May 2009

Home Buyer Tax Credit Down Payment Update

Friday the St. Petersburg Times stated that Governor Christ signed a bill to allow for the First Time Homebuyer Credit to be used as down payment and I am getting numerous emails regarding the details so I wanted to take a moment and update everyone.  FHA announced today that it will allow the First Time … Continue reading Home Buyer Tax Credit Down Payment Update

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Luxury Waterfront Home Market Statistics 2009-Tampa, FL

In the Tampa Bay Area defining a luxury home community usually means a large waterfront home in a desirable neighborhood.  How is Tampa, Florida’s Real Estate Market performing in high end home sales? I compiled statistics from the Tampa MLS.  As of May 2009, there are approximately 109 active listings between 1m-2m for sale in Hillsborough … Continue reading Luxury Waterfront Home Market Statistics 2009-Tampa, FL

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Hillsborough Riverfront Homes a good option for thrifty waterfront buyers-Tampa, Fl

Looking for a waterfront home for sale in Tampa Bay but don’t want to spend a fortune? Why not look at Riverfront Property? Most homes on the Hillsborough River have larger lot sizes and are on deep water.  They are also less expensive!  This exclusive waterfront property is over 2,100sf!  Home is nestled among large oak trees … Continue reading Hillsborough Riverfront Homes a good option for thrifty waterfront buyers-Tampa, Fl

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How to find the BEST Real Estate Agents in Tampa

Since there are approximately 8,000 Real Estate Agents in the Tampa Bay Area selecting the BEST one may be difficult. You know the old saying that 10% of sales people do 90% of the sales? Well that’s true in the Real Estate industry as well. After all, aren’t we helping buyers and sellers through the … Continue reading How to find the BEST Real Estate Agents in Tampa

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$8,000 tax credit for first time home buyers can now be used as a downpayment!

Tony Marks with Marks and Marks Mortgage just informed me of a great benefit for those looking to purchase a home this year! "We all want to enable FHA consumers to access the tax credit funds when they close on their home loans so that the cash can be used as a down payment." United … Continue reading $8,000 tax credit for first time home buyers can now be used as a downpayment!

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Chinese Drywall used in Florida can destroy your home

Dick and Nancy Nelson, who say the Florida retirement home they bought new in 2006 has Chinese-manufactured drywall, contend all their appliances with copper are failing, according to CNN affiliate WFTS-TV. “The washing machine, the dryer, the microwave, a refrigerator — these are all brand-new appliances, and they’re breaking down,” Nancy Nelson of Palmetto told … Continue reading Chinese Drywall used in Florida can destroy your home

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