Archive for August, 2008
The Importance of Pre-Approval ~ Fourth in a Series
Posted By Dave Tipton on August 19th, 2008
Fourth in a Series for First Time Home Buyers
Pre-approval can be a very valuable step towards purchasing a home. Many home buyers get pre-qualified for a home loan early on, and then become pre-approved before beginning a serious home search. By completing your mortgage application prior to choosing a home, you can get a pre-approval letter stating how much home you can afford. Try our preferred lender: Click Here
Your pre-approval letter lets you know exactly how much you can spend, and it shows home sellers and real estate agents that you’re serious about buying a home. This may give you leverage in the negotiation process. Many sellers actually prefer to work with pre-approved buyers, especially in hot real estate markets. In short-sales and foreclosures, pre-approval is often required before submitting a contract to the Lender holding the mortgage.
To find a mortgage professional and get started with your pre-approval for a loan, please call or email me. My goal is to provide you with practical information as you consider your next move, We look forward to working with you.
Dave Tipton, Broker- Diamond Dwellings Realty- Florida
E-mail us at… Dave@DiamondDwellings.Com
813-653-1241
Watching Suwanee City Hall Rise With The Sun
Posted By DeWayne Davis, Suwanee Realtor on August 15th, 2008
As construction continues on the new Suwanee City Hall building, the view over the park changes daily. This morning the sunrise followed the rising hook of the huge crane as it lifted the last huge steel arch being placed on the front of the building.
The building was designed specifically to point back to Suwanee’s days as a railroad stop. The huge arching roof and clock tower are reminiscent of grand historic railway stations. Sunrise at these railway stations always preceded a rush of activity, and the rising arches of the new Suwanee City Hall precedes the new growth and opportunity for the future of Suwanee’s residents and businesses.
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River Hills, Valrico, FL’s Best Buys in Real Estate
Posted By Rick Frissell on August 14th, 2008
There are currently 44 homes for sale in the River Hills community in Valrico, FL. Some are foreclosures, some are short sales and some are regular homes for sale. We have done the research for you to identify what Diamond Dwellings Realty believes are among the Best Buys currently on the market in this area.
The criteria we used were, cost per sq. ft. of living area (heated/AC), condition, amenities and neighborhood. None of these homes are foreclosures or short sales, just bargains. Due to the space constraints of this medium we were forced to pick what we consider the best 9 of the bunch.
MLS# T2286955 VALRICO, FL 33594 $205,000. $122.83 Per SQ FT
This open & spacious 3 br 2 bath split floor plan home features a newly remodeled kitchen with stainless steel appliances! Breakfast nook, large pantry & breakfast bar overlook separate dining room and family room. Beautiful Spanish tile throughout living area. Master bedroom offers huge walk-in, pass thru closet, garden tub with separate shower and his & her sinks. All bedrooms are pre-wired for internet, phone & cable plus family room is equipped with two network connections. Enter the 12’x13’ tiled lanai from sliding glass doors in family room and master bedroom. Enjoy the screened lanai overlooking the tree-lined backyard with no rear neighbors. Seller is offering 1 year home warranty & paying remainder of 2008 Homeowner’s Association fees for your convenience!
The 12 Brandon Florida Best Buys is now 11, But the news gets better!
Posted By Rick Frissell on August 14th, 2008
We have had a lot of “hits” on our post “12 Brandon Best Buys” so we know you are looking.
You can see the original post at: http://activerain.com/blogsview/597117/Brandon-Florida-12-Best
Well, Listing T2315718 has just gone to contract and should close withing the next thirty days.
BUT A COUPLE OF THE BEST BUYS JUST GOT BETTER!
Listing T2315363 was just reduced from $237,900 to $229,900. This property had been to contract earlier at the list price of $237,900 and has since fallen out. The seller wants to sell and the earlier great price has just been reduced!
Listing T2317692 has just been reduced from $239,900 to $229,900. WOW!
Please contact me if you would like additional information about either of these listings or any of the listings on the prior post linked above.
Rick Frissell, Agent- Diamond Dwellings Realty
813-653-1241
Florida Real Estate, Now is the Best Time to Buy
Posted By Dave Tipton on August 10th, 2008
Here’s Six Excellent Reasons Why….
1. It’s a Buyer’s Market- What exactly does a Buyer’s Market mean? A Buyer’s Market is a real estate market which has more sellers than buyers. Lower prices result from this excess of supply over demand, also called a soft market. Additionally, buyers have a much easier time negotiating concessions such as who pays what closing costs or the cost of new carpet and whether those gold brocade drapes stay behind.
2. The huge inventory of homes for sale gives the buyer a fantastic selection to choose from. The number of homes and land for sale in the Tampa Bay Area is greater now than it has been in the last 15 years.
