brian sharkey: 2386 SW Vale Street, Port Saint Lucie, FL 34983 - 07/22/08 03:40 PM

 
If you looking to sell your property short or might need someone to look at the situation and tell you if you are a candidate for a short sale then call me!
 As an Internet-savvy real estate representative in the neighborhood, I've had the opportunity to help many homebuyers … (1 comments)

brian sharkey: Moves To Tradition Outpace the Area in 2007 - 05/07/08 06:43 AM
 
It's Our Town!  Residents and now employment, last year 614 families moved into the area and hundreds of jobs. 
Resident Realtor Brian Sharkey said "Finally the ideas on paper are now a reality, each morning I run around Tradition and I'm amazed at the progress and I'm proud to represent such a … (0 comments)

brian sharkey: Before you stick that Flyer up! - 04/27/08 07:14 AM
 
There's an easier way to sell your home than sticking Flyers up all over town.
All you need to do is pick up your telephone and give us a call.  We'd be more than happy to give you some tips on the best places to advertise so you don't waste your time … (0 comments)

brian sharkey: NAR considers new short-sale disclosure rules - I need Help from some short sale experts - 04/27/08 03:35 AM
WASHINGTON - April 25, 2008 - When the National Association of Realtors®' Multiple Listing Issues & Policies Committee meets in May, members will discuss a standard definition of "short sale." The discussion stems from disagreements within the industry with regard to when properties can be labeled as short sales, and how … (8 comments)

brian sharkey: It's worth more then the cost to repair... - 03/13/08 06:19 AM

Imagine you are the buyer looking at your home. What do you think needs repair? If there are items that need fixing, buyers may take the repair costs off the price they offer for the home, and they often inflate these costs.
If the lender requires the repairs to be made to the … (9 comments)

brian sharkey: Brian Sharkey asks home buyers... What will move faster? Rates going up or Values going down - 03/09/08 07:00 AM
Rates Up  Vs Values Down
Buyers are getting off the fence, my circle of influence woke up.  Why?  Could it be all the play I've given with the values taking a big hit the last three months.  The thought that rates will be forced up by inflation. 
When I'm asked what I … (1 comments)

brian sharkey: 10520 SW Stephanie Way - Prominade at Tradition - FL - 03/02/08 08:27 AM

Tradition in Port St. Lucie, Florida is a new master-planned, mixed-use community located in the heart of one of America's fastest growing regions - St. Lucie County - along Florida's Treasure Coast.
Located off I-95, Exit 118 - Tradition Parkway/Gatlin Blvd., Tradition is poised to become one of the nation's most successful … (6 comments)

brian sharkey: 11493 SW Kingslake Circle - Town Park at Tradition - 03/02/08 06:25 AM
Attention Bargain Hunters! You will want to see this 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom home built in 2006.
This home has 3,117 square feet of living space, a beautiful kitchen and an amazing lake view for
only $369,000.

Brian Sharkey can be reached at All Florida GMAC Real Estate at 772-335-1995 ext. 192 or via … (1 comments)

brian sharkey: Moving to a new city can be a wonderful adventure - 03/01/08 09:01 PM
Moving to a new city or town can be a wonderful adventure. People who have made many job transfers and moves recommend researching your destination city before the move.
Visit the city on a workday and a weekend so you can see what kind of place it is in which to … (3 comments)

brian sharkey: Tax reform could cost Port Saint Lucie almost $13 million next year. - 03/01/08 12:41 PM
 
