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Pensacola Florida Real Estate Market Reports for June by Charles Stallions

Charles Stallions Real Estate Services Pensacola Homes -  800-309-3414: Real Estate Brokerage in Pensacola, FL

Pensacola, Florida Real Estate

We here at the Charles Stallions Real Estate Services continuously monitor local real estate statistics to keep our clients informed and ahead of the real estate trends. Below you will find Pensacola, Florida real estate statistic. For last months stats scroll down, call me or e-mail for even more details. Home not Selling, find out why? SELLERS TIP # 8

A Snapshot of the Pensacola, Florida Housing Market

Available Homes = 1965

FORECLOSURES/ Short Sales = 374

New listings this month = 378

Current Homes Under Contract = 300

Homes Sold In Last 30 Days = 199

Average Days On The Market = 210

Latest Assumption Rate = 10 months (rounded)

Average Sales Price = $156,886

List Price to Sales Price = 93.95%

TIP OF THE MONTH

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If you would like a free list of homes for sale in this area/neighborhood, would like more information about Pensacola or would like to be the first to know about hot new listings before other buyers do including for sale by owners , then give me a call at: 1-800-309-3414 or e-mail me at charles@charlesstallions.com with hot new listings in the subject line.

Charles Stallions Real Estate Services uses the Pensacola MLS market reports to specifically help buyers and sellers with the buying and selling process. Including short sales, foreclosures and homes for sell in the Pensacola, Pace, Gulf Breeze, Pensacola Beach and Perdido Key Florida areas.


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Come One Come All Pensacola Real Estate Investors for family fun in the Pensacola sun.

Charles Stallions Real Estate Services Pensacola Homes -  800-309-3414: Real Estate Brokerage in Pensacola, FL

We invite all Pensacola Real Estate Investors to join us downtown at Seville Square for a day of fun with family and friends. There will be activities throughout the day, from 11 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. at Seville Square in downtown Pensacola, including a free children's area with inflatables and pony rides, arts & crafts vendors, food vendors and live entertainment on the gazebo stage beginning at 11 a.m. The Sertoma Club will present a free concert featuring Junior Brown. The festivities will culminate with the fireworks show over Pensacola Bay, synchronized with music broadcast on Cat Country 98.7 FM. This year's music is themed around Pensacola's 450th celebration, with selections representing each of the five flags which have flown over our city in the last 450 years. We hope all will join us for the fireworks show believed to be one of the largest on the Gulf Coast over Pensacola Bay at 9 p.m.

God Bless America, God Bless Pensacola and God bless you.

Charles Stallions, CRS, CSP, CBR, CDPS, SREE, EREI - 800-309-3414, a leader in real estate investing, buying and selling. Lead Real Estate negotiator for several investment clubs as well as investors throughout the US. Call Charles for a list of references before buying or selling you what some consider being their largest investment.

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THOUSANDS OF HOMES.... One Address www.charlesstallions.com

Looking for a home to rent, sell or buy in Pensacola Florida, Pace Florida and Gulf Breeze Florida. E-mail charles@charlesstallions.com foreclosures, short sales homes for sale or rent. Charles Stallions Real Estate Services located in Pensacola Florida, a 12 member team of local experts on Loan Modifications, Certified Residential Specialist, Distressed Property Specialist with fourteen years in real estate dealing in foreclosures, first time home buyer programs and investor sales. We are the company you keep, with your one stop office for Property Management, Title and Closing Solutions, FHA, VA, Conventional Loans, Termite and Pest Control, Land Surveyors, Around the House repair company, Legal Service Provider in Pensacola Florida. We sell Real Estate in Pensacola Florida.

Flat Fee of $2995 to SELL *** MLS $1495 + 3 % or Property Management $50. flat fee

Call Now 800-309-3414 for over the phone evaluation and NO Obligation

Pensacola Investors know the Key To Selling Pensacola Homes is Pricing Right

Charles Stallions Real Estate Services Pensacola Homes -  800-309-3414: Real Estate Brokerage in Pensacola, FL

Charles Stallions, CRS, CSP, CBR, CDPS, SREE, EREI - 800-309-3414, a leader in real estate investing, buying and selling. Lead Real Estate negotiator for several investment clubs as well as investors throughout the US. Call Charles for a list of references before buying or selling you what some consider being their largest investment.

When you decide to sell your home, you want the highest possible return from its sale. Determining price is the most critical step in preparing your home for sale.

Obviously, pricing your property too low won't provide the best return. You are apt to be deluged with lookers and may get many offers, but you could lose thousands of dollars on your family's largest investment.

