Blog entries tagged with "panama city":


panama city: What Really Matters - 02/10/08 10:16 AM
Buying a Home?  Why you need a visual Comprehensive Home Inspection? The inspection is a visual analysis to detect major defects and deficiencies associated with the property on the time and day of the inspection. The process can be stressful. A Comprehensive visual Home Inspection is supposed to give you peace … (1 comments)

panama city: New Listing - 02/09/08 05:12 PM

This home has impressive features like cultured marble countertops in both bathrooms, extensive use of tile in the front entrance area, kitchen, and bathrooms, phone and cable connections in every room. The kitchen is outfitted with top of the line new appliances, Extended eight foot porch and extra large two-car garage, … (0 comments)

panama city: HOME INSPECTION: Questions & Answers - 02/07/08 04:31 PM
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panama city: HOMEINSPECTORUSA areas of expertise. - 02/07/08 03:58 PM
Specializing: Single and Multi-family Home Inspections Commercial, and Light Industrial Property Inspections New Residential & Commercial Construction Condominium Inspections Engineering Assessment & Site (lot) Evaluation Residential Construction Management 4-Point Insurance Home Inspections Construction Loan Draw Property Inspections Maintenance Home Inspections Sea Wall and Boat House Assessments Swimming Pool Assessments Consulting & … (0 comments)

panama city: FEBRUARY EVENTS IN BAY COUNTY, FLORIDA - 02/02/08 01:20 AM
It's February ... Time for Love, and Love can be found Everywhere in Bay County, if you know where to look!  In this post, you will find great places to go and things to do that will add love and joy to your life this month.
 February is GO RED FOR WOMEN month sponsored by the … (6 comments)

panama city: 523 HIGHLINE DRIVE, PANAMA CITY, FL 32404 - 02/01/08 10:38 PM
This home has much more living area than you might expect for the just listed price of $185,000. 
  
 The living room has a tongue and grooved hardwood ceiling and opens to the kitchen. There is a recently rennovated laundry room off the kitchen with new plumbing for the Washer/Dryer hookups.  There is also a new … (8 comments)

panama city: 2110 E Norwood Drive, Panama City, FL 32405 - 02/01/08 09:11 PM
This new listing is located in a great neighborhood near Northside Elementary School.  
Welcome to 2110 East Norwood Drive.  
 
East Norwood Drive is conveniently located between 19th Street and 23rd Street off Airport Road.  It's a busy area, however,  East Norwood is a quiet semi-circle street with very little traffic. 
Northport Professional Center with businesses and … (4 comments)

panama city: How do you find out what market value is on a home? - 01/29/08 05:25 PM
 
I sat through a buyers mastermind today based on capturing buyers and taking them to contract.   We discussed what a "real buyer" is and the problems with finding the buyers and getting them to make an offer.  One of the most common problems was that buyers want to buy a home below … (7 comments)

panama city: Home buying seminar results from the Payne Group, Panama City Florida - 01/28/08 02:25 PM
Last week we held our very first home buying class intended for first time home buyers.   We rushed it a bit in preparing so we did not get the message out like we intended to.  For the most part, we sent out emails and announced it to everyone who is using … (3 comments)

panama city: Airport Update!! - 01/28/08 02:19 PM
This just in....
According to the Panama City - Bay County International Airport Authority, the U.S. Second Court of Appeals has lifted the stay that limited airport construction.  The hearing was held Friday in New York. 
The airport is set to relocate to a site in West Bay, off Highway 388.  … (0 comments)

panama city: Cherokee Heights, Panama City, FL NEW LISTING - 01/21/08 05:43 PM

5614 Merritt Brown Rd, Panama City, FL
$234,900
Great Location to Tyndall Airforce Base
4 bedrooms2 bathsscreened in patioWalk to schoolseco friendly bamboo floorsfenced in back yardSpacious 4 bedroom 2 bath home in the popular Cherokee Heights subdivision. This large 4 bedroom home has many, many updgrades and is in like new condition. Upon … (0 comments)

panama city: New Listing, Cherokee Heights, Panama City, FL - 01/21/08 05:32 PM

4829 McCall Lane, Panama City, FL
$262,500
PCS to Tyndall Air Force Base????  This is the home for you!!!!

1825 square feetAll brick exteriorcovered patiolush landscapingopen floor plan with vaulted ceilingsGorgeous home in the popular Cherokee Heights neighborhood. This 3 bedroom, 2 full bath, open floor plan is very classy, yet very livable. As … (3 comments)

