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How Canadian's can buy in Florida without getting
burned - Experts project that increasing numbers
of Canadians will join the more than three million
others who currently escape our northern winter
annually as Snowbirds or live in the US year round.
Whether you want to move seasonally or permanently
to the band of warm Southern US states known as the
"Sun Belt," there are a few cold hard facts to
consider first.
International buyers flock to Florida Real Estate
- Inman News reports that a devalued dollar has
provided a number of buyers with more buying power
in the Sunshine State, and that foreign buyers are
particularly drawn to Florida luxury homes,
considering that Florida gives foreign buyers more
for their money than their native lands do.
Hot Market: Austin Joins Top Ranks for Growth -
Forbes magazine ranked Austin, Texas, #3 in its Best
Cities for Jobs in 2008 and that makes Austin a
great target area for real estate. The Texas state
capital city came in #1 for income growth in the
Forbes list and #2 for job growth. When you consider
that houses are where the jobs go at night, then
Austin homeowners are sure to rest well, knowing
they're in a good spot for equity growth.
Investor Report: Private Mortgage Insurance Changes
- Whether you're a buyer or a seller of residential
investment real estate, you need to know about two
policy changes that could put a financial damper on
some of your deals.
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