If you sold your home in 2019, you might be able to snag a few tax benefits – but as always, you should talk to a tax professional to be sure. Sold Your Home in 2019? Check Out These Potential Tax Deductions Selling costs Home improvements and repairs Property taxes Mortgage interest Here’s a closer […]
How Long Can a Seller Wait Before Responding to an Offer?
Let’s say you fall in love with a home and rush to the real estate office to make an offer. And then you wait. And wait. And wait. It can be pretty frustrating – and it might make you want to pick up the phone and call the seller to see what’s up. So just […]
3 Things to Ask at an Open House
If you’re buying a farm, equestrian property with a house, or any other home in Lake City, you may be out attending open houses. There are a few questions you should ask at each open house you go to – that way, you can really uncover the truth about each home you visit (and make […]
How Can You Tell if a Seller is Hiding Something?
When you’re buying a farmhouse or any other property in North Florida, you’ll tour plenty of places – but how can you tell if a seller is hiding something just to make a sale? Here’s what you need to know. How Can You Tell if a Seller is Hiding Something? There are a few things […]
Can Sellers Back Out of a Real Estate Transaction?
Picture this: You’re incredibly excited because the offer you made on your dream home was accepted – but then, the seller yanks the proverbial rug out from under you and backs out of the deal. Is that legal? Can sellers really do that? Yes – they can. Here are five times a seller can back […]
What is a Stratified Real Estate Market?
If you’re buying or selling a home in Lake City this year, you’re probably already familiar with the terms buyer’s market and seller’s market. But what is a stratified market? Here’s what you need to know. What is a Stratified Real Estate Market? A stratified real estate market is an area that’s neither a buyer’s […]
Prepping for a Recession: Tips for Homeowners
While the economy is doing fine right now, it wasn’t that long ago that we experienced a tremendously difficult time – we were in a huge recession. Now, though, there are things you can do to prepare… just in case. Prepping for a Recession: Tips for Homeowners As a homeowner, you’re in a unique position. […]
Should You Offer a Discount When You Sell an Outdated Home?
If you’re like most people selling a home in North Florida – whether it’s on a farm or an equestrian property or it’s in a subdivision, you know you need it to look its best. But what if you don’t have the cash on-hand for updates? Should you offer a discount when you sell an […]
Should You Perform a Web Soil Survey?
Whether you’re a new farmer, or you’ve been farming for years, a Web Soil Survey (WSS) allows you to obtain a wealth of information about a property that you may be considering buying, renting, or looking to manage more efficiently. What Is a WSS? The WSS is a web application that’s operated by the USDA […]
Can Shade Hurt Your Crops?
Hills, trees, and buildings can cause shade along the edges of your vegetable production fields and spell disaster for your crops. Shade problems that may not be so noticeable during the summer months can become more apparent as the year draws on because the sun sits lower in the sky. Slowed Growth and Reduced Yield […]
