Vacation homes are becoming very popular and profitable for investors using the Airbnb model. Owning properties and renting them on a short term basis using Airbnb, VRBO and other platforms can be profitable. There are multiple ways of financing your Airbnb and diversifying your real estate portfolio.

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In this episode we explore why you can't let your fears about getting a mortgage be bigger than your home ownership dreams. Never be afraid of making the right choice for your family. Never be afraid of a mortgage.

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Home values have gone up, and as a result, homeowners are now sitting on a proverbial pile of cash of over $5.8 billion. Do you have too much home equity sitting around? Well, it's time to tap that! From home improvements to seed money for further investments, your equity may allow you to create additional wealth. There are excellent loan options to make your hard earned equity work for you!

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Today we discuss PMI - what it is and how to get rid of it. Remember, PMI is an expense that you pay when you finance over 80% of the value of your home. PMI does not benefit you, but you still pay for it! There are ways to eliminate this cost from your monthly mortgage payment.

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Fortnite, Clash Royale, Xbox, Nintendo, PlayStation, PokemonGo fans, Orlando is for you! WalletHub compared the 100 largest U.S. cities across 20 key indicators of gamer-friendliness, from average internet speed to video-game stores per capita to number of esports tournaments. And guess what? Orlando is No. 2 nationwide!

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Declare your Independence and get ready to own your own home today! If you are a renter, or if you live with your parents, use this Fourth of July Holiday to get inspired about homeownership. Become the Founding Father or Mother of your own destiny! Just remember that it takes time between your Declaration of Independence and the actual purchase event that makes you independent.

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If you are self-employed you must pay special attention to documenting your income when applying for a mortgage. You may make the money, but if your tax returns and bank statements don't show it, then... it's the same thing as not having it. Can't show it? Can't use it! Also, what matters is the bottom line when considering income. Too many deductions from your gross income can disqualify you from purchasing the home of your dreams.

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Are you a Boomerang Buyer? If you had a bankruptcy, foreclosure, deed in lieu or short sale in the past, you may be ready to come back into the real estate market. You may not have to wait as long as you thought to become a homeowner again. Yes, your new home may be closer than what you think!

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Zillow reveals that two out of the top five markets for first-time home buyers are in Florida! Out of the Top 5 Markets for First-Time Homebuyers nationwide, Tampa is #1 and Orlando is #4. If you are a First-Time Homebuyer, we should talk! There are plenty of opportunities available for you in Central Florida. Lenders are expanding their offerings to bridge the gap from renting to owning, with new programs that include little or no down payment.

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