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Should I buy house in Florida with wood decaying fungi (mold)? I want to buy a foreclosed home, but the inspection found wood-decaying fungi (mold) visible damage in several places. I live in Florida. Is it possible to remedy this and at what cost? Is it curable at all?
Is it better to buy a house in California or Florida? My dad is considering buying a house in Florida, near Disney World. We go there often, but I've been thinking about it and would like to get him to consider buying a house in California, Los Angeles or the surrounding areas. We would make it available for people to rent, I would put up a website and make it a vacation home. Which location do you think is the better of the two?! Thanks for your help!!
I want to buy a house in florida, where do I start? Living in the Tampa bay area. Wanting to buy a house Asking for very detailed answers on the steps to buying a house
Can a canadian citizen buy a house in Florida, live retired and open a homebased business? Do you know any links that help with the legal part, taxes and real estate in Florida. Do you still pay taxes in Canada if you live in US.
I want to buy an investment house in Florida, will a bank finance to me? I live in Hawaii and I want to buy a house in Southwest Florida. I can put $20,000 down and will need about $35,000 more. I can use that house as collateral. Will the bank lend me $35,000 @ 6% or less interest?
please help i live in new york but want to buy a house in Florida.Can anyone tell me how much(roughly) a 3BR? 1-2 bath house will cost.I don't want a fixer-upper but it does not need to be a palace just a nice house.Being specific maybe the St. petersburg/clearwater area.
where is a good cheap place to buy a house in florida? im looking for somewhere close to the beach in a decent neighborhood thats not too expensive. my budget is 150,000.and i dont know florida so i need some help.
Is it difficult to buy a house in Florida right now? I know the housing market has declined.....? And I've been looking at real estate in Central Florida, and am asking advice on good and bad locations, better schools, etc. and where's the best bang for my buck for around 80K in a 3 bed, and if lending is still tight there. Thanks! I have a 20K down payment and not real great credit, but not really bad, just not much of it.
Buying a house in Florida... to buy or not to buy? Taxes, Insurance... HELP!? My husband and I are are tired of renting, however we want to find a house that we absolutely adore especially since the market is the way it is... we have lots to choose from. We can't spend a lot, and would like to buy a first house for an investment and to start our family. Any suggestions for first time home buyers? What are the taxes and insurance like? We are hoping to find somewhere by the end of this year. We live in Pinellas county. Is it even a good time to buy? Any advice is appreciated!!!
I have bad credit and I need a personal loan for $10,000 to buy a house in Florida? I want to purchase a Florida home for $50,000. I got $40,000 and I need to borrow $10,000. Is this possible if I have bad credit?
I need to sell my house fast any company that will buy NOW! FLORIDA 60miles from Orlando? Its needs a little TLC. Appraised at 160,000. (3 weeks ago) If you do a few of the repairs you could get 180,000 + in this market. Just wait a few months i bet you could get so much more. I want to get 130,000 Firm. Any companies that buy houses and Flip them when the markets gets better. This is a deal. No Realtor. BUY OWNER on April 27,2008. Close to leesburg and the villiages Hi, Could you give me your e-mail and I will send you the information. Mine is itsmekatiebeth@yahoo.com 1792 sq ft 3 bedroom 2 bath 3 porches new roof 2005. 60 miles from orlando 60 miles from gainesville. 5 mins from the villages. Town : fruitland park. 2 car garage foyer huge dinning room living room den 3 extra closets
Should I buy a house in South Florida right now? Apartment or house? Which one? I just transferred here in Coral Springs, Florida.
itin loan to buy a house in florida? looking for itin loan in florida to buy a house for 50.000,00 have some money for down payment .......any information will help
how do i buy a house in miramar, florida? I'm new here so am looking for a house near my school (Le Cordon Bleu). What should i look out for and how should i go about choosing and buying?
Apartment Complex Lease and Buying a House (Florida)? I live in Florida and am currently in a lease with an apartment complex until August. However, I am trying to buy a house right now. The apartment wants to charge me $1000 to terminate my lease early. Is there any laws or ways around this?
