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brandon fl homes and land for sale: 7 Rules for Selling Your Home Fast in a Down Market - 10/26/08 08:39 AM
Everyone knows the troubles the real estate market has suffered over the past couple of years. Most folks have stayed clear of the market unless they absolutely had to move. If you truly want to move or must move, here are seven rules that I have found will help in selling your home quickly in any real estate market:
Price the home properly. Buyers search by price range. Positioning your property in the highest range decreases the likelihood people will see it. A middle of the range price will attract more buyers than one at the highest level.
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brandon fl homes and land for sale: 12 Brandon Best Buys is now 11, but the news gets better! - 07/26/08 08:03 AM
We have had a lot of "hits" on our post "12 Brandon Best Buys" so we know you are looking.
You can see the original post at: http://activerain.com/blogsview/597117/Brandon-Florida-12-Best
Well, Listing T2315718 has just gone to contract and should close withing the next thirty days.
BUT A COUPLE OF THE BEST BUYS JUST GOT BETTER!
Listing T2315363 was just reduced from $237,900 to $229,900. This property had been to contract earlier at the list price of $237,900 and has since fallen out. The seller wants to sell and the earlier great price has just been reduced!
Listing T2317692 has just been reduced … (0 comments)
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brandon fl homes and land for sale: 5 Foreclosure Laws You Should Be Familiar With - 07/16/08 10:26 PM
Know the rules of the foreclosure process in your state.
Foreclosure laws very from state to state so research your state's laws. A good place to start your research of your states foreclosure process is www.foreclosurelaw.org/. If you or someone you know is facing a foreclosure of their home, there are 5 laws that that you should be familiar with:
1. Active Duty Military- If the borrower or the borrower's spouse is on active duty military, the Civil Relief Act of 2003, prohibits a lender from foreclosing on the mortgage. Additionally, the borrower may qualify for a reduction in the interest rate … (3 comments)
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brandon fl homes and land for sale: RV's (Motor Homes) Take Advantage of High Gas Prices - 07/14/08 08:58 PM
I was recently talking with a friend of mine that is "RV Crazy." He and his family have taken trips across most of the United States over the years. As a matter of fact, on the back of their motor home is a US map with "puzzle pieces" of states that are magnetically placed in their proper location indicating the states they have visited. And, they have visited most of the US.
But, gas prices have certainly had a major effect on RV traveling. If the country has been concerned about a recession, some will say that the RV industry … (7 comments)
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brandon fl homes and land for sale: Brandon Area Real Estate, Now is the Best Time to Buy - 07/10/08 08:59 PM
Here's Six Excellent Reasons Why....
1. It's a Buyer's Market- What exactly does a Buyer's Market mean? A Buyer's Market is a real estate market which has more sellers than buyers. Lower prices result from this excess of supply over demand, also called a soft market. Additionally, buyers have a much easier time negotiating concessions such as who pays what closing costs or the cost of new carpet and whether those gold brocade drapes stay behind.
2. The huge inventory of homes for sale gives the buyer a fantastic selection to choose from. The number of homes and land for sale in the Brandon Area … (1 comments)
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brandon fl homes and land for sale: Alderman's Ford Nature Preserve and Park, Eastern Hillsborough County Gem - 07/09/08 10:39 AM
Alderman's Ford Nature Preserve and Park
The Alderman's Ford Nature Preserve consists of 970 acres of natural habitat purchased for preservation under the Hillsborough County Environmental Lands Acquisition and Protection Program and the State of Florida's Conservation and Recreational Lands Program.The preserve occupies both sides of the Alafia River and, together with Alderman's Ford County Park, other preserve lands to the east and south, and the Alafia River State Recreation Area, forms part of a permanently protected riverine wildlife corridor of over 10,000 acres.
The hiking trail winds for roughly five miles through some of the most beautiful scenery in … (0 comments)
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brandon fl homes and land for sale: What Goes Into Your Monthly Mortgage Payment - 07/08/08 12:19 PM
Seventh in a Series for First Time Home Buyers
When you're thinking of buying a home, you may wonder what your mortgage payment will look like. When you have a mortgage, you'll have several different portions of your payment each month.
Your mortgage payment consists of principal, interest, taxes and insurance (often abbreviated as "PITI"), and sometimes additional fees, such as homeowners association dues or mortgage insurance.
Principal is the money you borrowed to purchase the home.
Interest is the cost of borrowing money.
Taxes are paid by homeowners to local governments, and are usually a percentage of the assessed property … (0 comments)
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brandon fl homes and land for sale: July 4th Annual Celebration Cruise - 07/05/08 12:34 PM
Each year a group of us friends get together to celebrate the 4th of July on a sail boat. We have done this for many years now and although the trip in many ways is routine, the pleasure and fun is not routine. Every year has different high points.
