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Estimating Closing Costs When Paying Cash for a Property

By David Sicherman | March 31, 2026

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Paying cash for a property eliminates the mortgage, but it does not eliminate closing costs. You still have fees to pay. The good news? Cash buyers pay significantly less in closing costs than financed buyers. No lender means no lender …

Homeowners Insurance and Closing Costs: What You Need to Know

By David Sicherman | March 17, 2026

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You are getting ready to close on a property and you see a big charge for homeowners insurance on your settlement statement. Wait, do you really have to pay a full year of insurance at closing? Is that part of …

Understanding Settlement Services in Real Estate

By David Sicherman | March 10, 2026

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When you buy a property, a lot happens behind the scenes before you get the keys. The professionals who handle all that behind-the-scenes work provide what the industry calls “settlement services.” These services keep the transaction moving and make sure …

Closing Day: How Long Does It Take to Sign All the Papers?

By David Sicherman | March 3, 2026

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Closing day is the finish line of a real estate transaction. You have found the property, negotiated the deal, lined up financing, and done your due diligence. Now all that is left is signing a stack of paperwork. But how …

How to Get a Loan to Flip a House: A Step-by-Step Guide

By David Sicherman | November 12, 2024

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Financing Your House Flip: How to Get a Loan Have you ever watched those home renovation shows where investors turn run-down properties into stunning homes? That’s house flipping in action. But unlike TV, the real challenge often isn’t picking the …

Who Chooses the Title Company in Florida – Buyer or Seller?

By David Sicherman | August 15, 2022

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A real estate transaction may involve so many agents and entities that all play a role in ensuring a successful one. There is choosing a real estate agent, deciding the mortgage broker to deal with, contractors (in the event of …

How Much Does Title Insurance Cost in Florida?

By David Sicherman | July 23, 2022

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Florida Title Insurance Costs Every intending homebuyer wants a seamless purchase process without any hitches. However, on some occasions, certain problems may come up in relation to the property title. In such a situation, you want to be protected so …

Who Pays Title Insurance and Closing Costs in Florida?

By David Sicherman | April 6, 2022

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Different states within the US have specific laws that govern the workings of real estate transactions conducted within their borders. These laws mostly dictate things such as the property documents sellers are mandated to provide, property tax rate, title lien …