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Jeff Payne, Panama City Real Estate

Happenings in Panama City Beach, Pier Park, Thunder Beach

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The Thunder Beach Motorcycle Rallies have come a long way these past few years on virtually every level. The future, to be sure, is even brighter:

  1. As the up-scale development at Pier Park builds out, Thunder Beach should have a significant presence there. Simon Property Group, the nation's premier developer of entertainment, dining and retail shopping space, is building an open-air extravaganza second to none. When Pier Park grand opens in March of 2008, Jimmy Buffet's Margaritaville will be just one of the entertainment and dining anchors. Simon's expressed desire to incorporate Thunder Beach into the Pier Park mix, during the rally, is very exciting.
  2. A brand new, state of the art, Harley Davidson Dealership will, hopefully, soon break ground on U.S. 98 near Pier Park. This is also exciting news. TBP looks forward to a great working relationship with the new dealer and the endless possibilities that the future holds.

For more information go to www.ThunderBeachProductions.com

Panama City Florida Real Estate Sales for February 2008

The Panama City Real Estate Market is heating up. There was 22 million is sold volume in February 2008. Check out the following chart...........

Sold Terms and Days on Market Statistics

Category - Residential / PropType: DSF / Area: Bay County Florida
Statistics for Entire MLS from 02/01/2007 to 03/01/2007


Category - Residential / PropType: DSF / Area: 02, 03, 04, 05
Statistics for Entire MLS from 02/01/2008 to 03/01/2008


Sold TermsTotalTotal List $Total Sold $Avg List $Avg Sold $Med Sold $Avg DOMAvg DTCAvg $/SF%SP/LP
Conventional74$18,993,690$17,839,541$256,671$241,075$188,07516327$13493.92%
VA13$3,012,399$2,862,400$231,723$220,185$194,90012829$12395.02%
Va Vendee0$0$0$0$0N/A00$00.00%
GHFA0$0$0$0$0N/A00$00.00%
Veterans0$0$0$0$0N/A00$00.00%
Assumption0$0$0$0$0N/A00$00.00%
Seller Financing0$0$0$0$0N/A00$00.00%
Cash4$766,000$686,000$191,500$171,500$185,50011129$11389.56%
FHA6$935,800$934,900$155,967$155,817$141,4509218$11499.90%
Other0$0$0$0$0N/A00$00.00%
TOTAL97$23,707,889$22,322,841$244,411$230,132$187,00015227$13094.16%

To find out the value of your Panama City Home, go to www.panamacityhomevalues.com


Welcome military relocations to Deerfield Estates, Panama City, FL

Deerfield Estates

Panama City, FL

Introducing Deerfield Estates, Panama City's newest neighborhood situated on a quiet cul-de-sac just 15 minutes from Tyndall Air Force Base. We have 19 homes available ranging from 1225 square feet to 1500 square feet. Each home will be brick and vinyl or all brick and if purchased during or pre construction, the buyers will be able to choose colors, carpet, brick, siding, cabinets (solid oak) , counter tops, lighting, etc.

Prices will range from $179,000 to $200,000

Call today for floorplans and pricing

Facing Foreclosure in Panama City, we have ways to help

If you are facing foreclosure, we may be able to help you or at least point you in the right direction of someone who will be able to help you. Our primary goal is to assist you, the homeowner to avoid foreclosure. This can be a very stressful time and we understand that; we are here to help you. Below we have listed some options that may be available to you and we are willing to work with you to see if there is anything we can do to help you or at least to put you in touch with the correct people who can help you, whether it be your financial institution, our real estate team, a local attorney, or a private investor. Please feel free to contact via phone or email for your free, confidential, in-home consultation. 850-890-0132 or jeff.payne@kw.com

Seller Alternatives to Foreclosure

Your house is in foreclosure and we want to be sure you understand your options. We advise you to consult with an attorney if you have any questions about any of these options.

Do Nothing - If a homeowner does nothing, they most likely will lose their home at sheriff's auction. Loan applications generally ask if the applicant has ever been foreclosed upon. Credit reports also disclose this information. This will stay on your credit report for up to ten years.

Payoff/Refinance - Completely paying off the entire loan amount plus any deficient amount and fees. This is usually accomplished through a refinance of the debt. New debt may be at a higher interest rate and there may be a prepayment penalty associated with the loan, due to recent default.

Reinstatement - Paying the entire default amount plus interest, attorney fees, late fees, taxes, missed payments and fees. This option will allow you to keep your existing loan and terms, if the lender allows.

Loan Modification - Utilizing the existing mortgage company to refinance the debt or extend and/or change the terms of the loan.

Forbearance - Lender may be willing to arrange a repayment plan based on the homeowner's financial situation. The lender may be willing to provide a temporary payment reduction or suspension of payments and/or penalties. Information will be required from the lender to show that you are able to meet the new payment plan requirements.

Partial Claim - A loan from the lender for a second loan to include back payments, costs and fees.

Deed in Lieu of Foreclosure - The owner simply gives the property back to the bank instead of the bank foreclosing. This is a "voluntary" foreclosure, and still appears as a foreclosure on your credit report for up to ten years.

Bankruptcy - This option can liquidate and/or re-organize debts and/or allow more time.

Chapter 7 (Liquidation) completely settles personal debts. Mortgages are not included without a complete foreclosure process

Chapter 13 (Wage Earner Plan) Payments are made toward a plan to pay off debts or portions of debts in 3 - 5 years.

Sale - Homeowner may sell the home without lender approval for a conventional home sale. If the property has equity the sale will close, the lender paid off, and the foreclosure is gone.

Short Sale -Also known as a pre-foreclosure sale can be negotiated with your lender by your real estate professional, or a third party company, if what is owed is more than the property's market value. Go to www.shortsalesinpanamacity.com for more information.

If you have any questions or would like to have any of these items explained to you in more detail, please contact us, we would be glad to help in any way we can.

visit our website at www.panamacityhomesource.com

Interest Rates are LOW, Now is the time to buy in Panama City, Florida

If you have been waiting for the perfect time to buy a home in Panama City, Florida, NOW IS THE TIME. Home prices have made an adjustment, interest rates are AWESOME and sellers are motivated. You can buy a new home for what you are probably paying in rent right now. Call me at 850-890-0132 and let me show you how. We have homes to fit ALL prices ranges and lifestyles. Go to www.knowpayneknowgain.com to view homes in beautiful Panama City and the beaches.

Interest rates as of 1/14/08

FHA 5.5%

VA 5.5%

USDA 5.5%

30 yr conventional 5.875%

15 yr conventional 5.375%

Call us today at 850-890-0132