Blog entries tagged with "daytona beach":


daytona beach: Rare Birds Return To Put Breaks On Beach Driving In Daytona Again! - 07/22/08 11:18 AM
 
A year ago, August of 2007 I told you about how these 3 rare birds had captured the hearts of people around Daytona Beach and managed to block off the beach to cars in my post: Rare Birds Put The Breaks On Beach Driving In Daytona
 
That post remained on the … (7 comments)

daytona beach: Daytona Beach and Volusia County, Commercial Real Estate Changes - 07/20/08 10:52 PM

If you're a commercial real estate owner in the Daytona Beach area, with real estate to sell, you may or may not be aware of the fact that up until now, the decline in the national real estate market has been primariy limited to the residential market; at least, … (9 comments)

daytona beach: Visiting a Real Estate Expo in Miami - 07/20/08 12:29 AM
I was seriously tempted by salepeople to get a booth at a Real Estate Expo. Both times I ended not signing up, but I was not sure whether I was missing on a golden marketing opportunity or not, so when I somehow managed to miss the Expo in Orlando, I was relieved … (2 comments)

daytona beach: Greetings from Daytona Beach! - 07/18/08 10:01 PM
It's time for some R&R and so here we are - including my dog Katie - at the Shores hotel in Daytona Beach. When I booked it, I truly couldn't believe I had managed to find a hotel of this standard which was pleased to welcome my dog!
But they do … (10 comments)

daytona beach: FUNtastic Events next week in Ponce Inlet Florida! - 07/18/08 01:24 AM

Coming up next week, July 21-25, 2008, children in grades 4 through 6, from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. can enjoy the Marine Explorer Camp at the Ponce Inlet Marine Science Center. This is going to be a fun-filled week of snorkeling, fishing, kayaking, boating and more. I'm not … (4 comments)

daytona beach: Daytona Beach Golfing and Residential Golf Communities - 07/14/08 11:38 PM

If you're interested in moving to the area of Daytona Beach FL, and you're a golfer, you're probably just as interested in the golf courses as you are in the real estate. And even better yet would be a residential golf community, and we have plenty of those. Let's … (8 comments)

daytona beach: Daytona Beach Peadbody Auditorium, coming up next: The Backyardigans! - 07/13/08 02:19 AM

Daytona Beach residents and visitors will all enjoy this event. If you're a Daytona Beach resident, you're familiar with the Peabody Auditorium. If you're a visitor, you may be looking for something unique for your family to do, aside from the Beach, the Boardwalk, and the Daytona Beach Ocean … (5 comments)

daytona beach: Real Estate Listings on other web sites. Who controls the data? - 07/12/08 02:07 AM
This is such an overly discussed topic that I'm reluctant to bring it up again; but I'm concerned with what I'm finding on other real estate sites, about the houses and condos that I've listed. I was recently reading a post by Brian Brady about Zillow's new program that allows their … (9 comments)

daytona beach: Daytona Beach and New Smyrna Beach areas, mark your calendars! - 07/10/08 10:59 AM
New Smyrna Beach residents and even those from Daytona Beach, you all need to mark your calendars for a few upcoming events.
From now through July 26th, you can enjoy a Group Photo Show at the Atlantic Center for the Arts, Harris House Gallery in New Smyrna Beach. Since New Smyrna … (0 comments)

daytona beach: Daytona Beach Resort & Conference Center; Boards & Waves Expo - 07/09/08 01:41 AM
If you're a resident or visitor of the Daytona Beach area, and most especially those of our surfer crowd, here's an exciting event for you! Yesterday, I posted a blog about the Surf Exhibit at the Ormond Beach Memorial Art Museum. But here's something a little more upbeat. On July 12 … (6 comments)

daytona beach: Ormond Memorial Art Museum, Surf Exhibit - 07/09/08 12:42 AM
It's been a while since I blogged about the Daytona Beach area cultural scene, and I think it's time I got back to it. This post is about the Surf Exhibit that is currently on display at the Ormond Beach Memorial Art Museum. (The link to the display will change with … (0 comments)

daytona beach: Race is Over, Thanks for Business - 07/07/08 12:10 AM
The big race, Pepsi 400 is over, crazy traffic disappeared, hotels' employees are swamped with cleaning all those vacated units, stores are counting change...
Daytona is returning to normal summer vacation activities.
The event was badly needed, it helped local businesses, local vendors. For a monent we thought people will not … (0 comments)

daytona beach: REALTORS® help underprivileged children get school supplies! - 07/06/08 11:21 PM
Each year, the Daytona Beach area Association of REALTORS® sponsors underprivileged children, to help them get all the supplies they need for the upcoming school year. And each year, this program is an overwhelming success! The last couple of years, I've sponsored children through my church as well. But to focus … (11 comments)

daytona beach: Daytona Beach Houses for Sale: Drastic Price Reductions! - 07/04/08 11:35 AM

