Two Deputies Shot at Site of Crime Prevention Conference - 05/31/07 08:02 AM
What a headline. Orlando, May 30,2007 Two Orange Counties Deputies were shot while on call as three suspects were attempting to break into cars in the parking lot of the Caribe Royale hotel in the Disney Area. The irony here is the hotel was hosting A Crime Prevention Conference. The deputies are in … (4 comments)
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Look for those Sleepers - 05/31/07 07:50 AM
The public impression of Realtors is one of mixed emotions. Some people love them, others want nothing to do with them. The later, are usually most concerned about the cost of commissions. While there are some truly excellent Realty Professionals out there as Broker Bryant points out in Freedom of … (0 comments)
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Imagine Paying Taxes on "Income" You Never Actually Had - 05/29/07 05:25 PM
Can you imagine paying taxes on "Income" You never actually had? What? That's Right. Loan Forgivenessby a lender may not be exactly what most homeowners, already troubled with late fees, delinquencies, foreclosures,short sales, or deed in lieu of foreclosure.
A homeowner, who experiences a major life change, medical bills, unexpected loss of job, … (2 comments)
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3325 Bracken Fern-Harmony Florida 34771 $318,000 - 05/25/07 07:40 AM
3325 Bracken Fern Dr-Harmony, Florida 34771 $318,000
$318,000 Price reduced for quick sale Are you kidding me? For a 4 bedroom 3 ½ bath dual Master Suite,
2335 sq.ft two story house, with a balcony, wood floors, patio garden, and 2 car garage! What a former builders model? Does that mean upgrades? Yep! WOW!!!! … (5 comments)
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Brokers Open, Blinders On.. Ready Set Go - 05/24/07 03:05 PM
I recently got an invitation to a Brokers Open. For those that don't know what that is-basically it an opportunity to add a bunch of points to your weight watchers list, see a few homes, and make sellers happy. There is food, food, desert, and beverages served from a variety of … (5 comments)
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Five Secrets To Making People Choose You - 05/23/07 11:50 AM
It is simple, it is easy and anyone can do it. The five simple secrets to making people want to work with you are:
1) Likeability- The "it" factor. Warm smile, commanding presence, not initimadating
2) Knowledge- keep informed on whats going on in your area.
3) Marketing- Clever eye catching out of the … (11 comments)
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Florida Condos, Townhomes, Existing Homes or New? - 05/22/07 10:23 AM
What is selling? As an expert in Osceola County, Florida the trend for young families and single professionals seems to be leaning towards the purchase of Town Homes, Town Houses, compact communities, whatever you prefer to call them. They are also an affordable alternative to existing single family homes ranging from the … (0 comments)
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Real Estate SLUMP & THE PUMP? What are Prices like in your neck of the woods? - 05/21/07 04:59 PM
Rising gas prices will no doubt have an impact on the slumping Real Estate Market. As gas prices creep upwards in some states like Florida, Colorado over $4.00 a gallon for regular, Realtors Nationwide report a drop in the attendence of Open Houses. In a climate of already sagging sales, rising gas prices will … (9 comments)
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You Have to See it To Believe it - 05/21/07 10:11 AM
Recently a retired college professor who has owned his house for over 30 years wanted to place it on the market in upstate New York. He determined the price should be $350,000. The problem was, his house would not appraise at anywhere near that. He interviewed several Realtors from the area. All came to … (34 comments)
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The Three Most Important Qualities Seller Must Have - 05/20/07 08:29 AM
We have all heard of Ready, Willing and able, but the three C's with regard to Sellers are:
Commitment.
