Grand Hampton In New Tampa

MARKET REPORT JANUARY 2012

Grand Hampton is a beautiful master planned community in New Tampa known for its natural beauty, luxury homes and resort lifestyle.  You'll find many new home builders as well as re-sale homes available, many on conservation and water view homesites. Many designs are offered, from Mediterranean and Spanish inspired elevations. Grand Hampton is a 24 hr. manned gated community offering beautiful homes and townhomes for even the most picky buyers.

The resort at Grand Hampton includes pools, lighted tennis and basketball courts, a canoeing and kayak outpost, a grand clubhouse with a fitness center, playgrounds, picnic areas, hiking trails and bike paths.

Grand Hampton is located in New Tampa, with easy access to Interstate, shopping, hospitals, USF, golf courses, entertainment, excellent schools and more.

MARKET REPORT FOR GRAND HAMPTON JANUARY 2012  (SINGLE FAMILY HOMES)

CURRENTLY ON THE MARKET-33     OF THOSE 9 ARE SHORT SALES 2 ARE BANK OWNED AND 22 ARE CONVENTIONAL SALE HOMES

CURRENTLY UNDER CONTRACT-16

SOLD IN GRAND HAMPTON IN LAST 6 MONTHS- 34

LOOKS LIKE THE SUN IS COMING BACK OUT (WELL ITS ALWAYS SUNNY IN FLORIDA), BUT THE HOUSING MARKET IS STARTING TO SHINE AGAIN TOO. ALWAYS GREAT TO SEE.

To Buy/Sell a Home the Tampa or Surrounding area, contact an experienced REALTOR who will make your real estate needs a priority, Contact Sherry Laursen, Coldwell Banker Residential Real Estate, 19026 Bruce B Downs Blvd. Tampa, FL 33647   (813) 977-3500 Office (813) 368-5893 Direct email   Search for Homes

REAL ESTATE MOMENTS THAT MAKE YOU SMILE

In the business of Real Estate, you come across a lot of different people. I’ve been pretty

lucky to meet a lot of wonderful and interesting ones.

For example, the attorneys who always have to change something on the contract, even if it has the same meaning. The first time home buyer who has to review every line at least three times.   The macho man who won’t review the contract at all because he “already knows it all”.   The buyers who feel they have to get that “deal” until they understand what a “deal” really is.  And then those that actually listen when you advise them what to price their home or offer to pay.

Though every situation and everyone is different…..I’ve enjoyed each person because the ending is the SAME, I get a big SMILE and many THANK YOU’S  from my clients for a job well done and that’s what’s important to me.  Knowing the seller is happy with the terms their home has sold for and the buyer is happy with their new home and I’ve helped someone else move on to the next chapter in their life makes me SMILE.

To Buy or Sale a Home in Tampa or the Surrounding Area's, Contact  Sherry Laursen, REALTOR , Coldwell Banker Residential Real Estate, 19026 Bruce B Downs Blvd. Tampa, FL 33647 (813) 977-3500 Office or (813) 368-5893 Direct  Email  To Search For A Home Click Here 

MAKING YOUR REAL ESTATE GOALS A PRIORITY....TOGETHER WE CAN MAKE IT HAPPEN

BEAUTIFUL HOME IN ACTIVE ADULT COMMUNITY    TAMPA BAY GOLF AND TENNIS CLUB

 FADE CT. SAN ANTONIO FLORIDA 33576   Listed @ $129,000            SLD   

Beautiful 3 bed 2 bath 1538 sq ft home on corner conservation lot in the active adult community of Tampa Bay Golf and Tennis Club in San Antonio. No need to worry about the lawn, that's taken care of for you...just sit back and enjoy the beautiful conservation view and all the community activities such as the 27 holes of golf, swimming pool, tennis, restaurants, pro shop and many other activites throughout. You'll fall in love with this home the minute you walk through the door from the open and bright living room and dining room leading to the screened lanai overlooking the beautiful conservation to the eat in kitchen. The spacious owners retreat has a large master bath and huge walk in closet. This home is very well maintained and pride of ownership is evident. The home could be enjoyed as a year round resident or as a snow bird.