How much will it cost to build or buy a house on the beach in Clearwater, Florida? Ok I am thinking about possibly building or buying a house directly on the beach in clearwater, Florida. I want a house with about 3 bedrooms and 2 bath. It doesn't have to be 2 story. how much will it be to buy? how much will it be to build?
id like to buy a house in florida (im a florida resident) in my name only although i am married.? i do not want my husbands signature on any loans or deeds, etc. is there any way to do this?
what should I know as canadian planning to buy a small house in Florida for winter use (tax issues or any fees? planning to buy a small house in FL close to a beach for winter time. What should I know before jumping in and buy - any hidden fees to the US government, do I need a visa & what else should I consider? would the property tax be higher for me as a canadian compared to a US citizen?
Is this a good market to buy a house or apartment in Florida? And if the answer is Yes, where in Florida?
Where should I buy a vacation house in Florida? I'm from the Northeast and am considering buying a vacation home in Florida. I'd like to stay south of Tampa on the West and Palm Bay on the East. Any suggestions? Looking for relaxation, sun, the ocean, and nice restaurants, and low crime.
Which is a good subdivision in TAMPA and ORLANDO Florida? I want to buy a house/Condo? Dear friends I am looking for a Condo / House in Tampa or Orlando. Investment Property. Price range in 150k - 175k and not more than 5 years old construction. Which subdivision I should look for ? Please advise.
Is it illegal in Florida to buy & sell houses for a profit without a real estate license? Is it illegal in Florida to sign a contract to buy a house, then sell the contract to somebody else if you don't have a real estate license? What about if you buy a house, not to live in, but to quickly resell? If so, please elaborate. Thank you!
House buying process in Florida+ closing cost? Can please anybody who recently bought house in Florida give me answers to some questions. We are buying a single family house as an investment property for $80,000. We would like to know how much we need to put a down payment when it is being purchased as an investment property. What is approximate closing fee, and what are the interest rates when my middle credit score is 770. And how long does it take to close it. Thank you for your responses.
I live in Hawaii and I'm planning on buying a house in Florida to rent out, is this a good idea? The house I'm planning to buy cost $55,000 and is currently being rented for $700 a month. I don't have $55,000 cash. I can put $20,000 and get a mortgage for the remaining $35,000. Is this a good idea and is it possible to do this? I'm gonna continue to live in Hawaii while I have the property management rent my Florida home.
Is there any way to buy a house and florida and they buy mine in ohio? I live in Ohio, I have a house that I bought for $160,000, currently owe $153,000. I want to move to Ocala, Florida and would like to own a house there around $80,000... Is there companies that will sell me a Florida house that is around 80k and buy mine from me for 153k? If so please point me in the right direction, thanks. Let me clarify that I live in West Chester, Ohio in a very nice area, which was ranked #32 in Money Magazine's Top 100 places to live in America. Also I am not talking about swapping with a person, I am asking if there is like Mortgage companies that possibly have a forclosure or something in Ocala they would trade for mine...
Is there extra property to own a house in florida? I want to buy a house in Florida and I live in Canada. My real estates say there is no extra taxes. Is this true? I do not want any surprises. I have contacted the County but have not heard from them yet.
How can a Canadian buy a house in USA? As a Canadian Citizen/Residence, I would like to find out how to buy an Vacation House/Condo in Florida. When buying, what Fee/Cost/Taxes should I expect (Assume that I want to borrow less than 20% of the house price or no mortgage)? When I sell it in the future, what Fee/Cost/Taxes should I expect (assume I made money out of the capital)? Thanks Andy
who chooses the title and closing companies when purchasing a house in Florida: the seller or the buyer? A canadian friend wants to buy a house in Florida but an agent told him that in Florida the seller is who chooses the title and closing companies, not the buyer.
WHAT ARE GUILDELINES THAT WILL SHOW ME THE BEST WAY TO BUY A HOUSE IN FLORIDA(EXCLUDING MIAMI) REALLY CHEAP? I AM VERY WILLING TO CONSIDER A FIXER UPPER. I PREFER A SINGLE FAMILY HOUSE IN A GOOD NEIGHBORHOOD WITH GOOD SCHOOLS. I'M IN NO RUSH, GETTING A GREAT DEAL IS THE IMPORTANT ISSUE. THANKS
Should I buy a second house in Florida or pay off my mortgage? I made 25,000 from selling a property.Should I use that for a down payment for a beach bungalow that costs only $80,000 or pay off my mortgage of only $70,000?
