Brook Simmons

Many people are curious about the team concept and can't wrap their heads around the idea. People always ask "how does the team work and why are you on a team" The simple answer is "I am on a team because I want my customers to receive the very best service possible" As many people may or may not know being a Realtor is 24/7 and can feel like two full time jobs in one. One person cannot meet the needs of everyone. Especially when it comes to working with sellers and short sales. I realized very quickly that as a single agent working with short sales was going to be tough and rather than give up on buyers all together I decided to shift my focus to only working with buyers and refer my sellers to someone who could focus on their needs. A recent closing that I had makes it very clear how this works. I closed a buyer about a year ago that was getting settled into a new career, new relationship, and ultimately a new life. Several months later he had got married and his new wife needed to sell her home. Unfortunately when I called for my follow up I found out that they had listed the home with someone else, a friend of a friend. I ofcourse told them that if I could help them in the future to please let me know. And then a couple months later he dropped by the office. The more he spoke the more I realized that this was going to be a short sale situation and so I asked him to meet with our listing specialist. We listed the property and within a couple weeks I had a buyer on the property. Within 45-60 days we closed with a happy buyer and a relieved seller. The seller was able to get out from his home with approximately 6k out of pocket even though the deficit was over 30k. With a total of 6 properties set to close this same month there is no way that I could have negotiated the short sale by myself and got the same results. We truely can achieve more when we work together. That is the best thing about being on a team.

The best part about selling in a buyers market is that once you close you can take part in the low interest rates and low prices of homes today and make up what seems to be a loss. Here is what happened with my recent customers. We just closed yesterday and they got a home that was almost twice the size of their previous home for about the same monthly payment. They paid approximately 5k to buy a new home with a lot more square footage that would accomodate their growing family. Oh and did I mention that they bought their previous home in early 2006? Not everyone is upside down and just like these customers, you too can take advantage of the market. If you have been waiting to buy your dream or if you have outgrown your current home, now is the time to upgrade. You might find that the home you've always wanted or the home that you need won't cost as much as you think. Call me if you would like to take advantage of today's market.

First Time Homebuyers, If you have been thinking about buying a home NOW is the time to take action. Interest Rates are still low and prices have rolled back in many areas approximately 6 years. Also, the $8000 tax credit will be expiring on December 1st, 2009. That means that you have to be closed and funds have to have been paid by December 1st, 2009. Do not be scared of talking to the bank, the worse thing they will tell you is "No" which doesn't mean never, just not right now. Home prices last year averaged 198k and now stand at 195k, which is not a big drop. If you or someone you know is thinking about buying a home in Panama City, Florida please tell them to call me. This is a GREAT time to buy a home. If you are a realtor outside of the area and you know someone that is moving to Bay County don't hesitate to call. I am a buyer specialist; with The Payne Group of Keller Williams Success Realty and your referrals will be in good hands. I look forward to hearing from you.

If you are looking for a home away from home this is it. The association does not allow nightly or weekly rentals. So if peace and quiet is what you are looking for call me today and lets submit an offer. This unit is the lowest priced unit in Hibiscus by 100k. The most recent sales have been between 180k-204k. Call me at 850-814-8259.

Residential - CND		Click photo to enlarge or view multi-photos.
MLS#:	396898 OfficeFile#:	ListPrice:	$174,800
Status:	Active Last Change: 08/26/2009	ApproxSF:	1,446
Address:	6500 BRIDGEWATER WAY, #702	$/Sqft:	$120.89
	PANAMA CITY BEACH, FL	TotalRooms:	Bedrooms:2
Zip:	32408	Baths Full/Half:	2/0
Con Docs:		Ownership/Sale Type:	Foreclosure, REO
MainArea:	03 BB-Bay County-Beach	Stories:	1
SubArea:	0307 - Beach E of Hwy 79	YearBuilt:	2005
Subdiv:	HIBISCUS BY THE BAY	OccStat:	Vacant
ParcelID:	27345-200-038	ImmOcc?
		ConstrStat:	ConstrCmplt
ElemSch: Patronis Middle: Surfside High: Arnold
Dir:	Take 98 West by K-Mart, turn north on Wildwood Dr to Bridgewater, turn right and follow to the property
Lot:	Blk: Sctn: Twnshp: Rng:
Legal:	HIBISCUS BY THE BAY, A CONDO TOWER I UNIT 702 TYPE C ORB 2667 P 1182 ORB 2677 2BR 2B 1446.9 SQ FT P 1365 ORB 3146 P 962

Foreclosure opportunity! BANK OWNED. If you were priced out of the market in 2004 and 2005, then 2009 is your year. At 1435 square feet and priced at 174,800 , this unit is perfect for the second home or condo investor. Situated on the Bay, this unit has gorgeous views of the water. This 2BR, 2 Bath unit offers panoramic, wrap around views of the gorgeous sunrises & sunsets from its spacious living room. Condominium features upgraded lighting, 9ft. ceilings, crown molding, double paned windows, granite counter tops & whirlpool appliances in kitchen - refrigerator not included, trey ceiling in master bedroom, large master walk-in closets, all master baths include a Jacuzzi tub, separate shower & double vanity, carpeted bedrooms & living rooms, 13" ceramic tile in kitchen, baths, hall, foyer & storage room. 8 ft. sliding glass doors in the living room and master bedroom provide easy access to the breathtaking views from the bay-front balcony. Concrete walls separate each unit for strength, fire proofing & sound proofing and both towers have fire suppression systems throughout. Hibiscus also features a gated entrance, beautiful landscaping, furnished lobbies with high-speed elevators, state of the art exercise facility, bayside pool with hot tub, tennis court, club house with furnished owners lounge.

Back by popular demand. Home Buyer Seminar September 3rd, 2009 in Panama City, Florida. The Seminar will be held at Keller Williams Success Realty located at 2110 W. 23rd St. Suite A (across from Bill Cramer GM; formerly Tommy Thomas Chevrolet) The seminar will start at 6:30pm. We will be covering how and why to buy in 2009 as well as how to get started on your home buying journey. Teresa Henson from Trustmark National Bank will be discussing some of the financing programs currently available and answering your mortgage questions. Seating is limited so please RSVP with Brook Simmons at 850-814-8259 or email me at brookinpc@kw.com The cost is FREE!!! I look forward to hearing from you soon.