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May 16th 2012

Ever Wanted a Vacation or 2nd Home in an Exotic Location?

Posted By: Michael Valdes In:   International Real Estate
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World Properties Have you ever gone on vacation to an exotic location outside the United States and said to yourself "I wouldn't mind living here"?
But where would you start? Buying homes in foreign countries can be risky and sometimes dangerous.
Now there is an easier way to purchase a vacation or 2nd home around the world by purchasing in a new construction development that caters to home buyers from foreign countries... read more 


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May 11th 2012

T2518350 7232 BUCKS FORD DR, RIVERVIEW, FL 33578

Posted By: Michael Valdes In:   Riverview Fl Real Estate
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Waterfront Homes for Sale in Lake St CharlesJust Listed! Check out the SPACIOUS LIVING in this MOVE-IN_READY WATERFRONT RIVERVIEW FL HOME FOR SALE! This is a 4 bed/ 3 bath/ 3 car garage house with a really great floorplan on a LAKEFRONT lot! The large kitchen has oak wood cabinets with roll-out shelves, much counterspace, a CENTER ISLAND and a double door closet pantry. Read more


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May 09th 2012

Bank of America Offering Principal Reductions to Homeowners

Posted By: Michael Valdes In:   Banking News
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BoA

Bank of America (BoA) has begun mailing some 200,000 letters offering certain customers a mortgage principal reduction. Eligible borrowers could get their mortgage balance lowered by as much as $150,000. This is all part of the $25 billion settlement reached between the nation’s five largest mortgage servicers &  federal and state agencies over fraudulent foreclosure documents.

In order to qualify, the eligible homeowners must:

Answer the modification letter with a full documentation of income (Don't lose the letter) Be able to show that they can still make the monthly payment. Have a current monthly payment that is more than 25 percent of their gross income Show they are una...

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Mar 23rd 2012

Tampa FL Luxury Waterfront Real Estate - 1137 ABBEYS WAY, TAMPA, FL 33611 - MLS# T2511389

Posted By: Michael Valdes In:   Tampa Fl Real Estate
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T2511389 - 1137 ABBEYS WAY, TAMPA FL 33602Spectacular Tampa Luxury Waterfront Villa located in the prestigious St. Tropez gated enclave of Harbour Island. This exquisite residence offers fabulous waterfront views including brilliant sunsets! Custom features abound including: Beautiful Marble Floorsas well as Gleaming Hardwood Floors; a spacious gourmet kitchen featuring Sub Zero, Thermador, and Bosch upgraded appliances, granite countertops and... view MLS# T2511389


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Mar 09th 2012

Zero Energy Home in Tampa

Posted By: Michael Valdes In:   Going Green
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Green ZERO Energy KB Home for sale in Tampa FloridaWOW FACTOR

Did you know a KB Home ZeroHouse is up to 130% more energy efficient than homes built as recently as the 1990s. And up to 85% more efficient than today’s strict ENERGY STAR® qualified guidelines.

 ZERO ENERGY LIVING IS HERE IN TAMPA BAY!

An energy-efficient, technologically advanced new home that produces as much energy as it uses--that’s a ZeroHouse. With the quality and value of Built to Order™, you can get the home you want, built the way you want, that saves money and helps benefit the planet.

 
10 floor plans available at 1,676-3,512 sq. ft.

3-6 bedrooms, 2-4 baths

This Tampa home is open daily to tour!


