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How to tell if an old house is worth renovating:

Charles Stallions Real Estate 800-309-3414 Pensacola, Fl. — Fri, 11 Dec 2009 20:44:54 -0600

Pensacola, Florida: My best of the best series of articles on different real estate topics beneficial to Pensacola Investors, Landlords, Tenants, buyers, sellers in Pensacola, Pace and Gulf Breeze, Florida. This weeks topic is on the Investor and who wants to be the next millionaire in Pensacola, Pace, Gulf Breeze, Florida. With a well know, little used strategy we can make you the next millionaire. Unbelievable, put me to the test and see. I hope you find this series to be educational as well as informative. Call me to discuss the use of the of this little used strategy and to discuss how we work and if it will benefit you here in Pensacola, Pace or Gulf Breeze, Fl. Call Charles Stallions 800-309-3414 or E-mail charles@charlesstallions.com. To view short sales, foreclosures, REO's and homes for sale in Pensacola, Pace or Gulf Breeze, Florida Click Here.

Via Derrick Guevremont (Counselor Realty of Rochester):

You may have always wanted a big project like renovating an old house. Or you may have fallen in love with a slightly rundown but charming place. However romantic it might seem in your mind to merrily work away on updating bathrooms, tearing out old kitchens or rewiring electrical systems, you may be getting in over your head. Tips from a USA Weekend article will help you decide whether your labor of love is worth it.

According to master carpenter Norm Abram, “the first consideration when thinking about renovating is the underlying structure of the home.” If the foundation or framing is seriously damaged, usually as a result of water damage, it can be extremely expensive to repair. However, if the house you have in mind has structural problems, it isn’t necessarily the end of the deal. The sellers may have allowed for this in the selling price. Or, if the house you have in mind has historical value, it may preclude the expense. Original oak floors and decorative trim may make you think twice about passing it up in favor of something newer and less expensive.

In short, it is critical “to weigh the cost of renovation…against the home’s overall distinction and charm.” Conversely, you must also think about the home’s renovations. If the home has been renovated so many times that it retains none of its original features or charm, plus it has serious structural issues, you may be better of purchasing something newer and more reliable. Above all, the house must be worth paying $15,000 or more for structural repairs.

The next thing to consider is whether the house is a fit for your lifestyle. Many older homes have features that may not be appealing for the modern lifestyle. On the other hand, you must be willing to get creative in your thinking. For instance, don’t eliminate a house just because it has a lot of small rooms. If there is a wall between the dining room and kitchen, it is possible that it can be removed to allow for a more open living space. Or, you can combine two smaller bedrooms into one, large master suite. You can also consider making a small room into a reading room, library or study.

Finally, in renovating an old home, you must be willing to let some things go. You may be deeply attached to the original, charming front porch, but if there are problems that cannot easily or inexpensively be fixed, you need to compromise.

Charles Stallions

Cleaning for a Reason

Charles Stallions Real Estate 800-309-3414 Pensacola, Fl. — Fri, 11 Dec 2009 20:41:34 -0600

This is remarkable and a really nice idea to pass along.

Via Christopher & Natascha Tello (The Tello Team):

In our quest and belief of paying it forward we found out about this wonderful FREE service that we had to share! If you know any woman who is currently undergoing Chemo, please pass this on to her or her loved ones.

There is a cleaning service that provides FREE housecleaning - 1 time per month for 4 months while she is in treatment.

All she has to do is sign up and have her doctor fax a note confirming the treatment. The organization, Cleaning for a Reason will have a participating maid service in her zip code area arrange for the service. http://www.cleaningforareason.org/

Please do your part, and pass this information on to anyone you know who is currently undergoing Chemo treatment. 　This organization serves the entire USA and currently has 547 partners to help these women. We're sure that there is someone who does not know of, and can benefit from this service. We need to let them know that people do care, and are willing to help them through this difficult time.　Be a blessing to someone and pass this information along.

Charles Stallions

What Makes a Good Buyer's Agent?

Charles Stallions Real Estate 800-309-3414 Pensacola, Fl. — Fri, 11 Dec 2009 08:56:24 -0600

All great points and if you are looking for a great one in Pensacola, Pace or Gulf Breeze Florida, I have four of the best and I know you will agree or pay nothing.

Via James Yoakum (Brown McKinney Real Estate Company):

In my post earlier this week I discussed Five Reasons Serious Investors Should Use a Buyer's Agent. Hopefully that convinced you that there are benefits to consistently working with a good buyer's agent to identify and purchase investment properties. That still leaves the question of how to identify a good buyer's agent. As with any business relationship gut feeling, dumb luck, and/or trial and error can often lead you to a great buyer's agent, but if you'd like to be a little more scientific about who you choose to work with consider the following guidelines:

1. Look for an agent who really knows and understands the market(s) where you plan to invest. This one is a no-brainer, you want an agent who knows the ins-and-outs of the neighborhoods where you'll be investing. It's relatively easy to find these agents by attending neighborhood association meetings or searching through neighborhood-focused newspapers or websites to see which real estate agents seem to keep popping up. A quick interview about local neighborhood happenings can help you confirm an agent's depth of local knowledge. One caveat is that it can sometimes be good to work with an agent who knows several similar markets within a region, as opposed to focusing exclusively on one neighborhood. For example, I'm very familiar with multiple areas of Philadelphia, so I can help investors compare their investment options in South Philly with similar options in the Overbrook, Germantown, Fishtown, or Francisville neighborhoods - there are pros and cons to investing in each neighborhood that I can assist my clients in sorting through.

2. Find an agent who you communicate well with. This is absolutely essential to establishing a long-term relationship and getting the most out of your chosen buyer's agent. If you like to use email and texts to communicate find a buyer's agent who's tech-savvy. If you can only see properties in the evenings find an agent who's schedule works with yours. Above all give feedback to help your buyer's agent serve you better and welcome their feedback as it pertains to your real estate investment strategy. One good way to determine how a prospective buyer's agent communicates is to speak with their past clients - any agent should be willing to put you in touch with a few happy clients who can give you an idea of their communication style.

3. You need an agent who gets your business model. As an investor you probably have your own unique set of criteria for what is and isn't a good deal and it's very important that a prospective agent understands your criteria well. This may take a few weeks, but if you've looked at dozens of properties with an agent and they're still showing you deals that don't even come close to what you're looking for they probably don't really understand your criteria (or they're just too lazy to weed-out bad deals before showing them to you).

4. Finally, if at all possible, find an agent who has other clients similar to you. This may sound counter-intuitive because you want a loyal agent, not one who shows every deal to multiple clients. However, if an agent has several similar clients he or she will have that much more exposure to the market and will find many more deals and unique opportunities than if they're only working with one client at a time. This is where it's important to make sure your agent REALLY understands your business model and what you're looking for. No two investors are exactly alike and a good agent should be able to send deals only to the client(s) for which they make the most sense. An agent with multiple investor clients can also arrange partnership opportunities for investors with complimentary skill sets or business models - such as matching up an investor with lots of capital but little time for property management with an investor who's short on capital but has property management down cold.

If you're a Philadelphia area investor I'd be happy to chat to see if I'm a potential fit as a buyer's agent for you. If you're from somewhere else I hope these criteria are helpful in finding the right agent, and feel free to comment on any other important criteria you can think of.

In my next post I'll respond to some of the common reasons given by investors for not working with a buyer's agent.