Look at these 3 Daytona Beach houses for sale! These were already affordable, but now they're downright cheap.
3 bedroom, 2 bath Daytona Beach house with enclosed garage for large family room or 4th bedroom has bright front living room and large fenced yard. Reduced to $100,000! Right across the … (0 comments)

daytona beach: DAYTONA BEACH TOP FIVE 4TH OF JULY CELEBRATIONS - 07/04/08 09:56 AM
Still don't know how you will be celebrating the nation's birthday?  Well, dig out that cheesy star-studded, red, white and blue t-shirt from your drawer, because I've put together a list of the top five places to be in Daytona Beach.  You're sure to find something from this list to make … (0 comments)

daytona beach: Volusia County Real Estate Update: 2nd Quarter 2008 - 07/03/08 01:15 AM
If you're a regular reader of my blogs, you know that for 2007, I did a city-by-city, 2000-2007 real estate report for Volusia County (Daytona Beach and New Smyrna Beach areas), including graphs of that data. Here are the links to those reports...
Daytona Beach, Daytona Beach Shores, Holly Hill, Ormond … (5 comments)

daytona beach: Real Estate Housing Market Hits a New Low? Yikes! - 06/30/08 10:58 PM
We all know the real estate industry is in dire straits. But I just read something that takes the proverbial cake.
I had so many titles running through my mind for this post. Thankfully, I found something appropriate to settle on. LOL
Check this out. For this woman, the housing market … (18 comments)

daytona beach: Are You On Track-Real Estate Wise? Check Yourself! - 06/30/08 07:24 AM
Tomorrow will officially be the start of the second half of the year!  It's an important time to go back and re-evalute your goals, your listings and your potential. 
If your career needs a boost..it's important to re-evalute what you are doing wrong and what you can improve on. Don't focus … (6 comments)

daytona beach: Bad Real Estate Market? Where is the REALTOR® Responsibility? - 06/29/08 02:42 AM
Are the Daytona Beach, Port Orange, Ormond Beach, New Smyrna Beach and surrounding areas of real estate market still shifting? Is it up to everyone in the Real Estate Industry to keep the market moving? These are the opening questions and statements by Celeste "Sally" Cheeseman in her recent post about … (10 comments)

daytona beach: Plaza Resort & Spa Resort. Condo Hotel Market Snapshot - 06/28/08 11:40 PM
Plaza Resort & Spa
600 North Atlantic Ave., Daytona Beach, FL 32118
One of the best condo-hotel Resorts in Daytona Beach. Recent conversion, started with very brisk sales, but the market died leaving the developer with about 100 unsold units, however, the developer is the hotel operator, and they run one … (2 comments)

daytona beach: Ocean Jewels Club Market Snapshot - 06/28/08 08:30 PM
Oceans Jewels Club
935 South Atlantic Ave., Daytona Beach, FL 32118
150-room oceanfront condo-hotel was built in the 70s. Operates under Travelodge flag. Three years ago the management company was sold. New management company is not enjoying high occupancy, and in a dwindling Daytona economy is affecting the performance of the … (0 comments)

daytona beach: Daytona Beach 2 bedroom condo/apartment for rent. - 06/26/08 08:49 PM
Just last week a posted a blog about the Daytona Beach condo-conversion project I have listed, with 42 units for sale or rent in this completely remodeled building. In that post titled Buy or Lease a Daytona Beach Condo, I said we only had 5 units left, and they were all … (3 comments)

daytona beach: Do Not Discount FACEBOOK! Looking For A Miami Agent For Rental! - 06/25/08 07:47 AM
I am not a big fan of FACEBOOK BUT I will say there is business to be had and new friends to make.  As a matter of fact, there is lots and lots of information available.   Last night a former associate asked me for a referral in Miami who handles rentals. 
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daytona beach: REALTORS® selling For Sale By Owner (FSBO) listings, and the Daytona Beach Real Estate Market - 06/24/08 06:13 PM

