Thread: Looking to Buy in PLANTATION

im in the market trying to take advantage of this damm falling economy befor it bounces back,

I have allways dreamed of having my own home, as i have allways rented, Ive seen a few near peters road by the broward mall and as far west as sawgrass mills mall.

Im just confused if to get a older 50s-60s built home or a 80s-90s town home but then i need to worry about association and all that bull.

I have 5 k for a down payment saved up but i dont want to put all my NX's(eggs) in one basket

opinions?

Homie theres a ton here in Pines. Also check BuyOwner.com

i just read you're trying to get into plantation. what side? east/west of university? west has newer homes, but they cost a lot more.

honestly the section is from Griffin (davie) north to broward and from 441 west to pine island.

Ive been looking for a while but most of the stuff in my price range are 1950 -70s homes with small master bedrooms and

the newer stuff is in condominiums and townhomes.

here is the 3 deciding factors, Land size, Garage , or pool

3 rooms or more.

i will be happy with 2 of 3 deciding factors.

Whats you max mortgage allowance????? not including assoc fees,taxes, or PMI if applicable??? hows your credit too???

my credits good 710, I am also pre qualifide for $220k but i am trying to stay around 150k- 180k .

I also have a 10k from the state of florida. but i dont get it till i close and i will probly use for closing cost.

i know on east of broward, theres some with good prices. ill be in the market soon as well.

I had to read the subject 3 times. I was like "Who the **** buys plantations in 2008?" Sorry.

i live west of 441 just north of broward. i can tell u now that the north side of broward costs less than south. try looking around where im at : just west of 441. Like as soon as you cross over 441 going west on broward and pass the shopping complex, make a right at that 1st side street. There's a ton of foreclosures here. You should be able to find something you'll be happy with.

Just remember its a buyer's market : be patient.

My coworker just bought a house in Plantation with a pool for under 180k. Unheard of.