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What is a Buyer’s Agent Agreement in Real Estate?

Whether you’re a first-time real estate buyer or you bought or transferred property in Palm Beach County or Port St. Lucie, you’ll want to know the current provisions of a buyer’s agent agreement that went into effect last year. A

What You Need to Know about Mortgage Pre-approval Before House Hunting

Pre-approving a mortgage loan with your preferred lender will give you and your Lang Realty agent a major advantage with a seller. Don’t underestimate what pre-approval will mean in a competitive real estate market. Why get pre-approved for a mortgage?

Music or Show Season Tickets Already on Sale Here

Whether you’re into live shows with the pros on tour or professional regional theater, concerts or dance, you’ll find tickets are already on sale here. Most venues are encouraging subscriptions. The box office is open at major venues like the

What You Need to Know about Closing Costs in Florida

A closing is the final real estate transaction to buy or sell, in this case residential property. You can count on your Lang Realty agent’s market expertise to guide you through this process that usually takes 30 to 60 days.

Why August is a Such a Smart Time to Buy Real Estate in South Florida

Timing is everything, and you won’t have to stand in line if you’re home or condo shopping in South Florida now. Lang Realty’s 200+ agents will tell you this is the best time to buy. Why? Less competition with other

Contingent vs Pending in Real Estate: What’s the Difference?

Real estate in a desirable location like Boca Raton with limited housing for sale translates into competitive bidding. So, if you’ve homed in on that type of property, you can rely on your Lang Realty agent’s expertise in how and

What Is a Real Estate Contingency and How Does It Work?

A contingency is something that may or may not happen in the future. In real estate, that translates to an offer accepted but the final sale depends on certain criteria that has to be met or the potential buyer can

Florida’s Monthlong Back-to-School Tax Holiday Starts Aug. 1

With Palm Beach and Martin County public schools opening Aug. 11, the state just announced a back-to-school tax holiday the entire month of August starting Friday. So, if you’re house-hunting with kids, here’s another incentive. Also see below for Lang

What are the Benefits of an Energy-Efficient Home?

The state of Florida understands the new priorities for house hunters. That translates to utility costs and may even include protection from the elements. So, if you’re a potential Lang Realty buyer in Palm Beach County from Boca Raton to

Open/Close Times to Shop Here

The hours to go grocery shopping or hit the local mall here vary, and they may be different once you move to Boca Raton, Delray Beach or other Palm Beach County cities and towns. So, you can still plan your

Lang’s Back-to-School Drive

With the first day of school just a few weeks away on Aug. 11, Lang Realty and Lang Management through Lang Cares are teaming up to spread the word on their Back-to-School supplies drive through Thursday July 31. Please share

Tax Benefits of Homeownership in Florida

 There’s a reason so many famous people become Florida residents. Their business and savvy financial advisors know the tax advantages of owning a home in the Sunshine State are hard to beat. No state income tax. No estate or inheritance

What is a leaseback agreement in Florida real estate deals?

If you’re selling a home and may need more time to move out, you can make a legal arrangement with the buyer to stay in the house or condo, even after you close on the property. What is a leaseback

National Park & Recreation Month Ramps Up Activities in Boca

You’ll find plenty to do in both the city of Boca Raton and Palm Beach County’s park in suburban west Boca the whole month of July. “We’re excited to celebrate this year’s theme: Build Together, Play Together,” Boca’s Recreation Services.

July Public Events in Boca Raton

The Florida Real Estate Power of Attorney: When and How to Use it

Florida has a special power of attorney for real estate transactions that may apply to you. It’s for people who prefer someone else to act on their behalf for dealings in real property. What is a power of attorney for

A Sporting Summer in Boca

The advantage of moving to South Florida is you and your kids can play sports all year-round. For kids, the city of Boca Raton’s Summer Recreation Guide lists all programming: The Recreator | Boca Raton, FL The city offers 30

June is National Homeownership Month

No better time to buy in Palm Beach or St. Lucie counties than the 23rd anniversary of National Homeownership Month in June. “A homeowner’s average net worth in 2024 was $400,000 – about 40 times that of a renter at

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