Last week I wrote a Daytona Beach real estate blog that provided general information, updates and listings. In that blog post, I mentioned how over the years, there have been times when, as a REALTOR®, I've sold houses that were not actually listed in the Daytona Beach area Multiple Listing … (4 comments)

daytona beach: More about DOJ-NAR Settlemetnt - 06/20/08 12:59 AM
In may we got the news that after years of spending a lot of taxpayers money, Department of Justice settled with National Association of Realtors the case of how the Listing information is displayed on the Internet.
It is called a Settlement, but there is not guilt accepted, no money, so … (1 comments)

daytona beach: Buy or Lease a Daytona Beach Condo - 06/17/08 08:56 PM
As most of you know, for quite some time I've been blogging about the condo conversion project I have listed, Surfside Villas in Daytona Beach. I originally listed these beautifully remodeled condos "For Sale", but with the real estate market moving at the speed of sludge, the seller decided to lease … (5 comments)

daytona beach: What The Heck Is Wrong With Us? - 06/17/08 01:25 AM
The title got my attention (Are Short Sales worth the headaches? by Drew Burks) and I clicked in. There are many posts about Short sales and frustrations, and even the calls to ban them altogether.
But the I stumbled into the statement that literally shocked me. I left a frustrated comment and tried to … (44 comments)

daytona beach: Investor's Alert! Ormond Beach Townhouse with Tenant- Price Reduced! - 06/16/08 11:05 PM
This beautiful 2 bedroom, 2.5 bath Ormond Beach townhouse has a quality tenant with a 1 year lease. This is an excellent investment opportunity and the price has just been reduced to $137,900.
You enter this welcoming home through your private patio/garden and step into your welcoming foyer.
Enjoy meals from … (3 comments)

daytona beach: Port Orange FL - Butterfly and Hummingbird Gardening - 06/16/08 10:01 PM
If you live in Port Orange, or any of the surrounding cities, you might find this to be a fascinating, educational seminar. It's being hosted by Full Moon Natives. Full Moon Natives is a well-stocked plant, flower and tree nursery. But the best part about Full Moon Natives is their knowledge … (2 comments)

daytona beach: Are These Just 200-Point Fakes? - 06/15/08 12:52 AM
I have to admit that I always expect that the post I read and comment on would generate comments, and the flow of comments may become very interesting and some of the best post I read on AR were great because of them.
After commenting on a blog I would usually come … (48 comments)

daytona beach: Golf Community Beauty For Sale or Welcom to Pelican Bay - 06/13/08 02:21 PM
Enjoy Maintenance Free Living in a Gated Golf/Tennis Community with 24/7 security at both gates! This one-story 3 Bedroom, 2 Baths, 2-Car Garage home is located in the Beautiful Pelican Bay Community of St. Andrews Highlands.


 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Pelican Bay Master Association … (0 comments)

daytona beach: Real Estate Video for Beautiful 3 bed, 2 bath pool home in Central Florida - 06/13/08 06:15 AM
Most of you know that I create full video tours for my real estate listings if at all possible, and have been doing so for about two years now. I've never been a fan of virtual tours because of the distortion factor, and could never understand why REALTORS® weren't just video … (7 comments)

daytona beach: Pet Lovers Did Not Win The House...And Did Not Loose Anything... - 06/13/08 12:57 AM
On April 11 I posted a blog The Best FSBO in the Nation? It was about a real estate marketing idea by a person, who is not a Realtor. The author of the idea - Clementina Marie Giovannetti - offered her Ocala Mansion for ... the best pet lover story of 300 words or … (12 comments)

daytona beach: Questions, Rumors and The Truth.. Midori Chats With Caleb Mardini - 06/12/08 07:49 AM
Many Activerainer's are coming up on their 2 year anniversary and in those two years I do believe we will agree boy things have changed.  Yes as an old timer, while I did not have such a loud voice and had no clue as what to do..it was fun learning and … (16 comments)

daytona beach: Congratulations to Me. 200,000 points and counting! - 06/09/08 10:58 PM
This is a silly, lighthearted post. My comments today just pushed my points beyond 200,000. And my last post was my 400th. So here are my official stats...

BTW, I found this cool, freeware tool for screen captures like this. Follow the link to get yours. This is one of … (19 comments)

daytona beach: Hawaiian Inn. Condo-Hotel Market Snapshot - 06/09/08 09:24 PM
Hawaiian Inn
2301 South Atlantic Ave, Daytona Beach Shores.
This just over 200 room resort was built in 1965. Outdoor corridor system. Even thought the association was trying to keep up with the maintenance, the age takes its toll. Last year over 2 months the property could not take rentals because … (2 comments)

daytona beach: Harbour Beach Resort. Condo-hotel Market Snapshot - 06/09/08 02:07 PM
Harbour Beach Resort, 701 South Atlantic Ave, Daytona Beach, FL 32118
Built in 1975, the Resort had seen better days. Until 5 years ago we considered it a nicer property and liked to bring our customers there. Then the property started slowly deteriorating, management and maintenance going down the hill.
They … (0 comments)

daytona beach: Joy Mitchell Throws One Heck of A Broker's Open/Open House/Art Show! - 06/07/08 08:12 AM
On Thursday, I ran out of the office at 4:15 pm to attend a Broker's Open/Open House/Art Show in one of Joy Mitchell's luxury home listings located in Halifax Plantation listed below $460,000.  

