clearwater beach real estate: Clearwater Beach Condos for Sale - Did you Know Very Few Can be Rented out Weekly? - 07/03/08 02:27 PM
Clearwater Beach Condos - Understanding Rental Minimums and Bed Tax
Clearwater Beach Florida - Buyers often want to purchase Clearwater Beach Real Estate especially after a great vacation stay. One of the first questions Clearwater condo buyers have is: "What are my options to rent out my Clearwater Beach Condo when I'm not using it?"
What many people don't realize is the City of Clearwater's code's default is a minimum of 30 day rentals which means if no other rules apply Clearwater Beach Condos or other property must be rented for at least 30 days or longer.
Now while 30 days is the default for minimum rental each condominium associations set their own rules … (9 comments)
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clearwater beach real estate: Florida Real Estate Flipper Gets Caught with His Pants Down - 01/02/08 08:33 PM
Who's to Blame When the House Flip FlopsClearwater Florida - As we look at all the foreclosures that exist today, especially locally here in Florida, many are the result of unsuccessful home investors and would be flipper's whose business plan flopped - it's easy to see how many got caught with their pants down!
So when I read Matt Heaton's article today, Should Realtors be blamed for the sub-prime crisis? (A rebuttal) it got me thinking about a situation that happened to us in late 2006 - I'd like to share it with you and have you give me your opinion..Would you have done the same thing - or not? Give … (48 comments)
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clearwater beach real estate: Sand Key FLorida Real Estate and Weather Sure Winners While Capitol One Bowl Game Up for Grabs - 12/30/07 09:26 PM
Sand Key Florida Real Estate - Today at the beach I was thinking of my good friend Missy Caulk, a top REALTOR in Ann Arbor who is a die-hard University of Michigan Wolverine fan.
Being a University of Florida Gator myself we're anxious to see who ends up with College Football bragging rights for the next year as our teams are playing in this year's Capitol One Bowl Game in Orlando Florida.
Recently Jack was researching various weather reports and was checking winter weather around the country and it got me to thinking if it was a competition based on our winter weather then we'd be the odds on favorite … (3 comments)
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clearwater beach real estate: Pinellas County Luxury Condos - Real Estate Market Year in Review - 12/29/07 10:14 PM
Pinellas County Florida - As 2007 comes to an end, many Pinellas County sellers are happy to see it go and many are wondering what 2008 has in store for our housing market. While we don't have a crystal ball we did think it would be helpful to take a look back over the last 2 years to see where Pinellas County luxury real estate been and where we are now.
Real Estate 2007 Year in Review - Pinellas County Luxury Condos
We all have heard that it's a buyer's market in the Tampa Bay area however let's review the facts and temper some of … (8 comments)
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clearwater beach real estate: Clearwater Beach Florida says Let's Kick off the Outback Bowl Beach Fun - 12/29/07 09:52 PM
Clearwater Beach Hosts College Beach Day Party
Clearwater Beach Florida - It's hard to believe New Years is just days away. This is the time of year when we have lots of college football fans hit Clearwater Beach to kickoff the party leading to the big Outback Bowl on New Years Day held in the Raymond James Stadium.
As a Florida Gator I thought this picture was the perfect welcome for our Outback Bowl guests from the University of Tennessee and the University of Wisconsin. This time of year Clearwater Beach is hopping with college football fans psyched to enjoy our beautiful beaches and a great … (3 comments)
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clearwater beach real estate: Clearwater Florida | Free Women Boating Class Offered Monthly on Tampa Bay - 11/12/07 01:57 PM
Clearwater Florida Boating - Ladies Only!
Clearwater Florida - Hey ever dreamed of boating in Tampa Bay? You may have noticed that Clearwater Florida in November is glorious boating weather.
Have you ever wanted to learn more about boating in and around Clearwater Florida?
Now you're in luck, the 2nd Wednesday of each month MarineMax of Clearwater Florida offers a FREE class on boating for women called Women on the Water.
If you live in Pinellas County or even Tampa - this is conveniently located off US 19, south of US 60 and the Clearwater Mall and North or Ulmerton Road from the Howard Franklin Bridge. The address for MarineMax is 18025 … (5 comments)
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clearwater beach real estate: Largo FLorida Celebrates Green Halloween in Spooktacular Way in Largo Park - 10/30/07 11:45 PM
The City of Largo Florida hosts the Largo Spooktacular each year in Largo Central Park.
This event is well attended by families from Clearwater, Seminole, Largo and all over Pinellas County – they estimate over 30,000 people stroll through Largo park in the 5 hours the event takes place.
So with 30,000 people - that = lots of trash. The City Largo promoted a Green Halloween with lots of opprtunities to recycle as seen below.
In honor of Halloween, I thought I would share some of the photos and fun we had this past Saturday.