Call (800) 975-7205 x.1 for more details or Contact Us

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Feb 25th 2012

T2507710 102 BEACH HAVEN LN, TAMPA, FL 33609

Posted By: Michael Valdes In:   Tampa Fl Real Estate
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South Tampa condo for sale 33609

Check out this 3 story, LUXURY townhome style, South Tampa condo for sale located in Cordoba at Beach Park. With SPANISH-MEDITERRANEAN architecture, this gorgeous home includes one bed, one bath and attached 1 car garage with direct interior access to the foyer... read more

 

 

                                            T2507710 102 BEACH HAVEN LN, TAMPA, FL 33609

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Feb 23rd 2012

Fannie Mae Approved Condos

Posted By: Michael Valdes In:   Tampa Bay Real Estate
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Up to 95% LTV Financing is available on these Tampa Bay Florida 
Fannie Mae Approved Condos (as of 2/06/12)


•  5% Down for Primary Homes •  10% Down for Second Homes •  30% Down for Investments


- Click the name to view condo MLS listings for sale in the Tampa Bay and surrounding areas 
 

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Carrollwood Gables                                       Grand Bellagio at Baywatch                           Enclave at Saint Petersburg
Grand Central at Kennedy Residences             Station Square Condominiums                      Cas...


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Feb 21st 2012

6 Forms You Need to Sell Your Tampa Bay Home

Posted By: Michael Valdes In:   For Sale By Owner
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FSBO forms for Florida home sellers

Property disclosure form. This form requires you to reveal all known defects to your property. Check with your state government to see if there is a special form required in your state. Purchasers access to premises agreement. This agreement sets conditions for permitting the buyer to enter your home for activities such as measuring for draperies before you move. Sales contract. The agreement between you and the seller on terms and conditions of sale. Again, check with your state real estate department to see if there is... read more



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Feb 17th 2012

T2506622 1124 SLEEPY OAK DR, WESLEY CHAPEL FL 33543

Posted By: Michael Valdes In:   Wesley Chapel Fl Real Estate
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Meadow Pointe homes for sale in Wesley Chapel FL 33543Short Sale. Check out this MOVE-IN-READY GORGEOUS town home for sale in Meadow Pointe located on a CONSERVATION lot and in the GATED townhome community of HILLHURST CROSSING. This beauty has a Great room plan that includes a Dining area & Den/Office. The Kitchen contains Maple cabinetry, name brand appliances including a side by side refrigerator, smooth top range, built in microwave, eat in kitchen w/breakfast bar/pass thru & pantry. Ceramic tile in all wet areas, TWO MASTER SUITES...  View MLS Listing


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Feb 09th 2012

Hillsborough Riverfront Real Estate and Waterfront Homes for Sale

Posted By: Michael Valdes In:   Tampa Fl Real Estate
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Real Estate on the Hillsborough River

Hillsborough Riverfront homes for sale in Tampa FloridaThe Hillsborough River is located in Tampa Bay Florida and mainly runs through the zip codes of 33602, 33603, 33604, 33606, 33607, 33610, 33617, 33637 and 33647. It starts in the Green Swamp near the juncture of Hillsborough, Pasco and Polk counties, and flows 59 miles through Pasco and Hillsborough Counties to an outlet in the city of Tampa on Tampa Bay. Read more


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Feb 01st 2012

Obama's Housing Relief Refi Plan for Real Estate

Posted By: Michael Valdes In:   Mortgage
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president outlines mortgage relief planPresident Obama unveiled his refinance plan on Wednesday to help
homeowner's who are current on their mortgage payments refi their
loan at a very low interest rate regardless if their home is worth less
than what is owed on the mortgage (upside down). This plan could
save homeowner's up to $3,000 per year. read more


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Jan 24th 2012

MFRMLS Market Activity

Posted By: Michael Valdes In:   Florida Real Estate Market News
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The interactive chart below contains sold real estate market activity over the last 5 years as reported by My Florida Regional MLS (MFRMLS) for the following counties: Brevard, Charlotte, De Soto, Hardee, Hernando, Highlands, Hillsborough, Indian River, Lake, Manatee, Marion, Orange, Pasco, Pinellas, Polk, St Lucie,  Seminole, Sumter, Okeechobee, Osceola, Sarasota, Volusia.

