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Bark For Life is Saturday-Feb 18, 2012 at Gulf High School - The SPCA Suncoast will be there

Bark for Life is the Canines for a Cure fund-raising event supporting Relay for Life of New Port Richey-Florida. While the American Cancer Society does not fund research that affects our furry friends, this event gives us an opportunity to be empowered through their canine companions. And, it gives everyone a chance to contribute to finding a cause for cancer.

Family members and their canine companions can come out and enjoy demonstrations, contests and games to support the American Cancer Society.

The event will be held at Gulf High School, 5355 School Road, New Port Richey-FL 9am -1pm. You can email them at Bark4LifePasco@gmail.com or follow them on Facebook at Bark For Life - Pasco County
Or phone Sheila Stiles at 727-849-1397 or Mary Bray 727-492-6846

SPCA Suncoast will be there so come on out and spend some time and bring your furry children too.

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Bark For Life is Saturday-Feb 18, 2012 at Gulf High School - The SPCA Suncoast will be there

Turn on any financial news program and at some point you’ll hear the experts extolling the virtues of diversification. Real estate, even through the market downturn, has long been considered a conservative, long-term strategy to growing wealth.

In fact, that very downturn has created a historic buying opportunity for potential homebuyers and investors alike. The combination of lower home prices across American and historically low mortgage rates, two essential factors that usually don’t trend in the same direction, have triggered a buyer’s market in many areas of the country. For real estate investors who want to rent their properties, this can make the difference in achieving positive cash flow sooner or right off the bat.

While some seasoned real estate investors make it look easy, to be successful, beginners should follow some basic principles.

· Learn all you can. Before committing your cash, you should have a fundamental understanding of real estate. For example, be aware that, in general, investment properties are not liquid investments. Barring exceptional circumstances, real estate does not sell at a moment’s notice. It could take days or months to sell a property, depending on the strength of the market in a particular region.

· Consider cash flow. You’ll need to have enough capital on hand to cover any short-term losses due to vacancies between tenants.

· Start small. Look into buying a condominium, single-family home or a duplex. Leave large apartment buildings and commercial properties to the pros.

· Inquire at the local Chamber of Commerce about companies relocating into or out of the area. Company movement is one indicator of demand for rental and/or office space.

· Find a property that will be in demand. Look for a moderately priced home with three or four bedrooms, two bathrooms, and a garage that sits on a quiet street.

· Research the property. The most common way first-time investors lose is by failing to investigate a property thoroughly. Look beyond the front door. Investigate the reputation of the school district, the crime rate, and plans for expanding a nearby highway or developing vacant land. Ask a local real estate professional about the area, its history, and how fast (or slow) properties are moving.

· Inspect the home you’re considering for signs of water damage, such as stains on the ceiling and crinkling or gathering wallpaper; open and close every door and window; and check all electrical sockets by plugging in an appliance. Get an independent home inspection, roof inspection and termite inspection. Unexpected repair costs can eat away your cash flow. Because even the best inspection can’t always predict problems, try to set aside some of the rental income for unexpected repairs.

· Spend time driving the streets of the neighborhood noting the condition of other properties. Are lawns maintained? Are roofs in good shape? Are homes kept up?

· Be ready to make fixes quickly and respond to the renter’s needs. If you’re not prepared to be a hands-on landlord, consider hiring a property management firm.

· See your tax advisor for related planning and laws that can affect your investment decisions.

Remember, investing in a property is much different than living in one, and emotion and attachment can be prime motivators when it comes to homes, it is return on investment that counts when investing in real estate.

This year the Zephyrhills, Florida Founders Day Celebration will take place in downtown Zephyrhills on March 10th from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM, with the day's parade starting at 10:00 AM. This will be the 102nd time that this event has taken place here. So there is some history behind it!

This year's theme is: Unsung Heroes of Zephyrhills: Past and Present. The organizers of the day define an "unsung hero" as "a person who makes a substantive yet unrecognized contribution. Or an unsung hero is a person whose bravery is unknown or unacknowledged."

If you like, you can simply participate as an observer. But if you or your organization would like to play a larger part in this celebration, you can! Download the following pages that contain important information about ways in which you can take part in the festivities. Just click here: Download Zephyrhills Founder's Day Information

We have great weather during this time of year and I am sure that everyone will enjoy this annual event here in Zephyrhills, Florida. Come, take part, and enjoy yourselves on Saturday, March 10, 2012.

For more information, you can also call: Mainstreet Zephyrhills at 813-780-1414 or visit their webpage at: www.mainstreetzephyrhills.org/

Posted by John Elwell - REALTOR at CENTURY 21 Bill Nye Realty, Inc. 813-784-4444. Licensed in Florida.