FIRST TIME HOME BUYER TAX CREDIT--THE TIME IS NOW

If you have been sitting on the fence waiting for the right time to buy a home, you may
 want to consider getting out there now before time runs out if you are a first time home buyer or have not owned a home in the last 3 years.
 
Reasons to Buy NOW: 

Interest Rates are at an all time LOW (Really your not likely to get much better than this)
 * Vast amount of inventory(There are a lot of nice homes out there with really great prices and many of them are getting multiple offers now, especially with the deadline getting closer, don't lose the homes that you love, just because your reading all the negative news or your neighbor said to wait. By then, interest rates may go up, the tax credit may be gone and that house that you love may be gone or that great price may not be there anymore) To find your dream home

 *The $8000 Tax Credit

HIGHLIGHTS OF THE $8000 FIRST TIME HOME BUYER TAX CREDIT
* Lessor of 10% of cost w/ maximum credit of $8000
* Any single family properties including condos, townhomes that will be used as a principal residence qualify
*The credit is claimed on the tax return to reduce the purchasers liability, any credit amount unused will be refunded to the purchaser.
*Full amount of credit available to those with AGI of $75,000 ($150,000 if filing joint return)
* Credit is available to purchaser who have not owned a home in the previous 3 years prior to purchase
*No repayment for purchases made on or after January 1, 2009 and before December 1, 2009 The Home Must Close By December 1, 2009!!!
 For more complete details  


To Buy and/or Sell your Home in the Tampa and surrounding area, specializing in the New Tampa, Wesley Chapel, Land O Lakes area's,  Contact an experienced REALTOR you can trust to achieve your real estate goals. Contact Sherry Laursen, Coldwell Banker Residential Real Estate, 19026 Bruce B Downs Blvd. Tampa FL 33647  Office 813-977-3500 or Direct 813-368-5893 or email

 

 New Tampa Homes For Sale Vs Sold Comparables

 These are Homes "For Sale" as well as Homes "Sold" in the New Tampa (33647)  analysis for a 1 year comparison.

The market has picked up and buyers are taking advantage of the $8000 tax incentive, as well as the great prices on homes, the great inventory and low interest rates. Now is a Great Time to Buy a Home.

 
 
  1 year 15 months
  July 08 July 09 % Change May 08 July 09 % Change
For Sale 6911 4905 -29% 7131 4905 -31.2%
Sold 491 490 -0.2% 491 490 -0.2%
Pended 515 708 37.5% 562 708 26%

For more information on homes in the New Tampa and surrounding area, contact Sherry Laursen, REALTOR with Coldwell Banker Residential Real Estate. Tampa, Florida 33647

 

                                                 New Tampa Florida 33647

New Tampa is a flourishing suburban area in Tampa Florida that has experienced extraordinary growth in the past several years in both residential and commercial areas. New Tampa zip code is 33647. Newcomers of New Tampa will enjoy fine master planned communities with premier conservation and waterfront homesites with beautiful palm trees all across the area.  Many communities offer amenities including swimming pools, tennis courts, playgrounds, fitness centers, clubhouses as well as various planned community activities.

The housing selection in New Tampa is attractive and abundant and offers something for everyone from beautiful townhomes and villa's to exquisite luxury estates.  Search home in the Tampa area

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Residents of New Tampa are minutes from golf courses, lakes, hospitals, VA Medical Center, Colleges, shopping, and easy access to major roads and interstates. And of course, don't forget, Busch Gardens, Lowry Park Zoo, Adventure Island and so much more to enjoy all nearby.

For more information on specific homes and neighborhoods in New Tampa and to find your home in this beautiful area contact me

To Buy and/or Sell a home in the Tampa or surrounding area, please contact Sherry Laursen, A REALTOR with Coldwell Banker Residential Real Estate, 19026 Bruce B Downs Blvd, Tampa FL 33647  (813) 977-3500 Office (813) 368-5893 Direct or email me

 

 

LUXURY TOWNHOME IN GATED HAMMOCKS COMMUNITY IN NEW TAMPA

8513 TRAIL WIND DRIVE TAMPA FLORIDA 33647    OFFERED @ $99,900        SOLD

Enjoy a 2 bedroom 2.5 bath 1173 sq. ft. luxury townhome in the gated maintenance free community of the Hammocks. This home boasts 2 large bedrooms, both with walk-in closets, both have a full bath with marble counters,  tile shower with beautiful listellos. The spacious kitchen has granite counter tops, 42" cherry cabinets with crown molding, ceramic tile and breakfast bar. Complete appliance package, including washer and dryer. Bright and open living area with sliders to the lanai. Upgraded ceiling fans and light fixtures in every room. The community amenities include 2 pools, tennis courts, fitness, clubhouse, nature trails & more. This home has all you need to enjoy Florida living at its finest at an affordable price. This is a conventional sale, ready for immediate closing.

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For more info on this home or to buy/sell a home in the New Tampa or surrounding area contact me

Sherry Laursen, Realtor, Certified EcoBroker    Coldwell Banker Residential Real Estate

 

 

BEAUTIFUL EXQUISITE POOL HOME IN NEW TAMPA'S ARBOR GREENE COMMUNITY

10223 DEERCLIFF DRIVE, TAMPA FLORIDA 33647   OFFERED @ $324,700           SOLD

Exquisite 4 bedroom plus large bonus room, 3 car garage, 2780 SF pool home on over 1/4 acre conservation lot on the cul-de-sac in the gated community of Arbor Greene in the Village of Parkview. Spacious kitchen features wrap around breakfast bar, corian  counter tops, 42 inch maple cabinets, built-in oven and microwave, smooth top stove as well as an eat-in breakfast area overlooking the pool with waterfall and conservation views. Formal living room & dining room greets you as you enter the home, followed by the open & bright family room w/lots of natural light from the many sliders. There is also a fireplace to top it all off. Many columns & arches add to the beauty. The luxurious owner's retreat features french doors, tray ceilings, crown molding & huge walk-in closet. Master bath has dual vanity, garden tub, cultured marble counters. Additional bedrooms offer ceiling fans & generous closet space. All bedrooms downstairs with large Bonus room upstairs. State of the art Guardian security system. Community features pools, tennis courts, playgrounds, clubhouse and more. Enjoy the Florida Lifestyle at it's finest. Home Warranty by American Home Shield.

