Archive for January, 2008
Wednesday, January 30th, 2008
Home Warranties really make sense
I’ve been selling Real Estate for over 12 years both in NY and now in FL. Most of my business has come from listing
properties and I have seen some interesting things through my travels in the business. There are some really crazy incentives out there right now that sellers are offering buyers.
I have seen sellers offer a free 5 day vacation if they purchase their home and I have also seen people offer free 2 yr gym memberships. I’m not saying these aren’t good incentives but you have to find a buyer that either wants a free vacation or a way to stay in shape.
I’m not saying that these are bad incentives… but I wonder if these type of incentives really make sense?
Why not offer them a home warranty plan as an incentive? It is a great tool to insure that all of your major appliances are in working order when you are selling your home. This way if anything is wrong during your inspection you might save money for expensive repair or replacement. There are a few different programs available….it just depends on which is the most compatible to your situation.
There are many different companies out there that offer all kinds of programs that fit the seller and the buyers needs. My experience has been nothing but positive with the company I want to talk about.
American Home Shield or AHS is the company I am referring to.If you are interested in finding out more then please click on the link in this article. Just for the record…there are many great companies out there and I am in no way trying to sell this particular company but I can tell you from experience that my clients were all satisfied. I did have one client actually write me a recommendation letter that happened to mention how AHS saved them over $450 in repairs or replacement while their property was listed with us. This particular program covered the sellers during the entire listing period and gave the buyer a 1 yr free warranty after closing. Iwas definitely surprised but I truly believe it can be a good insurance policy for your property during the process.
To me …home warranties really make sense and that they could be the best incentive offered when buying a home.
Please contact Neal The Real Deal Bloom
-Realtor® /Remax Hometown
2500 Weston Road ,Suite 103
Weston FL 33331
(954)608-5556
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Sunday, January 27th, 2008
It is a great time to buy so come see all of the Century Village condo’s For Sale. There are many condo’s available now!
Century Village
is located in Pembroke Pines FL. This is just one of four different locations around South Florida. Depending on your destination you will also find complexes in Deerfield Beach,West Palm Beach,and Boca Raton.
Century Village has been the leading retirement community for the last 35 years. H. Irwin Levy brought the idea to a group of investors back in 1968. He managed the project for a while…… watching it take shape and help build it into what it is today….“an active adult lifestyle for residents.”
The complex is a gated community that is provided with 24 hr manned security and features a 145,000 square foot clubhouse,an 18 hole par 64 golf course,15 swimming pools,theaters featuring world class entertainment and lake-front views.
Other activities include: Bocci ,Tennis,Sailing,Fishing,Handball,Volleyball,
Pentanque,Shuffleboard ,ball Rooms, card rooms and fitness centers. They also provide transportation by bus to medical facilities, local shopping centers and malls.
Century Village coined the phase “Now this is living!”
The are many different sizes available now at very affordable prices.
For more information regarding condo’s that are available in Century Village in Pembroke Pines FL Please contact Neal The Real Deal Bloom-Realtor® /Remax Hometown 2500 Weston Road ,Suite 103Weston FL 33331(954)608-5556The Real Deal tells it Like it is in Real Estate-copyright © 2008-All rights reserved
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Saturday, January 26th, 2008
Your home is more than architectural structure. Through the years, it has become an extension of who you are, it has become an extension of who you are, representing your personality, style and values. That’s why selling can be both emotional and intimidating experience. But it can also be exciting, rewarding time as you look forward to new experiences. If you would like additional information on how to sell your home….please request your own personal copy of the Home Seller’s Guide….
- Sell Your Home
- Plan the Sale
- Selling with a Professional at your side
- Selecting the right real estate professional
- Information regarding listing agreement
- Pricing your home to sell
- Understanding the market
- Estimating your bottom line profit or loss
- Tax facts
- Review Buyer Financing Options
- Pre-Listing Inspections
- Getting your home ready to show
- Closing the deal
- Selecting the right real estate office
- Glossary of real estate terms
This guide is designed to help you transition from the emotional decision to the objective planning phase by arming you with key information about the home selling process. To receive your personal copy please contact Midori Miller of Century 21 Sundance Realty, 386-453-3236 or info@daytonarealestatetrainer.com
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Wednesday, January 23rd, 2008
Consumers should know that Realtors® are consumers just like them.
Selling Real Estate over the last 12 years has been a full time job. Most of the time it seems that I do a lot more for what I deserve to get paid but hey….that’s just me. I always seem to have to go the “extra mile”when it comes to giving my clients the best service they can get. I wrote a blog a while ago called I am the slimiest Realtor®. This post is a prime example of going the extra mile.
When there are issues and I have to explain them to my clients the first thing I tell them is not to panic. Let’s figure out exactly how to tackle the problem and cut out the disease before it spreads.
Sometimes I don’t always get full cooperation from the other parties involved in the transaction. You see…most of my business is from the listing side. I technically represent the sellers but also do my best to be helpful and fair to the buyers side as well. Let’s face it….no matter how you look at it….my job is to get us all to the closing table and make sure the transaction closes as smoothly as possible. I have been working more and more with buyers and we are now seeing issues on the sellers end more and more with all the foreclosures…short sales…. clear title issues and probates. Those deals take a bit more time and patience to complete…but as long as we disclose all of this to both parties then it makes them understand what is going to be happening during the process.
