Mortgage Broker Fort Lauderdale FL | Florida State Mortgage Group, Inc.
Florida State Mortgage Group, Inc. are mortgage brokers in Fort Lauderdale, offering a comprehensive selection of loan options. Call us at (954) 359-3000.
Cost of Living in Fort Lauderdale
Based on Sperling’s Best Places’ index, the average cost of living in Fort Lauderdale is 129.6. This is based on a scale where a score above 100 means that the cost of living in the city is more expensive than the US average. Most costs in Fort Lauderdale are marginally higher than the US-wide average.
Taxes in Fort Lauderdale
One of the most attractive features about living in Fort Lauderdale is low tax rates. With the state’s sales tax rate being only 6%, you are able to save money. In addition to that, Florida is one of the 7 states that don’t have an income tax.
Employment Market in Fort Lauderdale
Much like in other parts of Florida, the fluctuating seasonal population in Fort Lauderdale has a huge impact on its economy. According to the US Census 2018 report , the average household brings in an income of $52,315. The per capita income is $39,601.
Also, around 19.3% of Fort Lauderdale residents live in poverty. The job market can be tough, but you can still find a stable source of income if you have a job waiting for you.
Average Home Prices
According to Zillow, the median home value in Fort Lauderdale is around $312,900. The current median price of houses listed for sale in Fort Lauderdale is $500,000, while the median price of sold homes is $334,200.
Fort Lauderdale High School Districts
Broward County Public Schools is the second-largest school district in Florida. Fully accredited in the school system since 1963, it has 327 schools around the district, including Fort Lauderdale.
Besides that, there are also a number of great private schools you can choose from.
Crime Rates in the City
Unfortunately, as it is with other cities around the US, crime is a reality in Fort Lauderdale. However, it varies from neighborhood to neighborhood. On an index of 100 , the city’s violent crime rate ranks at 36.7 with a 22.7 average for the country. As for property crime, the city ranks at 75.8 against the US average of 35.4.
Despite these high crime rates, the city is home to a number of safe neighborhoods. Spend extra time while real estate shopping to make sure that you’re buying a house in a safe neighborhood.
Getting Around Fort Lauderdale
According to the US Census Bureau, the mean commute time for Broward County is just over 28 minutes. This means that the average round trip in working hours would be less than an hour.
For some Fort Lauderdale residents, commuting around the city without a car is possible. They can access the Broward County Transit (BCT), which includes a fleet of 300 buses. They can also use the Brightline rail system, bike-sharing programs, the Tri-Rail, and Sun Trolley.
Leisure and Entertainment
There is no shortage of leisure and entertainment in the city. There are many beaches where you can spend your weekends. Also, there are more than four thousand restaurants and 120 nightclubs.
If you prefer quieter outings, the NSU Art Museum, the Museum of Discovery and Science, and the Coral Springs Museum of Art are excellent places to spend your time.
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What Our Clients Are Saying
AUWAL ADAMU H.
15:26 28 Sep 23
I can't thank Steve at Florida State Realty Group enough for helping me purchase my Fort Lauderdale condo. He made the entire process smooth and efficient. Highly recommended!
Nkechi G.
15:13 28 Sep 23
Betty at Florida State Mortgage Group is a true professional. She helped me invest in a great property in Fort Lauderdale. Her expertise and dedication are top-notch. I couldn't be happier.
Art K.
15:30 27 Sep 23
Once our regular bank delayed our loan application, we became exceptionally nervous. We were in jeopardy of not only losing our new home but our deposit. We are eternally grateful that we were referred to Steve McWilliam. We had initially Googled Fort Lauderdale Mortgage Broker and he was the number one mortgage broker but we had already started the process with our local bank which was a horrible experience and mistake. We can highly recommend Steve as he delivered above and beyond what we had expected.
Harry K.
20:07 15 Sep 23
Stephen is an expert in this bussiness.Excellent attention, fast respond to all our questions.
Scott M.
02:17 22 Oct 22
Steve and his team did a fantastic job with my loan and I would highly recommend! They are extremely knowledgeable and professional and will certainly use them again! I have had a few other friends use Steve and they all have positive things to say. 5 stars!
Isabel E.
13:54 08 Oct 22
Stephen and Betty over delivered not only my needs in securing a loan to purchase my dream house but we’re profferesional and courteous every step of the way. I am blessed to have had met them. Thank you GOD
James B.
03:11 20 Nov 21
From my first call to Steve Mc William to the second we closed, it was the best service ever. I felt as if I were their only customer. Everything was top notch and professional.
Stephen B.
15:59 19 Nov 21
J C
21:36 13 Nov 21
Mr McWilliam was extremely thorough and informative. He even provided excellent advice on some other non related mortgage questions I had. He listened carefully to my goals and provided me with the best product for my financial situation. I have never met any one so thorough. Thank you.
