Investors

How to File an Eviction in Florida: Steps for Non-Payment of Rent

By Rebekah Perkins on Monday, December 9, 2024

The most common eviction type in Florida is for non-payment of rent. While other types exist, such as violations of lease rules or no-cause evictions (where allowed), each requires specific steps. The non-payment of rent eviction is the simplest and fastest eviction in the state ...

Strategies to Pay Off Your Mortgage Faster and Save on Interest

By Nicole St. Aubin on Monday, November 25, 2024

Dreaming of becoming mortgage-free sooner? Paying off your mortgage early can save you a substantial amount of interest over the life of the loan, leading to cash flow for retirement earlier. The effective cost of a mortgage is significantly higher than just the amount borrowed d...

Why Isn’t My Pensacola Property Renting?

By Nicole St. Aubin on Wednesday, October 16, 2024

After years of high demand and rising rents, the Pensacola rental market has changed, and activity is slowing down. We’ve been getting calls every day from real estate investors and homeowners who are thinking about renting their house, some who have their homes listed for ...

Navigating Security Deposits in Florida: Tips for Florida Tenants and Landlords

By Nicole St. Aubin on Tuesday, September 3, 2024

Managing security deposits properly is important for both tenants and landlords in Florida. Proper management is crucial to ensure fairness, compliance with state laws, and a smooth transition at the end of a lease. Here are some essential tips for managing security deposit funds...

Pensacola's Current Housing Market - For Landlords

By Lindsay Scapecchi on Thursday, August 1, 2024

In recent months, the real estate landscape in Escambia and Santa Rosa counties has seen notable shifts that directly impact property owners and investors. As you consider your options in the current real estate market, it's crucial to be informed about the trends and factors...

Benefits of Buying a New Construction Home

By Nicole St. Aubin on Tuesday, April 2, 2024

There are so many benefits of buying a new home, aside from the obvious being the first owner and living in a brand-new house! Here's Jack with D.R. Horton talking about some of the benefits of purchasing a new home: New homes offer a less stressful home ownership...

Pros and Cons of Being a Landlord

By Nicole St. Aubin on Tuesday, March 5, 2024

Are you considering becoming a first-time landlord? Transitioning your personal home to a rental property is a huge decision. Here’s a few pros and cons to help you make the best decision. Pros of Being a Pensacola Landlord Tenants pay down mortgage- Ultimately, the goal o...

Reasons to get a New Construction Home Inspection

By Nicole St. Aubin on Tuesday, February 20, 2024

I met with Taylor-Made Home Inspections for a home inspection on a Northeast Pensacola new construction home that I had under contract. I’ve always been a big proponent of home inspections on any property, and a new home is no exception. As a buyer, you hire a home inspecto...

What Improvements Should you Make to Your Rental Property?

By Lindsay Scapecchi on Monday, February 5, 2024

Are you preparing to transition your home to a rental property? What improvements should you make to your Pensacola home? Here's Realtor Lindsay Scapecchi answering this question with advice for new landlords about how to make your property more attractive to renters. Wh...

Sneak Peek Inside A Home Inspection

By Nicole St. Aubin on Tuesday, December 26, 2023

Want to see the behind-the-scenes on a home inspection? Join us with Riaan du Plessis with Home Boss Inspection Group. This home inspection took place on an occupied four-unit multi-family investment property in Pensacola. This video gives you a sneak peek as he was here for 7 fu...