For more information on this home or to buy/sale a home in the Tampa or surrounding area's, call a REALTOR that will make your real estate needs a PRIORITY

Sherry Laursen, REALTOR  Coldwell Banker Residential Real Estate 19026 Bruce B. Downs Blvd. Tampa, FL 33647 (813) 368-5893 Direct (813) 977-3500 Office

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                         THE FIRST IMPRESSION CAN MAKE A HUGE DIFFERENCE WHEN SELLING YOUR HOME

  Did you know that statistics show that within the first 15 seconds of seeing your home,  a buyer has already developed some sort of an opinion.

 That's why the FIRST IMPRESSION is so critical.   These are a few suggestions to make sure the outside of your home passes that First Impression test.

* Make sure the street and sidewalk area in front of your home is free of litter & debris and remove any    weeds growing between cracks in the sidewalk, sweep the area, if needed. (Week old newspaper and an old phone book in the yard is a no-mo).

* If your mailbox looks old and worn out, maybe its time to replace or paint it. It lets the buyer know that you care about even minor details.

* Check your outdoor lights/lamps, if they appear to be rusted, new ones may be needed.

* How's your driveway look? If its stained/dirty, consider a power wash.

* Make sure your windows are clean on the inside and outside. ( That great view doesn't look so nice out of a dirty window).

* The roof is a very important aspect of your home. Make sure you replace any missing or broken shingles or tiles. Paint eaves and fascia boards. If the roof is old and needs replaced, consider replacing it before putting your home on the market.

* One of the first things a buyer sees when they pull up to your home is your lawn. Be sure to keep your lawn watered (of course adhere to local water restrictions) and mowed and sod if needed. Neatly trimmed shrubs are also essential. Its also always nice to see a added touch with flowers or greenery as long as its not overboard.

* Since everyone will definitely be seeing your doorway, make sure the door is clean and painted if necessary. Replace the hardware if its old or tarnished. And make sure the lock works. ( I don't know how many times I've went to open the door and the key gets stuck or jammed or you have to pull the door this way or that way to get it to work).

   The First Impression is critical and can make a huge difference in whether you get an offer or even a showing on your home and what price that offer may be. Even the minor details can show that you take care of your home. Take the time to stand back and really look at how the outside of your home may look to a potential buyer. Or have a friend that's not afraid to look at your home and give you their honest opinion.  

 
To Buy and/or Sell a Home in the Tampa and surrounding area's, specializing in New Tampa, Wesley Chapel, Land O Lakes,  call Sherry Laursen, Coldwell Banker Residential Real Estate, 19026 Bruce B Downs Blvd. Tampa FL 33647. Email or contact me at (813) 368-5893 Direct or (813) 977-3500 Office

To search for your next home with an agent who will make your real estate needs a priority search here

                               Premier Arbor Greene Homes in New Tampa  Enjoy the Peace of Nature

                                                                                               With The City Not Far Away

Arbor Greene is a premier master planned community in New Tampa, probably one of the most sought after communities in the area.(zip 33647) Arbor Greene is 596 acres of beautiful woodlands, conservation and meticulously landscaped properties. You'll notice the beauty as you drive through the 24 hour guarded manned entrance at the main gate. Some of the villages inside also have secondary electronic gates. The grounds are filled with Florida palm trees and beautiful flowers. You'll notice the sand cranes often while walking on the trails.

What kind of home can you get in Arbor Greene? Well, pretty much anything you want! To start with, Arbor Greene has maintenance-free villas of Devonshire for those who like the maintenance free lifestyle all in one low fee and a beautiful home to match. The community also offers The Carriage Homes, which in essence are 3-story townhomes, offered with or without elevators, whatever you prefer. They are beautiful townhomes with great floorplan options as well as garages. And of course Arbor Greene has beautiful single family homes ranging from around $200,000 to around $1million. Many homes offer awesome conservation and also ponds views.

What does Arbor Greene offer to the residents? Arbor Greene has a great Athletic/Fitness center which offer scheduled activities throughout the year for residents, 8 Har-Tru Tennis Courts,Lap Pool as well as a Resort Style Pool, Walking Trails as well as numerous playgrounds throughout the community. There is also easy access to Flatwoods Park, a wilderness park in the area known as a great spot for walking, biking and hiking.

Just outside of Arbor Greene is the elementary and middle schools, with the high school nearby. Also, outside the gate are the public library, restaurants, plenty of shopping and healthcare. Easy access to interstate and USF nearby.

