Eagle Harbor FL Homes for Sale January 31, 2010 (Fleming Island Florida) - 01/31/10 10:56 PM
Eagle Harbor FL Homes for Sale
93 Active
8 Short Sale
3 Bank Owned
12% of all Eagle Harbor FL homes for sale are Short Sales.
The market trends are somewhat down from the from the Eagle Harbor FL Homes for Sale July 4 Market Report, which listed 97 homes for sale and 15% were short sales. Active homes for sale in Eagle Harbor are down by about 4%.
99 homes have sold in Eagle Harbor since 1/31/09. This means we have about an 11 month supply of homes for sale if no other homes come on the market. The best … (6 comments)
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Eagle Harbor FL Out Ranks Other Planned Communities in the Jacksonville FL Area - 01/31/10 10:18 PM
Eagle Harbor FL Out Ranks Other Planned Communities in the Jacksonville FL Area Last week when I was doing my weekly Market Report for Eagle Harbor and other communities on Fleming Island, I wanted to find out how Eagle Harbor ranked with other planned communities in our area. I know how it compares to Fleming Island Plantation, but what about Oakleaf, Julington Creek, or even Palencia? The answer: Eagle Harbor has the lowest percentage of Active single family home distressed property sales (short sales and bank owned) of any of the Master Planned Communities in the entire Jacksonville area that were … (2 comments)
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Wordless Wednesday - Take Me Away - 01/28/10 11:19 PM
TAKE ME AWAY
Shot during our cruise to the Panama Canal. Our son asked me to take photos of water. This was taken from our Veranda one morning. It is the Wallpaper on my computer and I never grow tired of it. Just one look and it takes me away to serenity, peace, and relaxation.
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FLEMING ISLAND FL RESIDENTS - YOUR CELL PHONE NUMBERS GO PUBLIC THIS MONTH! - 01/28/10 09:51 PM
Fleming Island FL Residents, Your Cell Phone Numbers Go Public This Month!
This is not a hoax. Check out the web site below.
REMEMBER: Cell Phone Numbers Go Public this month.
REMINDER..... all cell phone numbers are being released to telemarketing companies and you will start to receive sales calls. .... YOU WILL BE CHARGED FOR THESE CALLSTo prevent this, call the following number from your cell phone: 888-382-1222.
It is the National DO NOT CALL list. It will only take a minute of your time.. It blocks your number for five (5) years. You must call from the cell phone number … (5 comments)
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Trade-Up Home Buying: Nine Points About Financing Every Real Estate Agent And Buyer Must Know - 01/28/10 02:11 PM
This is a very informative post for move-up or trade-up buyers to consider. It is current information and especially relevant if buyers are relying on the sale of their existing home to purchase a new home.
Via Phil Caulfield Jumbo Loan California DRE #01030082 (RMC Real Estate Loans - Jumbo, Construction, Private Money):
Trade-up home buying has a different set of issues to conquer than the first-time home buying process. The first-time home buying process is about education. The first-time home buyer is figuratively diving into the water for the first time. Whether they make a beautiful swan dive or belly flop depends … (3 comments)
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What happens when a lender can’t produce the original note? - 01/26/10 11:07 PM
Here is the most thorough explanation I have read to date concerning the issues surrounding lenders producing the original note when a property is in short sale or foreclosure.
Via Rick Misitano (Law Offices of James M. Bosco & Associates):
A growing number of homeowners around the country are using a foreclosure defense that may help them retain their homes. It’s called “Produce the Note” (as also being jointly advocated by The Consumer Warning Network) and we want you to know this is not a mere technicality that should be treated lightly by the lender or by the Court. Everyone needs to understand … (7 comments)
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Fleming Island Plantation Homes for Sale January 24, 2010 (Fleming Island Florida) - 01/24/10 10:19 PM
Fleming Island Plantation Homes for Sale - Fleming Island Florida
39 Active
6 Short Sales
8 Bank Owned
36% of all homes for sale in Fleming Island Plantation are Short Sales or Bank Owned.
52 homes have sold since 1/24/09, so there is about a 9 month inventory of homes for sale in Fleming Island Plantation.
The best homes at the best price will sell.
Currently there are 8 Contracts Pending. 7 of them are Distressed Sales (Short Sales or Bank Owned), or 99%. All but one are under $300,000.
Fleming Island Plantation has many amenities, including an 18-hole … (1 comments)
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Eagle Harbor FL Homes for Sale January 24, 2010 (Fleming Island Florida) - 01/24/10 09:59 PM
Eagle Harbor FL Homes for Sale
84 Active
9 Short Sale
3 Bank Owned
17% of all Eagle Harbor FL homes for sale are Short Sales.
