Navigating Today’s Real Estate Market
Considering Renovating? Here’s Another Smart Option to Save Time, Money & Stress
Renovation costs are at an all-time high—and for many homeowners and buyers, even the simplest upgrades now come with major price tags. This article from WCPO breaks down cost-effective ways to upgrade your space: Read Article.
But here’s another way to stay ahead of the curve—consider buying a move-in ready home. In today’s market, this can be a smarter, more predictable alternative to remodeling. You skip the delays, avoid the surprises, and start enjoying your new home from day one.
Whether you’re thinking about buying your first home or upgrading from your current space, I’m here as your full-service real estate consultant to guide you through every step. Let’s talk about your options and find a solution that fits your lifestyle and budget.
Scott Rivelli
Realtor Associate
Whether you're thinking about buying your first home or upgrading from your current space, I’m here as your full-service real estate consultant to guide you through every step. Let’s talk about your options and find a solution that fits your lifestyle and budget.
Finally! Oakland Park Scores 100 on Annual Equality Index
After years of just missing the mark and coming oh so close, Oakland Park finally got a 100 on the Human Rights Campaign’s Municipal Equality Index annual report. “Oakland Park embraces and celebrates the rich diversity of its staff, its citizenry and its visitors...
New Build or Existing Home: Which One Is Right for You?
Homebuyers today are facing a huge dilemma. There simply aren’t enough homes for sale.1 Nationwide, there were 1.27 million active listings in September, down 13% from the previous year. According to the National Association of Realtors, that’s about 2.4 months of...
Why Florida Doesn’t Stay on Daylight Savings Time
NEWS & MEDIA Tetra Images, Brand X, Getty Images NOVEMBER 3, 2021 Daylight Saving Time Ends Nov. 7. Why Does Fla. Still Do This? In 2018, Fla. lawmakers approved year-round Daylight Saving Time in keeping with the Sunshine State’s theme. But Congress still hasn’t...
A tale of two cities competing for a commuter rail
SOUTH FLORIDA SUN SENTINEL Letter To the Editor JUN 12, 2021 AT 10:00 AM I thoroughly enjoyed Wilton Manors Mayor Scott Newton’s column about the need for cities to work together on commuter rail. I could not agree more. It is critical that the Coastal Link...
Spend a Weekend in Florida’s Most LGBTQ+ Friendly Small Town
Wilton Manors just might be the most vibrant small town in America.
30-Year Mortgage Drops After Hitting 3% Last Week
Interest Rates this week averaged 2.95% – roughly the same level they’ve seen for a few months. One year ago, a 30-year, fixed-rate loan averaged 3.15%.
Finding a New Home for Your Next Stage of Life
Imagine the first place you lived as a young adult. Now imagine trying to fit your life today into that space. Not pretty, right?For most of us, our housing needs are cyclical.1 A newly independent adult can find freedom and flexibility in even a tiny apartment. That...
Study: Discrimination Limits LGBTQ Homeownership
Source: “How Discrimination Impacts the LGBTQ+ Community on the Journey to Homeownership and Beyond,” LGBTQ+ Real Estate Alliance (April 2021)Photo: Francesco Carta fotografo, Getty ImagesA 46-page report from Freddie Mac and an LGBTQ alliance finds $1T in...
Why the Buyer Frenzy? Fear of Missing Out (FOMO)
Photo By: John Rensten, Image Bank, Getty ImageSource: “Record Prices for Red Hot Housing Market: ‘Fear of Missing Out,’” NPR (May 21, 2021)What if today’s tight inventory gets even tighter? What if mortgage rates go up? NAR’s chief economist says strict...
June Chore No. 1: Check Insurance Coverage, Inventory Home
Flooding? It’s not covered by standard homeowners insurance policies. Owners should also create a video inventory of household possessions in case they must make a claim.SEBRING, Fla. – June is here; that means sunscreen, bathing suits, sweet tea and yes, hurricane...