In Florida we put real estate offers in writing…

Over the past few years I have worked with several (OK, more than several) investors from out of state who were looking to capitalize on all the short sale and foreclosure bargains in Brevard County, Florida.

A couple of issues always seem to come up early in the process. In Florida it is not as simple as calling the seller's agent up and saying “how about $140,000 on that listing you have in Viera?”

No, the real estate purchase process involves several steps but the first two are critical:

1. All offers must be in writing.
2. Proof of funds is required.

Sellers, even short sale and foreclosure sellers, will not entertain verbal offers.

Furthermore, if you are serious your written offer will include a proof of funds letter, a mortgage pre-approval or some other tangible proof of your ability to make the purchase.

For information on the short sale process, either as a buyer or seller, call me at 321-693-3850 or email agent@moving2brevard.com.

Gary Waters, Florida licensed real estate agent, Century 21 Baytree Realty, Rockledge, Florida.

Read my blog Observations of a Viera Florida Realtor.

Need a real estate agent in Baytree? Hire me, Hire me!

As per my routine I was reading Internet postings this morning and it occurred to me how many real estate agents in Brevard County, Florida advertise only one way.

It is mostly hire me, hire me!

Choosing a real estate agent in Brevard County, especially if your home is in one of the exclusive communities like Baytree Golf Course, Duran Golf Club or even Heritage Isle, requires you choose an agent who knows your specific neighborhood.

Sure, real estate knowledge is critical but nothing beats local knowledge.

• Need an agent who knows Baytree Golf Course communities, hire me!
• Need an agent who knows Heritage Isle, the 55+ community in Viera, hire me!
• Need a real estate agent who knows the Duran communities, hire me!
  

We (myself and my Associates) are your local experts in Brevard County!

Read my blogs at www.brevard-homes-for-sale.com and www.moving2brevard.blogspot.com.

Gary Waters, Florida licensed real estate agent, Century 21 Baytree Realty, Rockledge, Florida. Email me at agent@moving2brevard.com or call me at 321-693-3850.

Pay attention to interest rates…or you will “Pay!”

As we approach 2010 interest rates are still at relatively attractive rates – historical lows.

The variation in interest rates can have a tremendous impact on your payments. Think of that over impact a 1% interest rate increase can have over the life of your loan.

Point is, the interest rate has an impact on your finances for many years to come!

Gary L. Waters, Florida licensed real estate agent, Century 21 Baytree Realty, Rockledge, Florida serving Florida's Space Coast including the cities and communities of Melbourne, Viera, Rockledge, Suntree, Merritt Island, Cocoa Beach and the surrounding region. Whether your interest lies in a 55+ community such as Heritage Isle, a golf course community such as Baytree National Golf Links or water front, give me a call or email me at agent@moving2brevard.com.

As long as you are talking

I have worked with plenty of buyers of real estate in Brevard County Florida over the past six years and I have found out one thing always works…

as long as you make an offer that is not insanely low, you have the possibility of buying the house you want!

Negotiation skills are important in all real estate transactions.

After all, the purchase of a home is probably the most significant outlay of money that a person may ever make.

[notice I did not say investment…’twas intentional!]

If you are considering buying or selling real estate in Brevard County Florida, let me know…

I know a great real estate professional who is ready to work with you!

©Gary Waters, Florida licensed real estate agent, Century 21 Baytree Realty, Rockledge, Florida. Email me at agent@moving2brevard.com.

Read my blog at www.brevard-homes-for-sale.com.