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Guides

Know the process before you're in it.

How a South Florida purchase or sale actually unfolds — the sequence, the decisions and the costs most people find out about too late.

01

Get financing clear

Pre-approval, reserves, and how condo financing rules can change what you qualify for.

02

Define the real criteria

Commute, flood zone, HOA rules, insurance cost and resale — not just bedroom count.

03

Tour with a plan

Compare a short list properly instead of chasing every new listing.

04

Write a strong offer

Price, terms, deposits and timelines that make you credible without overexposing you.

05

Inspect and renegotiate

Roof age, permits, four-point and wind mitigation findings.

06

Close cleanly

Title, walkthrough, funding and keys.

Free download

The South Florida Buyer Guide.

A concise PDF covering timelines, closing costs, insurance and HOA considerations, and the questions to ask before you commit. Sent straight to your inbox.

Buyer guide

Provided by Carlos Dardes, REALTOR®, through Florida Realty & Management Corp.