GOOD NEWS for Tampa Bay!
Recent statistics show Home Sales in the Tampa area are up 46% since January 2008.
March sales showed an increase of 42.9 percent from the previous month. 1,162 units sold throughout the county in March compared to 813 for the month of February. The March figures also reflect a 46 percent increase from January's total of 791 units sold.
Current inventory is down slightly and months inventory is down significantly from 25.20 months to 17.33 months of inventory.
You need not pay an income tax for the tax-year 2007 to be eligible for rebate. However a tax return must be filed.
Under the Stimulus rebate program you are eligible for rebate if you received at least $3,000 from Social Security benefits, veterans benefits or earned income in 2007 (or any combination of these). Depending on your earned income, rebates range from $300. to $600. ($600 to $1200. for couples).
To obtain payment you must file a federal tax return. If you do not normally file the IRS will wend you a 1040A form to be completed. IRS will in turn figure your rebate after you file.
Most checks will be mailed in May or June.
The AARP will assist you with filing your return. Their representatives will be in the Florida Room, Central Campus, North Pebble Beach Blvd. Monday and Tuesday, April 14, 15 between the hours of 9 A.M. and 1 P.M.
Tarpon Springs a Greek Village known for its sponge docks is located about an hour North West of Sun City Center.
In 1891 John KIng Cheyney changed Tarpon Springs into a "Sponge Town!" and formed the Anclote Sponge Company. Cheyney later hired John Cocoris, a young Greek sponge buyer who convinced Cheyney to bring his brothers and other Greek divers to Tarpon Springs. With their advanced rubberized diving suits, copper helmets ans pumped-in air the divers brought in nearly four times as many songes per man per hour then the harvesters using the hook method. 500 Greek men entered Tarpon Springs between 1905 and 1906. More immigrants followed and sponge docks were transformed into a replica of a Mediterranean port city with restaurants and markets.
Today Visitors can walk the quaint village streets, visit the sponge docks, eat at any one of the Greek restaurants. Window Shop the local bakery and take leave of ones diet to indulge in any one or more of the beautifully displayed Greek baked goods.
A sightseeing Trolley runs Tuesday - Sunday for a fare of $1.00 for a single ride or $3.00 for the entire day. Visitors ride thu the historic town hop off see points of interest then hop back on to the next interest point. There are many antique, local speciality, shell and sponge shops for those like minded visitors.
Take a boat ride out into the gulf and have fun watching the dolphins chase and play along side.
All in all Tarpon Springs is a fun filled day. Lots to see and do with a very affordable price tag.
Time to file Income Tax! Deadline draws near.
The AARP is sponsoring a free income Tax Perpetration program for middle and low income taxpayers until April 15, 2008.
In Sun City Center the program is being held at the United Community Church, corner of North Pebble Beach Blvd. and LaJolla Dr. Monday, Wednesday of Friday from 9 A.M. to 1 P.M. Or Tuesday or Thursday from 9 A.M. to 3 P.M. Shut - ins may call 813.634.4200 for an appointment.
If you like Roller-coasters I have just the place for you to spend a glorious day!
Busch Gardens, Tampa Bay, Florida has at least ten adult ride roller-coasters. My three favorites are The Gwazi which is a mammoth double wooden coaster. It is also the Southeast's largest and fastest double wooden roller coaster with over 1.25 million board feet of lumber and over 2 million bolted connections. The Gawzi takes passengers over more then 7,000 of track and is two distinct coasters intertwined.
The Kumba is one of the Worlds best roller coasters with an initial drop of 135 feet Then you will plunge 110 feet into a diving loop feel a full 3 seconds of weightlessness while spiraling 360 degrees and tear through one of the worlds largest vertical loops.
For those that are really daring, I have been only once, be sure to ride the all new SheiKra. This coaster is billed as "One of a Kind Experience. From my point of view, it truly is! From 200 foot up the ride crest the brink, hangs over for seconds that feel like hours, then plunges at 90 degrees straight down. My next time will be in the front car, WOW! Now think about all of the above, can you imagine that ride without a floor? Yes that's the way it is, in 2007 Busch introduced the newest feature of the attraction, "Floorless" and it is a real experience!
There are other coasters offering varing degrees of thrills that will satisfy thrill seekers of all ages and depth. Sometimes we go to Busch just to ride the coasters, other days we take in the shows and other attractions. This is just one of many fun things to do in Sunny Tampa Bay. Come see for yourself.
Sun City Center... Florida's Premiere Retirement Community. Featuring single family, villas, fourplex & condominum homes. I work with buyers and sellers. Contact me for all of your Real Estate needs.
I retired after spending twenty five plus years in Human Resourses. Employed by a Publicly held then privately owned Company. Following my retirement I moved to Sun City Center, Florida where I currently reside.
Shortly after getting settled I started a Home Maintenance business which I worked and enjoyed for fourteen years. For the most part I concentrated on servicing the immediate Sun City Center Area. All of my business was either repeat or referral. There was never a need to advertise our services or availability.
Real Estate is a natural extention of services. Having worked for so many owners, tenants and professionals I was given extensive exposure to the community. I am committed to working with the public in an effort to assist them in the achievement of their goals, in the very broad sence, and as it relates to their Real Estate needs.
MY OBJECTIVE
For you, the seller, I will do everything with-in my means to sell your home as quickly and painlessly as possible, at a fair and competative market price.