About buy a house in Florida? Hello Everyone I just need some help. My plan for this year its for me to buy a house,but before i do i wanna what to look for. Because i don't wanna get in to something that's would be to much for me. i want 4 bedroom , 2 bath ,and a big space under $120,000.00. Is that possible.......help please . And if your can help me look for that house i be so happy. I'm in florida so i wanna find that house in coral springs close to my families. Help make my dream come true please.....God would pay you back. Thank you for everyone help.
How to buy a house in FL if i have a pre-nuptial in my country? I'm a green card holder (permanent resident). I married in my country in 2008 and signed a pre-nuptial. My wife is in my country waiting an immigrant visa. I want to buy a house in Florida. Is my pre-nuptial signed in my country valid in US? what can i do to buy the house in my name alone.
Breaking a Florida Lease to buy a house.? We have found a great house in Florida during the current low housing market. We have recently renewed our lease until November. I called the actual home owner and contacted the property management company with no help what so ever. I have always paid on time and kept the house very clean and presentable. It will be spotless when I leave. Any suggestions to try to get out of this lease? they are holding me responsible for the balance of the lease and I have to keep electric on for the pool pump. I have been very fair and up front with them about the entire situation and they don't seem to want to budge to help. Help please.
can i buy a house with ssi and social security disability benefits? i have a decent credit, plus i receive $650 monthly from ssi and social security disability insurance.....can i buy a house in florida with this income and decent credit, i do not own any money, single and no kids.........
How can I transfer the title from my Florida house to my LLC in Florida? I bought the house in Florida and the mortgage is in my name . I have created a LLC to protect myself. What is the process of transferring title? Do I have to inform the title company?
Want to buy a house in Zephyrhills, Florida area, $70,000.oo? Looking for a house,(Not a mobile home, or camper), with a sound foundation, will make small repairs where needed. Also would like the lot large enough to park a 35 ft. camper on. Prefer white or mixed race area. Thank you.
why should i buy a house in florida and if not, why? im planning on moving in with my best mates and we were wondering if florida would be the right spot, we have good jobs and we earn alot. there are 6 of us (3 guys, 3 girls) we are debt free. we have $660,000 and we would like to purchase a 6 bedroom house, dyu think this is a good idea? we all work and earn around 40k per annum. we all pay our individual taxes and we share money for bills etc, we have plenty of money left over per week (i wanna know financially, dont tell me living with my best friends is a bad idea because we might break up) feedback will be appreciated note: my friends use this yahoo aswell (a bit), so no point going through the previous questions i have asked, it bares no relevence
Want to buy a house in Jacksonville , FL Florida? I have seen good prices for areas like Springfield, College Park and Paxon. How are those areas? IF they are bad, can you define bad please? I used to live in a drug driven area, and lots of reports of stolen cars but it wasn't that bad, there were no drive by's or rapes or petty thefts. Thanks for all the info and for reading this!!
is it wise to buy a house now in naples florida? im looking to buy a house and im 24 years old the house im looking at is located in crown pointe off of Davis BLVD its going for $420,000
how big can i get a house in florida with this amount of money? i have $ 600, 000 to buy a house in florida if i offered some one that money for a house how big of a house could i get?
I want to buy a house in Florida? I was wondering if any British people had any experience with buying a property in Florida or Canada as a 2nd option. We would like to know the process, the costs involved, do you do holiday lets or get a tenant in? Which estate agents would you recommend to use? Or alternatively, are there any internet sites which you can recommend we use? The purchase would be cash, so no hassle with banks etc. If anyone can help, ideally someone with the experience would be great! You can answer on here or email me at kayro_2003@yahoo.com.
If you buy a house in Florida, and then don't purchase some type of insurance? in case it gets destroyed by flooding, and/or a hurricane or some other type of natural disaster, is it safe to say that you are not intelligent? How about I will go buy a giant mansion in the middle of Kansas, and then when it gets sucked up by a tornado, the government can pay to build me a new one... In fact, YOU are paying for me to get a new one becuase FEMA is paid for by tax dollars. Tracy, that is exactly the point I am making. The government IS NOT responsible for someone's private property. The owner is. Tracy, that is exactly the point I am making. The government IS NOT responsible for someone's private property. The owner is.
