Are you tirelessly scouring Google in search of the "best real estate school near me" to embark on your journey to get your Florida real estate license? While we may not occupy the top spot on Google's first page, allow me to introduce you to Rowlett Real Estate School—an esteemed institution renowned for its exceptional reputation across the state. At our full-service Florida real estate school, we pride ourselves on going above and beyond to equip our students with the tools they need to excel in their state exams and achieve success on their very first attempt. Moreover, we provide personalized assistance to streamline the fingerprinting process and help students complete their state applications seamlessly.One of the most sought-after options we offer aspiring real estate profession... 06/25/2023

Do You Owe The IRS Money and Are Afraid of an IRS Jeopardy Assessment?IRS Jeopardy Assessment ExplainedAn IRS jeopardy assessment is a legal action taken by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) to immediately assess and collect taxes when there is a belief that the taxpayer's actions jeopardize the collection of tax liabilities. It is typically used in situations where there is a significant risk of dissipation of assets or attempts to evade payment. The IRS can assess taxes without following the normal procedures to ensure prompt collection and protect the government's interest.Possible IRS Tax Resolution Strategies to Set Your Mind at EaseEven for honest taxpayers, the IRS can be frightening. Unlike most other government agencies, it has the power to attach your wages, freeze your bank ... 05/16/2023

The fall of the Jacksonville, FL real estate market continues!A year after the peak, the Jacksonville, Florida market continues to decline as sales and prices fall, while marketing time keeps creeping up! Prices have been rising quickly since 2018, but peaked in May 2022. Home sale prices through April 2023 are down 4% year over year.    Marketing time has more than doubled!2021-2022 saw historically low record low marketing times. Home marketing time has tripled in 2023.  Sales and inventory are down.Sales are down, but limited new  inventory is keeping demand going for now.    Distressed listings are picking up.After mostly disappearing for a few years, more short sale, pre-foreclosure and REO listings are coming to market.   The market shift we've been expecting is here and picking u... 05/01/2023

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Becoming a personal representative for a deceased person can be an overwhelming and unexpected experience. The probate process can be complicated, and getting the home sold quickly and smoothly is always the goal. Just follow these 5 steps and you’re golden!1. Determine whether the property needs to go through probate or not. Unless the property is held as husband and wife, in joint tenancy, tenancy by the entireties, or is properly set up in a living trust, the property likely needs to go through the Florida probate process. Need an attorney reference? Contact me!2. Get in touch with a Jacksonville Realtor with experience handling probate properties. Your Realtor will be able to tell you what the home would sell for, and when to get it listed. You may choose to wait until probate is co... 10/20/2022

Facing foreclosure can be overwhelming! Get the answers to the most common Florida foreclosure questions here!  How long do I have?The Florida foreclosure process is one of the longest in the country. Federal law prevents lenders from even starting a foreclosure action until you're 120 days behind. That gives you 4 months to bring the loan current or call the lender and come up with a workout solution to keep the home. After foreclosure has begun, if you stay involved in your case you will have many more months. Find out more about the Florida foreclosure process here. Should I modify my loan? In a mortgage modification the lender makes permanent changes to the terms of your home loan resulting in a more affordable payment. Keep in mind that while a modification will reduce your paymen... 09/26/2022

Jacksonville Florida foreclosures are back!A year after the end of the federal foreclosure moratorium that lasted almost two years, Jacksonville, FL foreclosures are back and soaring!According to Attom foreclosure data, foreclosures nationwide have reached pre-pandemic levels, with Jacksonville, FL #3 in foreclosure rates in the country: "Metropolitan areas with a population greater than 1 million, with the worst foreclosure rates in August 2022 were: Cleveland, OH (one in every 1,820 housing units); Chicago, IL (one in every 1,877 housing units); Jacksonville, FL (one in every 2,074 housing units); Riverside, CA (one in every 2,091 housing units); and Orlando, FL (one in every 2,445 housing units)."It was only a matter of time before the Jacksonville FL market started to shift after se... 09/13/2022