Charles Stallions

Navarre Beach Condos for sale and Market Report for November 2009

Charles Stallions Real Estate 800-309-3414 Pensacola, Fl. — Fri, 11 Dec 2009 06:50:33 -0600

Navarre Beach, Florida Real Estate

We here at the Charles Stallions Real Estate Services continuously monitor local real estate statistics to keep our clients informed and ahead of the real estate trends. Below you will find Navarre Beach, Florida real estate statistic. For last months stats scroll down, call me or e-mail for even more details. What can I do to sell my home for more money? SELLERS TIP # 2

A Snapshot of the Navarre Beach, Florida Housing Market

Available Homes =49

FORECLOSURES/ Short Sales = 0

New condo listings this month = 0

Current Homes Under Contract = 0

Homes Sold In Last 30 Days = 0

Average Days On The Market = depressing

Latest Assumption Rate = -------------------

Average Sales Price = -------------------

List Price to Sales Price = --------------

TIP OF THE MONTH

Would you like infomation on buying or selling Foreclosures / Short sales CLICK HERE

Charles Stallions, CRS, CSP, CBR, CDPS, SREE, EREI - 800-309-3414, a leader in real estate investing, buying and selling. Lead Real Estate negotiator for several investment clubs as well as investors throughout the US. Call Charles for a list of references before buying or selling you what some consider being their largest investment.

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Looking for a home to rent, sell or buy in Pensacola, Pace or Gulf Breeze Florida then this site was designed with you in mind. E-mail charles@charlesstallions.com for a complete list of foreclosures, short sales, homes for sale or for rent in Pensacola, Pace or Gulf Breeze Florida area. Charles Stallions Real Estate Services located at 139 East Burgess Rd. Pensacola, Florida 32503 has a 12 member team, including experts on Loan Modifications, a Certified Residential Specialist,a Distressed Property Specialist with over fourteen years in real estate dealing in foreclosures, first time home buyer programs and investor sales. We offer full time, full service Property Management in Pensacola, Pace or Gulf Breeze Florida.Click here to view Homes for sale in Pensacola Florida or search pensacolamls for new homes on the market.

Flat Fee of $2995 to SELL or MLS $1495 + 3 %

We offer Property Management for $50. flat fee monthly

Call Now 800-309-3414 for over the phone evaluation and NO Obligation

Charles Stallions

10 Steps to Choosing and Purchasing Your Home

Charles Stallions Real Estate 800-309-3414 Pensacola, Fl. — Thu, 10 Dec 2009 20:21:12 -0600

Pensacola, Florida: My best of the best series of articles on different real estate topics beneficial to Pensacola Investors, Landlords, Tenants, buyers, sellers in Pensacola, Pace and Gulf Breeze, Florida. This weeks topic is on the $8000 Tax Credit given to first time home buyers in Pensacola, Pace, Gulf Breeze, Florida. I hope you find this series to be educational as well as informative. Call me to discuss the use of the $8000. tax credit and how you can double it when buying your next Pensacola, Pace or Gulf Breeze, Fl. home from Charles Stallions 800-309-3414 or E-mail charles@charlesstallions.com. To view short sales, foreclosures and homes in Pensacola, Pace or Gulf Breeze, Florida Click Here.

Via Laura Coffey, ABR, QSC, CDPE (Re/Max of Santa Clarita):

10 Steps to Choosing and Purchasing Your Home

So you want to purchase a home, now what? It's a big decision and there's a lot to learn. I can provide you with a comprehensive, quick-reference guide that provides the information and tools you need to help you find a home that's right for you. Below is ten steps for you to follow when purchasing a home. I provide a free buyer's tool kit that will help you gather information and educate you in the home buying process. It's a personalized map that will help you find, purchase, and finance a home that meets your needs and preferences.

10 Steps to Choosing and Purchasing Your Home

1. Find a Qualified Buyer's Representative

2. Assess Your Credit and Finances

3. Assess Your Wants and Needs

4. Shop for a Home

5. Negotiate Terms

6. Obtain a Mortgage

7. Prepare for the Close (Transfer Ownership)

8. Close

9. Move

10. Celebrate

How often do you purchase a home? Once, twice, three times in your lifetime? So you can hardly be expected to know all the ins and outs of such a major transaction complicated by so many details. In most transactions, sellers are represented by a listing agent who minds these details and their client's best interests. As a buyer, don't you also want complete and fair representation in your real estate transaction? Real estate buyer's representatives are responsible for protecting the best interests of their clients-buyers like you-and can guide you through every step of the process. In most cases the seller's pay your buyer's agents commission. So the first step, and perhaps the most important, is finding your buyer's representative.

If you would like a free private consultation or free buyer's tool kit to help you purchase a home please contact me now at 661 857-0620

Or visit me on the web at www.Laura4Homes.com
Laura Coffey, ABR, QSC, CDPE

Charles Stallions

Perdido Key Condos for sale and Market Report for November 2009

Charles Stallions Real Estate 800-309-3414 Pensacola, Fl. — Thu, 10 Dec 2009 20:09:18 -0600

Perdido Key, Florida Real Estate

We here at the Charles Stallions Real Estate Services continuously monitor local real estate statistics to keep our clients informed and ahead of the real estate trends. Below you will find Perdido Key, Florida real estate statistic. For last months stats scroll down, call me or e-mail for even more details. What can I do to sell my home for more money? SELLERS TIP # 2

A Snapshot of the Perdido Key, Florida Housing Market

Available Condos = 208

FORECLOSURES/ Short Sales = 17

New Condos on the market = 17

Current Homes Under Contract = 16

Homes Sold In Last 30 Days = 7

Average Days On The Market = 309

Latest Assumption Rate = 29 months

Average Sales Price = $410,227

TIP OF THE MONTH

Would you like infomation on buying or selling Foreclosures / Short sales CLICK HERE

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THOUSANDS OF HOMES.... One Address www.charlesstallions.com

Flat Fee of $2995 to SELL or MLS $1495 + 3 %

We offer Property Management for $50. flat fee monthly

Call Now 800-309-3414 for over the phone evaluation and NO Obligation

Charles Stallions

Health Care Bill Debate and Realtors?

Charles Stallions Real Estate 800-309-3414 Pensacola, Fl. — Thu, 10 Dec 2009 12:46:43 -0600

What is your take on the subject? What a waste we as a country can get.

Via Diana Manzato (Coldwell Banker):

This week, our Senate begins the debates over amendments to the health reform bill. According to the National Association of Realtors Washington, the proposede bill includes "the Finance Committee bill's provisions reforming the currently dysfunctional individual and small group health insurance markets."

The thought that I might be able to pursue the existence of health insurance for myself and my small business while paying relatively the same rates as a huge, coorperate entity sounds great, but I wonder how much of a reality could this be for a single REALTOR?

I told myself that I might try to skim over the 2,074 pages but I've found many more important things to do, like clean out a closet or bath the dogs.

But it will be great if we, as small employers or individuals would go by the same rules "which currently are characteristic of larger group plans, i.e. guaranteed issue, guaranteed renewal, no preexisting condition exclusions, no health status or gender rating factors, etc."

What are your thoughts?