Likewise, pricing a property too high is risky. Homes priced too high miss their target market. Qualified buyers who might find the home just right for their needs won't see your home, or make an offer on it, because it is out of their price range. If they are shown an overpriced home during its early marketing stages and do not buy because it isn't a good value, they are unlikely to revisit your home once the price is lowered. Real estate agents will hesitate to show an overpriced home, unless it will make a competing property look like a better value.

Many home sellers make a mistake by implementing the 'let's try it and see' pricing attitude. But testing the market can be dangerous. A property receives its best exposure during the first three to five weeks on the market.

If your home is priced right from the outset, you maximize your opportunity of reaching the most qualified buyers. Buyers who have seen most available homes in their price range are waiting for the right house to come on the market. This is why a well priced home often sells quickly once it is put on the market.

Multiple listing association statistics show that the longer a home is on the market, the lower the selling price. The home becomes stale and a price reduction results.

Pricing a home is part art and part science. It's based on hard evidence by looking at sale prices for comparable properties. But, no two homes are identical. That means the evidence must be evaluated by an experienced sales associate, like myself.

The right price really is the right price range to attract the maximum number of qualified buyers within a time frame that suits the sellers' needs. Pricing strategy depends on the market conditions at the time your home is put up for sale. It can best be determined by an agent who is active in the market, who constantly views homes and is monitoring the changing market conditions.

If you need help to determine the right price for your home, in order to sell your home in the least amount of time for the highest return, please contact me for a comparative market analysis and consultation.

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THOUSANDS OF HOMES.... One Address www.charlesstallions.com

Looking for a home to rent, sell or buy in Pensacola Florida, Pace Florida and Gulf Breeze Florida. E-mail charles@charlesstallions.com foreclosures, short sales homes for sale or rent. Charles Stallions Real Estate Services located in Pensacola Florida, a 12 member team of local experts on Loan Modifications, Certified Residential Specialist, Distressed Property Specialist with fourteen years in real estate dealing in foreclosures, first time home buyer programs and investor sales. We are the company you keep, with your one stop office for Property Management, Title and Closing Solutions, FHA, VA, Conventional Loans, Termite and Pest Control, Land Surveyors, Around the House repair company, Legal Service Provider in Pensacola Florida. We sell Real Estate in Pensacola Florida.

Flat Fee of $2995 to SELL *** MLS $1495 + 3 % or Property Management $50. flat fee

Call Now 800-309-3414 for over the phone evaluation and NO Obligation

Avoid Mistakes That Could Cost You Thousands as a Pensacola Investor

Charles Stallions Real Estate Services Pensacola Homes -  800-309-3414: Real Estate Brokerage in Pensacola, FL
Charles Stallions, CRS, CSP, CBR, CDPS, SREE, EREI - 800-309-3414, a leader in real estate investing, buying and selling. Lead Real Estate negotiator for several investment clubs as well as investors throughout the US. Call Charles for a list of references before buying or selling you what some consider being their largest investment.

Selling your home can be an exhausting experience. Last minute walk throughs, inconvenient calls, price adjustment and the possibility of being stuck with two mortgages are real concerns. If you are not completely prepared you could end up losing hundreds, even thousands, of dollars in profit.

The difference between a profitable smooth transaction and a break even, miserable experience is often a fine line. In the majority of cases it comes down to the subtle know how of your professional. By utilizing the knowledge of a well-trained real estate investor, you'll ensure the quick, profitable sale of your home. This report is designed to arm you with the knowledge to avoid 11 common mistakes that cost sellers serious money.
  1. Refusing to Make Profit Inducing Repairs
    It always costs you more money to sell 'as is' than to make repairs that will increase the value of your home. Even minor improvements will often yield as much as three to five times the repair cost at the time of sale. Your agent will be able to point out what repairs will significantly increase the value of your home. Seemingly small fix up jobs can have quite an impact.

  2. Not Considering Other Financing Terms
    Cash is not always the most advantageous transaction. Income level, tax benefits and current legislation are all critical factors when considering purchase terms. Professional Real Estate Investors are experts at home transactions and can lead you down the path that will give you the highest yield.

  3. Provide Easy Access for Showings
    Accessibility is a major key to profitability. Appointment-only showings are the most restrictive, while a lock box is the least. However there are certain considerations to take into account: your lifestyle, time frame for the desired sale and the relationship with the person representing your interests. The more accessible your home is, the better the odds of finding a person willing to pay your asking price. You never know if the one that couldn't get a viewing was the one that got away. By developing a trusting relationship with an investor, he or she will show the home with your best interests in mind.