panama city: Shopping for a home..... - 01/18/08 01:19 PM
Shopping for a home is an exciting adventure and it's easy to get lost in a sea of dazzling for-sale homes and all of their fabulous amenities - which can cause you to temporarily forget that a large backyard is your top priority. To keep yourself focused, take time to identify … (0 comments)

panama city: Price Reduction!! - 01/18/08 12:43 PM
Come experience living at its finest! This remarkable contemporary style home is located in the beautiful community of Preserve on the Bay, in this community you can experience the finest Panama City Beach has to offer. This home captures you from the moment you step inside the marble foyer and see … (0 comments)

panama city: Great News for NW Florida!! - 01/17/08 08:16 PM
Here is the highlight of the article release by CNN Money Fortune magazine 1/14/2008
You can read the whole article by clicking on this web site! Its looking good in the Panhandle!!
http://money.cnn.com/2007/12/10/markets/best_stocks_2008.fortune/index.htm
St. Joe
We have no idea whether the Florida real estate market has hit rock bottom. What we do know … (0 comments)

panama city: Back To Nature - Oaks by the Bay Park, St Andrews Bay, Panama City, FL - 01/15/08 10:00 PM
Along the Bay in the historic St. Andrews area of Panama City, FL is a wonderful park called Oaks By the Bay!  I've been spending a lot of time in beautiful St. Andrews lately.  I have a wonderful new listing in that part of Panama City ... it's the oldest part … (31 comments)

panama city: Recommended Reading, Millionaire Real Estate Agent - 01/14/08 06:52 PM
For those of you who have not yet read it, I highly recommend reading the Millionaire Real Estate Agent by Gary Keller.
 With this book, we will ask, explore, and answer the most important question anyone in real estate sales could ever ask of themselves, "How do I, as a real estate … (6 comments)

panama city: Millionaire Real Estate Investor Seminar, Panama City, FL - 01/14/08 06:40 PM

Ever dreamed of being a real estate investor but did not know where to start?  Ever wonder how to build wealth in real estate?  This class could be what you are looking for.
What:  Real Estate Investment Seminar
When:  January 22, 2008 from 9 AM to 4:30 PM Central Time
Where: Gulf Coast Community … (1 comments)

panama city: Panama City Home, 3006 Par Dr, Sandy Creek Ranch - 01/13/08 06:13 PM
3006 Par Drive, Panama City, FL Beautiful 3 bedroom, 2 bath home situated on .3 acres just off of the 4th hole of the golf course. For ulitimate enjoyment, location is key on this quiet cul-de-sac. The seller has completly repainted the interior and new carpets are throughout living room as well … (0 comments)

panama city: Panama City Home, 3006 Par Dr, Sandy Creek Ranch - 01/13/08 06:13 PM
3006 Par Drive, Panama City, FL Beautiful 3 bedroom, 2 bath home situated on .3 acres just off of the 4th hole of the golf course. For ulitimate enjoyment, location is key on this quiet cul-de-sac. The seller has completly repainted the interior and new carpets are throughout living room as well … (0 comments)

panama city: Panama City Home for sale, Short Sale Opportunity, Premier Estates - 01/13/08 05:03 PM
 3100 Woodvalley Rd, Lynn Haven, FL $350,000Great Short Sale Opportunity. This HUGE 4 bedroom, 2 and 1/2 bath home features TWO master suites. The largest of the master suites measures 16x20 and has access to the inground pool through the master bathroom. The other master is on the second floor along with … (0 comments)

panama city: Panama City Airport (1/2007) - 01/12/08 06:57 PM
PANAMA CITY BEACH, Fla. - It will be either a major boon or a boondoggle, depending on who's talking.
But one thing is certain - a proposed new Panama City-Bay County International Airport could within two years change how metro Atlantans think about getting to the sugar-white sands of the Florida Panhandle.
"Atlanta … (0 comments)

panama city: Panama City Ranked #1 Place to Buy (2/2007) - 01/12/08 06:36 PM
The Best Places to (Still) Invest It's far too late to play the buy-and-flip game. But there are some great opportunities out there for those with the patience to buy and hold. By Paul Kaihla, Janet Rae-Dupree and Michael Fitzhugh, Business 2.0 Magazine February 12 2007: 4:56 PM EST(Business 2.0 Magazine) … (0 comments)

