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Sandy Shores REALTOR®, Melbourne/Palm Bay FL Real Estate
Brevard County Real Estate & Investing
I also buy, sell, rent, own and manage Investment Property.
According to the Melbourne Association of REALTORS here in Brevard County Florida Real Estate Statistics for August 2009 are as follows:
For single family residential units:
There were 554 new listings.
This is a decrease of 7.82% from August 2008 of 601 new listings.
Year to date in 2009 there have been 4695 new listings.
Year to date in 2008 there were 6237 new listings.
There were 298 sold listings.
This is a 4.40% decrease from August 2008 of 312 sold listings.
Year to date in 2009 there are 2459 listings sold.
Year to date in 2008 there were 2188 listings sold.
The average sale price in August 2009 was $152,161.
This is a decrease from August 2008 of $186,397.
Average days on the market were 127 days.
This is an 8.55% increase from August 2008 of 117 days.
For all properties, including single family residential, condo and townhouse:
There were 869 new listings.
There were 365 sold listings.
Average sales price was $152,161.
Average days on the market = 127
Types of financing used:
106 conventional financing
155 cash
92 FHA
26 VA
2 Exchanges
1 Owner financing
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Sandy Shores REALTOR®, Melbourne/Palm Bay FL Real Estate
Brevard County Real Estate & Investing
I also buy, sell, rent, own and manage Investment Property.
Tonight the Satellite High Scorpions will be playing the Eau Gallie High School Commodores in high school football.
Game time is 7:00 and will be at Satellite's home stadium.
I can't wait to see this game. Growing up, my husband attended Satellite High School and I attended Eau Gallie High.
This year our daughters are at Satellite High. I am rooting for the Scorpions.
But, I still wish Eau Gallie luck in the game.
Last weekend Satellite traveled to Celebration Florida to play the Celebration Storm.
Satellite won 44-0.
This was a great way for the Scorps to start their season.
All military personnel will get in FREE in honor of September 11th!
I take pictures as I enjoy sharing them with others. If you would like to use one of my photos, please ask, I am usually happy to oblige, however I would like to receive mention of having taken the picture.
Sandy Shores REALTOR®, Melbourne/Palm Bay FL Real Estate
Brevard County Real Estate & Investing
I also buy, sell, rent, own and manage Investment Property.
Last night I was on the way to a high school football game, about an hour away, when my phone cell phone rang. I was driving on a I95, in bumper to bumper traffic and it was pouring rain. I couldn't see the hood of my vehicle. It was terrible. I don't care to drive in that kind of weather.
I let the phone call go to voicemail as I wasn't going to attempt to pick the call up in those conditions.
After 35 minutes we were out of the worst of the weather, so I played my voice messages. One of the calls was from the neighbor of a house I currently have for sale. The man was quite distraught. His message indicated that he was quite upset with the way the lawn company was cutting the grass, on the home next to his. He said he knew they had been hired by the bank that owned the property. He indicated that they were scalping his lawn, and throwing lava rock everywhere. He was insistent that he be told who was in charge, as this situation needed to be handled asap. He wanted the name of whomever was in charge at our company or whomever had ordered this inexcusable lawn company.
I could hear the frustration in this man's voice.
When I got off the road I returned his phone call. I listened to his story, and did not interrupt him. He wanted my supervisors name or the name of the bank manager.
"Mr. 'Jones', I'm sorry that you are having so much difficulty with the lawn company on this home. It sounds as if you are in quite a frustrating situation. It sounds like you have a particular way you like to keep your lawn, and they are coming over the property line and damaging your grass. But, unfortunately, this home is not a bank owned property, the home belongs to the seller. We are not involved in who is cutting the grass over there. Perhaps, you could speak to the lawn company, the next time you see them. I'm sorry it is such a difficult situation for you. I will mention it to the owners of the property the next time I talk to them."
He was very gracious, thanked me for calling and said he thought the bank owned the house.
I understand this man's frustration. BUT, You know it strikes me oddly with homes on the market today.
This home is sitting vacant and the owners have left town.
They are having the lawn maintained on a regular basis until it sells.
Most owners are either no where to be found, don't care about the lawn when they move, or the banks won't get the lawns cut at all.
Code enforcement is called when the grass gets to be waist high, for fear of mosquitoes and snakes, with all the rain we have been getting.
This scenario reminds me of just how fed up some people are getting about things happening with homes in their neighborhoods.
Oh, what's a neighbor to do?
Sandy Shores REALTOR®, Melbourne/Palm Bay FL Real Estate
Brevard County Real Estate & Investing
I also buy, sell, rent, own and manage Investment Property.
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Full time professional serving your buying, selling & investing needs on Florida's Space Coast. I can assist with your short sale or relocation. I buy, sell, rent, own & manage* investment properties
Hi, I'm Sandy Shores...I am a Full Time REALTOR® since 1996. I have lived in the Lake Washington area of North Melbourne since 1975 and I love it here! I specialize in Residential, Investment Property and Relocations. I can help with your Short Sale, too. I work with buyers, sellers, and investors.
My broker has been in the business for nearly 50 years specializing in Residential, Commercial and Investment Property. He has been a wealth of knowledge for me. He owns and always has owned investment property of his own.
