What’s New in South Florida and the Treasure Coast Markets
Luxury Homes and Lifestyles – November 2021
Highlights:
- CHECK THE BLOG FOR MORE ARTICLES and Previous What’s New posts for prior articles
- 2021 New Conforming Loan Limits Increase to $548,250 for South Florida counties, FHA and VA limits are – $402,000 for Palm Beach County and $378,000 for St Lucie County
- Why a Wave of Foreclosures is Not on the Way
- It Could Be Time to Build Your Dream Home – Plus 5 Tips when you are buying a newly constructed home
- Home Buying Process page is being updated and expanded
- What House Can I Afford plus new real estate calculators added in the Mortgage Finance Center
- South Florida Area Market Reports October for 2021 / October Available by December 6th, 2021
- Here are some charts from John Hopkins University on Tracking Florida COVID -19 Cases and Deaths by Overall Totals and By Daily Totals – UPDATED DAILY
Why a Wave of Foreclosures Is Not on the Way
Inventory is so low now that any foreclosures coming onto the market will increase inventory and be absorbed ok. Experts agree that the chance of a foreclosure crisis is about zero percent. Read more details….
It Could be Time to Build Your Dream Home
Inventory is very low right now and builders have been increasing their levels of new homes being built. Plus read 5 important tips when buying a newly constructed home!
Happy Veterans Day 2021
Please join me in celebrating past and present military servicemen and servicewomen who have kept and continue to keep us safe.
VA Loans: Helping Veterans Achieve Their Dream of Home Ownership
The purpose of Veterans Affairs (VA) home loans is to provide a pathway to homeownership for those who have sacrificed so much by serving our nation. For over 75 years, VA home loans have provided millions of veterans and their families the opportunity to purchase their own homes.
VA Loans can be up to 100% financed.
What’s Happening with Home Prices in 2021? What is the Forecast for 2022?
Many people have questions about home prices right now. How much have prices risen over the past 12 months? What’s happening with home values right now? What’s projected for next year? Here’s a look at the answers to all three of these questions.
Happy Thanksgiving 2021! Plus Local Holiday Celebrations
From my home to yours, sending warm wishes your way for a wonderful time this Thanksgiving season with your family, friends and loved ones.
Plus links to local events this weekend which starts off the Holiday Season through Christmas. Check out what’s happening in the Treasure Coast, and Palm Beach County.
The Home Buying Process
This page is being updated and expanded with more local information and tips on property taxes, insurance and mortgage information.
I have added a new page on How Real Estate Taxes are Calculated in Florida – that is the direct link but also read the entire Home Buying Process article. Real Estate taxes on a listing sheet are for the current owner and his situation, it may be close to what you will pay but it could be quite different.
How Much House Can You Afford?
Also visit the Mortgage Finance Center; main page for Mortgage programs, Affordability Worksheets and Calculators.
Market Trends Updates for October, 2021 / November Available December 6, 2021
View the updated Market Trends and Reports for July for various cities in Palm Beach County, St Lucie and Martin Counties. These reports automatically update around the 5th of the month so check back and keep up to date!
Tracking The COVID-19 Curve in Florida by Totals and Also Daily Totals
Here are some charts from John Hopkins University on Tracking the COVID -19 Cases and Deaths by Overall Totals and By Daily Totals. The Charts update daily about 9:00 PM
