As a real estate professional with a pulse on the South Florida market, it’s clear that the region is experiencing a significant correction. The number of condo listings in Palm Beach, Broward, and Miami-Dade counties …
It’s Time to Rip the Band-Aid Off and Talk About The Escalating Cost of Condominium Ownership in Florida
Florida has long been a desirable destination for vacationers, retirees, and those seeking a warm climate. Its beautiful beaches, vibrant cities, and diverse culture have contributed to its reputation as a prime location for real …
Improving the Homeownership Experience: Making Housing Affordably Sustainable for ALL
The median price of a home in the United States now exceeding $372,000 Maintaining a home can be costly and time-consuming, and unexpected repairs and maintenance can be a significant financial burden American homeowners have …
Essential Factors to Choosing the Perfect Home for Your Lifestyle
Choosing a home to buy or rent takes a lot of time and energy. There are so many factors to consider and decisions to make that it’s easy to lose sight of the things most …
Millennials Short on Skills, Tools for Home Maintenance
Young adult homeowners admit they know little about home maintenance. As repairs are deferred, homes are beginning to show the effect. Puronics, a company that provides water softener treatment solutions, surveyed more than 1,000 millennials …
25 Silent Signs Your House Is Falling Apart
THEY MAY SEEM LIKE SMALL ISSUES NOW, BUT THEY CAN LEAD TO BIG PROBLEMS—AND PRICEY REPAIRS—DOWN THE LINE. Shutterstock/Andrey_Popov Your house is more than just where you rest your head at night; it's a place …
Natiivo Miami Condo/Hotel Breaks Ground – First Miami Condo Designed for Home-sharing
Natiivo Miami has broken ground and is slated to bring condos, hotel rooms, offices and a plethora of dining and entertainment to downtown Miami. Natiivo’s groundbreaking is the first in Miami for 2021 and will …
5 ways selling your home during COVID-19 can work…
Safety, Safety, Safety  is all I could think about when holding my clients home open for the first open house. A great 4 bedroom and 3 bath that the owner had painstakingly done countertop updates, …
Preparing Your Family & Home For a Hurricane in 2020
Your home is one of your largest investments, so protecting it from natural disasters like tropical storms and hurricanes are probably one of your top priorities. These high wind storms are common occurrences in the …
FINANCIAL RESOURCES for those affected by COVID-19
Dear Neighbors, As the world faces unprecedented challenges related to the COVID-19 pandemic, it’s unsettling to think about business issues when some of our Neighbors may be fighting for their lives or facing financial hardships. …
Best Mortgage Refinance of 2020
If you’re a homeowner looking for ways to lower your monthly expenses, one of the alternatives you may be considering is refinancing your home. Interest rates are very low, and reducing your rate on a …
Join Us – Vylla Home & The Vaughn Real Estate Group
It’s a new day in homeownership We’ve been looking for an agent just like you! Vylla is the first and only homeownership company helping people find, finance, and own their home. The Vaughn Real Estate …
Vaughn Real Estate Pre-Sells Units at Natiivo Miami, Powered by Airbnb
Top Producing Realtor Alex Vaughn of the Vaughn Real Estate Group is currently representing an investor client who has signed pre-construction purchase contracts for multiple units at the new Natiivo Miami, powered by Airbnb. Natiivo …
What Should Buyers Know About Living Under HOAs?
Not all homeowner associations are created equal. Some are well-run by a competent board; others are plagued by infighting and may have costly upcoming repairs. If you’re on a house hunt now, there’s a good …
Five Ways You Can Transform a Home Into a Perfect Vacation Rental
There are plenty of reasons to use your property as a vacation rental. It’s a good way to earn additional income while also maintaining your own place to enjoy when you need a break from …
Garage Organization: Increase the Value of Your Home
Have you ever stepped into your garage, looked around, and walked back inside because it was just too overwhelming? That has happened to me many times when I was given the chore to clean and …
Miami Brickell Condo Market Q3 – 2018 Update
As we move into the Fall of 2018, the overall Miami-Dade County real estate market is in good shape, according to a recent report by the Miami Association of Realtors. The total Miami-Dade County home …
Considering buying your first home or condo? Educate yourself first in the Home Buying Process 101
Helping First Time Home Buyers
For many years you have been renting a place to live and now you have finally made the big decision to buy your first home or condominium. Since you are new to the world of home buying, like many people, you naturally turn to the internet to start browsing for homes, contact a family member/friend that is a Realtor for advice. These are all good starting points for those who know how to utilize these resources. First time home buyers like to be educated so that they can make informed decisions. For those information seekers like you, we have prepared this quick guide on the home buying process.
Welcome to Home Buying Process 101!
Here are 6 key steps that can help you navigate through the home buying process:
Can You Get a Personal Loan for a Down Payment on a House?
When getting a mortgage to buy a house, a homebuyer will need a down payment in most circumstances. And though homebuyers don’t always need 20 percent for a down payment, they will usually be penalized …
Miami’s Brickell Condo Market Q2 – 2018 Update
As we move into Summer 2018, the overall Miami real estate market is in good shape, according to a report by the Miami Association of Realtors. Low housing inventory and rising prices in the majority …