buying a home . . . your biggest and best investment

Buying a home may be the biggest financial commitment you’ll ever make. Buying a home is not just a dollars-and-cents investment; it’s an investment in your life. It will create a sense of stability and identity for you and your family. Regardless of how times change, owning a home remains the cornerstone of the American dream.  To assist you in the process, ewm.com has everything you need:  from a basic step-by-step overview, to a property comparison checklist, to qualified Sales Associates who would be happy to help you every step of the way. So whether you’re a first-time buyer or need a brief buying refresher, let us take the worry out of the process and give you the peace of mind that comes from working with reputable professionals.

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should you rent or buy?

The advantages of buying a home versus renting.

ten steps to buying a home

An easy, step-by-step, to-do list for buying a home.

how much can i afford?

A quick look at your finances and what you can afford, the benefits of equity, what tax advantages you have as a home owner, and getting pre-qualified and approved.

working with a sales associate

Why working with a real estate agent makes sense, and how to choose one who is right for you.

open permits

How to check on and close open permit issues.

home inspection and insurance

Having your new home inspected prior to finalizing your purchase agreement is a great idea! And don't forget to buy homeowner's insurance to protect yourself against any unforeseen calamity.

making an offer

What to know about making an offer on a potential property.

title insurance and closing

Understanding title insurance and the closing process will help you make better buying decisions.


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South Florida Open House Sunday, August 24, 2008

South Florida Open House Sunday
Cutler Bay•Palmetto Bay•Pinecrest
Cutler Bay
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Palmetto Bay
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Pinecrest
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Amanda Wilson, PA, GRI

Yes, Virginia–It’s Still a Buyer’s Market!

Yes, Virginia…..It’s Still a Buyer’s Market
Current real estate market conditions are positive for most buyers: still-attractive interest rates, a large inventory of homes available for sale, and finally some sellers are willing to negotiate their sales prices.  But there are some concerns on the horizon. Interest rates on a 30-year fixed loan, as low as

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Abiud Montes

Should First-Time Home Buyers buy now or wait?

It might be a good idea to purchase a new home now for First-Time Home buyers because of the Tax Credit.  The Tax Credit is part of the Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008, signed into law on July 30, 2008.

Te intent of the tax credit is two fold:
·      To provide a financial resource

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Vicki Restivo

Find that dreamhome, or sell your own house first?

If you happen to find  your  ‘dream home’ before selling your own house what to do?
There’s definitely an upside  (So,  congratulations!)… but there’s also a fairly sizable downside!   In order to sell your home quickly. you  may have to price yours below what you might otherwise have wanted to.  Alternatively, consider making an offer on your new home “contingent” upon selling your existing residence. Unfortunately, sellers may be hesitant to

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Corey Butler

South Florida Open House Sunday August 3, 2008

Here are our featured Open Houses for Sunday August 8, 2008
Kendall/Falls
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Vicki Restivo

How to SELL YOUR HOUSE… (fast!)

Often, buyers KNOW it’s the house for them BEFORE they step inside.  Invite buyers in,  with “curb appeal”!  Fertilize … (best one I’ve found: charred ash from logs or wood, burnt in a firepit!)    Add a splash of color…  arrange  potted plants and flowers at the entry.   Trim any dead branches, and yank out plants that can’t be revived.  First impressions count!  Those thirty  seconds, or so,  that

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Vickie Arcuri

Ft. Lauderdale Foreclosures, Ft. Lauderdale Short Sales, Broward Short Sales & Foreclosures

Several times weekly, I am asked to define what a Short Sale is, how the process works, where to find Broward Short Sales, how to start a Short Sale, and more, so I prepared the following information for your use as Sellers interested in selling a Home as a Short Sale or as Buyers interested

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Zoila Perez Chanquet, P.A.

The Importance of Using a Realtor

My buyer just closed on an amazing deal! I was so excited for her, I knew exactly what she was looking for and when it came in the market we were there ready and prepared. It’s amazing how people go at it alone without the assistance of a Realtor. As for this deal, by just talking

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Vicki Restivo

Investire a MIAMI e’ la parola d’ordine!

L’investimento  che piu’ di tutti da un importanza esponenziale negli ultimi anni è senza dubbio l’immobiliare.   Investire  all’ estero e’ sempre stato un “pallino” degli europei. La Florida unisce interessanti proprietà immobiliari e vincoli di compra/vendita molto agevolati.  Miami in particolare , grazie al clima favorevole in quasi ogni periodo dell’anno e al fascino che è

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Lee Heuer

What about sellers holding mortgages?

I just read, today, that a small developer in New York is making mortgages for the buyers without appraisals, no points, no fees and a l point lower than the banks and amortizing on a 30 year basis but holding it only for seven years.  They feel that by then, the real estate market should

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