 
For further details of this home or any others, please contact Joy Mitchell, your luxury … (4 comments)

daytona beach: Move to Central Florida. Look at all these beautiful MLS Real Estate listings! - 06/05/08 08:39 PM
Are you a real estate buyer, interested in moving to central Florida? check out these fabulous real estate listings! These can all be found in the Daytona Beach and the New Smyrna Beach area Multiple Listing Services (MLS). This is a quick list with basic information and a primary photo of … (9 comments)

daytona beach: Florida LifeStyle - 06/05/08 04:11 PM
A few weeks ago I did something that is just one of the many great activities in Florida.  I was able to ride my motorcyle ON THE BEACH for several miles in Daytona Beach.  If you live in Florida, visit Florida or ever move to Florida it is quite the experience driving … (0 comments)

daytona beach: Beautiful Edgewater 3 Bedroom House Video - 06/05/08 06:18 AM
Welcome to your source for central Florida real estate.
A few days ago I posted a blog about a house I had just listed in Edgewater Florida. It's a beautiful 3 bedroom, 2 bath home, in excellent condition. Follow this link to read all about this immaculate 3 bedroom, 2 bath … (2 comments)

daytona beach: Housing Discrimination. Do you know the law? - 06/03/08 11:46 PM

Real estate agents, mortgage bankers, and mortgage brokers already know about the Federal Fair Housing Act. Most agents for both real estate sales and lending are not only aware of these laws, but strictly adhere to them. But are you aware that if a real estate buyer or seller starts … (16 comments)

daytona beach: New Construction Luxury Condos Daytona Shores - 06/02/08 03:02 PM

The lifestyle Ocean Vistas offers is one of absolute luxury! The revitalaztion effort in Daytona Beach has been noticed more than ever now that our building is complete. We are proud to announce we have been graced with Hollywood "A" list Movie stars, Race Car Drivers, Senators and presidents of … (2 comments)

daytona beach: Strange REALTOR® Experiences - 05/31/08 10:42 PM
As a REALTOR®, I've encountered many strange things over the years. I'm sure I'm only going to only scratch the surface in this post, but I thought I'd share a few things memorable experiences.
The filthiest house I've ever seen: This one was very early on in my career. I scheduled … (14 comments)

daytona beach: NAR Settles With DOJ. Now What? - 05/28/08 12:39 AM
The latest news is that NAR settled with DOJ  (http://www.realtor.org/RMODaily.nsf/pages/News2008052701?OpenDocument)
NAR claims it a victory. Yes, no money to be paid, no wrongdoing to accept.
A lot of brokers would not consider this a win. We are dreaming of the green pastures of the past. The past where we had the exclusive access to the … (8 comments)

daytona beach: My Good Boy, My Grandson - 05/27/08 12:31 AM
New Page 7 Two weeks after we came to the US from the Soviet Union, my daughter learned that she was pregnant. She brought this news to our hotel room without an AC in 104 F July heat of summer 1991. No money, no food, no English (except for me), … (12 comments)

daytona beach: We Won't Forget You! Thank You and We Love You! - 05/26/08 11:52 AM
Memorial Day is a special day to me and many others.  Growing up and throughout my life I have always been patriotic..I am lucky...I was born on American soil in Japan.  Because my father was American..it was my gift..my luck..I am proud.
There is something to be said about people who … (11 comments)

daytona beach: Memorial Day .... Share A Moment of Silence! - 05/26/08 03:24 AM
Disclaimer: The opinions expressed by The Activerain Network and it's members and those providing comments are theirs alone, and do not reflect the opinions of Midori Miller AKA Daytona Beach Real Estate Trainer and CENTURY 21 Sundance Realty. Midori Miller and CENTURY 21 Sundance Realty are not responsible for the … (2 comments)

daytona beach: 20 Year Ago Today. Worlds apart - 05/25/08 11:17 PM
It was 20 years ago today. I worked as a military instructor at a local high school. This was mandatory for boys in 9th and 10th grade. 2 hours in class a week, and after the first year at the end of May 10 days of field training with living in … (15 comments)

