Buying a Home in 2020

The home-buying process can be overwhelming, but with Navarre Real Estate Source, you can rest assured your needs and wants will be handled with care. Our licensed Real Estate agents are familiar with the Gulf Coast area, schools, shopping centers, restaurants and beaches.

Tips to Purchase Your Home in 2020
Checking Your Credit Score: Complete a soft inquiry on your credit score via TransUnion, Equifax, etc. Your credit score makes an impact on the interest rate for your home mortgage loan.

Pay Down/Off Credit Cards: Decrease your debt to income by paying down or paying off credit cards.

Get Pre-approved: Getting pre-approved will give you an idea of your max budget, which is important to know during the home buying process. This will allow a NRES agent to aid you in the home search.

Find Your Real Estate Agent: With NRES you can rest assured we will help you find the best home for you and your family. We will be with you from start to finish; including writing the offer, home inspection, final walk-thru and the closing table. With NRES, you’re treated like family.

When you’re ready to purchase a new home, look no further. Our team of experts are ready to help you find the home of your dreams, even during this COVID-19 crisis.

Navarre Homes For Sale

Searching for Navarre homes for sale? Don’t miss out on an opportunity to own your dream home. Buyers are always in competition with other buyers in every market when it comes to finding that “best of the best” home. At Navarre Real Estate Source, our goal is to ensure that we present you with the most accurate information on all Navarre homes for sale and that your best interests are protected.

Navarre Real Estate Source is a full service, customer oriented, and results driven business. We strive to exceed our customers’ expectations within the home selling process. Selling your home can potentially be a very stressful time, and we will utilize every resource at our disposal to make the process as smooth for you as possible.

All NRES Agents are comprehensively trained utilizing Shannon Mills’ 15 years Real Estate experience, along with her Bachelor’s Degree in Business Management and Marketing. Whether your goal is to sell your home quick, for top dollar, or a little bit of both; we have the knowledge and tools to make that happen. Your goals are our priority.

Search for ALL MLS homes for sale in Navarre area, including surrounding areas. These Navarre area homes for sale include all properties available on the market and our search is continually updated. Basically, you will be the first to know when your dream home comes available! You can contact us online directly or by phone at (850) 259-3861 and we’ll get right back to you.

Find Your Dream Home

When you’re looking for a real estate agent to guide you through the complex home buying process? You need a Navarre Real Estate Source realtor who is well-trained, highly skilled, expert who lives and breathes the real estate market. No one is more qualified to represent your interests and serve your needs than a Navarre Real Estate Source associate.

With unparalleled instruction on the difficulties of the home buying process and a deep understanding of the local housing market, we are uniquely-qualified to guide you from your home search and financing, to the closing table and moving day, so that you can live in the home of your dreams.

Need Help Finding Your Dream Home?

We’re here to help! Our job is to make this a smooth process for you and the best way to get started is to let us know a little bit about the status of your home search process. You can contact us online directly or by phone at 850.987.HOME(4663) and we’ll get right back to you!

Before you start looking for a home you should ask yourself a few questions:

• Have you determined your price range or consulted a lender to determine the best price range?
• Where do you want to live? Is there a particular neighborhood or community that you like? Are schools important?
• What kind of house would you like? Are you looking for a particular style? How many bedrooms/bathrooms do you want?
• Is a home office a necessity? Do you need a bonus room or flex-room?
• Do you entertain often? Is a home suitable for entertaining something you’re looking for?
• Do you want a pool, yard, gated or guard gated community?

Purchasing a home is a big decision and the trusted Navarre Real Estate Source is here for you! Give us a call today to begin the exciting home buying process.

Property Management

Navarre Real Estate Source knows the importance of having qualified and quality tenants that will maintain the home they are renting. We are 100% focused on obtaining these quality tenants and in maintaining and enhancing the value of your investment property.

Our comprehensive property management services mean we handle the day-to-day tasks of managing the property so you don’t have to. Because we treat each of our clients’ properties as if they were our own, every detail is accounted for. Services include marketing the property, screening applicants, coordinating lease signings, collecting rent payments, responding to owner and tenant requests, and arranging for repairs when needed. We work as a team to accomplish this mission.

Expert property management is more than collecting rent checks and fixing leaky faucets, it’s about people. The people who own the house and the people who make it their home. Our goal is always to create an atmosphere of trust and reliability so all parties can feel confident in the decisions they make. If you’re looking for a property manager, contact us online today!

12 Tips for Selling Your Property

Before you put your property on the market, ask your Real Estate agent for guidance on improving your properties presentation. Your agent can fill you in on what buyers expect in your particular market and at your home’s price point. The following 12 tips are a way to get a head start on preparing to sell your property.