Jeremy Ashton from the Port saint Lucie News wrote the "perfect financial storm" talking about next years budget.
Cut Services            or      Raise property taxes
The real estate market could pull back more then 24% of taxable values next year.  Add that to the almost $1billion reduction from amendment one the total is … (1 comments)

brian sharkey: PORTABILITY TAX SAVINGS DEADLINE MONDAY - 02/28/08 06:57 PM
Did you sell your homesteaded property in 2007 and purchase a new one before January 1st?  If so you are eligible for an extra tax break, or are you?
I sold a house and bought a bigger one, however owning the old house for just over two years and having the value … (0 comments)

brian sharkey: Home Buyers staying on sidelines...but should they? - 02/27/08 08:54 AM
Port Saint Lucie News must be owned my negative Ned.  The title of the Treasure Coast Home Sales report this month "Home Buyers staying on side lines", but should they?
January 200 homes sold compared to 252 last January.  The median sale price dropped from $241,000 to $175,300.  Rather then focus on … (7 comments)

brian sharkey: I can represent you and negotiate on your behalf - 02/25/08 08:41 PM
When you find the right home, I can represent you and negotiate on your behalf. My goal is to help you buy the right home for you at a very fair price.
When you make an offer, the seller can:* Accept it* Reject it outright if the offer does not meet the … (2 comments)

brian sharkey: Maximize Emotional Appeal - 02/24/08 06:46 PM
When you are ready to sell, you'll want to maximize the emotional appeal of your home. People who are enchanted with your home upon walking in the door are more likely to buy, and at a fair price.
Here are some tips to enhance the emotional appeal of your home:
* Turn … (6 comments)

brian sharkey: Effective Pricing Leads to Success - 02/24/08 06:33 PM
According to a recent report, about 75% of homebuyers surf the Web to begin their home search. That means home buyers are well aware of what properties are available on the market and the prices they are selling for. Therefore, now more than ever, pricing is the key to selling your … (3 comments)

brian sharkey: Realtor Association of Saint Lucie County is 1198 Members Strong - 02/20/08 08:35 PM
RASL is 1198 Members Strong
Brokers....................228
Realtors®..................854
Primary Affliates........74
Associates................42
Well number 15 in the county last year was OK, this year better change for the better...
Down from 1650 members in 2005 and 2006.  That is quite a drop.  Did we need it?
Brian Sharkey can be reached at 772-579-1981 or Brian@BrianSharkeyRealEstate.com.  You can also visit my website … (0 comments)

brian sharkey: Tradition Florida is the Master of Master Planned Communities - 02/20/08 07:12 PM
Already home to more than 1,700 families, the town of Tradition in western Port St. Lucie has established a reputation as one of the nation's most popular master-planned communities.  In addition to a wide variety of housing styles from eight prominent homebuilders, Tradition offers abundant retail and dining options in the … (0 comments)

brian sharkey: Median Sale Price in Saint Lucie County - 02/19/08 03:37 AM
 
After a great real estate market in 2003, 2004, 2005 in 2006 the market started to correct itself.  Take a look at the adjustment to price over the last year.  WOW- now is the time to buy property.
Brian Sharkey can be reached at All Florida GMAC Real Estate at 772-335-1995 ext. … (3 comments)

brian sharkey: All Florida GMAC Real Estate names Sharkey top producer for 2007 - 02/17/08 07:49 PM

All Florida GMAC Real Estate names Brian Sharkey top producer two years in a row.  Now handling the mitigation work required to successfuly handle a short sale in todays market.  Speak to Sharkey about some of the options you might not know about.
Brian Sharkey can be reached at 772-579-1981 or Brian@BrianSharkeyRealEstate.com.  You … (1 comments)

brian sharkey: The Reason savvy buyers obtain loan approval before shopping for a home... - 02/10/08 02:06 AM
Many buyers call their lender seeking information about financing. In the process, they become pre-qualified. That gives them a good idea of what they can afford, or more accurately, what loan amount they qualify for. You should take it one step further, however, and ask to be pre-approved. When you become … (3 comments)

brian sharkey: Real Tax Cuts for Real People: Vote 'yes" On 1 January 29th - 01/16/08 03:28 PM
Brian Sharkey can be reached at All Florida GMAC Real Estate at 772-335-1995 ext. 192 or via email Brian@BrianSharkeyRealEstate.com   http://www.briansharkeyrealestate.com
Check out this new video, you'll meet the Bonilla family of Hollywood.
They're voting "Yes" on Amendment 1 on January 29th because it will save them more than $1,400 a year in taxes. … (2 comments)

