Real Green Trends

Broward County residents: Do you want to lower your property taxes?

The industry standard sends thousands of print and email advertising themselves, I prefer to share with my sellers and buyers in Broward county, Florida;  useful information which will help you save money when you use it on a timely manner.

Please, take a few minutes to read the insights about property taxes in Broward County, Florida: 

The 2009 property tax assessments for Broward County have been certified and are now posted on the Broward County Tax Assessor’s website. To view your property assessment, go to http://BCPA.NET click on “Property  Search” on the top left, and  then scroll down to accept the terms of use.

You may search for a property by owner name, address, or folio number. Click on your choice, and enter the information. If you search by name, all properties owned by individuals with that name will come up, and you must click on the folio number of the property you wish to view.

When the correct tax comes up, below the name and address you will find “Property Assessment Values”. The first line gives the 2009 assessed values. If you are NOT Homesteaded, the Just Value will be equal to the Assessed/SOH Value, and this is the value on which your 2009 property tax will be based. If you are Homesteaded, your taxable value is the Assessed/SOH Value, which is typically less than the Just Value. However, due to declining home values, the SOH Value can be equal to the Just Value.  Later, we will explain how that can occur.

 The actual tax owed is still blank because the millage rates of the individual taxing authorities have not yet been determined. The following is the Budget Timetable:

 August 4  -  Ad valorem taxing authorities advise the Property Appraiser of their rollback rate, proposed millage rate, and time, date and place of the first required public hearing. Special assessment districts to advise Property Appraiser of their proposed rates. 

August 11 -  Property Appraiser begins to mail Proposed Property Tax Notices (TRIM Notices)

August 24 – Last day for Property Appraiser to mail TRIM Notices

 August 24 to September 18 – Time to file petitions to the Value Adjustment Board (VAB) if you wish to challenge your 2009 Property Tax Assessment

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South Florida Green News – Contaminated Drywall

Real Estate News for the Green Friendly Consumer

Things You Need to Know about Chinese Drywall

When selling and buying real estate, either homes or condos in South Florida, there is nothing better than an informed buyer and seller.

Here in the area of Aventura, Sunny Isles and Hollywood we have heard too many stories about developers being in trouble because of the suspected use of Chinese Drywall.

Well,  I bet we are all worried if this poses a health threat to us, our families or pets. However,  the Division of Environmental Health has yet to determine it.

The DOH does not have the necessary resources to visit homes and collect material samples for analysis. And, unfortunately the most definitive method to date is finding a “made in China” marking on the back of the sheet of drywall.

For more answers to your questions you can always visit Floridas Health site.

There is now an Chinese/Defective Drywall Addendum that buyers should require to be included in the buyers/sellers contract. Buyer may choose to conduct a risk assessment or inspection for the presence of Chinese/defective drywall.

If you would like to receive more information I can email you the addendum and guide you through your purchase especially if the home or condo you are looking to buy has been built or updated after 2003.

Please, leave me a note and I will respond.

Waterfront Single Family Home for Sale in Aventura, Fl 33180

Enchanted Lakes Beauty – Owner is relocating and must sell now

Waterfront home selling at foreclosure prices in Aventura.  Close to the Aventura Mall, walking distance to Houses of Worship and schools.

Eco friendly living just minutes away from Aventura.

What makes this home unique?  It’s lush landscaping, fruit trees, access to the Oletta Park and Intracoastal by kayak or jet sky from your own ramp.

This exclusive waterfront home features: marble floors, new baths, mother in law or playroom with wet bar and private entrance. Great  for entertaining.

Over 3600 SF with 3 bedrooms, four baths and a mother in laws.

Quiet and private cul-de-sac street in a gated community.

Are you looking for this home? Contact me now for a private showing.