There is now a vast supply of homes under foreclosure and Short Sale in Miami. See how you can own a property under appraissed value! With a little effort and TLC you can have the house of your dreams. Call me now for a free consultation or e-mail me at: ShortSales@JoePerezRealtor.com
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PROPERTY TAX REFORM MEASURES IN PLACE
MIAMI DADE COUNTY - GOOD NEWS WE CAN USE! The following information is available at Miami Dade County Web site:
http://www.miamidade.gov/pa/home.asp
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Voters on Jan. 29, 2008, approved an amendment to the Florida Constitution effecting the following changes to the State’s property tax system.
- $50,000 HOMESTEAD EXEMPTION: Properties with a Homestead Exemption will be automatically upgraded to the new $50,000 benefit. New homeowners must file a first time application, which covers the newly increased Homestead Exemption. The extra $25,000 Homestead Exemption does not apply to School Board taxes.
- TRANSFER OF HOMESTEAD ASSESSMENT DIFFERENCE (Also known as PORTABILITY): Currently, property owners with a homestead exemption receive a benefit known as Amendment 10 or Save Our Homes cap. This Save Our Homes benefit works by limiting the increase of the assessed value of a home to a maximum of 3% regardless of any increase in market value. Under the new law, homeowners will be allowed to transfer this benefit to the next homestead property. Qualified applicants are now able to transfer (or port) this Save Our Homes benefit up to $500,000, whether they are buying a more expensive or less expensive home. Click here for the both the Homestead Exemption and Portability application.
- 10% CAP-ON-NON-HOMESTEAD PROPERTY: Starting in 2009, non-homesteaded properties will receive a 10% cap on assessments. This cap will be automatically applied to all properties without a homestead exemption. This 10% cap will not apply to taxes levied by the School Board. .
- TANGIBLE PERSONAL PROPERTY EXEMPTION: A $25,000 exemption on business equipment such as computers, office furniture and fixtures is available for 2008. To receive this benefit you must file your Tangible Personal Property Tax Return by April 1st.
For more information visit your Miami Dade County Web Site above.
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$50,000 Senior Exemption adopted by some municipalities in Miami Dade! The constitutional amendment approved by voters November, 2006 has given county and city governments the authority to increase property tax exemptions for senior citizens with limited income in some of Miami Dade municipalities to a maximum of $50,000. For details please refer to the following announcement in Miami Dade County website: http://www.miamidade.gov/pa/exempt_senior.asp
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The hard reality is that home prices in some Miami neighborhoods continue to go down fast. If you have been waiting to buy NOW may as well be your opportunity! We have properties for sale well under their appraised value!
Homes under SHORT-SALE and/or foreclosure are now part of our every day business at our office.
If you’re buying or selling a home or condo in Miami, or know somebody who is, call me confidentially.
(305) 331-5808
Joe Perez, e-PRO®, REALTOR®
LIC. REAL ESTATE BROKER ASSOCIATE
RIVAS REALTY OF FLORIDA, INC
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How High Tech Is Your Home?
If the latest technology or entertainment options are important in your new home, add the following questions to your buyer’s checklist.Are there enough jacks in every room for cable TV and high-speed Internet hookups?
Are there enough telephone extensions or jacks?
Is the home prewired for a home theater or multi-room audio and video?
Does the home have a local area network for linking computers?
Does the home already have wiring for DSL or other high-speed Internet connection?
Does the home have multizoning heating and cooling controls with programmable thermostats?
Does the home have multi-room lighting controls, window-covering controls, or other home automation features?
Is the home wired with multi-purpose in-wall wiring that allows for reconfigurations to update services as technology changes?
Visit the Consumer Electronics Association (www.ce.org/techhomerating) for a complete Tech Home ™ Rating Checklist.
| HOME IMPROVEMENT: Prices continue to climb for most remodeling jobs done to homes all over the US. Some preferred home improvement projects in Miami Dade are kitchens and baths with an average cost of about $20,000 for a minor remodeling. In both cases the "recoup" value in Miami of more than 90% at resale, makes it worthwhile to upgrade your home, either if you want to sell or if you wish to stay and enjoy your improvements! |
KNOW MIAMI: MIAMI SPRINGS. -Miami Springs is a cozy triangle of peaceful land with plush landscapes and calm neighborhoods hidden from all the intense activity in Miami.
Take a break and relax in an old town atmosphere with schools, churches, and businesses only blocks away. With lots of green areas including a golf course, parks and tree-lined boulevards, Miami Springs is the perfect place to live.
If you're looking for a home to buy, or want to sell yours, just contact me and I will send you a list including photographs of all the properties available in Miami Springs.
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SINCERITY, HONESTY, RESPECT.
IT WOULD BE MY PLEASURE TO HELP YOU WITH YOUR REAL ESTATE TRANSACTION.
FREE CONSULTATION.
JOE PEREZ, REALTOR®
LIC. REAL ESTATE BROKER ASSOCIATE
RIVAS REALTY OF FLORIDA, INC
PHONE: 305-331-5808
OR E-MAIL: INFO@JOEPEREZREALTOR.COM
