By Melissa Forte-Litscher, NextHome Cornerstone Realty
New laws affecting homeowners have been passed recently by the Florida legislature that went into effect July 1, 2024. As a homeowner, or potential homeowner, these laws are intended to help Floridians save money on home purchasing and home maintenance.
First, to help first-time homebuyers,...
By Melissa Forte-Litscher, NextHome
NextHome is a forward-thinking real estate franchise focused on a human-first approach to business. Our company supports the unique ways individuals choose to work, emphasizing client satisfaction, streamlined marketing, and automated technology. Our agents focus on building relationships and providing exceptional service. We are a family...
By Melissa Forte-Litscher, NextHome
April showers are supposed to bring May flowers. And, even though we didn’t see that much rain in our area last month, things are still blooming and pollinating. As we take care of our final spring cleaning and yard clean-up, we look forward to spending time...
By Melissa Forte-Litscher, NextHome
OP ED: The news has been reporting on the National Association of Realtors’ proposed settlement, and I want to address it quickly before diving into this month’s tips on getting your yard ready for summer fun! This is a proposed settlement that is expected to be...
By Melissa Forte-Litscher, NextHome
Let’s face it, buying a home can be stressful. We know that dealing with the finances, the house hunting, the contract negotiations and, finally, the packing and moving can be a lot of pressure. Imagine how devastated you would be if you did all of that...
By Melissa Forte-Litscher
As the years go by, our homes, much like any long-term relationship, might need a little extra attention to keep the spark alive. If you find yourself wanting to break up with your house, but it isn’t exactly time to sell, these top four upgrades can breathe...
By Melissa Forte-Litscher
Ready for 2024’s housing trends based on some national resources? You can expect national home prices to end up with about a 2.8% increase for 2023. Based on projections from Fannie Mae, Mortgage Brokers Association and the National Association of Realtors, look for an additional 1.5% price...
By Melissa Forte-Litscher, Realtor
As the year draws to a close, the real estate market experiences a unique landscape that savvy realtors can help their buyers and sellers leverage to their advantage. Whether you’re contemplating buying your dream home or considering selling a property, the end of the year presents...
By Melissa Forte-Litscher, Realtor
November is the perfect time for homeowners to undertake essential maintenance tasks to prepare their homes for the changing season. With the arrival of cooler temperatures and the ever-shortening daylight hours, it’s essential to shift our focus to the comforts of home. This is the ideal...
By Melissa Forte-Litscher
If you’re thinking about selling your home in the Fort Walton Beach area, you may be contemplating whether to go it alone or enlist the help of a seller’s agent. Allow me to show you that in today’s unique real estate market, the expertise of a local...
