Own a Piece of Paradise In the Florida Keys

Anne Meade, David Meade

Description

The Keys real estate market has become a hot contender as one of the most valuable markets to invest in, particularly since the world's stock markets have started to become so volatile these days. All in all, if you have money and are looking to invest it in real estate, look no further than the Florida Keys. The time is right. The benefits of real estate are many, and one of the most highly valued areas for people to invest in real estate is in the Florida Keys.

The Florida Keys has gained a reputation as a solid and dependable market. Even during 2009 when a lot of markets saw their value drop, the Florida Keys remained strong and thus attracted a great deal of investors. It was the Florida Keys' solidity during this period of financial turmoil that brought it to the attention of investors who were desperate for a way to keep the cash flowing.

Hotels in the island chain have seen their revenue per available room returns steadily increase. For example, during the general economic downturn in 2009, the Keys proved their resilience by recording only a nominal decline in this rate at 6.3 percent whereas nationally the average reached a 17.4 percent decline. Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) from around the country have recently closed deals in the $90 million to $184 million range for acquisition of prime Keys properties.

Now the purpose of this book is to introduce the individual investor to the Keys. I make note of REIT investment in the Keys only to illustrate a point—it's an extremely robust market. The key to investment is diversification. If you have capital to invest, and you need a primary home, a second market home to generate rental income, or if you're looking to establish an investment base, look no further than the Florida Keys! In the Keys you can buy everything from a one-bedroom condominium to your own spectacular private island, equipped with a state-of-the-art solar system for self-sufficient living. You can buy a town home, a duplex, a corporate retreat, a single family home or a luxury estate. Spend some time in the Keys and rent a houseboat, a vacation rental or a house while you're looking. The Florida Keys are very popular for Europeans, South Americans and Canadians seeking a real estate haven. You can purchase a residence for cash, or for 20-30% down and finance the balance.

The Florida Keys has great popularity as a tourist destination. It is the southernmost part of the United States, which means that it stays warm all year round! This gives it a universal, perennial appeal, as people can visit it during the winter months and enjoy the pleasant weather. The lack of a seasonality factor makes the Florida Keys a superior market to most other markets where tourism is the main source of profit.

The Keys are a 126-mile long chain of 1,700 islands. This year alone, almost three million people are expected to visit. If you're looking for stunning beauty, look no further. The Keys are the only subtropical part of the United States.

The Florida Keys has become an incredibly profitable real estate market. Increasing high demand for vacation rentals and home rentals has resulted in one of the most lucrative markets that one can possibly plan to invest in. Rental occupancy rates in the Keys are among the highest in the world. This book, written by a couple with expertise in real estate and business valuations, can show you how to own a piece of paradise!

Sujets

• Selling Homes
• Buying Homes
• Real Estate
• Employabilité, métiers et formations
• Economics
• Business

Informations

• Publié par: eBookIt.com
• Date de parution: 15 décembre 2015
• Nombre de lectures: 0
• EAN13: 9781456625979
• Langue: English

