The Truth About Buying a Home in Florida 🏝 – 14 Myths Exposed!!!

Think you know Florida real estate? Think again! 🏝🏡 There’s a lot of noise about buying a home in Florida—20% down, impossible insurance rates, Zillow “values,” bidding wars, and rumors of another crash. Most of it is flat-out wrong!

In this video, I’m busting 14 of the biggest real estate myths — including some that could be costing you thousands. You’ll learn what’s actually true about buying a home on Florida’s Treasure Coast, what’s changed in 2025, and how to make confident decisions whether you’re buying, selling, or just watching the market.

🏡 What you’ll learn:
✔ Why you don’t need a 20% down payment
✔ The truth about Zillow “estimates”
✔ Which renovations actually boost your home’s value
✔ How student loans and credit really affect mortgage approval
✔ What’s happening with Florida insurance rates
✔ Why this market is not a 2008 repeat
✔ And the new myth that’s stopping people from buying right now

Florida’s housing market is evolving — not crashing — and with the right knowledge, you can take advantage of the opportunities right here in Stuart, Palm City, Jensen Beach, and Hutchinson Island.

TIMESTAMPS (Clean + Optimized)

00:00 – Why Florida buyers are overwhelmed with misinformation
00:35 – Myth 1: “You need 20% down to buy a home”
01:12 – Myth 2: “Zillow knows your home’s true value”
01:48 – Myth 3: “All renovations add value”
02:25 – Myth 4: “Renting is smarter than buying”
03:03 – Myth 5: “The lowest interest rate is always the best deal”
03:40 – Myth 6: “You need perfect credit to buy”
04:09 – Myth 7: “Student loans mean you can’t buy a home”
04:45 – Myth 8: “Bidding wars are over in Florida”
05:14 – Myth 9: “New construction always costs more”
05:48 – Myth 10: “Affordability issues only happen in big cities”
06:18 – Myth 11: “Pre-qualification equals pre-approval”
06:52 – Myth 12: “A 2008-style housing crash is coming”
07:27 – Myth 13: “Homeowners insurance is unaffordable in Florida”
08:02 – Myth 14: “It’s too uncertain to buy right now”
08:40 – Final takeaway: Florida’s market is strong, stable, and full of opportunity
09:10 – How to connect with Maria for buying or selling

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Welcome! I’m Maria Wells, Broker/Owner of Lifestyle Realty Group in Stuart, Florida. With more than 25 years of experience, I’ve helped countless buyers and sellers navigate the Treasure Coast market with confidence. My background includes serving as President of Florida Realtors® in 2017, Region 5 Vice President for the National Association of REALTORS® in 2019, and even testifying before Congress on flood insurance issues that directly affect our community.

What sets me apart is local expertise, deep market knowledge, and the ability to make every real estate experience seamless. From Martin County to St. Lucie County, my clients know they can trust me for clear advice, strong negotiations, and results that matter.

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