Archive for July, 2007
Buy a Daytona Beach Area Home And Cut The Grass!
July 31st, 2007 Categories: 1st Time Port Orange Home Buyers, Daytona Beach Real Estate, Port Orange Baby Boomers, Port Orange Real Estate
It Is A Buyer’s Market for Daytona Beach Real Estate! Sellers out number potential purchasers by far. Buyers are happy but my experience has been that there are so many choices for my buyers and it complicates decision making for them.
Florida Real Estate inventory in Volusia County remains high. There are so many homes for sale due to the slow down in sales and foreclosures. I recently read an article authored by Rick & Ines of Miamism.com, which also indicated a slow down or buyer’s market as we are experiencing!
If you notice homes with high grass and unkempt properties it is an indication that the home is vacant and there is a problem. It seems that most homes I show to buyers are vacant! It is really unfortunate because when these homes remain vacant and lawns and pools are not maintained, they show poorly. I have to remind my customers that they need to look beyond the mess or look at the space and not what occupies it!
The houses that sell for significantly lower prices often are in disrepair. Although they may sell for less than appraised value, you have to consider the money required for repairs. Prior to making any hasty decisions contact your Realtor and obtain a market analysis of sold or close comparables in the area to justify the home price. If you buy a foreclosed home, remember they are sold “as is” so they don’t come with warranties and sellers aren’t required to disclose any problems. Buyer beware… Get a home Inspector or you’ll be sorry!!!
There are so many affordable and ready to move in Port Orange and Daytona Beach area homes on the market in all price ranges. Sellers are attracting buyers by adding incentives such as owner-financing, rebates, or large “redecorating allowances.” Home warranties at the seller’s expense or for the seller to pay closing costs for the buyer are other contingencies.
Buyers: Ready to start your dream home search? Contact me and I can guide you on finding the perfect home in Port Orange FL to suit your lifestyle and needs.
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4 Ever Fitness…My new Membership
July 30th, 2007 Categories: Health and Wellness, TGIF
Ok, it’s TGIF and I putting my real estate work aside. I’m turning over a new leaf and adding a TGIF section to my blog.
I thought I would post about the new fitness center I joined. 4 Ever Fitness is located in Port Orange near Herbert Street and Clyde Morris Blvd. Ann Nashed-Stephenson signed me up and took me on a tour.
4 Ever fitness features new, state-of-the-art cardiovascular exercise and entertainment equipment. All equipment features heart rate monitors so you can track your target heart rate!
They endorse a 44-minute total-body exercise routine. The great thing about it is that you can enjoy a non intimidating workout. A friendly fitness staff person services the circuit equipment for you. They set your weights as soon as you walk in and you can jump on the circuit and your good to go.
Saturday was my official first workout with the assistance of Dan on the circuit training equipment. By the way, Dan is very knowledgeable and patient. I started on the treadmill with a brisk walk at 4.0 speed.. I asked my sister why I don’t sweat!!! She can’t understand why I don’t sweat while she sweats profusely and smells like a caramel Yankee candle? But I got my heart rate up to 150 a bit higher than my target heart rate.
Next visit, I invited my sister, Donna, as my guest, so she is hung out with Dan who familiarized her on the cool circuit training equipment for her complimentary visit !
So, if you’re looking for a clean and untimidating place to work out and stay healthy, visit4 Ever Fitness.Their hours are Monday - Friday 6AM - 9PM and
Saturday 8AM - 3PM!!
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Port Orange City Center An Oak Tree Canopy Drive
July 30th, 2007 Categories: 1st Time Port Orange Home Buyers, Port Orange FL Neighborhoods, Port Orange Pics!, Port Orange Real Estate
I always like to take the detour through the City Center Campus which is accessible from Clyde Morris Blvd. through to Dunlawton. City Center Circle is a road that wraps around the city campus. It takes you past the Port Orange Fire Dept.,our regional library, Port Orange City Hall, a fairly new amphitheater, the YMCA, a sports complex,the Port Orange Police Dept.and Palmer Chiropractic.
It is truly a picturesque drive through the canopy of old oaks that line the street. Port Orange City Hall fronts a lake at 1000 City Center Circle and sidewalk trails encompass the lake for the enjoyment of residents who walk and jog day and night.
This area is usually the center of events and activites for a family atmosphere year round. The calendar is packed with options for all ages.
During the summer there is a concert series enjoyed by many on Sunday afternoons. Many interesting groups play music at the outdoor amphitheater. Feature groups have included jazz, reggae, concert bands, bluegrass, rock and roll, country and pop.
Port Orange Family Days is our next big Port Orange Event which is usually held the 1st week of October.Events include Carnival, Entertainment, Balloon Rides, Cook-Off, Family Movie Night, Business Expo, Health Fair, Parade, Sidewalk Chalk Art, Children’s Area, Jet Ski Rides, Fireworks and More…..
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Waters Edge Port Orange Homes…Affordable Family Living!