How can people afford to buy houses in FL? I am a teacher and I live in FL. ofcourse Im not even close to buying a house but the other day I was passing by and seeing that old tiny houses from the 1970's and the price was $ 350,000! I saw a tiny one from the year 1990 and it was 450,000. They say its a buyers market but I just wonder how people afford to buy these amazing new huge houses. What do they work in???? Could I ever afford to buy a house in Florida?
if you are a florida resident and you buy a house in georgia, will you get a tax benifit credit of 8000? if you buying a house in georgia, and you are a resident of florida, and if you a re a first house buyer, will you get a tax credit benifit
Who pays last years taxes when I buy a house.? I am buying a house in Florida here this month. Who pays 2009 taxes on the house? Please provide sources if possible. Thanks.
Where is a great place for a 30 year old professional to buy a house in Florida? I am a single, 30 year old professional, single, straight male who is looking to relocate out of CA (since I have to rent here) I don't want to spend more than $200,000 on a house (preferably less) and would like to be in a house, not a condo, the closer to the beach the better. I have a dog, so having some yard space is nice as well. Being close or having access to an area with nightlife and a younger crowd would be nice as well. Thanks in advance for any advice! I should add I can work from anywhere (I work out of my house)
Has anyone in Florida with a poor credit score bought a house? I see nice affordable homes for 30,000 and up and would love to own my own home. Has anyone was able to receive a morgage loan with poor credit , and if so what were the steps that you had took to do so?
Question on where to buy an house L.A or Florida? I've been thinking about it for a while now and have decided to buy a holiday home in America (I'm from the UK) and was just wondering which would be a better place, which will have the best weather, nicest place to live and have lots of things to do? I know LA has a major gang problem, but i would be buying in the nicer end of town, so is it still a problem? Any input from expats would be most appreciated. Also how did you find the locals acted toward you, were they welcoming etc? Thanks
i am british and live in the uk. if i buy a house in the US how long can i spend there per year? if i bought a house in Florida how long could i stay there? would i be able to live there once retired? many thanks for all answers :o)
How do I buy a house thats in a different state? I have watched the show House Hunters and see people who live in a different state buy a house in another state. I live in Florida now, but will buy a house in Chicago. I don't want to have to quit my job in Florida that I have had for the two years , to qualify for financing and have to look for another job in Chicago. Where do I look for a mortgage company at, Chicago or Florida, or does it matter? And what about the lawyers and title company, should I get one in Chicago or Florida?
can a non resident buy a house in the US? im trying to find out if i can buy a house in florida if i am a non resident? any info will be appreciated
Is buying homes in florida smart to rent out? I am rather young but I am looking to the future more and more rapidly. I have been looking at houses for sale in Florida and it is CRAZY how low some of the prices are on them. Basically what I am trying to ask or get everybodys opinion on is if you think it is smart to buy multiple homes in a place like florida and just rent it out. Or if there was something else that you would take advantage of with the housing market so low.
I getting ready to buy a central air condition unit for my house in south florida. My measurement are 1632 Sq.? Measurement is 1632 Sq.Ft of A/C area for the house. How much BTU do I need.
Whos Interested in the Florida House from (Tlc Please buy my house)? whos interested?i am its awesome i feel bad for the couple
whats the safest town in florida to buy an affordable family vacation house? We live in the eastcoast and planning to have a vacation home there (may stay there for about 3-4 times a year with our 2 kids.) Something affordable between 3-4 bedrooms with a pool.
how one can take advantage to buy house from short sale? as Timothy geythner declared they going to force banks to do short sales to get rid of houses instead of going to foreclosure what kind of situation is there to purchase single house in florida how long it takes now for the procedure and whom do you go to buy those houses.Thanks.