panama city: The Growth of Panama City 12/06 - 01/12/08 05:17 PM
  The Growth of Panama City Beach
By Marta Rose
The growth of Panama City Beach has of late been compared to that of its southern cousin, Miami
Beach. Known as the "million dollar sandbar," Miami Beach in the 1930s was born of fantasy and
speculation, designed for fun and profit. A morphing of modern … (3 comments)

panama city: Country Wide gone???? - 01/11/08 02:27 PM
Unfortunately we saw some changes over the past few weeks with our local Country Wide office. Back in December before Christmas, I was told to hold off on my marketing with Country Wide logos but was not told why, I was only told that there were changes coming in 2008. Then … (2 comments)

panama city: Airport Update!! - 01/11/08 02:20 PM
Most of us in NW Florida are for the new International Airport! However there are a few groups that are not and do not want to see NW Florida grow. On January 23 a hearing in NY will determine the next steps in the building of the airport, weather it will … (4 comments)

panama city: Tax issues in Florida - 01/11/08 02:09 PM
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panama city: Main Street Events ... In Downtown Panama City, FL - 01/11/08 09:31 AM
When I first moved to Panama City, Florida in 1984, the downtown area still looked a lot like the 1960s.  And that was after the downtown stores that had been updated.  Some of the area was even more dated back prior to the '50s. Of course that was when some major rennovation had been … (8 comments)

panama city: The Travelers Gift, The Fourth Decision For Success - 01/09/08 09:29 AM
  The Fourth Decision For SuccessArticle by Andy Andrews, from the book "The Traveler's Gift" "I HAVE A DECIDED HEART!"  A wise man once said, "A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step!" Knowing this to be true, I am taking my first step today For too long, my feet have … (1 comments)

panama city: What are your Goals?? - 01/07/08 09:21 PM
Did you know you are more likely to accomplish your goals if you write them down and look at them at lest once a week. I sat down and wrote mine down this past weekend. I don't want to call them New Years Resolutions, because I never keep them. But several … (8 comments)

panama city: Things are lookin' up - 01/07/08 01:43 PM
I don't know about you but my phone is ringing off the hook and its great!!! I have had more calls about property since the first of the year then I had from October to December!!! This must be a sign that things are looking up in our market. There are … (1 comments)

panama city: JANUARY, 2008, CALENDAR EVENTS IN THE PANAMA CITY, FL AREA - 01/06/08 10:58 AM
One of my "new year's resolutions" is to connect with local community service groups, churches, businesses, and fine arts programs.  I'm looking for organizations, clubs, groups, businesses, volunteer organizations, churches, schools, theatres, etc, who would like to get their calendars or schedules out to the people in our area ... Bay … (0 comments)

panama city: "The Professional Home Inspector's Role - In a Real Estate Transaction" - 01/05/08 09:03 PM
 When legal agreements start to come into play, such as during a home-buying process, a professional home inspector is hired to come out to assess and inspect the property in its entirety. The professional home inspector has become part of the real estate transaction. The home inspector plays a crucial role … (0 comments)

panama city: Huge price reduction, Derby Woods, Panama City, Florida - 01/05/08 05:57 PM
1534 Harvard Blvd, Lynn Haven, FL
Derby Woods Subdivision
$200,000 ($25,000 price reduction)
Short Sale Possibility
Short Sale Opportunity, bring us your best offer!!! Gorgeous open floor plan home is desirable Derby Woods subdivision. This home features a large living room with vaulted ceilings and a wood burning, stone clad fireplace. A pass thru opens … (1 comments)

panama city: Cherokee Heights, Panama City neighborhood report card 2007 - 01/05/08 03:16 PM
Cherokee Heights Report Card, 2007
2007 was a very active year for sales in the Cherokee Heights neighborhood in Panama City,Florida.  There are approximately 290 homes in Cherokee Heights, the sales numbers are as follows:
Active as of 1/1/08:  16   prices range from $186,900 to $284,900
Pending as of 1/1/08:  3
Sold in from 1/1/07 … (0 comments)

panama city: Recommended Reading, The Travelers Gift, Decision #3, I am a person of action - 01/05/08 03:04 PM
 The Third Decision For SuccessBrought to you by the Payne Group at Keller Williams Success Realtywww.knowpayneknowgain.comArticle by Andy Andrews, from the book "The Traveler's Gift" "I AM A PERSON OF ACTION"  Beginning today I will create a new future by creating a new me. No longer will I dwell in a pit of … (3 comments)

panama city: Historic "Cove" area, Panama City, Florida, great new listing - 01/05/08 02:58 PM
Great new listing in "The Cove" neighborhood of Panama City.
221 Harris Ave, Panama City, FL
$225,000
Beautiful, spacious home situated on a huge lot in the historic "Cove" area of town. It is not very often that 3 bedroom, 2 bath homes like this are on the market in the Cove. This … (1 comments)

