Step-by-step guides for purchasing property on the Florida Gulf Coast.
Flood Zones in Florida: A Buyer’s Guide Flood zone designation affects your insurance costs, your lender requirements, and your long-term ownership costs. Here is what every Gulf Coast buyer needs to understand. Buying Process · Sea to Sky Realty What Is a Flood Zone? FEMA (the Federal Emergency Management Agency) divides the United States into…
HOA Restrictions: What Every Gulf Coast Buyer Must Know Homeowner associations (HOAs) govern most planned communities in Florida. Understanding their rules — especially around rentals — is essential before making any purchase decision. Buying Process · Sea to Sky Realty What Is an HOA? A Homeowner Association (HOA) is a governing body for a residential…
Understanding Closing Costs in Florida Closing costs are the fees and charges due at the time of closing, in addition to your down payment. For buyers in Florida, these typically range from 2% to 5% of the purchase price. Buying Process · Sea to Sky Realty What Are Closing Costs? Closing costs are fees paid…
How the US Real Estate System Works Buying property in the United States follows a process that differs significantly from European and other international systems. Here is what you need to know before you start your search. Buying Process · Sea to Sky Realty The Role of the Real Estate Agent In the United States,…