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Tampa Bay Real Estate News - Well all Tampa Bay property owners and investors got some bad news to followup on the Tampa bay property tax news we received on August 15th when a Leon County Circuit Court removed Amendment 5 (aimed at lowering Florida property taxes) from the November ballot.

The wait is over here's the Tampa Bay real estate news: Florida's Supreme Court decided by a 7-0 ruling on September 3rd that Amendment 5 - the Property Tax reducing Amendment will not be on the November ballot and their decision is final.

This Supreme Courts' ruling ends an intense fight to help provide property tax relief to Tampa Bay real estate owners as well as all Florida Property onwers. The court's ruled to uphold the Circuit Court's decision to remove Amendment 5 from this fall's ballot because of the language in the property tax amendment which said "education funding would be held harmless". The issue for them was the "language" and the fact that Amendment 5 funding would only be held harmless for the 1st year and then education funding would be determined by the Florida State legislature.

We will continue to keep you posted on what's happening with Tampa Bay real estate issues that effect you so stay tuned.

The Florida Association of Realtors, which supported the amendment, decried Cooper's ruling saying "Homeownership is a fundamental right, and Floridians deserve a say on how their property is taxed," said Chuck Bonfiglio, president of the Florida Association of Realtors, in a prepared statement. "We are shocked that the court decided to deny property owners' the ability to dramatically lower their property tax rates."

We as Tampa Bay Realtors and home owners were excited about voting YES for Amendment 5 Property taxes. We believe it would have helped Tampa Bay Real Estate buyers, residents and renters because everyone should have experience savings. We also believe it would have helped home sellers since by making Pinellas County homes more affordable and more appealing to buyers who do not currently qualify for homestead exemptions. Remember: Florida property taxes have doubled over last 6 years!

Amendment 5 had projected savings for Tampa Bay property owners

• Hillsborough property owners = 23%,
• Pinellas County property owners = 25%
• Pasco property owners = 32%

Amendment 5 Property Tax Details

Now we'll have to wait and see what happens in the future. Here are the details for the Amendment 5 proposal at Give Me 5 Florida and the actual Amendment 5 property tax proposal. Benefits: Amendment 5 would have provided much-needed tax relief to Florida's seniors, many of whom fear losing their homes because of an inability to pay higher property taxes on a fixed income.

Other articles of interest

• Pinellas County Real Estate matches up to Pinellas County Schools
• Get 25% more Property tax savings in November

Call us Today at (727) 710-8036 to hear more about how we can help you sell your home or buy a new one!

Copyright © 2008 Jack and Cyndee Haydon, Clearwater REALTORS and your Clearwater Real Estate Consultants specializing in Tampa Bay Real Estate and may not be copied, reproduced, distributed, transmitted, displayed or published.

Pinellas County Florida - Well all home owners, investors and others got some bad news today - Leon County Circuit Court ripped Amendment 5 off the November ballot. We still have a chance because the State will appeal the ruling and it will ultimately be decided by Florida's Supreme Court.

Govenor Crist Weigh's In on Court's Ruling

In the Florida Capital News Crist weighs in. Crist said Cooper's ruling "doesn't mean anything" because whichever side lost was certain to kick it up to the Supreme Court. "I was disappointed but not dismayed. It will be appealed - I think everybody knows that," said Crist. "I hope it stays on the ballot because I like the will of the people. I want them to weigh in. I want them to have that power because they're the boss."

The Florida Association of Realtors, which supported the amendment, decried Cooper's ruling saying "Homeownership is a fundamental right, and Floridians deserve a say on how their property is taxed," said Chuck Bonfiglio, president of the Florida Association of Realtors, in a prepared statement. "We are shocked that the court decided to deny property owners' the ability to dramatically lower their property tax rates."

We as Clearwater Realtors and home owners we are definitely planning to Vote YES for Amendment 5 Property taxes. We believe it's good for Clearwater Real Estate buyers, residents and renters because everyone should experience savings. We also believe it will help home sellers since it will make homes more affordable and more appealing to buyers who do not qualify for homestead exemptions.

Did you know that Florida property taxes have doubled over last 6 years?

Amendment 5 is proposing a sales tax 1% or less to fund education.

If approved it is predicted that Florida property owners could see 25-40% property tax deduction in 2010 if Amendment 5 had passed. This would help local Floridians across the board by sharing the cost of education with all local residents and tourists.

One of the most important things Amendment 5 will do for our clients (people buying vacation homes or invests in Clearwater Beach and the Clearwater area) is provide a 5% annual property tax cap on all non-homestead property (which was set at 10% this past February) It's important for Florida home owners to understand what's at stake.

Additional aritcles discussing Amendment 5 being removed from the ballot:

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• Judge tosses Amendment 5
• Charlie Christ says state will appeal ruling

Amendment 5 creates these projected savings for Tampa Bay property owners

• Hillsborough property owners = 23%,
• Pinellas County property owners = 25%

• Pasco property owners = 32%

Amendment 5 Property Tax Details

You can get more details on the Amendment 5 proposal at Give Me 5 Florida and the actual Amendment 5 property tax proposal. Benefits: Amendment 5 would have provided much-needed tax relief to Florida's seniors, many of whom fear losing their homes because of an inability to pay higher property taxes on a fixed income.

