October 2008

Tampa Bay Real Estate Buying and Investing Group-Tampa, Fl

Join us for the Tampa, Fl Real Estate Buying & Investing Meetup. This group is organized by experienced Real Estate Agents and is intended to educate and share ideas with other people who have similar interests. Learn the differences between home auctions, short sales, and bank owned property. We will be teaching negotiation techniques, contracts, … Continue reading Tampa Bay Real Estate Buying and Investing Group-Tampa, Fl

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Tampa Real Estate makes TOP 20 List for positive EQUITY

I found another positive news article from Inman news addressing the Tampa Bay Area Housing Market.  This study shows that Tampa is in the top 20 for appreciation and is a very good sign that now is the best time to buy a house.  It also compares costs of owning versus renting in our market which … Continue reading Tampa Real Estate makes TOP 20 List for positive EQUITY

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The Place at Channelside Auction Winner Announced-Tampa, Florida

The new ownership of The Place at Channelside Development has been disclosed.  After reading the article the only disagreement I have is that they said there is no market for condos right now.  When I posted the last article about the Place going to Auction we received an overwhelming response from people who were wanting … Continue reading The Place at Channelside Auction Winner Announced-Tampa, Florida

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How to know your neighbors-Tampa, Fl

When looking at homes for sale many clients ask me about the neighborhood and who lives there.  Here’s a handy website to research crime in any community throughout the U.S. Do you know your neighbors?  I mean, REALLY know your neighbors?  Well, the attached site will help you know the ones you need to know … Continue reading How to know your neighbors-Tampa, Fl

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How Amendment 5 may affect your Property Taxes-Florida

I found another news article pertaining to property taxes.  These are very important issues to consider and will be on your ballot when voting November 4th.  Considering the Tampa Bay housing market has dramatically changed the past couple years, we should think about our assessed values.  The property appraisers tax homeowners based on the assessed … Continue reading How Amendment 5 may affect your Property Taxes-Florida

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Vote Nov. 4th Amendments 3,4 & 6-Important Property Tax Information

I recently called the Hillsborough County Property Appraisers Office to schedule a meeting with Rob Turner, our property appraiser.  As I was speaking to the lady on the phone she had mentioned that Amendments 3,4 and 6 would potentially have an effect on our property taxes.  Since I had not received my sample ballot in … Continue reading Vote Nov. 4th Amendments 3,4 & 6-Important Property Tax Information

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Canal Dredging Update-South Tampa Waterfront Community

If you’ve been looking to purchase a waterfront home in the Tampa Bay area, then you may have heard about an ongoing canal dredging effort that has been talked about by the City of Tampa for many years.  It looks like Waterfront Residents in the South Tampa areas, inlcuding Beach Park, Sunset Park and Davis … Continue reading Canal Dredging Update-South Tampa Waterfront Community

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The Place at Channelside Auction sells for 21.9M

Tampa Bay Business Journal  by Michael Hinman Staff writer Breaking News on the outcome of the Auction at the Place in Channelside-Tampa, Fl The identity of the group in line to buy The Place at Channelside has yet to be revealed, but the purchase price is now public.   The 243-unit complex on Channelside Drive … Continue reading The Place at Channelside Auction sells for 21.9M

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What to know before you buy a home at auction-Tampa, Fl

Home Auctions, Tampa Florida. When I saw a commercial on TV advertising Home Auctions in Tampa, I thought I’d check it out. I called the auction company and they explained to me that you can place a bid online, or show up at the auction and see the home the day before.  There were only … Continue reading What to know before you buy a home at auction-Tampa, Fl

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The best Real Estate Deals are bank owned-Tampa, Fl

I thought this was a great article for people looking to buy a home in the Tampa Bay Housing Market. Many clients that are purchasing homes now always ask me what the difference is between a bank owned and short sale property. This news article is the short version as there are many details involved in the … Continue reading The best Real Estate Deals are bank owned-Tampa, Fl

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Is it time for Sellers to take any offer? Tampa Real Estate Update

Many sellers should be very concerned after this past week’s economic crisis.  Who isn’t watching TV, reading the Newspaper, or getting news online about how this mess could affect the Real Estate Market?  This especially holds true to the housing market here in Tampa.    If you are trying to sell your home and haven’t already started a short sale or … Continue reading Is it time for Sellers to take any offer? Tampa Real Estate Update

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