Extrait

OWN A PIECE OF PARADISE IN THE FLORIDA KEYS

By David and Anne Meade

© 2015 David and Anne Meade

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Introduction
Investing in the Florida Keys Real Estate Market
Own a Piece of the Florida Keys
Key Largo
Tavernier
Plantation Key
Windley Key
Islamorada
Long Key
Conch Key
Duck Key
Grassy Key
Key Colony Beach
Key Vaca
Bahia Honda Key
Big Pine Key
Ramrod Key
Summerland Key
Cudjoe Key
Sugarloaf Key
Stock Island
Key West
The 7-Mile Bridge and Overseas Railroad
Sailing the Keys
Florida Keys Kayaking
Beaches of the Keys
The Green Flash
Florida Keys Fishing
Scuba Diving
Florida Keys Economic Outlook
Buying a Florida Keys Business
Contact Information
How to Value an Operating Business
The Discounted Cash Flow Model
The Risk Free Rate
The Equity Risk Premium Rate
The Size Premium
The Company Specific Risk Premium
The Gordon Growth Model
Excess Cash and Liabilities
Buying and Selling U.S. Real Estate by Non-Residents
Final Contact Information
Disclaimer
Introduction
Wake up! You get out o f bed and open the windows. It’s a beautiful day as you look out the window and see the tranquil waters. The rising sun’s reflection on the water glistens like diamonds. What color will the sea be today? Will it be turquoise, emerald green, light blue to indigo? See that majestic sailboat leaving the marina? Beyond the swaying palm trees and Bougainvillea you watch an osprey pluck a fish from the sea.
If this incredible scene is not visible from your window, it is always just steps away. Where are you? You are in the only truly tropical area in the continental United States . You are in the Florida Keys . Let us take a journey along the incredibly beautiful and diverse Keys. We will explore the 100 miles from Key Largo to Key West and visualize the abundance of possible investments as we go.
Investing in the Florida Keys Real Estate Market
The Keys real estate market has become a hot contender as one of the most valuable markets to invest in, particularly since the stock markets have started to become so volatile these days. All in all, if you have money and are looking to invest it in real estate, look no further than the Florida Keys. The time is right, the market is ripe and you can earn some real money. The benefits of real estate are many, and one of the most highly valued areas for people to invest in real estate is in the Florida Keys.
The Florida Keys has gained a reputation as a solid and dependable market. Even during 2009 when a lot of markets saw their value drop, the Florida Keys remained strong and thus attracted a great deal of investors. It was the Florida Keys’ solidity during this period of financial turmoil that brought it to the attention of investors who were desperate for a way to keep the cash flowing.
Hotels in the island chain have seen their revenue per available room (RevPAR) returns steadily increase. For example, during the general economic downturn in 2009, the Keys proved their reslience by recording only a nominal decline in RevPAR at 6.3 percent whereas nationally the average reached a 17.4 percent declin e. Real Estate Investment T rusts (REITs) from around the country have recently closed deals in the $90 million to $184 million range for acquisition of prime Keys properties.
Now the purpose of this book is to introduce the individual investor to the Keys. I make note of REIT investment in the Keys only to illustrate a point – it’s an extremely robust market. I used to be the Business Manager for an extremely wealthy family on Jupiter Island, Florida , and one of their beliefs was that the key to investment is diversification. If you have capital to invest, and you need a primary home, a second market home to generate rental income, or if you’re looking to establish an investment base, look no further than the Florida Keys ! In the Keys you can buy everything from a one-bedroom condominium to your own spectacular private island, equipped with a state-of-the-art solar system for self-sufficient living. You can buy a townhome, a duplex, a corporate retreat, a single family home or a luxury estate. Spend some time in the Keys and rent a houseboat, a vacation rental or a house while you’re looking. The Florida Keys are very popular for Europeans seeking a real estate haven. You can purchase a residence for cash, or for 20-30% down and finance the balance.
The Florida Keys has great popularity as a tourist destination. It is the southernmost part of the United States, which means that it stays warm all year round! This gives it a universal, perennial appeal, as people can visit it during the winter months and enjoy the pleasant weather. The lack of a seasonality factor makes the Florida Keys a superior market to most other markets where tourism is the main source of profit.
The Keys are a 126-mile long chain of 1,700 islands. This year alone, almost three million people are expected to visit. If you’re looking for stunning beauty, look no further.
The Florida Keys is both a primary and a secondary market for homes. It also happens to be one of the most valuable secondary investment markets in the world.
Thus, the Florida Keys has become an incredibly profitable real estate market, on par with real estate giants like New York. Increasing high demand for vacation rentals and home rentals has resulted in one of the most lucrative markets that one can possibly plan to invest in. Rental occupancy rates in the Keys are among the highest in the world.
Own a Piece of the Florida Keys
A wonderful tropical, tranquil world is waiting for you. One where you can enjoy, relax and truly prosper. Only in the Florida Keys can you escape to an atmosphere that is like no other. Once you navigate the tranquil “18-mile stretch” south of Florida City, you will find you have entered the island paradise of the Florida Keys . You feel as if you have left the hustle and bustle of the U.S. for a new and wonderful experience. A visit to the Florida Keys is an opportunity to realize the value of owning property on one of the picturesque islands.
You can stroll through palm forests, walk into a tropical hardwood hammock (island of trees), sail along the mangrove shoreline to sandy beaches, or explore the coral reefs. These lead to the deeper waters of the Florida straits and beyond the brilliant colors of the Gulfstream. There are many properties to own for private pleasure, or to own to rent on the Cayos (Spanish for “little islands” ).
Investing in property in the Florida Keys is an opportunity to enjoy the diverse beauty of the Keys. Peaceful seascapes and exciting water sports and activities await your arrival. The ultimate in diving experiences are available. The Keys are a boat owner’s dream of sailing chartered and unchartered waters. Finally, you’ll experience the most incredible sunsets. All of this is available while you watch your property value steadily increase.