Charles Stallions

Pensacola Beach Condos for sale and Market Report for November 2009

Charles Stallions Real Estate 800-309-3414 Pensacola, Fl. — Thu, 10 Dec 2009 09:08:28 -0600

Pensacola Beach, Florida Real Estate

We here at the Charles Stallions Real Estate Services continuously monitor local real estate statistics to keep our clients informed and ahead of the real estate trends. Below you will find Pensacola Beach, Florida real estate statistic. For last months stats scroll down, call me or e-mail for even more details. What can I do to sell my home for more money? SELLERS TIP # 2

A Snapshot of the Pensacola Beach, Florida Housing Market

Available Homes = 174

FORECLOSURES/ Short Sales = 11

New condo listings this month = 7

Current Homes Under Contract = 16

Homes Sold In Last 30 Days = 13

Average Days On The Market = 383

Latest Assumption Rate = 30 months

Average Sales Price = $397,000

List Price to Sales Price = 88.43%

TIP OF THE MONTH

Would you like infomation on buying or selling Foreclosures / Short sales CLICK HERE

______________________________________________________________________________________________

THOUSANDS OF HOMES.... One Address www.charlesstallions.com

Looking for a home to rent, sell or buy in Pensacola, Pace or Gulf Breeze Florida then this site was designed with you in mind. E-mail charles@charlesstallions.com for a complete list of foreclosures, short sales, homes for sale or for rent in Pensacola, Pace or Gulf Breeze Florida area. Charles Stallions Real Estate Services located at 139 East Burgess Rd. Pensacola, Florida 32503 has a 6 member team, including experts on Loan Modifications, a Certified Residential Specialist,a Distressed Property Specialist with over fourteen years in real estate dealing in foreclosures, first time home buyer programs and investor sales. We offer full time, full service Property Management in Pensacola, Pace or Gulf Breeze Florida.Click here to view Homes for sale in Pensacola Florida or search pensacolamls for new homes on the market.

Flat Fee of $2995 to SELL or MLS $1495 + 3 %

We offer Property Management for $50. flat fee monthly

Call Now 800-309-3414 for over the phone evaluation and NO Obligation

Charles Stallions

Taps, The story behind the song.

Charles Stallions Real Estate 800-309-3414 Pensacola, Fl. — Thu, 10 Dec 2009 09:00:33 -0600

A friend sent me this, this morning and I thought I would share it with you.

This is interesting........

If any of you have ever been to a military
funeral in which taps was played;
this brings out a new meaning of it.

Here is something Every American should know. Until I
read this, I didn't know, but I checked it out
and it's true:

We in the United States have all heard
the haunting song, 'Taps.' It's the song that
gives us the lump in our throats and usually
tears in our eyes.

But, do you know the story behind the song? If
not, I think you will be interested to find out
about its humble beginnings.

     Reportedly,
it all began in 1862 during the Civil War,
when Union Army
Captain Robert Ellicombe was with
his men near Harrison 's Landing in
Virginia . The Confederate Army was
on the other side of the narrow strip of land.

During the night, Captain Ellicombe heard the moans of
a soldier who lay severely wounded on the field.
Not knowing if it was a Union
or Confederate soldier, the Captain
decided to risk his life and bring the stricken
man back for medical attention. Crawling on his
stomach through the gunfire, the Captain reached
the stricken soldier and began pulling him
toward his encampment.

When the Captain finally reached his own lines, he
discovered it was actually a Confederate
soldier, but the soldier was dead.
The Captain lit a lantern and
suddenly caught his breath and went numb with shock.
In the dim light, he saw the face of the soldier.
It was his own son. The boy had been studying music
in the South when the war broke out.
Without telling his father, the boy
enlisted in the Confederate Army.

The following morning, heartbroken, the father asked
permission of his superiors to give his son a
full military burial, despite his enemy status.
His request was only partially granted.

The Captain had asked if he could have a group of
Army band members play a funeral dirge for his son at the funeral.

The request was turned down since the soldier was a Confederate.

But, out of respect for the father, they did say they
could give him only one musician.

The Captain chose a bugler. He asked the
bugler to play a series of musical notes he had
found on a piece of paper in the pocket of the
dead youth's uniform.

This wish was granted.

The haunting melody, we now know as 'Taps' used
at military funerals was born.

The words are:

Day is done.
Gone the sun.
From the lakes
From the hills.
From the sky.
All is well.
Safely rest.
God is nigh.

Fading light.
Dims the sight.
And a star.
Gems the sky.
Gleaming bright.
From afar.
Drawing nigh.
Falls the night.

Thanks and praise.
For our days.
Neath the sun
Neath the stars.
Neath the sky

As we go.
This we know.
God is nigh

I too have felt the chills while listening to
'Taps' but I have never seen all the words to
the song until now. I didn't even know
there was more than one verse . I also
never knew the story behind the song and I
didn't know if you had either so I thought I'd
pass it along..

I now have an even deeper respect for the song
than I did before.

Remember
Those Lost and Harmed While Serving Their
Country.

Also
Remember Those Who Have Served And Returned; and
for those presently serving in the Armed
Forces.

Charles Stallions

Gulf Breeze Homes for sale and Market Report for November 2009

Charles Stallions Real Estate 800-309-3414 Pensacola, Fl. — Wed, 09 Dec 2009 17:52:24 -0600

Gulf Breeze, Florida Real Estate

We here at the Charles Stallions Real Estate Services continuously monitor local real estate statistics to keep our clients informed and ahead of the real estate trends. Below you will find Gulf Breeze, Florida real estate statistic. For last months stats scroll down, call me or e-mail for even more details. What can I do to sell my home for more money? SELLERS TIP # 2

A Snapshot of the GulfBreeze, Florida Housing Market

Available Homes = 322

FORECLOSURES/ Short Sales = 21

New listings this month = 38

Current Homes Under Contract = 56

Homes Sold In Last 30 Days = 34

Average Days On The Market = 218

Latest Assumption Rate = 9 months

Average Sales Price = $20,547

List Price to Sales Price = 96.20 %

TIP OF THE MONTH

Would you like infomation on buying or selling Foreclosures / Short sales CLICK HERE

______________________________________________________________________________________________

THOUSANDS OF HOMES.... One Address www.charlesstallions.com

Looking for a home to rent, sell or buy in Pensacola, Pace or Gulf Breeze Florida then this site was designed with you in mind. E-mail charles@charlesstallions.com for a complete list of foreclosures, short sales, homes for sale or for rent in Pensacola, Pace or Gulf Breeze Florida area. Charles Stallions Real Estate Services located at 139 East Burgess Rd. Pensacola, Florida 32503 has a 6 member team, including experts on Loan Modifications, a Certified Residential Specialist,a Distressed Property Specialist with over fourteen years in real estate dealing in foreclosures, first time home buyer programs and investor sales. We offer full time, full service Property Management in Pensacola, Pace or Gulf Breeze Florida.Click here to view Homes for sale in Pensacola Florida or search pensacolamls for new homes on the market.

Flat Fee of $2995 to SELL or MLS $1495 + 3 %

We offer Property Management for $50. flat fee monthly

Call Now 800-309-3414 for over the phone evaluation and NO Obligation

Charles Stallions

Pace Homes for sale and Market Report for November 2009

Charles Stallions Real Estate 800-309-3414 Pensacola, Fl. — Wed, 09 Dec 2009 17:33:22 -0600

Pace, Florida Real Estate

We here at the Charles Stallions Real Estate Services continuously monitor local real estate statistics to keep our clients informed and ahead of the real estate trends. Below you will find Pace, Florida real estate statistic. For last months stats scroll down, call me or e-mail for even more details. What can I do to sell my home for more money? SELLERS TIP # 2

A Snapshot of the Pensacola, Florida Housing Market

Available Homes = 299

FORECLOSURES/ Short Sales = 11

New listings this month = 49

Current Homes Under Contract = 40

Homes Sold In Last 30 Days = 52

Average Days On The Market = 216

Latest Assumption Rate = 6 months

Average Sales Price = $173,297

List Price to Sales Price = 97.83 %

TIP OF THE MONTH

Would you like infomation on buying or selling Foreclosures / Short sales CLICK HERE

______________________________________________________________________________________________

THOUSANDS OF HOMES.... One Address www.charlesstallions.com

Looking for a home to rent, sell or buy in Pensacola, Pace or Gulf Breeze Florida then this site was designed with you in mind. E-mail charles@charlesstallions.com for a complete list of foreclosures, short sales, homes for sale or for rent in Pensacola, Pace or Gulf Breeze Florida area. Charles Stallions Real Estate Services located at 139 East Burgess Rd. Pensacola, Florida 32503 has a 6 member team, including experts on Loan Modifications, a Certified Residential Specialist,a Distressed Property Specialist with over fourteen years in real estate dealing in foreclosures, first time home buyer programs and investor sales. We offer full time, full service Property Management in Pensacola, Pace or Gulf Breeze Florida.Click here to view Homes for sale in Pensacola Florida or search pensacolamls for new homes on the market.

