As a sub contractor for a national builder for many,many years,I can say everything you just spelled out is right on point. Love the channel, quick,concise advice,totally apparent you can see the whole field. Keep doing what you do !
You are a true asset to the real estate world. Concise correct informative and open about the pros and cons. As per usual Katrin, you guide potential buyers in a very professional manner. 💖 🙏 🇳🇱 🙋♀ 🇳🇿
my concern or "con" for a newly built home is that most are "smart homes" with many features being wireless. I am sensitive to EMFs so even if I opt out of the wireless features I'd be in close proximity to other homes that have it. Not worth the risk to me.
What a great video . Thank you for explaining - simply - what a Buyers Agent does and why it is important to have one . Unfortunately, the Sarasota area is not on my list of places I'm interested in moving to . I previously lived in St. Pete, and found that area just too crowded for my liking . And a Buyers Agent will be present at my next build . Thanks again
I just bought new in a master plan community when researching what is coming to the area and found in 2 years a big road is coming near my home which has me very concerned the builder says it won't effect me . I did not have an agent perhaps an agent would have pointed that out
Thank you, Anthony. I am not sure yet how the condo market will perform due to the Surfside Bill. But I would imagine that some of the demand will trickle into affordable single-family homes instead and that sales of older condo units will suffer.
Katrin... We are overseas in Germany and want to look at houses. But what we're thinking is, we might rent something for 3-6 months while finding our home. I know you're a real estate agent, but would you also be able to assist in finding something nice for us to rent? My issue is, I'm in a wheelchair and we have to hairless kitties and a Dogo Argentino. We considered Cape Coral in the past, but since Ian have taken it off the list and focused solely on Sarasota/ Venice.
Hi there, wie geht's? I don't deal with rentals but can help point you in the right direction. Personally, I would use such sites as apartments.com or rent.com to secure a rental. You can save money by securing it directly. If you want guidance in terms of the neighborhoods I would be happy to provide guidance.
@@katrinstake yeah, it's just difficult. We've lived in Germany working for DoD for the past 20 years. Tatiana has family in Miami but we wanted to focus more on the Gulf coast. Sarasota is #1 on our list. But getting anything done all the way over here is a bit challenging. Thanks for the input.
From experience, some buyer’s agent won’t give you advice unless you ask or know what to ask. These agents are more interested in the quick sale of the house so they can score on their commission . Beware buyers!
@@katrinstake I’m not assuming anything, as I wrote in my previous post it’s from experience. People need to be aware of that instead of being told everything will be sweet and dandy. You can’t tell me that all agents operate as you said in your video. That would be a far stretched generalization.
I disagree with the comment regarding getting a real estate agent. Real Estate Agents should be obsolete by now. I submitted a contract to a landowner's selling agent to purchase land in Florida. There was nothing the seller's agent had to do except haggle with me on the price on behalf of the landowner, write up a standard contract and show up at the title company on closing date. I could have worked directly with the seller to close the deal and submitted the standard form online using Docusign and we would have saved over $9K on the transaction between the buyer and seller. Real Estate agents should be the next job to go obsolete once AI taps into this market (hopefully very soon). There is nothing complex about selling a house or land much like selling a boat or a car. Only difference when buying a house is you need title insurance to handle the closing and checking for outstanding liens and problems with the title.
My issue with new construction, besides the poor quality, is the design of the homes. Not everybody wants open concept, vaulted ceilings, too many bathrooms, too many windows, and tiny lots.
As a sub contractor for a national builder for many,many years,I can say everything you just spelled out is right on point.
Love the channel, quick,concise advice,totally apparent you can see the whole field.
Keep doing what you do !
Thank you for your kind words John and also for watching. Are you in the Sarasota region?
I've seen a lot of change and I love it more now than ever,just beautiful!
@@johnphillipsplumbing7148 In Sarasota or where in FL?
@@katrinstake yes,here in sarasota
@@johnphillipsplumbing7148 Great place to live :)
It was also a pleasure talking to you and thank you for being a wealth of knowledge
Thank you so much for your videos. They are refreshingly honest and fact based.
You are so welcome!
You are a true asset to the real estate world. Concise correct informative and open about the pros and cons. As per usual Katrin, you guide potential buyers in a very professional manner. 💖 🙏 🇳🇱 🙋♀ 🇳🇿
Thank you so much Anita! 🤩
@@katrinstake Katrin, keep safe. Another hurricane on te way?
What an INFORMATIVE video. Thank YOU.
You are very welcome! 🤩
It's a great time to be in the hunt for a new or an existing home. Motivated sellers.
my concern or "con" for a newly built home is that most are "smart homes" with many features being wireless. I am sensitive to EMFs so even if I opt out of the wireless features I'd be in close proximity to other homes that have it. Not worth the risk to me.
Hi Kimberley, thank you for voicing your thoughts and sharing!
What a great video . Thank you for explaining - simply - what a Buyers Agent does and why it is important to have one .
Unfortunately, the Sarasota area is not on my list of places I'm interested in moving to .
I previously lived in St. Pete, and found that area just too crowded for my liking .
