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Common questions from the international buyer
Will I be taxed at a higher rate because I am not a US citizen?
It is often a misconception of foreign nationals interested in purchasing a home, condo, or vacant land in Cape Coral FL that they will be forced to pay a higher tax rate because of their lack of citizenship. The answer simply is NO. U.S. citizens and foreign nationals are taxed with the exact same guidelines in regards to property tax. Taxes are based on the millage rate set forth by our local government and can change from year to year. Contact your CPA for more info.
I plan to rent my investment property, what type of home will attract that type of cliental, and how much of the year will it be rented?
We find homes that are most appealing to seasonal renters are homes that encompass the Florida resort lifestyle; pool, water view with or without gulf access, upgraded and spacious with a functional floor plan. The season in Cape Coral is from October –April. Rental prices varying during those months, but you can count on much of that time being occupied.
What will it cost to maintain my property when I am not there?
Often home owners will decide to employ a property management company to take care of everything. From securing renters to making certain the home is properly maintained. The charge for an annual rental is around 8-10% of the monthly rental and seasonal rentals range from 15-25%. If you plan to manage the property yourself here is what you can expect:
Lawn maintenance / $75-$100 per month.
Pool maintenance/ $60-$80 per month
Utilities/vary- ask us about the difference in City water and Well water homes.
Alarm system or home watch company/ $50-$150 per month
House keeper /they typically work on an hourly basis/ $20 and up and are usually paid by the renter
Costs associated with marketing your property varies depending on the amount of exposure you desire. A do-it-yourself advertising campaign can become very costly. Check with a rental agent to see what is included in their fees.
What is an AS-IS purchase and sale contract?
An AS-IS purchase and sale contract is the most commonly used in the real estate profession. Often buyers associate this type of contract with short sales and foreclosures. It is in no way limited to those types of transactions. It is also not an indication that there are major issues or an abundance of repairs needed. It simply gives the buyer upfront knowledge that may save time for all parties. An AS-IS contract tells the buyer that the seller will not make any repairs; you are buying the property just as it is, with your right to inspect. If at any time the inspection reveals something you aren’t comfortable with you have the right to move on, buy the property, or reexamine the offered amount. At the end of the day everything is negotiable.
International buyers Cape Coral, FL
| International buyers from all over the world are investing in Cape Coral real estate. We have met with international buyers from Canada, Germany, Switzerland, Italy, Austria, France, England, Spain, and Australia to name a few. These international buyers are taking advantage of the investment opportunities here in Cape Coral. We have luxury waterfront homes, more modest off water homes, even condos available at rock bottom prices. With values so low the inventory moves quickly with a constant flow of new properties hitting the market daily in Cape Coral, FL.
If you are an international buyer we’d love to assist you with your Cape Coral real estate investment. Our real estate buyer’s agents have experience with international buyers and can guide you through the process making it as smooth as possible. Whether you’ve invested here already or have just started to research our area we are here to help. Single family homes in move-in condition can now be purchased for less than 152,442.34 EUR or 198,202 CAD and fabulous Gulf Access homes can now be purchased starting well under 381,093.79 EUR or 495,505 CAD. The prices are starting to trend upward, if you are considering a new home in Cape Coral, FL now is a great time. |
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CAPE CORAL REAL ESTATE LISTING EXPIRED?
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Did your listing agreement for your Cape Coral or Ft. Myers property expire last week? Do you still need help to sell your property?
I ask because today I received several phone calls & emails from Fort Myers & Cape Coral homeowners asking for help. For one reason or another some homes are not selling while others are selling quickly and at a fair price. There is a good reason your home did not sell and I am sure you want to know why!
Yesterday I had a gentleman call me and ask if I could sell his home for him. He has had it listed for 6 months and only 2 showings. After about 30 minutes we hung up and agreed to meet tomorrow for coffee and discuss his options. Naturally I started researching the property and found why it had not sold almost instantly. The problem was not price
This is a lovely home in a gated community on a golf course. The agent only had 4 photos of the Golf Course property. They used the photos from our property appraiser’s website. This consists of one front photo (with a truck in the driveway & garage door opened) and an aerial photo showing the roof. Two photos of the living room with the television on and him sitting in the chair drinking a glass of Iced Tea. Are you kidding me? And the agent probably said they don’t know why it didn’t sell. Well I do! To top that off there were about 2 lines of description in the MLS. Basically, “Look, here is a Golf Course house for sale, you wanna buy it?”. I’m guessing that this property can NOT be found on any real estate search websites either( I checked and it is not). It is truly sad. The seller should have known about this. The listing agent should have known better.
Why didn’t they try everything to sell your property? Did they think they’d get the buyer themselves & didn’t want to ‘share’ their commission? Did they just not know any better? OR Were they just lazy?
The good news for this seller is that he found us. We specialize in getting properties sold. I don’t take listings just to increase my inventory. I take listings to SELL them. We help traditional sellers compete with the bank owned and short sale listings. Your house must STAND OUT.