if i'm a uk citizen and i buy a house in the usa(florida)? if i'm a uk citizen and i buy a house in the usa(florida) how long can i stay there for each year because i heard its 6 months
When I buy a house in construction by the builder they have to write the delivering time on the agreement? (I'm buying a house in Florida) First of all, I want to thank you for all anwers. I have not sign the agreement yet, I know that is imbossible to have a specific date for the delivery but I need an extimate time to get money from my bank. My house is bilding by a big company, so I trust them. (tha house is in Orlando, so I hope there will be no hurricane in that area!! Anyway we have an insurance for that)
"In Florida, can U transfer 'save our homes' property tax break when buying new house if not selling old one? I bought my house in 2002, now I'm moving to another house (also in Florida but a different county). I have the 'save our homes' tax break on the first house. Can I transfer it to the second house even though I am not selling the first house? (I am planning to use the first house as a rental property). What is the best thing to do in this situation to minimize taxes?
Thinking about buying a house or condo in Florida and not sure what to due first? I currently live in New England and want to buy a house or condo in Florida as a second home. I currently rent where I am and have never owned a house so, I am not sure what to do. Before I even start looking online at places in Florida, should I apply for a loan with a mortgage company first and then if I am approved, start looking for a place?
Is there any restriction or rules for foreigner to buy a residential property in Florida? My husband and myself are both residing in Germany and we plan to spend our retirement in Florida, maybe we will stay about 6 months in USA and the other 6 months in Germany. We wish to buy a house in the area of Florida, Orlanda and have no idea how we could do that and if special permission is required by the authority to live in Florida. Can someone help us on this question.
Will buying a larger house in Florida protect my mother's assets from Medicaid? My mother owns a house in Florida free-and-clear. When my father passed last August, my mother became sole owner of the house (she is also on the title). My mother/father have two sons: me (the youngest) and my brother (who is mentally retarded--he is qualified with Social Security as disabled). Both sons are adults. My father left me the bulk of his assets (the majority being the funds within his brokerage account) in order to assist me with the care of my retarded brother in the future. My mother is okay financially thanks to an annuity and social security. Thing is, I want to preserve these brokerage funds for the future. What if my mom ends up in a nursing home? To protect these assets, I want to gift the brokerage account funds to my mother. Then, my mother wants to sell her house and parlay the resulting funds into a new, larger house. She would also then apply the gifted brokerage account funds that I give her towards the new house. Will this protect our assets?
I make $18.76 an hour.Can I afford to buy a house in Tampa Florida? Single,have 10K in Roth Ira I can tap if needed for down payment plus there is a tax credit of 8K available to 1st time home buyers like me.
Do I have a law suit if the person we bought our house from didn't disclose a sink hole nest door?. Florida. We live in Spring Hill, Florida. We bought the house a little over a year ago and now we have a sink hole. The house next door to us has had a sink hole.
im buying a house in florida and need to break lease where i rent. are there any loopholes in lease to save me landlady didnt write new lease when we renewed, just changed the date and we both signed original lease from last yr. Number 22 on lease specifically states "a new lease is required for each year." Is this a loophole that will save me from having to pay for each month from now until next April?
what is the florida statue for breaking a lease after buying a house? I lesed a room from a friend and signed a contract. 2 months ater she decieds that its just too much to handle so she asked if we can find some where else to live. I decided to buy a house and she and the other roomate can live together. I got my house within a month ad they could not find anything. now she says that i stil owe her for rent. what should I do I heard there is a Florida statue related to breakinging a lease automatically of purchasing a house. She did not give us anything in writing stating that we were finding another place of residence. do I have a case or should I give her the money?
My fiance and I are looking to buy a house, we are afraid to buy a house that contain China Dry Wall.? There is any State or Municipal Organization that might help us on this matter? How can we find it out? We are looking to buy a house in South Florida, specifically in Fort Lauderdale area. Thanks in Advance
Is it illegal to buy a slot machine in Florida for you house - for your own personal use.? Is it illegal to own a slot machine in florida for your own personal use.
Breaking your lease in Florida if buying a house.? My husband and I are looking into buying a house. We've been told by different people that if you have proof of buying a house you can break your lease without penalty. Does anyone know the laws about this? Thanks!
