Frequently Asked Questions

When you see the word luxury, it’s often just a buzzword meant to instill thoughts of modern architecture and lush interior design. At the end of the day, luxury properties are simply those in the top 10% of market transactions, with super or ultra-luxury homes claiming the top 1-2%.

One of the greatest parts of finding your location in Brevard County is that every location is full of natural Florida beauty, and all within a quick drive of the Orlando metro. Every town that dots Space Coast is home to local businesses, aquatic adventures and miles of trails and park paths to explore!

With the price of construction materials rising, it’s never been more important to find a home that is move-in ready due to the increased cost of renovating a home that needs some TLC. Aside from that, here are the best features we recommend trying to hunt down in your next home:

• High quality insulation around windows to allow the beautiful sun in without losing comfort
• Easy access to local beaches and boardwalks
• Plenty of windows to take in the idyllic coastal views that surround each home
• Multi-story homes that allow for even better sights, bonus points for balconies

When buying a home in cash, it removes the lengthy process of getting a mortgage approved, processed and closed which can translate into savings for buyers. Sellers will jump on this chance to get their funds quickly, but the edge of an all-cash buyer starts to dull if more and more of them start entering the market.

When a house is freshly minted, or never lived in before, it’s referred to as new construction. Getting a pristine home with the most up-to-date appliances and amenities is always a great option, but it does still have its own set of considerations. New homes often have little to no wiggle room on pricing as they are more akin to buying a product off of a store shelf that has been priced based on cost and mark-up. Another area to check on is who made the home, as a new poorly built house can be lower quality than a pre-owned home that has some years under its belt.

A mansion tax is a fee assessed to purchase property in large cities where real estate listings are slim but the demand is always astronomical. Thankfully the mansion tax that plagues many metros around the country hasn’t been implemented in Brevard County, meaning you won’t have to pay extra taxes just to have a more luxurious home.

While both terms regard a buyer’s eligibility for financing, a prequalification is similar to a soft credit check. It is a quick overview of debts, income, assets and any other financial obligations a borrower may have. Once this review is agreeable to the bank, an underwriter begins the more detailed process of pre-approval which can better signify to sellers that your finances align with the amount the home is being sold for.

Brevard County is home to some of the highest rated schools in the state, making anywhere along the Space Coast or surrounding area an excellent option. To get the details of each school zone’s offerings all in one place, we recommend trying InsideSchools and GreatSchools. Always be sure to contact a school you wish to have your children attend to double check that your new address falls within their acceptable area.