Wondering what leisurely attractions the Treasure Coast area has to offer its residents? Familiar with the area but looking for something new? These sites make it easy to find just what it is you're looking for.
Vero Beach Local Resource Guide
Indian River Chamber of Commerce
City of Port St. Lucie
St. Lucie Chamber of Commerce
Stuart/Martin County Chamber of Commerce
Treasure Coast General Information
Local Procedures
No matter which community you're considering, it's always smart to be aware of local practices. Following are a few pointers on what to expect within the Treasure Coast area real estate community:
Who Pays?
In Indian River County, it is customary for the seller to pay for the owner's title insurance policy. It is also traditionally the seller's responsibility to pay the costs associated with the loan on a house (also known as "prorations") in Indian River County.
In Martin County, it is customary for the buyer and seller to split the owner's title insurance policy. It is also traditionally a split esponsibility to pay the costs associated with the loan on a house (also known as "prorations") in Martin County.
Details can be found in the FAR/Bar contract, which is a contract agreed upon by the Florida Association of Realtors® and the Florida Bar Association. The contract is tailored to a particular region in Florida.
Flood Insurance
Make sure you research the need for flood insurance in your area.
The following sites are good resources for more information on hurricanes and flooding in the Treasure Coast region:
Map of Region
Maps of the Vero Beach, Stuart and other Treasure Coast areas are available at the following sites:
|