brian sharkey: Distribution Network- Your Listing is Exposed - 01/14/08 09:46 PM
Brian Sharkey can be reached at All Florida GMAC Real Estate at 772-335-1995 ext. 192 or via email Brian@BrianSharkeyRealEstate.com   http://www.briansharkeyrealestate.com
In order to get the most money in the shortest period of time a property needs exposure.
Below is a copy of my distribution network. 
If you advertised all over the country in … (1 comments)

brian sharkey: Report predicts a better year for home sales - 01/14/08 09:27 AM
Brian Sharkey can be reached at All Florida GMAC Real Estate at 772-335-1995 ext. 192 or via email Brian@BrianSharkeyRealEstate.com   http://www.briansharkeyrealestate.com
A study conducted by Hank Fishkind of Fishkind & Associates, an economic research and consulting firm said he expects the month of October will prove to be bottom of the downward cycle in real … (1 comments)

brian sharkey: Research Coast- a ten year project? - 01/12/08 09:42 PM
Brian Sharkey can be reached at All Florida GMAC Real Estate at 772-335-1995 ext. 192 or via email Brian@BrianSharkeyRealEstate.com   http://www.briansharkeyrealestate.com
State Sen. Ken Pruitt says the region is on a fast pace sprint to sign up companies for its biotech hub located in Tradition.  It's going to take about ten years to … (0 comments)

brian sharkey: Biotech will pay for roads, water - 01/12/08 09:01 PM
Brian Sharkey can be reached at All Florida GMAC Real Estate at 772-335-1995 ext. 192 or via email Brian@BrianSharkeyRealEstate.com   http://www.briansharkeyrealestate.com
Core Communities annonced another biotech company Oregon Health & Science University's Vaccine and Gene Therapy Institute will be located at the Florida Center for Innovation at Tradition at the last Economic Development … (2 comments)

brian sharkey: Deanna Favre announced she will be the starting QB for the Packers this coming Sunday - 01/12/08 08:47 PM
 
In a news conference Deanna Favre announced she will be the starting QB for the Packers this coming Sunday.
Turns out she is qualified to as a starting QB because she has been married to Brett the QB for the Green Bay Packers of 16 years.
Her understanding of the game, … (3 comments)

brian sharkey: My New Years Resolution! Take some weight Off!!! - 01/05/08 08:06 PM
Brian Sharkey can be reached at All Florida GMAC Real Estate at 772-335-1995 ext. 192 or via email Brian@BrianSharkeyRealEstate.com   http://www.briansharkeyrealestate.com
My New Year's Resolution is to take some weight off.  I weight 218 lbs and I'm 6'3" no I'm not fat.  I mean mortgage weight.
Your resolution should be the same.  Specially if you have an … (3 comments)

brian sharkey: Brian Sharkey - Short Sale or Forclosure it's a matter of when. - 01/05/08 06:29 PM
Brian Sharkey can be reached at All Florida GMAC Real Estate at 772-335-1995 ext. 192 or via email Brian@BrianSharkeyRealEstate.com   www.BrianSharkeyRealEstate.com
I just got a call from a client (Single agent) of mine asking me to help him find out how much more time he has before he "gets foreclosed on and has … (0 comments)

brian sharkey: The Weather Outside is ..............COLD - 01/03/08 05:48 AM
Brian Sharkey can be reached at All Florida GMAC Real Estate at 772-335-1995 ext. 192 or via email Brian@BrianSharkeyRealEstate.com
It's 6:30am on January 3rd, 2008, the wind is howling and the tree leaves whistling.  It sounds like a nor-easter!  Wait I live in South Florida.  The heat is on in the house … (8 comments)

