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Rap Video of New Tampa?
As 2009 comes to a close and we consider the 2010 marketing campaign, should we make a Gangsta Rap video of New Tampa that might go viral like this one about Northern Arlington? Funny, ironic and worth the click: http://bizy.be/QV2ZT
Short Sales: A Win-Win Scenario or a Minefield?
The average Tampa Realtor sells less than 1 home per month and has ZERO training negotiating short sales with banks. I am selling 10 homes per month in the Tampa Bay area, and have successfully implemented CDPE (Certified Distressed Property Expert) training to negotiate with dozens of banks. Check out this article for more details on some perspective on short sales. As the Sacramento Bee states:
”Short sales are a financial tactic that appears only in real estate downturns. Such sales are supposed to be a win-win that gets the seller out of a tight spot, a buyer a good deal and the bank off the hook….But what sounds like a logical alternative to the usual outcome of defaults – foreclosure – can be a minefield. Critics charge banks with being shortsighted and a menace to neighborhood home values. Banks say they have obligations to their investors. Some say inexperienced real estate agents forward irrational offers and incomplete paperwork, then expect fast miracles from their inundated staff members.
The result inside this real estate downturn has often been frustration for sellers, buyers and banks. Banks have been resistant, operating in a new financial landscape that requires permission from global investors and other parties. Many real estate agents simply avoid short sales, steering buyers to bank repos. And sellers have become frustrated by complications and 60- to 90-day timetables.”
- by dale bohannon
Looking to Relocate to Tampa Bay? Cory Lake Isles is the New Tampa Community For You
In Cory Lake Isles you can have it all, quality of life, seclusion and waterfront living near the heart of Tampa Bay. Cory Lake is Tampa’s largest lake and Cory Lake Isles is set along its ten-mile shoreline. Directly abutting Cory Lake Isles is 17,000 acres of protected forest preserve which will never be developed.
Cory Lake Isles has two gated entrances, both of which are manned 24 hours a day, creating privacy and security at New Tampa’s most exclusive address. The grounds are exquisitely landscaped and filled with lush tropical plants. Cory Lake Isles has its own exclusive island retreat, Chachet Isle, surrounded by Cory Lake and accessible only by bridge.
If you are interested in looking at Cory Lake Isles conatct me, Annette Bohannon, at (800) 373 4708. Cory Lake Isles offers the best in exclusive Tampa Bay real estate.
Home Sales Up, Home Prices Down, Equates to Great Time to Buy in Tampa Bay
With home sales on the rise and home prices down, Tampa Bay real estate appears to be rebounding. It couldn’t be a better time for buyers to look at real estate in Tampa Bay. There are are a lot of homes on the market, giving the buyer a lot to choose from as well as a great bargaining position to be in. If you are looking for a primary residence, a second home or an investment property no is a great time to look.
Call me, Annette Bohannon, at (813) 979-4963. I can help you find the Tampa Bay property you are looking for. Whether you are looking for ocean front luxury Tampa Bay property or something away from the ocean and more secluded, a condo, a single family home or a high-rise apartment I can help you find what suits your needs. Team Bohannon offers you the expertise you need to make an educated real estate decision.
Increase in Home Sales Makes Tampa Bay a Buyers Market
Despite home sales in the South dropping over 18% in July, home sales were up 5% in the Tampa area during the same time period. While single family home prices are still going down, it is uplifting to see home sales rising especially when home sales have dropped significantly elsewhere in the country. Approximately one third of homes sold in the Tampa area have been bank foreclosed properties, which definitely affects the overall price average of the homes selling. People looking to buy have more leverage in price because they can easily purchase a foreclosed home at a lower price, making Tampa Bay a buyers market.
If you are looking to buy real estate in Tampa Bay, look no further. Call me, Annette Bohannon, at (813) 979-4963. Team Bohannon offer expertise in the Tampa Bay real estate market and will keep you well informed and educated. Call or visit our web site today.