daytona beach: Real Estate Sellers- What is Your REALTOR® Doing For You? - 05/24/08 02:44 PM
In this difficult buyers market, when every real estate listing has all the odds stacked against it, and slim chance of selling quickly, it's more important than ever that REALTORS® do their jobs to the best of their abilities.
I was recently reading a blog post by Susie Blackmon about a … (5 comments)

daytona beach: Bigger Than His Own Mind - 05/24/08 01:09 AM
On Fox News on Hannity and Colmes tonight one of the guests was Jesse Ventura, former Navy Seal, former professional wrestler and former Governor of Minnesota.
Has 3 years of active duty behind his belt. Big guy, looks very impressive...
Hannity asked him about his conspiracy theories regarding September 11, he … (20 comments)

daytona beach: Lenn Harley Is My Hero! Maryland and Virginia Buyers Call Her! - 05/19/08 09:47 PM
Today I had to email Lenn Harley looking for a favor. Now one thing I know about Lenn, boy does she ever work and work hard. Probably different from many, I have had the chance to chat a few times and I am so mesmorized talking with her and today I … (8 comments)

daytona beach: Good News for your Daytona Beach Seaside Music Theater withdrawals - 05/17/08 01:59 AM
A few days ago I had to report some bad news about Daytona Beach's Seaside Music Theater. It turns out that SMT had to cancel their entire summer season, after the Daytona Beach News Journal who has been the grand sponsor of the Theater for over 30 years, withdrew their support.
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daytona beach: Thank You Activerain and Great Job Jeannette Neerpat! - 05/16/08 10:37 PM
Well I might as well get used to video! I just want to say Great Job Jeannette and thanks again Activerain!


Disclaimer: The opinions expressed by The Activerain Network and it's members and those providing comments are theirs alone, and do not reflect the opinions of Midori Miller AKA … (13 comments)

daytona beach: Daytona Beach FL Forest Fire Update - 05/14/08 07:38 PM
Florida residents and visitors who are looking for updates on the wildfire situation, here's the information I've been able to gleen so far this week. I know a lot of you have been looking for information on the recent Florida fires, since I've been getting comments on my previous blog post, … (2 comments)

daytona beach: Bad News for Daytona Beach and Seaside Music Theater - 05/14/08 02:50 AM
Daytona Beach residents, visitors and anyone who is considering a move to the Daytona Beach area, please read this post! This may have a big impact on you!
Those of you who regularly read my blog may have become accustomed to my periodic posts about the fantastic presentations at Seaside Music … (9 comments)

daytona beach: Protecting Florida's Wetlands - 05/14/08 01:10 AM
It's been too long since my last post about Florida's Wetlands and how to protect our environment, so I decided it was time for some more education on the subject, with focus on Volusia County, which is Daytona Beach and the surrounding cities. If you're a resident of the Daytona Beach … (1 comments)

daytona beach: Daytona Beach FL: We're Into Scumbag Eradication! - 05/12/08 03:22 AM
This year, the Daytona Beach police explorers got creative in their fundraising. They decided to sell police caricature T-shirts, depicting our police officers as the "Scumbag Eradication Team".
This is great! LOL. And apparently I'm not the only one who thinks so. The police explorers originally only printed 300 of the … (8 comments)

daytona beach: Life Skills My Mom Taught Me! Happy Mutha's Day Mom and Dad! - 05/10/08 10:24 AM
Imagine growing up with a total of 9 people in one house. My mom ran the household and worked and put herself through school. You want to talk about rainmaker...she had it down to a science. When she spoke...you listened.. A task..one of 9 would get it done. Imagine the organization, … (14 comments)

daytona beach: Real Estate Professionals, Do You Text With Your Customers? tnx4readN - 05/09/08 11:10 PM
Real Estate Industry Professionals, Do You Text With Your Customers? I do and I really love it! For me if I have a quick question or the customer has a concern right then and there. You can address it often times faster than an e-mail or a phone call.
glitter-graphics.com
While … (10 comments)

daytona beach: Daytona Beach Upcoming Theater Event, May 9-18 - 05/07/08 10:46 PM

For those of you in the Daytona Beach area who enjoy theater, and would enjoy an inexpensive way to spend an afternoon or evening, you should familiarize yourself with the Daytona Playhouse. 
This month; May 9-18, 2008 The Daytona Playhouse presents "The Tale of the Allergist's Wife". I read the description on … (2 comments)

daytona beach: Real Estate Agents and Mortgage Brokers: How to be professional, outside your field of expertise - 05/06/08 12:26 AM
Real estate buyers and sellers, please allow me to vent my frustrations with our current real estate market. I invite you to read along and hopefully, get an inside look at some of the problems that are contributing to today's real estate market conditions.
I was just reading a post by … (4 comments)

daytona beach: Daytona Beach Cultural Events - 05/04/08 01:57 AM

The Daytona Beach Symphony Guild will be hosting an Annual Luncheon Sunday, May 5, 2008 at Indigo Lakes Golf Club. The Indigo Lakes Golf Club is located at 312 Indigo Drive in Daytona Beach, FL.
The luncheon starts at 11:30 a.m.
For more info, call 386-675-8335. 
 
