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Basics of Buying Real Estate Short Sales

Chaim Gleitmann — Mon, 15 Mar 2010 16:02:00 GMT

Over the last several years, short sales have received a substantial amount of attention. This type of transaction is done when the seller owes more on his or her mortgage than the value of the property. The lender essentially agrees to accept less than...(read more)

Monthly Statistics Released for February 2010 - Sales Up 49 Percent!

Chaim Gleitmann — Fri, 12 Mar 2010 18:34:00 GMT

Property sales up 49 percent in February 2010; pending sales spike Overall property sales reached 528 in the Sarasota market in February 2010, up nearly 49 percent over February 2009, and pending sales were also strong at 967 - the second highest total...(read more)

HOME AND CONDO SALES CONTINUE TO INCREASE STATEWIDE

Chaim Gleitmann — Tue, 16 Feb 2010 14:54:00 GMT

HOME AND CONDO SALES CONTINUE TO INCREASE STATEWIDE Fourth quarter 2009 sales of existing single-family homes in Sarasota -Bradenton rose 51 percent over the same period in 2008, with 2,468 homes sold at a median price of $160,600, according to the Florida...(read more)

FREE FORECLOSURE SEMINAR FOR HOMEOWNERS

Chaim Gleitmann — Wed, 03 Feb 2010 17:21:00 GMT

Note that this information is outdated.

“Take Control of Your Mortgage” will be the subject of a free seminar for homeowners facing foreclosure on Saturday, Feb. 27 from 10 a.m. to noon at Colonial Oaks Park, 5300 Colonial Oaks Blvd. Panelists will include: Xena Vallone of Xena Vallone Realty; attorney Kenneth Chapman Jr. of Chapman, Chapman & Chapman and CPA Kelly Saba of Miles & Thirion, CPA, PA. The seminar is sponsored by Sarasota-Bradenton Attorneys Real Estate Council. Registration is not required, but would be appreciated. To pre-register online, go to www.sarasotarec.com. E-mail any questions to sbarec@gmail.com

When/Where: Saturday, Feb. 27 from 10 a.m. to noon at Colonial Oaks Park, 5300 Colonial Oaks Blvd

FREE FORECLOSURE SEMINAR FOR HOMEOWNERS

Chaim Gleitmann — Wed, 03 Feb 2010 16:54:00 GMT

Internal Revenue Service Releases New Home Buyer Credit Form

Chaim Gleitmann — Tue, 19 Jan 2010 14:16:00 GMT

The Internal Revenue Service recently released the new form that eligible home buyers need to claim the first-time home buyer credit this tax season and announced processing of those tax returns will begin in mid-February. The IRS also announced new documentation...(read more)

Apartment For Sale in Venice

Chaim Gleitmann — Thu, 14 Jan 2010 19:31:00 GMT

• 723 sq. ft., 1 bath, 2 bdrm apartment - MLS® $89,950

Venice, Sarasota County - Charming two bedroom, one bath turnkey furnished condo just steps from the beach in Venice. This property makes a great seasonal rental with its flexible rental policy. The condominium also allows a small pet.

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Price Reduced on 202-111 Airport W Ave in Venice

Chaim Gleitmann — Thu, 14 Jan 2010 19:31:00 GMT

Venice, Sarasota County - Announcing a price reduction on 202-111 Airport W Ave, a 723 sq. ft., 1 bath, 2 bdrm apartment. Now MLS® $89,950 - .

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Single Story For Sale in Sarasota

Chaim Gleitmann — Thu, 14 Jan 2010 19:23:00 GMT

• 1,714 sq. ft., 2 bath, 3 bdrm single story - MLS® $215,000

Sarasota, Sarasota County - Over .5 acre of privacy abounds in this 3 bedroom/2 bath home located west of the trail in Sarasota. Over 1700 square feet of living area offers great potential to the next buyer to update to modern tastes.

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Price Reduced on 1750 QUESTAR LN in Sarasota

Chaim Gleitmann — Thu, 14 Jan 2010 19:23:00 GMT

Sarasota, Sarasota County - Announcing a price reduction on 1750 QUESTAR LN, a 1,714 sq. ft., 2 bath, 3 bdrm single story. Now MLS® $215,000 - .

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Sarasota Real Estate December 2009 Sales Highest in 33 Months!

Chaim Gleitmann — Wed, 13 Jan 2010 20:00:00 GMT

January 13, 2010 With 648 total property sales reported in December 2009, the Sarasota real estate market saw the most closed transactions since March 2007, a 33 month span. Overall sales in December 2009 were also 52 percent higher than December 2008,...(read more)

Siesta Key Real Estate

Chaim Gleitmann — Tue, 12 Jan 2010 19:16:00 GMT

What do you find when you visit Siesta Key , besides the great bargains in Siesta Key real estate ? You will find sunny beaches with crystal-white, powdery sand that stretch for miles. Shops that range from the chic and elegant to the hip and funky, with...(read more)

New RESPA Regulations Make It Easier to Shop for Closing Services

Chaim Gleitmann — Sun, 10 Jan 2010 21:40:00 GMT

Consumers will no longer be left in the dark about the closing costs involved to complete the sale or purchase of a home- costs that account for an average of 5% of the purchase price. Changes in the Real Estate Settlement Procedures Act (RESPA) that...(read more)

Five Key Housing Issues to Watch in 2010

Chaim Gleitmann — Sun, 03 Jan 2010 13:33:00 GMT

The housing market , which brought the economy to its knees in 2008, struggled to recover in 2009. The modest gains of the past year can be credited in many ways to federal support that will be removed at some point in 2010. That makes for an uncertain...(read more)

Premium Properties Sarasota Global Services

Chaim Gleitmann — Sat, 02 Jan 2010 14:56:00 GMT

Xena Vallone Realtyis a full service, Sarasota area, Real Estate company offering Residential, Commercial, Property Management, Leasing and Land acquisition. Our team of experienced real estate professionals provides unparalleled expertise in the unique...(read more)