Flat Fee of $2995 to SELL or MLS $1495 + 3 %

We offer Property Management for $50. flat fee monthly

Call Now 800-309-3414 for over the phone evaluation and NO Obligation

Charles Stallions

Pensacola Homes for sale and Market Report for November 2009

Charles Stallions Real Estate 800-309-3414 Pensacola, Fl. — Wed, 09 Dec 2009 17:28:38 -0600

Pensacola, Florida Real Estate

We here at the Charles Stallions Real Estate Services continuously monitor local real estate statistics to keep our clients informed and ahead of the real estate trends. Below you will find Pensacola, Florida real estate statistic. For last months stats scroll down, call me or e-mail for even more details. What can I do to sell my home for more money? SELLERS TIP # 2

A Snapshot of the Pensacola, Florida Housing Market

Available Homes = 1938

FORECLOSURES/ Short Sales =173

New listings this month = 346

Current Homes Under Contract = 218

Homes Sold In Last 30 Days = 208

Average Days On The Market = 209

Latest Assumption Rate = 9 months (rounded)

Average Sales Price = $143,803

List Price to Sales Price = 94.05%

TIP OF THE MONTH

Would you like infomation on buying or selling Foreclosures / Short sales CLICK HERE

______________________________________________________________________________________________

THOUSANDS OF HOMES.... One Address www.charlesstallions.com

Looking for a home to rent, sell or buy in Pensacola, Pace or Gulf Breeze Florida then this site was designed with you in mind. E-mail charles@charlesstallions.com for a complete list of foreclosures, short sales, homes for sale or for rent in Pensacola, Pace or Gulf Breeze Florida area. Charles Stallions Real Estate Services located at 139 East Burgess Rd. Pensacola, Florida 32503 has a 6 member team, including experts on Loan Modifications, a Certified Residential Specialist,a Distressed Property Specialist with over fourteen years in real estate dealing in foreclosures, first time home buyer programs and investor sales. We offer full time, full service Property Management in Pensacola, Pace or Gulf Breeze Florida.Click here to view Homes for sale in Pensacola Florida or search pensacolamls for new homes on the market.

Flat Fee of $2995 to SELL or MLS $1495 + 3 %

We offer Property Management for $50. flat fee monthly

Call Now 800-309-3414 for over the phone evaluation and NO Obligation

Charles Stallions

The housing slump may be nearing an end

Charles Stallions Real Estate 800-309-3414 Pensacola, Fl. — Tue, 08 Dec 2009 21:09:43 -0600

Pensacola, Florida: My best of the best series of articles on different real estate topics beneficial to Pensacola Investors, Landlords, Tenants, buyers, sellers in Pensacola, Pace and Gulf Breeze, Florida. This weeks topic is on Mortgages including FHA, VA, Conventionals, Creative Financing, Reverse Mortgages and Owner Financing available in Pensacola, Pace, Gulf Breeze, Florida. I hope you find this series to be educational as well as informative. Looking for a mortgage or loan, call 800-309-3414 to discuss how we can find no money down, 100% financing for you in Pensacola, Pace or Gulf Breeze, Fl. Call Charles Stallions 800-309-3414 or E-mail charles@charlesstallions.com. To view homes for sale or rent in Pensacola, Pace or Gulf Breeze, Florida Click Here. Also for current mortgage rates and programs that are best for you. Click Here

Via Sybil Campbell Realtor, ABR, SRES Williamsburg Va homes for sale (Long and Foster, REALTORS®):

According to this article in Money Magazine the housing slump may be nearing an end. Buyers should be making their move now while housing is more affordable than it has been in the last two decades.

Most economists agree that the next few years we will see inflation.

In the light of this article and the predictions of economists I have good news and bad news.



The good news: Inflation will cause housing prices to rise again.

The bad news: Inflation will make housing less affordable.

While the housing slump may be nearing an end, buyers don't need to sit on a fence! Buy now while the affordability is high.

Sybil Campbell, REALTOR®, ABR, SRES

Long and Foster REALTORS®

(757) 897-5889

www.buywilliamsburghomes.com

www.urhomecompass.com

sybilcampbell@cox.net

WHATEVER THE DIRECTION SYBIL CAN HELP YOU FIND THE HOME OF YOUR DREAMS

www.urhomecompass.com

Charles Stallions

Is House Flipping Making A Comeback?

Charles Stallions Real Estate 800-309-3414 Pensacola, Fl. — Tue, 08 Dec 2009 21:08:23 -0600

Via Johnny Davis (Davis Signature Realty LLC):

According to today's The Wall Street Journal, house flipping is making a comeback. The article states that "flipping homes is back in fashion". The story goes on to tell of a Phoenix, AZ. man who bought a house at auction for $486,300 and sold it a week later to a lady moving into the area for $690,000.

Are we going to see the "flipping" trend once again? Will we start to see a spike in tv shows like "Flip This House", "Flip That House" and "Property Ladder"?

Hopefully, most people will realize that the people who are doing the flipping now are purchasing homes at foreclosure auctions and with cash. There are a lot of good buys in the South Lake County area right now, but you can't really flip the good deals around here. Most of the REO's in this area won't let you resell them for a specific period of time.

If you have extra cash that you can afford to possibly lose, knock yourself out and enjoy the courthouse steps process. However, I would really think long and hard about borrowing money to purchase a house that you hope to resell for a profit. The house you are buying at auction? The people who lost it probably had the same ideas you have. Be smart people and let the real estate market continue to correct itself.
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Johnny Davis - Broker/Owner - Davis Signature Realty LLC

Davis Signature Realty LLC is a Full Service Real Estate Brokerage that specializes in all of Lake County Florida and parts of West Orange County Florida (Winter Garden, Ocoee, Oakland and Windermere). If you are in the market to buy or sell a home in Lake or West Orange County, I would love the opportunity to talk to you to see if I could be of help to you.

Phone: 321-231-4141 Email: johnnydavis@davissignaturerealty.com

Website: www.davissignaturerealty.com

Charles Stallions

Sell Your Home at the Highest Possible Price and here is how.

Charles Stallions Real Estate 800-309-3414 Pensacola, Fl. — Sat, 05 Dec 2009 19:48:57 -0600

Making a mistake in selling a home can cost you hundreds or thousands of dollars in lost profit. Often home sellers make the same mistakes over and over. Avoiding these mistakes is easy and takes little time and effort on your part. Take the time with your home sale and follow the guidelines in this report.

