FAQ'S
The questions are
the same from place to place, so we have selected a number
of the most common questions from our featured sites.
For more detailed
information eMail us , or Logon to the
site in our Links
page that caters for your required location.
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If I am buying land who
do I talk to or how will I know what is good. |
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In any event get information form
any source available. Click
here to see an example of what you should expect
from a Quality Realtor. |
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If I buy Land will I pay tax every
year? |
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Yes. Make sure you know how much before
you buy a piece of property. |
| Q: |
Is the land good
for growing Fruits |
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I have been told anything will
grow out there if watered, there is a Citrus Farm
close by. Some parcels have a nice selection of
Joshua Trees and Ocotillos. |
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Will I get lots
of up to date emails after I contact this Site. |
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No, you will get a couple of
emails inviting you to ask more questions but if you
are satisfied we won't need to email or contact you
again. We will not have a big staff so it
will be impossible to keep sending emails, and we do
not wish to add to unnecessary emails in the inbox.
Don't forget you may phone
or fax and we will call you. |
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| Q: |
Loan applications and
other forms require Social Security Numbers - SSN. I don't
have one. |
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A I.T.I.N. - Individual Tax Identification
Number can be applied for - see form
W-7 Instructions. this is what you need, however we
used our Passport Number and our own S.S.N. / Tax No..
The I.T.I.N. Number is a big help. |
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Can I get a mortgage in Las Vegas? |
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Yes. But it is a bit slower than home;
also keep records of money transfers as you will be asked
to account for the deposit etc. (Money Laundering Prevention
rules).
It is important to let your Broker / Lender know that
you are a foreign national. |
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Where would you recommend me to buy
in Las Vegas? |
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Las Vegas
is expanding so fast and I don’t know a lot of
it. But I like the West and Southwest, Henderson in
the Southeast and for retirement Sun City Anthem.
For Luxury, Spanish Trails on Tropicana West and Lake
Las Vegas are just two out of at least four excellent
communities.
The standard in Las Vegas New
Home Communities is very good. |
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Are the properties freehold?
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Yes. But do take care as some older
homes may not be; and always ask that question. Also,
manufactured homes are often Lease Land, which to our
way of thinking is Leased. |
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Are the homes near the Strip? |
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Most new developments are minimum
35 to 45 minutes away. Watch for New Beltway – 215.
It is a ring road good for going from East to West and
avoids Downtown.
There is a good Public Bus Service and even 45 minutes
or more from the Strip (Las Vegas Boulevard) you still
have a wonderful Casino / Hotel near-by.
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Is the cost of living high? |
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A difficult question because we all
have various standards. However, you can eat out in local
food places for as little as $10 per person and in quality
food places near the Strip (Las Vegas Boulevard) where
the sky is the limit. Most of the hotels offer Buffets
at an average of $12 per person.
The supermarkets are good value (compared to Dublin) and
other stores are very good e.g. Wal-Mart etc. |
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| Q: |
What other attractions are there in
Las Vegas (should I need them)? |
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Of course you will need them if you
are there for three months or more a year.
You have everything a City offers and
need I say...
Golf &
Golf , Boating and Fishing . Beautiful Red
Rock Canyon and Mt. Charleston are just some of the other
places to visit and enjoy while in Las Vegas. |
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| Q: |
What
do I have to do to avail of Free Buyer Representation
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Just contact your choice of Agent
first It is not possible to agree a purchase and then
introduce a Representative. If you do end up in discussion
with a seller always inform them your Rep. [ give their
name ] will be in touch. |
| Q: |
How easy is it
to buy a home in Florida |
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Buying a home in the USA is easy compared to some other
Countries. Florida is a State that gives the buyer
an easy and safe approach to home ownership.
It is
very important that you have the service of a Realtor
who is licensed in the State.
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Are there any other costs
in addition to purchase price |
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Yes you will have closing costs, and
if you are taking out a loan some fees will be added.
The best guide is to budget for about 4 to 5% of
the total purchase price of the house . |
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What deposit is
required |
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A $1,000.00 is usually sufficient
to book a home in the U S and is often refundable
up to the time you exchange contracts. |
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