brian sharkey: Do you Blog for points or for Profit? - 12/22/07 04:14 PM
Do you blog for points or profit?
When I first started I knew what I wanted to get out of AR. LEADS- I was in this strictly for the money. $$$
Organic leads that what I wanted and blogging is the best way to get them so I heard. 
I hired a PR company to assist … (16 comments)

brian sharkey: Seasons At Tradition- Wachovia writes another check this one for $10 million - 12/22/07 03:29 PM
Brian Sharkey can be reached at All Florida GMAC Real Estate at 772-335-1995 ext. 192 or via email Brian@BrianSharkeyRealEstate.com
Levitt and Sons could receive as much as $10 million from Wachovia to continue operating on a limited basis for up to 23 months.  In an article written by Sun-Sentinel writer Paul Owers … (0 comments)

brian sharkey: Hilton coming to Tradition - - 12/22/07 02:53 PM
Port Saint Lucie- Core Communities landed another great deal this week.  Homewood by Hilton will build a 111- suites in the Florida Center for Innovation at Tradition.  In addition two restaurants will be adjacent to the site.  In total the research park is 120- acre located south of Tradition blvd and … (0 comments)

brian sharkey: More Developments In Tradition - 12/22/07 02:36 PM
  Brian Sharkey can be reached at All Florida GMAC Real Estate at 772-335-1995 ext. 192 or via email Brian@BrianSharkeyRealEstate.com PORT ST. LUCIE - Port St. Lucie City Council members are being told by the Economic Development Council to set aside time Jan. 8 for an announcement.  The Economic Development Council of … (1 comments)

brian sharkey: 11493 SW Kingslake Circle - Port Saint Lucie, FL 34987 - 12/22/07 01:27 PM
Brian Sharkey can be reached at All Florida GMAC Real Estate at 772-335-1995 ext. 192 or via email Brian@BrianSharkeyRealEstate.com
Since 1955, Minto has stood for the utmost in quality, integrity, value and customer satisfaction. The company's legendary construction standards and superior craftsmanship, combined with innovative designs, outstanding community planning and fabulous recreation, … (3 comments)

brian sharkey: Mortgage Debt Forgiveness - You Don't Have To Pay - Short Sales Become More Appealing - 12/22/07 12:30 PM
Brian Sharkey can be reached at All Florida GMAC Real Estate at 772-335-1995 ext. 192 or via email Brian@BrianSharkeyRealEstate.com
Americans who lose their home to foreclosure or bankruptcy no longer have to pay income taxes on any debt forgiven by the bank. A bill signed by President Bush on 12/20/2007 voids the … (0 comments)

brian sharkey: Brian Sharkey Thanks You for Giving Me the Opportunities to Serve You - 12/21/07 01:11 PM
Dear Clients, Friends, Family,
I want to thank all my clients, family and friends for all the support and referrals which made 2007 a good year. 
Considering the market conditions have been as such, you have called on me to provide you with insight into the local real estate market.  In turn, my … (1 comments)

brian sharkey: Only $5,000 over priced - What would you do? - 12/21/07 08:59 AM
 
  Here is a common situation for agents rather then rewrite I've copyed the emails below, the names and numbers have been changed to hide the identity of the sellers.
I pose this question:  WHAT would you do, or what do you do in this situation?
Dear Frank and Mary,
You are not a … (5 comments)

brian sharkey: Proposed Homestead Portability in Florida - 12/20/07 10:25 PM
Brian Sharkey can be reached at All Florida Realty Services Inc. at 772-335-1995 ext. 192 or via email Brian@BrianSharkeyRealEstate.com
Portability will allow Florida homestead owners to transfer all or some of their accumulated SAVE OR HOME (SOH) benefit to a new Florida home within two years.
The accumulated SOH benefit is difference between … (0 comments)