Increase your curb appeal
To make sure buyers want to see the inside of your home, make sure the outside is well kept, inviting and tidy. It’s important to touch-up or completely repaint trim, edge along sidewalks and paths, keep the grass cut, maintain flowers and shrubs and keep the yard tidy. You never know when curious buyers will drive by.

Get rid of clutter
You want to try and maximize the space in your home, the more clutter, the more uncomfortable things will feel. A cluttered home can make your home feel a lot smaller than it is. Go through all of your stuff and clear out the non-essential items. Even if you don’t want to go through all of your stuff now, make sure you at least put things away in places where the buyers won’t be looking. Rent a storage place if needed.

Paint interior
If your going to paint the interior, stick with neutral colors. Neutrals don’t distract and they allow potential buyers to imagine their things in your home. Maybe go with off white and light creamy colors.

Make sure you take good photos
The pictures you use on your listing could make or break your sale. They’re the first thing anyone sees. If you’re not a photographer, consider hiring a professional. Good listing photos can make the difference when it comes to getting buyers over to your house.

Make repairs
Before you put your home on the market, make any minor repairs that could give buyers second thoughts about the home. Making small repairs throughout the home can give buyers the impression that the home is well-maintained.

Clean
Do a thorough clean of your home. Start at the top, the attic or second-story rooms, and work your way down. Clean the ceiling light fixtures first, scrub woodwork and walls and finish with floors. As you work your way down, ensure that each room is completely clean before moving on to the next. Try not to drag dirt from one area back into the place you just cleaned.

Take advantage of good lighting.
A bright home is more inviting to buyers. Let the sunlight in if possible. If your home is dim, add some better lighting. Even buying brighter light bulbs can help. When you have a scheduled showing, make sure all of your curtains are drawn and lights remain on.

Consider a professional cleaning.
Make sure your kitchen and baths are spotless. Buyers will pay closer attention to these areas. In addition, make sure your carpets are as clean as possible. If need be consider having your carpets professionally cleaned. Spending a couple hundred could save you thousands by preventing the buyer from thinking they need to replace the carpets immediately.

Address all odors.
Smell is powerful, and can easily drive someone away from buying your home. In some cases you may not even realize there is a smell. Ask a friend or your Realtor if there are any unpleasant odors, like pet or cooking odors and address them before you show.

Make your kitchen appealing.
According to HGTV, the kitchen can make or break a buyer’s impression of the property’s interior. Even inexpensive updates such as paint and hardware can help spruce up an otherwise outdated space.

Don’t forget the backyard
Keep your backyard looking spacious and functional. Plant or pot colorful flowers and keep the landscaping trimmed and neat. Consistently pick up after your pets so buyers feel comfortable touring the yard.

Take your pets somewhere for showings.
It’s hard to imagine, but some people just don’t like animals. Take the pets somewhere safe and comfortable, like a friend’s home. Having evidence of your pet, including their odors can be a real turn off to some people.

Sell your home quickly with Navarre Real Estate Source. Contact us today!

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Home Buying Tips for 2019

Purchasing a home can be overwhelming and stressful, but with Navarre Real Estate Source, we strive to make the process as easy as possible. We guide our clients through the process step by step, never leaving them wondering where to go next.

Here are easy home buying tips for 2019:

Check Credit Score: A higher credit score will allow you to get a lower interest rate when you get pre-approved with a lender. Additionally, it impacts how much a lender will loan you.

Get Pre-Approved: It is important to know how much you can afford when looking for your property. Getting your heart set on a property that is not within your budget can be heart-breaking. Find out how much you can comfortably afford.

Create a Must Have List: Is a A+ school important to your family? A large kitchen? Swimming pool? A large bathroom with his and her vanities? Creating a list will allow Navarre Real Estate Source agents to narrow down properties to show you within your price range.

Save for a Down Payment: A down payment on a home is typically 20%, depending on the loan type you select. If you put less than 20% of a down payment, PMI (private mortgage insurance) may be applied to your loan. If you are a service member, a veteran, or eligible surviving spouse, you may qualify for a VA Home Loan, which can provide 100% financing.

Budget for Fees: Budget for extra costs that the seller may not pay for, including appraisal fees, inspection fees, closing costs, property taxes and home insurance. Other fees that will not be covered by the seller are utility hook-up fees, HOA fees, etc.

Take Your Time: Don’t rush into purchasing a home. Finding the perfect home for you and your family will take time. The process after making an offer is also time-consuming, don’t let this discourage you from buying a home.

Finding the Right Real Estate Agent: Navarre Real Estate Source’s team of knowledgeable Real Estate agents are here to help you from beginning to end. Our mission is to help you find the perfect home.

