I am impressed with the efforts to create a master plan for Tampa and the Mayor's efforts to allow citizens to participate in an online forum.
Check out InvisionTampa for details.
The first part of success is having a good plant.
Steve Armstrong, Realtor
Certifying Agent, Florida Green Builders Coalition
Smith & Associates Real Estate
http://www.BayToBeaches.com
Wednesday, November 28, 2012
Tuesday, November 27, 2012
Median House Prices in the Tampa Bay area up over 11% this year
The National Association of Realtors have released some recent information on the sales price trends in the Tampa Bay Area. With the current average sales price averaging $144,300 compared to a national average of $181,133. This graph shows how increase demand and less availablity have allowed prices to increase on average over 11% this year vs last year.
Let us help you find your dream home. Steve and Caryn are ready to help from the BayToBeaches.com
Steve Armstrong, Realtor Certifying Agent, Florida Green Builders Coalition Smith & Associates Real Estate http://www.BayToBeaches.com
Let us help you find your dream home. Steve and Caryn are ready to help from the BayToBeaches.com
Steve Armstrong, Realtor Certifying Agent, Florida Green Builders Coalition Smith & Associates Real Estate http://www.BayToBeaches.com
Tuesday, November 13, 2012
Check out the new incredible listing in St Petersburg located on exclusive Snell Isle's Bay Point Drive. Listed at 1,179,000 This home offers St. Pete luxury canal front living with 5 Bedroms 4.5 Baths
Steve Armstrong, Realtor Certifying Agent, Florida Green Builders Coalition Smith & Associates Real Estate http://www.BayToBeaches.com
Steve Armstrong, Realtor Certifying Agent, Florida Green Builders Coalition Smith & Associates Real Estate http://www.BayToBeaches.com
Sunday, November 11, 2012
Holidays can always seem to be a catch 22 for real estate. Buyers have time on their hands but sellers dont want the distraction of showings. I found this article interesting.
Buying or Selling Over the Holidays
Steve Armstrong, Realtor Certifying Agent, Florida Green Builders Coalition Smith & Associates Real Estate http://www.BayToBeaches.com
Buying or Selling Over the Holidays
Steve Armstrong, Realtor Certifying Agent, Florida Green Builders Coalition Smith & Associates Real Estate http://www.BayToBeaches.com
Thursday, June 14, 2012
10 Prime Real Estate Market trends
With all of the recent activity we dont seem to be the best deals on the market in Florida any more. This is good news for Sellers.
This article highlights trends of upward rental prices and lower home prices. http://www.inman.com/reports/first-time-buyers
Steve Armstrong, Realtor Certifying Agent, Florida Green Builders Coalition Smith & Associates Real Estate http://www.BayToBeaches.com
This article highlights trends of upward rental prices and lower home prices. http://www.inman.com/reports/first-time-buyers
Steve Armstrong, Realtor Certifying Agent, Florida Green Builders Coalition Smith & Associates Real Estate http://www.BayToBeaches.com
Friday, May 25, 2012
For Memorial Day--Dr. Beaches best Beaches
A few Florida beaches made the best Beaches list. I have the opportunity to spend Memorial Day at one of them in St. George Island State Park near Apalachicola in the Panhandle
Enjoy your Memorial Day!
Steve Armstrong, Realtor Certifying Agent, Florida Green Builders Coalition Smith & Associates Real Estate http://www.BayToBeaches.com
Enjoy your Memorial Day!
Steve Armstrong, Realtor Certifying Agent, Florida Green Builders Coalition Smith & Associates Real Estate http://www.BayToBeaches.com
Saturday, May 12, 2012
Tampa Bay Real Estate Market Bounce
Great news! This is the one of the markets that CNBC has identified as a market with upside potential.
http://www.cnbc.com/id/47354510?slide=11
Steve Armstrong, Realtor Certifying Agent, Florida Green Builders Coalition Smith & Associates Real Estate http://www.BayToBeaches.com
http://www.cnbc.com/id/47354510?slide=11
Steve Armstrong, Realtor Certifying Agent, Florida Green Builders Coalition Smith & Associates Real Estate http://www.BayToBeaches.com
Thursday, May 10, 2012
Now available!!! South Tampa 4215 San Pedro
Check out the latest listing. 3/2 Cute home....Not a short sale, not a foreclosure!
