South Florida Real Estate Blog
Learn the entire process of buying and selling properties in South Florida. Whether you're an investor, a first-time buyer, looking to sell your property, or just curious. In this guide, you'll get a step-by-step overview, costs, strategies, common mistakes, types of investments, and much more.
Short Term Rental
By: Andres Manco Published on: 06/10/2025Before investing in short-term rentals, work with a knowledgeable agent, choose properties with a solid rental history, research local regulations, and prioritize top locations. These steps help secure higher returns while minimizing legal and financial risks.
First-time Homebuyer
By: Andres Manco Published on: 26/09/2025First-time homebuyers should check their credit, save for future expenses, get pre-approved for a loan, and hire a Realtor. These steps improve loan terms, avoid surprises, and ensure expert support—at no cost to the buyer.
Improve your Credit
By: Andres Manco Published on: 15/09/2025Before buying a home, boost your credit by paying off balances, making on-time payments, avoiding big purchases, and keeping old accounts open. Open new credit lines wisely, check your score regularly, and plan ahead—it takes time to improve
FIRPTA
By: Andres Manco Published on: 04/09/2025FIRPTA requires a 10–15% withholding on U.S. real estate sales by foreign sellers. Buyers must ensure compliance or risk liability. Withholding isn't a final tax—it’s credited after filing. Proper legal structure and planning can reduce its impact.