brian sharkey: 474 SW Sundance Terrace, Port Saint Lucie, Florida - 12/11/07 10:07 AM
Brian Sharkey can be reached at All Florida Realty Services Inc. at 772-335-1995 ext. 192 or via email Brian@BrianSharkeyRealEstate.com
MLS ID:
R2839071
Description:
3 bedroom 2 bathroom 2 car garage located in Sawgrass Lakes gated community with Lake view Low fees great location open
floor plan a must see!
Features:
Include Lake view, gated community, clubhouse, pool and … (1 comments)

brian sharkey: 1057 SW Fenway Road, Port Saint Lucie Florida, Brian Sharkey - 12/11/07 09:35 AM
Brian Sharkey can be reached at All Florida Realty Services Inc. at 772-335-1995 ext. 192 or via email Brian@BrianSharkeyRealEstate.com
MLS ID:
R2834609
Description:
Well Kept Screened Pool Home 3/2/2 Private back yard is fenced- kitchen window opens to pool and lanai- Great for
entertaining- Features included osmosis water filter system- well water for lawn- remote … (0 comments)

brian sharkey: 10918 SW Meeting Street, Port Saint Lucie, Florida - 12/11/07 07:18 AM
Brian Sharkey can be reached at All Florida Realty Services Inc. at 772-335-1995 ext. 192 or via email Brian@BrianSharkeyRealEstate.com Price: $179,000 Status: For Sale
MLS ID: R2849288
Description:
This 2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Condo. 1,386 total square feet  is located in the Heart of Tradition.
Additional Info:
For more information, please call 1-800-815-4194 Ext 143.
Directions: 10918 … (0 comments)

brian sharkey: 10882 SW Elsinore Drive, Port Saint Lucie FL - 12/11/07 06:47 AM
Brian Sharkey can be reached at All Florida Realty Services Inc. at 772-335-1995 ext. 192 or via email Brian@BrianSharkeyRealEstate.com
 
  … (1 comments)

brian sharkey: FSBO- For Sale By Owner - 12/09/07 07:49 PM

Brian Sharkey can be reached at All Florida Realty Services Inc. at 772-335-1995 ext. 192 or via email Brian@BrianSharkeyRealEstate.com
Before you stick that Flyer up!
There's an easier way to sell your home than sticking Flyers up all over town.
All you need to do is pick up your telephone and give us a … (6 comments)

brian sharkey: 5 Factors That Cause A Property Not To Sell - 12/08/07 07:31 AM
 5 Factors That Cause A Property Not To Sell
Brian Sharkey can be reached at All Florida Realty Services Inc. at 772-335-1995 ext. 192 or via email Brian@BrianSharkeyRealEstate.com
In Saint Lucie County the condition of the market is such that 80% of the houses listing on the market will not sell the … (2 comments)

brian sharkey: Town Of Tradition- My Kind of Town - 12/07/07 07:45 AM
Brian Sharkey can be reached at All Florida Realty Services Inc. at 772-335-1995 ext. 192 or via email Brian@BrianSharkeyRealEstate.com
Know as "Mr. Tradition", Sharkey's been in the business three years now and ranked 11th in Saint Lucie County.  Know The Market.
Just off exit 118 on I-95, Tradition is poised to become one … (0 comments)

brian sharkey: Tradition Holiday Lights 2007 Schedule - Call Mr. Tradtion - 12/06/07 01:05 AM
Brian Sharkey can be reached at All Florida Realty Services Inc. at 772-335-1995 ext. 192 or via email Brian@BrianSharkeyRealEstate.com
Tradition Holiday Lights 2007 Schedule - Call Mr. Tradtion 772-579-1981 Tradition Holiday Lights 2007 Schedule - Call Mr. TradtionBrian Sharkey can be reached at All Florida Realty Services Inc. at 772-335-1995 ext. 192 or … (0 comments)

brian sharkey: The Foreclosure Process - When to Call Sharkey “The Mitigation Man” - 12/02/07 02:11 AM
Brian Sharkey can be reached at All Florida Realty Services Inc. at 772-335-1995 ext. 192 or via email Brian@BrianSharkeyRealEstate.com
                                                     
