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Common Real Estate Terms

Common Real Estate Terms

Below is a break down of common words used in the real estate industry, courtesy of Real Estate Ink, a full-service boutique brokerage in Melbourne, FL. Serving the entire Space Coast, we offer sales and leasing representation, property management, project development, and short-term rental services. Appurtenance Something attached to the land that’s part of the…

Keeping Your Home Safe This Summer

This summer, keep your home and belongings safe from intruders with the following tips, courtesy of Real Estate Ink, a full-service boutique brokerage in Melbourne, FL. Activate a home security system. In some cases, you can remotely arm and disarm your system, locks, and lighting through computers and phone apps. Disconnect the power for electronics,…

Creating a Home Inventory

Creating a home inventory for insurance is a smart task. As your Melbourne, FL real estate agency, we know that protecting your home and valuables is an issue that deserves thought. Below, we have some tips for you. The key to creating the inventory is to have a record of your possessions should you experience…

Power Outage Tips

Real Estate Ink, a boutique full-service agency in serving Melbourne, FL and Palm Bay, has the following suggestions when it comes to power outages. It’s always smart to be prepared should the lights go out. Before outages happen, store (in an easily accessible place) flashlights, extra batteries, and a battery-powered radio. Set aside water and…

Summer Home Repair Safety Tips

This summer is the time to host parties, outdoor activities, and also make repairs to the inside and outside of the house. Our Palm Bay real estate office offers the following tips below that will keep you safe while making improvements and preparing for a fun summer! Buy electronic devices and goods only from trusted…

May 2016 MLS Statistics for Brevard County

Courtesy of Real Estate Ink, a full-service boutique brokerage in Melbourne, FL, that offers sales and leasing representation, property management, and project development, check out the following recap of the Brevard County Residential Report for May 2016 compared to May 2015: • Closed Sales are up 2.6% for May 2016 (942 closed units, compared to…

April 2016 MLS Statistics

Courtesy of Real Estate Ink, a full-service Palm Bay real estate boutique agency that offers sales and leasing representation, property management, and project development, check out the following recap of the Brevard County Residential Report for April 2016 compared to April 2015: • Closed Sales are down -3.6% for April 2016 compared to April 2015….

Sun Belt Growth

Sun Belt Growth

Americans are moving once again to the region called the Sun Belt, including locations like Atlanta, Tampa, Dallas, Phoenix, and even Las Vegas. Large cities in the nation, like Chicago, New York, Los Angeles, and Washington, D.C., are seeing their overall population growth slow down. (This is occurring even though they are attracting more immigrants…

What to Ignore & What to Look For When House Hunting

When you are looking for a new house, there are certain aspects you can overlook because they are not permanent features. There are also aspects you shouldn’t ignore. Real Estate Ink, a full-service boutique brokerage in Melbourne, FL, has the following helpful list for house-hunters: Ignore: Light Fixtures & Hardware Don’t let light fixtures and…

Tips for Downsizing

Downsizing Tips

If you’re downsizing into a new residence, it can be intimidating. Real Estate Ink, your Palm Bay real estate agent, offers the following suggestions to make the process easier. Timeline: Downsizing is likely going to take longer than you think, so establishing a timeline is important. Plan to be organizing and moving in eight weeks,…