Also, this Wednesday, May 7, 2008 at … (4 comments)

daytona beach: Halifax River Audubon Field Trips-Ponce Inlet-Daytona Beach-Port Orange - 05/04/08 12:13 AM
Ponce Inlet residents, visitors and future real estate buyers; you're in for a treat this week. The Halifax River Audubon is meeting this Tuesday, May 6, 2008 at 3:00 p.m. at Lighthouse Point Park. This week's meeting will be led by Joel Wooster. Topic will be about Shelling. For more information, … (4 comments)

daytona beach: May 3rd and 4th events in Daytona Beach & Nearby Areas! - 05/03/08 01:05 AM
Daytona Beach, Ormond Beach, New Smyrna Beach and surrounding area residents, as well as visitors; WELCOME! If you're considering buying or selling real estate in the east Volusia county area, I'd love to help! Being a lifetime resident of this area, I'm very familiar with this entire area and have sold … (3 comments)

daytona beach: Imagine Having 48,000 Subscribers-Problogger, Darren Rowse Reveals. - 05/01/08 01:11 PM
Ok, you have probably heard me say it before about some of my online crushes, yes I have many, all of them so dreamy and so talented. Sounds like I am a wild child, well yes I am but the funny thing is even with all of these crushes I am … (41 comments)

daytona beach: My First Video Blogpost..There Is A Little Training There If You Catch It! Earth Hour 2008 - 04/29/08 10:38 PM
Today I read a great post written by Bob Stewart and deep down I know video will be bigger than we imagined and more important than we care to admit. It makes perfect sense to me since most people are visual. Are you going to be ready for when those days … (27 comments)

daytona beach: Looking For Roomates - 04/28/08 08:10 PM
Very Close to ERAU Daytona Beach, FL looking for two, non smoking roomates (no pets) .Each one will get his/hers own bedroom. $ 350/ month plus utilities
Available for the summer session two, but after the 15th of may. Presently unfurnished.
Use of kitchen Living Room Dining Room, yard and Laundry room.
call henri at … (0 comments)

daytona beach: International Speedway Corp and Cordish are Ready to Rock in Daytona Beach - 04/18/08 11:54 PM
The preliminary plat for the mega-entertainment project Daytona Live! was approved Wednesday by The Daytona Beach City Commission.
71-acres across from the Daytona International Speedway will include offices, a hotel, restaurants, retail and mutli-family residences.
The plat approval aloows the Developers to do the project in phases. The first phase is the office buildings … (0 comments)

daytona beach: Don't Assume Anything About Anyone Inquiring About A Shortsale! Two Real Estate Lessons - 04/18/08 11:03 PM
Recently I have been contacted by two different parties in regards to short sales..investors....investors with empty houses, with equity lines and with assets they are afraid they will lose.   Both investors extremely intelligent but like the rest of the world never expected things to turn out the way they have.  Vacant … (14 comments)

daytona beach: America's Got Talent Winner: Terry Fator, in Daytona Beach - 04/17/08 09:54 PM
Did you watch America's Got Talent last season? Do you remember who won? Well I did, and I do! The winner was Terry Fator, the Ventriloquist and Puppeteer, who had an incredible singing voice too.
It was such an awesome finale. Terry Fator just broke down and cried. He was so … (6 comments)

daytona beach: My Money Tree Hasn't Blossomed Yet! We Are Experiencing Budget Cuts-Are You? - 04/17/08 08:15 AM

One of my favorite sayings to my kids when they were growing up was that my money tree hasn't blossomed. 
That's right you know young teenagers...they want...they need ...in their mind money grows on trees. 
I smile because in my 30's for Christmas my parents gave me a money tree...that's right...it … (24 comments)

daytona beach: Daytona Beach Riverfront Condo-PRICE REDUCED! - 04/16/08 03:44 PM
This direct riverfront condo with 2 bedrooms, 2 baths has just been reduced to the same price as the other units that are NOT on the river! This is a superb opportunity to live on the Intracoastal for less than $200,000!. Asking price is now $194,900. Don't hesitate! I just sold … (5 comments)

daytona beach: Lisa Hill - Daytona Beach REALTOR®: "The Smart Choice!" (2:50 min) - 04/16/08 02:15 AM
The Smart Choice from Lisa Hill on Vimeo. … (10 comments)

daytona beach: Google Loves Midori and I Love Activerain! I'm Feeling It Are You? - 04/15/08 03:48 PM