The Foreclosure Process - When to Call Sharkey "The Mitigation Man"
When a homeowner falls behind on his or her mortgage payments, lenders generally follow the same process, which is made up of … (3 comments)

brian sharkey: 826 NW Rutherford Ct. For Sale in Port Saint Lucie, FL - 12/01/07 08:14 PM
Brian Sharkey can be reached at All Florida Realty Services Inc. at 772-335-1995 ext. 192 or via email Brian@BrianSharkeyRealEstate.com
Price: $215,000 Status: For Sale
MLS ID:
R2833476
Description:
BREATHTAKING LAKEFRONT VIEW! THIS 3/2/2 IMPERIAL MODEL SITS AT THE BEGINNING OF THE CUL-DE-SAC - GREAT
LOCATION! PLANT SHELVES & RAISED WHITE PANEL BI-FOLD CLOSET DOORS. GUEST BATH HAS … (0 comments)

brian sharkey: 6030 TRAVELERS WAY For Sale in Fort Pierce, FL - 12/01/07 08:07 PM
Brian Sharkey can be reached at All Florida Realty Services Inc. at 772-335-1995 ext. 192 or via email Brian@BrianSharkeyRealEstate.com
Price: $145,000 Status: For Sale
MLS ID:
R2824456
Description:
WELCOME HOME TO THIS 55+ COMMUNITY. PALM GROVE A GREAT LOCATION JUST EAST OF US1. THIS 2 BEDROOM 2
BATHROOM HOME HAS OVER 1600 SQ.FT. UNDER AIR. PRESERVE VIEW
Features:
55+ … (0 comments)

brian sharkey: 2531 SW Monterrey Lane For Sale in Port Saint Lucie, FL - 12/01/07 07:48 PM
Brian Sharkey can be reached at All Florida Realty Services Inc. at 772-335-1995 ext. 192 or via email Brian@BrianSharkeyRealEstate.com
Price: $270,000 Status: For Sale
MLS ID:
R2869222
Description:
This home is an artfully elegant 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 3 car garage, pool home. Gorgeous kitchen with stunning upgrades.
This home is ideal for entertaining.
Directions: 2531 SW Monterrey … (1 comments)

brian sharkey: 775 SW Alton Circle - 12/01/07 07:35 PM
Brian Sharkey can be reached at All Florida Realty Services Inc. at 772-335-1995 ext. 192 or via email Brian@BrianSharkeyRealEstate.com Price: $305,000 Status: For Sale
MLS ID:
R2863885
Description:
Check out this floor plan! Beautifully spacious two-story home offers cozy loft area upstairs and plenty of family entertaining
space downstairs.
Additional Info:
For more information, please call 1-800-815-4194 Extension … (3 comments)

brian sharkey: 3174 SW MARTIN ST. For Sale in Port Saint Lucie, FL - 12/01/07 07:24 PM
Brian Sharkey can be reached at All Florida Realty Services Inc. at 772-335-1995 ext. 192 or via email Brian@BrianSharkeyRealEstate.com
Price: $159,000 Status: For Sale
MLS ID:
R2813819
Description:
SHORT SALE- Preforclosure Bank is taking offers this 3 bedroom two bathroom pool home needs some work like carpet and paint.  Make offer before it's to late.
Features:
3 Bedrooms
Pool … (0 comments)

brian sharkey: How to Obtain Top Dollar for Your Home In The Shortest Period of Time - 11/29/07 04:02 PM
Dear Homeowner,
If you are considering selling your home in the near future, you are probably asking yourself questions like these:
Should I replace the tile counters in the bathroom with granite?Does the wallpaper make the house look dated?Is the cost of installing new kitchen cabinets worth the expense?Do I need to put … (1 comments)

brian sharkey: Selling On Your Own- Six Factors Necessary To Get Your Property Sold - 11/25/07 09:42 AM
 
