Sunbelts are top online searches for homes


According to the Realtor Magazine, buyers are looking for homes online mainly in the sunbelt areas. According to Trulia, Florida and California are the leaders. Read more here

 

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Home Buyers, Home Sellers, real estate information, real estate news | December 2nd, 2011


Rent versus Own


The Wall Street Journal is making a good case in rent vs own. In many states, it is now cheaper to own than to rent. Read the entire article here.

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First-time Homebuyer, Home Buyers, Real Estate | November 29th, 2011


Freddie Mac offers to pay up to 3% of buyers closing costs…..


Homesteps (Freddie Mac Real Estates Sales Unit) also offers a 2 year home warranty, 30% off the purchase of new appliances and will pay realtors in 28 states $1,000 Bonus……as long as the offer is received between 11/15/2011 and 01/31/2012, and it has to be closed on or before 3/15/2012. Read the entire article

Art & Brigitte Shultz
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Appliances, Buyers, distressed, Foreclosure, Home Buyers, Real Estate | November 16th, 2011


OCALA/MARION COUNTY MARKET UPDATE FOR SEPTEMBER 2010.

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According to OMCAR (Ocala Marion County Board of Realtors) from the end of August of 2009 to September  30th, 2010 the average sales price for residential homes fell from $119,921 to $91,722 for a decrease of 24%.  The average list price fell from $128,521 to 97,415  or a decline of 24% for the same 12 months period.  The average price per square foot of living area for residential homes fell from $71 a year ago to $57 by the end of September, 2010, for a decrease of 20%.  The median sales price fell from $103,500 to 76,700 for the same 1 year period for a decline of 26%.

Our MLS has 5354 active residential listings as of September 30th, 2010, which shows that inventory is down since the end of  August, 2010. This is mostly due to several Banks putting a temporary hold on Foreclosures.  244 residential homes sold through the Ocala Marion County MLS in September, 2010, this is a slight decrease of  6% from a year ago. The absorption rate (how many months it would take to sell the inventory at present market levels) fell from 17.7 months a year ago to 17.1 months in September of 2010.

The Ocala/Marion County Real Estate Market will continue to absorb the many foreclosures and short sales. Sales volumes are down, and sales prices are down approximately 25% down from a year ago. With interest rates dropping to new historic lows,  we hope to see inventory continue to move at these low levels. If you are a buyer, this is a great opportunity to buy a personal home or accumulate investment properties.

Want to get in on the great opportunities this buyer’s market has to offer?  Check out our article on Tips For Buying Distressed Properties for great comprehensive information on what to look for when buying a foreclosed or short sale home. Short sales are closing at a faster rate than a year ago. Sellers, if you are struggling financially and having trouble making your mortgage payments, we might be able to help.

Are you facing foreclosure and need to sell your home as a short sale(selling the property for less than what the current mortgage amount is)?  The Shultz Team are experienced Short Sale Specialists and are more than happy to assist you in selling your property under stressful circumstances. With an aggressive marketing plan, great communication, we are ready to help save your home and credit from foreclosure.  Feel free to contact Art & Brigitte Shultz to discuss your situation and start a plan to save your credit TODAY – the clock is ticking and the sooner we are able to assist you, the more likely we will have a successful closing.

For more detailed statistics or a free market analysis, please call or e-mail us.
Info@TheShultzTeam.com or call us direct at 352-291-1276

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    Market Update | October 22nd, 2010


    OCALA/MARION COUNTY MARKET UPDATE FOR JULY 2010

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    According to OMCAR (Ocala Marion County Board of Realtors) from the end of July of 2009 to  May 31, 2010 the average sales price for residential homes fell from $119,385 to $107,416 for a decrease of 10%.  The average list price fell from $128,535 to 114,313  or a decline of 11% for the same 12 months period.  The average price per square foot of living area for residential homes fell from $72 a year ago to $64 by the end of July, 2010, for a decrease of 11%.  The median sales price fell from $105,000 to 80,000 for the same 1 year period for a decline of 24%.