Distress Selling: At times, selling quickly is unavoidable. That's when knowing the right techniques to sell your homewithout looking desperate and making yourself a target for low bidders really pays off. Know all there is to know about the market before listing and work hand in hand with the right real estate professional. Ensure that you are not settling for the first offer through the door.
Best Home in the Neighborhood: Your home is one of your most personal possessions. Don't be blind to flaws and needed cosmetic improvements. This will cause overvaluing of the home, hurting it's chances to be sold. Listing with the right agent gives you a well informed third eye that will help you price your home at a fair market price.
Limited Home Viewing: Buyers want to view a home on their own time schedule. Unfortunately their time schedule does not always coincide with your time schedule. Leave a lockbox or key with your agent so your home can be shown when you are not around. You never know if the one who got away was your buyer.
Restrain Emotional Decisions: Don't allow a few hundred dollarsto ruin a sale. That money will mean very little to you in the long run. Take a look at the big picture and react rationally. Use sound business judgment!
Make Cosmetic Improvements: Prospects make up their minds within the first twenty minutes. First impressions can make all the difference in selling your home. Spending $1,200 on new carpet might add another $4,000 to the price of your home. Get an objective point of view from your real estate professional. They can provide you with a list of items that will maximize the profit of your home sale.
Disclose Property Flaws: Property disclosure laws require sellers to list any flaws required by your state. If you are unaware of flaws or attempt to cover them up, you risk losing the sale and finding yourself in court. Get professional assistance from your agent who can introduce you to qualified inspectors and ensure the smooth sale of your home.
For Sale By Owner: Most homeowners who decide to sell their own home do so because they believe they can save the commission paid to the real estate agent. Everything has a price and selling a home carries a high one. The enormous amount of time and effort required to sell a home often surprises the "For Sale By Owner." Furthermore, many costly mistakes can be avoided with the right guidance.
Refusing to Trust Your Agent: Would you tell a physician that you've decided to run your own tests and come to your own diagnosis? By choosing the right Realtor, you can relax and trust their judgment. The right agent is a valuable team member who will protect your best interests and make your sale as profitable as possible.
Know Your Market: Most homes that do not sell in their first listing period are priced too high. Conversely, most homes that sell quickly are priced too low and cheat the homeowner out of profits. You need to understand the market and evaluate the value of your home based on fact, not gut instinct or conventional wisdom. A professional agent knows the market, just as you know the market for your business.
Choosing a Realtor Based on Personal Relationships: Home sellers often pick a friend or family member as their agent. Choose an agent with a strong track record and aggressive Marketing Plan. A top producer knows the market well and can generate many buyers. Selling your home is one of the most important decisions you'll ever make! Base it on good, sound business sense and the rewards will add up.

Before you make one of your most important decisions regarding your home sale shouldn't you become as informed as possible? By aligning yourself with a top agent you ensure that all the important issues and seemingly insignificant but....very important....details are handled professionally. Your home sale should not be a grueling ordeal. The more informed you are, the better chance you have of making a sound business decision.

Charles Stallions

Avoid Mistakes That Could Cost You Thousands when selling in Pensacola, Pace or Gulf Breeze Florida

Charles Stallions Real Estate 800-309-3414 Pensacola, Fl. — Sat, 05 Dec 2009 19:45:34 -0600

Selling your home can be an exhausting experience. Last minute walk throughs, inconvenient calls, price adjustment and the possibility of being stuck with two mortgages are real concerns. If you are not completely prepared you could end up losing hundreds, even thousands, of dollars in profit.

The difference between a profitable smooth transaction and a break even, miserable experience is often a fine line. In the majority of cases it comes down to the subtle know how of your professional. By utilizing the knowledge of a well-trained real estate investor, you'll ensure the quick, profitable sale of your home. This report is designed to arm you with the knowledge to avoid 11 common mistakes that cost sellers serious money.

Refusing to Make Profit Inducing Repairs
It always costs you more money to sell 'as is' than to make repairs that will increase the value of your home. Even minor improvements will often yield as much as three to five times the repair cost at the time of sale. Your agent will be able to point out what repairs will significantly increase the value of your home. Seemingly small fix up jobs can have quite an impact.
Not Considering Other Financing Terms
Cash is not always the most advantageous transaction. Income level, tax benefits and current legislation are all critical factors when considering purchase terms. Professional Real Estate Investors are experts at home transactions and can lead you down the path that will give you the highest yield.
Provide Easy Access for Showings
Accessibility is a major key to profitability. Appointment-only showings are the most restrictive, while a lock box is the least. However there are certain considerations to take into account: your lifestyle, time frame for the desired sale and the relationship with the person representing your interests. The more accessible your home is, the better the odds of finding a person willing to pay your asking price. You never know if the one that couldn't get a viewing was the one that got away. By developing a trusting relationship with an investor, he or she will show the home with your best interests in mind.
Priced Too Low/Priced Too High
One critical reason to find an experienced professional real estate investment professional is to make sure the property is priced appropriately for a timely and profitable sale. If the property is priced too high it will sit and develop the identity of a problem property. If it's priced too low it could cost you considerable profits. The real estate market has subtle nuances and market changes that should be re-evaluated by your representaive every 10-14 days to help you maximize your return.
Relying Solely on Traditional Methods To Sell Your Home
The real estate professional who is innovative and willing to offer new strategies of attracting home buyers will always outperform those who rely on traditional methods. Demand around the clock advertising exposure, innovative lead generation methods and lead accountability. These services exist and should be offered on your home sale.
Market Timing/Seasonal Selling
Just as a broker who continually follows the trends of a stock, your real estate professional continually follows trends of your home market. They will know if the market cycle is poised to net you the most money. Avoid believing that property sales are seasonal.. property is always selling.
Refusing to Make Cosmetic Changes
The prospective home buyer's first impression is the most important. Hundreds ordf thousands of home sales have been lost to unkempt lawns, cluttered rooms, bad stains, unpleasant odors... all the seemingly little things. Imagine you were the home buyer and clean your place from top to bottom... military style.
Wasting Time With An Unqualified Prospect
Your representative's responsibility is to screen a prospect's qualifications before valuable time is lost. Be sure to align yourself with the right professional and eliminate negotiating with unqualified prospects.
Don't Test The Market
Never put your property on line to sell unless you are serious. The right professional will find you buyers and if you are harboring indecision... you will blow the sale.
Believing You are Powerless to Make a Difference
Be a part of the team! Take an active role with your real estate professional to see what you can do to facilitate your sale. Networking with professional peers and personal friends often results in the sale of a home. It's surprising how many homes are sold this way.
Believing All Realtors, Brokers & Others are the Same
With all the intricate details and critical decisions to be made concerning your home sale, should you rely on anyone but an experienced real estate investment professional? Many friends and family members have been estranged as a result of failing to meet expectations. Your home sale is a time consuming, effort related, difficult task. Maximize your profit by utilizing a experienced real estate investment professional.

Charles Stallions

How to Get Every Dollar You Deserve....

Charles Stallions Real Estate 800-309-3414 Pensacola, Fl. — Sat, 05 Dec 2009 07:24:08 -0600

By Getting the Full Value of Your House!

The ability to reap additional profits on the sale of your home can be accomplished easily enough if you make the right improvements. Many changes can provide the prospective buyer with enhanced feelings about your home. Feelings of more space, more light, more rooms, more closet space, greater privacy, warmth and security. Basic, simple and inexpensive improvements can provide an improved emotional response in a potential buyer.

An example could be something as small as a crack in the paint on a wall. Simply by applying some plaster and touch up paint, you eliminated what may be an unstated concern that your home was poorly maintained. Though the feeling may be unconscious, it's just as important that the potential buyer feel an overall desire for your home. If you are working with a small budget these simple techniques will work absolute wonders:

The Magic of Mirrors!

Mirrors can provide a greater sense of space and elegance when properly placed. Be careful not to overdo it, but when placed properly throughout your home, each area will seem larger to the potential home buyer. Try looking in your attic or basement for any old mirrors, but be sure they have a nice frame or at least give the frame a new coat of paint. You may also want to visit a local flea market or garage sale, you can almost always get a great deal on an old mirror or two. Putting one foot square mirrors on a closet door in the master bedroom is always an attractive touch.