July 27th, 2007 Categories: 1st Time Port Orange Home Buyers, Daytona Beach Vacation Homes, Port Orange Baby Boomers, Port Orange FL Neighborhoods, Port Orange Real Estate, Volusia County Schools
Waters Edge Subdivision, located in Port Orange FL. is a very friendly and family oriented community… It is one of the nicest areas in Port Orange FL!
When you enter Waters Edge you will notice a grand entrance with fountains and lakes. You will also notice sidewalk trails and lake. In the evening, usually you’ll see families biking and walking!Waters Edge is a quiet and very safe neighborhood!
There are 3 to 6 bedroom homes that range in price from 229k To 749K. There are beautiful pool homes, homes that backup to conservation areas, homes with lake views and lake front homes available.
Covendale is a gated community within Waters Edge. In this exclusive gated part of the community you find luxury and estate homes on larger lots some adjoining conservation areas. The area is pretty much the same as outside the gates with nature trails, sidewalks,lakes,trees and nature areas.
Volusia County has some of the best schools in the state and Waters Edge has a terrific school district from elementary to high school! Students are zoned for excellent schools which include Spruce Creek High School Creekside Middle School and a brand new elementary school, Cypress Creek Elementary.
In addition, Waters Edges is close to a park, a Port Orange Fire Station, close to golfing and less than 15 minutes from the beach!
Picture yourself living in one of the most pleasurable neighborhoods for families and call us today! Experience the beauty of Waters Edge!
It is very easy to find the Waters Edge subdivision in Port Orange FL. If you are traveling From I-95, take exit 256 which is the Port Orange exit, then go west on Taylor Road. Immediately upon turning on Taylor Road turn South on S. Williamson and follow for approximately 3 miles. When you get to the fork in the road, bear to the right on Airport Road. Waters Edge is on the left-hand side just past Cypress Head Golf Course.
If you would like a tour of Waters Edge Homes call us today! Or just call us for additional area info!!
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Tee Off Your Retirement In A Daytona Beach FL Golf Community
July 23rd, 2007 Categories: 1st Time Port Orange Home Buyers, Daytona Beach Vacation Homes, Port Orange Baby Boomers, Port Orange FL Neighborhoods, Port Orange Real Estate
When you retire do you know where you want to go?
One of the best options for people who enjoy golfing is to retire to a Port Orange golf community.
Golfers can choose championship courses in the Greater Daytona Beach and Palm Coast areas as well designed by masters like Nicklaus, Palmer, Player, Rees Jones, Arthur Hills and other well known course architects.
In addition, the Greater Daytona Beach area is also the Home of the LPGA !
The best thing about a Port Orange golf community is the golf! If you like to play the game, this will give you the ability to play everyday of the week.
Daytona Beach golf communities are also great places to live as well. You can buy a home, condominium, luxury estate home, alley home, or town home. Even if you dont golf, you can enjoy other golf community amenities offered such as tennis courts, swimming pools and clubhouse dining!
When searching for a Port Orange FL golf community to live in, find a community that suits your needs. You do not have to have a lot of money to move into a golf community. There are many area golf communities that cater to people who are retired, and offer unique features and various fees and memberships.
Click here to receive information on homes in Volusia County Golf Communities!
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Buying A Daytona Beach FL Home
July 20th, 2007 Categories: 1st Time Port Orange Home Buyers, Daytona Beach Condo Marketplace, Daytona Beach Vacation Homes, Port Orange Baby Boomers, Port Orange Real Estate, Volusia County Schools
So you want a buy a house or condo in Daytona Beach FL!
Daytona Beach FL is a great place to live and raise children. There are great schools, restaurants, shopping, and of course the beach and wonderful weather.
Where do you get started you ask. They say knowledge opens doors and that is certainly true when you are buying a home. Educate yourself about the market and ask questions¦there are no stupid questions. I˜ll try to make this simple by outlining a few important details to make your home buying experience in the Greater Daytona Beach area a positive one.
First and foremost, find a lender and get pre-approved not prequalified. Pre approved will tell you the ball park estimate of your borrowing power and it will even give you the edge over other buyers interested in the same home that you might be interested in buying!!! And this does happen!!
Secondly, start thinking about your situation and your familys needs. Think about the space you need and the Daytona Beach area you would like to live in. Do you want your house close to Daytona Beach and Port Orange schools? What type of lot are you looking for?
Now you have to find the right real estate agent! You can ask family and friends who can recommend a Daytona Beach/Port Orange FL real estate agent. Identify a couple of agents and interview them. Look for a Daytona Beach / Port Orange FL agent who listens well, understands your needs, and whose judgment you trust. Overall, you need a Daytona Beach Realtor who makes you feel comfortable and can provide all the knowledge and services you need.
This will hopefully help you out with any questions that you may have. Please let us know if you have any questions. Well be more than happy to help. If youre moving to Daytona Beach FL call Team Gagliardi “ Main: 386“316“5968!
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