panama city: Just Listed, Panama City, Florida, near Tyndall Airforce Base - 01/05/08 02:48 PM
Just Listed232 S Comet AvePanama City, Florida$150,000 Short sale opportunity!!!! This 3 bedroom 2 bath home has been lovingly renovated and is ready for occupancy. Laminate floors have been installed throughout most of the home and new tile has been layed in the bathrooms. The kitchen is open to the dining room … (0 comments)

panama city: "Just what does a Home Inspector do?" - 01/03/08 07:39 PM
Think of a professional home inspector as a detective searching throughout the house for clues that lead to a conclusion of the home's overall condition. A certified home inspector performs a very important service. He inspects an existing home using professional standards and equipment as a measure to accurately report the … (1 comments)

panama city: Vintage Victorian Home in Historic St Andrews Area, Panama City, FL - 01/02/08 10:06 PM
One of my favorite virtual tours is actually a musical photo show video.  It's free!  It's easy!  It shows the best features of the home in a new and interesting way.
Click on the link shown below to watch the musical video tour of this vintage victorian home located in the historic … (6 comments)

panama city: Make sure you get a Home Inspection!! - 01/02/08 08:52 PM
Should a buyer get a home inspection for a home they are buying? Should a seller order a home inspection prior to putting the property on the market? There are advantages for both. I had a recent buyer that chose not to get a home inspection and signed our company form … (1 comments)

panama city: New Beach Listing - 01/01/08 10:15 PM

WOW what better way to watch the sunset on Beautiful Panama City Beach then on the deck of your own beach cottage. This home has so much space, very large kitchen, bedrooms and living area, off street parking as well as more sunsets then you can handle! What a beauty, call … (2 comments)

panama city: The Buck Stops Here! Let's make this Market instead of it making us!! - 12/27/07 09:44 AM
TRAINING  NUGGET
The First Decision For Success
Article by: Andy Andrews from "The Traveler's Gift"
"The Buck Stops Here!"
From this moment forward, I will accept responsibility for my past.I understand that the beginning of wisdom is to accept the responsibility for my own problems, and by accepting responsibility for my own past; I free … (2 comments)

panama city: Seek Wisdom - 12/27/07 09:41 AM
TRAINING NUGGET
The Second Decision For Success
Article by Andy Andrews, from the book "The Traveler's Gift"
  
"I WILL SEEK WISDOM"
I WILL SEEK WISDOMKnowing that wisdom waits to be gathered, I will actively search her out.My past can never be changed, but I can change the future by changing my actions today.I WILL change … (2 comments)

panama city: Gorgeous home in Sandy Creek, Panama City Golf Course Living - 12/26/07 05:51 PM
3006 Par Drive, Panama City, FL$175,000Ready for golf course living?????????Beautiful 3 bedroom, 2 bath home situated on .3 acres just off of the 4th hole of the golf course. For ulitimate enjoyment, location is key on this quiet cul-de-sac. The seller has completly repainted the interior and new carpets are throughout … (2 comments)

panama city: Professionalism and the Realtor - 12/26/07 04:29 PM
I read so many blogs that deal with professionalism or the lack thereof.  The blogs that really amaze me are the ones that try to compare us to other professionals like doctors and lawyers.   Why in the world would we try to compare ourselves with doctors and lawyers?  While I do … (4 comments)

panama city: DO you practice what you preach? Why don't more realtors own multiple properties? - 12/26/07 04:07 PM
This is a question that has been rolling around in my head for a while.   We as realtors for the most part do not own any investment properties, somtehing like 25% do, but we often try to get others to buy investment property.   We usually know about the great deals before … (4 comments)

panama city: Recommended Reading.... The Traveler's Gift by Andy Andrews - 12/26/07 03:50 PM
We are on the second decision in The Travelers Gift, by Andy Andrews, in our book club.
I WILL SEEK WISDOM.   I will seek the counsel of wise men (and women) who have walked before me.  I will be very careful choosing those I want to associate with.   For me, this means … (5 comments)

panama city: Affordable living close to Tyndall Air Force Base, Panama City, Florida - 12/26/07 03:36 PM
6412 Lance St, Callaway (Panama City) Florida
$156,500
Affordable living very close to Tyndall Airforce Base and shopping/restaurants in Callaway. This brick and vinyl, 3 bedroom, 2 full bath home is ready for you. The living room is open to the dining area leading into the galley style kitchen with newer appliances. Sliding … (0 comments)