When you are ready to start the search for your dream home, give us a call!

Why You Should List With Navarre Real Estate Source

Navarre Real Estate Source (NRES) is a full service, customer oriented, and results driven business. We strive to exceed our customers’ expectations within the home selling process. Selling your home can potentially be a very stressful time, and we will utilize every resource at our disposal to make the process as pleasant for you as possible. (Maybe even fun!) All NRES Agents are comprehensively trained utilizing Shannon Mills’ 15 years Real Estate experience, along with her Bachelor’s Degree in Business Management and Marketing. Whether your goal is to sell your home fast, for top dollar, or mix of both; we have the knowledge and tools to make that happen. Your goals are our priority!

The NRES difference…

In Depth Comparative Market Analysis:
Your dedicated NRES agent will do more than simply average the comparable homes in your area. Our in-depth market analysis includes an actual preview of your home, along with comprehensive adjustments adding value for the features that make your home unique! We work hard to find the extra value in your home, we want you to sell for the most profit possible!

Free Staging Consultation:
From decluttering, to moving furniture and décor, our agents know what helps sell a home fast and for top dollar! If you’re overwhelmed deciding what should stay and what should go in order to be show ready, don’t worry, your expert NRES agent is here to help. We will guide you step by step through each room and even outside!

Is your property is vacant and requires a little more décor? We can help guide you to the best professional stagers, and sometimes are able to provide a few key pieces ourselves!

Professional Photography and Editing:
Quality is key! This is our solemn vow to our customers:

• NO CELL PHONE PICTURES!
• NO BAD WEATHER PICTURES!
• NO BLOWN OUT WINDOWS!

We will showcase your home in its best possible light. NRES photographers are professionally trained with high grade equipment and editing software. We plan everything with the seller from making sure the home is photo ready, to timing the weather, home orientation vs. best lighting, natural/artificial lighting mixtures, and much more…
We believe that photos not only tell the story of your home, but they are also the most impactful selling tool. With the average buyer attention span being less than a minute, the quality of your photos and how they are arranged are paramount in gaining interest and getting buyers in the door.

Lifetime Access to Navarre Real Estate Source’s Exclusive Concierge Service:
One of the ways we set ourselves apart is by offering our customers Lifetime Access to NRES Exclusive Concierge Service. NRES has curated a list of vetted vendors, the best of the best in everything from handy men to roofers. Our dedicated team is only one call or text away from resolving any maintenance issues you may face when it comes to your home.

Navarre Real Estate Source is dedicated to becoming your lifetime consultant for all things home. We strive to go beyond the typical Real Estate transaction. NRES Exclusive Concierge Service was created to help clients have less stress before, during, and after closing on their home. Forget Angie, no need to Google, call your local experts at NRES and we will make sure you are properly taken care of.

Rapid Equity Consultation:
Also known as our “Bang for the buck” consultation. We often find sellers who want make some repairs or upgrades to their home prior to listing, but aren’t quite sure what will have the best “bang for the buck.” We even help advise sellers out of unnecessary upgrades! We don’t want you to spend money if you don’t have to. If you have a set budget to apply to your home, we can show you which upgrades will have the biggest impact. Your local NRES Real Estate Agent is a market expert who knows what brings in the buyers and the offers!

Customized Marketing Strategy:
Navarre Real Estate Source creates Customized Marketing Strategies focused around your home selling priorities. Sell quick, sell high, maybe a mixture of both? We have you covered. We will help you showcase your home’s positive features while helping you fix/minimize the negatives. NRES utilizes the best and most current technology to create your marketing strategy, including all social media platforms, internet syndication, and reverse prospecting.

Complete Internet Syndication to Zillow.com; Realtor.com; Trulia.com, etc…
When you list with NRES, your home will be listed on all the top Real Estate sites and apps available. Increased visibility increases your homes ability to sell fast and for maximum profit.

Call us today to see the NRES difference for yourself!

850.987.HOME(4663)

9 Home Staging Tips

If you’re looking to sell your home, properly staging it can make all the difference. Your home staging efforts should be designed to appeal to the widest possible range of buyers.

According to a 2017 National Association of Realtors study – 77% of buyers’ agents said staging made it easier for buyers to visualize the property as a future home, and one-third said that staging a home increased the dollar value between 1 – 5% compared to other similar homes on the market that are not staged. The study also found that the most important rooms to stage are the living room, kitchen, master bedroom, and dining room.

Here are 9 tips for staging your home that will have a positive impact on its price and appeal:

1. Highlight the home’s best features

Show what sets your home apart from the rest. For example, if your home has a fireplace, arrange the furniture to make it a focal point. If your home has a pool or spa, stage the area with neutral patio furniture, so you don’t detract from the water feature.

