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Affordable Short Sale Home Just SOLD in Haines City!

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Real Estate Broker/Owner with Cam Realty and Property Management

Affordable Short Sale Home Just SOLD in Haines City!

Short Sale transactions need patience and this one was no exception. I was contacted by the homeowner in September 2016 after she worked with another real estate agent for almost a year without success on getting the sale approved for short sale by Bank of America.
When I listed 447 Hammerstone Ave Haines City FL, we had to start the entire short sale process. The file was closed out by BOA three times and changed negotiators three times. I had no choice but to contact their Executive Office for assistance and they were very helpful, for that, I truly am grateful. See, with Short Sales, it takes a team effort and tons of patience.
Our first offer came in from an investor within the first week which was denied by the short sale lender. The second offer was from a first time home buyer who was beyond excited to own her very first home. After six long months, I am happy to announce 447 Hammerstone has closed and a home to a first time home buyer.

Affordable Short Sale Home Just Sold

Home is located in Stonewood Crossings Subdivision with one and two story homes built mostly between 2005 and 2008. There’s new construction with homes starting in $180,000’s.
Community offers a playground, close to HWY 27 and I4, shopping, restaurants, schools and entertainment.
The community is served by Eastside Elementary, Dundee Ridge Middle and Ridge Community Senior High.

Who doesn’t like a great deal? 447 Hammerstone Ave was listed and SOLD for $160,000.


Some of the home’s features are;

 

-Built in 2008
-2014 square feet living area
-Four bedrooms and two bathrooms
-Split floor plan
-Eat-in space in kitchen
-Range, dishwasher, microwave, refrigerator
-Inside laundry hook-up
-Corner lot
-Fenced in backyard

 

Buyers, call or text me at 407-929-1852, email bethatalay@gmail.com to find your dream home. Remember, homes that are priced and show well get snatched up fast!
Sellers, if you’ve been thinking about selling your Haines City home, I would love the opportunity to meet with you to share how I could help you get your home sold for the most profit as market dictates. Home selling doesn’t have to be stressful. Call or text me at 407-929-1852 or visit www.WhereToLiveInOrlando.com

 

Affordable Short Sale Home Just SOLD in Haines City!


 

 

Comments(18)

Will Hamm
Hamm Homes - Aurora, CO
"Where There's a Will, There's a Way!"

Good Job Beth Atalay,  wow had to switch 3 times people handling it.  I guess that is why I do not do short sales.  No PATIENCES  for me!  Good Job for you !

 

Mar 27, 2017 08:18 AM
Beth Atalay

Thank you Will! Everytime a negotiator got changed, we had to start all over.

Mar 27, 2017 08:42 AM
Barbara Todaro
RE/MAX Executive Realty - Happily Retired - Franklin, MA
Previously Affiliated with The Todaro Team

Good morning, Beth Atalay congratulations on your latest closed transaction.... keep those sales flowing freely in 2017....

Mar 27, 2017 08:20 AM
Beth Atalay

Good morning Barbara Todaro, thanks so much! 

Mar 27, 2017 08:43 AM
Ron and Alexandra Seigel
Napa Consultants - Carpinteria, CA
Luxury Real Estate Branding, Marketing & Strategy

Beth,

I was happy to read that a first time homeowner won the property! Congratulations to both of you.  I am happy to hear your patience paid off.  A

Mar 27, 2017 08:22 AM
Beth Atalay

Alexandra, I was too so happy this home was purchased by a fist time home buyer.

Mar 27, 2017 08:44 AM
Sharon Tara
Sharon Tara Transformations - Portsmouth, NH
Retired New Hampshire Home Stager

I'm so happy for that first time homeowner! Well worth the effort!

Mar 27, 2017 08:46 AM
Elizabeth Weintraub Sacramento Broker
Elizabeth Anne Weintraub, Broker - Sacramento, CA
Put 40 years of experience to work for you

Congratulations, Beth. I don't even take lowball offers from investors on any of my short sale listings because the banks don't take them, and then I've wasted all of that time. Every so often, though, I might tell a seller to take such an offer if certain circumstances exist, like, it's been on the market for 4 months without any offers. Then I have "history" to present as an argument for a lower price.

But so many investors think they can steal a short sale, and it just ain't gonna happen. So glad your seller stuck it out with you.