panama city: New listing, Lynn Haven, (Panama City) Florida - 12/26/07 02:25 PM
302 Liddon Place, Lynn Haven,FL$205,000The finest home in BelAire Estates. This 3 bedroom, 2 bath home has been carefully and lovingly renovated with new cabinets, counter tops, and new stainless steel appliances. Lamitate floors are throughout the kitchen and dining room for low maintenance and high quality. The huge sunk-in living … (0 comments)

panama city: What a Day - 12/25/07 07:08 PM
WOW What a day! This has been a great Christmas! We are in Williamsburg VA we are going skiing tomorrow and to Washington DC the day after, then we will shop in Old Williamsburg on Friday and come home Sat, I am already ready to get back to work, Its hard … (12 comments)

panama city: On the road at Christmas! - 12/19/07 10:08 PM
What are you doing for Christmas?
We are headed to the Biltmore Estate on Friday AM and then off to Washington DC, we will spend some time with my daughter, go skiing and visit the Washington DC area.
We hope if you are traveling you drive safely and have a Blessed Christmas and a … (1 comments)

panama city: Recommended Reading.... The Traveler's Gift by Andy Andrews - 12/19/07 01:16 PM
Anyone read "The Traveler's Gift by Andy Andrews"?  Our Panama City market center has a book club meeting every Wednesday morning where we choose a book and break it down into sessions to discuss.  The last book club was on The Millionaire Real Estate Agent".We are now reading "The Traveler's Gift" … (6 comments)

panama city: Happy Holidays!!!! 40,000 point post - 12/19/07 12:01 PM
I just wanted to wish my fellow rainers a very Happy Holidays and a for a prosperous new year!!
It just so happens that this is my post that I reached 40,000 points!!!!!   It has been a fun ride on AR so far.  I have met some great people and landed some … (5 comments)

panama city: Secret Agent? - 12/18/07 08:15 PM
Are you a secret agent?   I interact with many people on a daily basis and I am often dumbfounded at how many agents seem to be secret agents.  Why would you not want everyone to know that you are in real estate?  You don't wear your name badge, your name is … (7 comments)

panama city: Business Plans and the Real Estate Agent - 12/18/07 07:41 PM
We had a mini business planning clinic today in Panama City.  Gene Rivers of the Rivers Team in Tallahassee was the presenter.  Every one of Gene's classes that I have attended have produced at least one AHA.   Are you in business?   If a day goes by without a single lead, are … (2 comments)

panama city: Smoking hot deal, Cherokee Heights, Panama City, FL, SAVE THOUSANDS - 12/18/07 06:36 PM
We have another short sale that we lost our buyer on.  These short sales take quite some time to get in front of the lender's negotiator, but that part is done.   The easy part is left.   Attention Panama City home buyers!!! We have the very best deal in Cherokee Heights, Panama … (1 comments)

panama city: ATTENTION INVESTORS, SHORT SALE IN PANAMA CITY BEACH, one block from the beach - 12/18/07 06:23 PM
Thinking of buying real estate in Panama City Florida?   Want your very own beach house or weekly beach rental?  I have what you are looking for.
During our negotiations with the lender's loss mitigation department, our buyer decided not to wait as long as a short sale can take.  The negotiator is … (0 comments)

panama city: Helping our own! - 12/17/07 11:57 AM
 
Many of you have had the opportunity to be in one of Duke Tieman's classes.  He is one of our favorite instructors and teaches everything from Balancing your Life to GRI.  Friday morning approx 1:30 AM Duke's house burned and was a total loss.  In addition to losing everything he and … (3 comments)

panama city: What is your favorite "flipping" show? - 12/15/07 02:43 PM
It seems that every time we turn around there is a new show on TV about how to flip a home for profit.   They all are full of drama of course if they were not full of drama, no one would watch.  I like Flip this House because I like to … (3 comments)

panama city: Taining vs Action - 12/15/07 02:36 PM
As most of you know that read my blogs, I am very much learning based and attend as much training as time allows.  In our area, we usually see the same faces over and over again in training sessions.  The problem that I see is that we attend training and do … (3 comments)