Adding Additional Closet Space

One of the biggest complaints heard from potential buyers is that there just isn't enough closet space! Simply purchasing an inexpensive closet organizer and installing it in any or all of your closets can make all the difference. You can also try putting a rod across one corner of a bedroom for hanging clothes. Also you could try hanging a screen made from a variety of materials. The screen could match the material of the bedspread, drapes etc. The idea here is to be creative so that the "fake closet" looks as though it was a part of the room.

Make a Bare Wall Beautiful

Wallpaper is inexpensive, quick and easy to do! The right wallpaper can brighten the room or hallway and bring it back to life. Be careful to choose something with a neutral design or pattern, remember you're trying to move out.

Bring Old Floors Back to Life!

Nothing turns off a potential buyer quicker than dull, dingy, disgusting looking floors. Whether you have wax, wooden or tiled floors do whatever you can to make them shine again! For wax floors, either rent a floor machine and do it yourself or, if it's in your budget, hire a professional. Have a professional give you an estimate and explain exactly what they would do to bring your floors back to life. If you have them explain what they would do, it may be just as easy to do it yourself. If you have carpeted floors you should either have the carpet steam cleaned or install new carpeting. This may sound expensive but new carpeting can add thousands of dollars to the value of your home.

Add Attractive Plants

Having plants in the house is not only healthy for you but you create a warm feeling with them. Many indoor plants are far less expensive then you might imagine. Attractive pots such as ceramic, brass or even designer plastic will add a designer flair to your home. Hanging plants such as Boston ferns are inexpensive, easy to care for and would go great in your new home wherever you move.

Adding a Room Without Calling in the Contractor!

This simple but seldom used technique, can give a buyer the feeling there are more actual rooms in your house. Floor to ceiling room dividers are inexpensive and simple to install. When a buyer walks through your home, they will generally count the rooms in a subconscious manner. Each room will present an emotional response as they walk through your home. By dividing and designing each side of your room, you create a " separate room" feeling in the potential buyer. It may sound crazy but it works!

Clean Up the Bathroom

We've probably all heard that phrase a hundred times growing up as children! Well guess what? It's still valid. Give your bathroom a face-lift if needed: fresh paint, decorative moldings, tile grout, new designer faucets are allattractive eye catchers.

What is That Smell?

Though people don't like to admit it, everyone's home has a certain smell to it. We just never notice it because we live with it day in, day out. Strategically placing fresh scent devices throughout the home will be pleasant to the nose of any potential buyer. As a matter of fact, an old Realtor trick is to pop some cinnamon rolls in an oven 5 minutes before a showing. I bet you thought all Realtors just had a sweet-tooth!

Charles Stallions

We will Sell Your Home at the Highest Possible Price by avoiding a few simple rules

Charles Stallions Real Estate 800-309-3414 Pensacola, Fl. — Sat, 05 Dec 2009 06:43:28 -0600

Distress Selling: At times, selling quickly is unavoidable. That's when knowing the right techniques to sell your homewithout looking desperate and making yourself a target for low bidders really pays off. Know all there is to know about the market before listing and work hand in hand with the right real estate professional. Ensure that you are not settling for the first offer through the door.
Best Home in the Neighborhood: Your home is one of your most personal possessions. Don't be blind to flaws and needed cosmetic improvements. This will cause overvaluing of the home, hurting it's chances to be sold. Listing with the right agent gives you a well informed third eye that will help you price your home at a fair market price.
Limited Home Viewing: Buyers want to view a home on their own time schedule. Unfortunately their time schedule does not always coincide with your time schedule. Leave a lockbox or key with your agent so your home can be shown when you are not around. You never know if the one who got away was your buyer.
Restrain Emotional Decisions: Don't allow a few hundred dollarsto ruin a sale. That money will mean very little to you in the long run. Take a look at the big picture and react rationally. Use sound business judgment!
Make Cosmetic Improvements: Prospects make up their minds within the first twenty minutes. First impressions can make all the difference in selling your home. Spending $1,200 on new carpet might add another $4,000 to the price of your home. Get an objective point of view from your real estate professional. They can provide you with a list of items that will maximize the profit of your home sale.
Disclose Property Flaws: Property disclosure laws require sellers to list any flaws required by your state. If you are unaware of flaws or attempt to cover them up, you risk losing the sale and finding yourself in court. Get professional assistance from your agent who can introduce you to qualified inspectors and ensure the smooth sale of your home.
For Sale By Owner: Most homeowners who decide to sell their own home do so because they believe they can save the commission paid to the real estate agent. Everything has a price and selling a home carries a high one. The enormous amount of time and effort required to sell a home often surprises the "For Sale By Owner." Furthermore, many costly mistakes can be avoided with the right guidance.
Refusing to Trust Your Agent: Would you tell a physician that you've decided to run your own tests and come to your own diagnosis? By choosing the right Realtor, you can relax and trust their judgment. The right agent is a valuable team member who will protect your best interests and make your sale as profitable as possible.
Know Your Market: Most homes that do not sell in their first listing period are priced too high. Conversely, most homes that sell quickly are priced too low and cheat the homeowner out of profits. You need to understand the market and evaluate the value of your home based on fact, not gut instinct or conventional wisdom. A professional agent knows the market, just as you know the market for your business.
Choosing a Realtor Based on Personal Relationships: Home sellers often pick a friend or family member as their agent. Choose an agent with a strong track record and aggressive Marketing Plan. A top producer knows the market well and can generate many buyers. Selling your home is one of the most important decisions you'll ever make! Base it on good, sound business sense and the rewards will add up.

Charles Stallions

Bad Excuses for the Control Freak Investor

Charles Stallions Real Estate 800-309-3414 Pensacola, Fl. — Fri, 04 Dec 2009 22:48:49 -0600

Via Jason Hartman (Platinum Properties Investor Network):

You got into real estate investing in the first place so you would have more time for yourself, right? So why are you running yourself ragged trying to manage all your properties? It doesn't make any sense. We understand there are a certain number of legitimate control freaks out there but think of how you might spend your time differently if you learned the critical lesson of delegation to an assistant or property manager.

Write that long overdue novel.

Be a parent or grand-parent.

Spend a month in the Bahamas.

These are just a few ideas. We're sure you can think of more on your own. One excuse often offered is "The cash flow doesn't justify it yet." Oh, really? Your investment cash flow doesn't justify hiring someone at $8 an hour to come in for 2-3 hours per week to do the grunt work of processing the necessary paperwork to keep your rental properties above the law?

Come on! That's twenty-five bucks a week. You can swing that much. Give up your morning stop at Starbucks and think of the peace of mind you'll gain. And you already have a property manager, don't you? Don't even get me started on that. Without a property manager, you are literally taking years off your life.

I have many more real estate investing insights coming your way! You can find out more by signing up for my free CD at http://www.jasonhartman.com/freecd/.

Charles Stallions

How NOT to Price Your Home

Charles Stallions Real Estate 800-309-3414 Pensacola, Fl. — Fri, 04 Dec 2009 22:44:44 -0600

Here is a no brainer, although this is the new math, trust me it doesn't work. Listing with the agent that tells you they can get so and so for you house, make them show you the numbers and how they arrived at that price.

Via J. Philip Real Estate LLC Briarcliff Manor, NY:

How not to price your home:

Take your mortgage balance.

Add your credit cards.

Throw in your cars.

Add a generous portion of all the money you borrowed from relatives.

Pile on your down payment for that other house you have your eye on.

Last but not least, give yourself an extra 50 grand just for being you.

Get a blank look on your face when you are told that the buying public doesn't care what you owe.

Wait.

