Welcome to Fort Lauderdale, the Venice of America

I am happy to call this oceanfront paradise my home.  If you don't already live here you probably wish you did.  And now you're in luck because change is in the wind.

Fort Lauderdale's residential real estate market

This is a great time to buy! An excellent selection of homes and condos are on the market today, and fixed rate mortgages rates are at the lowest they've been in decades.

The latest information from the Realtor's Association of Greater Fort Lauderdale shows that although there are about the same number of residences on the market today as there were a year ago, fewer homes are coming on the market.

This is due in large part to the fact that while there have been more been more foreclosures and distress sales in the some but not all parts of the market since the end of 2006, properties are now being absorbed at a quicker pace as more buyers weigh the evidence and decide that this is the time to make their move into the real estate market.

In today's market, it is more important than ever to work with a full time professional Realtor.

Someone with experience has seen markets up and down, good and bad, and helped customers make the right moves through it all. That's who will help you make the right decisions today.

I have 28 years experience in residential real estate and the knowledge and ability to analyze and comprehend the current market trends in Fort Lauderdale.

My approach is simple and direct. Let's talk about what I can do for you. Email me at AndyWeiser@aol.com or call me
954-560-9667.

My professionalism will make your home purchase or sale effortless and stress-free.

Would you expect anything less from one of Coldwell Banker's nationally recognized Top Real Estate professionals?

Another great reason to think about buying a home in Fort Lauderdale.

As the saying goes, there are two things you can't evade: death and taxes.                    

While death is unavoidable, there IS a way to avoid certain taxes.

Move to Florida.

When it comes to taxes and asset protection, Florida is one of our country’s friendliest states.  Florida has no, I repeat, no income tax.  Florida does not have any estate or inheritance taxes (a rare state attraction, indeed), and the Sunshine State offers homestead exemption to homeowners.  The Homestead Exemption shields your primary residence from probate (in most cases), exempts the property from creditor claims during the owner’s lifetime & after death, and limits the amount of tax increases or appraised property values imposed for real estate tax purposes. Tally these three significant tax benefits up and you save a huge amount in the long run. 

I recommend that anyone considering moving to Florida consult their tax attorney or accountant regarding a domicile change.  Other states with stricter tax laws require proof of a person’s relocation in order to remove the tax restrictions imposed by their former state. This is especially true if you retain a “summer” home in a prior or other state.  Florida's only requirement is that a resident maintain a legitimate principal residence in Florida, the number of days a person resides in Florida is not considered.  Other states however, may not recognize the legitimacy of a Florida residency if you reside in the other state for more than 183 days.  This makes consulting a tax professional important to making the residency change to Florida valid. By following the proper directives, some of them simple (such as obtaining a Florida driver's license and registering to vote in Florida), you can live an easier tax life here in Florida.  What a wonderful (and legal) way to not lose the bulk of your hard-earned assets to a state government.

This is yet just another great reason to live in Florida!  Where your home really is your castle, to keep, to save, to pass on to those you love.
Welcome to Florida.  I'll be happy to open the door to your next home.

Use my website to help you zero in on the home or condo  that is right for you.

As a life longs Real Estate Professional, I have more than 28 years real estate experience, and have been consistently recognized by as one of Coldwell Banker's Top Producers.

The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, the South Florida Sun-Sentinel and CNN as well as buyers and sellers all count on my honest, unbiased fact and result driven expertise.

Email me now or call me at 954-560-9667.