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Create an enticing offer to the seller

02-10-12
William True, Broker - Sarasota Real Estate
William True, Broker - Sarasota Real Estate: Real Estate Agent in Sarasota, FL
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Presenting a strong offer to a seller could make or break any Sarasota Real Estate purchase.

It takes a great deal of time and effort to find that dream home or perfect investment property in Sarasota, but simply finding the property is only the first stage in a longer process. Now you'll need to present a strong offer to the seller. Superior properties that are priced right will usually interest a handful of prospective buyers, so you'll need to make your offer stand out. Here are some tips on how to make your offer stronger:

1. Have the earliest possible closing date. Usually, sellers will favor an earlier date. This demonstrates to the seller that you mean business and that you're ready to do business.

2. Ask for a minimal-length option period. When a buyer backs out during the option period, the buyer has lost nothing, but the seller loses other potential buyers.

3. Offer a larger amount as earnest money. A seller often measures your seriousness by the amount you put in an earnest money check.

4. Write the seller a personal letter about why you like the property and how much you appreciate the work he or she has put into it. Most sellers appreciate this personal touch and will be grateful that you've noticed their efforts.

5. If you want a seller to complete any repairs, list those repairs after the inspection rather than on the first offer. This will help both sides to avoid any disputes about the validity of the repair requests.

6. Don't forget that it's vital to send your offer with a pre-approval letter rather than sending it with a pre-qualification letter. The pre-approval letter is key because the lender only issues it after a careful assessment of your financial situation. The pre-approval letter indicates the amount you have been pre-approved for, so it enhances your offer by assuring the seller that you are capable of purchasing the property.

For more information on buying real estate in Sarasota, contact your Exclusive Buyer Agents at True Sarasota Real Estate.

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Sarasota's New College Ranked Third Nationally . . . Sarasota Is A College Town, Too!

02-09-12
Keith Kropp - Search Sarasota Homes For Sale - Sarasota, FL Neighborhoods
Keith Kropp - Search Sarasota Homes For Sale - Sarasota, FL Neighborhoods: Real Estate Agent in Sarasota, FL
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Sarasota's New College Ranked Third Nationally . . . Sarasota Is A College Town, Too! For the fourth time, Sarasota's New College has been named as one of the top three liberal arts colleges on the "Best Value Public College in America" list.

The list was released this week by The Princeton Review and USA Today. New College was also praised on this past Tuesday's "Today Show" on NBC and in a front page story in the USA Today.

"It is a wonderful school, a small school," The Princeton Review's Robert Franek said on "The Today Show". "It's an enormous academic value and a great financial aid as well."

The average class size is only ten students! This student/teacher ratio puts New College in the same league as many other elite institutions. In-state students pay an average of $15,000 per year, making it a very affordable college.

"We offer something that is special that way - students are working closer with faculty," said Lynn Reichmann, New College spokeswoman. "A lot of schools that are similar to us around the country are private."

New College, which celebrated its 50th Anniversary last year, has also been ranked highly by U.S. News & World Report, Forbes.com, Kiplinger's Personal Finance and other media outlets.

Other colleges in Sarasota include Argosy University, Eckerd College, FSU Film School, Keiser University, Ringling College of Art and Design, Sarasota County Technical Institute, State College of Florida and University of South Florida at Sarasota-Manatee.

So, Sarasota is a college town, too! Just one more reason to live in Florida's best "little city"!

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Would You Like A FREE Downtown Sarasota City Guide?

02-08-12
Keith Kropp - Search Sarasota Homes For Sale - Sarasota, FL Neighborhoods
Keith Kropp - Search Sarasota Homes For Sale - Sarasota, FL Neighborhoods: Real Estate Agent in Sarasota, FL
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Downtown Sarasota City GuideWould You Like A FREE Downtown Sarasota City Guide? The Downtown Sarasota Alliance (DSA) is a group of downtown Sarasota residents, restaurants, retailers, businesses and property owners joining together to promote downtown Sarasota. The DSA has just published a their Downtown Sarasota City Guide, and I would be happy to send you a copy for FREE.

The Downtown Sarasota City Guide contains all kinds of useful information on the history of Sarasota, the architecture of Sarasota as well as an index of all the downtown businesses. There is a wealth of information on what to see and do downtown, where to eat or drink downtown, where to park, where to see a movie or play, where to shop for everything you could possibly need.

This wonderful Downtown Sarasota City Guide is a convenient size (4"X9") and can be easily tucked into a glove compartment, pocket or pocket book! It is a handy reference to almost everything you would want to know about downtown Sarasota.

The DSA is a great ambassador for downtown Sarasota constantly promoting the downtown Sarasota's activities and bright spots; including the delightful Friday Nights promotions on Palm Avenue, Main Street, First Street and Whole Foods Market Center, Historic Burns Square, Towles Court and Rosemary District with a new theme each month and shopping, dining and live performances from 6pm to 9pm.

For your FREE copy of the Downtown Sarasota City Guide, just send me an email to Keith Kropp with your address, and I will get one sent out to you right away. Just another reason to live in Florida's best "little city" . . . Sarasota!

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Kweeh Wordless Wednesday 2/8/2012 – You Cannot See the Forest through the Trees

02-08-12
Kwee Huset® Venice Florida Homes For Sale
Kwee Huset® Venice Florida Homes For Sale: Real Estate Agent in Venice, FL
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This photograph was taken during our family visit in December last year. It caught my attention, and was a “must have” to share with all of my friends in the web. Can you name these trees?

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Buying or selling your home in Sarasota, and the surrounding area, contact Sarasota REALTOR®. Kwee can assist you every step of the way, while keeping your best interests at heart.

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Free Brown Bag Concert in Sarasota FL

02-06-12
Kwee Huset® Venice Florida Homes For Sale
Kwee Huset® Venice Florida Homes For Sale: Real Estate Agent in Venice, FL
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Are you looking for things to do? Come, you are invited, bring your lunch and a lawn chair to the Gazebo in a beautiful park to enjoy popular musical styles including Dixieland, Big Band, folk & jazz offerings – Free Brown Bag Concert in Sarasota FL

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Date: February 9, 2012 Thursday

Time: 12:00 noon – 1:00pm

Location: Edson Keith Mansion,Phillippi Estate Park

5500 S Tamiami Trail, Sarasota FL 34231 Map It

Telephone: 941-861-5000 for more information

Free Brown Bag Concert in Sarasota FL

Need someone on your side for your real estate transaction either buying or selling in Sarasota, and the surrounding area? Just contact your local REALTOR®

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