The market trends are somewhat down from the from the Eagle Harbor FL Homes for Sale July 4 Market Report, which listed 97 homes for sale and 15% were short sales. Active homes for sale in Eagle Harbor are down by about 14%.
96 homes have sold in Eagle Harbor since 1/24/09. This means we have about a 10.5 month supply of homes for sale if no other homes come on the market. The best … (1 comments)
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Fleming Island Homes for Sale January 24, 2010 (Fleming Island Florida) - 01/24/10 09:31 PM
Fleming Island Homes for Sale January 24, 2010 (Fleming Island Florida) Fleming Island boasts many beautiful communities, including Eagle Harbor, Fleming Island Plantation, Pace Island, and Hibernia Plantation among others.
Here are the statistics on Homes for Sale on Fleming Island. This Report also includes four significant communities on Fleming Island - Eagle Harbor FL, Fleming Island Plantation, Pace Island, and Hibernia Plantation.
Fleming Island Homes for Sale
There is a significant reduction in the homes for sale since the July Market Report. There are about 36% fewer homes for sale on Fleming Island at this time (down from 339 Active). … (2 comments)
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Speechless Sunday - Bridge over Doctor's Lake to Fleming Island FL - 01/24/10 07:29 PM
The Bridge over Doctor's Lake to Fleming Island FL is being widened to six lanes from four lanes. It's not a long bridge, just long enough to let you know you've passed over a body of water onto land. There are marinas on both of the South sides. To the east is the mighty St. John's River, about three miles wide at this point and to the west Doctor's Lake, four miles long and a mile wide. Homes flank the shores of the River and Doctor's Lake. Fleming Island is a GREAT place to live! Come take a look!
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2362 Olander St. Green Cove Springs FL (Real Estate) ~ BEST BUY IN LAKE ASBURY! - 01/23/10 10:37 AM
2362 OLANDER ST. (GREEN COVE SPRINGS FL HOME FOR SALE) ~ BEST BUY IN LAKE ASBURY!
You will not find another home in the entire Lake Asbury area that is appointed with the fit and finish of this beautiful luxury custom home at 2362 Olander St. in the Lake Asbury area of Green Cove Springs FL. With 4,626 sq. ft. under air and 1,000 sq. ft. of porches, this is the Lake Asbury area's BEST BUY.
Seller has reduced the price $80,000 to sell this home. Offered at $495,000, look for this home to sell in the near future.
4 … (5 comments)
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UPDATE ON THE HAITI ORPHANS CRISIS: - 01/22/10 12:00 PM
Here's an update - please take the time to contact your Representatives and help save lives!
Via Mirela Monte, Your Myrtle Beach Real Estate Connection:
UPDATE ON THE HAITI ORPHANS CRISIS:
I. The following Emergency Bulletin is from Kristen Hammond, the creator of http://www.HumanitarianParole.com
Humanitarian paroles have been authorized by DHS, but some children in the adoption process have still received no food, water or medical supplies. Now is the time to contact your legislators to ask for aid to be directed to children in orphanages, that a safe staging area be created for Haitian children being adopted ...while they … (3 comments)
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Florida Legal Holidays - 01/20/10 09:31 PM
Contracts in real estate are written with time periods. Time periods ending on Holidays end on the following day. Florida has many more Legal Holidays than the ones we think of. This list can come in handy when you're negotiating a Contract in Florida. You just may get an extra day bonus on your inspection time period, for instance. Here is the Chapter in the Florida Statutes naming the Legal Holidays: 683.01 Legal holidays.-- (1) The legal holidays, which are also public holidays, are the following:
(a) Sunday, the first day of each week.
(b) New Year's Day, January 1.
(c) … (2 comments)
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Buyer Tips - Buyer Expenses from Contract to Close - 01/19/10 09:42 PM
Buyers need to know what expenses they will have once a contract is written and accepted. While customs and costs vary throughout the country, in our area, here's what a Buyer can expect to pay:
Binder Deposit: $500-$25,000+ depends on price of house. 1-2% is considered a decent binder. A larger binder shows serious intent and can help the blow of a low offer.
Loan Application $350 appraisal
$ 50 credit
Building Inspection $300-600+ depending on size of house, if it has a pool, etc.
