At the present time with it very likely that the £ will reach $2 and prices in Florida
at a low it is an excellent time to buy.

However there are developments and properties being highlighted to unsuspecting British buyers, by unscrupulous companies which are very over priced. Many of these are new or off plan and seem at first sight good value with apparent discounts offered and extras included. However the fact that the developers and agents recommending them often receive commission payments between 5% and 15%, explains why they can be so keen for you to buy these properties.

I have also investigated other practices which have led unwary British buyers to be persuaded into buying overpriced and inappropriate property which has cost them thousands. I have come across many examples of apparently free or subsidised inspection trips and or  free accommodation which led to unwary British buyers signing up for new build off plan property with a mortgage package that has lost the Buyer many  times the value of the flight and free accommodation! Indeed a recent newspaper article highlighted this problem.

It can be really difficult to find impartial information as to where are the best locations, properties, Agents and where are the best buys depending your requirements, equally what should you avoid and what you are not warned about such as the hidden tax whammy, the home inspection frauds, the mortgage scams all of which will cost the unaware British buyer thousands.

The usual source of such information and research tends to be glossy adverts, exhibitions, the web, books and holiday visits but often these paint a one dimensional rosy coloured picture and company size does not guarantee satisfaction. All too often after enquiring about property in Florida you will receive some glossy literature, DVDs, and follow up calls which unfortunately steer you towards high commission products that may be the worst possible choice from an investment or indeed lifestyle perspective.

There are two services that we offer

The majority of our clients require a no holes barred briefing on where to buy in Florida, when to buy, who to use and what to be wary off such as the property tax, association dues, home inspection pitfalls and mortgage scams which are so often disguised in the sales froth. All these points are critical before committing several hundred thousand pounds.

I therefore provide a unique, independent three hour individual briefing when I am in the UK to guide you through all the aspects and pitfalls of the Florida property market and what’s the reality of the locations, developments and homes which has proved very popular, for details please click on the link.

 http://www.andrewbartlettflorida.co.uk/How-to-avoid-problems.aspx

The briefings are either at my office in Kent or I can come to your home or office, if distance is a problem I usually meet clients at a convenient half way point, hotel airport etc.

We can also recommend experienced and reputable agents in various locations throughout Florida.