On behalf of Conroy, Conroy & Durant, P.A. | Sep 16, 2020 | residential real estate
“Encouragingly robust.” That is the assessment based on empirical evidence offered in a recent analysis of the real estate market across Collier, Lee and Charlotte counties. In fact, some principals in the industry admit to frank surprise that real estate activity –...
On behalf of Conroy, Conroy & Durant, P.A. | Sep 14, 2020 | residential real estate
Deciding whether or not to downsize your family home can be difficult. However, delaying too long could leave you with too much house or expenses to manage – especially if you’re nearing retirement. According to a Merrill Lynch survey of retirees aged 50 and over, 51%...
On behalf of Conroy, Conroy & Durant, P.A. | Sep 10, 2020 | residential real estate
Working with a home inspector is one way to have a successful home purchase. Still, some inspectors are better than others. When you are interviewing potential home inspectors, you may want to look for a few essential qualities. Here are four of them. 1. Knowledge and...
On behalf of Conroy, Conroy & Durant, P.A. | Sep 4, 2020 | residential real estate
Florida’s real estate is a popular acquisition for older Americans. The warm weather and beautiful beaches make Florida an attractive retirement destination. Additionally, many seniors purchase these properties to secure consistent income to fund the fun of their...
On behalf of Conroy, Conroy & Durant, P.A. | Sep 3, 2020 | residential real estate, title insurance
Title insurance protects homebuyers and mortgage lenders from title defects during the purchase. About one-third of all real estate sales involve a defective title. This can jeopardize the valid ownership of the property, its value, and involve other legal damages....
On behalf of Conroy, Conroy & Durant, P.A. | Aug 31, 2020 | residential real estate, title insurance
When real estate professionals talk about a “title,” they discuss who has legal ownership of a property or the right to use a property. As with a title for a car, this is the actual document listing the owner or ownership arrangement. The conversation usually revolves...
On behalf of Conroy, Conroy & Durant, P.A. | Aug 28, 2020 | residential real estate
Hurricane season is in full swing, and it will not be over until November. Hurricanes can have a major impact on every facet of the economy, including the real estate. If you are considering purchasing a home or a condo, you may wonder how hurricane season—or a...
On behalf of Conroy, Conroy & Durant, P.A. | Aug 25, 2020 | residential real estate
There are certain laws set in place to protect real estate buyers. In general, the seller must disclose material defects and other potential problems that could impact the actual value of a home and surrounding property before the sale is final. Sellers are not...
On behalf of Conroy, Conroy & Durant, P.A. | Aug 24, 2020 | residential real estate
A contract outlining the terms of a transaction is not the only real estate agreement signed. Construction contracts are another commonly used agreement. These address many different concerns in specific terms. Overall, the construction contract can help both parties...
On behalf of Conroy, Conroy & Durant, P.A. | Aug 18, 2020 | residential real estate
Buying a residential property is a considerable investment, and most homeowners want to rest easy in their new home knowing that their ownership is secure. For many people navigating the real estate market, title defects are mysterious obstacles to that ownership....