panama city: Update on Panama City Airport!!! - 12/14/07 05:30 PM
On my way to a Christmas Party but thought Id pass this around to all of you who are interested in our market here in Panama City!!
The Air Port is coming, the Air Port is coming!!!
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panama city: 2215 W 9th Street, Panama City, FL - 12/14/07 02:10 PM
VINTAGE VICTORIAN HOME BUILT CIRCA 1876 IN THE ST ANDREWS BAY AREA OF PANAMA CITY, FL
It's one of those homes you drive past for years wondering who the lucky family is that lives there.  A huge corner lot located less than a block from the sparkling waters of beautiful St Andrews Bay in … (6 comments)

panama city: Now is a GREAT time to Buy a Home! - 12/14/07 09:25 AM
If you're ready to buy a home and can afford it, now is a great time to buy. Mortgage interest rates remain very low. In many areas, buyers have a lot of inventory from which to choose and long-term homeownership continues to be one of the best ways for the typical … (1 comments)

panama city: Update on my Nephew - 12/13/07 09:32 AM
Well today Randy will go in for his 10th brain surgery, they will put an ICP monitor in his brain to figure out why he has so much pressure and to see if they will need to do a skul expanding surgery next week. please continue to pray for him.
At … (2 comments)

panama city: Business planning clinic in Panama City, FL December 18, 2007 - 12/12/07 04:59 PM
Ready for 2008?
Business Planning Clinic
Gene Rivers
ABR, CRP,CRS,GRI, LTG
December 18, 2007
10:00am - 3:00pm
Registration at 9:30am
Location:
Gulf Coast Community College
Student Union East Room 243
5230 W. Highway 98
Panama City, FL 32401
Cost: FREE
This clinic, developed around The Millionaire Real Estate Agent, is a business-planning course … (0 comments)

panama city: WOW what a month!!!!!! - 12/12/07 01:20 AM
Haven't been on in about a week or more, Market has picked up, I have two closings by the end of the month and 3 for January. That is about the only good thing that is happening.
So far this month, that is supposed to be a fun, memory filled month as … (6 comments)

panama city: STOP WHINING AND START SHINING!!!!!! - 12/10/07 07:37 PM
This is to everyone out there that seem to use "The Market is terrible, the market stinks. blah, blah, blah" as thier crutch.  I say Stop Whining and Start Shining.   The market is what it is, the boom days are over. The fact of the matter is people are always going … (8 comments)

panama city: Paynefully obvious ramblings, Technology and the real estate agent - 12/10/07 02:19 PM
Recently, It has been painfully (or Paynefully in my case) obvious that TOO MANY agents are not able to check their email unless they are sitting in front of their computer.   Since email is typically the preferred method of disseminating information from one agent to another, why do agents, lenders, anyone in business, not … (1 comments)

panama city: Please Welcome my friend,Lori Glaze, to active rain - 12/10/07 01:53 PM
Please welcome my good friend and fellow realtor to AR.   Lori Glaze is a Realtor in the North Georgia Mountains.  Her profile can be viewed here...  http://activerain.com/loriglaze .   Lori and her husband Tom are part of the ownership group at http://www.copperheadlodge and are also builders of quality homes around the Blairsville, … (4 comments)

panama city: Panama City, FL real estate report card, November, 2007 - 12/10/07 01:24 PM
Panama City FL Report Card, November 2007 Keller Williams Success Realty Sales number for Panama City, FL for November 2007The Panama City Florida market is still alive and well as witnessed by our sales numbers for the year.  To date, we have sold in excess of 1.5 BILLION dollars in residential real estate, … (2 comments)

panama city: Cherokee Heights, Panama City Report Card for Dec 1, 2007 - 12/10/07 01:14 PM
Cherokee Heights Report Card, Panama City, FL Keller Williams Success RealtyCherokee Heights continues to be a very hot subdivision in Panama City, Fl  Below are the number for the year to date:Sales   41 sales ranging from  $182,000 to $280,000   Pending or contingent sales   8                                                           Active properties   13Total number of homes  190To find out the … (4 comments)

panama city: Did anyone see the lunatic run onto the field in the Bears/Redskins game? - 12/06/07 08:58 PM
Wow, I thought "Did I just see what I think I saw?"   Some lunatic just charged onto a football field in the middle of the game.  First off, how did he get through security?  Second, why would you charge into a game where the linemen weigh in over 350 pounds?   But … (6 comments)

panama city: Proud to say I am a member of the Patriot Guard Riders - 12/06/07 08:09 PM
Recently, the communities of Panama City and Panama City Beach rallied around a young family whose life was turned upside down when their breadwinner and hero was injured in Iraq.  Cpl. Jeremy Cabaniss was injured when an IED blew up.   His life would never be the same.   Help was needed and … (6 comments)