To buy and/or sell and home in the Tampa and surrounding area's Contact Sherry Laursen, REALTOR, Coldwell Banker Residential Real Estate, 19026 Bruce B Downs Blvd Tampa FL 33647 (813) 977-3500 Office or (813) 368-5893 Direct or email    Contact a REALTOR that will make your real estate needs a PRIORITY   Search for Homes   Contact Me

                                   Cory Lake Isle Homes in New Tampa Simple Elegance

Cory Lake Isle is a beautiful master planned premier community in New Tampa, zip code 33647. Cory Lake Isle has been developed along beautiful Cory Lake and connects with 17,000 acres of protected woodlands. The community has a 24 hour manned security gate. Cory Lake Isle will look a little different than other communities from the moment you drive through the entrance. The roads are all made of red brick and lined with beautiful palm trees, and lush tropical landscaping, just one of the things that makes Cory Lake Isle stand apart from the others.

 Residents of Cory Lake Isle have a variety of amenities for the active lifestyle. Relax at the 6,000 sq ft beach house with a private beach area with white sands for that island inspired lifestyle. Take the boat out on the 165 acre ski lake for water skiing or do a little bass fishing. Some homes also have their own private docks, public docks are available for those that don't. Cory Lake residents also enjoy tennis, volleyball, rollerskating, canoeing as well as playgrounds for the kids.

Cory Lake Isle has easy access to the interstate, hospitals, VA Medical Center, Moffitt Cancer Center and University of South Florida. Cory Lake Isle is in an A-Rated school district and close to the New Tampa Public Library. Cory Lake Isle is also nearby the new Wiregrass Shopping Center, with plenty of shopping nearby.

Cory Lake Isle is like the urban lifestyle with the convenience of the city.

Homes in Cory Lake Isle range from just under $200,000 to Luxury million dollar Estates

If your looking for a beautiful home with tropical landscaping to sometimes hear the piercing calls of a Sand Hill Crane flying by or the Island Inspired Lifestyle with lots of activities to keep you busy, then Cory Lake Isle may be the neighborhood for you.

To Buy/Sell a Home in the Tampa or Surrounding area, contact an experienced REALTOR who will make your real estate needs a priority, contact Sherry Laursen, Coldwell Banker Residential Real Estate, 19026 Bruce B Downs Blvd. Tampa FL 33647 813-977-3500 Office or Direct 813-368-5893 or email   search for homes

Interested in Saving Money on your Florida Homeowner's Insurance?

Wind Mitigation Inspections Can Help you save $$ on your Homeowners Insurance Premiums

Do you have one on your current Home? If not, its something you may want to consider if you live in Florida. Also, when you purchase a home, consider adding the wind inspection along with the regular home inspection to possibly reduce your insurance premium

A Florida Statute requires insurance companies to offer Florida homeowners "discounts, credits, or other rate differentials.." for construction techniques that reduce damage and loss in windstorms. Usually the discounts range anywhere between 15%-75% off the windstorm portion of a Homeowner's Insurance Policy, each company is different, so check with your provider to see the specifics on your policy.

Wind Mitigation Inspections must be done by a qualified Inspector. Some of the building features that are checked during the inspection and that can reduce your premiums include: Roof Deck Attachments, Secondary Water Resistance, Roof Coverings, Doors, Protection of Openings, Roof-to-Wall Connections, Roof Shape and Bracing of Gable End

As Homeowner's, there is always so much to worry about and so many bills to pay, this is just one small inexpensive thing we can do to save some money. In some cases, the savings is quite a bit. Personally, I've seen some homeowners save anywhere from $300 year to almost half of their premium saved. I saved almost $700 year off my homeowners insurance by getting a wind mitigation on my home. The inspection itself took less than 30 minutes. So to sum it up....30 minutes of my time for $700 yearly=well worth it!

To buy or sell a home in the Tampa or surrounding area, contact Sherry Laursen, Coldwell Banker Residential Real Estate, 19026 Bruce B Downs Blvd. Tampa FL 33647 (813) 977-3500 Office or (813) 368-5893 Direct or sherry.laursen@floridamoves.com  For more info or to search for homes www.floridamoves.com/sherry.laursen

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

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