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Grammy’s Best New Artist? A Coachella moment in South Florida with Arooj Aftab

Written by Fort Lauderdale Mortgage Syndicated User on . Posted in Fort Lauderdale Mortgage, Fort Lauderdale Mortgage Rates.

How does a Pakistani singer based in Brooklyn turn songs performed in Urdu into a Grammy nomination for Best New Artist, an appearance at Coachella and a spot on President Barack Obama’s playlist? Find out when Arooj Aftab performs at the North Beach Bandshell on March 23.

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Are You Wondering if This Is the Year To Buy a Home?

Written by Fort Lauderdale Mortgage Syndicated User on . Posted in First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Fort Lauderdale Mortgage, Fort Lauderdale Mortgage Rates, Rent vs. Buy.

Every year, many renters ask themselves the same question: Should I continue renting, or is it time to buy a home? If you’re a renter, chances are you’ve asked yourself that question at least once, and it’s likely because you’ve faced an increase in your monthly housing costs over time. After all, according to Census data, rents have risen consistently for decades. To make an informed and powerful decision, the first step is understanding what’s happening in today’s housing market so you can determine which option is the better long-term financial decision for you. Rents Are Going Up Again...

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Don’t Get Caught Off Guard by Closing Costs

Written by Fort Lauderdale Mortgage Syndicated User on . Posted in First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Fort Lauderdale Mortgage, Fort Lauderdale Mortgage Rates, Move-Up Buyers.

As a homebuyer, it’s important to plan and budget for the expenses you’ll encounter when you purchase a home. While most people understand the need to save for a down payment, a recent survey found 41% of homebuyers were surprised by their closing costs. Here’s some information to help you get started so you’re not caught off guard when it’s time to close on your home. What Are Closing Costs? One possible reason some people are surprised by closing costs may be because they don’t know what they are or what they cover. According to U.S. News and World Report: “Closing costs encompass a variety...

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This Spring Presents Sellers with a Golden Opportunity

Written by Fort Lauderdale Mortgage Syndicated User on . Posted in For Sellers, Fort Lauderdale Mortgage, Fort Lauderdale Mortgage Rates, Housing Market Updates, Interest Rates, Move-Up Buyers, Pricing.

If you’re thinking of selling your house this year, timing is crucial. After all, you’ll want to balance getting the most out of the sale of your current home and making the best investment when you buy your next one. If that’s the case, you should know – you may be able to get the best of both worlds today. Here are four reasons why this spring may be your golden window of opportunity. 1. The Number of Homes on the Market Is Still Low Today’s limited supply of houses for sale is putting sellers in the driver’s seat. There are far more buyers in the market today than there are homes available....

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‘The dumpling provides’: Mother-and-son Instagram eatery becomes a takeout restaurant – at Jack and Jill Children’s Center

Written by Fort Lauderdale Mortgage Syndicated User on . Posted in Fort Lauderdale Mortgage, Fort Lauderdale Mortgage Rates.

Calvin Dumplings, the Instagram-born dumpling business Calvin Shea started in his Fort Lauderdale home while quarantining with his mother, Shirley, got so big his kitchen chest freezer was bursting with pickup orders. Now the duo is opening a take-out restaurant housed in a nonprofit children’s center. It’s an unusual arrangement that Shea calls “kismet.”

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