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lorida has seen steady growth since it attained statehood. It became a haven not only for retirees but also for couples just starting their families. The main lures, many speculated, are fine weather and a slower pace of life. Tax rates were also known to be among the lowest of any state. Owning real estate in Florida has, therefore, been a common dream of people who dig ease and comfort either as an everyday routine or as they walk toward the twilight of their lives.
The state has great regions and your interest in real estate can be realized with much less hassle when you commission the right people to assist you in your quest for a spot in this vast haven. One great opportunity you should not miss is the real estate show. Feast your eyes on the new communities waiting for you in Florida without having to set foot in the state. Organizers of these shows set up the ideal forum in many states where you can meet home builders, developers, and real estate agents all 32 | DISTRICTHOMEMAGAZINE.COM
eager to impress you about bringing you closer to a new Florida real estate, or perhaps a new home.
REPRESENTATION
Once you are sure that you want a home in Florida, you have to decide on what type of representation you prefer. If you do not have sufficient knowledge of the ins and outs of buying real estate, you need some form of representation. Here are some of the alternatives and the range of assistance you can expect, including how helpful they can be in your best interest: • SINGLE AGENT: Your relationship with a single agent under normal and ethical practice is to be entirely by your side. Their responsibilities include honest and fair dealing, confidentiality, full disclosure, loyalty, obedience, accounting of funds, presenting offers and counter-offers, FALL | WINTER 2021