Amendment 5 proposal built on what Ammendment 1 already gave us:

• Portability
• +25K Homestead exemption
• 10% cap for non homestead property owners

Other articles of interest

• Pinellas County Real Estate matches up to Pinellas County Schools
• Get 25% more Property tax savings in November

** CLICK ON PHOTOS BELOW TO SEE CLIENT VIDEO TESTIMONIALS **

Buyers and Sellers tell us that selecting the best Clearwater Beach real estate agents especially online or from a distance, can be a challenge. Some of our past clients agreed to share their experiences and tell you why they think you should work with us.

Click on the photos below and meet some of our clients and now friends...wed love to be YOUR choice too!

The above information and images are Copyright © 2007 Jack and Cyndee Haydon, Clearwater REALTORS and your Clearwater Real Estate Consultants serving Pinellas County and may not be copied, reproduced, distributed, transmitted, displayed or published. All rights reserved. Plagiarism will be detected and is punishable by law.

Call us Today at (727) 710-8036 to hear more about how we can help you sell your home or buy a new one!

Clearwater Beach Florida - Finding Waterfront Bargains- Condos on Island Estates

Clearwater Beach Florida - We get lots of request for waterfront condos Today I was out on Island Estates at the Dolphin Cove condo complex again. (The picture you see here is just one of the amazing views from the 10th Floor looking out onto Clearwater Beach.) We are currently the buyers agent (representing the buyer 100%) for several people looking for the best waterfront condos for sale.

They've called us to be their advocate and real estate agent because they recognize the Clearwater Beach Real Estate values and bargains that can be found right now cant be expected to last forever.

These savvy Clearwater Beach buyers also know that they arent creating any more waterfront so these Island Estates and Clearwater Beach area bargains are definitely worth investigating.

Dolphin Cove continues to be popular as one of the best values on Island Estates.

I also realized many of our readers looking for the perfect second home retreat on the water or real estate investors looking to buy at the right time might enjoy learning more about this Island Estates real estate bargain.

Dolphin Cove Condos Relaxing Beach Getaway

Right now there are condos for sale starting at under $160,000 and several condos for sale under $200,000.

The building has 11 floors and there are a total of 120 units in this building that sits on the intra-coastal waterway offering wide open waterviews.

This complex has NO age restrictions which makes it popular with everyone except pets, because they dont allow any pets! (Sorry all our pet lovers this condo complex is completely pet free!)

Dolphin Cove has a secure locked entrances to both the building and the pool area. The inviting pool (with a blue dolphin seen on the bottom) area sits on the intra-coastal waterfront with a new fishing dock.

The pool area is complete with Tiki Huts, pavers and lots of inviting lounge chairs. There is a charcoal grilling area in this pool area as well. There are also his and hers bathrooms off the pool area.The landscaping offers privacy from local traffic. There are also 5 Dolphin Cove boat slips that are available first come first serve.

Other Dolphin Cove amenities:

• Recreation Room with kitchen, library;
• Bike Racks under building;
• Storage Units on ground floor;
• Laundry Facilities on each floor;
• Upgraded sprinkler system (current residents paid @$3000 each to have this upgrade for the 2012 deadline)
• 5 Boat slips available first come first serve
• Sitting area in Lobby
• 90 day leasing rentals ok;
• Large pool area for entertaining
• Safe, Secured entrances to both building and pool area
• 1 block from Publix and Island Way Shopping Center and Jolley Trolley stop
• Within walking distance of the beach and Pier 60

If you would like to know more about buying or selling Island Estates Condos give us a call. (727) 710-8036 or feel free to search the Clearwater Beach MLS now.

Island Estates Condos for Sale on the Water

The City of Clearwater Florida is a unique area. Most people don't realize we have the mainland and Clearwater also includes the Beach | Sand Key | Island Estates area on the water.

Are you looking to buy a Island Estates Florida Condo with amazing water views or an Island Estates Waterfront Home with a boat slip and easy access to the deep Gulf of Mexico prime boating waters where you can enjoy fishing, diving or just cruising? Heres what some of our past clients have to say about how we helped them

Clearwater Florida - Well after catching wind of the recent Active Rain video contest I couldn't wait for my new FlipVIdeo to arrive.

Today the UPS man made my day - my new FlipVideo arrived in time for me to shoot some local Clearwater neighborhoods when showing homes to a buyer this afternoon. Check out this Clearwater Florida neighborhood near Plumb Elementary.

Note: This video was created by just plugging in the FlipVideo and using software if came with. If you are looking for easy video solutions for your business or family check this camera out!

Clearwater Florida Neighborhoods near Plumb Elementary

Keene Acres one of Clearwater's Best Neighborhoods

Keene Acres is a non-deed restricted Clearwater neighborhood of lovely homes located south of Lakeview and North of Nursery road with Keene Road to the west and Hercules to the east.

This Clearwater neighborhood is made up of mostly 3 bedroom, 2 bath, 2 car garage homes and 2 bedrooms, 2 bath 2 car garage homes. Being able to walk to the elementary school is a big draw for many home buyers. There is also a park on the corner where Hercules and Lakeview meet.