And a Buyers Agent will be present at my next build . Thanks again
You are welcome :)
In Canada, you have to state if you have an agent when you go to the developer even if they are not with you.
Here also...but most of the time they want you to be accompanied by them
I just bought new in a master plan community when researching what is coming to the area and found in 2 years a big road is coming near my home which has me very concerned the builder says it won't effect me . I did not have an agent perhaps an agent would have pointed that out
Maybe they would have...if it was available information at the time
we finally sold our home in mass and are in the process of buying our new home in crystal river
Congratulations Ronald! Love Crystal River and the Manatees :)
@@katrinstake I think i will be finally home after all these years kim and i flew down to look at the house and felt so comfortable there
@@ronaldgaudet9290 that's when you know it is the right home :)
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Great video and great research. Do you think the condo makers to drop 40 percent . 36 month inventory average has been reached
Thank you, Anthony. I am not sure yet how the condo market will perform due to the Surfside Bill. But I would imagine that some of the demand will trickle into affordable single-family homes instead and that sales of older condo units will suffer.
Great in-depth insights, Katrin! Great work!
Thank you so much 🙌
Thanks for sharing current situation
Thank you for watching:)
Very useful, Katrin. Thank you.
Hi Jack, I am glad is was helpful!!
I am in a new community. Thankfully, I do not mind the construction going on around me. I’m actually enjoying watching the community take shape.
That is a great perspective :)
You create a great video, really educational.
Very good information
Thank you for watching:)
Excellent info as always, thank you. 👍
You are very welcome. Thank you for watching!
Excellent advice and very informative. The buyers agent, especially if you are relocating is a must.
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Terrific, thank you. Can you speak to due deligence in land stsbiloty, eater sblr. Are state inspectors careful guiding builders
Interested in buying a new build home in Orlando, Florida. Where can I look for a buyers agent to help? Thanks.
Call me anytime and I can match you up with a credible agent
where is this located as per tampa and or miami, i have family that lives in Miami
About 1 hour from Tampa south and Miami is probably 3 1/2 hours away on the east side of FL.
Sarasota and north is the best place to buy a home.
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Nice sharing..thank you so much 👏👏
Katrin... We are overseas in Germany and want to look at houses. But what we're thinking is, we might rent something for 3-6 months while finding our home. I know you're a real estate agent, but would you also be able to assist in finding something nice for us to rent? My issue is, I'm in a wheelchair and we have to hairless kitties and a Dogo Argentino. We considered Cape Coral in the past, but since Ian have taken it off the list and focused solely on Sarasota/ Venice.
Hi there, wie geht's? I don't deal with rentals but can help point you in the right direction. Personally, I would use such sites as apartments.com or rent.com to secure a rental. You can save money by securing it directly. If you want guidance in terms of the neighborhoods I would be happy to provide guidance.
@@katrinstake yeah, it's just difficult. We've lived in Germany working for DoD for the past 20 years. Tatiana has family in Miami but we wanted to focus more on the Gulf coast. Sarasota is #1 on our list. But getting anything done all the way over here is a bit challenging. Thanks for the input.
From experience, some buyer’s agent won’t give you advice unless you ask or know what to ask. These agents are more interested in the quick sale of the house so they can score on their commission . Beware buyers!
You are assuming all are equal. Some agents really care about their clients and getting them the best home and deal.
@@katrinstake I’m not assuming anything, as I wrote in my previous post it’s from experience. People need to be aware of that instead of being told everything will be sweet and dandy. You can’t tell me that all agents operate as you said in your video. That would be a far stretched generalization.
@@soaringeagle7571 I understand where you are coming form.
I disagree with the comment regarding getting a real estate agent. Real Estate Agents should be obsolete by now. I submitted a contract to a landowner's selling agent to purchase land in Florida. There was nothing the seller's agent had to do except haggle with me on the price on behalf of the landowner, write up a standard contract and show up at the title company on closing date. I could have worked directly with the seller to close the deal and submitted the standard form online using Docusign and we would have saved over $9K on the transaction between the buyer and seller. Real Estate agents should be the next job to go obsolete once AI taps into this market (hopefully very soon). There is nothing complex about selling a house or land much like selling a boat or a car. Only difference when buying a house is you need title insurance to handle the closing and checking for outstanding liens and problems with the title.
In the west, houses are also built with stricter codes because of earthquakes.
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We love toll brother's. They build in Virginia
Love the details that go into a Toll Brothers home.
@@katrinstake we looked at a home in solstice at wellen park. Loved the home, not a fan of the community.
@@BlackBirdieGolf I believe buying into the right location and community is key :)
@@katrinstake I agree. I was just shocked how bland that community was. A Neal community was off the same main street. We just didn't like that area.
@@BlackBirdieGolf :(
My issue with new construction, besides the poor quality, is the design of the homes. Not everybody wants open concept, vaulted ceilings, too many bathrooms, too many windows, and tiny lots.
Totally we will have to shell out everything in the pocket ...big builders loot a lot of money in every property they sell...
You really need to be your own GC.
I don’t like communities and HOAs. Unfortunately that’s all they are building lately to keep making money from the land.
Many non-deed restricted communities...perhaps older updated homes?
Why does it have to be updated???
Doesn't have to be