florida realtor: Florida Nature - Busy Bees Buzzing
- 10/30/11 11:15 AM
Florida Nature - Busy Bees Buzzing While people up north are struggling through their first winter storm, it was another warm day here in central Florida. I was sitting outside enjoying a little sunshine and watched these busy bees buzzing around the flowers of my agave plant again today. Some of them fully disappeared in the flowers and others carried a heavy load of pollen.
Come Fall and Winter, our area around Spring Hill and Hernando Beach, Florida is a popular destination not only for busy bees but also for "snow birds" who have begun to flock to warmer weather for the … (40 comments)
florida realtor: Great American REALTOR Days are here again!
- 04/11/11 01:10 PM
Great American REALTOR Days are here again! April 12th and 13th, 2011 are Great American REALTOR Days! Florida REALTORS from across the State will travel to the capitol, Tallahassee, to sit in on legislative sessions and meet with the representatives for their regions. REALTORS will bring with them a laundry list of issues that are of concern such as property taxes and insurance, legislation of septic tank inspections, affordable housing questions, sinkhole issues and more. The first time I attended Great American REALTOR days in Tallahassee was in 2007. It was amazing to see so many people swarming the halls and courtyards of … (8 comments)
florida realtor: More Snow for Boston... New York...? Florida Weather is the Best!
- 03/23/11 03:13 PM
More Snow for Boston... New York...? Florida Weather is the Best! It's almost the end of March and the calendar says "Spring" but Boston and New York are down into the 30s again and there may be snow on the way tonight and tomorrow... No wonder that snowbirds are not in a big hurry to go back up North. Recent weeks have seen an increase in showing activity and calls from prospective buyers looking to find a permanent home in Florida! Why shovel snow when you can shovel sand? Inventory of homes for sale is good, properties are offered at much lower … (17 comments)
florida realtor: When You have to Go, You have to Go... A Real Estate Anecdote
- 01/17/11 01:45 AM
When You have to Go, You have to Go... A Real Estate Anecdote We all have them, the funny little episodes that happen in the course of our days in real estate. This is just one story in a series of real estate stories that have happened.
When You have to Go, You have to Go... People think that Realtors know about real estate and houses and short sales and that we know how to fill in the blanks and collect checks. Little do they know that Realtors have to be skilled in improvisation. Picture a family with three little children looking … (17 comments)
florida realtor: Turn Right at the Palm Tree... A Real Estate Anecdote
- 01/12/11 10:57 PM
Turn Right at the Palm Tree... A Real Estate Anecdote We all have them, the funny little episodes that happen in the course of our days in real estate. This is just one story in a series of real estate stories that have happened. Turn Right at the Palm Tree While driving around with my customer showing homes, we were talking about driving directions. You see, I don't use a GPS in my own areas because I typically drive differently than the GPS system wants me to anyway causing it to recalculate the route constantly. So, we were talking generally about directions and the … (14 comments)
florida realtor: "Stalked"... A Real Estate Anecdote
- 01/11/11 11:47 PM
"Stalked"... A Real Estate Anecdote We all have them, the funny little episodes that happen in the course of our days in real estate. This is just one story in a series of real estate stories that have happened.
Stalked One of my first open houses I conducted after becoming a real estate agent was in a gated community. I had to stop at half a dozen crossroads and intersections to put out signs. After two or three, I noticed I was being followed. It was a bit strange but I continued anyway. The car followed me all the way … (12 comments)
florida realtor: Surprise from Above... A Real Estate Anecdote
- 01/11/11 01:15 AM
Surprise from Above... A Real Estate Anecdote We all have them, the funny little episodes that happen in the course of our days in real estate. This is just one story in a series of real estate stories that have happened.
Surprise from Above It never fails but people love to look into attics. I'm not sure what the fascination is as there is usually not much to see. Of course, I always recommend buyers hire a home inspector who would check out the attic for them. Here in Florida, usually there is an attic access in the ceiling of the garage. You pull … (9 comments)
florida realtor: Foto Friday: Black Racer and Rope
- 07/24/09 07:54 AM
Florida wildlife includes a variety of snake species, the majority of them harmless to humans. Even living along the water, we do get the occasional snake passing through our yards. I had just commented to my husband a few days ago that I hadn't really seen any snakes this year like we had in the previous years. Lo and behold, within a couple of days, this black racer showed up on our back patio. I guess he was trying to make friends with this rope laying around. I tried to get a littly closer but he didn't like that and took off … (17 comments)
For the third year in a row, members of the Spring Hill Rotary Club participated as one of the many teams in this non-competitive bowling fundraiser event. After three years of "practice" - none of the team members bowl regularly and in fact, most bowl only once a year during this event - we did quite well! Most of all, we had lots of fun! The Spring Hill Rotary Club meets for breakfast every Thursday at I-Hop on US 19. Meetings … (2 comments)
florida realtor: Waterfront Vacant Land Market Report: Hernando Beach, Florida
- 07/05/09 08:27 AM
Vacant land sales in the waterfront community of Hernando Beach, Florida, haven't been exactly booming in the last couple of years; however, since the beginning of 2009 here too, the market has finally seen more activity and sales. There are currently 132 vacant lots available for sale in Hernando Beach ranging from $35,000 to $700,000 for a property with frontage on the Gulf of Mexico. Average list price is $160,905 and median list price is $141,200. One property is currently under contract. Offered as a short sale with a list price of $150,000, it is a 7000 sf lot with seawall … (3 comments)
florida realtor: June 2009 Real Estate Market Report: Hernando Beach, Florida
- 07/05/09 07:51 AM
