Lakeland FL Short Sale and Foreclosure Market Report – June 2011 - 07/28/11 11:27 AM
Lakeland FL Short Sale and Foreclosure Market Report – June 2011
 
For the month of June, the Lakeland real estate market of short sales and bank-owned (REO) properties remained the same from the previous month. There were a total of 118 distressed homes sold. 
Lakeland Florida overall market share for short sales and foreclosures that were sold remains high at 54% compared to traditional sales, according to Mid-Florida Regional MLS.
Current inventory for Lakeland foreclosures as of 7/28/11 is at 73, while 103 homes currently are under contract and awaiting closing. Of the 75 foreclosure homes that were sold, most of the homes sold, have sold … (3 comments)

Lakeland FL Overall Existing Home Sales for June 2011 - 07/27/11 09:29 AM
Lakeland FL Overall Existing Home Sales for June 2011
 
Overall existing home sales in Lakeland Florida slipped to $95,423 for the month of June, when compared to the previous month as well as the previous year.
217 Lakeland overall homes sales in June: 
May 2011:  232 – previous year June 10: 224 sold
June – average sales price $95,423
May: $110,093 (-13.32%) – previous year June 10: $118,041 (-19.16%)
June – median sales price $80,000
May: $89,995 (-11.11%) – previous year June 10: $109,750 (-27.11%)



The graph below represents average and median home sales for June in Lakeland, Fl for various … (2 comments)

Don't Miss Warrior Walk 2011 July 30 - Lakeland FL - 07/22/11 01:28 PM
Don't Miss Lakeland FL Warrior Walk 2011 on July 30
"All gave some and some gave all" - their ultimate sacrifice for any American Soldier who has served and fought in a war. The Iraq & Afghanistan Veterans of Polk County is organizing the 2nd annual "Warrior Walk" which will be held in Lakeland Fl on July 30 at 8:00 a.m. around beautiful Lake Hollingsworth. Everyone is encouraged to wear your red, white and blue and walk around the 2.7 mile trail supporting and honor those who have been wounded or paid the ultimate sacrifice in action while serving during Operation Iraqi Freedom or … (1 comments)

Introduction to the Christina Community of Lakeland FL - 07/21/11 05:41 PM
Introduction to the Christina Community of Lakeland FL
 
The Christina Community is one of the most thought after communities in Lakeland, FL.  Located in South Lakeland just off 540A, the original neighborhoods were built in early 1970s.  As you drive through the winding road of this well established tree-lined area in Christina you’ll discover there are neighborhoods that have unique characteristics within Christina   There are many homes situated throughout the various neighborhoods which are none alike.  You’ll find luxurious waterfront homes, newer upscale executive homes, condominiums, individual gated custom built homes on large homesites. 

 
 
The Bluffs … (4 comments)

Shuttle Program Comes To An End - From Space Coast to Ghost Coast - 07/21/11 08:15 AM
Shuttle Program Comes To An End - From Space Coast to Ghost Coast
 
This post by Lenn Harley’s post - Atlantis - Home Safe inspired me to write about what happens next as the Space Coast turns into a Ghost Coast as pink slips will be handed out to over 2,000 employees by week’s end.  
 
Unemployment - Rocket Scientists such a specialized field, where will they jobs - Russia?
 
Economy - For cities surrounding Space Coast like Melbourne, Titusville, Cocoa, Palm Bay will tourism be the only resource left?
 
Space Program - Why is it that … (14 comments)

Lakeland FL Carillon Lakes Homes for Sale | Market Snapshot for June 2011 - 07/18/11 03:53 PM
Lakeland FL Carillon Lakes Homes for Sale | Market Snapshot for June 2011
Carillon Lakes in Lakeland FL has currently a 12 homes for sale that offer great contemporary architectural style built single family homes and condominiums from 1700 – 2900 square feet of living space ranging from $94,000 - $210,000. While you find traditional sales in the Carillon Community. Currently for sale: 1 home - Foreclosure/REO - List Price: $94,000 4 homes - Short Sale - average list price: $150,750 7 homes - Traditional - average list price: $188,857 Currently, there are seven homes under contract and awaiting closing, the majority of … (2 comments)

Sandpiper Homes for Sale in Lakeland FL - Real Estate Market Update for June 2011 - 07/18/11 02:08 PM

