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6/14/2023

Is Miami the New NYC - Mass Movement to FL | MyStateMLS

Do we all end up here in Florida? When Billy Joel wrote 'Miami 2017 (Seen the Lights Go Out on Broadway),' he probably didn't expect it to come true. But now in 2020, it seems like he was only 3 years off. New Yorkers are leaving the city in droves in response to the pandemic. Are they all heading to Miami as the song suggests? Check out Dawn's insights into Florida real estate in
 
6/14/2023

Where Should You Move For a Home v.s. Apartment | MyStateMLS

Buying a HouseBuying a home is a big financial investment with solid returns. You build equity through home ownership. This is the big for many people.When you buy a home, you have control over every aspect of your home. This can be freeing for people who do not enjoy the renting experience. The only drawback to this is that you will be responsible for all maintenance andrepairs of
 
6/14/2023

Buying Property | Five Tips for Buying a Condo In Today's Day And Age

Investing in a condo unit is not that simple. There are more factors to consider than meet the eye - down payments for condos are different, sharing a building with others comes with its own concerns, and more. Getting ready to purchase? Here are our top 5 tips to consider before buying a condo. 1. Check if living in a condominium will fit your lifestyle Even if
 
6/14/2023

How to Stage a Room for Listing Photos - Tips & Tricks | MyStateMLS

We spend most of our time at home designing a space that feels uniquely ours' personalized to our individual styles and adorned with furniture and items that bring us joy. But once you're ready to sell, it can feel daunting to figure out how to suddenly make that personal space feel a bit more universal and broadly appealing to prospective buyers. Because truthfully, photos of your space can be
 
6/14/2023

Next Gen Homeowners | How Millennials Are Changing Homeownership

Asmillennials take over the housing marketpushing out other generations to become the majority of homebuyers and sellers' real estate agents, contractors, and even neighborhood hardware stores are making note of what millennials want in a home.Though the economy, job market, and this generation's notoriously crippling student debt have
 
6/14/2023

7 Trends to Try in Your Home - Tips & Tricks | MyStateMLS

There always seems to be this common misconception when it comes to interior designs. The idea that you need to hire a professional designer, search high and low for the perfect fit, and, of course, spend a ton of cash to turn a house into your home.The surprising thing?Creating a new atmosphere in your home is not as difficult as you might think. With a bit of extra thought on your
 
6/14/2023

Drip Emails | The True Value of Drip Emails And How to Set Them Up

In 2018, we announced the arrival of our Drip Emails feature, and it's still one of the most valuable tools available to our members. Why am I such a huge fan? One simple reason: with just thirty seconds of work, this feature can bring you thousands of dollars in commissions with no additional effort on your part. When a potential buyer