It￿s easy to see why people have been settling here for nearly 500 years. Today, St. Johns County combines the best of both worlds, with its ancient natural beauty providing the backdrop for a contemporary residential lifestyle. St. Augustine￿s rich history and cultural diversity have helped shaped a dynamic city for both residents and visitors alike. It￿s unique mix of both the Old and the New is what beckons visitors to come explore and is what has always brought them back. The story of St. Augustine is the foundation of sightseeing tours via tram, trolley, horse-drawn carriage, walking tour or cruise boat. History comes to life here, where on any given day, you will find guides dressed in old-world costumes, weaving you through the sites of the town. Strolling through the back roads of downtown St. Augustine offers a glimpse of what life must have been like so many years ago. Many homes are registered on the National Register of Historic Places, while many other modern homes adopt the Old Florida style of their neighbors. Whether looking to buy or rent in St. Augustine, you will most certainly find something to suit your taste. [more] Understanding Your Credit - Understanding Your Credit can mean the difference of owning vs not owning!   Mortgage Funding Info - Mortgages for commercial deals can be funded if you know how to write a successful presentation. Credit Info - Your credit score is based on the information contained in your credit report.   Fico Scores Effect Purchasing - FICO￿ scores were developed by Fair Isaac & Company, Inc. for each of the credit repositories. Property Rights - You have a right to do with the land as you please, subject to restrictions imposed by law.   Real Property Definition - Real property is generally defined as land and the things permanently attached to the land. Property Investment - Is Real Estate A good Investment? This report will try to answer that question.   Property Trust(s) - The REIT Story Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) were created by Congress in 1960 but played a very limited role in real estate investment for more than three decades. Negotiating a Contract - If the terms and conditions of the deal aren't acceptable, you might want to pause and think twice.   St Augustine Real Estate Negotiation - Negotiating a purchase agreement is perhaps the trickiest aspect of any real estate transaction. Dont Let It Fall Through - What makes a deal fall through? Avoid the common pitfalls!   Sell Your St Augustine Home Fast - Should you hold out until you have an offer that matches your asking price? St Augustine Real Estate Tax Advice - Selling a home can have a major impact on your federal and state tax returns.   Property Inspection - Regardless of what the inspector may uncover, you shouldn't be overly concerned about the actual home inspection Pick An Offer - Picking among several offers isn't always as easy as choosing the highest price, especially in hot markets.   Open House Expectations - Was vacating your home for four or five prime-time hours worth the inconvenience? Your Open House - Public open houses may be more beneficial for the agents themselves than for the home sellers.   Marketing Info - Your broker's marketing efforts and considerations will include advertising, showing the property, how long the house has been on the market and whether you're buying another home. Listing St Augustine Real Estate - A listing agreement is a binding legal contract that shouldn't be taken lightly.   Selling My Property - The age-old observation that "you never get a second chance to make a first impression" certainly applies when it comes to attracting buyers to a for-sale home.