WENDY LYNN of Keller Williams Earns Prestigious Designation to Help Homeowners in Danger of Foreclosure Sarasota, Florida – June 2010 – Wendy Lynn of Keller Williams Realty in Sarasota/Lakewood Ranch has earned the prestigious Certified Distressed Property Expert® (CDPE) designation, having completed extensive training in foreclosure avoidance, with a particular emphasis on short sales. At a […]
Archives for June 2010
10 Reasons To Get Legal Representation When Buying a Home
10 Reasons to have Legal Representation when buying a home, especially a Bank Owned Property 10. Your attorney will review the contract and all addendum’s for the purchase of your home 9. Your attorney will provide you with legal representation throughout the entire process 8. Your attorney will coordinate with the title company on […]
Positive May Sales for Bradenton & Sarasota Real Estate!
Homes are selling in Bradenton and Sarasota! According to the Florida Association of Realtors home sales were up 31% as realtors in the area sold 1029 homes in May 2010 compared to 783 in May 2009. The month of May was the 21st consecutive month that the sales activity increased in Florida and the 11th […]
Tile Backsplash – Laminate Countertop | Lakewood Ranch Florida Homes
Since we purchased our Lakewood Ranch home 3 years ago we have had to replace a number of things. Can you say contractor grade? We replaced ceiling fans, lighting fixtures, the kitchen sink, the washer/dryer, and even the refrigerator. These items again were contractor grade, mismatched, and very dated (and the house is only 10 […]
Anna Maria Island Sales Update | Homes For Sale Anna Maria Island
The sales #’s for sold homes are in for May 2010 in Anna Maria Island and they are positive. 24 single family homes in Anna Maria Island were sold in May 2010 compared to 13 last year in May. Realtors attribute the increase to “pent up demand” and the great deals in the area. Also, […]
Leave the Stress of Moving Behind with Keller Williams Concierge Service | Keller Williams Sarasota Realtor
Leave the Stress of Moving Behind! FREE to all my clients Keller Williams Concierge Service! KW Concierge is an additional service provided as a COURTESY to our Valued Customers. Personal Attention and Professional Service! Moving can be one of the most stressful times in your life. Let the complimentary Concierge desk take care of the […]
The first time homebuyer tax credit has been extended….
The first time homebuyer tax credit has been extended…. The end to the first time home buyer has been closing in on us. The deadline to receive the tax credit was to end on June 30, 2010. Yesterday the Senate passed an extension to extend the deadline to September 30, 2010. First time home buyers […]
Open House Sunday 6/20/10 | Timberwood Cir # 50, Sarasota
Taken off the Market!! Open house this Sunday, June 20th 2010 at Timberwood Cir #50, Sarasota, 34238 from 1pm to 4pm! Spacious 3 Bed/3 Bath Maintenance Free Sarasota Townhome minutes to Siesta Key Beach! Home has an unbelievable vaulted ceiling with skylight and wood burning fireplace in main living area. Please come by to check it […]
7931 Timberwood Cir # 50, Sarasota | Sarasota Homes in 34238
Spacious 3 Bed/3 Bath Maintenance Free Sarasota Townhome minutes to Siesta Key Beach! Home has an unbelievable vaulted ceiling with skylight and wood burning fireplace in main living area.
7 Gardening Mistakes to Avoid
7 Gardening Mistakes to Avoid Article From HouseLogic.com By: Oliver Marks Published: March 15, 2010 Novice gardeners can get their landscapes off to a healthy start by heeding some tried-and-true tips from the pros. Gardening is just about the simplest do-it-yourself home improvement work there is. If you can dig a hole, turn on a […]
Solar Pool Heaters Can Lower Energy Costs
Solar Pool Heaters Can Lower Energy Costs Article From HouseLogic.com By: Julie Sturgeon Published: March 25, 2010 The upfront investment is high, but solar pool heaters can lower energy costs by harnessing the renewable energy of the sun. Homeowners in search of a greener and more economical method of keeping their swimming pools warm are […]
Detect Termites and Other Wood-Destroying Insects
Detect Termites and Other Wood-Destroying Insects Article From HouseLogic.com By: Brad Broberg Published: March 09, 2010 Early detection can protect your home from damage by wood-destroying insects. One of the biggest threats to your house comes in the form of tiny pests that silently and invisibly consume or live in wood-from the sills of your […]
Palmetto Florida Homes for Sale & Condos
Located along the shores of Tampa Bay and the Manatee River, Palmetto is a beautiful waterfront community which approximately 13,500 residents call home. Palmetto offers many housing options that are both attractive and reasonably priced. It offers easy access to the area’s highways and interstates, while providing many beautiful parks, fine schools, and a thriving […]
Ellenton Florida Homes For Sale & Condos
The town of Ellenton is located along the shores of the Manatee River, between St. Petersburg and Sarasota. It offers beautiful surroundings and small-town charm while still being close to many amenities. Ellenton is a very friendly community with a small but welcoming population. It is located close to many popular shopping areas, and offers […]
Parrish Florida Homes for Sale & Condos
Parrish is a small but rapidly growing community in Manatee County, located just outside of Bradenton. It is situated near Tampa Bay on the western side of the peninsula. Housing options in Parrish include single-family homes, townhouses, condominiums, and land for building. It includes established neighborhoods which have been in place since the 1980s, along […]
Osprey Florida Homes for Sale & Condos
Located just south of Sarasota on Florida’s central west coast, Osprey is a small but beautiful waterfront community which is home to over 5,000 residents. If you love boating, you’ll have easy access to the south Venice inlet, providing access to the Sarasota Bay passes and the Gulf of Mexico. The weather is mild and […]
Hurricanes: Protect Your Windows and Doors
Hurricanes: Protect Your Windows and Doors Article From HouseLogic.com By: Mariwyn Evans Published: April 23, 2010 Improvements that protect your windows and doors from hurricanes can lessen damage and lower homeowners insurance premiums. Hurricanes can be devastating for homeowners. Insured losses vary from year to year, depending on the severity of the hurricane season, but […]
Tips on Painting a Room | Lakewood Ranch Florida Homes
Tips on Painting a Room | Lakewood Ranch Florida Homes It breaks down like this: prep day, prime day, paint day, and clean up day. What is prep day? Moving the furniture, lamps, the TV, tables and chairs to the center of the room and cover with tarps or drop cloths Take picture […]
Sunroom Additions: Top Features
Sunroom Additions: Top Features Article From HouseLogic.com By: Gil Rudawsky Published: March 26, 2010 Designing the perfect sunroom addition means thinking about windows, skylights, tile floors, and window blinds. A sunroom addition is like a cross between a family room and backyard patio. You get an indoor room with an outdoor feel-and a brand new […]
What You Must Know About Home Appraisals
What You Must Know About Home Appraisals Article From BuyAndSell.HouseLogic.com By: G. M. Filisko Published: March 12, 2010 Understanding how appraisals work will help you achieve a quick and profitable refinance or sale. When you refinance or sell your home, the lender will insist that you get an appraisal–an opinion of the value of your […]