Steve Armstrong, Realtor Certifying Agent, Florida Green Builders Coalition Smith & Associates Real Estate http://www.BayToBeaches.com
Steve Armstrong, Realtor Certifying Agent, Florida Green Builders Coalition Smith & Associates Real Estate http://www.BayToBeaches.com
Monday, April 2, 2012
Is the Real Estate Market turning to a "Sellers Market"?
As a Realtor that works with buyers trying to take advantage of some of the great market deals out there, we have more and more examples of competitive bidding situations. Real Estate Buyers want a deal and the news portrays these as easy to get, however, homes priced well, go under contract quickly.
Finally the news has recognized this trend.
http://www.tampabay.com/news/business/realestate/bidding-wars-break-out-over-tampa-bay-area-homes/1222782
Steve Armstrong, Realtor Certifying Agent, Florida Green Builders Coalition Smith & Associates Real Estate http://www.BayToBeaches.com
Finally the news has recognized this trend.
http://www.tampabay.com/news/business/realestate/bidding-wars-break-out-over-tampa-bay-area-homes/1222782
Steve Armstrong, Realtor Certifying Agent, Florida Green Builders Coalition Smith & Associates Real Estate http://www.BayToBeaches.com
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Monday, March 19, 2012
TAX Advantages of Short sales transactions ends 2012
For those of you that are considering a real estate short sale transaction for your primary residence, 2012 is the last year that the Mortgage Forgiveness Debt Relief Act of 2007 to get those tax consequences waived.
The key to a short sale involves your ability to offer a property for less than the loan amount and be approved for that sale by the end of 2012. With short sales taking 3-7 months on average, you cannot afford to wait to get that home on the market.
Let us discuss how we can help you get your home sold!
Here is a good reference link http://www.ehow.com/about_6582533_real-short-sale-tax-consequences.html
Steve Armstrong, Realtor Certifying Agent, Florida Green Builders Coalition Smith & Associates Real Estate http://www.baytobeaches.com/
The key to a short sale involves your ability to offer a property for less than the loan amount and be approved for that sale by the end of 2012. With short sales taking 3-7 months on average, you cannot afford to wait to get that home on the market.
Let us discuss how we can help you get your home sold!
Here is a good reference link http://www.ehow.com/about_6582533_real-short-sale-tax-consequences.html
Steve Armstrong, Realtor Certifying Agent, Florida Green Builders Coalition Smith & Associates Real Estate http://www.baytobeaches.com/
Tuesday, February 21, 2012
It is all about Location, Location Location
With Tampa Bay's available "good" inventory continuing to slide down, the Tampa Bay Times has identified a trend that seems to be growing. Our much sought after waterfront properties are getting harder and harder to find
http://www.tampabay.com/news/business/realestate/new-waterfront-condos-disappearing-from-market-in-tampa-bay/1215300
Let us help you find that waterfront deal!
Steve Armstrong, Realtor Certifying Agent, Florida Green Builders Coalition Smith & Associates Real Estate http://www.baytobeaches.com/
http://www.tampabay.com/news/business/realestate/new-waterfront-condos-disappearing-from-market-in-tampa-bay/1215300
Let us help you find that waterfront deal!
Steve Armstrong, Realtor Certifying Agent, Florida Green Builders Coalition Smith & Associates Real Estate http://www.baytobeaches.com/
Tuesday, January 31, 2012
Just Sold!
Over 6000 square feet on 340 feet of bay front with 5 bedroom and 5 fireplaces. List price $1,998,000
Let the Bay To Beaches Team find your dream home!