WDO* Inspection $225-300+ depending on size of house also
Mold Inspection $500-800 (a rare occurrence)
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CHILDREN ARE DYING IN HAITI - PLEASE HELP BRING THEM HOME! - 01/18/10 10:16 PM
Just saw this for the first time on Larry King last night.
Via Mirela Monte, Your Myrtle Beach Real Estate Connection:
The earthquake that hit Haiti 6 days ago left behind it a path of destruction. According to official estimates, there are 330,000 Orphans in Haiti right now. Some of these kids are in the process of being adopted by parents from the United States and other countries. Many of these orphanages are in dire need of food and water. Some of these babies are dying from dehydration as I’m writing these lines. The situation is desperate. These kids are dying while … (2 comments)
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FANNIE MAE EASES GUIDELINES FOR FLORIDA CONDOS - 01/18/10 10:10 PM
FANNIE MAE EASES GUIDELINES FOR FLORIDA CONDOS
Florida Condos received some welcome relief news last week when Fannie Mae announced that it was going to appoint a team of real estate experts to look at condo projects throughout the state to see if the properties meet Fannie's eligibility criteria. If a community passes, it will receive a "Special Approval" designation.
What the Experts will be looking at:
Owner Occupancy levels, financial stability of the development, association dues and the condition of the property. Only Condo developments that are established will be eligible. Those still under developer control are not eligible.
If … (3 comments)
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Speechless Sunday - Joshua's First Birthday - 01/17/10 11:29 PM
With a little help from his parents, Joshua figured out that he could have fun with his birthday cake. He liked putting his hands in the icing, but didn't really eat much of the cake. Afterwards, Mommy could be heard saying, "I did this to my child? lol" as she put him in the tub for a quick bath so he could rejoin the party. So, one of the rituals of childhood was passed and here's the photo to prove it! Happy First Birthday, Joshua, may your life be blessed of the Lord.
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2009 Annual Market Report ~ Eagle Harbor FL (Fleming Island FL) - 01/17/10 11:09 PM
Eagle Harbor sold 97 single family homes in 2009 (99 sold in 2008).
This represents an 87% drop in the number of homes sold when compared to 730 homes sold in 2005.
3 homes that sold were builder inventory. All were built in 2007.
10 homes that sold were bank owned.
18 homes that sold were short sales (homes that sold for less than the loan on the home).
11 homes that sold were corporate RELO owned (homes bought by corporations when transferring their employees).
A total of 28% of the homes sold in Eagle Harbor in 2009 were distressed … (3 comments)
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Buyer Tips - Termite Sniffing Dogs Really Work! - 01/16/10 11:44 PM
One of the great things about real estate is that there is always more to learn. This week I met Cody, who works with his owner, Clay, at Nader's Pest Raiders in Jacksonville. Cody is a Black Lab who is trained to sniff out termites. That's right, termites!
We had a sale where there was old termite damage and we wanted to check to see if there might still be any live critters in the walls.
Our WDO inspector did not detect any live activity. The Pest Control company who has the bond said they treated the house with Termidor five … (10 comments)
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The Dance of the Internet Buyer - Internet Lead Conversion - 01/15/10 10:27 PM
Frank and I rolled out our first web site in 2001 (light years later than Jason Crouch!) but we were still one of the early people in our office to have one. We began learning the art of the dance of the internet buyer, a skill that we continue to hone. Thanks once again to Bob Stewart for another great contest to encourage us to look at what we are doing and how we can improve.
INTERNETIQUETTE There are many approaches to attracting internet buyers. Some say require everyone to register, some say not. Some say register after looking at a … (14 comments)
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Just What Is Full Service Real Estate? - 01/12/10 04:16 PM
Just What Is Full Service Real Estate?
Full Service Real Estate means answering your phone. We know appointments happen, but timely returning phone calls is imperative to Full Service Real Estate. This is not only important to prospects, but to your peers as well. Other agents rely on timely return of phone calls to receive the information they need to conduct their business. Remember, treat others the way you want to be treated.
Full Service Real Estate is making sure that other real estate agents and the public can reach your company during business hours during the week … (58 comments)
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Buying Bank Owned Properties - Fire Safety Inspection - 01/11/10 11:05 PM
Buying Bank Owned Properties - Fire Safety Inspection
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If you are considering purchasing a bank owned property, be aware that before you can turn on electricity to do inspections, Clay County requires a Fire Safety Inspection.
The Inspector will be looking for code violations.
Are the appropriate number of smoke alarms in the house?
Is there a smoke wall in a commercial building with apartments?