Today I checked myself on google and found that google loves Midori and I love Activerain..
Because today....for the first time ever for the search term Midori I am on the first page. 
For some you may think what is the big deal?...well since there are over 5,540,000 results for midori I found that … (21 comments)

daytona beach: Virtual Vendors Wanted! Daytona Beach Technology Fair 2008 - 04/15/08 02:02 PM
 
Yes you heard right...virtual vendors wanted!  Imagine this you are so far away from Daytona Beach Florida you cannot participate live and in person but you want the opportunity to present your products and services but can't get away!
Imagine being able to not be physcially present but have a presence and a … (3 comments)

daytona beach: Volusia County First Quarter Real Estate Sales, 2008 - 04/14/08 10:52 PM
Since we're now past the first quarter of the 2008 year in real estate, I decided to give you all a first quarter update for all of Volusia county. Before I show you the results so far, here's my post of the Daytona Beach FL Real Estate Year in Review for … (8 comments)

daytona beach: Condo-Hotel Studio 512 In Fontain Beach Resort, Daytona Beach - 04/12/08 11:45 PM
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daytona beach: Volusia County Area Photos - 04/12/08 07:09 PM
Whether you're already a resident of Volusia county, or if you're considering a move to this beautiful area, I think you'll enjoy the photo slide show below. These are pictures I've been accumulating for quite some time. As a REALTOR , it's customary to have my camera with me at all … (18 comments)

daytona beach: Money Winning Over Heart - 04/04/08 10:37 PM
Daytona is embracing a possible loss of its newspaper, at least the way they had it for so many years. News-journal is one of the last newspapers where the majority stakes belongs to the Davidson family for 79 years.
The legal battle started in 2004, when Cox Communications from Atlanta, which owns 47.5% … (13 comments)

daytona beach: Affordable 2 Bedroom House For Sale in Daytona Beach - 04/04/08 03:41 AM
Affordable 2 Bedroom House For Sale in Daytona Beach. Move in today and enjoy this corner lot location. Real Estate is Great in 2008! 
 
 



 
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daytona beach: April Is Open House Month..CENTURY 21 Sundance Realty - 04/01/08 07:47 PM
Looking to buy a home? April is Open House Month for CENTURY 21! Call any one of our 3 locations for details.
Ormond Beach (386) 673-6022 Ormond by the Sea (386) 441-2000 or Daytona Beach (386) 756-6800
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daytona beach: Ormond Beach Things to Do This Sunday! - 03/29/08 05:42 PM
If you're visiting Ormond Beach this weekend, or thinking about buying real estate in Ormond Beach, I have an excellent way for you to familiarize yourself with the city. The Ormond Beach Historical Trust will be hosting Trolley Tours this Sunday at 1:15. Just be sure to call first and make … (7 comments)

daytona beach: Need Down Time? Power Off - 1 Hour Tonight-Earth Hour 2008! - 03/29/08 05:23 PM
Need a break? Power down tonight for Earth Hour, March 29th from 8p.m. to 9 p.m.

With all the excitement of meeting Ann Cummings tomorrow I almost forgot. We opted to stay home and participate and will drive to Orlando tomorrow! I need a break, do you? If so take a … (9 comments)

daytona beach: Daytona Beach: Sunday Afternoon Activity. And a few other suggestions. - 03/29/08 04:06 PM
Daytona Beach residents, visitors and those who may be looking to buy real estate here, as long as you're here, why not try something slightly different and off the beaten path? If you're a fan of the arts, or looking for a bit of culture, tomorrow is the last day to … (0 comments)

daytona beach: Moving to, or already living in Daytona Beach? - 03/29/08 02:58 PM
If you already live in Daytona Beach, or if you're planning to move to Daytona Beach, here's another great reason to live here.
Daytona Beach has many cultural events that even the locals don't know about. As a native of Daytona Beach, and a 4th generation Floridian, I've been utilizing many of … (0 comments)

daytona beach: Blogging for Real Estate. Does it work? - 03/27/08 10:08 PM
Yes, this is another real estate blog... kinda. I see the question being tossed around a lot amongst other real estate bloggers, as to whether blogging actually works or not. 
Yesterday, I wrote a quick post to this blog, about the 3 new real estate listings I had just taken. But I … (10 comments)