    Our MLS has 5458 active residential listings as of Aug 30th, 2010, which shows that inventory is up slightly since the end of July, 2010. 261 residential homes sold through the Ocala Marion County MLS in July, 2010, this is a slight increase of  2% from a year ago. The absorption rate (how many months it would take to sell the inventory at present market levels) fell from 18.1 months a year ago to 16.4 months in July of 2010.


    The Ocala/Marion County Real Estate Market will continue to absorb the many foreclosures and short sales. Sales volumes are steady, but sales prices are approximately 10% down from a year ago. With interest rates holding at historic lows,  we expect to see inventory continue to move at these low levels. If you are a buyer, this is a great opportunity to buy a personal home or accumulate investment properties.

    Want to get in on the great opportunities this buyer’s market has to offer?  Check out our article on Tips For Buying Distressed Properties for great comprehensive information on what to look for when buying a foreclosed or short sale home. Short sales are closing at a faster rate than a year ago. Sellers, if you are having trouble making your mortgage payments, we might be able to help.

    Are you facing foreclosure and need to sell your home as a short sale(selling the property for less than what the current mortgage amount is)?  The Shultz Team are experienced Short Sale Specialists and are more than happy to assist you in selling your property under stressful circumstances. With an aggressive marketing plan, great communication, we are ready to help save your home and credit from foreclosure.  Feel free to contact Art & Brigitte Shultz to discuss your situation and start a plan to save your credit TODAY – the clock is ticking and the sooner we are able to assist you, the more likely we will have a successful closing.

    For more detailed statistics or a free market analysis, please call or e-mail us.
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    Market Update | August 30th, 2010


    OCALA/MARION COUNTY MARKET UPDATE FOR JUNE 2010

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    According to OMCAR (Ocala Marion County Board of Realtors) from the end of June of 2009 to  May 31, 2010 the average sales price for residential homes fell from $115,947 to $112,317 for a decrease of 3%, however. The average list price fell from $124,852 to 120,705  or a decline of 3% for the same 12 months period.  The average price per square foot of living area for residential homes fell from $70 a year ago to $66 by the end of June, 2010, for a decrease of 5%.  The median sales price fell from $105,000 to 87,500 for the same 1 year period for a decline of 17%.

    Our MLS has 5367 active residential listings as of July 28th, 2010, which shows that inventory is up slightly since the end of June, 2010. 299 residential homes sold through the Ocala Marion County MLS in March, 2010, this is a slight decrease of  1% from a year ago. The absorption rate (how many months it would take to sell the inventory at present market levels) fell from 15.3 months a year ago to 14.1 months in June of 2010.


    The Ocala/Marion County Real Estate Market will continue to absorb the many foreclosures and short sales. Sales volumes are steady, but prices are approximately 3% down from a year ago. With interest rates still dipping lower and we expect to see inventory continue to move at these low levels.

    Want to get in on the great opportunities this buyer’s market has to offer?  Check out our article on Tips For Buying Distressed Properties for great comprehensive information on what to look for when buying a foreclosed or short sale home.

    Are you facing foreclosure and need to sell your home as a short sale(selling the property for less than what the current mortgage amount is)?  The Shultz Team are experienced Short Sale Specialists and are more than happy to assist you in selling your property under stressful circumstances. With an aggressive marketing plan, great communication, we are ready to help save your home and credit from foreclosure.  Feel free to contact Art & Brigitte Shultz to discuss your situation and start a plan to save your credit TODAY – the clock is ticking and the sooner we are able to assist you, the more likely we will have a successful closing.

    For more detailed statistics or a free market analysis, please call or e-mail us.
    Info@TheShultzTeam.com or call us direct at 352-291-1276

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    Market Update, Market Updates | July 29th, 2010


    12 Tips to Make Your Move Simple and Stress-Free

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    I just read this article in RisMedia and wanted to share it with you.  Here is the full article

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    Home Sellers, Homeowner Tips | July 16th, 2010


    OCALA MARION COUNTY MARKET UPDATE FOR MAY 2010.

