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Bad News for Wall Street is Still Good News for Homebuyers in The Tampa Real Estate Market

Filed under: Buying a House in Tampa, Cheval Homes, Clearwater Beach Real Estate, Davis Islands Real Estate, First-Time Homebuyers, Gated Communities in Tampa, Golf course communities in Tampa, Hunter's Green Homes, MacDill AFB, South Tampa, Tampa Foreclosures, Tampa Home Search, Tampa Neighborhoods, Tampa Real Estate Agent, Tampa Real Estate Market

 Earth to chicken little…the sky is not falling!

Maybe it’s time to turn off the television, or stop reading the newspaper, because the bad news in the financial industry is overshadowing the fact that this is an AMAZING time for homebuyers in the Tampa Real Estate Market! 

Homebuilding starts are down, foreclosures are up, and the combination of Chev_1“cheap money” and “high inventory” means BARGAINS galore for the Tampa homebuyer!  Home prices are down 25–30%, over the values of several years ago. So, while the financial news LOOKS bad…this is the BEST time to buy a home in decades!

FHA limits of $292,500, with a good credit score and 3% downpayment are still available!

What are you waiting for???? Next Year?  That is not a good plan.  We have nearly reached the “Bottom” of the real estate market in Tampa, so NEXT YEAR the bargains will be gone and you will say, “I wish I had bought that house LAST YEAR”…

Turn off the television and start that house hunt today!

For more information about the Tampa Real Estate market, Tampa Neighborhoods, including Culbreath Isles. South Tampa, Harbour Island, Davis Islands, Beach Park, Sunset Park, Hyde Park, Channelside, Palma Ceia, Westchase, Waterchase, Odessa, Cheval, Avila, Brandon, Riverview, FishHawk, New Tampa, Tampa Palms, Hunters Green, Arbor Greene, Apollo Beach, South Shore, MiraBay, Golf Communities, Waterfront Homes, Luxury Homes in Tampa, Condos in Tampa and International Real Estate contact me!  

Posted by Jackie Colson-Miller   |   1 Comment »   |   09.17.2008

The Dollar is on the Rise…Foreign Investors Should Buy Florida Properies Now! Tampa Real Estate News

Filed under: Clearwater Beach Real Estate, International Real Estate, Tampa Real Estate Market

Foreign Investors have been “eyeing” waterfront properties in Florida for over a year!  With declining prices in the Florida Real ClearwaterbeachEstate Market, many foreigners have been waiting for the prices to drop even farther.  But, the dollar has been on the upswing recently, so playing the “waiting game” is perhaps not the wisest strategy.

Using the exchange rate for the Euro, a European Buyer would have paid $270,000 USD in January vs. $283,000 USD, today, for the same condo priced at $400,000.  As the dollar continues to improve in foreign markets, the “cost” of buying property in the US will increase.  Waterfront properties in the Tampa Bay Area and the Beaches are selling at 20–30% less than several years ago, so this is DEFINITELY the time to buy!

Waterfront prices range from the 300’s to over one million.  For more information on buying waterfront, or beachfront property in Florida, contact me today!

Clearwater Beach, St. Pete Beach, Redington Shores, Bellair Beach, Sand Key, Sunset Beach, Treasure Island, Tampa Real Estate

Posted by Jackie Colson-Miller   |   Click Here To Comment »   |   09.16.2008

The Tampa Real Estate Market is a “Bargain”…See the Most Overpriced Markets in the U.S.

Filed under: Best Places in Tampa, Buyers, Buying a House in Tampa, Clearwater Beach Real Estate, Davis Islands Real Estate, Gated Communities in Tampa, Golf course communities in Tampa, Historic Tampa, Tampa Real Estate Agent, Tampa Real Estate Market, Waterfront Homes in Tampa, Westchase

Looking for a bargain? The Tampa Real Estate Market is one of the best values in the U.S. this year. With housing prices down 20%, and more, over 2007, Tampa Real Estate is the place to invest!

In contrast, have a look at some of the most “Overpriced” Zip Codes in the U.S., as announced this week in Forbes Magazine.

Looking a home in the Tampa Bay area? Send me an email and let me know what area and price range you are looking for…and be glad you aren’t looking in San Jose California!

You can read some of my previous articles about the Schools in Tampa and Information about moving to Tampa.

Hyde Park…One of the Top-rated School Districts in Tampa and the U.S.

New Suburb Beautiful

Tampa Schools Receive Top FCAT scores

What is the Best Tampa Neighborhood for YOU?

