All factors point to improvements. Days on the market are down for listed properties. Prices are up. The number of closed sales in January 2014 was up 10.2% over January 2013. Continued low interest rates also was a factor in price appreciation. Statewide, the median sale price of a single family home was up 12.1% to $162,50 over January 2013. The price of condos / town homes … Keep reading... about Florida Real Estate Market Improving
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Middleground – Folk with Flair
Middleground, a folk music duo from central New Hampshire is about to release their first album. Cindy Duchin and Peter Heimlich provide an interesting performance of Cindy's original compositions and Peter's eclectic guitar and banjo style. If you are ever in their area, you need to catch a show. … Keep reading... about Middleground – Folk with Flair
College Loans Hurt Buying Real Estate
A report by the Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA) has determined that high student loan debt is slowing the recovery of the real estate market. First time buyers are finding it difficult to meet al their obligations and are delaying the purchase of a home or choosing to rent instead of own. FHA is also changing rules that had helped grads in the past. A rule change that could … Keep reading... about College Loans Hurt Buying Real Estate
Port Charlotte Baseball Excitement
With Spring Training now underway in Port Charlotte, FL, the Rays team members are looking forward to another winning season. Manager Joe Madden sets the tone and he is always upbeat and optimistic. He has every right to be with the success he has brought to the team. Pitcher Alex Cobb added his name tho those who think it will be a great season. The right handed pitcher is … Keep reading... about Port Charlotte Baseball Excitement
Mazel Tov! Jewish Food Festival
Eat! Venice Florida was a diner’s delight on Sunday. This beautiful city on Florida’s southwest coast, in cooperation with The Jewish Congregation of Venice, hosted the annual Jewish Food Festival. Corned beef, piled high on delicious rye bread, is my favorite but there were soooo many great dishes. Stuffed cabbage, knishes and oh so many desserts! This was the 20th year the … Keep reading... about Mazel Tov! Jewish Food Festival