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Hurricane season is part of buying in South Florida. No need to panic — but you do need to know what you’re buying.

This is usually one of the first things buyers ask us about, especially when they’re coming from out of state.

Before you fall in love with the kitchen, the backyard, or the view, look at the boring stuff first:

Is the home in a flood zone?
What will insurance actually cost?
Does the home have impact windows, shutters, or an older roof?
Will the lender require flood insurance?

Because in South Florida, the right house is not just the one that looks good on showing day.

It’s the one that still makes sense when the insurance quote comes in.

A little homework upfront can save you thousands later.

For context: Atlantic hurricane season officially runs from June 1 to November 30, and FEMA notes that homes in high-risk flood areas with government-backed mortgages generally require flood insurance.
https://www.nhadvanced.com/pages/hurricane-season-homebuyer-guide-broward

The market is not standing still.

According to NAR, pending home sales rose in April, and South Florida stood out with one of the strongest year-over-year increases among major metro areas.

For buyers, this means the right home can still move fast.
For sellers, this means demand exists — but only when the home is positioned correctly.

https://www.nar.realtor/newsroom/nar-pending-home-sales-report-shows-1-4-increase-in-april

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