By Debra Mann, REALTOR, Suncoasteam Realty Contact Debra: 941-626-0744, debra@suncoasteam.com Do you love to fish?? Then put Punta Gorda, FL on your list of destinations to visit!! Punta Gorda borders Florida’s 2nd largest open water estuary, Charlotte Harbor. This estuary is formed when the fresh water from the Myakka and Peace rivers blend with the saltwater from the … Keep reading... about FISHING IN SW FLORIDA!!
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Capt. Tom Lewis of the Punta Gorda Police Department
The Southwest Florida Police Chiefs Association honored Capt. Tom Lewis of the Punta Gorda Police Department at a recent meeting. The association named Captain Lewis its Outstanding Command Officer of the Year for 2012. The association cited his “leadership, vision and innovation.” … Keep reading... about Capt. Tom Lewis of the Punta Gorda Police Department
Waterfront Homes in Punta Gorda Florida!
By Debra Mann, REALTOR, Suncoasteam Realty Contact Debra: 941-626-0744, debra@suncoasteam.com I just closed on a beautiful new home on Sailboat Water (no bridges) in Punta Gorda Isles!! Imagine yourself coming home to the view in this picture! You can go ANYWHERE in the world right from your dock! PGI offers miles and miles of canals. I can help you make your dream come … Keep reading... about Waterfront Homes in Punta Gorda Florida!
Bidding Wars/Multiple Offers
By Debra Mann, REALTOR, Suncoasteam Realty Contact Debra: 941-626-0744, debra@suncoasteam.com With all of the fabulous deals on homes in Florida right now, many times the buyers find themselves in multiple offer situations (or as many refer to them, "bidding wars"). It is very common when dealing with foreclosures and short sales. With the low mortgage rates & the low … Keep reading... about Bidding Wars/Multiple Offers
HOME SALES SURGE IN FLORIDA
According to a report by the Florida Association of Realtors, sale of single family homes in the state was up 24.4% in November 2012 as compared to November 2011. The median sales price for Florida single-family homes in November 2012 was $150,000, up 11.2% from a year ago. In Charlotte County, FL, there were 240 single family homes sold in November 2012 with a median price … Keep reading... about HOME SALES SURGE IN FLORIDA
What is that house worth?
In a study conducted by HomeGain and reported by the Florida Association of Realtors, 75% of homeowners homeowners think their home is worth more than their agent’s recommended list price. Meanwhile, 63% of home buyers say homes are overpriced. Statistics from November, 2012 of homes sold in Charlotte County, FL show that the Average Selling Price as a % of List Price for all … Keep reading... about What is that house worth?
New Airline Flights to Punta Gorda Airport
Allegiant Air will operate new flights twice weekly between Plattsburgh International Airport, Plattsburgh, NY and Punta Gorda Airport, Punta Gorda, Florida starting Feb. 23, 2013. … Keep reading... about New Airline Flights to Punta Gorda Airport
Sarasota Road Construction
Orange Avenue between 10th Way and 19th Street was temporarily closed for a drainage improvement project but is now reopened. Lane closing will occur during the 2nd and 3rd week of January, 2013 according to a City of Sarasota notice. There will be road construction on 17th St west of Orange Avenue and sidewalks will be under construction along Orange Avenue. … Keep reading... about Sarasota Road Construction
Sarasota Housing Market: November 2012
By: Andy Richardson, REALTOR, Suncoasteam Realty Contact Andy: 941-276-5997, car@suncoasteam.com The Sarasota housing market continued its positive trend in November of 2012 and is on pace to see the fourth highest number of annual sales in its 90 year history. November 2012 sales, which totaled 764 properties, was an astounding 29% increase over the 602 sales in November … Keep reading... about Sarasota Housing Market: November 2012
Cost of New Construction Rising
According to a report from the National Association of Home Builders, the cost of building a new home is rising far faster than inflation. The price of construction lumber is up over 30% from a year ago. Interior wallboard and cement are also increasing in price. These increases will push up the cost of building a new home significantly. As a result of the expected increase … Keep reading... about Cost of New Construction Rising