  4. Priced Too Low/Priced Too High
    One critical reason to find an experienced professional real estate investment professional is to make sure the property is priced appropriately for a timely and profitable sale. If the property is priced too high it will sit and develop the identity of a problem property. If it's priced too low it could cost you considerable profits. The real estate market has subtle nuances and market changes that should be re-evaluated by your representaive every 10-14 days to help you maximize your return.

  5. Relying Solely on Traditional Methods To Sell Your Home
    The real estate professional who is innovative and willing to offer new strategies of attracting home buyers will always outperform those who rely on traditional methods. Demand around the clock advertising exposure, innovative lead generation methods and lead accountability. These services exist and should be offered on your home sale.

  6. Market Timing/Seasonal Selling
    Just as a broker who continually follows the trends of a stock, your real estate professional continually follows trends of your home market. They will know if the market cycle is poised to net you the most money. Avoid believing that property sales are seasonal.. property is always selling.

  7. Refusing to Make Cosmetic Changes
    The prospective home buyer's first impression is the most important. Hundreds ordf thousands of home sales have been lost to unkempt lawns, cluttered rooms, bad stains, unpleasant odors... all the seemingly little things. Imagine you were the home buyer and clean your place from top to bottom... military style.

  8. Wasting Time With An Unqualified Prospect
    Your representative's responsibility is to screen a prospect's qualifications before valuable time is lost. Be sure to align yourself with the right professional and eliminate negotiating with unqualified prospects.

  9. Don't Test The Market
    Never put your property on line to sell unless you are serious. The right professional will find you buyers and if you are harboring indecision... you will blow the sale.

  10. Believing You are Powerless to Make a Difference
    Be a part of the team! Take an active role with your real estate professional to see what you can do to facilitate your sale. Networking with professional peers and personal friends often results in the sale of a home. It's surprising how many homes are sold this way.

  11. Believing All Realtors, Brokers & Others are the Same
    With all the intricate details and critical decisions to be made concerning your home sale, should you rely on anyone but an experienced real estate investment professional? Many friends and family members have been estranged as a result of failing to meet expectations. Your home sale is a time consuming, effort related, difficult task. Maximize your profit by utilizing a experienced real estate investment professional.

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THOUSANDS OF HOMES.... One Address www.charlesstallions.com

Looking for a home to rent, sell or buy in Pensacola Florida, Pace Florida and Gulf Breeze Florida. E-mail charles@charlesstallions.com foreclosures, short sales homes for sale or rent. Charles Stallions Real Estate Services located in Pensacola Florida, a 12 member team of local experts on Loan Modifications, Certified Residential Specialist, Distressed Property Specialist with fourteen years in real estate dealing in foreclosures, first time home buyer programs and investor sales. We are the company you keep, with your one stop office for Property Management, Title and Closing Solutions, FHA, VA, Conventional Loans, Termite and Pest Control, Land Surveyors, Around the House repair company, Legal Service Provider in Pensacola Florida. We sell Real Estate in Pensacola Florida.

Flat Fee of $2995 to SELL *** MLS $1495 + 3 % or Property Management $50. flat fee

Call Now 800-309-3414 for over the phone evaluation and NO Obligation

5 Secrets to Buying the Best House for Your Money in Pensacola Florida

Charles Stallions Real Estate Services Pensacola Homes -  800-309-3414: Real Estate Brokerage in Pensacola, FL

Charles Stallions, CRS, CSP, CBR, CDPS, SREE, EREI - 800-309-3414, a leader in real estate investing, buying and selling. Lead Real Estate negotiator for several investment clubs as well as investors throughout the US. Call Charles for a list of references before buying or selling you what some consider being their largest investment.

1. Get "Pre-Approved" - Not "Pre-Qualified!"

Do you want to get the best property you can for the least amount of money? Then make sure you are in the strongest negotiating position possible. Price is only one element in the negotiations, and not necessarily the most important one. Often other terms, such as the strength of the buyer or the length of escrow, are critical to a seller.

In years past, I always recommended that buyers get "pre-qualified" by a lender. This means that you spend a few minutes on the phone with a lender who asks you a few questions. Based on the answers, the lender pronounces you "pre-qualified" and issues a certificate that you can show to a seller. Sellers are aware that such certificates are WORTHLESS, and here's why! None of the information has been verified!

Many times unknown problems can come to the surface! Some of the problems I've seen include recorded judgments, alimony payments due, glitches on the credit report due to any number of reasons both accurately and inaccurately, down payments that have not been in the clients' bank account long enough, etc.

So the way to make the strongest offer today is to get "pre-approved". This happens AFTER all information has been checked and verified. You are actually APPROVED for the loan and the only loose end is the appraisal on the property. This process takes anywhere from a few days to a few weeks depending on your situation. It's VERY POWERFUL and a weapon I recommend all my clients have in their negotiating arsenal.