I will work tirelessly to obtain, for you, the buyer, the best price on a home that is perfectly suited to your needs and lifestyle, not just for today, but for years to come.
About Sun City Center
Sun City Center is located between Tampa and Sarasota along Interstate 75 corridor. Beautiful land and friendly people are two of our most important natural resourses. South Shore communities offer everything today's active retirement residences and businesses alike need to prosper. Lots of beautiful water, a friendly business climate and prime land for future growth and development.
Sun City Center offers residents approximately 340 days of "summery" weather and is an ideal location for active retirement living. Residents enjoy a wide range of home styles and communities, from larger estates to master-planned developments, waterfront neighborhoods to more rural settings. Plus, if the need arises, the community is equipped with world-class assisted living facilities and other senior living options. Currently, there are over 15,000 retirees residing in the community. There are over 80 Clubs to be enjoyed by Sun City Residens These clubs are housed at the main campus on North Pebble Beach Blvd. In addition there are three pool, hot tub, new excerise and fitness facilities. Our own Little Theatre and so much more.
In addition to golf there is horse shoes, lawn bowling, tennis, bunker art and card clubs galore. There are evening socials scheduled from time to time, Senior Mrs. Sun City Center pagents, Winter Follies, Aquatic swim teams, Clogging, tap and ballroom dance groups etc. Various organizations sponsor chairity functions and benefits to help needy families and children of local communities. There is never a need to be bored, Residents can find plenty to busy themselves. Or they can just chill out and enjoy the beauty of the Community.
Golf Carts are an approved means of alternate transportation within the community. Community residents own over 5000 golf carts which may be operated in the community on public roads and there is no need for licensing.
Sun City Center has it's own hospital, Rescue Squad, Fire Department, and Security Patrol. With our state of the art facilities, we are on the cutting edge at all times. Many communities try to duplicate our way of life, but none can compare. Check us out at http://www.suncitycenter.org/
There is also a gated community within Sun City Center called Kings Point. Check out Kings Point at http://www.kpscc.com/
Sun City Center is within close driving distance to many of the Theme Parks in Florida. Some of them right here in the Tampa Bay area. Twenty miles or so to Tampa's beautiful downtown. Approximately ninety miles to Disney World in Orlando.
Affiliations:
Greater Tampa Board of Realtors
National Association of Realtors
Every one of my clients is unique, and that is exactly how I treat him or her. I'm proud to say that a high percentage of my business comes from past clients-from people who choose my services time and again. I don't measure my success by sales, but by the relationships I build along the way.
I have established a client base of over 300 residents whom I maintain regular contact with. They always feel at ease to call me if they have a need, even if the need is outside the area of Real Estate. That regard has given me the utmost personal satisfaction.
The most important thing when choosing a real estate professional is to find someone you can trust. I have a history of success, honesty and integrity in real estate that you can depend on. I am an experienced negotiator with expert knowledge of the local market. You can count on me to always work with your interests in mind, and to represent you and your wishes to the best of my ability.
If you currently have a Real Estate need or if your needs are some time in the future I would be more then happy to discuss them and work with you toward bring them to a satisfactory conclusion.
Dear Hal,
Thank you so much for all your help. I don't know what we would have done without you!
Dan & Lorraine Harris
Dear Hal,
We'd like to take this opportunity to thank you for all your help. You were so patient with us. Your knowledge of the area, and your attention to detail were very helpful. We appreciate all your hard work in helping us find just the right home.
Sincerely,
The Bergstroms
Dear Hal,
You are a lifesaver. After an exhaustive search on our own to find a home, we met you. It was like our prayers were answered. Your perserverance, knowledge and dedication are commendable.
The Krowels
Hal,
Thank you for making our winter home shopping a pleasent, rewarding and trouble free experience. We look so forward to being back there this coming winter into next spring.
We will pass your name on to everyone we know that have an interest in Sun City Center. What a wonderful Community.
The Brandon's
Dear Hal,
Words will never completely express my appreciation for the hours you spent helping me sell my home and finding the new one. I am so happy here, especially now that everything is settled and in place. The contractors you recommended did an outstanding job painting and updating my new home.
Who would have thought I would be able to accomplish so much in a very short time. I will always remember you fondly.
Mrs. Oakley
Hi Hal,
Just a note of appreciation for the effort you put forth in listing, showing and selling my home there in Sun City Center. Selling was a decision that was difficult to make however you help and compassion help me finalize the task and enabled me to move on. Thank you ever so much.
R. T. Aylor
Harold,
I have been meaning to write you for some time to thank you for your help in marketing my home. You were a marvelous resource. Had it not been for your willingness to share your market knowledge at that time I would have sold the property for much less then I did and not known the difference. I will always be in debited to you.
Thank you again for everything,
B. G. Anderson
Hal,
We just wanted to thank you for your endurance as it pertains to the closing of our investment property there in Sun City Center. Both Kathy and I are sure, had it not been for your efforts, the closing would never have taken place.
We will be having a celebration dinner with you when we come down in the fall.
Dean & Kathy Mason
Dear Broker,
I would like to take this opportunity to thank your agent, Hal Place, and his team members for their untiring effort with regard to marketing our home. We have taken the property off the market for the time being, as we are heading north for the simmer. However, we intend to relist in the fall when we return for our winter stay.
Your agents are a credit to the community.
Mr. & Mrs. Hertal
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