My Witty Insight Into NE FL - Archives November, 2007

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Deals to Be Found & Sold! - 11/28/07 03:52 PM

I'm working with a condo buyer, who is very specific as to where he would like to live (good), unsure about how much he REALLY wants to spend (not good), but still motivated.
I previewed two listings today, in the Jacksonville Beach market, and found both of them to be terrific deals! … (0 comments)

Laser Measuring Tools - 11/27/07 09:55 AM

I'm researching laser/electronic measureing tools, and figured I'd ask the experts on A/R.
Who has purchased these, and what brands?What positive/negative feedback do you have about yours?Recommendations as to which one to buy?I"m most concerned about accuracy for room measurements for MLS listing purposes, and being more efficient with measuring rooms.
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Terrific Turkey Day - 11/26/07 12:32 PM

My guy and I visited good friends in Prosper, Texas for the holiday, and the trip was fabulous:
We were upgraded to 1st class both ways (Kevin Spacey sat right behind me on the way back!)We saw the Stars/Ducks game with Mike Modano getting his "official" 15 minutes of fame for being … (2 comments)

Doing The Right Thing - 11/18/07 06:01 PM

I've got a 77 year old listing, which is actually very cute, and in pretty good shape for a house of such an age, close to the beach. Roof, plumbing, A/C, and electrical have all been upgraded over the past 12 years. There, is however, a noticeable sag in the center … (4 comments)

Pictures, Please! - 11/15/07 03:15 PM

I'm working with a first time homebuyer, and we saw two listings the other day, priced at $150K and under. Both had some obvious issues, and I had sold another home in the area in May, so I told we could find her a great house for possibly less money.I run … (2 comments)

I'm Lucky! - 11/14/07 08:45 AM

I realized again today: I'm lucky!
I've started going to Wednesday morning breakfast with a few associates, and the owner of the place called me "Lucky Lady" a few weeks ago for reasons I no longer recall.
As I walked out the door this morning, I realized over the past few months, the … (7 comments)

$42K Condo SOLD in Jacksonville! - 11/12/07 07:57 AM

I was browsing through the Hot Sheet to see what's new/sold/expired in the market - and found a 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom condo conversion in the Grand Reserve, 1078 square feet, that just sold at absolute auction for $42,000. Previously the best price condo I've been involved wiht was $85K, and … (0 comments)

Non-Representation Challenges/Buyer's Side - 11/12/07 06:24 AM

I'm working with a buyer client, who believes now is a great time to buy. He knows which condo communities he's interested in, and which ones he is not.I've been trying since Friday to get in touch with a seller whose listing is in MLS with a flat-rate listing broker. The … (8 comments)

Are You Too Busy? - 11/07/07 08:45 AM

I'm taking a the morning off, inspired by another poster today (thanks for the idea, Lisa Spalding!) and it just occured to me that I can get caught up with "being involved" and "doing things".For example, an informal group meets on Wednesday mornings for breakfast and to chat. Sometimes it's positive, … (3 comments)

A Great Sunday! - 11/05/07 07:21 AM

I had a great Sunday here in NE FL: my guy and I hopped on the Harley, and went to Fernandina Beach for a few hours. We parked by the Palace Saloon, shopped a little bit, and then headed over to The Surf for a late lunch. The Surf is an … (4 comments)

Sea & Sky Spectacular, 11/3-11/4/07 - 11/03/07 10:11 AM

Beautiful Jacksonville Beach will be filled with visitors this weekend due to the Sea & Sky Spectacular. The Blue Angels will perfrom at 3pm Saturday and 2pm Sunday, so traffic to the beach and along 3rd Street will be heaviest just before and after those times.
Have a great weekend!
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Jacksonville Beach Market Data 10/07 - 11/03/07 10:06 AM

Here are the numbers of active property listings, those under contract, and sold properties for Single Family Homes in Jacksonville Beach, FL for the month of October 2007:
Active 331 active listings for Single Family Homes (no condos) Pending 13 pending (there is a contract and inspections/financing have been done)Sold 10 sold (prices ranged … (3 comments)

Short Sales Seminar - 11/01/07 04:53 PM

I attended the Short Sales Seminar today, presented by the Northeast Florida Association of Realtors, presented by Wayne Garab, and I have to say it was amazing!
There were at least 100+ Realtors there to learn how to incorporate short sales into our business, and we received five hours of information, along … (1 comments)

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