Florida, once known as a paradise for retirees is now a bustling, business-oriented State with many attractive, growing cities, a variety of new industries and one of the fastest growth rates in the country. The warm weather and very reasonable cost of living encourages many to move South to the Sunshine State. Also, the growing Hispanic population and the cosmopolitan environment in cities like Miami and Fort Lauderdale are welcoming to immigrants from countries all over the world hoping to take advantage of the wonderful opportunities available in Florida.

This all bodes well for real estate; Florida is one of the hottest housing markets in the country these days. According to the Florida Association of Realtors, the median price of homes in the State was up 23% in 2004. There is an "extreme shortage" of homes in Florida and this, coupled with an influx into the State of almost 1000 people a day means that the housing crunch will continue. This is good news for property owners and for those considering an investment here.

Some key areas are proving to be a real boon to anyone buying property, these include cities such as Pensacola, Port St. Lucie, Orlando, The Greater Tampa area and cities in the Tri-county area of Miami-Dade, Broward and Palm Beach. But this should not dissuade those who wish to invest elsewhere in the State; there is not a single city in Florida that is not showing growth. Mario’s Realty Company is knowledgeable about key growth areas and has a profile of every city in the state to help clients decide on where to invest their money.

The construction industry has made it very easy to purchase new homes here, most require very small down payments and all offer a lot of house for your money compared with other states in the USA. There is no State tax and property taxes in Florida are still relatively low. There are excellent school districts in all the counties and efficient transportation and telecommunication services. Once again, Mario’s Realty Company is well placed to assist real estate buyers make the right decisions.

So, moving to Florida or buying a second home in this State is a wise decision. As long as so many people want to move here, and this trend shows no signs of letting up, Florida Real Estate will be a viable investment. It is important though to consult an expert when considering a purchase as significant as a home or land, Mario’s Realty Company not only provides this expertise but back up this with experience. All the Realtors who work for the company are avid investors and intimately know where to buy and how to buy well. This team of specialists could be working for you. Contact Mario Mesquita directly at: 561 451-4115 and receive his personal attention.