True Meaning of Owning a Home
11102 Avery Oaks Dr. Tampa, FL 33625 [UPDATE -> SOLD]
Amazing Two-story home located in a quiet gated community just minutes away from Citrus Park mall and Veterans Expressway. Home was built in 2003 by well-respected developer Morrison Homes. This beautiful Dorset model offers 4 spacious bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms and over 2,700 sq. ft. of living space. The entire bottom floor looks amazing with existing marble tiles, astonishing kitchen with stainless steel appliances, 42″ kitchen cabinets, granite countertops, accent lighting, wood blinds, dining room, living room, family room wired for surround sound, laundry room, separate half bathroom and the upstairs offers a large master suite (20 x 12) with seating area, trail ceiling, garden tub, upgraded vanities, his and her sink. The upstairs also features 3 spacious bedrooms and a second full bath with upgraded vanity. Large backyard with heated pool, salt water chlorine pool generator, pavered deck, mature landscaping with lighting and music, security lights. Invite your family and friends over for a nice day filled with swimming, food and fun… If you are searching for a home away from all of the noise and clutter, then this is perfect opportunity for you!!
To learn more about this beautiful Tampa home, simply visit our Avery Oaks community website or call me direct at 813.778.LIST (5476)
FHA Tampa Mortgage Informational Guide
Learn how an FHA-insured mortgage may be a better solution for homebuyers. Inside this complimentary brochure, you will learn of improvements which FHA programs have undergone, how they may benefit you and much more.
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Tampa Residential Mold Information
Are you aware of the dangers associated with mold? Mold is a type of fungus that develops in plants and is usually linked to moist locations such as bathrooms. Mold moves through the air and tend to find moist areas to settle and grow. Mold can be extremely dangerous and without question a hazard to anyone’s health.
We invite you to read the information provided below so you may be well informed about the dangers involving mold.
* This information is provided by ©2009 NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS, It’s a Great Time to Buy.
Mold, Moisture and Your Homes – Mold Guide
Tampa Homes for Rent – Should Most Wait to Purchase?
Beautiful Tampa homes are available for sale throughout and for much less. Are you currently in the market to purchase a home or real estate property? Well, it seems that the existing Tampa real estate market is not as clear-cut, nor the answer is as simple as it may sound. Yes, there may be an over abundance of Tampa homes for sale, but many qualified home purchasing prospects may be heavily weighed towards their other alternative, to rent.
Tampa rentals are on the rise, can you blame them?
I understand how people may feel renting is a safe alternative to purchasing in this volatile real estate environment, however is it the wisest decision? As Tampa foreclosures continue to develop, it is easy to assume that home prices or values will also continue to decrease. This may or may not be the case. History demonstrates that what goes up must come down. In real estate, the opposite is also true.
Keep in mind that Tampa homes are selling for rock-bottom prices, this also translates to rock bottom mortgage payments. In some cases the new mortgage payment is lower then your average rent payment. However, if you choose to rent do remember that you are paying someone else’s mortgage and in the end you may have wasted a great investment opportunity.
My recommendation would be to learn what your options may be for both, renting and buying. Only after you are well informed can you make the right decision moving forward.
Cheers!
Rick
Honest Tampa Real Estate Agent Coming Right Up
The Tampa real estate market has and is going through a rough patch, but things are getting better. There are plenty of Tampa homeowners who utilized a large percentage of their savings to purchase a home several years ago. Many of those particular homeowners have lost much of that capital and cannot regain their funds for quite sometime. I am finding 5 bedroom Tampa homes with over 3,500 square feet, selling for less than $200,000. It is truly amazing to learn of such opportunities and fortunate home buyers are scooping them up without hesitation. In the end, available Tampa homes for sale have both a winner and an undeserving loser.
If you or anyone you know is searching for Tampa homes or are placed in a situation in which they must sell their existing Tampa real estate property, please call Rick Durand at (813) 695-3077 to learn about your existing options.
Tampa Home Values Increase? Tampa Mortgage Rates Climb
Hi friends,
I have to confess. It will most likely take quite sometime before Tampa home values begin to increase. The good news however is that Tampa home sales have remained steady as more 1st time home buyers take advantage of the $8,000 tax credit and low FHA mortgage rates. Until recently, Florida mortgage rates remained within the low five percentage range. Over the last few days however, interest rates have climbed closer to the six percent range. So I advise you to act quickly if you have been considering a home refinance or purchase.
