In the heart of Lakewood Ranch, a new literary haven is gearing up to make its mark. The upcoming Lakewood Ranch Library, set to open its doors on January 12th, is more than just a repository of books – it's a community hub designed to cater to diverse [...]
Lakewood Ranch Secures #1 Spot for the 6th Year! ?? RCLCO has named us the best-selling master-planned community in the nation, a title we've held for an incredible six years. ? Despite challenges in 2023, we achieved 2,257 sales, the second-highest in our history! ? Thanks to our builders' strategic efforts and commitment to [...]
As the new year approaches, the idea of buying a home might be on your mind. It’s an exciting goal to set, and it's never too early to start laying the groundwork. One crucial step to prepare for homeownership is building a solid credit score.
Lenders review your [...]
There’s no denying the long-term financial benefits of owning a home, but today’s housing market may have you wondering if now’s still the time to buy. While the financial aspects of homeownership are important, the non-financial and emotional reasons are too. Here’s [...]
If you're thinking about selling your house on your own, called “For Sale by Owner” or FSBO, there are some important things to consider. Going this route means taking on a lot of responsibilities by yourself – and that can be a bit of a [...]
If you’ve recently decided you’re ready to become a homeowner, chances are you’re trying to figure out what to do first. It can feel a bit overwhelming to know where to start, but the good news is you don’t have to navigate all of that [...]
By Jessica Lautz
NAR also said 2024 will see stronger sales activity, calling it great news for buyers and sellers.
CHICAGO – For the first time since August, interest rates for a 30-year fixed mortgage have dropped below 7%, hitting 6.95% this week. This brings the [...]
Home Sales and Prices Remain Steady in Sarasota and Manatee
SARASOTA, Fla. (December 20, 2023) – The demand for housing in Sarasota and Manatee counties remains strong despite the higher interest rates and home prices. According to data from Florida REALTORS® and compiled by the REALTOR® Association of Sarasota and Manatee (RASM), [...]
If you’re looking to buy a home, your down payment doesn’t have to be a big hurdle. According to the National Association of Realtors (NAR), 38% of first-time homebuyers find saving for a down payment the most challenging step. But the reality is, you probably don’t need to put down as much as you [...]