panama city: Panama City Florida Real Estate by The Payne Group - 12/06/07 07:18 PM
Attention Panama City Real Estate Buyers!!!We have some really great homes for sale, priced right.
Now is the time to buy, Interest Rates are still low, some under 6%.  Sellers are motivated, many assisting with closing costs and pre-paid items for the buyers.
Here are some of our great deals in Panama City, … (0 comments)

panama city: Introducing Deerfield Estates, Panama City, Florida - 12/06/07 05:54 PM
Deerfield Estates, Panama City's newest neighborhood presented byKeller Williams Success RealtyDeerfield Estates is new 20 home subdivision on Panama City's north side near the popular Cherokee Heights which features Tommy Smith Elementary School and Merritt Brown Middle School.  This area of the city is popular with young families and our nations … (2 comments)

panama city: Testimonials, do you collect them? What's your most prized testimomnial? - 12/05/07 09:16 PM
Do you collect testimonials on all of your sales?  I send out a customer service satisfaction survey a month after closing to reaffirm how we did as well as to get a testimonial.  Most of them get filled out and sent back to us.  What are some of your prized testimonials that … (4 comments)

panama city: Panama City, Floridas best deal, Waterfront Lot on Deerpoint Lake - 12/05/07 09:01 PM
Check out this great new listing on Panama City's Deerpoint Lake.  1/2 acre lot with 100 feet of waterfront.INDIAN BLUFF DRIVEBRING YOUR BOAT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!Looking for a place to build your dream home on Deerpoint Lake? This huge 1/2 acre WATERFRONT LOT is perfect for the custom home that you have been dreaming … (0 comments)

panama city: Thinking of buying or selling in Panama City, Florida? - 12/05/07 08:52 PM
Looking to buy or sell real estate in Panama City, Florida. The Payne Group has your needs covered.  From first time home buyers to the "destination buyer", we have the tools to make your next real estate transaction smooth and trouble free.  Call us today at 850-890-0132
Check out our website at … (0 comments)

panama city: OSU vs LSU, who will be the national champion? - 12/04/07 08:48 PM
Ohio State and LSU will be playing for the BCS national championship game.  What are your predicitions for the game?  Does Ohio State play a tough enough schedule in the BIG TEN?   It seems as though LSU has had some real battles in the SEC and should be ready for Ohio … (11 comments)

panama city: What do you want for Christmas? - 12/04/07 08:41 PM
Well Christmas is upon us.  The question that everyone asks is "What do you want for Christmas?"  This is really a question with many answers.  Many parents spend thousands of dollars on thier children for Christmas even if the child is not a child anymore.  Just last week I met a … (5 comments)

panama city: #1 Expert Website, anyone have one? - 12/04/07 07:49 PM
My number one expert website is now up and running at www.knowpayneknowgain.com .   There is so much to learn about these sites and it can be a bit overwhelming.  Does anyone have any tips and tricks for these sites?   I plan on taking the webinars and reading more about the ins … (2 comments)

panama city: What are you doing for the Holidays? - 12/03/07 09:15 PM
With 6 kids we decided that this year we would take a trip. We decided this in April while cleaning out from under my 8 year olds, bed. She had gifts that were given to her at Christmas that were not even out of the package yet. So someone please tell … (1 comments)

panama city: Come on everyone, get a PROFESSIONAL email address - 11/29/07 08:03 PM
Each time that I send an email to another agent or lender, I am amazed at the number of unprofessional email addresses. Why do agents feel like they have to have some cutesy email address like  mrbill3456789sellscondosonthebeachinflorida921345@hotmail.com?   That is a bit of an exageration but you get my point.  If … (15 comments)

panama city: Show us your adult toys!! - 11/29/07 07:22 PM
Come on, not those kinds of toys.  I am talking about your motorcycles, hot rods, trucks, ATV's, race cars, and other "adult toys".   I know, I know, those toys may not be as exciting as the toys that most of you thought of when you saw the title, but for many … (4 comments)

panama city: Business Cards, how much information is enough - 11/29/07 07:10 PM
My business cards change frequently because I am always giving them away.  I gave 7000 away from June of 06 to June of 07.  I have a card for potential clients and I have a card for referrals when I meet out of town agents at events.  My client card has … (7 comments)

panama city: Update- Short Sale - 11/29/07 07:04 PM
Well, I called again today # 21 & #22. I left two messages, one for my processor and one for her supervisor. Going on 5 weeks now, closing was supposed to be tomorrow. I think we will be missing it. :) The buyers are ready to walk. They are looking for … (4 comments)

