Cheryl A. Johnson P.A.'s Blog

Posted on 12/28/2020

Photo by Helloquence on Unsplash When financing a home purchase, one of the most basic decisions to make is where to get your mortgage from. The basic options are whether you should go to a mortgage lender or not. Financing with a mortgage lender has both pros and cons. Pro: Many Loan Options If you go to a...

Mortgage

Lending

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Posted on 12/21/2020

How to Make the Best Impression on Home Buyers

Although all home buyers have different tastes, expectations, and preferences, there are several things you as a home seller can do to make your home more appealing. Three priorities worth keeping in mind are spaciousness (or, at least, the appearance of it), brightness, and cleanliness. Whether your home is a compact cottage or a large colonial, a feeling of...

How To Stage Your Home To Sell

Cleaning Checklist

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Posted on 12/14/2020

Understanding Funding Options for Land Purchases

Image by Peggy und Marco Lachmann-Anke from Pixabay You’ve decided it’s time to build the dream house you’ve always wanted. An exciting time! Prior to hiring builders to construct your home, it’s critical to understand the financials involved before you start the planning process. Securing funding for land is different than obtaining a traditional home mortgage. For starters,...

Posted on 12/07/2020

Is Remote Home Buying the Best Option for You?

Image by congerdesign from Pixabay If you're looking to buy a new home, there's no reason you should be limited by your geographic area. In today's digital world, buying a home in another city, another state or even in another country has never been easier or more convenient. Additionally, when you buy a home remotely, you're not limited...

Posted on 11/30/2020

Bathroom/Vanity Organization

Photo by JamesDeMers via Pixabay Having a well-organized bathroom is a homeowner’s dream. To get your bathroom organized you just need a little time and effort, and the will to rid yourself of a few unnecessary items. Purge — Everyone has a tendency to over-purchase and overstock on bathroom products every once in a while. In order to...

Posted on 11/23/2020

Should You Get a Reverse Mortgage?

Photo by 3D Animation Production Company via PixabayIf you’re retired, own your own home and have trouble making ends meet, a reverse mortgage may seem like the answer to prayers. You get to stay in your house and you’ll have some extra cash to see you through. Before you run to the nearest lender, however, consider the downside...

Retirement

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Posted on 11/16/2020

Choose the Right Motion Detector Spotlight

Photo by John Paulsen on Unsplash Adding a motion detector light outside your house contributes greatly to your home’s security. Besides being able to clearly see any people or wildlife approaching your home, the sudden flash of a powerful spotlight turning on discourages intruders as they cannot be sure whether the light has a motion detector or was...

Posted on 11/09/2020

Budgetless Renovation: How to Stay on Track

Image by Malachi Witt from Pixabay You might think renovating a home is simple when budget isn't a factor, but when there are no limits, it's deceptively easy to become side railed. Getting off-track on a home renovation can be disastrous. You may end up with rooms that feel cavernous and impossible to fill or hallways that meander...

Posted on 12/19/2020

2248 Se 27th Dr #205-D, Homestead, FL 33035 is now new to the market!

Enjoy resort style living in this 2 bedroom 2 bath condo at desirable Keys Gate with security guard at gate entry. This unit has been renovated with new white kitchen cabinets, new stainless steel appliances including washer/dryer, new beautiful grey laminate floors throughout with fresh white baseboards and soft grey walls. Exterior has complete accordian shutters. Your screened balcony faces the open air beauty of nature. The Keys Gate clubhouse offers from pool/hot tub to saunas, locker room and fitness center. There is a billiard room with multiple tables, library, card room and more. Keys Gate has something for...

Posted on 12/05/2020

9360 SW 40th Ter, Miami, FL 33165 is now new to the market!

Ideal location for this well maintained duplex with 2 bedroom 1 bath on each side. It has terrazzo floors, shingle roof, central a/c. Large fenced back...

Posted on 11/15/2020

Another Property Sold - 10018 Hammocks Blvd #104-5, Miami, FL 33196

This impeccably maintained 3 bedroom 2 bath first floor condo at Blossoms at the Hammocks shows like a model. Tiled floors throughout meet you in the foyer and lead to the spacious eat in kitchen. Three sizable bedrooms with plenty of closet space. Two baths that have been updated with huge tub/shower in master bath. Also features accordion shutters, tankless water heater, 1 yr old A/C and storage area on exterior of unit for bikes to enjoy the 7 miles of trains for jogging, biking and walking. The Hammocks Community offer many amenities including 4 pools, tennis, basketball and sandy...

Posted on 11/15/2020

Another Property Sold - 10018 Hammocks Blvd #104-5, Miami, FL 33196

This impeccably maintained 3 bedroom 2 bath first floor condo at Blossoms at the Hammocks shows like a model. Tiled floors throughout meet you in the foyer and lead to the spacious eat in kitchen. Three sizable bedrooms with plenty of closet space. Two baths that have been updated with huge tub/shower in master bath. Also features accordion shutters, tankless water heater, 1 yr old A/C and storage area on exterior of unit for bikes to enjoy the 7 miles of trains for jogging, biking and walking. The Hammocks Community offer many amenities including 4 pools, tennis, basketball and sandy...