For information on any neighborhood in Tampa, homes in the highly-rated school districts, or if you are relocating to Tampa, please contact me.

It’s a “Buyer’s Market” in Tampa! If you would like to receive listings in a certain neighborhood, or price range, just let me know! Looking for Real Estate in Tampa or information about the Tampa Real Estate market? Moving to Tampa? Are you looking for assistance in choosing the best neighborhood in Tampa for your lifestyle? I can help with your move to any Tampa neighborhood, including: South Tampa, Harbour Island, Davis Islands, Beach Park, Sunset Park, Hyde Park, Channelside, Culbreath Isles, Palma Ceia, Westchase, Waterchase, Odessa, Cheval, Avila, Brandon, Riverview, FishHawk, New Tampa, Tampa Palms, Hunters Green, Arbor Greene, Apollo Beach, South Shore, MiraBay, Golf Communities, Waterfront Homes, Luxury Homes in Tampa, Condos in Tampa and International Real Estate contact me!

Posted by Jackie Colson-Miller   |   1 Comment »   |   07.30.2008

Foreign Investors Invade The Clearwater Beach Real Estate Market!

Filed under: Buying a House in Tampa, Clearwater Beach Real Estate, Florida Beachfront property, Florida Real Estate, Tampa Real Estate Agent, Tampa Real Estate Market

 The Latest News on the Tampa Bay Area Real Estate Market every day on The Real Estate Sizzle…

Florida is the place for British and European Investors! While dining, and relaxing by the pool, on Clearwater Beach this weekend, it seemed everyone was speaking a foreign language!  There were Danes, Norwegians, Australians, British and Europeans everywhere I went! We had much discussion about the Clearwater Real Estate Market and the “value” it represents for foreign investors in 2008! 

 

With the British Pound trading at 2 to 1 against the American Dollar, many of the investors in the Florida market are from the U.K. As the Euro continues to rise against the Dollar, we are getting increasing numbers of European buyers, as well. Now, Canadians are enjoying a 1 to 1 currency exchange with the U.S. Dollar. Prices in Florida are the lowest in years, so the time is right for foreign investment. There are some great bargains on beachfront condos, so don’t wait until the prices begin to recover! If you are interested in buying a condo on the beach, a home in Tampa, or Real Estate anywhere in the world, contact me.

A portion of my business is focused on the International Market. I am a Certified International Property Specialist and member of the International Real Estate Federation (FIABCI). Many of my clients are from foreign countries or work for foreign companies Beachin the U.S. Florida is very much an “International” Destination. Tampa is perfectly situated between Disney World and the Gulf Beaches. It is a great location for foreign investors. Having the CIPS (Certified International Property Specialist) designation, which is earned by less than 1% of all Real Estate Agents, allows me to better assist my foreign clients. Every country handles foreign investors differently and CIPS agents are specially trained to understand, and facilitate, the purchase and sale of Real Estate in every country around the world!

Real Estate is no longer a “local” market. Savvy buyers are Global. They are looking for smart investments all over the world, based on World_mapthe strength or weakness of a country’s currency, political stability, it’s economic development and potential for long-term gains. The political and economic situation in Venezuela right now, is sending Venezuelans to seek safe shelter for themselves and their finances. Many of them are heading to Florida and Central America. Check the latest exchange rate for your currency to see what you can spend in U.S. Dollars!

Conversely, the political and economic climate in Panama, makes it the number one Retiree destination in the world right now! Watch for more on the advantages of buying property in Panama, Costa Rica and Eastern Europe… in future “International Real Estate” articles…stay tuned…

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I can help with your move to any Tampa neighborhood, including: South Tampa, Davis Islands, Beach Park, Sunset Park, Hyde Park, Culbreath Isles, Palma Ceia, Westchase, Waterchase, Odessa, Cheval, Avila, Brandon, Riverview, FishHawk, New Tampa, Tampa Palms, Hunter’s Green, Arbor Greene, Apollo Beach, South Shore, MiraBay, Golf Communities, Waterfront Homes, Luxury Homes in Tampa, Condos in Tampa and International Real Estate…Panama, Costa Rica, Europe, U.K…contact me!