Mar 27, 2017 09:17 AM
Belinda Spillman
Aspen Lane Real Estate Colorful Colorado - Aurora, CO
Colorado Living!

Good job getting this one sold for your seller.  I bet they are thrilled with your services.

Mar 27, 2017 10:03 AM
Hannah Williams
HomeStarr Realty - Philadelphia, PA
Expertise NE Philadelphia & Bucks 215-820-3376

you worked your magic on this one Beth Atalay  It is wonderful when a professional gets involved

Mar 27, 2017 10:51 AM
Debe Maxwell, CRS
Savvy + Company (704) 491-3310 - Charlotte, NC
The RIGHT CHARLOTTE REALTOR!

Way to go Beth! Those short sales are a bear, kudos to you for fighting thru it and getting it sold!

Mar 27, 2017 11:13 AM
Jeff Dowler, CRS
eXp Realty of California, Inc. - Carlsbad, CA
The Southern California Relocation Dude

Hi Beth

Congratulations to your seller, to the new owners, and to you! So glad to hear this worked out for everyone. Great work and persistence on your part - bravo!!

Jeff

Mar 27, 2017 11:33 AM
Nina Hollander, Broker
Coldwell Banker Realty - Charlotte, NC
Your Greater Charlotte Realtor

Hi Beth, if I've said it once, I've said it dozens of times... if the real estate business doesn't teach you patience, I don't know what will. And I'm not just talking about short sales, either. Congratulations for hanging in there and on the sale.

Mar 27, 2017 12:18 PM
Dick Greenberg
New Paradigm Partners LLC - Fort Collins, CO
Northern Colorado Residential Real Estate

Hi Beth - Congratulations on your sale - anyone who can close a short sale is a true heroine in my book. Your expertise got a great result for your clients.

Mar 27, 2017 01:12 PM
George Souto
George Souto NMLS #65149 FHA, CHFA, VA Mortgages - Middletown, CT
Your Connecticut Mortgage Expert

Beth congratulations on this sale.  That is a lot of home for that price.  This Buyer got a great deal.

Mar 27, 2017 03:21 PM
Grant Schneider
Performance Development Strategies - Armonk, NY
Your Coach Helping You Create Successful Outcomes

Hi Beth - congratulations on getting it done.  Agents skills in short sales bring real value to the table.

Mar 27, 2017 08:54 PM
Patricia Feager, MBA, CRS, GRI,MRP
DFW FINE PROPERTIES - Flower Mound, TX
Selling Homes Changing Lives

Beth Atalay - When I got to the part about BOA closing out the file three times I shivered.... I read on.

You know Beth, I'm so sick and tired of hearing agents say, when the right buyer comes along the property will sell. Humbug! I truly believe, when the right Broker/Agent comes along and knows how to work through the process, like magic a property will sell. It takes a lot of hard work to get a short sale sold and you did it! As you know, there was a time when there was an epidemic of short sales across the board in every state. I don't hear about them anymore. Until now! For this reason, and because of what you accomplished, I hope this one gets featured. At the very least you deserve recognition for this one via ActiveRain and our loyal supporters!

Congratulations, Beth!

Mar 27, 2017 09:34 PM
Gabe Sanders
Real Estate of Florida specializing in Martin County Residential Homes, Condos and Land Sales - Stuart, FL
Stuart Florida Real Estate

Good morning Beth.  Congrats on the successful sale of this Haines City short sale.

Mar 28, 2017 04:53 AM
Michael Jacobs
Pasadena, CA
Pasadena And Southern California 818.516.4393

Hi Beth -- this post is an example of sticking to the plan and never ever giving up despite the obstacles that may occur.  Good for you for your closing and good for your seller for the opportunity to move on.   

Mar 28, 2017 05:20 AM
Brian England
Ambrose Realty Management LLC - Gilbert, AZ
MBA, GRI, REALTOR® Real Estate in East Valley AZ

Short sales are such a hassle, I have never enjoyed dealing with them.  Congrats on getting this one closed my friend!

Mar 28, 2017 06:56 AM
Kristin Johnston - REALTOR®
RE/MAX Platinum - Waukesha, WI
Giving Back With Each Home Sold!

Congrats on your new listing!  I am sure you will have it sold in no time!

Mar 28, 2017 07:14 AM