tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-724274448029286882011-10-09T11:17:50.623-04:00The Sarasota real estate market includes: Sarasota, Siesta Key, Longboat Key, Palmer Ranch, Lakewood Ranch, Bradenton, University Park, Nokomis, Osprey and Venice. Located 1 hour south of Tampa and 2 hours north of Naples. Proud to be known not only for the #1 beach in the nation, Siesta Key Beach, but also as the cultural coast of Florida. The arts, museums, orchestra, ballet, theatre, fine dining and upscale shopping venues make Sarasota a special place.Pam Charron, Realtorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02731039647286772342noreply@blogger.comBlogger22125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-72427444802928688.post-8621086737550447582011-10-09T10:39:00.002-04:002011-10-09T10:41:19.972-04:00

Although you may live in a safe neighborhood, it's always good to take the extra steps to ensure your safety. The habits we adopt in our daily lives, like at home, will stay with us as we step out of our day-to-day paths... After attending a recent REALTOR safety training course, hosted by Andrew Wooten, I decided to share these valuable tips via my blog... Some things are common sense but

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Have you been told to be proactive by arranging for a pre-sale home inspection? Let me explain why this is a very good idea. Typically a home inspection is done to discover any 'unknown' property defects such things like mis-wired electrical panels, water intrusion in the attic, loose tiles or shingles, mold, non-functioning electrical outlets etc.  It is the buyer's responsibility to hire and

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5 Reasons You Should Sell Your House TODAY! by The KCM Crew on October 19, 2010 - Thought this had some good points, so I thought I'd share Below are five reasons you should consider when pricing your house to sell in the next 90 days. Meet with your real estate agent and mortgage professional today and see whether it is the right move for you and your family. 1. Entering this time of year,

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Just reported by the Sarasota Assocation of Realtors: Property sales again reach highest level of the year in Sarasota real estate market The Sarasota real estate market remained active and vibrant in June 2010, in spite of the loss of the federal home buyer tax credits, oil crisis rumors, and the sluggish national economy. Property sales in June 2010 in the Sarasota market once again topped

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Our beaches are pristine, beautiful and ready for visitors....Here is some more insight to what is happening on the Sarasota coastline... I was invited to hear Dr Nigel Mould of Mote Marine speak about the gulf oil leak. An opportunity to get first hand information from an active research company located right here in Sarasota. I’d like to share some of what I learned. Although no one can say

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How to Avoid a Huge HVAC Mistake…and a Big Expense As things heat up in our area, I wanted to take the chance to remind you of the importance of regularly caring for your HVAC system. Failing to properly maintain your HVAC can cost you thousands of dollars. Unfortunately, I’ve had clients confronted with HVAC nightmares due to lack of consistent maintenance. And as a Member of the Top 5 in

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This is a copy of the recent press release by the Sarasota Association of Realtors. Sales skyrocket in March 2010; local market appears strong Overall property sales reached 753 in the Sarasota market in March 2010, the highest total since December 2005 and more than 56 percent higher than March 2009. Pending sales were also robust, standing at 1,060 - the highest total in the past four years.

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Top 5 Reasons Why Now Is the Best Time to Buy a Second Home With all the negative news about the economy and the real estate market, in particular, there’s a good chance you’ve put any ideas of buying a second home on permanent hold. As a Member of the Top 5 in Real Estate Network®, however, I can tell you that just the opposite is true. The reality is that now is the best possible time to

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How to Help Your Home Stand Out and Sell Faster In today’s buyers market, home-selling clients are always asking me what they can do to help their homes stand apart from the competition. As a Member of the Top 5 in Real Estate Network(R), I have seen how effective home staging can make all the difference in not only a quicker sale but a more profitable sale, as well. First, it’s important to

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Relocating? Top 5 Reasons to Find the Right Real Estate Agent Believe it or not, even though selling and buying a home is one of the most stressful, most important financial and lifestyle investments you’ll ever make, most people spend very little time in selecting a real estate agent to work with. Even worse, most people tend to believe that all real estate agents are the same and possess the