Wait some more.

Decide you'll stay after all.

Here's a better plan:

Find out what homes like your have sold for in the past 90 days

Price the house at that number or 5% less.

As my son's teacher says "you get what you get and you don't get upset."

Pack your bags.

The buying public is utterly ambivalent about what you owe to whom as it relates to pricing your property. They only care about their own needs. What you need isn't on their radar, and if you aren't priced in line with the current perception of value, your listing will get stale and sit unsold for months as you chase the market.

Chasing the market is always being one price point behind what the public is willing to pay. You enter the market at $599,000 when you really ought to be at $549,900. You lower to $575 when the market for the house is $525,000. By the time you hit $499,000, it could be a year later and the public isn't willing to pay more than $450,000. Each price drop seems harsh, but your real enemy was starting out too high.

Sellers are in a war of attrition with buyers who lurk before they call, call before they look, and look at everything before they buy. You won't get a call, look or offer until your price conforms to what the public deems fair. The only offers overpriced homes get is low ball offers from bold types who wouldn't pay as much as fair minded people would on a fairly priced home. The only way to win the battle is to price as aggressively as possible and not allow your ego or personal preferences to cloud your objectivity.

Easier said than done!

J. Philip Faranda, Broker-owner, J. Philip Real Estate, LLC. 2010 Vice President, Westchester Putnam MLS. Read my short sale bog here. J. Philip Serves Briarcliff Manor, Ossining, Croton, the River Towns, Westchester County, and the bedroom counties of New York City.

Subscribe to the 40 Somethings Group. Reach Phil at (914) 723-8900.

Charles Stallions

Avoid Mistakes That Could Cost You Thousands in Pensacola, Pace and Gulf Breeze Florida

Charles Stallions Real Estate 800-309-3414 Pensacola, Fl. — Fri, 04 Dec 2009 22:13:32 -0600

Refusing to Make Profit Inducing Repairs
It always costs you more money to sell 'as is' than to make repairs that will increase the value of your home. Even minor improvements will often yield as much as three to five times the repair cost at the time of sale. Your agent will be able to point out what repairs will significantly increase the value of your home. Seemingly small fix up jobs can have quite an impact.
Not Considering Other Financing Terms
Cash is not always the most advantageous transaction. Income level, tax benefits and current legislation are all critical factors when considering purchase terms. Professional Real Estate Investors are experts at home transactions and can lead you down the path that will give you the highest yield.
Provide Easy Access for Showings
Accessibility is a major key to profitability. Appointment-only showings are the most restrictive, while a lock box is the least. However there are certain considerations to take into account: your lifestyle, time frame for the desired sale and the relationship with the person representing your interests. The more accessible your home is, the better the odds of finding a person willing to pay your asking price. You never know if the one that couldn't get a viewing was the one that got away. By developing a trusting relationship with an investor, he or she will show the home with your best interests in mind.
Priced Too Low/Priced Too High
One critical reason to find an experienced professional real estate investment professional is to make sure the property is priced appropriately for a timely and profitable sale. If the property is priced too high it will sit and develop the identity of a problem property. If it's priced too low it could cost you considerable profits. The real estate market has subtle nuances and market changes that should be re-evaluated by your representaive every 10-14 days to help you maximize your return.
Relying Solely on Traditional Methods To Sell Your Home
The real estate professional who is innovative and willing to offer new strategies of attracting home buyers will always outperform those who rely on traditional methods. Demand around the clock advertising exposure, innovative lead generation methods and lead accountability. These services exist and should be offered on your home sale.
Market Timing/Seasonal Selling
Just as a broker who continually follows the trends of a stock, your real estate professional continually follows trends of your home market. They will know if the market cycle is poised to net you the most money. Avoid believing that property sales are seasonal.. property is always selling.
Refusing to Make Cosmetic Changes
The prospective home buyer's first impression is the most important. Hundreds ordf thousands of home sales have been lost to unkempt lawns, cluttered rooms, bad stains, unpleasant odors... all the seemingly little things. Imagine you were the home buyer and clean your place from top to bottom... military style.
Wasting Time With An Unqualified Prospect
Your representative's responsibility is to screen a prospect's qualifications before valuable time is lost. Be sure to align yourself with the right professional and eliminate negotiating with unqualified prospects.
Don't Test The Market
Never put your property on line to sell unless you are serious. The right professional will find you buyers and if you are harboring indecision... you will blow the sale.
Believing You are Powerless to Make a Difference
Be a part of the team! Take an active role with your real estate professional to see what you can do to facilitate your sale. Networking with professional peers and personal friends often results in the sale of a home. It's surprising how many homes are sold this way.
Believing All Realtors, Brokers & Others are the Same
With all the intricate details and critical decisions to be made concerning your home sale, should you rely on anyone but an experienced real estate investment professional? Many friends and family members have been estranged as a result of failing to meet expectations. Your home sale is a time consuming, effort related, difficult task. Maximize your profit by utilizing a experienced real estate investment professional.

Charles Stallions

Build Your Savings with Real Estate Investing

Charles Stallions Real Estate 800-309-3414 Pensacola, Fl. — Fri, 04 Dec 2009 22:06:48 -0600

From Kiddie Condos to rentals to apartment complexes, I can make you the next millionaire in Pensacola, Pace or Gulf Breeze Florida. Give me a call and make me prove it.

Via Mike Whitesides (Market Edge Real Estate):

Build Your Savings with Real Estate Investing - Buying a home doesn’t always mean just finding a place for you to live. Investing in real estate can be a great way to build your savings.

The most obvious way is to improve and maintain the home you own now. The more improvements you put into your home, the more it is worth when it does come time to sell your home.

For more ambitious real estate investing, a real estate agent can be a valuable asset. Owning multiple properties can get tiring, but an agent can help you broker sales and keep track of what the market is doing.

There are plenty of great investment properties in Logan, Utah. I can help you find real estate that will build worth over time and that worth can equate to thousands of dollars for you! Call me today at (435) 757-5533 or visit my interactive website www.LoganHomeFinder.com.

Mike Whitesides, Realtor, Market Edge Real Estate, Logan, Utah (435) 757-5533.

Charles Stallions

Falling behind? Take action before your creditors do!

Charles Stallions Real Estate 800-309-3414 Pensacola, Fl. — Thu, 03 Dec 2009 12:55:58 -0600

Pensacola, Florida: My best of the best series of articles on different real estate topics beneficial to Pensacola Investors, Landlords, Tenants, buyers, sellers in Pensacola, Pace and Gulf Breeze, Florida. This weeks subject is on REO owned, Foreclosures and Short Sales. I hope you find this series to be educational as well as informative. Call me to discuss your options whether buying or interested in selling on the short side I can help. Charles Stallions 800-309-3414 or E-mail charles@charlesstallions.com or to view short sales and foreclosures in Pensacola, Pace or Gulf Breeze, Florida Click Here.

$8000. Tax Credit

Via Minna Reid (Nationwide Realty):

A lot of my clients have more than just house debt...usually they also have credit card and other debt to add to the mix.

Once you start borrowing from one to pay the other, or keeping some up at the expense of the others, it's time to start considering your options and fast.

If you're falling behind on your home or not paying other creditors to pay for the home, it is only a matter of time before you start having collection problems.

I cannot stress enough that when you see or even foresee this happening, please GET HELP RIGHT AWAY. If you feel you will inevitably lose your house or are even considering a short sale, call a local experienced short sale agent right away.

With the right agent, your short sale is likely to be successfull. However the less liens there are, the higher the chance of success. When you stop paying a creditor - say a credit card - the account will eventually go to collections. You will likely be sued for a judgement and if you own anything (including an overleveraged home) the creditors will attach a lien to the home. This means that in order to sell your home, any and all liens will have to be dealt with.