View More Interactive Mid Florida Real Estate Data Charts

My Florida Regional Multiple Listing Service (MFRMLS) Market Activity (see map below for included counties)

Map of mid Florida counties included in MFRMLS


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Jan 24th 2012

Water-Wise Bathroom Redo

Posted By: Michael Valdes In:   Home and Health
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Our Water-Wise Bathroom Redo Offers You a
Chance to Win $100

Preston from Jetson Green's bathroom

Follow a bathroom makeover from water-guzzling eyesore to water-saving showplace. And comment on this post for a chance to win $100. Read


Copyright 2012 NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS®

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Jan 19th 2012

The EPA debunks 10 myths about radon

Posted By: Michael Valdes In:   Home and Health
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The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is asking homeowners to "save a life" by testing for radon and fixing any problems you find. Radon is a radioactive gas and exposure to it causes 21,000 lung cancer deaths per year—only smoking causes more. It's important to periodically test the air in your home because you can't see, smell or taste radon. Believing you live in a region that's not affected by radon is just one of the myths about this deadly gas. Since January is National Radon Action month, here are the EPA's top 10 myths... read more


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Jan 08th 2012

Redington Beach Fl Real Estate - 115 West 178th Redington Beach FL 33708 MLS# U7535006

Posted By: Michael Valdes In:   Redington Beach Fl Real Estate


115 West 178th Redington Beach, FL 33708
115 West 178th
BR U7535006 - Commercial
Redington Beach, Fl

****Unique and potentially the best Independent INVESTMENT Property Available**** Could be the great site for your new home occupation adventure. An...

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Jan 08th 2012

Clearwater Fl Real Estate - 1235 Highland Clearwater FL 33756 MLS# U7534996

Posted By: Michael Valdes In:   Clearwater Fl Real Estate


1235  Highland Clearwater, FL 33756
1235 Highland
BR U7534996 - Residential
Clearwater, Fl

55+ friendly community for Florida retirement or vacation get away. Great location - 3rd floor corner end unit in mint condition. Recently updated...

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Jan 08th 2012

Wesley Fl Real Estate - 1340 Big Creek Wesley FL 33544 MLS# T2500925

Posted By: Michael Valdes In:   Wesley Fl Real Estate


1340  Big Creek Wesley, FL 33544
1340 Big Creek
BR T2500925 - Residential
Wesley, Fl

Lovely 4/3/3 with gas heated caged pool & spa. Many upgrades - granite counters, Diamond Brite pool surface, auto pool cleaner, tile floors in living...

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Jan 08th 2012

Land O Lakes Fl Real Estate - 3820 Ivydale Land O Lakes FL 34638 MLS# T2500804

Posted By: Michael Valdes In:   Land O Lakes Fl Real Estate


3820  Ivydale Land O Lakes, FL 34638
3820 Ivydale
BR T2500804 - Residential
Land O Lakes, Fl

6/4/3 Beautiful Mediteranean style, Mercedes custom home on cul-de-sac. Nice spacious lot to add pool. Custom paint through out, too many features...

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Jan 08th 2012

Safety Harbor Fl Real Estate - 606 South Fayette Safety Harbor FL 34695 MLS# U7535014

Posted By: Michael Valdes In:   Safety Harbor Fl Real Estate


606 South Fayette Safety Harbor, FL 34695
606 South Fayette
BR U7535014 - Residential
Safety Harbor, Fl

Great location and just minutes away from downtown Safety Harbor. Kitchen has separate glassed eat-in area that overlooks the patio and backyard....

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Jan 08th 2012

Winter Haven Fl Real Estate - 170 Lake Daisy Winter Haven FL 33884 MLS# P4619141

Posted By: Michael Valdes In:   Winter Haven Fl Real Estate


170  Lake Daisy Winter Haven, FL 33884
170 Lake Daisy
BR P4619141 - Residential
Winter Haven, Fl

SHORT SALE. This is a great opportunity to own a well maintained home with many quality features including granite counters, real wood cabinets, 3...

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