For the past few weekends we have been Water Bound. This past Saturday we took a Kayaking adventure down the Wacissa River. Again, great sites to see, beautiful weather and wildlife as well as a great upper body work out. We were in the water by 10:00 A.M. and returned about 5:00P.M, just in time…
Are you contemplating purchasing a home because you don’t know if we have hit rock bottom? Well know one knows if we have hit it yet or if it is still to come. The longer you wait the more it is going to cost you in the long run. Interest rates will increase the great…
Technology is changing on a daily basis. Most people now use their phones or iPads to communicate and get information. Lap tops and desk tops are not as convenient as the most recent advances in new technology. You can now get wireless information that can be seen easier on your Tablet or iPads VS your…
This week’s New Listings. The listing activity has been increasing on a daily basis. I wanted to share with you 2 new listings that went on the market last week. The first is 7339 Ox Bow Circle. This is a great family home that has over 3500 Square feet 4 bedrooms 3 full baths an…
Listing Activity. I have been in the Real Estate industry going on 17 years and have seen many changes in the market. As all of us have been affected economically the past 3 years have been a major challenge for all. We are seeing homes sell for what they were worth in 2003-2004.Because of this…
What Next? Now that the Florida Session is over maybe we can see some movement in our market. I know many folks have been holding off from purchasing because of job security. We are hoping that there is some relief in sight. People still need to relocate and others are staying put because of their…
What to do in Tallahassee. There are so many things to do in our great city. Last weekend we went to the Wakulla River and went kayaking . What an awesome thing to do and less than ½ hour away. You can rent canoes or kayaks from Wilderness Way. All I had to do is…
Paws for Patriots, provides guide dogs to blinded soldiers and veteran assistance dogs to vets suffering from Post Traumatic Stress Disorder. What a great cause this program is. You can help our soldiers and veterans by giving to the program. Go to floridarealtors.org/paws and give today to this cause.
Flipping a Foreclosure or Distressed Property! There are still opportunities to flip properties to make money. The first rule of thumb is to make sure you have your finances in line to purchase quickly as well as a reserve to remodel and possibly hold the property for a while. If for some reason the market…
Thinking of Building a new home? Construction cost has not changed much over the last couple of years. The cost of the land has changed drastically. With the short sale and foreclosure market it has made land cost much more competitive. There are excellent opportunities to purchase land at this time. Check with your local…
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