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florida: Nocatee, Ponte Vedra, Florida Farmer's Market - 02/26/12 08:06 AM
Nocatee is fabulous master planned community about 8 miles west of the Atlantic Ocean. The community is planned around conservation, with plenty of green space and parks for residents to enjoy.
A monthly farmer's market also boasts more than just a typical Farmer's Market: last weekend, several animal rescue groups brought their dogs and cats available for adoption.
A unique approach, and since the Farmer's Market is dog friendly anyway, a fabulous place to help find forever homes for adoptable critters.
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florida: NEFAR January Real Estate Sales Announced, Jacksonville, FL - 02/24/12 04:39 AM
Positive trends continue: closed and pending sales increase, share of lender-mediated sales decrease, supply very close to balanced. JACKSONVILLE, Fla. - The Northeast Florida Association of Realtors (NEFAR) announces real estate market statistics for January 2012. Statistics encompass both single-family residential and condo sales. Historically a slow month for real estate activity, January's pending sales nonetheless jumped nearly 23 percent year over year (from 1,250 in 2011 to 1,534 in 2012). Closed sales were on a different track, coming in at 977 as opposed to last January's 1,042. Traditional and lender-mediated sales were a nearly even mix, with 489 traditional … (3 comments)
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florida: DBC - Day 12: Obedience - 12/14/11 03:49 PM
I represent buyers and sellers as a Single Agent in the great state of Florida, which includes the following duties to my clients:
Full Disclosure Confidentiality Dealing honestly & fairly Presenting all offers & counteroffers in a timely fashion Accounting for all funds Loyalty Skill, care & diligence in the transaction Disclosing all known facts that materially affect the value of residential value and may not be readily observable. Obedience The standard in our state is Transaction Brokerage, and the differences between Single Agency and Transaction Brokerage are bolded above.
I wrote and presented an offer on a short sale for … (2 comments)
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florida: John Tucillo, Florida Realtors Chief Economist at NEFAR Luncheon, 9/23/11 - 09/24/11 07:25 AM
I was fortunate today to hear John Tucillo, Chief Economist for Florida Realtors, speak at our luncheon today.
It's amazing how much the news sources can skew data and statistics.
For example, Mr. Tucillo shared the following little nuggets with the audience:
August 2010 - August 2011: home sales (units) increased 10% statewide in Florida, and 13% in Northeast Florida January 2011 - August 2011: home sales (units) increased 33% statewide in Florida and 53% in Northeast Florida The real focus should be on the increasing units sold, because that is a better indicator, more reliable indicator of market stability than … (6 comments)
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florida: Dogtoberfest, Jacksonville, FL - 09/09/11 08:28 AM
This isone of our fabulous annual fundraisers! Dogtoberfest raises funds for First Coast No More Homeless Pets, which helps do exactly what it says: it helps pet owners with reduced fee vaccinations, low cost or free spaying/neutering, and helps trap feral cat colonies, spay, and return them to their areas.
Saturday, October 8, at Metropolitan Park the event runs from 10a-3pm and includes:
Fundraising trick or treat walk Costume contest Carnival Midway Silent auction JSO's canine unit Jumpin Jax Fly Ball Show Doga class The trick or treat walk is $25 per person and those participating can raise funds as an … (1 comments)
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florida: Neptune Beach, FL June 2011 Single Family Home Sales - 07/07/11 10:53 AM
Here are the 2011 stats and 2010 for comparison -
2011
7 Homes Sold (May=9) Lowest price: $160,000 (May=$130,000) Highest price: $1,500,000 (May=$637,500) Shortest Days on Market: 13 (May=9) Longest Days on Market: 531 (May=224)
2010
10 homes sold (May=7) Lowest price: $100,000 (May=$150,000 ) Highest price: $480,000 (May=$298,900) Shortest Days on Market: 1 (May=3) Longest Days on Market: 243 (May=166) This is very consistent with the Jacksonville Beach home sales post I just wrote: there are so many great things about this post! Lowest sold home price is up year over year, and month over month, an … (3 comments)
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florida: Homestead Exemption Application Now Online For Duval, FL - 06/20/11 05:01 PM
Homestead Exemption Application Now Online For Duval Count
The Duval County Property Appraiser's Office now offers an online method to apply for homestead exemption, saving homeowners time and money.
