The best source of up to date information concerning buying your next home is to speak with a certified Realtor® like Marge McCombs. Contact Marge McCombs either by email or by phone toll free 1-800-232-6004 I would love to assist you with the purchase of your next home. Marge's knowledge and many years of experience
will give you the insight you need inorder to make an informed decision.
Helpful Buyer's List for Ft Myers, Sanibel & Captiva Island
Be an informed Buyer
File for a Loan
Choose an agent. Find an Agent that you trust
Make a list with your Realtor, of property you want to see and keep a score card
Research the Community
Request a Home Inspection
Determine what your needs are
Ask about Home Warranties Contracts
Decide, Single Family, Condo or Townhouse
Secure Homeowners Insurance
New or Used
Prepare for Closing
Ask Questions
Walk Through before Closing
Make an Offer Ask how a Contract works
Move in
Negotiate
Typical Buyer's Closing Cost
Item or Service Name
Costs
Consent to transfer Fee
$0 to$100.00
Recording of Deed
$10.50 to19.50
Recording of Consent on Condominium
$4.50
Documentary Stamps on Mortgage
$3.50 to $1,000
Intangible Tax on Mortgage
$2.00 to $1,000
Recording of Mortgage
$28.00 to $73.50
Title Insurance on Mortgage
.005 of Mortgage Amount
Survey
$35.00 to $60.00
Pest Inspection
$75.00
Home Inspection
$150.00 to $250.00
Mortgage Fees/Estimate Closing Costs
Approximately 2%of Sale Price
1031 Tax Exchange
Section 1031 of the Internal Revenue Code is one of the last great tax shelters. A 1031 Exchange allows you to defer payment of taxes due through the "exchange" of property. For more information on 1031 Exchange click here.
TESTIMONIALS
"Marge represented the listing of my condo at Sanibel Arms West. She was such a delight to work with. JNA is very fortunate to have her represent their company." - Mrs. Margaret Hanratty
"Marge, we want to thank you for working so effectively to sell our unit and for the good advice you gave us in the process. You've worked hard on this Marge. Thanks again!" - Mr. & Mrs. Ben Bernstein
For more real estate questions that I can help you with, please e-mail me with your needs. I'll be happy to help you