Brian Sharkey can be reached at All Florida Realty Services Inc. at 772-335-1995 ext. 192 or via email Brian@BrianSharkeyRealEstate.com
www.SOSFSBO.com coming soon...
They (Realtors) are not call professionals for nothing.  The advantage a professional brings to the transaction should far out weight the cost of hiring them, other wise don't.  A professinal has mastered … (5 comments)

brian sharkey: 10889 SW Dardanelle Drive, Port Saint Lucie, Florida - 11/24/07 10:40 PM
Brian Sharkey can be reached at All Florida Realty Services Inc. at 772-335-1995 ext. 192 or via email Brian@BrianSharkeyRealEstate.com
Description: Like New! 2/2/2 offers spectacular waterviews onto a lake. You`ll be able to sit out on the screened patio in the morning and enjoy watching the spectaular sunrises. Home is located on … (0 comments)

brian sharkey: 201 SW Todd Avenue - 11/24/07 10:31 PM
Brian Sharkey can be reached at All Florida Realty Services Inc. at 772-335-1995 ext. 192 or via email Brian@BrianSharkeyRealEstate.com
Price: $149,000 Status: For Sale
MLS ID:  R2760300
Description:
First time homebuyers take a look! 3 bedrooms, 3 baths fenced in backyard, new roof & siding in Nov. 04. Tile floors in July 05, new water … (0 comments)

brian sharkey: 6555 Chugwater, Port Saint Lucie, FL - 11/24/07 10:19 PM

This 4 BEDROOM 2 BATHROOM 2 CAR GARAGE SCREENED POOL & PATIO HOME WITH FIREPLACE INCLUDES HURRICANE SHUTTERS AND MUCH MORE, WATER ASSESSMENT IS PAID.   Price reduced below market values, owner said "make an offer".  Just go EAST ON ST JAMES, LEFT ON MANVILLE DRIVE, LEFT ON CHUGWATER and your home.  Call … (0 comments)

brian sharkey: Know The Market - Saint Lucie County - 11/24/07 12:34 PM
Know The Market - Saint Lucie County
Brian Sharkey can be reached at All Florida Realty Services Inc. at 772-335-1995 ext. 192 or via email Brian@BrianSharkeyRealEstate.com
For the many potential buyers look around Saint Lucie County this weekend, here are some links about the area that will be useful in answering some questions. 
In … (0 comments)

brian sharkey: Short Sales - The Banks need to get with the times - 11/23/07 04:20 PM
Short Sales
I was just reading another Rainer blog and thought of how antiquated some banks are in the loss mitigation departments.  Get this you have to fax (fax- is the machine that can't make copies and has a phone line attached to it) the short sale packet and wait two weeks … (4 comments)

brian sharkey: Chief investment strategist said "you will be a big winner" - 11/23/07 01:10 PM
I had the pleasure of sitting down with Jim Swanson- MFS Investment Management, Chief Investment Strategist to talk about the real estate market and what I should expect over the next year.  (CNBC- search Jim Swanson) 
We talked about the real estate market, mortagages and what it's like for me on the front-lines … (2 comments)

brian sharkey: Home Inventory Made Easy - 11/22/07 11:09 AM
Yesterday I visited a neighbors house- He had many very nice things from Europe- he made a comment that the stuff might be worth more then the house- he might be right - but he didn't know.
Any number of things could cause a disaster for your valuables.  Money many times can't replace … (0 comments)

brian sharkey: Home Prices and Sales Down for Quarter Making the Buy Signal Stronger - 11/22/07 10:02 AM
Home Prices and Sales Down for Quarter Making the Buy Signal Stronger
Brian Sharkey is a Realtor you can reach him at All Florida Realty 772-335-1995 x 192 or email brian@briansharkeyrealestate.com
  Here is the news sales are down 29% since this time last year.  A smaller pie for Realtors, red flag for … (1 comments)