Want to see all the homes for sale in the Tampa Bay MLS

Want the latest info on Clearwater Florida Real Estate - feel free to call me at (727) 710-8035.

Cyndee and Jack Haydon, Clearwater Real Estate agents

Belloise Realty 59 Baymont Street Clearwater Beach Florida, 33767

MacDill Air Force Base in Tampa Florida

Tampa Florida - So you just found out you're relocating to MacDill AFB or Central Command (Centcom).

Want to learn more about the Tampa Bay area?

We'd love to be your local military relocation resource, since we have the Clearwater Coast Guard Air Station, the largest and busiest air station, Tampa's MacDill Air Force Air Base, and Central Command right in our backyard and are experienced in helping other military families and individuals who've moved here and we can help with:

• learning about local Tampa Bay neighborhoods,
• info on Tampa Bay schools
• moving and short term rentals,
• help in buying a Tampa Bay home,
• getting a VA mortgage | Home loan,
• and more.

"In addition to the 6th Air Mobility Wing, MacDill Air Force Base is also home to more than 50 Mission Partners, including United States Central Command and United States Special Operations Command. The presence of these two unified commands and other Mission Partners creates a unique multi-service community at MacDill, with all branches of service represented. So although MacDill is an Air Force Base, it is also home to many soldiers, sailors and Marines." (Source: MacDill AFB)

It's easy to see why United States military personal is such a big part of our Tampa Bay communities and neighborhoods.

One of our home buyers last year had served in the military and was now a consultant and was taking college graduate courses at the University of South Florida - the great thing is we have lots of colleges and universities in the Tampa Bay area to choose from as well.

• Tampa Bay Florida | Complete List of Colleges and University | Clearwater-St Petersburg-Tampa
• Tampa Bay Florida Education- Complete List of Professional -Techincal Schools in Clearwater-St Petersburg-Tampa area

When relocating to the Tampa Bay area people either want to stay close to MacDill Airforce base which is located 8 miles south of downtown Tampa (withing about 30 minutes) or some are willing to commute a little further to be closer to our Tampa beaches since the commute may 45 mins - 1hr but the tropical lifestyle is hard to beat - either way we can help!

Moving to Tampa | St Petersburg | Clearwater Florida -Working at MacDill AFB

If you are looking for Tampa Bay neighborhoods closer to MacDill you may want to consider neighborhoods in Clearwater, St Petersburg, Westchase, Brandon, Valrico, Riverview, South Tampa and Port of Tampa.

The great news is there are lots of Tampa real estate bargains right now and because we are still in a buyer's market you can find great values on homes under $200,000 in Brandon, Valrico, Clearwater and St Petersburg and even the higher priced, high demand area of South Tampa has buyers negotiating deals on these craftsman style homes with the finest detail throughout. These are all easy commutes to the Tampa International Airport as well.

If you're relocating and want to look at Tampa Bay homes you can find great options in along Tampa Bay in St Petersburg, Apollo Beach and on Davis Island.

Tampa Bay Public School Choices

In both Hillsborough county and Pinellas County we have "School Choice" so check out the info on local schools here:

• Info Hillsborough County Public Schools
• Info Pinellas County Public Schools (St Petersburg / Clearwater)
• Info on Pasco County Public Schools (New Port Richey / Land O Lakes)

Buying a Tampa Bay Home using a VA Mortagage

We are experienced in helping our clients buy homes with VA mortgages. We also work with experienced Tampa lenders that can help you get an FHA loan, as well as conventional loans. See what one of our recent veteran home buyers says about Buying a Home with a VA loan.

• Tampa Clearwater VA Loan | Understanding Qualifying Ratios

Understanding Tampa Bay Florida Property Taxes

When we help military families moving to Tampa Bay they often ask what will my property taxes be? This is because we calculate property taxes differently than other parts of the country so here are 2 article that will explain our current Florida Property Taxes.

• Clearwater Florida Home Buyers Guide to Pinellas Property Tax Values - Part 1
• Clearwater Real Estate Guide to What Your Property Taxes Will Be | Part 2

Tampa Real Estate - Homes Townhomes Condos for Sale

Are you looking to buy a Clearwater Home or Tampa Real Estate where you can enjoy our golf courses, beaches or boating? Here's what some of our past clients have to say about how we helped them....

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Buyers tell us that selecting the best Tampa Real Estate Agent, online or from a distance, can be a challenge. Some of our past clients agreed to share their experiences and tell you why they think you should work with us.

Click on the photos below and meet some of our clients and now friends...we'd love to be YOUR choice too!

Want more info, click to Search all the homes and condos for sale in the Tampa Bay MLS!

Looking for Real Estate in Tampa Florida or Waterfront Condos on Tampa Beaches - Give us a Call. (727) 422-8901.

The above information and images are Copyright © 2007 Jack and Cyndee Haydon, REALTORS and your Clearwater Beach Real Estate Consultants and may not be copied, reproduced, distributed, transmitted, displayed or published. All rights reserved. Plagiarism will be detected and is punishable by law.