes have returned to pre-peak levels and many sellers and builders are willing to give upgrades and/or pay for closing ...  [Read More]
Posted:byMark Cohen
Gabe Fitzhugh
Eagle's Pointe Subdivision, Live Oak, FL - Announcing a new price reduction on two lots in the Eagle's Pointe Subdivision, these are each a 2 acre lot / land "Residential Lot" in a Gated Community located in Suwannee County. Now MLS® ...  [Read More]
Posted:byGabe Fitzhugh
Gabe Fitzhugh
Lake City, FL Columbia County - Announcing a price reduction on Lake Jeffrey Road, a lot / land "20 Acres For Sale In Lake City FL". Now MLS® $79,900 USD - Reduced Price!. Beautiful high & dry property. Property information  [Read More]
Posted:byGabe Fitzhugh
Gabe Fitzhugh
Large home with many upgrades! • 3,606 sq. ft., 3 bath, 3 bdrm 1 1/2 story "2 Bonus Rooms" - MLS® $319,900 USD - Bank Short Sale! Greenridge Estates South, Lake City - This has everything including oversized bedrooms with walk-in closets ...  [Read More]
Posted:byGabe Fitzhugh
Gabe Fitzhugh
Upgraded home, beautiful land! • 3,077 sq. ft., 2 bath, 3 bdrm single story - MLS® $349,900 USD - Great Buy! Lake City, Columbia County - 3,077 H&C Sft, total 5,203 sf. Lg front & back porches under roof. This home has everything you would ...  [Read More]
Posted:byGabe Fitzhugh
Gabe Fitzhugh
Nice home on 7 acres of pasture land! • 1,568 sq. ft., 2 bath, 3 bdrm manufactured home "28x56 Horton" - MLS® $119,900 USD - Affordable! Lake City, Columbia County - This is a beautiful 7 acres of pasture land with a really nice manufactured ...  [Read More]
Posted:byGabe Fitzhugh
Mark Cohen, Broker
University Commons, Gainesville - The multiplex at G-125-2601 S.W. Archer Road has been sold. Property information IT CAN BE DONE: This was a SHORT SALE that took 72 DAYS (2.4 months) from executed contract to closing. Maybe a record for fast time to close ...  [Read More]
Posted:byMark Cohen, Broker
Mark Cohen, Broker
HOW - Home Owner's Warranty (Home Buyer's Protection Plan) A Home Owner's Warranty is a protection plan (a type of insurance policy) that protects you, as the buyer, from incurring high costs of specified repairs after you purchase your home. ...  [Read More]
Posted:byMark Cohen, Broker
Mark Cohen
Condominium (Condo) Description: A Condominium (Condo) is a form of real estate ownership in which each owner holds title to his/her individual unit, plus a fractional (joint) ownership interest in the common areas of a multi-unit complex. The individual ...  [Read More]
Posted:byMark Cohen
Mark Cohen
Definition of a Short Sale A Potential Short Sale is when the Listing Price (Asking Price) may not be high enough to cover the payment of all liens (mortgage loans, taxes, HOA fees, etc.) and closing costs and the Seller says they will be unable or unwilling ...  [Read More]
Posted:byMark Cohen
Mark Cohen, Broker
Short Sale Transaction Information Form 1. A Short Sale is a transaction in which the Seller is attempting to sell the property for less than the amount of the balance owed on the mortgage to the Lender. The Seller won't make any money from the sale ...  [Read More]
Posted:byMark Cohen, Broker
Mark Cohen, Broker
5. Short Sale Odds. Why do only a small percentage of short sales close? Everyone involved is: Short on Money. Short on Time. Short on Patience. Short on Knowledge. Short on Experience. Short on Paperwork. Long on Odds that it will close.  [Read More]
Posted:byMark Cohen, Broker
Mark Cohen
In Gainesville Florida we have a bus transit system operated by the city. It has routes that cover the entire urban area, within and outside the city limits, and is named the Gainesville Regional Transit System (RTS). A high percentage of riders are students ...  [Read More]
Posted:byMark Cohen
Gabe Fitzhugh
Newer home, 5 ac of pasture, horse barn • 1,862 sq. ft., 3 bath, 3 bdrm 2 story "Florida Cracker Style Home" - MLS® $249,900 USD - Priced to sell! Lake Butler, Union County - Purchase your piece of quiet, country living! This beautiful ...  [Read More]
Posted:byGabe Fitzhugh
Mark Cohen, Broker
There are "experts" who recommend that you develop a niche and specialize only in that one type of real estate. I understand that reasoning, however there is the other side of the coin to consider. I don't have a niche. Well, I do have a ...  [Read More]
Posted:byMark Cohen, Broker
Gabe Fitzhugh
SECLUDED two story home, guest house • 2,359 sq. ft., 3 bath, 3 bdrm 2 story "Florida Cracker Style Home" - $259,000 USD - 20 acres! Great Price! Lake City, Columbia County - Come enjoy the peaceful outdoors in this beautiful Florida cracker ...  [Read More]
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