As a short sale agent I deal with lienholders on a daily basis. First mortgage lienholders are generally the easiest to deal with. Second mortgages run right behind.

The VERY WORST lienholders to deal with are non mortgage collectors. If anyone will block your short sale from happening, it will be collectors like this one. The good news is, they usually need some time to sue you and place their liens, but once they do your chances of successfully avoiding foreclosure by selling short decrease significantly.

Time is not your friend here. I have seen too many people bury their head in the sand and ignore the situation for so long they have missed their opportunity to get help, or waited so long that they faced almost certain foreclosure. The very best action you can take if you see a short sale in your future is to GET STARTED RIGHT AWAY.

10 signs you need a short sale

Minna Reid

CT REALTOR®; Short Sale Specialist

Charles Stallions

If you have Flaunt it, why hide such great attributes.

Charles Stallions Real Estate 800-309-3414 Pensacola, Fl. — Thu, 03 Dec 2009 11:47:47 -0600

When selling your home make sure your home is in order. De-clutter is a biggey, but be sure to show off the attributes as well. When I have a home I enjoy finding the best features such as a hot water heater on a timer, lazy susan, all sorts of built ins and every extra size rooms and I put little post it notes bringing these things to the buyers attention.

Attic

Check underside of roof for leaks, stains or dampness

Look around chimney for condensation or signs of water

Clean and clear ventilation openings if necessary

Clean out stored junk

Walls and Ceilings

Check condition of paint and wallpaper

Repair cracks, holes or damage to plaster or wallboard

Windows and Doors

Check for smooth operation

Replace broken or cracked panes

Repair glazing

Check condition of weather stripping and caulking

Examine paint

Test doorbell or chimes

Test security system

Wash windows and woodwork, if necessary

Floors

Inspect for creaking boards, loose or missing tiles, worn areas

Check baseboards and moldings

Test the staircases for loose handrails, posts or treads

Bathrooms

Check tile joints, grouting and caulking

Remove mildew

Repair leaking faucets and shower heads

Check the condition of painted or papered walls

Test operation of toilet

Kitchen

Wash all appliances

Clean ventilator or exhaust fan

Remove accumulation of grease or dust from tiles, walls and floors

Basement

Remove clutter

Check for signs of dampness, cracked walls or damaged floors

Inspect structural beams

Check pipes for leaks

Electrical System

Check exposed wiring and outlets for signs of wear or damage

Repair broken switches and outlets

Label each circuit or fuse

Plumbing System

Check water pressure when taps in bathroom(s) and kitchen are turned on

Look for leaks at faucets and sink traps

Clear slow-running or clogged drains

Bleed air off radiators if needed, and check for leaking valves

Heating and Cooling Systems

Change or clean furnace and air-conditioning filters

Have equipment serviced, if needed

Clear and clean area around heating and cooling equipment

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Looking for a home to rent, sell or buy in Pensacola, Pace or Gulf Breeze Florida then this site was designed with you in mind. E-mail charles@charlesstallions.com for a complete list of foreclosures, short sales, homes for sale or for rent in Pensacola, Pace or Gulf Breeze Florida area. Charles Stallions Real Estate Services located at 139 East Burgess Rd. Pensacola, Florida 32503 has a 6 member team, including experts on Loan Modifications, a Certified Residential Specialist,a Distressed Property Specialist with over fourteen years in real estate dealing in foreclosures, first time home buyer programs and investor sales. We offer full time, full service Property Management in Pensacola, Pace or Gulf Breeze Florida.Click here to view Homes for sale in Pensacola Florida or search pensacolamls for new homes on the market.

Flat Fee of $2995 to SELL or MLS $1495 + 3 %

We offer Property Management for $50. flat fee monthly

Call Now 800-309-3414 for over the phone evaluation and NO Obligation

Charles Stallions

Pricing your home and getting it right the first time in Pensacola, Florida

Charles Stallions Real Estate 800-309-3414 Pensacola, Fl. — Thu, 03 Dec 2009 10:08:56 -0600

As you interview REALTORS^®, they may suggest a listing price on your home. Only you can decide what price to set, but you want it to be realistic. The listing price is critical. Set it too high, and you may not find a buyer. Set it too low and you cheat yourself out of money. NEVER GO WITH THE HIGHEST BIDDER AND ALWAYS ASK HOW DID THEY ARRIVE AT THE PRICE AND VERIFY IT.

Appraisal
Regardless of what you originally paid for your home and the cost of improvements you have made, the price your home can command is what the market will bear at the time you decide to sell it. You may consider hiring an independent real estate appraiser. An appraiser has specialized training and experience. Don't rely on assessed valuations made for tax purposes. Such valuations may not be reliable indicators of value as these valuations are made by mass appraisal techniques.

Comparative market analysis
Whether or not you get an appraisal, a REALTOR^® can develop a comparative market analysis. This analysis will describe homes in your area that have recently withdrawn from the market. The analysis may compare specific features of your home to others - the value of a corner lot, a city view, or an extra bedroom, for example. The analysis may also point out market fluctuations caused by the opening of a new school or business, for example, as well as long-term trends.

If you do not have a good idea, based on reliable data, of what the price your home can generate, you may decide to set a higher price thinking that if it doesn't sell at first, you can come down. However, if you set it too high, you may keep away buyers who are looking at comparable homes with lower prices. Lowering the price later sometimes gives your home a negative image. On the other hand, you don't want to set the price too low. You may be tempted to set a low price because you feel the pressure of transferring to another town, or you're afraid that your worn carpet will turn away buyers. Be realistic and get advice from your REALTORS^®.

Net proceeds
Once you've decided on a price range, the REALTOR^® may help you calculate an estimated amount you might net from the sale. If you have owned your home for several years, you may have built up a sizable equity. Equity is the difference between the value of your home and the balance on your mortgage After subtracting what you owe on your mortgage, ask your REALTOR^® what costs you will incur in closing. These may include title fees, taxes, a penalty for prepaying your mortgage, brokerage commission, attorney fees, and charges for preparing and recording documents. Finally ask your tax adviser or attorney about the tax implications of your proposed sale. You can look in the yellow pages and call a local title company that can help you with these numbers or save time and call me.

Charles Stallions, CRS, CSP, CBR, CDPS, - 800-309-3414, a leader in real estate investing, buying and selling. Lead Real Estate negotiator for several investment clubs as well as investors throughout the US. Call Charles for a list of references before buying or selling you what some consider being their largest investment.

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THOUSANDS OF HOMES.... One Address www.charlesstallions.com

Pensacola, Pace and Gulf Breeze Homes for sale

Looking for a home to rent, sell or buy in Pensacola, Pace or Gulf Breeze Florida then this site was designed with you in mind. E-mail charles@charlesstallions.com for a complete list of foreclosures, short sales, homes for sale or for rent in Pensacola, Pace or Gulf Breeze Florida area. Charles Stallions Real Estate Services located at 139 East Burgess Rd. Pensacola, Florida 32503 has a 6 member team, including experts on Loan Modifications, a Certified Residential Specialist,a Distressed Property Specialist with over fourteen years in real estate dealing in foreclosures, first time home buyer programs and investor sales. We offer full time, full service Property Management in Pensacola, Pace or Gulf Breeze Florida.Click here to view Homes for sale in Pensacola Florida or search pensacolamls for new homes on the market.

Flat Fee of $2995 to SELL or MLS $1495 + 3 %

We offer Property Management for $50. flat fee monthly

Call Now 800-309-3414 for over the phone evaluation and NO Obligation

Charles Stallions