Most people these days think about buying Real Estate in Navarre FL when they are ready to start a family and settle down. First time home buyers these days are generally in their mid 30s, compared to those of the previous generation who were in their mid 20s. Gerhard Kotzé, MD of RealNet agency says “it can really pay to get a start in the property market much sooner. In fact, the earlier you begin the journey, the better.” People who start a first job do, of course, have to budget their finances carefully … [Read more...]
4 Tips To Successfully Rent Out Your Home
December 10, 2018 by
Many people consider renting out their homes in Florida. You may want extra income to save some money or pay down debt, popular reasons to rent out a home. There are many possible motives for renting if appropriate considerations aren’t made, it's possible for this plan to become more trouble than it's worth! Here are 4 tips that will get you going in the right direction. Understanding Responsibilities Being a landlord is one more responsibility you'll need to fit into your life, and you’re right to assume … [Read more...]
How To Sell Real Estate During The Holidays
November 9, 2018 by
Wondering how to sell Real Estate in Navarre during the holiday seasons? While putting your house on the market between winter celebrations, work dinners, school vacations, and looming family visits might seem like bad timing, sellers could actually benefit by using these times to strategically show and possibly even sell their place. Why Should I Sell During The Holidays? Many home sellers take a holiday break until the New Year, which could mean that your house may suddenly become a hot commodity on the market! … [Read more...]
Top 5 Traits Of A Good Home Buyer
October 11, 2018 by
Buyers of Navarre Real Estate are making the biggest investment that they will most likely ever make in their entire lives. It can be scary for new buyers to dive into such a big commitment! But don’t worry; Chris Stapleton Realty is here to help you. Many first time home buyers such as millennials put down a minimum payment that they can financially handle and buy their home using an FHA loan. This means that your home is leveraged and you can’t immediately sell it in hopes to make a profit; it’s a long term … [Read more...]
When Is The Best Time To Sell Your Florida Home?
September 12, 2018 by
Most home sellers have one common goal in mind – reaching multiple potential buyers in the local Navarre Real Estate market. Sellers want the process to be easy and simple and not all times of the year are equal when it comes to selling successfully. What Season Is Best? Real estate professionals often suggest selling your property during warmer seasons, spring or summer. During this time relocating is popular among people in the community, school is out and the weather fits for house hunting. In Florida … [Read more...]
3 Benefits of Staging Your Home for a Quick Sale
July 16, 2018 by
When selling a home there are three basic ways it can be presented to the market: completely empty, lived in or staged. The homes that sell the quickest and usually above market value are typically the staged homes. This is something we see frequently in our Navarre Real Estate market. If you’re looking to list your home call us at (850) 939-1099, we specialize in this area. In the meantime, consider the benefits of staging your home. Attractive Staged Homes Are More Likely To Be Shown If you can impress a … [Read more...]
Buying A Home in 2018
June 4, 2018 by
Sellers will remain in the driver's seat this year as buyers continue to face affordability issues due to low housing supply. "The challenges for buyers in the market haven't changed that much from last year" said Keith Gumbinger, Vice President of mortgage website HSH.com. What’s more, home loans are expected to get more expensive as the year progresses. Here's what home buyers and sellers can expect from the housing market during this year: Homes Will Remain In Short Supply The supply of houses will … [Read more...]
Navarre Beach Voted #4 In Best Florida Beach Contest
May 14, 2018 by
From the Gulf of Mexico to the Atlantic Ocean, Florida boasts 825 miles of beautiful beaches, many of which are ranked among the best beaches on the planet! On average, Florida sees 230 days of sunshine a year, making Florida’s beaches hard to resist for people looking for sun, white sand, and beautiful blue seas. A panel of experts partnered with USA TODAY 10Best editors together to pick the initial 20 nominees, and the top 10 winners were determined by popular vote. Navarre Beach was voted #4 in the category … [Read more...]
5 Benefits of Owning a Vacation Home In Florida
April 24, 2018 by
According to Money Magazine, now is the best time to purchase if you’re considering a second home or a vacation home in Navarre! Across the country prices are near or below their 5-year lows. Will prices go lower? It’s impossible to tell, but Stan Humphries, chief economist at Zillow, says, “It’s a fool’s errand to try to time the bottom for both economists and buyers and sellers. If you find a house that you love and want to be in for a long period of time, now is potentially a good time to enter the market.” … [Read more...]
Renting Vs Buying A Home in Navarre FL
February 22, 2018 by
The choice between renting a house and to buy Navarre Real Estate is among the biggest financial decisions that many adults make. Choosing to rent or buy can be very overwhelming. There are plenty of headlines in the news about home ownership. The most popular and beneficial story that has made recent headlines is that mortgage rates are at a historical low! The average 30 year mortgage rate has fallen. What exactly does this mean for a home buyer? Let's look at some of the benefits of renting versus … [Read more...]