Previously, new homeowners had to either visit the Appraiser's office downtown or submit applications by fax or mail with additional attachments.
The intuitive application asks necessary questions based on responses.
The homestead exemption is a benefit for Florida homeowners which can provide up to $50,000* off the assessed value of a home; lowering property taxes. Once in place, the homestead exemption triggers another state law which limits the increase … (2 comments)
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florida: Smoky Weather Questions & Answers - 06/17/11 08:36 AM
June 16, 2011 - 02:59am
Smoke Q&A: What you need to know about you, your pets and your car Here are some general questions and answers for those of us living in smoky climes these days -
If it's smoky outside, what should I do, health wise? Stay away from the outside. Limit your exposure by staying indoors, with the AC. Don't have AC? Look for alternative places for shelter, which could include museums, libraries, the movies, or family. If I have asthma, how concerned should I be? Keep your rescue inhalers close by and expect to use them more … (5 comments)
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florida: Florida, Not Just The Sunshine State! - 06/15/11 12:56 PM
I'm not REALLY poking fun, nor dismissing anyone who has had to evacuate or has lost property, or god forbid family in these fires, but really just trying to educate the public as to HOW many fires we currently have in The Sunshine Fire State these days.
Jacksonville, FL is covered in smoke and ash today, and visibility is tough; it's tougher still for young, elderly and any one with breathing disorders to be outside for any period of time. The Governer has issued a state of emergency, and I saw our local Smokecast on the weather this morning - and … (5 comments)
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florida: A Weekend Away - St. Augustine Beach - 06/12/11 07:59 AM
I'm enjoying a weekend with friends in St. Augustine Beach this weekend. We drove down yesterday, had lunch at Cap's On The Water, and are now enjoying our first full day in our house.
The house we rented on VRBO.com is on a canal, and a 5 minute walk to the beach, so we're sure to have some fun in the sun.
It's one of our girls birthdays, so we'll probably enjoy a good meal out tonight, as we just ordered in pizza last night.
Enjoy your weekend!
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florida: Jacksonville, Florida's Unemployment Rate Under 10% - 05/21/11 11:12 AM
Those of you who read my posts (which are usually daily) you know that I focus on the positive side of life.
I've blogged in the past few weeks about Jacksonville Beach homes sales up 40% comparing April 2010 to April 2011, and Atlantic Beach home sales are up 69% comparing April 2010 to April 2011.
This was too good headline to pass up and not write about.
For the first time in 2 years, our local unemployment rate is under 10%. This continues with positive economic growth locally for the past five months, and is great news.
You can read … (4 comments)
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florida: Duval County's One In Three Program - 04/15/11 10:27 AM
This program, scheduled to kick off this fall, is a wonderful initiative, and I'm hopeful it can achieve it's goal: to reduce the Duval County school system drop out rate, which is astoundingly high.
The program's name comes from our school system's current graduation rate of 67%. Having spoken with teachers, School Board members, and even with Senator Wise at the Great American Realtor Days this week, this is something that needs to be addressed sorely.
Many of these kids fail to thrive in school due to a few basic reasons:
They don't learn to read, making school work much more … (1 comments)
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florida: Red Flags For Buyers - 03/12/11 07:38 AM
If you are a Florida Realtor, you should be subscribing to and reading the Florida Realtors daily news email, that contains interesting news and HTML links to the Florida Realtors website for the complete story, which is where I found this story.