Competitive
AND
Compromise
In order to achieve a successful result. The problem is 2 out of 3 would not get it done. Too often we hear how frustrated Realtors are with clients, who have high expectations, and are unrealistic … (4 comments)
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Seasons In The Sun - 05/20/07 08:02 AM
Perhaps the biggest adjustment in moving to Florida was getting used to the school schedule. As a lifelong New Yorker, the norm was September to June. After arriving here, we experienced something called Tracks where huge gaps were created in the school calendar to share classrooms. Must have looked great on … (1 comments)
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Driving The Highway To Heaven - 05/18/07 02:32 PM
Many Realtors will tell you they are all about making dreams come true. And while that is in part what they hope to accomplish not all succeed. My favorite letter from a client, arrived a few weeks ago. Seems when they originally listed their house for sale over a year ago … (9 comments)
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What is a View Worth? - 05/18/07 09:34 AM
What a a view worth to you? Lake-front property has long been a desirable commodity. Finding it has become increasingly difficult as new developments spring up almost everywhere, and Planned Unit Developments begin to exceed single family dwellings. So finding a 3 acres lake-front house could cost a consumer a lot. … (11 comments)
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3325 Bracken Fern Dr-Harmony, Florida - 05/18/07 08:44 AM
$329,000 Are you kidding me? For a 4 bedroom 3 ½ bath dual Master Suite, 2335 sq.ft two story house, with a balcony, wood floors, patio garden, and 2 car garage! WHat a former builders model? Does that mean upgrades? Yep! WOW!!!! You heard it from a local folks. This is … (2 comments)
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Ask A Local! - 05/18/07 08:20 AM
The best way to learn about an area is to Ask A Local. They know where he best restaurants are, the favorite hot spots, the best fishing is, the best golf courses. And where the best deals on houses are. When considering relocation is it always helpful to ask a local … (1 comments)
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How Much Does A Piece Of Heaven Cost? - 05/18/07 08:05 AM
Everyone yearns for their own private "piece of heaven" a perfect, peaceful santuary they can call home. In the madness of 2005 most of these were priced so high no one could really afford them. Well the good news is, the market has shifted and prices have come down.
Seeking sanctuary away … (0 comments)
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Can N.A.R. succeed in Keeping Banks Out of Real Estate Brokerage & Management? - 05/17/07 08:34 AM
The National Association of Realtor (NAR) recently visited Capitol Hill to urge members of Congress to add their support to bill designed to keep national banking conglomerates out of real estate brokerage and management.
The bill (H.R. 111) would preserve the separate of banking and commerce by keeping banks out of … (4 comments)
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Osceola Market Update - 05/15/07 02:38 PM
What is the Real Estate Market Like? It seems there is a lot of public curiosity regarding what is going on in the Real Estate Market lately. We see for sale signs popping up just about everywhere on every street in volume numbers. What has changed since the boom of 2005 is … (0 comments)
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CBS LINK Provided by NAR - 05/15/07 08:51 AM
CBS Okay folks here is your chance. This link was provided by NAR to us as professionals to use to inform 60 minutes that we either approve or disapprove of their broadcast. I urge you to use this form wisely. Think long and hard about what you want to tell them. … (8 comments)
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The Bank DOES want your house - 05/14/07 11:03 AM
Before you jump on the foreclosure bandwagon and into the Short Sale frying pan, there a few things you need to know. A short sale means the Seller walks away with nothing. In some cases repairs may be necessary. It is an "As-Is". The common opinion of late is that banks do not … (1 comments)
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Lake Lizzie Preserve- Hike Bike or Ride Your Horse - 05/09/07 04:53 PM
Lake Lizzie Reserve-Osceola County St. Cloud, Florida. The perfect place to hike, walk, or trail ride with your horse. Open dusk through dawn. Osceola County Parks and Recreation has done a wonderful job recently renovating the reserve. Weekends it is not uncommon to see horse back riders mounting up for the … (2 comments)
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Farm Fresh Flatulance - 05/08/07 05:06 PM
Laurie Manny posted the I want 600 points challenge for the best story on AR. After thinking for a short time, there is one that comes to mind.
I had the misfortune one day to be showing homes to an elderly couple. They were a lovely couple married for over 45 … (60 comments)
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"Lien on Me" In Florida Ain't no Sunshine - 05/08/07 12:12 PM
Remember that song? Lean on me...when you're not strong...I'll be the one to help you carry on" Bill Wither's soulful rendition has taken on a slightly different meaning in "Lien" on Me which is forcing homeowners who purchased property two years ago to discover "it won't be long..until they need somebody to "lien" … (4 comments)
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Without A Word - 05/06/07 06:31 AM
Without uttering a single word, could there be something so powerful, that it would bring tears to your eyes. So meaningful that it would touch your heart and leave an indelable mark? So touching that it could cause the tears to flow from your eyes? My daughter graduated from Valencia College … (43 comments)
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Footwork & Foreclosures - 05/04/07 04:01 PM
Doing the footwork, applies to virtually anything you do. Taking the steps necessary to achieve the desired result. Sometimes we glide smoothly, other times we stumble hopelessly but it is a skill which will improve with practice. With a rising number of foreclosures, gas prices skyrocketing, and home owners struggling to … (3 comments)
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The Difference between Shrewed and Screwed - 05/02/07 03:13 AM
Fixture is anything that is glued, screwed or permanently placed in a home making it an integral part of that home. Like bookcases for example. Sellers who before or during the boom era thought they were shrewed to refinance, pull out equity established in a market on the rise, and … (25 comments)
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