FHA FHA Mortgages – Updates to Mortgage Insurance Premiums There’s no question that FHA loans can offer significant benefits to borrowers, such as competitive low rates. Recently there have been several changes to the loans, but most of them only effective certain borrowers. However, one change will apply to all  FHA loan applicants – the increase in mortgage insurance premiums effective April 9th, 2012. […]
Florida Keys How’s the real estate market in the Florida Keys? Take a look! Market Activity April 2nd, thru April 8th, 2012 The first week of April was a fairly busy one, with 88 new listings coming on the market, 82 properties going under contract and 58 closed sales. New Listing – 446 Barracuda Blvd. Of the new listings, there is a large 4 bedroom, 3 bath home with […]
Florida Keys How’s the real estate market in the Florida Keys? Take a look! Market Activity April 2nd, thru April 8th, 2012 The first week of April was a fairly busy one, with 88 new listings coming on the market, 82 properties going under contract and 58 closed sales. New Listing – 446 Barracuda Blvd. Of the new listings, there is a large 4 bedroom, 3 bath home with […]
closed sales Real Estate Activity in the Florida Keys – March 19th, to April1st While showings appear to be slowing down a bit as the weather warms up not only here in the Florida Keys but around the country, there is still a fair amount of activity to report. 158 new listings came on the market, 151 listing went under contract and 83 properties sold in the last two […]
closed sales Real Estate Activity in the Florida Keys – March 19th, to April1st While showings appear to be slowing down a bit as the weather warms up not only here in the Florida Keys but around the country, there is still a fair amount of activity to report. 158 new listings came on the market, 151 listing went under contract and 83 properties sold in the last two […]
Bahia Honda The Bahia Honda Bridge – Home to a new “green” resort? The Old Bahia Honda Bridge The old, no longer used bridges of the Florida Keys Overseas Railroad are icons illustrating the unique history of our island home.  While some have been converted into fishing piers, others battle the elements in a test of time. Proposed Resort atop the Bahia Honda Bridge A European development group, […]
Bahia Honda The Bahia Honda Bridge – Home to a new “green” resort? The Old Bahia Honda Bridge The old, no longer used bridges of the Florida Keys Overseas Railroad are icons illustrating the unique history of our island home.  While some have been converted into fishing piers, others battle the elements in a test of time. Proposed Resort atop the Bahia Honda Bridge A European development group, […]
closed sales Real Estate Activity in the Florida Keys from March 5th to March 18th, 2012 Spring break is in action here in the Keys, giving many of our local businesses some much needed business.  At the same time, we are in “season” for the real estate market.  198 new listings came on the market in the last two weeks, 82 properties sold and a whopping 140 properties went under contract. […]
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closed sales Real Estate Activity in the Florida Keys from March 5th to March 18th, 2012 Spring break is in action here in the Keys, giving many of our local businesses some much needed business.  At the same time, we are in “season” for the real estate market.  198 new listings came on the market in the last two weeks, 82 properties sold and a whopping 140 properties went under contract. […]
At Home With Diversity New Certification – At Home With Diversity I’m proud to announce that I have just achieved the At Home With Diversity certification offered by the National Association of Realtors. At Home With Diversity® is an educational experience designed to present a picture of the changing face of the real estate industry. More importantly, the class teaches REALTORS® how to work effectively with […]
At Home With Diversity New Certification – At Home With Diversity I’m proud to announce that I have just achieved the At Home With Diversity certification offered by the National Association of Realtors. At Home With Diversity® is an educational experience designed to present a picture of the changing face of the real estate industry. More importantly, the class teaches REALTORS® how to work effectively with […]
above flood Below Flood . . . Above Flood . . . What does it mean? If you’re a buyer looking at property in the Florida Keys, chances are you’ve heard the terms “below flood” and “above flood”, usually in regards to an enclosed area below the main living level of a home. The terms are in reference to what floodplain the home is built in. Each area of the Keys […]
above flood Below Flood . . . Above Flood . . . What does it mean? If you’re a buyer looking at property in the Florida Keys, chances are you’ve heard the terms “below flood” and “above flood”, usually in regards to an enclosed area below the main living level of a home. The terms are in reference to what floodplain the home is built in. Each area of the Keys […]
Uncategorized New Listings, Pending Sales and Closed Sales for the week of February 27th thru March 4th, 2012 It’s great to be back at home after attending the Century 21 Global Conference in New Orleans!  The market has been busy while I was away, too. 93 new listings came on the market, 51 properties went under contract and 61 properties closed. Palacio Coco Plum – offered at $4,497,000 Palacio Coco Plum is one […]
Uncategorized New Listings, Pending Sales and Closed Sales for the week of February 27th thru March 4th, 2012 It’s great to be back at home after attending the Century 21 Global Conference in New Orleans!  The market has been busy while I was away, too. 93 new listings came on the market, 51 properties went under contract and 61 properties closed. Palacio Coco Plum – offered at $4,497,000 Palacio Coco Plum is one […]
Islamorada Great waterfront home in Islamorada! Mere minutes to the open water 216 Treasure Harbor Road Wonderful waterfront living is yours to enjoy in this two bedroom, two bath home with  Old Florida Charm!  Located in the Village of Islamorada on a protected harbor, this is true Keys living! A wonderful Old Florida classic! The home was built in 1958, but has been updated to modern standards.  […]
Islamorada Great waterfront home in Islamorada! Mere minutes to the open water 216 Treasure Harbor Road Wonderful waterfront living is yours to enjoy in this two bedroom, two bath home with  Old Florida Charm!  Located in the Village of Islamorada on a protected harbor, this is true Keys living! A wonderful Old Florida classic! The home was built in 1958, but has been updated to modern standards.  […]
Uncategorized Florida Keys Market Update – February 13th to February 26th, 2012. New listings, pending sales and closed transactions ‘Tis the season!  No, not holiday season – real estate season! Nearly every Realtor I talk to is busy, busy, busy. This is a good thing!  There are a lot of buyers in town and they are actively looking at property.  A qucik look at the numbers for the last two weeks appears to confirm […]
Uncategorized Florida Keys Market Update – February 6th to February 12th, 2012. New listings, pending sales and closed transactions It’s hard to believe we’re already into the 2nd half of February! This past week, the market remained stable, with 109 new listings coming on the market, 57 going under contract and 31 closings. New Listing – Offered at $699,000 If you enjoy nature, you’ll love this new listing on Middle Torch Key. This 4 […]
Uncategorized Florida Keys Market Update – February 6th to February 12th, 2012. New listings, pending sales and closed transactions It’s hard to believe we’re already into the 2nd half of February! This past week, the market remained stable, with 109 new listings coming on the market, 57 going under contract and 31 closings. New Listing – Offered at $699,000 If you enjoy nature, you’ll love this new listing on Middle Torch Key. This 4 […]