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Bye-Bye Big Investors?
In recent discussions, Donald Trump has raised the idea of limiting or preventing large corporations and institutional investors from purchasing single-family homes. While details and enforcement would ultimately depend on legislation, the conversation alone signals a potential shift in housing policy that buyers should understand.

Jordan Matthews
3 days ago2 min read


Florida's Real Estate Wish List
A list of 10 Christmas wishes for Florida Real estate for the incoming year.

Ron Cardenas
Dec 23, 20253 min read


The Pressure Valve For Step-Up Buyers
In Central Florida, the “step-up” market is basically caught in a financial squeeze—and that’s exactly why new construction has become the pressure valve for second-time buyers. 1. Where first-time and step-up prices sit now Rough ballpark for today’s prices: Tampa: Median sale price around $420K . Redfin Polk County: Median sold price around $311K–315K ; median listing about $ 335K . Realtor +1 Orlando / East Orlando: Orlando median sales around $415K–423K , with East Orl

Ron Cardenas
Dec 7, 20254 min read


Florida's Big Tax Showdown:
The future of property taxes in Florida hangs on one bold proposal.

Ron Cardenas
Dec 1, 20252 min read


The 50-Year Mortgage Buzz:
The real estate world has a new obsession — and it’s not rates, inventory, or the next hot city. It’s the 50-year mortgage. TikTok loves it, headlines hype it, younger buyers are curious, and the internet is completely divided. Some call it the future of affordability; others say it’s the next big financial trap.

Ron Cardenas
Nov 15, 20253 min read


3 Advanced Strategies
Buying and selling—especially at the same time—is one of the biggest financial and personal decisions you'll make. And yet, too often,...

Ron Cardenas
Mar 22, 20253 min read


4 Key Things To Track
As a homeowner, your property isn’t just where you live—it’s also one of your most valuable financial assets. Even if you’re not planning...

Ron Cardenas
Mar 21, 20252 min read


6 Reasons To Use Equity
If you’ve owned your home for a while, chances are you’ve built up a significant amount of equity. Instead of letting that equity sit idle, you can put it to work by leveraging it to invest in additional real estate.

Ron Cardenas
Feb 20, 20253 min read


8 Tips To Navigate Selling To Buy
The process of selling and buying simultaneously can be intricate. Communicate openly with your real estate professionals, stay organized, and be prepared for unexpected twists.

Ron Cardenas
Feb 17, 20252 min read


5 Benefits of Owning
Owning a home has long been considered a cornerstone of the American dream. While the real estate market has seen its share of...

Ron Cardenas
Feb 11, 20252 min read


4 Ways To Leverage Your Mortgage
There are many financial gurus that frown upon the use of credit. However, using and leveraging your credit to own assets such as real estate can position you to improve your financial standing. Debt instruments such as mortgages can help you leverage your equity to purchase, invest, or consolidate other high-interest debt accounts.

Ron Cardenas
Feb 5, 20252 min read


5 Common Concerns
When Selling Your Property Selling a property can be a significant undertaking, often accompanied by a myriad of considerations and challenges. Whether you are a first-time seller or have sold multiple properties in the past, there are always common concerns that arise during the process. Let's explore five common concerns sellers face and discuss key market conditions that could impact your home sale, helping you navigate the process with confidence and clarity. Achieving T

Ron Cardenas
Feb 5, 20253 min read


7 High-Value Upgrades
Of course, you want to make the home your own and put your personal touches on it. However, if you're open to selling your home in the near future you should also consider what upgrades would appeal to the broadest range of potential buyers.

Ron Cardenas
Feb 5, 20252 min read
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