2. Sell Your Property First, Then Buy the House

If you have a house to sell, sell it before selecting a house to buy! Contingency sales aren't nearly as strong as one that comes in with a ready, willing and able buyer. Consider this scenario: You've found the perfect house - now you have to go make an offer to the seller. You want the seller to reduce the price and wait until you sell your house. The seller figures that this is a risky deal, since he might pass up a buyer who DOESN'T have to sell a house while he's waiting for you. So he says OK, he'll do the contingency but it has to be a full price offer! You have now paid more for the house than you could have because of the contingency, and you have to sell your existing house in a hurry! Otherwise you lose the house! So to sell quickly you might take an offer that's lower than if you had more time. The bottom line is that buying before selling might cost you THOUSANDS of dollars.

If you're concerned that there is not a house on the market for you, then go on a window-shopping trip. You can identify possible houses and locations without falling in love with a specific house. If you feel confident after that then put your house on the market.

Another tactic is to make the sale ''subject to seller finding suitable housing''. Adding this phrase to the listing means that WHEN YOU DO FIND A BUYER, you will have some time to find the new place. If you don't find anything to your liking, you don't have to sell your present home.

3. Play the Game of Nines

Before house hunting, make a list of things you want in the new place. Then make a list of the things you don't want. You can use this list as a guide to rate each property that you see. The one with the biggest score wins! This helps avoid confusion and keeps things in perspective when you're comparing dozens of homes.

When house hunting, keep in mind the difference between ''STYLE AND SUBSTANCE''. The SUBSTANCE are things that cannot be changed such as the location, view, size of lot, noise in the area, school district, and floor plan. The STYLE represents easily changed surface finishes like carpet, wallpaper, color, and window coverings. Buy the house with good SUBSTANCE, because the STYLE can always be changed to match your tastes. I always recommend that you imagine each house as if it were vacant.

Consider each house on its underlying merits, not the seller's decorating skills.

4. Don't Be Pushed Into Any House

Your agent should show you everything available that meets your requirements. Don't make a decision on a house until you feel that you've seen enough to pick the best one.

A decade ago, homes were selling quickly, usually a few days after listing. In that kind of market, agents advised their clients to make an offer ON THE SPOT if they liked the house. That was good advice at the time. Today there isn't always this urgency, unless a home is drastically underpriced, and you'll know if it is.

Don't forget to check into the SCHOOL DISTRICTS of the area you're considering. Information is available on every school; such as class sizes, % of students that go on to college, SAT scores, etc. You can get this information from this web site.

5. Stop Calling Ads!

Please note - ads are sometimes created to make the phone ring! Many of the homes have some drawback that's not mentioned in the ad, such as traffic noise, power lines, or litigation in the community. What's not mentioned in the ad is usually more important than what is.

For this reason, I want you to be very careful when reading ads. Remember that the person writing the ad is representing the seller and not you! The most important thing you can do is have someone on your side looking out for your best interests. Your own agent will critique the property with an eye towards how well it meets your needs and will point out any drawbacks you should know about. So whether you decide to work with me or not, pick an agent you feel comfortable with and enlist the services of that agent as a buyer's broker. Then you become a client with all the rights, benefits, and privileges created by this agency relationship, and you're no longer just a shopper. Did you know that many homes are sold WITHOUT A SIGN ever going up or an AD EVER BEING PUT IN THE PAPER? These "great deals" go to those people who are committed to working with one agent. When an agent hears of a great buy, who do you think he's going to call? His client, who he has a legal obligation to work hard for you, or someone who just called on the phone and said "keep your eyes open"? So to get the best buy on a property, I always recommend that you hire your own agent and stick with him or her.

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THOUSANDS OF HOMES.... One Address www.charlesstallions.com

Looking for a home to rent, sell or buy in Pensacola Florida, Pace Florida and Gulf Breeze Florida. E-mail charles@charlesstallions.com foreclosures, short sales homes for sale or rent. Charles Stallions Real Estate Services located in Pensacola Florida, a 12 member team of local experts on Loan Modifications, Certified Residential Specialist, Distressed Property Specialist with fourteen years in real estate dealing in foreclosures, first time home buyer programs and investor sales. We are the company you keep, with your one stop office for Property Management, Title and Closing Solutions, FHA, VA, Conventional Loans, Termite and Pest Control, Land Surveyors, Around the House repair company, Legal Service Provider in Pensacola Florida. We sell Real Estate in Pensacola Florida.

Flat Fee of $2995 to SELL *** MLS $1495 + 3 % or Property Management $50. flat fee

Call Now 800-309-3414 for over the phone evaluation and NO Obligation