Treu Group Real Estate Weekly Tips

Palm Beach County proposed property tax notices are out. The question we get most is: will my taxes go up?  It really depends on where you live. Lisa Treu and Brian Mudd welcome in this episode the Appraiser Gary Nikolits to discuss property taxes and how property owners may be impacted by the latest changes and updates.

.embed-container { position: relative; padding-bottom: 56.25%; height: 0; overflow: hidden; max-width: 100%; height: auto; } .embed-container iframe, .embed-container object, .embed-container embed { position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%; } Buying a home? Click here to perform full home search  Selling a home? Click here for a FREE Home Price Evaluation  Call me at (561) 352-3056 for a FREE home buying or selling consultation How do the latest real estate statistics impact your home value? Today, I’ll go over some interesting information from the Palm Beach County real estate market.  First of all, I want to show you the hottest market in Palm Beach County. The number one zip code for home sales is 33411. The people in Royal Palm are pleased with that. Last month, they had 99 closed home sales. The top five markets are all Western Communities. These include cities like Palm Beach Gardens, Wellington, Lake Worth, and Boynton Beach, zip code 33437. Boynton Beach is an ideal area for seasonal guests. Statistics also reveal the number of days on market is down year over year. However, that number has increased in the last couple of months. If you’re thinking about selling, it may take you a little bit longer to get that contract, so we need to talk about when the ideal time would be to list your property. Inventory is growing. We’re still in a seller’s market overall, and some areas are in a very hot seller’s market. However, inventory is going up. The luxury market in particular is definitely seeing more and more homes come on the market.  That said, 24 zip codes in Palm Beach County did not have a single sale last month. Not one condo, single-family home, or villa sold. There are really two different markets here in Palm Beach County.  Now more than ever, real estate is incredibly local. To find out if you’re in a hot market or a cool market, just give me a call. I’m here to help. I look forward to hearing from you! Click here to view the full Palm Beach County statistics for January 2016. Click here to view the local market update for January 2016. 

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.embed-container { position: relative; padding-bottom: 56.25%; height: 0; overflow: hidden; max-width: 100%; height: auto; } .embed-container iframe, .embed-container object, .embed-container embed { position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%; } Buying a home? Click here to perform full home search  Selling a home? Click here for a FREE Home Price Evaluation  Call me at (561) 352-3056 for a FREE home buying or selling consultation Today, we want to help you fall in love all over again. Valentine’s Day is nearly here, and you might be thinking about what present you should be buying for your loved one. We have a few things for you to think about, in the form of some amazing properties that we have on the market right now. If you’re up north, come on down to Florida. Of course, you will fall in love with the weather, but you may fall in love with some of these beautiful homes as well.  One property is near Wellington and has a beautiful, modern kitchen. It’s right next to all the equestrian activity as well. Another one you might fall in love with is a 7-bedroom home in Jupiter Farms that sits on over 2.5 acres. This home is a great deal because it is priced at appraised value.  Maybe you’re looking for a great view to enjoy with your morning cup of coffee. We have a 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom condo with amazing views of a golf course, the city, and the ocean.  We have even more properties to fall in love with, and have something for everyone and every budget. If you have any questions about these homes, or want to hear about some others, give us a call or send us an email. We would love to hear from you!

.embed-container { position: relative; padding-bottom: 56.25%; height: 0; overflow: hidden; max-width: 100%; height: auto; } .embed-container iframe, .embed-container object, .embed-container embed { position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%; } Buying a home? Click here to perform full home search  Selling a home? Click here for a FREE Home Price Evaluation  Call me at (561) 352-3056 for a FREE home buying or selling consultation Rent rates are currently at an all-time high. That means landlords are able to charge tenants more money for properties. Here, the winners are the landlords. They receive a great return on investment from their tenants. The losers are the tenants. They write checks every month without building equity. How can you become a winner? First, if you are writing a rent check every month, let us help you buy your home. Many of you who are renting can buy a home. You just don't know it yet! We can help you become a homeowner and build your wealth. Let us help you start building equity with monthly payments. If you've been thinking about buying investment properties, now could be the time for you to purchase one. We come across investment properties all the time. Let us know if you want to buy, fix and flip or hold onto the property long term. Real estate is all about making the right decisions at the right time. Becoming an investor now could be a great financial decision for you! Act now before interest rates increase. You might not be qualified later on when rates rise. If you have any questions, gives us a call or send us an email. We look forward to hearing from you!

In this ever changing market you need to pay close attention to tips on how to make buying a home easier for you. Lenders look closely at credit history, scores and work history. Now is the time where there are opportunities in the luxury market for move up buyers. Investors are now looking to buy for long term. More people are now buying for cash flow, and making the market more competitive.

In this fluctuating market, traditional subdivision are selling faster and easier than luxury homes. It is really important for sellers to have the three factors right: price, condition, and marketing to reach a successful closing. It is also imperative for high-end property owners to do something especial to stand out. Having the help of an agent that knows and understand those changes in the market can make all the difference. Join Lisa Treu and Brian Mudd while they share the most reliable market analysis and the best advice to get your home sold fast and for the most money.

One of the main challenges that many real estate agents face these days is the growing demands on technology, new trends, and creative marketing. Innovation is an always-changing subject. What works today may not work tomorrow as the millennial buyers are changing the way real estate agents communicate and market properties. Pokémon Go popularity is a great example and the question that we are always asking ourselves is "How will the new craze impact real estate?". Treu Group Real Estate is committed to having the latest technology, the best tools and a team that can create innovative ideas and adapt to the fast paced changes out there. We are always ready for whatever comes next.

Technology is all around us, and in the past years has become an important part of our lives and everyday activities. The technology advances have not left behind homeowners. Every day we see more and more products and systems for homes in the market, and with mainstream usage comes accessibility. Using technological upgrades in our homes is easy, affordable and convenient. With over 350 million mobile device users in the United States alone and Millennials in charge of technology trends, smart systems and smart technology for the home is becoming part of the everyday standards for homeowners.

In a market defined as a Seller’s Market we are experiencing a divided scene with separation being around the $500,000 threshold. For those selling or buying under this line the market is showing quick sales and multiple offers. For those selling with a price tag over the mentioned level, the market shows a slower panorama with fewer buyers and more inventory available and by consequence property prices are getting higher. Join Lisa Treu in this episode of the Real Estate 911 podcast where the latest data and statistics are analyzed to understand the two markets we are experiencing in the area.