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Monday, September 22, 2014

Gay Homeowners Want Larger Homes to Grow Their Family

I speak to a good number of gay singles and gay couples
who either own their home now in the New Port Richey area or want to buy a home soon and the need for a larger home to accommodate a larger family and their marriage is a common thread of these conversations.  In years past many of my gay real estate customers were mostly looking for 2 or 3 bedroom homes of a modest size.  Recently my gay customers are saying they want larger homes because they have plans of growing a family and not remain just a couple.  Most people who are interested in having a family will look to own a home that can accommodate their family in the future and it makes sense that gay couples would think the same way. You can visit my gay real estate website at http://gayrealestate.info and contact me through the site.

When looking to sell your smaller home and buy a larger home to accommodate your growing family you will want to make a 2 column list.  In column 1 you list everything you "want" in your next home.  In Column 2 you list everything you "need" in your next home.  The things you "want" are the items that you are willing to trade off to get what you want in a home.  Take into consideration the size of the yard.  Will you want a pool?  What is the cost to maintain a pool? Do you want a home on a quiet street like a cul de sac or are you willing to pay less for the same home located on a street that may have more traffic.

Contact me to discuss your real estate needs.  As a gay man
I understand your needs and concerns when selling and buying a home.  I know how moving to a new neighborhood can be exciting and scary at the same time.  You don't have to be protective of your life and the people in it.  I am here to assist you with your real estate needs and protect you during your transaction to insure you have a good experience while I assist you to reach your real estate goals.  Contact me if you need a gay real estate agent in another part of Florida or the US. I am happy to refer you to the right gay real estate agent who can help you.
written by Michael J. Gallo


Friday, September 19, 2014

Title Options for Gay Couples When Buying a Home in Florida

Yesterday I met with my customer who is buying a home
here in Hudson Florida to discuss how he would like to take title on this home.  I have this discussion with everyone I help in my business but with my gay home buyers, we generally have a very personal conversation about their relationship as well as their title options.  You may think that is too personal to discuss with your Realtor but it has been my experience that the customer will provide information willingly and a heart to heart conversation is the best approach.

Not every relationship is the same and without the legal right of marriage (for now) many gay couples buying a home want guidance on how they take title and what it means to them and their relationship.  My conversation yesterday was a serious discussion regarding not only their relationship but finances.  The gentleman buying the home has not only other real estate assets in another state but he also has a large number of investments and a substantial amount of liquid asset that he accumulated by himself prior to his current relationship.  The home is being purchased with all cash and with his partner having his own income and finances my customer felt that he wanted to take title in his name alone and that if his partner wants to be added to the deed down the road, he would need to produce a monetary interest in the property.  He will have his will updated to leave his partner the home.

Before he came to this decision, we discussed very personal
aspects of their relationship and finances. My only part in this conversation was to listen as my customer talked and let him come to his decision on his own.  Sometimes gay couples buying a home will obtain a mortgage in the name of only one person in the relationship.  When this happens I like my customers to really talk it out and come to a well informed decision about how they take title.  Without the legal rights of married couples, we need to make informed decisions on our home purchases that are best for our individual relationships. Being a gay man, I understand the needs and concerns of my gay customers and I am available to anyone who would like a consultation regarding real estate.  Contact me online anytime with your questions. I am here to help my gay family.
written by Michael J. Gallo