Crystal T.
14:04 12 Nov 21
angelo C.
21:26 08 Nov 21
Linda R.
19:27 18 Jan 21
Steve did a great job on our refi. Thanks for making it happen.
Crystal T.
12:15 30 Jul 20
Steve and his team at Florida State Mortgage Group, Inc. went above and beyond to help me get my mortgage for our families new home. Steve is very professional, experienced, and the company offers excellent customer service. I highly recommend anyone in the need of a mortgage to contact Florida State Mortgage Group, Inc.
Lana M.
16:22 13 Feb 20
Stephen McWilliam was an amazing person to deal with. Our deal was pretty complicated on all aspects and he was so professional, he got it done !!! Thank you so much for all the hard work you put into this deal!!!
Erica Bethe L.
16:21 22 Jan 20
Working with Steve and Florida State Mortgage Group was singlehandedly the best and most seamless part of buying our home. I could not recommend them more highly.
Charlie C.
14:45 14 Jan 20
Stephen went above and beyond to help me in my situation. Thank You 👍
Brian M.
15:02 13 Jan 20
Steve did a wonderful job securing a mortgage for me based on the parameters I gave and seeing everything through to completion. No hiccups for me along the way in a process that can be very painful if not managed well.
Shannon D.
01:34 12 Jan 20
Steve and the team at Florida State Mortgage Group are exceptional. I was looking for a townhouse for my family when Steve and his team were referred to me. Florida State Mortgage Group showed me I could easily afford a single family home. Steve handled everything from providing a list of homes, securing the home loan, insurance options and closing.I’ve referred Florida State Mortgage Group to friends and family. Each person has experienced the same level of knowledge and quality of service.5 STARS
Florida G.
19:08 11 Jan 20
I was very pleased with Steve and the ease of the process. No hiccups or surprises. Highly recommended for mortgage services.
Michelle V.
17:20 08 Jul 19
I worked with Betty to buy my first house here in South Florida and I could not be happier! She was amazing. She was always available to answer my questions and she was very patient. She was extremely knowledgeable, even getting me approved for a HUGE tax exemption I will receive annually . She always had all the paper work ready on time and explained everything in detail. I could not image a better agent. I'm SO glad we made the decision to work with her. Thanks Betty!
Justin P.
16:01 08 Jul 19
Betty did an amazing job originating our loan. She is knowledgeable, accessible, and eager to provide the best for her clients. I HIGHLY recommend her!
Ganel A.
00:59 26 Feb 19
you guys are doing a great job keep it up.
Mike H.
17:15 20 Feb 19
Natalie R.
20:59 12 Feb 19
We had a great experience with Florida State Mortgage Group. Would recommend them and will use them again in the future.
Sean Z.
18:28 05 Feb 19
Steve McWilliam was a tremendous help in securing my mortgage a few years ago. He’s also been a great source of knowledge in the time since. I highly recommend him as someone you can trust.
Scott Y.
17:42 04 Feb 19
The smartest, most helpful and insightful mortgage loan person I’ve ever used. On our first attempt to buy he saved us from disaster. On our second attempt he was finished and ready to close before everyone else! Our loan was a VA so we expected it to take extra time...nope. For our next loan we won’t use anyone else.
Mike M.
03:25 03 Feb 19
Knowledgeable, Professional and results oriented!!
Hugh B.
19:22 02 Feb 19
If your looking for a highly professional, easy to work with and lightning fast mortgage team, then Florida State Mortgage is for you.I wouldn’t go anywhere else for my mortgage needs.Hugh B.Davie, Florida
Madison C.
00:53 30 May 18
They were a pleasure to work with and they helped us get through the financing of our first home in Florida. Highly recommended!
Peter P.
07:26 22 Feb 18
They helped me get a loan for my first-home purchase. At first I wasn't sure what to expect working with them, but they quickly put those worries to rest! They were very patient with us every step with professionalism.