If there are any violations found, they must be corrected before the electricity can be turned on. The Florida Fire Prevention Code is huge! But the inspector knows this book. … (4 comments)
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Seller Tips - Are You Willing to Risk Losing a Buyer by Renting Your House? - 01/10/10 10:33 PM
Seller Tips - Are You Willing to Risk Losing a Buyer by Renting Your House?
Playing Roulette With The Sale of Your House
Sellers today who have to move and take on the burden of two house payments have a difficult decision to make. Should they rent the house or keep it on the market? Many times houses are on the market both For Sale and For Rent. Whichever happens first is what the Seller will do. If the house rents, it is a solution to cash flow in the short term, but in the long term it may … (5 comments)
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Speechless Sundays - Otto's Family Reunion - 01/10/10 09:53 PM
Mother Jill looks on while puppies JJ (Jack, Jr. named after his father) and Otto play together. Otto is our new puppy and we took him back home to play with his parents and brother. Father Jack is not pictured. Jack has springs in his feet. That dog can jump over 4 feet in the air, honestly! Otto had a great time being reunited with his sibling and mom and dad. Mama Jill was worn out by the time these two were finished playing.
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Announcing the ActiveRain Silver and Bronze medalists! - 01/09/10 11:25 PM
In case any of you missed this, Brad gave Awards to our top bloggers and Jim has compiled a list of Silver and Bronze winners.
Via Jim Frimmer, San Diego Mission Valley Realtor (Century 21 Award):
Brad Andersohn recently announced the ActiveRain Gold Medal winners for having the most points in their field.
I'm a big fan of persistency and consistency, but I'm also a fan of spreading the wealth around, rooting for the underdog, and watching the Olympics.
Since the 2010 Winter Olympics are just a few weeks away, I thought it would be fun to look at the ActiveRain Silver … (6 comments)
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Homeowner Tips - One Huge Reason Why You Should Keep Your Roof Repaired - 01/07/10 11:36 PM
One Huge Reason Why You Should Keep Your Roof Repaired
Let me repeat:
One Small Huge Reason Why You Should Keep Your Roof Repaired
TERMITES!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Termites seek moisture.
Leaking roofs attract termites.
Who would guess? Moisture from the TOP of the house attracts those who live BELOW THE GROUND?
YES! Keeping your house dry is one of the best ways to safeguard against termites (along with a repair bond from a reputable company).
Termites can seek moisture from long distances. Our inspector once inspected an oceanfront condo, block construction, where termites had tunneled up FOUR STORIES to a leak in … (7 comments)
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Get In Touch With Your Inner Self - Find Renewed Motivation - 01/03/10 09:35 PM
Get In Touch With Your Inner Self - Find Renewed Motivation Slow down. What a concept in this breakneck world, where knowledge and news travel at warp speed. Today in church, it was calm and quiet, and during one of the songs, my mind just opened up to all these creative thoughts. It was glorious! Of course I didn't have a pen and paper to write them down, but nevertheless, the principle held.
Take Time to Slow Down and Let Your Mind Bring All The Great Ideas It Has to The Surface They're waiting. Solutions to your difficult Seller who … (6 comments)
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Our goal is to reach 3000 registered attendees to VirtualReBarcamp.com! - 01/03/10 08:03 PM
Just in case you haven't heard about this, here's one last chance to register. 'See' you there!
Sharon
Via Real Estate Tomato (Real Estate Tomato):
Our goal is to reach 3000 registered attendees to VirtualReBarcamp.com!
The event is free being presented by 28 of the top minds in RE technology and social networking. Currently we have 1500+ registered attendee. To reach our goal we need your help. Fortunately, we have a ringer in our pocket: The generosity of ListingMoves.com. ListingMoves.com is going to be running a contest for everyone that helps us attain our goal.
Anyone that writes/re-blogs this post on ActiveRain about VirtualReBarCamp.com … (3 comments)
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Palencia - Luxury Golf Community (St. Augustine Florida) - 01/01/10 08:23 PM
Palencia - Luxury Golf Community (St. Augustine Florida)
Palencia is a luxury golf community developed by Hines, along with Founder Jerome Fletcher, a well known local developer from Ponte Vedra. The community sits on 1,450 acres with 33 acres of parks and open areas. The pristine location runs from US Highway 1 north of St. Augustine to the west bank of the Intracoastal Waterway, and Tolomato River. Marshall Creek runs from the Intracoastal inland behind Hickory Hill Drive. The 12,000 Guana River State Park is across the Intracoastal from Palencia.
Palencia's awards include: Best in America Living Award (BALA) for … (3 comments)
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