Buying A Home Sight Unseen

Would you dare? It is more common than you may think. Redfin recently found that 33 percent of those they surveyed had made an offer on a home sight unseen. Although they further found this was more common practice in the highly competitive markets and the markets where foreign buyers were more apt to purchase.

Orlando fits the bill when it comes to foreign buyers choosing this location to call home.

Orlando rose up the ranks in 2016 to become the #2 destination of choice for Florida’s international homebuyers, according to the National Association of REALTORS’?  2016 Profile of International Homebuyers In Florida. Twelve percent of Florida’s international homebuyers opted to purchase a property in Orlando, up from eight percent in 2015.

ORLANDO HOME SALES TO GLOBAL BUYERS RISES TO 12 PERCENT OF FLORIDA'S INTERNATIONAL TRANSACTIONS, OrlandoRealtors.org, 1.21.17

What I have been moving towards is an investment in good solid technology which has definitely helped my relocation clients feel as if they were in person versus being located outside of Florida. I take them right along with me on tours of the communities and homes of interest. As far as document exchange it is totally done via online tools. Makes you wonder why this wasn't in place sooner.

Since I have always lived in the Orlando area I felt that helping people settle in who are new to the area was a natural fit. I have seen many changes over the years through new subdivisions, neighborhoods, and communities, but one thing that doesn't change is the fact that more and more people are drawn to the area because of how much there is to do here as well as the weather and ample job opportunities.

If you are interested in relocating to the Orlando area or want to know more about our communities and neighborhoods, please contact me. I'm eager to assist you. If you'd like to learn more about the communities please visit my website. I have loads of information available.