Closed home sale transactions in the waterfront community of Hernando Beach, Florida, decreased slightly but remained steady in June 2009. Active listings also decreased with median list prices remaining stable and average prices slightly decreasing due to price reductions in the upper list price ranges. Not surprisingly in the current market, the majority of properties sold in June were short sales or bank-owned properties as are those that are currently under contract. Hernando Beach is residential boating and fishing community offering a wide range of home styles along saltwater and freshwater canals as well as homes with frontage on the Gulf … (0 comments)
florida realtor: June 2009 Real Estate Market Report: Timber Pines, Spring Hill, FL
- 07/05/09 07:07 AM
Timber Pines sales for single family homes and villas decreased again in June over those for the previous month. Sales price range for single family homes increased but decreased for villas. Median and average price levels responded accordingly with those for single family homes increasing and those for the villas decreasing. However, as in the previous month, the total number of homes under contract remained stable and marketing time for sold properties decreased. Overall inventory also slightly decreased with a total of 167 active listings. Timber Pines is a 55+ Country Club community offering an active life style with several golf courses, … (0 comments)
florida realtor: June 2009 Real Estate Market Report: Glen Lakes, Weeki Wachee, Spring Hill, FL
- 07/05/09 06:35 AM
Glen Lakes is an upscale Country Club Community located on the west coast of Central Florida just north of Tampa and west of Orlando. This gated community offers 24-hour security, an elegant clubhouse with restaurant, fitness facilities, tennis courts, a beautiful community pool, and more. Glen Lakes offers homes in a variety of styles and sizes many with golf course frontage or beautiful lake views. Home inventory in Glen Lakes remained stable this last month and list price range remained the same. However, average and median price ranges both decreased, with median list price being 12% and average list price being 7.5% below those in … (0 comments)
florida realtor: Hernando County Real Estate Market Report: June 2009
- 07/05/09 05:31 AM
Home inventory decreased again in Hernando County. Closed home sale transactions in Hernando County took a small dip in June and were down about 9% over those from May. Yet, number of homes under contract increased over those in May. Of the homes sold in June, 20 were short sales and 64 were REO properties. Of the homes currently under contract, nearly 60% are either offered through short sales or are bank-owned properties. Sales price range expanded in both directions; however, median and average prices remained under pressure and decreased over May data. Inventory of Vacant land has also dropped. However, after the "land rush" in May, … (0 comments)
florida realtor: Facts about the First-Time Homebuyer's Tax Credit Program!
- 07/05/09 03:14 AM
There is much talk and even more questions about the first time homebuyers tax credit program. As part of the stimulus plan, Congress passed legislation earlier this year to grant tax credits up to $8000 to first-time homebuyers: 10% tax credit on the purchase price of a home not to exceed $8000. For example, a homebuyer who purchased a home for $69,000 will receive a $6,900 refund, a buyer who purchased a home for $100,000 will receive a $8,000 refund. Any type of home will qualify, i.e. single family, condos, townhomes, as long as they are being used as a primary … (0 comments)
florida realtor: Happy 4th of July from High Point, Spring Hill, FL
- 07/04/09 05:23 AM
Here is a community that has the spirit and knows how to put on a Independence Day celebration! For the third year in a row, I was able to participate in the High Point 4th of July parade - this year as a driver. The posting of the colors was conducted by members of the American Legion. The crowd gathered in the community center for good old fashioned hot dogs, cookies, cupcakes, and the singing of patriot songs! Happy 4th of July!
--- High Point is an active, age-restricted, gated community offering affordable living. Amenities include … (3 comments)
florida realtor: Hernando Beach, Florida: Market Report for May 2009
- 06/03/09 11:03 AM
Sales activity in the waterfront community of Hernando Beach, Florida, saw another increase in May 2009. Both the number of sold properties and pending and contingent transactions increased over those in April. Median and average prices also went higher. All in all it seems that an encouraging trend that began earlier this year is continuing although many sales are still driven by low-priced short sale and foreclosure properties. Active Listings: 85 Price Range: $65,000 - $899,000 (whereas the lowest priced home is not a waterfront home but is located just one block away from the public ramp and the highest priced home is located in a Gulf … (2 comments)
If you are looking for waterfront property for personal or investment in Hernando and Pasco Counties including the communities of Hernando Beach, Weeki Wachee, Pine Island, and Hudson Beach and want to work with a local Realtor who knows these areas, please contact me. Let me help you find your place in the Sun! … (12 comments)
florida realtor: Club Chaos Eye Candy: LANDMARKS - Bayport, Florida - The Landmark that Was
- 05/03/09 08:51 AM
Bayport, Florida - The Landmark that Was Bayport in Hernando County, Florida, is located where the Weeki Wachee River enters the Gulf of Mexico. At first glance, Bayport appears as a sleepy little village with just a few inhabitants and a waterfront park that attracts boaters, fishermen, and sightseers. Yet, the casual visitor would be surprised to learn of Bayports historical signficance to the area.
In its early days, Bayport was known as a port of commerce that developed in the 1850s as a port for the cotton trade. The site also played a role in the American Civil War when Union … (15 comments)
florida realtor: Waterfront Living in Idle Speed!
- 04/01/09 09:46 AM
If you are looking for waterfront property for personal or investment in Hernando and Pasco Counties including the communities of Hernando Beach, Weeki Wachee, and Hudson Beach and want to work with a local Realtor who knows these areas, please contact me. Let me help you find your place in the Sun! … (3 comments)
Professional real estate service above and beyond expectations in Hernando County, Spring Hill, Brooksville, Hernando Beach, Weeki Wachee, and the Greater Tampa Bay area. Waterfront and Golf Course properties. Florida Immobilien und US Anlagen.
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