| | Hello! As predicted, spring is proving to be a time of growth for real estate. Pending home sales nationwide are strong this quarter. This follows an upswing from the first quarter of 2011, where resales were up 3% in the South and 2% in the West. The National Association of Realtors projects an 8% gain in existing home sales for 2011, with an annual total of 5.3 million units based on the following: - Housing is more affordable now. The Housing Affordability Index is at an all-time high.
- The national median home price in March was $159,900. This is essentially a return to 2002 price levels.
- Jobs are anticipated to rise by 1.8 million in 2011.
- The stock market has seen a $12 trillion gain in the past two years. This amounts to an increase of about $38,000 net worth per investor.
- Rental prices are on the rise.
Investors paying cash represented 35% of all existing home transactions in March. Foreigners are also taking advantage of the high valuation of their currency and see the U.S. real estate as a solid investment value. There is no time like the present. If you want to evaluate your real estate options, give me a call. |
|  26514 Copiapo Circle, Punta Gorda, FL 33983 - $144,900
Check out this home in Deep Creek, a lightly deed restricted community in Punta Gorda, FL. The SW coastal area offers loads of amenities including Charlotte Harbor and the Gulf plus much more. If you have not seen this area, you owe it to yourself! Located just north of Ft. Myers/Cape Coral and south of Sarasota, this area enjoys quick access to I 75 and all surrounding areas yet offers a nice community with some of Florida's best schools. The Deep Creek Golf & Country Club is open to the public and offers 18 holes for all skill levels. The home features a sparkling pool and rich hardwood-style floors in the living room and dining room areas along with the master suite. There's plenty of cabinet space in your newer kitchen with custom solid surface counter tops and loads of cabinets. This is a must see on a quiet street and features a huge lanai that surrounds the pool with an expansive green belt view for privacy. See it today. Call Bill or Terrie Hoyle at: 941-235-3528
According To Hoyle on the Web |  9172 Jernigan St, SW, Arcadia, FL 34269 - $439,900
Reduced $100K and will be reduced $10,000 each month!
Now here's a 10 acre retreat set in the country yet only minutes to shopping, Port Charlotte and Punta Gorda areas with abundant amenities. Take a look at this with equestrian possibilities, a 2 acre stocked pond and running brook year-round through the many fruit trees and palms. Truly a get-away, this adobe villa was meticulously designed and built with hurricane garded design on the roof and more. The main house features Spanish tile throughout with decorative porcelain sinks, cypress cabinets and woodwork throughout (Very Impressive Custom Built!) and a commercial kitchen with Vulcan six burner range. The guest house has quarters for 2 more bedrooms, one up and one down adjacent to the home and all overlook the lake/pond with rock formations. Take the winding road back through the Oaks, Palms and Fruit Trees to the home over the bridge and experience privacy with and herb garden and octagon shapped gazebo. Furniture and 60 inch commercial mower negotaiable. Call for more information regarding this very special home in SW Florida. Very unique. 941-235-3528 (Double Sided Fireplace Too!) | 12348 Minot Ave., South Gulf Cove Waterfront Lot, Port Charlotte, FL 33981-- $39,000
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Q: What’s hot in real estate today? A: It seems that buyers would rather buy a new or remodeled home than take on a fixer-upper. Brand new homes in established neighborhoods often sell for higher prices. In existing homes, newly remodeled kitchens and family rooms are high on everyone’s wish list. If you are selling, it’s important to have as many updated amenities as possible. The National Association of Home Builders’ Remodeling Market Index (RMI) rose to 46.5 in Q1 of 2011, compared to 41.5 in Q4 of 2010. This marks the highest level for the RMI since Q4 of 2006. Furthermore, construction of new homes increased by 1.4% in March. I can give you advice as to how to best improve your home. If you want to buy, let me show you the best properties in our area. Know that I am here to help. According to the National Burglar and Fire Alarm Association, summer is a peak time for burglars looking for empty homes. While you’re packing for your vacation, consider these tips to keep your home safe while you’re away. - Connect with trusted neighbors. Exchange phone numbers and give them a key. Ask them to keep an eye on your house and pick up flyers, newspapers or mail. If you’re gone for an extended period of time, ask a neighbor to move your car every week or so.
- Stop all deliveries. Go to the USPS website to put a hold on your mail. Even if you do stop your mail delivery, have someone check your mailbox just in case.
- Contact your alarm company and let them know the dates you’ll be out of town.
- Don’t announce your vacation online on sites like Facebook or Twitter. You never know who has access to this information. Also, don’t post pictures from your trip while you’re still on vacation.
- Turn down the volume on your answering machine or have calls forwarded.
- Trim shrubs and don’t hide a key. Burglars love places where they can hide, and they love finding keys in the usual places, such as under the door mat, rock or planter.
You’ll have a more peaceful and relaxing vacation knowing your home is in good shape while you’re gone. Happy traveling! This is the last piece in a series of articles on painting your home. Take it from the pros – that’s who I consulted when compiling the tips listed here. Take your time with prep - Experts suggest you spend most of your time doing prep-work and not painting. Spend the first day patching cracks, cleaning and scraping walls. Test loose paint - put some duct tape on the wall and pull it away. If flakes come off, you may need to scrape. Put blue masking tape around doors and windows. Remove light plate covers, fixtures and all hardware (knobs, plates, cabinet hinges, etc…). Skip the paint pan - Professionals don’t use them, why should you? Instead, buy a 5 gallon bucket and a paint grid. You'll probably never use a paint tray again after trying this method. It's less messy since the bucket holds an entire gallon of paint so you don't have to keep refilling. Plus, you can mix, tint or thin your paint right in the bucket. Put a few dollars into better equipment - Low-stick (blue) masking tape, better quality brushes and rollers (such as those made by Purdy) can make all the difference in the quality of the job. Canvas drops are inexpensive, absorb spills better than sheets or plastic, and are reusable. An extension pole will save you time and effort and give you better control than running up and down that ladder. Paint in the right order - Always paint in this order: ceiling, walls, trim, cabinets, then doors, always working from top to bottom. If you plan to take a day or more off from painting, you can always just put the brush and roller into the freezer. Thaw for an hour before you return to work. One final tip - make sure you have adequate ventilation. You want to take care of you as well as your paint job! We can e-mail you a list that fits your specific interests! Now is a Fabulous Time to Buy in Florida. Call us and we'll tell you why. SW Florida Real Estate Awesome Prices and Values! Snooze-You Lose! http://www.homespuntagorda.com Thanks for reading! The According To Hoyle Group You've got a life; We help you live it! 877-75HOYLE or 941-235-3528 info@accordingtohoyle.com Sun Realty | |