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Riverside 2021 Review2021 was a frustrating year for homebuyers in Riverside as they saw homes in this culture-filled community.Of the 282 Riverside homes sold in this community during 2021, only 138 were on the market for longer than 30 days. That's less than the 149 homes which were off the market within 30 days of the listing going active.The 12-month change in list price for the neighborhood is + 34.8% at over $457,000. the highest home sold for $1,900,000 and included 5,240 sq ft with 5 bedrooms and 5 bathrooms along the St Johns River off St Johns Ave. The lowest-priced home not in rehab condition sold for around $180,000.The Median home sold was between $350,000 and $400,000 which was close to $225 per sq ft. The majority of the homes sold were over 75 years old which makes perfe... 01/04/2022

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Prior to the pandemic, if you owed anything over $50k to the IRS, you were required to disclose every detail of your finances. This includes all sources of income, expenses, and all assets. For high income individuals especially, this is a nightmare.If your “disposable income” comes out to $10k per month, that’s what the IRS would require. If you have a house with $100k in equity - the equity is up for grabs. Under the new pandemic rules, things have changed…Here's your Back Tax Pro Tip of the Day: Take advantage of the Taxpayer Relief Initiative where full financial disclosure is not required for balances of $250k and below. After sufficient negotiation, and managerial approval, if the taxpayer can pay the IRS a monthly amount that will pay off the balance owed before the Statute of Li... 05/31/2021

Is anyone interested in me coming to speak on Tax Savings for Realtors? I specialize in helping folks solve IRS tax issues. Located Jacksonville & Destin, Florida I am considered a industry leader.Attached, please find a Tax Saving Secrets For Realtors eBookMy experience has been that most folks who owe back taxes are good people who received no advice or received poor advice.These are the type of people & small businesses that I love to passionately fight for tax debt relief.I represent clients primarily in North Florida but have clients across the country.  05/31/2021

You've worked hard, but for whatever reason, you find that your tax debt cannot be paid on time and you don't know how to resolve it.Owing the IRS for back taxes is a nightmare you never thought you would take part in. Yet, here it is. The penalties are accumulating and the threatening letters have arrived.You're not alone. The IRS collects millions from taxpayers in penalties for failure to pay. Yet, many taxpayers are unaware that the IRS does have programs to help you get back on track.Curious about the IRS Fresh Start Program? Check out our informative article for a helpful overview of what you need to know.What Is the IRS Fresh Start Program?In 2008, The United States experienced a housing crash. Even before the official declaration of a financial crash, many homeowners were strugg... 05/30/2021

Some 14 million Americans owe a whopping $131 billion in back taxes, penalties, and interest from 2018. It's not surprising to know that not only does the IRS keep track of these things, but they will also do what they can to get the money. The IRS has an IRS’ collection statute which gives them a ten-year window to collect back taxes from individuals. Are you one of the millions who still owe back taxes? Are you hoping to find a way to negotiate the amount you actually owe to the IRS? If you're nearing the end of the window the IRS can collect, you might have heard of an Offer in Compromise. If you have tax problems and are hoping for an Offer in Compromise, you may have some questions. Read on to learn from these Offer in Compromise FAQs.What Is an Offer In Compromise?The Offer in Com... 05/29/2021

Veteran’s Home Loans for Neptune Beach FloridaIf you are reading this, you or a family member have likely served in our military.  First off, we would like to say a sincere “Thank You” for your service!  We recognize that not only do our Veterans sacrifice by serving, but their families do as well-, and we owe you all a debt of gratitude!One of the best benefits Veterans and their families receive due to their service to our great country is the VA home loan benefits.  We are going to outline just a few of these significant benefits in this article for you. Here are some of the major benefits you may receive by using your VA home loan benefits:*100% financing available- one of the very few loans available with no down payment!*Lower rates available than most loan programs- which saves y... 05/25/2021