panama city: Updaate - Nephew - 11/29/07 06:55 PM
Hey gang, thanks for all the prayers, My nephew (Randy) is doing much better. They still have not fixed the problem, not quite that easy. The shunt that he has is one of the most technical kinds they make. They have to adjust it and only a couple of people are … (3 comments)

panama city: Cowboys and Packers, who is going to win? - 11/29/07 06:53 PM
The Dallas Cowboys and Green Bay Packers are about ready to rumble.  These teams are both playing very well right now so this should be a great showdown.  The young gun Romo against the great Brett Favre.  I for one am a Steelers fan so I naturally pull for any team … (13 comments)

panama city: Update on my Nephew - 11/28/07 05:42 PM
Well today my sister took my Nephew to ORMC (Orlando Regional Medical Center) They discovered that his shunt needs to be adjusted. The problem is that it is sucking too much fluid off of his brain. That is what is causing all of the headaches and vomiting.
The good news, they … (4 comments)

panama city: Do you charge a cancellation fee for your listings? - 11/26/07 09:25 PM
Do you charge a cancellation fee on your listings when the seller wants to cancel early?   I hear of many different fees that offices charge for a seller cancelling a listing early. 
What do you charge?   Are you required to charge a fee by your broker?
My philosphy is this....  I do … (9 comments)

panama city: Is overpricing a listing an ethical violation? - 11/26/07 07:28 PM
Being a listing agent, I try my best to get listings that are priced in the market and listings that meet the price, terms and condition needed to sell.  Turning down listings can be very hard, especially for newer agents looking to build their inventory.
Aside from being very troublesome dealing with … (12 comments)

panama city: Listings, take them all or only the good ones? What do you do? - 11/26/07 06:47 PM
When it comes to listings, there seem to be a few schools of thought.  One is to only take the listings on your conditions, price and terms.  Take and service only the sellable listings and do not bother taking the bad ones or the overpriced listings.
Another idea is to take any … (8 comments)

panama city: Great new listing in Panama City Beach, FL Check this out!!!!! - 11/26/07 06:35 PM
5008 Tommy Smith Dr, Panama City, FLCherokee Heights Subdivision$200,0003 bed2 bathlarge lot2 car garagemove in ready Gorgeous home in the heart of Cherokee Heights. This 3 bedroom, 2 bath home is within walking distance to Tommy Smith Elementary and Merritt Brown Middle School, making it very convenient for the growing family. As … (0 comments)

panama city: The Neighbor has a for sale sign!! - 11/26/07 11:23 AM
OK what is going on here, I live in what we like to call Realtor Row, kinda funny but there are 4 Realtors on my street all my competitors, all of us with different companies. I "farm" my neighborhood like crazy. I know my neighbors I talk to my neighbors, my kids play … (2 comments)

panama city: Get ready for the new year!! NOW!!! - 11/26/07 10:43 AM
If you haven't read the article in Realty Times by Jason Burkholder, I have added it here for you to read. Get ready for what is to come! Are you going to be the Ant or the Grasshopper???  Im going to be the Ant. I am getting my plan together now! … (2 comments)

panama city: Update on Shortsale - 11/26/07 10:18 AM
Update on my short-sale, AAGGHHHHH I am going to pull my hair out over this one. I called Wels Fargo once again this morning. It is my 17th logged call to them. I got to the very polite call monitor who answered the phone and said I was still in processing. … (4 comments)

panama city: Why Real Estate? Why do you do what you do? - 11/25/07 03:46 PM
I know this has been asked many times on AR.  Everyone has a different answer and they are all correct.   Why did you choose real estate? 
My reasons are probably pretty boring but I decided to get my real estate license because I did not want to work in a steel mill … (6 comments)

panama city: What is the best real estate related class that you have taken? - 11/25/07 03:36 PM
Being new in this business, I try to attend as many classes as possible.  My mind is like a sponge in these classes, learning as much as I can. 
What is the best class that you have taken to enhance your real estate sales career?
To date, CAMP 4:4:3 has been the … (7 comments)

panama city: Happy Thanksgiving - 11/22/07 06:25 AM
Just wanted to wish everyone a Happy Thanksgiving, and reflect what we can be thankful for. In our home we are thankful for
1. Our long awaited adoption of our two youngest children was final on July 24th!
2. Our nephew came home safely from Iraq on September 30th!
3. Our Daughter came home … (7 comments)

 
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