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    A home inspection is a professional evaluation of a home's visible, readily accessible condition at the time of the inspection. In Florida, home inspection services are defined as a limited visual examination of specified installed systems and components, including the structure, electrical syst

    There is no single dollar amount that makes an HOA fee too high. A $500 monthly fee could be expensive for one community and reasonable for another, depending on what it includes, what the association maintains, its insurance obligations, amenities, reserve funding, and the property's overall co

    If a title search finds a problem with a Florida property, the issue generally needs to be evaluated and, when required by the transaction, resolved or otherwise addressed before closing. A title problem does not automatically mean the sale is over. Issues can include an unreleased mortgage, tax

    A builder warranty is protection associated with a newly constructed home that can cover certain defects in construction, workmanship, materials, systems, or structural components for specified periods. Exactly what is covered depends on the property, builder, written warranty, and applicable la

    You may be financially ready to buy a house when you have reliable income, a manageable monthly budget, enough cash for the down payment and closing expenses, funds left for emergencies, and a realistic understanding of the total cost of owning the property. Mortgage qualification is only part o

    Old Bridge Village Condos combine waterfront living, boating access and one of Bradenton Beach's most convenient island locations. This intimate condominium community sits near the bay and Intracoastal Waterway, while the Gulf of Mexico beach and Historic Bridge Street are only a short walk away

    Bay Winds Condominiums at 117 10th Street N offer an intimate alternative to larger Anna Maria Island condo communities. Located directly on Anna Maria Sound in Bradenton Beach, Bay Winds is a five-unit condominium with bay and Intracoastal views, fishing and boating-oriented amenities, and Gulf

    Gulf View Condominiums at 104 Gulf Drive S put the Gulf of Mexico considerably closer than the name might suggest. This Bradenton Beach community is directly on the Gulf side of Anna Maria Island, with beachfront access, Gulf views, a heated swimming pool and Historic Bridge Street nearby. Curre

    Pelican Cove Resort Condos at 901 Gulf Drive S offer an unusual combination of waterfront and beach-oriented living in Bradenton Beach. The community sits along the Intracoastal side of Anna Maria Island, while the Gulf beach is directly across Gulf Drive. Current property information identifies

    Bay View Terrace Condominiums at 117 7th Street N in Bradenton Beach offer a compelling combination of waterfront scenery and Gulf beach access on Anna Maria Island. The 40-unit community overlooks Anna Maria Sound and the Intracoastal Waterway, with a heated waterfront pool, patio, kayak storag

    Bermuda Bay Club in Bradenton Beach offers one of Anna Maria Island's most appealing combinations, Gulf beach access across the street and a community that extends east toward the bay. The Key West-style condominium community features three-bedroom townhome residences, a heated pool and spa, gar

    Imperial House of Bradenton Beach is a 70-unit condominium community at 611 Gulf Drive N on Anna Maria Island, offering an unusual beach-to-bay setting with Gulf beach frontage on one side and bayside property with a fishing pier on the other. Built in 1969, the low-rise community provides a ver

    Bridgeport Condominiums at 501 Gulf Drive N in Bradenton Beach offer a distinctive Anna Maria Island combination, Gulf beach access across the street, Intracoastal and Gulf-oriented views depending on the residence, a heated community pool, and Historic Bridge Street within walking distance. The

    The Jewel Sarasota is a boutique luxury condominium tower at 1301 Main Street, at the prominent intersection of Main Street and Gulfstream Avenue in Downtown Sarasota. The 18-story mixed-use building combines expansive residences, Sarasota Bay and city views, extensive private amenities, garage

    Azure Shores is a coastal neighborhood in Bradenton Beach on the southern portion of Anna Maria Island, placing residents near Gulf beaches, Sarasota Bay, Bridge Street, restaurants, shops, boating, and other island destinations. The neighborhood is not a uniform master-planned development. Prop

    Some of the best golf courses near Parrish, Florida include The Club at River Wilderness, Moccasin Wallow Golf Club, Buffalo Creek Golf Course, Waterlefe Golf & River Club, The Links at Greenfield Plantation, Heritage Harbour Golf Club, and River Strand Golf & Country Club. The choices range fro

    The contingencies to consider in a home offer depend on the property, financing, contract form, and risks that matter to you. Common protections can involve inspections, financing, appraisal, homeowners or flood insurance, and the sale of an existing home. Some protections may already be built i

    Before buying a condo, ask exactly how many parking spaces come with the residence, where they are located, whether they are legally part of the unit, limited common elements, assigned spaces, or another type of parking right, and whether those rights transfer when you buy. Also investigate seco

    A house that needs a new roof can still be worth buying if you understand the roof's condition, replacement scope, cost, insurance implications, financing requirements, and how those factors affect the overall value of the property. An aging roof by itself is not necessarily a reason to walk awa

    A seller concession is a negotiated contribution from the seller toward certain costs associated with the buyer's home purchase. Depending on the mortgage program and transaction, a seller credit may help pay eligible closing costs, prepaid expenses, discount points, or other permitted charges.