It's not surprising that the following send buyers in the opposite direction:
No Photos Outlandish Claims Priced Too Low Listed "As Is" For the complete story, you can click here: http://www.floridarealtors.org/NewsAndEvents/article.cfm?id=255965
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florida: Florida Alliance For Renewable Energy Tour, Jacksonville, FL 2/24/11 - 02/23/11 07:19 AM
I just received this email this morning, and wanted to share; although this is short notice for me, it may not be for some others who would like to learn more about Renewable Energy, and participate in some of the events/discussions/forums.
Please register, and pass along to anyone you think would benefit; I wish I could attend at least part of it, but am completely booked with appointments all day tomorrow.
And, if you don't live in or near Jacksonville, FL, I'm sure you can find the other cities this tour is going to visit!
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florida: St. Augustine Alligator Farm, St. Augustine, Florida - 02/06/11 09:54 AM
This is fabulous alligator farm (although I have a propensity to enjoy alligator farms, FYI), and I have been many times over the years. It's not a mud pit filled with alligators, which is what most people seem to think of; it's a true zoological exhibit with native bird sanctuaries, and other creatures besides the alligators and the crocodiles.
I'm excited they are expanding their park to offer this aerial obstacle and zip line course - can't wait to check it out in the near future!
You can read more here: http://jacksonville.com/news/metro/2011-02-06/story/st-johns-county-welcomes-adventure-tourism
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florida: Got College Kids? Need College Money? Live in Florida? - 01/24/11 06:14 AM
On this early Monday morning, after 4 days at the Florida Realtors Conference in Orlando, I want to focus on the scholarship opportunities available through Florida Realtors.
Many people may not be aware of the scholarship, or how to apply, which is one of the reasons I'm posting the link to the application on the Florida Realtors website: http://www.floridarealtors.org/NewsAndEvents/article.cfm?id=251226
The deadline for applications is 2/9/11, which is not far away at all.
Please pass the word to anyone you know who could benefit - it would be a shame for a solid candidate to miss out on scholarship dollars that DO … (8 comments)
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florida: Mayport Ferry Resumes Service, Mayport, FL - 01/09/11 10:40 AM
We here at the beaches love our ferry, as it can save us time and money to get to Amelia Island, and Fernandina Beach. The slowest month for ferry ridership is December, so the local Port Authority decided that was a good time for maintenance and improvements.
It's also fun to ride the ferry vs. driving up 9A because of the great water views you get - sometimes, there is nothing like it.
You can read more here: http://jacksonville.com/community/arlington/2011-01-07/story/mayport-ferry-back-operation-after-month-closure
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florida: Sunrise, Jacksonville Beach, FL 1/4/11 - 01/04/11 09:06 PM
I did my normal routine this morning: up at 5:30am, gym at 6:30am, and then sunrise shots on the beach at 7am (ish). I think I may take the time to bring the Flip video out to do a more documentary approach of the sun actually rising, but I hope you can be happy with this series until then:
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florida: Mayport NAS Ship Tour - 12/17/10 07:48 AM
I had the opportunity to tour a ship at our local Naval Air Station, Mayport, in Northeast Florida last night. The Chamber of Commerce organized it, and, if you have never had the pleasure to visit, it is really a city within a city.
Our port is one of the largest, and most sought after posts, largely due to our ocean proximity (30 minutes to ocean), the low cost of living compared to other bases, and, of course, the fact that we are in Florida.
I've toured the base and ships before, but never at Christmas time. Below are some of … (0 comments)
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florida: Jacksonville, FL Foreclosure Notices Drop Dramatically! - 12/16/10 02:33 PM
As other AR bloggers have pointed out, foreclosure-related notices are dropping in many areas - which I consider a good sign. Part of this is most likely the "foreclosure freeze" by several of the bigger lenders. Notice I said foreclosure-related notices; this is because most foreclosure firms track any and all notices of late payments, and lis pendens (lis pendens is the first legal document filed in a foreclosure proceeding). Locally, in Jacksonville, the foreclosure-related notices dropped 42% from October to November of 2010. Statewide, Florida has the dubious identity as one of the highest-foreclosure states in the nation.
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