daytona beach: 3 Affordable Houses in Daytona Beach, FL. New on the market! - 03/27/08 12:09 AM
Today I listed 3 VERY affordable houses in the heart of Daytona Beach Florida! These listings are so new, I haven't even had time to process all the photos, create e-flyers and get everything on my web site, let alone fill out all the paperwork for the Daytona MLS (Multiple Listing … (4 comments)

daytona beach: Daytona Beach International Festival! - 03/25/08 11:42 PM

Volusia county residents, and visitors who may be considering making a move to the Daytona Beach area, you may or may not be aware that since October, we have been enjoying the 2007-2008 annual Daytona Beach International Festival, featuring World Class Musicians! There are only a few concerts left in this … (5 comments)

daytona beach: Why Good Communication Skills are Necessary in Real Estate and in Life - 03/20/08 09:45 PM
A real estate dilemma... Proper communication in real estate business... or any business!
I was just reading a post by Jason Crouch, who is the owner of a real estate brokerage in Austin, Texas. Jason's post is titled "How to properly leave a brokerage-Am I wrong to expect a call?" Jason … (8 comments)

daytona beach: Soliciter's Pay Attention to the DO NOT CALL REGISTRY! You don't want to catch me on an off day! - 03/20/08 12:22 PM
Everyday I can count on at least 3 solicitations via my cell phone.  Now I haven't said too much about it and have always been very polite.  I go as far as finishing the conversation and asking please e-mail me the info and don't bother the rest of the associates. 
Today, I am … (18 comments)

daytona beach: Working with Buyers!! :) - 03/19/08 01:50 PM
Just wanted to share with my fellow realtors my experience in the last two weeks in working with buyers.
 I get most of my buyers via the internet. I spend a lot of time giving them information on the homes that they are looking for.
 I make an extra effort to give … (3 comments)

daytona beach: 600 N. Atlantic Ave. unit 1122, Daytona Beach - 03/19/08 10:18 AM

Short Sale...Ocean view condotel. Heated pool, spa, restaurant, lounge...perfect for vacation or rental. Asking $135,000.
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daytona beach: 1400 Ruthbern Road Daytona Beach - 03/19/08 09:49 AM

3BR/2BA Charming home centrally located to shopping, airport, colleges, grocery stores, etc. Community backs up to Daytona golf course. A must see. Priced to sell today....
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daytona beach: Volusia County Parade of Homes, 2008 - 03/18/08 11:45 PM
Volusia county real estate buyers and sellers, you owe it to yourself to make the most of this year's Parade of Homes. The Parade models will be open daily, Monday through Saturday, from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. and Sunday from 12:00 noon to 6:00 p.m.
Real estate values in Volusia county … (4 comments)

daytona beach: Daytona Beach Real Estate Buyers and Sellers, here's another reason to live here! - 03/17/08 10:25 PM

Do you think you'd like to live in Daytona Beach Florida, but don't know what to expect? Well, I've written a billion (OK, that may be a slight exaggeration.) blog posts about Daytona Beach real estate. But I haven't said much about South Daytona, which is such a beautiful … (9 comments)

daytona beach: Negotiating a Home Warranty with your Florida Real Estate Sale - 03/16/08 11:55 PM
If you're buying real estate in Florida, and you're using a REALTOR® professional, then depending on where you live, there's a good chance your real estate agent is using the FAR/BAR Real Estate Contract for Sale and Purchase or the FAR/BAR "As Is" Real Estate Contract for Sale and Purchase. One … (7 comments)

daytona beach: New Condos Under Construction in Daytona Beach Shores, New Smyrna Beach and more - 03/15/08 09:39 PM
In the Daytona Beach and surrounding areas, there are still several new construction projects underway. This is just a short list of new condo projects that can be found in Daytona Beach, South Daytona, Daytona Beach Shores and New Smyrna Beach.
The Wave, located at 2801 Hill Street, New Smyrna Beach, FL. … (0 comments)

daytona beach: Downtown DeLand's Bike Fest 2008 - 03/12/08 03:11 PM
Last week bikers from around the world desended on Volusia County for Bike Week 2008.
While Daytona Beach still gets most of the publicity as the Bike Week epicenter, activities now spread throughout Volusia County and all of Central Florida.  The historic downtown of Deland, my home town, roared with the sound of … (1 comments)

daytona beach: Member Spotlight...Jason Sardi...RAW and Name Dropping! - 03/11/08 01:31 PM
 Now when I think of Jason Sardi....I think bad boy...RAW..and very deep!  His unique style and his choice of words have always been quite entertaining.  We were quite thrilled and excited when he did agree to do the Blogger's Choice Selections.  -1.  What benefits have you recieved from blogging? "Short answer.....many! Above and beyond … (44 comments)

 
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