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Selling Your Home to an Investor vs. Listing with a Realtor: Which Is the Better Option for You?

June 2, 2025

Traditional home sales involve finding a real estate agent, making necessary renovations to the home, putting the home on the market and choosing between the different bids of potential buyers. However, you may not have the time or energy to undergo the traditional selling process if you need to move urgently or have a damaged … Continued

Can You Sell a House with a Reverse Mortgage in Florida? Yes, Here’s How

April 23, 2025

By Omer Reiner

Reverse mortgages are often used by senior homeowners who are 62 and older to access their home’s equity without monthly payments, as long as the home is their primary residence and they stay current on property taxes and insurance. If you have a reverse mortgage or inherited a home with one, you can sell the … Continued

Selling a House with a 20-Year-Old Roof in Florida: Sale Options and Limitations

April 14, 2025

By Omer Reiner

Florida’s brutal sun, intense hurricane season, and increasingly volatile home insurance costs can make a 20-year-old roof a deal-breaker for many buyers. But while an old roof can limit your buyer pool, it doesn’t have to stop you from making a successful sale. If your aging roof has you nervous about selling your house, don’t … Continued

Will You Lose Your Benefits if You Sell Your House? (SS, SSDI, SSI, and Medicaid)

April 8, 2025

By Omer Reiner

You have a lot to consider when you sell your house, especially if you receive government benefits, like Social Security (SS) retirement, Social Security Disability Income (SSDI), Supplemental Security Income (SSI), and Medicaid, that could be impacted by the sale of your home. But you don’t have to feel stuck in a house for fear … Continued

Can You Sell a House with a Tax Lien? You Can in Florida — Here’s How

March 20, 2025

By Omer Reiner

Selling a house is already a complex process, but when a tax lien is involved, it can add an extra layer of challenges. If you’re a homeowner struggling with unpaid property taxes, Internal Revenue Service (IRS) liens or state tax liens, you may be wondering: Can I still sell my house? The short answer is … Continued

How to Sell a House with Foundation Issues in Florida

February 24, 2025

By Omer Reiner

A staggering 78% of homeowners say they are worried about foundation damage to their house, and for good reason. Foundation issues can be costly, leading to structural damage and repairs that can cost thousands of dollars. While you can sell a house with foundation issues, it often means lowering the sale price, making concessions to … Continued

The Average Time to Sell a House in Florida: Closing Timelines, Best Months, and More

February 13, 2025

By Omer Reiner

Navigating Florida’s housing market is no picnic. With factors like high inventory, fluctuating insurance costs, and rising interest rates, selling your home can be a complex and lengthy process. You can work with a real estate agent, but that usually takes as much as three months from listing to closing — not the best option … Continued

How to Sell a Flood-Damaged House in Florida

January 22, 2025

By Omer Reiner

If you own a home in Florida, you’re no doubt used to the hurricanes and resulting flooding that often occurs within the state. Florida has one of the largest flood insurance markets in the country, holding about 38% of National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) policies nationwide. Flood insurance is typically separate from home insurance and … Continued

How to Sell a House with Mold in Florida

January 13, 2025

By Omer Reiner

Nearly 47% of residential buildings in the U.S. have mold that can be seen or smelled, especially in humid areas like Florida. While a small amount of mold may not raise major concerns, extensive mold growth can complicate the selling process. According to the EPA, homeowners can typically clean mold that spans less than 10 … Continued

Selling a House During a Divorce in Florida: Options & Alternatives

December 19, 2024

By Omer Reiner

Divorce is an emotionally and financially difficult time. When it comes to dividing marital property, such as your home, you have many options to consider: selling the property, buying out your partner, co-owning, or trading it for other assets. While we can’t give you legal advice, this guide will help you navigate the process of … Continued

How to Stop Foreclosure in Florida: 9 Potential Options

November 19, 2024

By Omer Reiner

Facing foreclosure may seem like a dead end, but, as scary as it is, you still have options. Whether you’re just behind on payments or already in the foreclosure process, you can take steps to protect your home. The best approach will depend on factors like your financial standing, property value, and future plans, so … Continued

Selling a House with Code Violations in Florida: Your Limitations and Options

November 7, 2024

By Omer Reiner

Selling a house with code violations can be a complex and daunting process. While you can definitely sell, it’s important to understand the potential challenges and limitations involved when you have a housing code violation. Code violations happen when a property doesn’t follow state and local safety, building, or zoning regulations. Violations can range from … Continued

How to Sell a House with Tenants in Florida: 5 Proven Options

October 28, 2024

By Omer Reiner

If you want to sell a house with tenants in Florida, you can do so legally. However, because having tenants adds a new dimension to your home-selling process, you need to know Florida’s laws as well as the rights of tenants. This guide will help you navigate the legal side of selling a house with … Continued

How to Sell Your Distressed Property in Florida Fast

October 3, 2024

By Omer Reiner

A distressed property is a home facing financial or physical issues, like foreclosure, tax liens, or major repairs. Selling a distressed property can be a more challenging experience than a traditional sale due to financial strain, emotional stress, a more limited buyer pool and the urgency to sell in order to avoid foreclosure or other … Continued

Are “We Buy Houses” Companies a Rip-Off? Common Scams and How to Avoid Them

August 21, 2024

By Omer Reiner

You might see “We Buy Houses” advertisements around your city and wonder if they are a scam or if they will give you a fair deal. These businesses, often called cash-for-houses buyers, offer a quick alternative to traditional home selling. They purchase homes for cash, often handling necessary repairs themselves. However, the urgency of homeowners … Continued