We also handle bank owned and short sale listings in Cape Coral and Ft. Myers. Sometimes short sales take a little longer to sell but we still market them just as well as any other listing! We use multiple photos, a great description, video, national advertising, virtual tours, and many other online marketing tools we have developed! How could you not? And how could you not expect your agent to at least take multiple photos? Some real estate websites even allow up to 20-30 photos per listing. Think of the possibilities. Most MLSs allow for at least 20 photos. We make use of those available spots.
BUYERS WANT TO SEE PHOTOS – AND LOTS OF THEM. Buyers often even ask me to exclude any listings that do not have multiple photos. There are just too many ‘unknowns’ for them to deal with. Over 90% of buyers begin their search for a new home online. This means that YOUR LISTING must look appealing to them. The internet may not ‘sell’ your house but it will get it on their ‘list’ of prospective properties to view. Video tours are also important. This will weed out the tire kickers and get INTERESTED buyers through the door.
Finally, if you have not checked to see how your listing appears in the local MLS or on national & international websites PLEASE go check. If your agent is not doing their best to show your house in the best light then let them know. Give them the opportunity to FIX it or hire a new real estate agent.
And most importantly, if you have property that you need to sell in Cape Coral or Ft. Myers, Florida please give me a call. We will give you the REAL market value of your home & market your property to its full potential.
Your time is valuable and selling your house is important to you. It shouldn’t be something you have to stress about after you hire a real estate professional! That’s OUR responsibility!
What do they say about employers? They should HIRE SLOW & FIRE FAST….so should YOU. Do your research! Ask Questions! Call us! 239-542-8521
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Cape Coral Bike Night
| Saturday night April 14th from 5:00 pm till 10:00 pm Cape Coral will be holding its very popular DownTown Bike Night event on SE 47th TERR. The event will feature live bands, great food and drinks, and tons of street vendors for shopping. We at Florida Future Realty will have a booth right in the mix of everything interacting with our local community, handing out free stuff, and answering real estate questions. Stop by and see us for a free gift. If you need more information then contact us at the information below. Hope to see you there! | ||||||||||||||||
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Cape Coral home prices trending up in 2012
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2012 has been a great year thus far; gaining positive momentum for our once troubled housing market. The once forgotten homes that were lost in the short sale or foreclosure process are now full of life, occupied by new loving owners, looking more beautiful than ever. The first quarter statistics are very positive for the overall health of our local economy. What they also show is that we have hit the bottom and have continued trending significantly upward from this time last year. If you have ever dreamed of owning your piece of paradise, but are in need of a little nudge, here it is. In 2011 the average price for a single family home was $136,317.00, this year that same figure has increased by 22% making the average price $166,249.00. That is just our local area, increases has been documented on a national level as well. The Florida Realtors reported that real estate economists and analysts are optimistic that we will see a dramatic recovery in the next two years. These economists predict that next year home prices will begin to rise by 2% and then get a larger boost of 3.5% by 2014. These statistics coupled with low interest rates, and less stringent lending policies make now the time to buy that new home or special vacation spot. If we can help you in any way make your dream possible give a call. We look forward to hearing from you.
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National Open House Weekend April 28th and 29th
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Realtor® Nationwide Open House Weekend Brings Buyers and Sellers Together
Cape Coral Florida 4/5/2012 – With plentiful inventory and record breaking housing affordability conditions, Realtors® expect this year’s spring home buying season to be a busy one. To kick off the season, Realtors® from coast to coast will host thousands of open houses as part of the Realtor® Nationwide Open House Weekend. On April 28 and 29 Realtors® in Cape Coral will hold open houses all weekend long, bringing buyers and sellers together. This nationwide event offers buyers the chance to visit some of the many homes in their local area while learning more about homeownership, Open houses are also an opportunity for Realtors® to connect with consumers in their communities about the housing issues that matter most to them. Realtors® from Florida Future Realty will be available at open houses to answer consumer questions about the home buying process and local market conditions. Sign up via the link below for a list of all the Realtor® or look for the blue Balloons with the big R and stop in between April 28th and 29th. Feel free to call and speak with an agent today at 239-542-8521 While the housing market continues to recover, it’s showing signs of improvement and for many, homeownership remains an important part of the American Dream. According to research from the National Association of Realtors®, more renters than ever aspire to become homeowners and an overwhelming majority of Americans believe buying a home is a solid financial decision. Homeownership matters to individuals, families, communities and our nation’s economy. The housing market plays a vital role in both the long- and short-term health of this country. Homeownership is not just an investment in your future; it’s an investment in the future of generations to come.”
Earlier this year NAR reported housing affordability conditions reached the highest level since recordkeeping began in 1970. The housing affordability index is based on the relationship between the median home price, median family income and the average mortgage interest rate. The index reached 206.1 in January, the first time the index broke the two hundred mark. The higher the index, the greater the household purchasing power. This means the typical family has roughly double the income needed to purchase a median-priced home. Realtors® believe that anyone who is able and willing to assume the responsibilities of owning a home should have the opportunity to pursue that dream, Realtors® know what matters most to buyers and sellers in this area and have the expertise and knowledge to help you achieve the dream of homeownership.” For more information contact us at 239-542-8521 or click the link below and get your list of open houses to visit. Florida Future Realty is a member of The National Association of Realtors® , Florida Association of Realtors®, and Realtor® Association of Greater Fort Myers and the Beaches inc. |
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