Brandon home sales accounted for approximately 219 transactions in the month of April. That was ten percent higher than the previous month’s total of 198 transactions (Gtar.org, n.d.).
New Tampa and South Tampa areas accounted for 116 transactions in the month of April. Which decreased by a total of 30 units, from the month prior. Overall, home sales remained constant throughout Hillsborough county for the first quarter of 09′.
Do you know what your home is currently worth? Utilize our Zillow home valuation tool and obtain an approximate value for your home. Take it a step further and request a more accurate complimentary CMA designed for Tampa homeowners looking to sell their property within the next three months.
Looking to refinance your Tampa real estate property? Learn more about available Tampa mortgage programs by visiting Tampa Bay’s online real estate resource today.
Gtar.org, n.d. Retrieved May 20, 2009 from http://www.gtar.org
Tampa Real Estate Web Marketing
What does the future hold for Tampa real estate agents?
As new, emerging technologies arise allowing Tampa real estate buyers to satisfy many of the steps associated with the home acquisition process, what will the future hold for Tampa real estate agents? Let’s be honest, the public may view the real estate profession in a negative fashion at times. In fact, the profession continues to be a favorite topic for Hollywood. From the wild and crazy character in the movie “American Beauty”, to the movie trailer found below titled “Closing Escrow”.
In all seriousness, as new technologies arise will there still be a need for real estate agents in the future? Prospects can obtain financing online. They could also search for property from a wide range of online resources.
Are tools such as IDX/MLS what will keep our services from existing? What are your thoughts on the topic? Please be candid.
Comparing Tampa Homes The Simple Way
Yeepie! It’s time to search for a new Tampa home ! Whether your reason for moving is to accommodate a growing family, a job transfer or you’re simply in need of a change of scenery, please make sure you choose your Tampa home wisely. Tampa home buyers searching for a new property may view multiple homes throughout any given day and at times remembering which features where in which home may get confusing. Below you will find a few helpful tips to assist your future Tampa home comparison needs.
Tampa Real Estate Notes – What will you utilize to keep notes and where will you store them for safe keeping? Simple enough, but yet it is often forgotten by Tampa home buyers. If you are looking at 30+ properties within a short period of time, it is likely that you will forget which property offered what feature. Begin by taking a notepad or a few sheets of paper and writing down all of the property addresses or mls numbers to differentiate the properties being viewed. Next, take notes referencing each positive or negative feature, as you are viewing the Tampa home or property. When finished viewing all scheduled showings, take your top three or five property notes and place them side-by-side. You may then compare home prices, property features, area likes or dislikes and make a decision utilizing your notes and Tampa realtor feedback.
Community, not Tampa home , Features – An important aspect often overlooked by Tampa home buyers entails available community features. I believe many of us could be found guilty of overlooking missing community features if our dream home is located.
Do you know what I mean? Here’s an example.
Rick: Hi Mrs. XYZ, how have you been? How is the family? Are you still living in ABC subdivision?
Mrs. XYZ: Hi Rick, we are all doing well thanks for asking. No, we actually moved a few months ago to a new home but now we are unhappy with the location.
Rick: What do you mean? Did you not purchase in an area you were happy with?
Mrs. XYZ: Well, we were initially looking for property in our desired area but our realtor (Sorry : ) no pun intended) found an amazing home for much less in an up and coming area. The home has an amazing kitchen, large bedrooms, vaulted ceilings and a beautiful pool but it is twenty minutes away from a grocery store and one hour away from my place of business. If we could only move this home to our desired area…
Tip: Make sure that prior to viewing new Tampa homes for sale you have defined what your desired property and community features entail. Often desired community features may include: great schools, day care, retail shopping, health care locations, dining and more.
At the end of the day it is up to you to make the Tampa home purchasing decision. So follow these simple tips to avoid making a decision you will regret down the line.
Are you in the market for a Tampa real estate property? Find your Tampa home today using our Tampa real estate property search feature or call Rick Durand at (813) 695-3077 for a list of homes in your desired area.
