Rent vs. Buy - Here are some Shocking Numbers to Drive your 2021 Goals

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Check this out!  These are Average Rental Prices in FL.  AVERAGE!!!!

Check this out!  These are Average Rental Prices in FL.  AVERAGE!!!!   The average apartment size in this chart is 968 Sq Ft!

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The average apartment size in this chart is 968 Sq Ft!

Tampa's average rent is $1,395 /mo and the average size is only 968 Sqft!

$250,000 loan for 740+ Fico is around 2.875% - 2.99% 30 yr fixed

That is a Principal and Interest Payment of only $1,079- $1,095


Check your market's average rental prices here


With Lender and Seller Credits and Even Down Payment Assistance Funds - most renters will be able to BUY


Don’t miss this segment!  Talk to your friends and family and your circle of influence.  Everyone knows someone renting.


Innovative Mortgage can help you eliminate the Down Payment Challenge for 1st Time Home Buyers with:

  • Down Payment Assistance - DPA
  • 3% Down Home Ready and Home Possible
  • 3.5% FHA
  • 100% Financing for VA 
  • 100% Financing for USDA

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There is NO better place to make your new clients happy than Innovative Mortgage where YOU set your compensation and YOU choose the rates and programs for your clients.


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