Steve Armstrong, Realtor Certifying Agent, Florida Green Builders Coalition Smith & Associates Real Estate http://www.UniqueTampaHomes.com
Let the Bay To Beaches Team find your dream home!
Steve Armstrong, Realtor Certifying Agent, Florida Green Builders Coalition Smith & Associates Real Estate http://www.UniqueTampaHomes.com
Wednesday, January 25, 2012
Home Owners Insurance in Florida
I get asked many times from new comers to Florida about our our home owner and flood insurance rates. As many of our residents are aware, we have significantly higher premiums in the state because of our notorious hurricane season and outlook for tropical weather. Being surround by water has it advantages and costs.
Two things to keep in mind when buy a house, generally there are requirements and discounts related to your flood elevation and the ability of a home to withstand wind damage. As a result, when doing home inspection it is important to ask your insurance agent and inspector about a Wind Mitigation Survey.
With recent changes to wind mitigation inspections, I found this article useful on the Smith Blog: http://www.smithandassociates.com/blog/2012/01/wind-mitigation-changes-are-you-in-the-know/
Additionally depending on your homes proximity to the flood plain, your insurance company may require an Elevation Certificate to get coverage. This can be obtained from a previous owner or from your title agent. (or as part of the Survey).
We are happy to help you navigate our insurance challenges here in the sunshine state, just let us know how we can help.
Steve Armstrong, Realtor Certifying Agent, Florida Green Builders Coalition Smith & Associates Real Estate http://www.BayToBeaches.com
Two things to keep in mind when buy a house, generally there are requirements and discounts related to your flood elevation and the ability of a home to withstand wind damage. As a result, when doing home inspection it is important to ask your insurance agent and inspector about a Wind Mitigation Survey.
With recent changes to wind mitigation inspections, I found this article useful on the Smith Blog: http://www.smithandassociates.com/blog/2012/01/wind-mitigation-changes-are-you-in-the-know/
Additionally depending on your homes proximity to the flood plain, your insurance company may require an Elevation Certificate to get coverage. This can be obtained from a previous owner or from your title agent. (or as part of the Survey).
We are happy to help you navigate our insurance challenges here in the sunshine state, just let us know how we can help.
Steve Armstrong, Realtor Certifying Agent, Florida Green Builders Coalition Smith & Associates Real Estate http://www.BayToBeaches.com
Saturday, January 14, 2012
Tampa Platt Street Bridge to Re-Open
After months and months of frustration in South Tampa, Tuesday January 17th marks the date that the Platt Street Bridge re-opens. This will make getting into downtown Tampa much easier and more enjoyable.
That being said, the progress represents the beginning of a more bike friendly Bayshore.
More info http://www.tampagov.net/appl_tampa_announcements/ViewRelease.asp?ReleaseID=8860
Steve Armstrong, Realtor Certifying Agent, Florida Green Builders Coalition Smith & Associates Real Estate http://www.UniqueTampaHomes.com
That being said, the progress represents the beginning of a more bike friendly Bayshore.
More info http://www.tampagov.net/appl_tampa_announcements/ViewRelease.asp?ReleaseID=8860
Steve Armstrong, Realtor Certifying Agent, Florida Green Builders Coalition Smith & Associates Real Estate http://www.UniqueTampaHomes.com
Tuesday, January 3, 2012
UniqueTampaHomes.com 2011 Real Estate Newsletter
Feel free to check out my latest end of year newsletter.
http://myemail.constantcontact.com/UniqueTampaHomes-New-Year-2011-Newsletter.html?soid=1101774176732&aid=Gfk_u6ghI_4
Steve Armstrong, Realtor Certifying Agent, Florida Green Builders CoalitionSmith & Associates Real Estatehttp://www.UniqueTampaHomes.com
http://myemail.constantcontact.com/UniqueTampaHomes-New-Year-2011-Newsletter.html?soid=1101774176732&aid=Gfk_u6ghI_4
Steve Armstrong, Realtor Certifying Agent, Florida Green Builders CoalitionSmith & Associates Real Estatehttp://www.UniqueTampaHomes.com
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