Sandpiper Homes for Sale in Lakeland FL | Real Estate Market Update for June 2011 The Sandpiper Golf & Country Club community had an increase by 100% of sold homes in June 2011 when compared to the previous month.  A very active real estate market for this 55+ adult community that is conveniently located near shopping, dining, medical facilities and churches. A snapshot of the Sandpiper Lakeland FL Homes for Sale: Active Listings: 27 Average list price: $138,200 Median list price: $134,900 Pending Listings: 2 Average list price: $92,200 Median list price: $92,200 1 Home was sold in the Sandpiper Golf & Country … (3 comments)

Lakeland FL Homes for Sale - Just Listed July 1 through July 15, 2011 - 07/18/11 12:59 PM

Lakeland FL Homes for Sale - Just Listed July 1 through July 15, 2011 Update for the Lakeland FL homes for Sale! Newly listed homes for the first half of July.  A total of 111 Lakeland FL homes were just listed with area Realtors® at an average sales price of $136,842.  There are currently 1380 homes for sale in Lakeland FL (July 18, 2011) and 583 homes are under currently contract (pending). I noticed in recent months, there is a trend that the inventory in Lakeland is declining.  The types of homes and average prices for sale in Lakeland, Florida according to the Multiple Listing Services (MLS) are as follows: 1 duplex units listed with a … (1 comments)

PAY YOUR ASSOCIATION EVEN IF YOU DON'T PAY YOUR MORTGAGE - 07/16/11 11:07 PM
Attention Lakeland FL sellers who are short selling or thinking about a short sale! This very important article written by Florida real estate attorney Richard Zaretsky about the importance of paying condominium and/or Homeowners Association dues.
As a short sale agent I've seen the implications sellers have when not paying their dues, especially when the fees are in the hundreds and thousand of dollars. 
Via Richard Zaretsky, Florida Real Estate Attorney (Richard P. Zaretsky P.A. - Board Certified Real Estate Atty):
My law practice today involves dealing with lots of borrowers (for foreclosure solutions) and lenders (for foreclosure prosecution).  One of the most prevalent … (4 comments)

Sellers Still Overprice Their Lakeland FL Homes By A Mile - 07/14/11 11:09 PM
Sellers Still Overprice Their Lakeland FL Homes By A Mile
I really find it hard to believe in today's real estate market that sellers still way overprice their Lakeland FL home. The reality of it is, they still do because it is their home and they really don't care about the listing agent who sells it.  And there are real estate agents out there who take those overpriced listings no matter what the ceiling is. Just the other day, I showed a house to a potential buyer. Beautiful pool home with tons of improvements - my buyer really liked it. It is … (8 comments)

Top 5 Mistakes Short Sale Sellers Make - 07/12/11 08:06 AM
Attention Lakeland FL home sellers who are thinking about putting their home up for sale as a short sale. This is an outstanding article from Tni LeBlanc and a must read.
As a Lakeland FL Short Sale Agent, these mistakes sellers make all across the country are quite devastating which could lead to foreclosure. 
Don't be foreclosed - be proactive!
Via Tni LeBlanc REALTOR® Santa Maria CA Homes Central Coast:

Top 5 Mistakes Short Sale Sellers Make
As a Santa Maria Short Sale Agent, I see short sale sellers make critical mistakes time and time again.  Here is my list of the … (5 comments)

Lakeland FL Homes for Sale - Just Listed June 15 through June 30, 2011 - 07/08/11 01:32 PM
Lakeland FL Homes for Sale - Just Listed June 15 through June 30, 2011 Update for the Lakeland FL homes for Sale! Newly listed homes for the second half of June.  A total of 120 Lakeland FL homes were just listed with area Realtors® at an average sales price of $154,142.  There are currently 1395 homes for sale in Lakeland FL (July 8, 2011) and 572 homes are under currently contract (pending). The types of homes and average prices for sale in Lakeland, Florida according to the Multiple Listing Services (MLS) are as follows: 2 duplex units listed with an average sales price of $55,750 2 condos listed with an average sales price of $38,200 6 manufactured/mobile … (2 comments)

Choose from Lakeland FL Houses for Sale in Different Price Range - 07/03/11 11:16 PM
Choose from Lakeland FL Houses for Sale in Different Price Range Lakeland Fl is the perfect place to find a home. It features a variety of homes for sale for all price range and house style. With an increasing community that reached approximately 94,000 in July of 2009 and a total of 74 square miles, it is the largest city in Polk County. Lakeland Fl is located in between Tampa and Orlando city and has very convenient access to the interstate that commuting to tourist attractions, big sporting venues, airports and even the beautiful sandy beaches of Florida is very easy. … (3 comments)

 
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