But sometimes when there are issues the consumer doesn’t always understand why it is happening and what is happening. This is where I may have to step into a situation that has a lot of egos involved as well as a lot of testosterone that can make it emotional as well. I try to explain to the clients that although I am a Realtor® and I still have my own problems just like them. They always say “Neal I’m sure you will do what you have to to make sure we can get this done by using all of your powers as a Realtor® to expedite it.”
Wow!…I’m glad and happy to be complimented that way….but let’s face it….when I am involved in my own personal Real Estate transactions things can still go wrong and I might make mistakes and have similar issues. Thank god i haven’t… but you never know and just because I am more experienced then them still doesn’t mean I can solve every issue.
I’m not sure if they just think that because I am a Realtor® that I have some super powers of persuasion but that’s the way it seems sometimes and I’ve been lucky enough to be able to have pulled off a few that I thought were in question in getting done.
As your Realtor® I need to let my clients know that I have more than just a financial interest in working with them and that I will do everything humanly possible to take the stress off of them and make it to a successful transaction.
Even though it is the end of this transaction it doesn’t mean it is the end of my relationship with consumers because I might meet up with them again through referrals. My clients appreciate how I am able to understand whats happening around them and the issues they might face and thats why I will receive further business in the future because they know that I am just like them.
It makes sense to find a good Realtor® ….it makes sense to call me so I can fully service you for all your Real Estate needs.
Please contact Neal The Real Deal Bloom-Realtor® /Remax Hometown
2500 Weston Road ,Suite 103
Weston FL 33331
(954)608-5556
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Wednesday, January 23rd, 2008
Weston FL Homes for sale-Windmill Reserve Market Report
Weston FL Homes for sale
Weston FL
Weston FL Homes- Windmill Reserve
2007 Market Report
1/2007 - 12/2007
Weston FL Homes for sale in Windmill Reserve as of -Dec. 2007
- 11 homes for sale-prices range from $1,199,000-$5,400,000
Weston FL Homes under contract in Windmill Reserve as of Dec. 2007
Weston FL homes- sold in Windmill Reserve -Jan 2007-Dec 2007
- 4 homes -prices range from $1,730,000-$3,700,000
This information is provided by the Southeast Florida Multiple Listing Service and is believed accurate but not warranted.
Please check out my other links below to see my past area market reports
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If you are looking for custom built homes in Windmill Reserve you came to the right place. This community is fairly new. Also there are not that many homes… so the ratios may be lower. |
For more information please contact Neal The Real Deal Bloom
(954)608-5556 /REMAX Hometown
Please visit my blog The Real Deal tells it like it is in Real Estate
2500 Weston Road ,Suite 103
Weston FL 33331
(954)608-5556
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Saturday, January 19th, 2008
Coconut Creek FL condos for rent-Fully Renovated 2BR 2BTH condo
located in Prestigious Wynmoor/Granada Village
Brand new update kitchen and appliances,freshly painted,new carpeting,
tiled screened-in patio,new freshly painted bathroom ,fixtures and cabinetry,
master BR with walk-in closet..
double entry out to your own private screened in patio with garden view.
Community represents housing for older persons amendment or 55 and over.
  
  
  
 
Pricing and Availability
Rent: $1,300 per month
Available Date: Mon Jan 21, 2008
Deposit: $3,900
Minimum Lease: 1 year or seasonal
Property Location 2001 Granada Drive Coconut Creek , FL 33066Features Bedrooms: 2 Bathrooms: 2
Located on Floor #: D-4 Floors in Bldg: 4 Square Footage: 1100
Parking Spaces: 1
Property Type: condo
Pets Allowed: None
Agent: Neal Bloom
Broker: Remax Hometown
Rental Unit Amenities
Refrigerator
Dishwasher
Washer/Dryer
Wall to Wall Carpet
Patio
Balcony
View
Building Amenities
On-site Laundy
On-site Manager
Clubhouse
Swimming Pool
Exercise Room
Security Gate
Other Amenities
Additional Storage
Guest Parking
High-Speed Internet
Microwave
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Friday, January 18th, 2008
New York City-Manhattan Apartments for rent
833 lexington Ave -located on the Upper East-side between 63rd and 64th St.-New York City
This is a brand new fully renovated 1 bedroom apartment for rent. It is located on the third floor and has a private patio deck, about 150 sq.ft. marble kitchen and 1 bathroom with a stand alone shower.
The landlord is asking $3500.00 per month. Located near all major transportation…shops and restaurants. This is also a pet friendly building.
It’s a great time to rent an apartment in New York City.
If you are interested in any New York City apartments for rent… then I will be glad to assist you with all of your Real Estate needs.
For more information on this or any other New York City apartments for rent please contact:
Steve Jurrist-Realtor®
Urban Apartments
urbanapartments@aol.com
Direct (917)304-4052
Fax (646) 638-4721
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