Posted by Jackie Colson-Miller   |   Click Here To Comment »   |   07.05.2008

Condo Owners May Get More Tax Breaks Than they Think….Tampa Real Estate News…and more

Filed under: Buying a House in Tampa, Clearwater Beach Real Estate, Moving to Tampa, Real Estate News, Tampa MLS Listings, Tampa Real Estate, Tampa Real Estate Agent, Tampa Real Estate Market

If you own a condo in the Tampa Real Estate Market, or anywhere in the U.S., there is an additional tax break that if often overlooked. If you IMG_0282pay a special assessment for a new roof, balcony upgrades, or other work which affects the value of your condo, you may be able to deduct that from the basis , to determine your taxable profit upon the sale of your property.

You can read more about it in an article from the National Association of Realtors.

Enjoy some of my other articles about Waterfront Homes and Gated Communities in Tampa:

Harbour IslandA Gated Community in Tampa

Tampa Waterfront Home Buyers Have Many Choices

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It is a “Buyer’s Market” in Tampa, with plenty of inventory of homes to choose from! I can help with your move to any Tampa neighborhood, including: South Tampa, Harbour Island, Davis Islands, Beach Park, Sunset Park, Hyde Park, Channelside, Culbreath Isles, Palma Ceia, Westchase, Waterchase, Odessa, Cheval, Avila, Brandon, Riverview, FishHawk, New Tampa, Tampa Palms, Hunters Green, Arbor Greene, Apollo Beach, South Shore, MiraBay, Golf Communities, Waterfront Homes, Luxury Homes in Tampa, Condos in Tampa and International Real Estatecontact me!

Posted by Jackie Colson-Miller   |   Click Here To Comment »   |   06.24.2008

What Is THE Most Important Thing To Have During Hurricane Season? Tampa Real Estate Market News

Filed under: Buying a House in Tampa, Clearwater Beach Real Estate, Davis Islands Real Estate, Flood Insurance, Flood Zones in Tampa, Florida Real Estate, Hurricane Preparedness, Tampa MLS Listings, Tampa Neighborhoods, Tampa Real Estate, Tampa Real Estate Agent, Waterfront Homes in Tampa

Hurricane Season opens this week and Tampa homeowners will begin the annual purchase of flashlights, batteries, canned goods, duct tape and bottled water. Hopefully, we wont need to use ANY of them and we will escape another Hurricane Season unscathed! So, you have your hurricane box stashed in the garage and you THINK you are ready??

Think againthe single, most important thing, that every homeowner should have is a Home Inventoryan itemized list of everything (and its value) in your home!

You can read my thoughts on Hurricane Readiness in some of my earlier articles:

Why You Need a Home Inventory

What is Storm Surge and How Will it Affect My Home in Tampa?

Do I Need Flood Insurance?

Moving to Tampa? Do you have questions about Storms, or Insurance? What neighborhoods are safest in a storm? Where are the best School Districts? Send me an email!

Posted by Jackie Colson-Miller   |   1 Comment »   |   06.01.2008

Why You Won’t Find Neighborhood Sales Statistics for Tampa on The Real Estate Sizzle

Filed under: Clearwater Beach Real Estate, Davis Islands Real Estate, Florida Beachfront property, Historic Tampa, Hyde Park Real Estate, Relocation, Sellers, South Tampa, Tampa Neighborhoods, Tampa Real Estate, Tampa Real Estate Market

If you are moving to Tampa, or any one of the many suburbs in the Tampa Bay area, you should know that each area, and each neighborhood, is very unique. From the historic bungalows in Hyde Park to the new construction in Odessa, or New Tampa, Prices and the number of days on the market vary drastically from one area to the next. Each area, and each Tampa neighborhood, has a unique personality, and unique sales statistics.

H-gJust within the South Tampa area, there are more than 20 different neighborhoods, with unique sales statistics. In Hillsborough County, there are well over 100 different areas and many more subdivisions.

The media loves to report Tampa Housing Market Statistics, but they are not real numbers, in terms of specific neighborhoods.

For instance, the South Shore area, which includes Riverview, Apollo Beach and Ruskin, has close to five years of inventory available, while some neighborhoods in South Tampa have less than 6 months of inventory.

If you are considering a move to Tampa, or thinking of selling your home in Tampa, you need to look for sales statistics for the specific neighborhoods that interest you.

So, if you need information about any area in Tampa, Hillsborough County, Clearwater Beach, or St. Pete Beach, just contact meyou will get the latest listings AND sales information for specific zip codes, or neighborhoods.

Posted by Jackie Colson-Miller   |   2 Comments »   |   03.24.2008

The Best Places to Eat In Clearwater Beach

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