Getting your offer accepted on a home is exciting, but for many first time home buyers, it can also feel overwhelming.

Once you are officially under contract, there are several important steps that need to happen quickly to help keep the transaction moving smoothly.

If you are buying a home here is a simple breakdown of what to expect next.

1. Submit Your Earnest Money Deposit (EMD)

One of the first things buyers need to do after going under contract is submit their earnest money deposit, also known as the EMD.

This deposit shows t...

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Respecting Your Realtor's Time: What Buyers and Sellers Can Learn From a High Profile Florida Commission Dispute

A recent Florida real estate lawsuit has sparked conversations across the industry after a Miami Dade jury awarded approximately $47.8 million in a commission related dispute involving the sale of a luxury property in Golden Beach.

According to publicly reported coverage, the lawsuit centered on allegations involving a real estate commission and professional representation during the transaction. While the case may still be subject to appeals and additional legal proceedings, it has generated discussion about the value Realtors bring to the home buying and selling process and the im...

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Buying a home is one of the biggest financial decisions most people will ever make.

And while finding the right home is exciting, one of the most important steps in the home buying process happens after the contract is signed.

The inspection.

In today's real estate market, home inspections are more important than ever for buyers purchasing homes.

A home may look beautiful on the surface, but an inspection helps buyers better understand the overall condition of the property befo...

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