I began purchasing single family rental homes over 13 years ago and have continued to buy 1 to 2 properties per year since then. I believe that there is no better place to put your investment dollars than in real estate. But, remember, in real estate you don't get rich quick over night. You accumulate wealth over time, and real estate has it's ups and downs.
The real estate market is cyclical. We have seen the Brevard County, Florida Real Estate market come full circle. Currently, we are experiencing a market correction. Our property values went up by 180% in a 5 year period of time! Investors lost money in the Tech Stock Market Bubble. Many shifted to real estate. In 2005 homes were selling in Brevard for over inflated prices. Buyers were optimistic that the market would continue up. House flippers were buying and reselling for a quick profit. It couldn't last. New owners got their tax bills based on new assessed values. They didn't expect such a blow. We were then visited by a couple of hurricanes, sending insurance rates soaring. Then, owners interest only, 100% financed, negative amortization, adjustable rate mortgages readjusted upward ...that was the final straw. Owners had to sell. The market became saturated with houses for sale, thus it began on the decline. We are currently experiencing a market correction. Today, the buying opportunities are plentiful! Interest rates are low and short sales and foreclosures are putting downward pressure on home prices. Many homes are becoming more affordable. These deals are being scooped up first. There are home buying opportunities available today.
The Buyer...
Buying a home is probably the largest purchase you will make in your lifetime! Having lived in Florida since 1968 and in Melbourne since 1975, I know the area and understand the market. The first step is in securing a reputable REALTOR®. I can guide you through the buying process. The next step is choosing a reputable local lender in the area in which you are buying. You should compare 3 written good faith estimates to see which lender can provide with the most affordable costs and best rate (without any hidden fees)! The lender can review financing programs to find which mortgage loan is best for you. Once you have a pre approval letter in hand, I am able to assist in showing you affordable homes, in a good area, that suit your wants, your needs and your budget.
It's important that you not overpay for the home. Are you buying it to live in it? How long will you live there? Will it be a second home? Is it an investment property? What are your investing goals? What is the state of the current market we are experiencing? Will you be able to sell for the price you are paying today? Always consider resale, when buying. Upon choosing the right house, I will assist you in the maze of paperwork. I follow up on financing, inspections, survey, homeowners insurance, title work, repairs, etc, to be sure the contract successfully gets to closing.
The Seller...
My job is to professionally market your largest asset, your home, for sale. For some, this is an emotional experience. Your home holds your memories. I bought and sold my own home in 2001. I handled every aspect of the transaction, for both me as the seller, and the buyer of my house, as for me as the buyer and for the seller of the home I was buying. I understand the emotions tied to the transaction, having gone through it myself.
I understand the current market conditions, nationally, as well as localty. Is the market going up or down? This will affect pricing on your home. What are interest rates doing?
The house must be in "show" condition. If there are items that need attention, they must be addressed before it goes up for sale. It is important that we don't overprice the home for the current market.
The home must be properly advertised, accentuating it's positive features. With my marketing plan the goal is to create urgency to potential buyers. I will present various financing options to a new buyer to make the home affordable and easy to "get in".
My job is to net you the best possible price in the least amount of time, with the least amount of headaches and hassles. I must attract the REALTOR community and every approved buyer to your home! Once the contract has been negotiated and signed with a pre approved buyer, it is my responsibility to see to it that every aspect of it is completed to close the sale; from inspections, to title work, insurance and follow up. Then, I will stay in touch with you to keep you abreast of current market conditions.
Today, location and condition are important in getting a home sold, however, price is the most important factor in getting a home sold!
*Ask about about property management. We accept properties based on what the current real estate market is doing.
Sandy, Thank you so much for all of your help from start to finish, and making my dreams come true. You are a credit to your profession. You and your family are welcome at my home anytime!
- Cheers, Tony Ward, England
...Through perseverance, knowledge of the Real Estate Market and knowing our personal needs, Sandy was able to sell our property within thirty days. Her services and professionalism were a credit to the Real Estate profession. It was a joy to us because the property sold due to her knowledge of market conditions and her expertise. -Danny & Diane Sicilia, Melbourne
Sandy Shores is one of the finest real estate agents that I've had the pleasure to be associated with in my 45 years in the business. Sandy is far above the competition in knowledge and ability. And best of all, she has a true concern for the customers she comes in contact with. Sandy is 100% committed.
-Willard "Bill" Mallery, Palm Bay, Florida
Sandy's persistence and detailed market appreciation enabled out house to sell within one month of her hiring...Sandy's extreme job knowledge make difficult questions easily answered...Hiring Sandy Shores ensures you get the best Realtor for the job!
-C.E. Booton, Retired Major USAF 23 years, Navarre FL
Every time I hear of someone who is interested in buying a new home, I immediately begin singing my praises of you. You went far beyond the call of duty. I also rave about how you helped me, with a new business. work through more than a few major problems with the mortgage lender. I really thought it was not going to happen, but thanks to you any your hard work and diligence I am now sitting in my very own new home!
Sandy, you impressed me with your professionalism and even after the closing I could rely on you to help with some of the challenges of owning my first home. You really take the time to help, listen and suggest possible solutions. There are very few people who go out of their way for people the way you do. For professionalism you get an A+, for customer service, A+, and for knowledge in your field A+. If I ever sell this home or buy another, I want you as my Realtor. Thank you for everything! - Kathi Belger, Melbourne
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