February 2007

Homes hit the auction block-Tampa, FL

Homes hit the auction blockAn unusual auction draws bidders to the Seminole Hard Rock. By EMILY NIPPSPublished February 25, 2007 TAMPA – Inside the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino, thousands of slot machines jingled loudly over the blare of Peter Gabriel’s Sledgehammer.Straight-faced men and women sat hunched over hands of Texas Hold ‘Em. Cigar … Continue reading Homes hit the auction block-Tampa, FL

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Want to live in Seminole Heights? A neighborhood tradition is the “porch party.”

Want to live in Seminole Heights? Here’s some history and an example of a 1940′s Bungalow. Known for its historic background. Seminole Heights is popular due to the craftsman style bungalows from the early 20th century that remain. Certain buildings in the neighborhood existed back in the early 1900‘s, including the Seminole Heights Methodist Church, … Continue reading Want to live in Seminole Heights? A neighborhood tradition is the “porch party.”

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Existing-Home Sales Ease, Supplies Tighten — 2006 Historically High

Existing-Home Sales Ease, Supplies Tighten — 2006 Historically High Existing-home sales eased but prices stabilized as inventories tightened in December, while 2006 was the third-highest sales year on record.Total existing-home sales – including single-family, townhomes, condominiums and co-ops – eased 0.8 percent to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 6.22 million units in December from … Continue reading Existing-Home Sales Ease, Supplies Tighten — 2006 Historically High

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Florida Insurance Crisis Update, Tampa, Fl

Florida governor freezes property insurance ratesBy Michael PeltierReutersTuesday, January 30, 2007; 12:13 PMTALLAHASSEE, Florida (Reuters) – Florida Gov. Charlie Crist on Tuesday froze property insurance rates and blocked insurers from canceling policies as the state prepares for another hurricane season and insurance reforms kick in. One week after state lawmakers signed off on a sweeping … Continue reading Florida Insurance Crisis Update, Tampa, Fl

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