Wishing you Happy Halloween from Largo, Florida
My … (7 comments)
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clearwater beach real estate: Clearwater Beach Fl Real Estate | Vacation Home Owners and Investors See Property Tax Relief with Proposal - 10/30/07 02:12 AM
Property Tax Changes Help Clearwater Beach Condo Investors and Vacation Home Owners
Clearwater Beach Florida may see needed relief.
Tallahassee finally made some progress today on the on-going debate about Florida's Property taxes that could actually help our Clearwater beach real estate market, or Clearwater businesses and those Clearwater families who have outgrown their home or need to down-size.
While many Clearwater Beach home owners will debate it's too little and others will say it's just the first step - at least here in Clearwater Beach, Sand Key and Island Estates many of the vacation condo owners are going to see additional property tax relief - and it couldn't come at … (14 comments)
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clearwater beach real estate: Where have I been? on Clearwater Beach's Sandbars To Sunsets - Come Join me! - 10/24/07 12:58 PM
Clearwater Beach Real Estate
To all my AR friends, I know you've seen less of me lately - Have you wondered where I've been? No, I haven't quit blogging or forgotten about you! We were inspired by so many successful bloggers here and thanks to all who helped and mentored me along the way.
So here's the full scoop, we have all seen the power of Active Rain and blogging and so I began a new outside blog with the Real Estate Tomato a little over a month ago and like a debutante in spring you gave me the motivation to go build my own and now it's done (ok … (34 comments)
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clearwater beach real estate: Clearwater Carpet Cleaning Expert goes Eco-friendly for Health First, Results and 100% Satisfaction - 10/22/07 07:27 PM
Clearwater Florida Home Owners – Are you killing your kids and pets Cleaning?As we approach the holidays and families prepare for guest and companies I became aware of some surprising information.
You need to reserve your spot to have your carpets cleaned NOW or you may not get the one and You need to understand your eco-friendly carpet cleaning options and why your care!Did you know when you clean your carpets you may slowing be poisoning your kids and pets? While your floors may now look great – at what price? With young kids playing on the floor and pets often laying on the floor they run … (20 comments)
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clearwater beach real estate: Clearwater Florida Home Mold Expert Shares Video Tip on Getting Rid of Mold in Your Home - 10/16/07 12:16 AM
Clearwater FL Real Estate Ask the Expert Series
Most of us would love to submit and have questions asked by a local real estate expert, mortgage expert, home insurance expert, carpet cleaning expert, mold remediation expert and more. The great thing about a Clearwater Community blog like ours is that we can help you get your questions answered and put you in touch with some of the most reputable, honest people serving Pinellas County.
Today I was speaking with Matt Jerabek, Owner of Mr. Dry Out and is our Clearwater Florida Mold Remediation Expert. He is the leading Water Extraction and Structural Dryout for homes and condos in Pinellas County ~ Pasco … (66 comments)
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clearwater beach real estate: Clearwater Florida Real Estate for Sale | Hot Luxury Condo for your Cold Winter at under $150,000 - 10/08/07 02:03 PM
Spend Winter Living in Clearwater FloridaIt's that time of year - the leaves are beginning to change colors up north and the first hints of the impending winter chills remind people living in places like Canada, New York, New Jersey, Indiana, Ohio, Michigan, Pennsylvania and more that having a warm relaxing vacation home in Clearwater Florida is a great idea.
Clearwater Florida Condo Affordability FactorI had a call this week asking if now was a good time to buy a Clearwater Florida condo - my belief is "yes". We have seen prices their lowest in almost 2 years and now we are seeing properties in … (19 comments)
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clearwater beach real estate: Clearwater Florida Real Estate | Have you had a Good Paddling Today? - 10/01/07 07:45 AM
Fun Things to do on Water in Tampa Bay's Bluest Backyards
I was driving the other day from Pinellas County, heading over the Gandy Bridge and Tampa Bay to South Tampa when I was reminded of one of my favorite past times - paddling.
No I'm not talking about "paddling" as in spanking, though I must say I received a few of those in my youth. Paddling is what locals call "kayaking" around here in the Clearwater Florida area. Pinellas County is actually surrounded on three sides by water (the Gulf of Mexico and Tampa Bay) which is why we are blessed with so many blue backyards and so kayaking is one of the popular ways of sightseeing or even … (27 comments)
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clearwater beach real estate: Clearwater Real Estate | Florida Roof Prices Explode at Midnight - Hold on to your Trusses - 09/30/07 09:50 AM
Clearwater, FL Homes Find New Roof Codes Break the Bank
Beware....Monday October 1,2007 - Clearwater Florida homeowners will see roof prices for their homes sky rocket. Anyone putting a new roof on a Clearwater home or condo (association) may have to break open your piggy bank to pay for your new roof since new Florida House Bill 7057 goes into effect tomorrow.