The pre-cruise plans do vary each year. We have arrived early in the afternoon and enjoyed dinner at one of the many wonderful restaurants in downtown St. Peterburg. One year we stayed overnight at a downtown hotel and spent the week in the city.
We leave from the marina in St. Petersburg … (2 comments)
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brandon fl homes and land for sale: Choosing the Right Neighborhood for Your Brandon, Florida Home - 06/30/08 04:24 PM
Fifth in a Series for First Time Home Buyers
Buying a home is an investment in the neighborhood as well as the house. In fact, the character and amenities of the neighborhood may be as important to the property value as the house itself. No matter what kind of neighborhood you're looking for, it's important to know its history and future when you decide to buy. Here's what to research:
1. Recent sales - Every area is different, even within the same city. Find out if the market is slow and what homes have been selling for in the area you … (0 comments)
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brandon fl homes and land for sale: FREE Tampa Bay Area MLS Property Search Service - 06/30/08 03:54 PM
MLS Property Search Service
We recently received a letter from a client who wanted to express his appreciation for the FREE Tampa Bay Area MLS Property Search Service that offers on our website. The client went on to say that he appreciated the fact that we did not make him jump through hoops in order to have access to this invaluable tool for locating homes and properties in the Tampa Bay Area. In fact you can search all of the property currently listed in the MLS state wide on the Florida's Beautiful Homes website.
Please feel free to check out our website for FREE … (0 comments)
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brandon fl homes and land for sale: The Importance of Pre-Approval ~ Fourth in a Series for First Time Home Buyers - 06/25/08 03:28 PM
The Importance of Pre-approval
Pre-approval can be a very valuable step towards purchasing a home. Many home buyers get pre-qualified for a home loan early on, and then become pre-approved before beginning a serious home search. By completing your mortgage application prior to choosing a home, you can get a pre-approval letter stating how much home you can afford. Try our preferred lender: Click Here
Your pre-approval letter lets you know exactly how much you can spend, and it shows home sellers and real estate agents that you're serious about buying a home. This may give you leverage in the … (0 comments)
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brandon fl homes and land for sale: How Much Home Can You Afford? - 06/25/08 10:22 AM
Third in a Series for First Time Home Buyers
First-time buyers are often unsure about the financial aspects of buying a home, and you may have many questions swirling in your head. How much can I afford? Do I need a large down payment?
Your home price range will be determined by your income, credit history, the cash you have for a down payment and closing costs, and your debt. How much you earn compared to how much you owe will likely determine how much the bank allows you to borrow. For Pre-Qualification Click Here: Rick@RickFrissell.Com
The financial rule of thumb … (4 comments)
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brandon fl homes and land for sale: Brandon, Florida Area History - 06/23/08 12:09 PM
As outlined on Wikipedia, the free internet encyclopedia
Its history began on January 20, 1857, when John Brandon arrived at Fort Brooke (now Tampa) from Mississippi with his wife Martha and six sons. At first he moved his family to what is now the Seffner area. Then in August 1858, John Brandon purchased 40 acres of land in the New Hope area (now Brandon) south of Hopewell Road (now SR 60), between Parsons Avenue and Lithia Road. Nine years later, after his wife died, John left everything he owned to his son James Henry Brandon and moved to Bartow. … (2 comments)
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brandon fl homes and land for sale: Why Buy Instead of Rent? A Series For First Time Home Buyers - 06/23/08 11:32 AM
Why Buy Instead of Rent?
When you're thinking about buying your first home, it's essential for you to be confident in your decision to buy instead of rent. However, you may not know about the many great reasons to buy a home! Here are just a few of them:
Smart Investment- When you invest in a home, it offers the possibility for appreciation in value. The equity becomes yours when you're still paying off your mortgage. You even get to live in it while your investment matures.
Tax Advantages- Since both mortgage interest and property taxes are tax deductible, homeownership can … (0 comments)
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brandon fl homes and land for sale: Let me introduce myself - 06/07/08 12:27 PM
PROFESSIONAL:
I am a real estate agent living and working in the Brandon, FL. area. I entered the real estate industry in 2000 following a layoff from Eastman Kodak. I am very grateful for the 17 years I had with Kodak as I received a fabulous education in the field or marketing.
I have focused on working with buyers since I have an opportunity to double dip with the mortgage. I have found that when I am my clients mortgage broker and real estate agent, I am invited into a closer relationship and they become close friends during the process. This also … (40 comments)
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