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This is What Happens at Your Real Estate Closing
A Step-by-Step Guide Woo Hoo, you've made it! You've found your dream home, survived the negotiations, and navigated the mortgage process. Now comes the final hurdle: closing day. For many buyers and sellers, this is the most mysterious part of the transaction. Will you sign your life away? Is it a party or a paperwork marathon? Who actually gets the keys? Let's break it down! Here's exactly what to expect at your Florida real estate closing,...
Title Insurance for Homebuyers: What You Need to Be Secure
Your Ultimate Guide to Protecting Your Home Investment By Hayley Baldinelli, J.D., Closing Manager at Preferred Settlement Services Why it MattersHow it Title WorksKey Benefits of Florida Title InsuranceCommon Title Issues in Sarasota (And How Insurance Helps)The...
Must Reads: Mike’s Top Picks for Sarasota Real Estate
Private Dining Club Coming to Sarasota First Horizon Bank will finance the Construction of 1000 North Sarasota (read more...). How will Moody’s downgrade of US debt affect mortgage rates? This downgrade has sparked a range of reactions among market participants, with...
Generational Shifts in Real Estate: What Sarasota Agents Need to Know
The National Association of REALTORS® (NAR) recently released its annual report on Home Buyers and Sellers Generational Trends, providing valuable insights into the evolving real estate landscape. At Preferred Settlement Services, we understand how crucial it is for...
New FinCEN Reporting Rules: Sarasota Real Estate Agent Guide
The real estate world evolves constantly. At Preferred Settlement Services, we keep Sarasota agents informed about 2025 FinCEN rule updates and transaction changes. Soon, a major shift arrives. The new FinCEN reporting mandate takes effect December 1, 2025. It...
Building Connections, Brick by Brick
'This morning marked an exciting milestone for Preferred Settlement Services. Infanti Law Firm, and the Sarasota real estate community. We hosted our very first collaborative "Coffee Connect for Real Estate Investors," and the energy in the air was truly electric. Led...
The Essentials of Retrofitting Multifamily Properties for Energy Efficiency
Ever come across the term “retrofit” and wondered what it actually means? You’re not alone! Retrofitting is becoming an increasingly popular trend in the building industry, offering benefits for both homeowners and business owners alike. So, what exactly is...
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