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How HAFA Can Help Financially Challenged Homeowners This past November, the Treasury Department released guidelines for its new Home Affordable Foreclosure Alternatives Program (HAFA), designed to help homeowners who are unable to retain their home under the Home Affordable Modification Program (HAMP). Under HAFA, homeowners may be able to avoid foreclosure by completing a short sale or a

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Each month the Sarasota Association of Realtors distributes a report of our local housing market. This month again shows positive signs including continued sales and a balance of inventory in some price ranges. However, a large portion of the homes sold are either bank-owned or short-sales. My personal business is strong. I am working with many buyers who are from out of town and want to take

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10 Time-Saving Tips to Take the Stress Out of MovingWhen it comes to moving, a little preparation goes a long way. As a member of the Top 5 in Real Estate Network®, my experience tells me that tons of time and energy can be saved by planning ahead, staying organized and focusing on details.Here are 10 great, time-saving tips to make moving fast and efficient, courtesy of HGTV’s FrontDoor.com:1.

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Top 5 Facts You Need to Know about the Expanded Home Buyers Tax CreditOn November 6, President Obama signed the Worker, Homeownership, and Business Assistance Act of 2009 into law, extending and expanding the important home buyer tax credit, and thereby providing many Americans with just the break they need to buy a first home or move up to a new home.One of the requirements for becoming a Member

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Information just released by the Sarasota Association of Realtors.Nov. 16, 2009 October sales in Sarasota market continue strong paceStrong property sales in the Sarasota market in October 2009 continued to provide ample evidence of a market in recovery, with overall sales nearly 36 percent higher than October 2008. Total sales stood at 574 in October, compared to 364 total sales in October 2008

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Overcoming Common Foreclosure FearsAs foreclosure numbers continue to rise, you might be one of the many homeowners worried about losing your home. The truth is, foreclosure can be prevented, however, most homeowners are too confused or afraid to confront their mortgage problems and, therefore, neglect taking the necessary steps to potentially save their homes. As a member of the Top 5 in Real

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As a Member of the Top 5 in Real Estate Network®, I am frequently asked these days for my advice on loan modification…specifically, how quickly new loan terms can be arranged. Waiting to find out if your application for loan modification has been accepted can be a nerve-wracking and frustrating experience—especially if you’re still receiving late payment notices and creditor calls. Here are some

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Barbara Corcoran, Real Estate Expert for The Today Show spoke today about the best US Cities to achieve the best REAL ESTATE Buy. Great news for Sarasota, ratedNumber 1 in the 10 Biggest Markets on Sale across the country.Find your piece of paradise http://www.sarasotaandbeyond.com/. Not only did Sarasota make the top of the list, but the latest figures from the National Association of Realtors

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LOCAL REALTOR® ACHIEVESNATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS® GREEN DESIGNATIONJune 29, 2009Sarasota, FL– Pam Charron with Prudential Palms Realty has been awarded the National Association of REALTORS®’ (NAR’s) Green Designation, the only green real estate professional designation recognized by NAR.Pam achieved this prestigious designation after completing 18 hours of course work designed specifically

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Growing up in New England was a wonderful experience. Close to beaches, lakes, mountains, big cities and small...and oh, those wonderful change in seasons. Warm spring days, cool summer evenings, crisp and colorful fall days and the wonders of the wintry snow.... So today while reading my many news spots online, I looked at the weather map and understand why I titled this blog as "New England,

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I was so pleased to see that Dr. Beach has ranked Siesta Key Beach # 2 this year! Second only to a remote two mile beach in Kauai and up from No. 3 last year. Siesta Key is world renowned for it's powdery white sand that stretches for miles and gently slopes into the clear blue water. The sand is 99% quartz and stays cool to the feet. I am so fortunate to live near Siesta Key Beach...a fabulous

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In Florida, statewide home sales jumped by 30 % in March, over year-earlier levels, and were up 33 % over the previous month. Even condo sales were up by 25%.March sales in Sarasota County were up 25.1% over March of 2008; and up 26.2% from February of 09 to March of 09. Pending sales really tell the story. March pending home sales rose dramatically, with a slight reveal of a median price

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