November 2007

There are 5 blog entries for November 2007.

Free The MLS

Thursday, November 29th, 2007 at 7:42am. 778 Views, 0 Comments.

The National Association of Realtors (NAR) changed in their policy regarding a Realtor's use of the acronym MLS (multiple listing service). There were several changes but in a nutshell they don't want Realtors using "MLS" on their website and in their website domain names because they contend that the Realtor is possibly duping the public by pretending to be the MLS. This policy only affects members of the NAR or Realtors.

How does this affect you the consumer? Ultimately, non Realtor websites like Trulia, Zillow and Homegain will have a competitive advantage over Realtors. Home buyers will use these websites to search for homes. These large national "lead generator" websites will capture the home buyers information and sell it to Realtors. This increase…

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Regional housing showing some life

Thursday, November 29th, 2007 at 6:59am. 747 Views, 0 Comments.

Here is an interesting article from the Sarasota Herald Tribune about the Sarasota real estate market. Some of the highlights of the article include:

"More homes sold in the Sarasota-Bradenton market in October than any place in Florida besides Jacksonville, Orlando and Tampa-St. Petersburg."

"....perhaps Sarasota-Bradenton is emerging from the doldrums brought on by the 2004-05 housing rush faster than other places in the Sunshine State."

"To evaluate how Southwest Florida compares with the southeast part of the state, prices are the key, said Jack McCabe, a real estate consultant based in Deerfield Beach.

At a median price of $263,900, the typical home now selling in Sarasota-Bradenton has fallen 23 percent from $340,700 two years ago.

In contrast,…

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Just Sold on Siesta Key

Tuesday, November 27th, 2007 at 10:33am. 801 Views, 0 Comments.

Take a look at this lovely home at 5440 Azure Way that recently sold for $1,000,000. Click here for more photos.

Property description:

Wonderfully remodeled pool home in Siesta Isles, just 2 blocks to the white sands of Siesta Beach. Great split bedroom floor plan. Terracotta room, new paver drive and pool deck, landscaping, davits. Great water views

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Just sold in Bent Tree

Saturday, November 3rd, 2007 at 7:58am. 783 Views, 0 Comments.

This stunning home at 4850 Cherry Laurel Circle in the Bent Tree Woodlands Lakes sections recently sold for $915,000.

Property description:

Enjoy a fabulous view of the lake from this like-new, Christner Brothers-built, large family home. With 3 bedrooms, 2 offices, an exercise room, and a wonderful cook's kitchen as well as a summer kitchen, this home offers so much for the fortunate ones who will call it home. There are very tasteful decorator touches, faux finishes, beautiful built-ins and many builder's upgrades throughout this lovely home that sits on a spectacular treed lot. Woodland Lakes is a quiet, special enclave of only 18 newer homes that enjoy a lovely community gazebo and quaint, old-fashioned street lights.

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Just Sold on Longboat Key

Friday, November 2nd, 2007 at 11:47am. 788 Views, 0 Comments.

This beach front condo at Whitney Beach on Longboat Key just sold for $870,000.

Positioned on a breathtaking gulf front location is one of Longboat Keys most popular beach to bay communities. The expanse of space on one of the coasts most beautiful beaches is almost decadent. This spacious end unit is lovingly maintained, tastefully furnished and offers a bright interior of unrivalled beachfront living. Amenity features include, heated pool, tennis, boat & fishing docks, beachside tiki hut & more. The asking price was $929,000.