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Flood Plains, High Winds, and Leased Land: Your Guide to Buying a House in Palm Springs

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You’ll have to navigate land leases, HOA requirements , and stiff competition from other buyers set on purchasing your picture-perfect property. We talked to Dan Hamilton , a top real estate agent with 20 years experience, to get the lowdown on buying your ideal home in sunny Palm Springs. Find a top Palm Springs agent.

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Fee Simple vs. Leasehold: Two Very Different Types of Ownership

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It gives someone ownership of a home or structure on the property, but someone else owns the land itself. The leaseholder pays the fee simple owner to use the land for a set period. You might also see this called a land lease or ground lease. When in doubt, talk to a local real estate agent.

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6 of the Best Retirement Communities in Florida

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Florida is such a popular choice for many seniors,” says Carrie Courtney , a top-producing HomeLight Elite agent and retirement specialist in Central Florida who has 19 years of experience. We analyze over 27 million transactions and thousands of reviews to determine which agent is best for you based on your needs.

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