299k-5208 W 15th St Palmetto

Short Sale-  5208 W 15th St Palmetto, FL    299k- List Price   This home is unique.  Hidden down a quiet little cul-de-sac.  This is a newer (1999) Bruce williams home.    Rare in that it has no home owner fees, and no deed restrictions.    Right down the street there is a easement to… Read More

A very funny, honest real estate commercial! (just for fun)

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Are new home builders pulling market values down in Manatee County, FL?

I have been working with a buyer this week, and after seeing all the resale inventory including short sales, and foreclosures they decided on a new build.  What is amazing to me is that the deal they got with the local builder is BETTER than any of the comparable resales in that area. A resale… Read More

Where are all the “Bank-owned” homes in Manatee County, FL?

It was front page news that the number of foreclosures filings here in Manatee County has had 5687 foreclosure filings to date this year, which is an increase from last year.  This is a lot of homes and as an active agent it made me wonder where are all the bank owned inventory? There are… Read More

New Treasury Department Guidelines go in effect in 2010 for short sales

Finally! Home owners, Realtors, Lenders, and home buyers are all going to benefit from these new guidlines.  The faster and easier the process becomes the closer offers will come to being fair market value.  This will lead to reduced inventories, and market stabilization.  The Treasury department created a 46 page guide for major lenders to follow with… Read More

Are you curious what Bank of America thinks your home’s worth?

This entry discovered a great site that Bank of America uses to evaluate home value. If you ever wondered what Bank of America thinks your home is worth, you can just type in the address and there you go! It's surprising why they need to do so many appraisals and BPOs on their short sales when they… Read More

4115 Murfield Drive

Short sale Thanks, Joseph C Murphy P.A.www.manateemoves.comjoe@manateemoves.com941-780-3260 Posted via email from Joe’s posterous

1909 68th drive east Ellenton

Amazing water views that will blow you away!

1909 68th Drive East in Ellenton is the perfect riverfront home.  Bring your bathing suit and your boat/jet-ski. Incredible views just east on I-75. Located at the end of a cul de sac with nice big oaks, and the best view on the street! The home has 3 bedrooms 2 are downstairs, and upstairs there… Read More

514 30TH E AVE- Bradenton Duplex

115k Unique Duplex- Not a short sale

Looks can be deceiving .  Would you like a home,  that has a “conforming” apartment that can be rented out? This property is zoned duplex, but it does not look like a “typical” duplex unit.  This could be a great option for someone that would like a home with some income potential.  It could be… Read More

217k- Approved, 5ac, appreciation!

4705 Ft Hamer Road, Parrish FL 34219

Short Sale.  APPROVED BY THE BANK! This is a great family home with tons of room to breathe!  Featuring 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms there is plenty of space to make this house your home.  It is in a great location with easy access to 301 and I-75. With the future land use this property… Read More