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Escape the Snowbirds: Undiscovered Gems in Southeast Florida for Year-Round Paradise
Southeast Florida is a popular destination for tourists and retirees from all over the world, especially during the winter months....
Carl Bostic
1 day ago2 min read
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Florida's Insurance Crisis: How It's Crushing Homebuyers (And What You Can Do About It)
Southeast Florida's real estate market is sizzling, but a dark cloud hangs over the sunshine: the escalating insurance crisis. For...
Carl Bostic
Mar 172 min read
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Uncovering the Potential: Transforming Newly Constructed Homes into Long-Term Rental Properties
Investing in real estate has always been recognized as a solid way to build wealth and ensure financial stability. Recently, buying newly...
Carl Bostic
Mar 125 min read
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Interest Rates: Your Home Buying Weather Report
Alright, let's chat about interest rates, okay? And let's keep it super chill and encouraging, because, hey, we all want that dream home,...
Carl Bostic
Feb 252 min read
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Florida Housing Market: Is the Party Finally Over? (And Can We Afford a House Now?)
Hold onto your hats, folks, because the Florida housing market might be taking a breather! After years of skyrocketing prices that made...
Carl Bostic
Feb 192 min read
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So, You Think You Can Ditch the REALTOR® After the NAR Settlement? Think Again (Or, How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love the Paperwork).
Okay, so last year the real estate world just got a tiny  bit more transparent (finally!). You're thinking, "Sweet! I can totally...
Carl Bostic
Feb 132 min read
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Protecting Your Florida Home from Floods: A Guide to Flood Insurance
Flooding is the most common and costly natural disaster in the United States, and Florida's unique geography and weather patterns make it...
Carl Bostic
Feb 123 min read
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Homebuyers: Prepare to be Scammed (But Hopefully Not Too Hard)
So, you're dreaming of that white picket fence, a cozy fireplace, and maybe even a slightly creepy basement? Well, hold on to your dream...
Carl Bostic
Feb 122 min read
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South Florida's Housing Market: A Wild Ride in 2025!
Hey there, fellow Floridians and anyone dreaming of sunshine and beaches! Let's dive into the fascinating world of South Florida's...
Carl Bostic
Feb 102 min read
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Beyond the Welcome Mat: The Top 5 Things to Do After Closing on Your New Home
Closing on your new home is a momentous occasion, a thrilling culmination of hard work, patience, and a whole lot of paperwork. But...
Carl Bostic
Feb 13 min read
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Home Inspection Horror Stories: How to Avoid Getting Scammed
Have you ever heard of someone getting ripped off during a home inspection? Â It happens more often than you might think. People are...
Carl Bostic
Dec 9, 20242 min read
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Lockout Clauses: A Double-Edged Sword in Real Estate
Lockout clauses are a common tool in real estate contracts, designed to protect the interests of both buyers and sellers. However, like...
Carl Bostic
Dec 6, 20242 min read
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Selling Your Florida Home: A Winter Wonderland or a Frosty Nightmare?
So, you're thinking about selling your Florida home during the winter months – November, December, and January. Let's dive right in,...
Carl Bostic
Dec 4, 20242 min read
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Escaping the Timeshare Trap: A Comprehensive Guide
Timeshares, once a popular vacation investment, have often proven to be a financial burden for many. The high-pressure sales tactics,...
Carl Bostic
Nov 14, 20243 min read
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Election Season: When Your Home's Value Plays Political Musical Chair
If you think South Florida real estate is just about sunshine, beaches, and spotting iguanas on your patio, think again. Election seasons...
Carl Bostic
Nov 4, 20243 min read
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Beware the REIT Mirage: A Comprehensive Guide to Navigating Real Estate Investment Trust Scams
Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) offer a unique way to invest in real estate without the hassle of property ownership. They provide...
Carl Bostic
Nov 4, 20242 min read
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Your No-Nonsense Guide to Section 8 Housing: Because Everyone Deserves a Home!
Look, we all know the housing market is about as friendly as a hangry cat right now. That's where Section 8 comes in - it's basically the...
Carl Bostic
Nov 3, 20242 min read
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The Rise of Fake IC3 Sites: Understanding and Avoiding Digital Deception in Real Estate
The Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3) is a valuable resource for reporting cybercrime, including the growing scourge of real estate...
Carl Bostic
Oct 30, 20243 min read
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Don't Let Your Dream Home Slip Through Your Fingers: The Growing Threat of Seller Impersonation Fraud
Imagine this: you own a beautiful home, maybe a vacation house or a piece of land you've been saving for years. One day, you discover...
Carl Bostic
Oct 27, 20242 min read
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New Home, New Warranty: Your Guide to Florida Builder Warranties
Hey there, proud owner of a brand-spanking-new Florida home! Before you start planning where to put your flamingo lawn ornaments, let's...
Carl Bostic
Oct 17, 20244 min read
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