Florida oceanfront properties; is it time to buy? I'm looking to buy a small single family house in florida on some beach or oceanfront. My budget is 100K max and I'm looking for something around 2Br house. Is it possible ? Which area is cheapest for oceanfront houses ? Where should I start to look?
What can I do with property that I bought in Florida that is worth alot less than it is mortgaged for? I bought 3 houses in Florida. Now it is threatening the house I own in New York. (my residence) What if I stopped paying the mortgages in Fl. Could they come after my house in NY?
I am selling my house in Florida,whoever buys it is going to pay alot in property taxes? so what I want to do,is sell them a junk car for the price I want for the house,,,then give them the house,I called my congerssman and was told there are no laws on the books for this.......that way the buyer won't have to pay high property taxes
Should I buy it or stick to renting a house? Me and my boyfriend are looking into buying a house but the house prices in south florida are amazing. A 2bd/2ba condo for $250k is the best we found! How can I get it with not much down, not enough credit ?? p.s. We are first time home buyers.
buying a house in florida? We are renting in Virginia for next two years and thinking of buying a house in Florida since the market is right. Florida is our homestate and we are in the military. Can we buy a house in another state as a first time home buyer? we are not going to rent it but spend the holidays and summers there for now. Or is it has to be bought as investment property? thanks!
When is it gonna be the best time to buy a house in miami dade county (Florida)? Do you think the prices will go down on the first months of 2009>?
When will be the best time to BUY in the housing market in South Florida? Years? We have the money now, but we think prices are going lower due to all the foreclosures and the glut of houses on the market. Would it be wise to wait another couple of years? I'd love to hear your opinions. (We are talking about the Miami/Hollywood/Ft.Lauderdale metro area in South Florida).
I want to buy my first house but my credit isnt to well? My credit isnt that good. I live in south florida and the house prices have gone up recently. The average house is $250,00. I dont want a mortgage over $1300 and i dont havem money for a deposit. what should i do?
i am getting a divorce we both want the house will i have to buy him out we have kids i live in florida? we have 2 teenage boys i want the kids and the house i cant afford to buy him out we live in florida can i keep the house without having to buy him out?
Can I buy a house? First Time Home Buyer in Florida? I am 22 and living with my folks and looking into purchasing a home/townhouse. The problem is I would be going into with a 30k salary and 12k for a down payment living in West Palm Beach Florida. I want to know if i can afford to buy or would it be better to find something that is "rent to own." Also, what price range could i afford. If anyone could let me know of a good mortgage group or suggestions that would be great. I am a first time home buyer. Thank you.
Should I wait to buy a house or buy now? I need about 30K for 20% down payment a 300K house. I live in a townhome now that will be very difficult to sell in Florida due to the market (and I have no equity in the townhome). I see some great deals on houses now but I will need about 3 years to save 30K. I am afraid by then, these deal will be gone and then prices will be high again. Should I rent my townhome now (I will have to pay about 300 month to meet the rent roll) and buy a home today (but I will only have 10% to put down) and sell my townhome in a few years when the market is better or just wait until I have the full 20% and sell my townhome and buy a house in 3 years and risk loosing a great deal today??? The townhome is very small and I will need to get a home soon.
Option To Buy A House Reimburstment? I made a business to buy a house in Florida. I agreed to buy the house in one year (to be completed this July). It had been discovered that the site was used to explode jeeps by the army and there is a class suit from the owners against the army for that purpose. The value of the houses had declined in more than half. Someone told me that if I jump from the business now because of this I will be entitled to get my money back. What do you think about this? Thank you
Can we have a family member who lives in florida buy us disney world tickets? We have a cousin living in florida and we were thinking of having him buy us tickets to save some money and i was wondering after tickets are purchased do they check id cards for residency at the gate? We would have the tickets mailed to his house with our names on them.
how does one declare residency in the state of florida for tax purposes? Do you have to live in the State of Florida for a certain number of days out of the year in order to be considered a resident of the state or do you just have to buy a house in Florida and declare it as your primary residence?
Do any one want to buy a very nice house with pool in Southwest Florida? to the last person to respond you email is not correct please resubmit
What can legally be done to remove previous owners from a house after they have sold it and wont leave? My sister bought a house in Florida and the previous owners will not move out. What can she do to get them out of her house?
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