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AUWAL ADAMU HUSSAIN
15:26 28 Sep 23
I can't thank Steve at Florida State Realty Group enough for helping me purchase my Fort Lauderdale condo. He made the entire process smooth and efficient. Highly recommended! Nkechi Godwill
15:13 28 Sep 23
Betty at Florida State Mortgage Group is a true professional. She helped me invest in a great property in Fort Lauderdale. Her expertise and dedication are top-notch. I couldn't be happier. Art King
15:30 27 Sep 23
Once our regular bank delayed our loan application, we became exceptionally nervous. We were in jeopardy of not only losing our new home but our deposit. We are eternally grateful that we were referred to Steve McWilliam. We had initially Googled Fort Lauderdale Mortgage Broker and he was the number one mortgage broker but we had already started the process with our local bank which was a horrible experience and mistake. We can highly recommend Steve as he delivered above and beyond what we had expected. Harry Kreisberger
20:07 15 Sep 23
Stephen is an expert in this bussiness.Excellent attention, fast respond to all our questions. Scott Mason
02:17 22 Oct 22
Steve and his team did a fantastic job with my loan and I would highly recommend! They are extremely knowledgeable and professional and will certainly use them again! I have had a few other friends use Steve and they all have positive things to say. 5 stars! Isabel Echeverry
13:54 08 Oct 22
Stephen and Betty over delivered not only my needs in securing a loan to purchase my dream house but we’re profferesional and courteous every step of the way. I am blessed to have had met them. Thank you GOD James Basile
03:11 20 Nov 21
From my first call to Steve Mc William to the second we closed, it was the best service ever. I felt as if I were their only customer. Everything was top notch and professional. Stephen Brathwaite
15:59 19 Nov 21
J C
21:36 13 Nov 21
Mr McWilliam was extremely thorough and informative. He even provided excellent advice on some other non related mortgage questions I had. He listened carefully to my goals and provided me with the best product for my financial situation. I have never met any one so thorough. Thank you. Crystal Torres
14:04 12 Nov 21
angelo cedeno
21:26 08 Nov 21
Crystal Torres
12:15 30 Jul 20
Steve and his team at Florida State Mortgage Group, Inc. went above and beyond to help me get my mortgage for our families new home. Steve is very professional, experienced, and the company offers excellent customer service. I highly recommend anyone in the need of a mortgage to contact Florida State Mortgage Group, Inc. Lana Mihova
16:22 13 Feb 20
Stephen McWilliam was an amazing person to deal with. Our deal was pretty complicated on all aspects and he was so professional, he got it done !!! Thank you so much for all the hard work you put into this deal!!! Erica Bethe Levin
16:21 22 Jan 20
Working with Steve and Florida State Mortgage Group was singlehandedly the best and most seamless part of buying our home. I could not recommend them more highly. Charlie Crusher
14:45 14 Jan 20
Stephen went above and beyond to help me in my situation. Thank You 👍 Brian Mosher
15:02 13 Jan 20
Steve did a wonderful job securing a mortgage for me based on the parameters I gave and seeing everything through to completion. No hiccups for me along the way in a process that can be very painful if not managed well. Shannon Dameron
01:34 12 Jan 20
Steve and the team at Florida State Mortgage Group are exceptional. I was looking for a townhouse for my family when Steve and his team were referred to me. Florida State Mortgage Group showed me I could easily afford a single family home. Steve handled everything from providing a list of homes, securing the home loan, insurance options and closing.I’ve referred Florida State Mortgage Group to friends and family. Each person has experienced the same level of knowledge and quality of service.5 STARS Florida Guy
19:08 11 Jan 20
I was very pleased with Steve and the ease of the process. No hiccups or surprises. Highly recommended for mortgage services. Michelle Vantine
17:20 08 Jul 19
I worked with Betty to buy my first house here in South Florida and I could not be happier! She was amazing. She was always available to answer my questions and she was very patient. She was extremely knowledgeable, even getting me approved for a HUGE tax exemption I will receive annually . She always had all the paper work ready on time and explained everything in detail. I could not image a better agent. I'm SO glad we made the decision to work with her. Thanks Betty! Justin Pyka
16:01 08 Jul 19
Betty did an amazing job originating our loan. She is knowledgeable, accessible, and eager to provide the best for her clients. I HIGHLY recommend her! Mike Heller
17:15 20 Feb 19
Natalie Rodriguez
20:59 12 Feb 19
We had a great experience with Florida State Mortgage Group. Would recommend them and will use them again in the future. Sean Zamora
18:28 05 Feb 19
Steve McWilliam was a tremendous help in securing my mortgage a few years ago. He’s also been a great source of knowledge in the time since. I highly recommend him as someone you can trust. Scott Yankton
17:42 04 Feb 19
The smartest, most helpful and insightful mortgage loan person I’ve ever used. On our first attempt to buy he saved us from disaster. On our second attempt he was finished and ready to close before everyone else! Our loan was a VA so we expected it to take extra time...nope. For our next loan we won’t use anyone else. Hugh Bruder
19:22 02 Feb 19
If your looking for a highly professional, easy to work with and lightning fast mortgage team, then Florida State Mortgage is for you.I wouldn’t go anywhere else for my mortgage needs.Hugh B.Davie, Florida Madison Cantrell
00:53 30 May 18
They were a pleasure to work with and they helped us get through the financing of our first home in Florida. Highly recommended! Peter Parkson
07:26 22 Feb 18
They helped me get a loan for my first-home purchase. At first I wasn't sure what to expect working with them, but they quickly put those worries to rest! They were very patient with us every step with professionalism. ×