Your Ultimate Guide to Buying a Home in Florida: Beyond the Sunshine

Your Ultimate Guide to Buying a Home in Florida: Beyond the Sunshine Florida's sunshine comes with strings attached – and smart home buyers know exactly what to look for. Are you prepared for the hidden realities of the Sunshine State's real estate market? Unlocking Your Florida Dream Home: A Co

Seller Concessions in Florida Real Estate: Tips and Pitfalls Every Homebuyer Should Know

Seller Concessions in Florida: Tips and Pitfalls Every Homebuyer Should Know Buying a home in Florida is exciting, but navigating the financial details can feel like a maze. One term you’ll often hear is “seller concessions.” These are incentives or contributions a seller offers to help close the de

Is This the Golden Opportunity You've Been Waiting For? A Deep Dive into the Southwest Florida Buyer's Market

  Southwest Florida Real Estate Is This the Golden Opportunity You've Been Waiting For? A Deep Dive into the Southwest Florida Buyer's Market For months, the narrative has been the same: a fiercely competitive seller's market in Southwest Florida. But what if I told you the tide is turning? Wh

North Port, Florida - Best Neighborhoods to Buy & Sell in 2025

North Port, Florida — North Port's Next Hot Spots: The Best Neighborhoods to Buy & Sell in 2025 Looking to buy, sell, or relocate in North Port? Discover the neighborhoods making headlines in 2025! 1. Wellen Park p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0"> Master-planned living at its finest. Covering 10,000

Solar Panels in Southwest Florida: Impact on Home Values in North Port, Venice, and Port Charlotte

Solar Panels in Southwest Florida: Impact on Home Values in North Port, Venice, and Port Charlotte The Sunshine State's Solar Advantage: Southwest Florida's Prime Position In Southwest Florida's rapidly growing communities of North Port, Venice, and Port Charlotte, solar power investments are delive

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How Do Climate Risks Affect Your Next Home?

Climate change is impacting where people buy homes. As the experts at the National Association of Realtors (NAR) explain:“Sixty-three percent of people who have moved since the pandemic began say they believe climate change is—or will be—an issue in the place they currently live.”If you’re planning

What’s Next for Home Prices and Mortgage Rates?

If you’re thinking of making a move this year, there are two housing market factors that are probably on your mind: home prices and mortgage rates. You’re wondering what’s going to happen next. And if it’s worth it to move now, or better to wait it out.The only thing you can really do is make the be

Tips for Younger Homebuyers: How To Make Your Dream a Reality

If you’re a member of a younger generation, like Gen Z, you may be asking the question: will I ever be able to buy a home? And chances are, you’re worried that’s not going to be in the cards with inflation, rising home prices, mortgage rates, and more seemingly stacked against you.While there’s no a

Luxury Buyers Lead in All Cash Sales

Luxury Buyers Lead in All-Cash Sales Nearly 50% of luxury homes purchased from December to February were all-cash sales because wealthy buyers have more financial flexibility. LOS ANGELES — Well-heeled home shoppers are increasingly paying cash, helping turbo-charge price gains for the most e

Is It Better To Rent Than Buy a Home Right Now?

You may have seen reports in the news recently saying it’s more affordable to rent right now than it is to buy a home. And while that may be true in some markets if you just look at typical monthly payments, there’s one thing that the numbers aren’t factoring in: and that’s home equity. Here’s a loo

Should I Wait for Mortgage Rates To Come Down Before I Move?

If you’ve got a move on your mind, you may be wondering whether you should wait to sell until mortgage rates come down before you spring into action. Here’s some information that could help answer that question for you.In the housing market, there’s a longstanding relationship between mortgage rates

A Moving Nightmare Story You Need to See

This is a video story about a moving nightmare that I share with a recent client.  As a Sarasota realtor, Bill Bambrick is here to be a trusted resource to prevent frustrating events like this so they don't happen to you.  

Finding Your Perfect Home in a Fixer Upper

If you’re trying to buy a home and are having a hard time finding one you can afford, it may be time to consider a fixer-upper. That’s a house that needs a little elbow grease or some updates, but has good bones. Fixer-uppers can be a really great option if you’re looking to break into the housing m

Market Report North Port 34286 October 2023

  This housing market report is for 34286 in North Port Florida.  Brought to you by Bill Bambrick, LPT Realty.  

What Sarasota Home Remodel Projects Cost and the Value They Return

  Learn the top secrets behind remodeling projects for your Sarasota Florida home in 2023.  Discover top projects that give your home the best return on the investment.  This will help you better determine where and how you can update your home to bring you the most enjoyment and value when you deci

Why Mortgage Rates Could Continue To Decline

When you read about the housing market, you’ll probably come across some information about inflation or recent decisions made by the Federal Reserve (the Fed). But how do those two things impact you and your homebuying plans? Here's what you need to know.The Federal Funds Rate Hikes Have StalledOne

Your Home Equity Can Offset Affordability Challenges

Are you thinking about selling your house? If so, today’s mortgage rates may be making you wonder if that’s the right decision. Some homeowners are reluctant to sell and take on a higher mortgage rate on their next home. If you’re worried about this too, know that even though rates are high right no

Plenty of Buyers Are Still Active Today [INFOGRAPHIC]

Some HighlightsHolding off on selling your house because you believe there aren’t any buyers out there?Data shows buyers are still active, even with higher mortgage rates. This goes to show, people still want to buy homes, and those who can are moving now.Don’t delay your plan to sell for fear no on