2. Lighting

Take advantage of your home’s natural light. Open all curtains and blinds when showing your home. Add supplemental lighting where necessary. Outdated or broken light fixtures can be cheaply and easily replaced. If you think your existing fixtures are fine, make sure to dust them, clean off any grime and empty out the dead bugs. Replace any blown bulbs.

3. Remove family photos and other sentimental items

Before you invite buyers into your home, it’s important to remove personal collections, sports memorabilia, family photos, and other personal items. Doing so helps potential home buyers envision themselves in the space.

4. Declutter and remove any trash

Make sure your trash cans are empty, and toilet lids are down. Ensure your closets aren’t overflowing with belongings. Remove all clutter from living areas and consider using air fresheners throughout your home, especially near pet areas and bathrooms. If you have cats clean the litter-box daily. If you have dogs make sure they smell clean and you wash the linens they lay on are cleaned often.

5. Consider the curb appeal

The lawn should be mowed, and leaves raked. Consider a hanging or potted plant for the entrance. Sweep the porch, walkways, deck, and ensure the garbage and recycling are tucked neatly away from the front of the house. You could also scrub the front door, porch, steps and outside railings.

6. Furniture

Ensure the furniture is the right size for the room, and try not to clutter a room with too much of it. Furniture that’s too big will make a room look small, while too little or too small furniture can make a space feel cold.

7. Neutralize

Something as simple as a paint job or carpeting can be a deterrent for potential buyers. Taupes and grays are ideal for creating a neutral color palette. Tans, whites & creams are also popular.

8. Walls and Ceilings

Cracks in the walls or ceiling are red flags to buyers as they may indicate foundation problems. If your home does have foundation problems, you will need to either fix them or alert potential buyers to them.

9. Finishing Touches

Add any last-minute touches that will make the home seem warm and inviting. This could include fresh flowers, letting fresh air into the house for at least ten minutes beforehand or putting new, plush, nicely folded towels in the bathrooms.

Staging your home when selling will allow prospective buyers to see themselves living in the property. Sell your home quickly with Navarre Real Estate Source. Contact us today!

Should I Rent or Buy a Home?

Debating on renting or buying a home? There are many options to consider when it comes to Navarre Real Estate, and putting your hard-earned money into someone else’s investment usually isn’t the best one. A quick look at the Navarre MLS will easily show you that our current rental market is very tight. If you are on a restricted budget, have pets or special needs, you easily could find yourself with very limited options. However, you may have more options available than you realize. Let’s talk about buying a home, and some of the benefits.

With today’s current interest rates, it is quite possible for you to own a larger and nicer home for equal or less than what you currently pay in rent. Many people believe they are stuck renting because they cannot afford the down payment to purchase their own home. In reality, buying a home is easier than ever, with the right help. There are several programs available today that make home ownership far more achievable. If you are a veteran, you may qualify for 100% financing with a 620 or higher credit score through the VA. With a great Real Estate agent, you may be able to get your closing costs paid (or even get money back).

If you are not a veteran, you may qualify for an FHA loan with a down payment as little as 3.5% for a credit score of 580 or higher. (Your credit score can be between 500 – 579 if a 10% down payment is made.)

There are also tax exemptions for homeowners that are not available to renters. These include: Local taxes, Real Estate Tax, the interest on your loan, and the Florida Homestead Exemption which is up to $50,000! Taking advantage of these tax benefits could save a great deal of money.

When you’re a tenant in someone else’s home, you are paying down their mortgage. You are putting your money into their investment – you’re a part of their long-term wealth strategy; wouldn’t you rather build your own? When you own your home, you upgrade and repair it as you like, while adding value to your investment!  You can enjoy a relatively stable monthly payment with a fixed mortgage.

As a tenant you could face:

• Yearly rent increases.
• Unforeseen relocation. (What if Landlord sells the home?)
  • Rent inflation can force you to settle on a substandard home.
  • Rental availability – will there even be decent homes on the rental market when you need them?
• Being forced to live in a home in disrepair while waiting on a negligent landlord.
• Inability to upgrade or customize home.
• Pet restrictions.

Home ownership provides security and peace of mind. When you own your home, you know it’s YOURS. With the right real estate agent to guide you, buying a home can be the best decision you make towards gaining control over not only your net worth, but your QUALITY OF LIFE!

If you are ready to begin your home search, you can rest assured you have found the best real estate agency in Navarre to help you. Whether you are seeking to access the Navarre MLS, need help prequalifying for a mortgage, or assistance finding your forever home… we’re here to help.

Have questions? Contact Shannon@NavarreRealEstateSource.com!