brian sharkey: Saint Lucie County Real Estate Report Year To Date 2007 - Oct - 11/21/07 04:52 PM
Saint Lucie County Real Estate Report 2007 Year To Date - OctIt's important to know the market and what factors and/or changes in the market and how they will effect the value/cost to make a move.  Before you interpret the numbers I suggest speaking to a Realtor in the local area.  Written by Brian … (0 comments)

brian sharkey: Days On Market - 11/21/07 08:11 AM
Days On Market
St. Lucie County Area has experienced a large increase in the time it takes to sell a house.  In the peak of the market houses sold in about very quickly.  Now indicated in green days on market have toped out at 178 days.  I think this number is inaccurate.  … (0 comments)

brian sharkey: Exceptional Service I call it a Check List - 11/18/07 07:01 PM
Exceptional Service
I'm learning that exceptional service doesn't have to come with lots of heavy baggage
rather a check list.  My partner has taken on the task of organizing my systems and service into check lists. 
She just started working with me a few months ago and I'm already starting to see the effects.  … (6 comments)

brian sharkey: Chasing The Declining Market - 11/18/07 12:35 PM
Chasing The Declining Market-
More then two price reductions is Chasing in my mind.  I recently received an offer on one of my listings, so I opened the file and pulled out the history log from MLS and realized we did 9 nine yes nine, price reductions.
About six months ago our … (5 comments)

brian sharkey: Property Views down but the Taste of Turkey turns on buyers! - 11/18/07 09:57 AM
I started looking the number of viewings my listed properties received for the week, and I noticed that the views drop was quite large. 
This can't be, I just started working on Active Rain, I must have more exposure not less, I've added more information to my listings, I hired a … (4 comments)

brian sharkey: St. Lucie jobless number soars- unemployment down since Septmeber - 11/17/07 07:42 PM
Let me rewrite the headline in todays Port Saint Lucie News paper "St. Lucie jobless number soars"
"County's unemployment rate is the second worst in the state because of construction jobs continue slump with 21,000 lost across state." the subheading
 Are you following me so far: here is the first line in the … (3 comments)

brian sharkey: Commercial Real Estate In Saint Lucie County Vacancy Rate - 11/17/07 02:18 PM
Talking with another agent at All Florida Realty yesterday, the topic of vacancy rate for commercial property came up.  He showed me a report for the area suggesting the vacancy rate was 34%.  Could this be I asked- well it is.
 Back in 2005 NAR expected that vacancy rates would decline.  At … (1 comments)

brian sharkey: Give me a Coffee Break... - 11/17/07 01:57 PM

The media is at it again bashing Real Estate as if this is the only thing bringing down the economy.  I think the press is.  Starbuck reported a reduction in traffic and the news attached it to the houseing market slump.  What about the fact that gas prices are climbing and … (4 comments)

brian sharkey: St. Lucie County Property Stats YTD From 2004 - 11/17/07 12:27 PM
Here are the stats is raw form once I'm able to figure out a good format for them I'll be posting a monthly report with graphs.  I'd be happy to take some suggestions.  You can always count on Numbers.  Yes the market is down, but unlike other areas we still have … (2 comments)

brian sharkey: Think you need a short sale... - 11/15/07 10:49 PM
Do you think you need a short sale?
If you purchase your house within the last two years chances are you might need to sell short.  Not all short sales need bank approval many times if its just a few thousand dollars the seller may just pay the difference but if they … (2 comments)

brian sharkey: Do you use a Market Leader Account? - 11/15/07 09:13 PM
A call to all market leader account holders in the south Florida area.
If you have had your account for more then two years, I'd like to meet you.
Contact me I need your help.  I'm trying to solve some issues with Market Leader that could help all of us.
Thanks in advance for your … (0 comments)

brian sharkey: Internet-savvy real estate agent - 11/15/07 03:36 PM
As an Internet-savvy real estate representative in the neighborhood, I've had the opportunity to help many homebuyers find their ideal homes and many sellers obtain top dollar for their homes. Learn how the MLS along with the internet sells houses. Learn how easy it is to shop for a home using … (0 comments)

 
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