Living in Tampa Bay Puts You Next to the #1 Ranked Beach in the US
This year Caladesi Island was ranked as the best beach in 2008 on an annual list of “Best Beaches”. Caladesi Island beat out beaches in Hawaii and California to get the top ranking this year. What makes Caladesi’s beaches so fantastic is its remote location, beautiful water and amenities. Caladesi offers restrooms, showers, kayak and beach chair rentals, as well as a snack bar where burgers and beer are available. The Caledesi amenities make hitting the beach here easy and effortless. In addition the fine, white quartz sand and the typically low waves make Caledesi Island very family friendly. Caledesi island is very near Tampa, most people take a 15 minute ferry ride over unless they are traveling by their own boat.
Caledesi Island is yet one more feature which makes Tampa Bay such a desirable place to live. If you would like to look at real estate near Caledesi or any where else in the Tampa area contact me, Annette Bohannon, at (813) 979-4963. Let Team Bohannon find you the property you deserve in an area that is desirable to live in.
In Tampa Bay Real Estate Prices are Directly Related to Location
Certain areas of the real estate market are more affected than others in the Tampa Bay area. For example, Pasco had the worst decline when it comes to home sales, showing a 45% drop in Value compared to the height of the market in 2006. Pasco was an area where investors were gobbling up properties, a much higher ratio than other parts of the Tampa area. Now many homes are being foreclosed and because many of these houses were pre-fab and are significantly older, say 40 years on the average, they are selling as low as $56,000. The banks holding on to properties in the Pasco area are not holding on and helping their lenders but selling as cheaply as they can and getting out.
In the same respect areas like Seven Oaks, Zephyr Hills and Dade City are only seeing declines of 9% to 18%. It definitely makes one sit up and take notice. Research the area where you think you want to live. Certain areas will definitely hold their values better than others. Good construction, good neighborhoods, and good schools all equate to stronger market values.
If you would like to explore real estate in Tampa Bay contact me, Annete Bohannon, at (813) 979-4963. My team and I have an extensive knowledge of the Tampa real estate market and can help you find a property that fits your needs.
Get Into Real Estate in Tampa Bay, It’s a Buyers Market
Real Estate has switched from sellers market to a buyers market in Tampa Bay and it’s a great time to get in the game or buy the home that you had your eye on a year or two ago. Homes are more of a “bargain” this year than they have been in the past four or five years and that makes buying a home much more attractive. Whether you are looking to buy a primary residence, a secondary residence or a rental property, the Tampa Bay real estate market is a must-see.
If you would like to explore the Tampa real estate market give me, Annette Bohannon, a call at (813) 979-4963 . My team and I have an extensive knowledge of real estate in Tampa Bay. Team Bohannon has the expertise necessary to make your real estate transaction smooth and your decision an informed one. Call or visit our web site today.
Florida Foreclosures Offer Real Estate Bargains
The rising number of foreclosures, while devastating for those involved, presents more and more bargains for those looking to buy homes. From June to July the number of foreclosures in Florida grew by 14%, a significant amount by any standard. Currently Florida is working hard to help those in foreclosure, making now the time to act. Purchasing foreclosure properties will be easier now than after legislation is passed to help others avoid foreclosure.
If you are looking to purchase a home in the Tampa Bay area, contact me Annette Bohannon. Team Bohannon can help you find the real estate bargain that you, as a buyer, have been looking for. With real estate on four year lows now is a great time to buy. Give me a call at (813) 979-4963. My team and I will work hard to find the ideal property for you and make your real estate transaction and easy one.
2401 Fox Forest Drive
Real Estate Listing #T2268090
Lutz-Fox Run! Immaculate pool and conservation home on over .50 acre cul-de-sac lot featuring 4BR+Study+Bonus/3BA/3Car garage and 3,482 square feet of living area. This home features a dramatic step down foyer, formal living and dining areas, art niches, plant shelves, graceful archways, ceramic tile flooring, marble counters in all bathrooms and tray ceilings The kitchen boasts granite counters, maple wood cabinets, center island, breakfast bar and breakfast nook. The spacious owners retreat has an expansive sitting area, a walk-in closet and door leading to the lanai. The master bathroom has his and her vanities, a whirlpool tub and a separate walk-in shower. The family room includes a woodburning fireplace and triple sliders leading to the lanai. The oversized screened lanai offers room for entertaining and includes a non-chlorinated, heated swimming pool. The gated community of Fox Run is located near Livingtonston and Sunset in Lutz, with easy access to I-75, I-275 and USF. Gated Community, Deed Restrictions