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For more information on this home or to buy/sell a home in the New Tampa or surrounding area, contact me

Sherry Laursen, Realtor, Certified EcoBroker         Coldwell Banker Residential Real Estate

 

Arbor Greene is one of New Tampa's most sought-after communities. The community has a 24-hr. manned gate guard at the main gate as well as private villages inside Arbor Greene, many who also have their own private electronic gates.

Arbor Greene is a master planned community where residents enjoy many amenities including beautiful pools, tennis courts, basketball, fitness center and athletic club. There's also well appointed children's playgrounds throughout the community.

Arbor Greene homes are surrounded by 91 acres of beautiful lakes and 105 acres of peaceful conservation. The community also backs up to Flatwoods Park, a 5400 acre wilderness park with walking and biking trails.

Single family homes in Arbor Grene range from $200K to around $1M.

Arbor Greene community consists of Maintenance Free Villa's, 3-Story Townhomes and Single Family Homes.

#Homes Currently on the market in Arbor Greene--39

#Homes Currently pending in Arbor Greene--24

#Homes Sold in the last 6 Months in Arbor Greene-28

 Featured Home       

For more information on buyilng/selling a home in the New Tampa or surrounding area contact me

Sherry Laursen, Realtor, Certified EcoBroker       Coldwell Banker Residential Real Estate

                                                                               

 

The Free Standing Villa is a 3 Bed 2 bath 1680 sq ft.   Priced at only $177,559        SOLD

Stunning maintenance free detached villa in gated Churchill Village in golf course community of Lexington Oaks. Spacious eat-in kitchen with plenty of cabinet & counter space., breakfast bar & closet pantry. Complete appliance package included.  The open great room floor plan leads to the covered screened lanai area. 3rd bedroom has no closet and is being used as a den/office. You'll love the size of the master suite w/bath, walk-in closet and dual vanity. Carpet & ceramic tile throughout. Village residents have own pool & cabana as well as access to Lexington Oaks community resort style pool, tennis, fitness, playground and more. Easy access to I-75. Home priced right for a quick sale!

For more information contact Sherry Laursen, Coldwell Banker Residential Real Estate

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 8128 HAMPTON GLEN DR Tampa FL 33647      Offered at an amazing price of $499,900 WDN

4 Bedroom plus bonus room plus theater room,3389 sq ft, 4 baths, 3 car garage and heated spa and pool Conservation on 2 sides. Granite counters thru-out. Stainless appliances, fully insulated and wired Theater room plus extra game room, upstairs balcony. Arches, trayed ceilings, art niches, large tile thru-out. Kitchen features beautiful bull nosed granite countertops, 42 inch cabinets with crown molding and pull-outs, spacious prep island and wrap-around breakfast bar plus eat-in area. All appliances include washer & dryer. Large family room pre-wired for surround sound. Granite counters in baths. Master bedroom features trayed ceiling and walk-in closets. Master bath has granite counters, separate garden tub, with beautiful tile accents and listellos in shower and bath. Triple sliders that pocket, open to the beautiful pavered lanai, full size pool with extra decking and heated spa. Pool overlooks both wooded and treesy conservation area. Huge 19x16 upstairs bonus room. Romeo and Juliet balcony.

 

     

For more info contact me or call 813 368 5893

Coldwell Banker Real Estate    19026 Bruce B. Downs Blvd. Tampa FL 33647   (813) 977-3500

 

 

Beautiful Home in Gated Community

3301 Evening Breeze Loop   Wesley Chapel Florida 33543              Offered at $419,900  SLD

Glorious" home, all the upgrades! Granite, cherry, italian tile, plantation shutters, huge lanai and bonus room with a bonus room! 5 bedrooms/3 baths/ 3 car garage in beautiful Seven Oaks subdivision. 3500 sq ft. heated.  From the formal entry to the oversized lanai, this is brand new condition in every way. Just 2 years new and every upscale amenity one can order. The granite is beautiful and the stainless steel appliances are state of the art. Plantation shutters are everywhere and the effect is "Southern Living" magazine material. Oversized closets, oversized pool room, bonus room, office and living dining room. The master suite is truly generous and rich. Close to shopping, restaurants & I-75.

Seven Oaks community offers heated pools, recreation, tennis courts, playgrounds and so much more

 

    

For more information on this home call 813-368-5893 or contact me

Coldwell Banker Real Estate  19026 Bruce B. Downs Blvd. Tampa FL 33647 (813) 977-3500

 

 

These are two beautiful videos that have beautiful scenes and inspiration no matter what your faith may be. Be sure to turn up the volume also, the music just adds that special touch.

 

The Interview with God  Press view Presentation after opening

 

 

Pathways to Peace   Press view Presentation after opening

 

I think these just make you feel good inside and thankful for the things around us and for what we have. I hope you enjoy them as much as I do.

 
 
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Sherry Laursen

Tampa, FL

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Coldwell Banker Residential Real Estate

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