The bill had great intentions and was designed to make Clearwater Florida homes safer and more secure in hurricanes. The end result is that all homes getting new roofs after October 1st.now need added materials, reinforcement and labor which will add anywhere from 15% to 50% to the cost of a new roof for … (24 comments)
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clearwater beach real estate: Hot of the Press: Florida's Realtor Magazine Features 3 Active Rain Members - 09/25/07 10:06 PM
Like most Florida Realtors, today I got my October issue of the Florida Realtor, the Business Magazine of Florida Real Estate and began to check it out. (The online version isn't up yet)
When I saw the front cover a featured article, Green REALTORS caught my eye so I anxiously flipped to page 26 and imagine my pleasure to see two of my friends, Stephanie Edwards-Musa and Sharon Simms, sharing their thoughts on being a Realtor knowledgeable on the whole Eco Friendly, Green trend.
Stephanie even had her Active Rain blog listed - Now in case you don't know, Stephanie is not from Florida, she's from the Houston Area … (50 comments)
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clearwater beach real estate: Boaters at Sandpearl Residences Cheering - New Clearwater Beach Boat Docks Are Coming - 09/15/07 07:50 PM
Clearwater Beach Florida ~ Boat Docks compliments of Sandpearl and JMC CorporationSandpearl Residences will be home to more than luxury condos now - Calling all boaters - the vote is in and docking in Clearwater Beach just got easier.
In my previous article, Sandpearl Condos & Luxury Resort Boat Docks Questioned by Home owners in Clearwater Beach FL, I discussed that not all Clearwater and Clearwater Beach Residents agreed with the new proposed Clearwater Beach Boat Docks on Mandalay Ave.
The issue caused a heated discussion at the last City of Clearwater Commision meeting however, the Sandpearl Residence and the Sandpearl Resort won out!
The good news is that instead of the original … (20 comments)
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clearwater beach real estate: Sandpearl Condos & Resort Boat Docks cause Waves in Clearwater Beach FL - 09/06/07 03:55 PM
Clearwater Beach Florida ~ Private Boat Docks for BoatersSandpearl Condos and Resort received what some home owners are calling a sweet incentive to gets some boat docks built on city owned land in the inlet just east of the Sandpearl Condos.
Developer Mike Cheezem plans to build boat docks on city-owned submerged land in the inlet shown in this picture which is near the Clearwater Beach Recreation Center.
This would be for boaters buying condominiums at the Sandpearl Residences. The deal would allow the Sandpearl Resort to get 33 boat docks while they would build 21 more for Public use. (the numbers may be reduced to 27 and 15 respectively)
Some local residents … (21 comments)
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clearwater beach real estate: My SUCCESS Alphabet only has 4 Letters now! - 09/05/07 09:51 PM
Clearwater Beach Real Estate- Leading with Style
Okay of course the alphabet has more than 4 letters but when it comes to relating well to others there are 4 letters -D,I,S and C that can mean the difference between success and failure.
I attended a Leadership retreat recently and we had a national trainer, Judy Siracusa of Clearwater Florida do leadership training based on the DISC behavioral model. The purpose was to allow us to:
understand ourselves and to understand others to be more effective in communicating and working with others.Are you wondering what is DISC - formally it's a "research-based personality behavioral assessment" that divides personality and behavior styles into 4 quadrants - … (94 comments)
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clearwater beach real estate: Clearwater Beach Walk Update - Aqualea Luxury Condominium Hotel and Residences moving Forward - 09/01/07 09:15 PM
Clearwater Beach Real Estate - Beach Walk UpdateThe 268-Unit Aqualea Resort Condominium Hotel and Residences got it's financing this week and now it's official the project is moving forward.
The rendering on the left is what's coming by the end of 2009.
The photo on the right is how it looks today - just south of Pier 60.
As you can see Aqualea is in the very beginning stages of it's construction phase. The look of Clearwater Beach is changing dramatically with the on-going development of Beach walk and all the new luxury condos being built.
Aqualea is located on South Gulfview Blvd on Clearwater Beach … (30 comments)
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clearwater beach real estate: Clearwater Beach Florida 33767 | Not All is Jolley for our Beach Trolley - 08/26/07 04:41 PM
Sand Key - Clearwater Beach - Island Estates - 33767 UpdateOne of Clearwater Beaches moving landmarks is the Jolley Trolley's - these open aired Trolleys are a Fun and Economical way to get around on Clearwater Beach, Sand Key and Island Estates. This is a great service for Clearwater beach condo and home owners from Sand Key to Island Estates as well as the local tourists.
The Jolley Trolley had 2 routes covering Clearwater Beach, Sand Key, Island Estates and Downtown Clearwater. Recent budget cuts by the City of Clearwater in mid-July have forced this non-profit organization to cut their services down to 2 trolley's and only one route. Currently there was only limited use of … (51 comments)
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