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    According to OMCAR (Ocala Marion County Board of Realtors) from the end of May of 2009 to  May 31, 2010 the average sales price for residential homes fell from $122,737 to $114,795 for a decrease of 6%, however, the average sales price increased by 1% from April 2010. The average list price fell from $133,110 to122,554  or a decline of 8% for the same 12 months period.  The average price per square foot of living area for residential homes fell from $74 a year ago to $68 by the end of May, 2010, for a decrease of 8%.  The median sales price fell from $105,000 to 92,500 for the same 1 year period for a decline of 12%.

    Our MLS has 5330 active residential listings as of June 18th, 2010, which shows that inventory is up slightly since the end of March, 2010. 304 residential homes sold through the Ocala Marion County MLS in March, 2010, this is an increase of  6% from a year ago. The absorption rate (how many months it would take to sell the inventory at present market levels) fell from 20.2 months a year ago to 13.4 months in May of 2010.


    The Ocala/Marion County Real Estate Market will continue to absorb the many foreclosures and short sales. Sales volumes are up, but prices are approximately 6% down from a year ago. With interest rates still dipping lower and we expect to see inventory continue to move at these low levels.

    Want to get in on the great opportunities this buyer’s market has to offer?  Check out our article on Tips For Buying Distressed Properties for great comprehensive information on what to look for when buying a foreclosed or short sale home.

    Are you facing foreclosure and need to sell your home as a short sale(selling the property for less than what the current mortgage amount is)?  The Shultz Team are experienced Short Sale Specialists and are more than happy to assist you in selling your property under stressful circumstances. With an aggressive marketing plan, great communication, we are ready to help save your home and credit from foreclosure.  Feel free to contact Art & Brigitte Shultz to discuss your situation and start a plan to save your credit TODAY – the clock is ticking and the sooner we are able to assist you, the more likely we will have a successful closing.

    For more detailed statistics or a free market analysis, please call or e-mail us.
    Info@TheShultzTeam.com or call us direct at 352-291-1276

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    Market Update | June 18th, 2010


    SENATE APPROVES TAX CREDIT CLOSING EXTENSION

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    The Senate voted on Wednesday to approve the home buyer tax credit closing deadline to September 30th, 2010. This will give approximately 180,000 buyers who were under contract by April 30th, 2010 the extra time to close their transaction. This bill must still be approved by the House.

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    distressed | June 17th, 2010


    OCALA MARION COUNTY MARKET UPDATE FOR MARCH 2010

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    According to OMCAR (Ocala Marion County Board of Realtors) from the end of March of 2009 to March 31, 2010 the average sales price for residential homes fell from $117,352 to $106,862 for a decrease of 9%.  The average list price fell from $126,674 to 114,741 or a decline of 9% for the same 12 months period.  The average price per square foot of living area for residential homes fell from 72 a year ago to $66 by the end of March, 2010, for a decrease of 8%.  The median sales price fell from $101,050 to 90,000 for the same 1 year period for a decline of 11%.

    Our MLS has 5136 active residential listings as of May 2nd, 2010, which shows that inventory has declined about 6% since the end of 2009. 306 residential homes sold through the Ocala Marion County MLS in March, 2010, this is an increase of 39% from a year ago. The absorption rate (how many months it would take to sell the inventory at present market levels) fell from 25.0 months a year ago to 14.1 months in March of 2010.


    The Ocala/Marion County Real Estate Market will continue to absorb the many foreclosures and short sales. Sales volumes are up, but prices are approximately 9% down from a year ago. With interest rates still at an all time low and we expect to see inventory continue to move at these low levels.

    Want to get in on the great opportunities this buyer’s market has to offer?  Check out our article on Tips For Buying Distressed Properties for great comprehensive information on what to look for when buying a foreclosed or short sale home.

    Are you facing foreclosure and need to sell your home as a short sale(selling the property for less than what the current mortgage amount is)?  The Shultz Team are experienced Short Sale Specialists and are more than happy to assist you in selling your property under stressful circumstances. With an aggressive marketing plan, great communication and fully staffed office, we are ready to help save your home and credit from foreclosure.  Feel free to contact Art & Brigitte Shultz to discuss your situation and start a plan to save your credit TODAY – the clock is ticking and sooner we are able to assist you, the more likely we are to have a successful closing.

    For more detailed statistics or a free market analysis, please call or e-mail us.
    Info@TheShultzTeam.com or call us direct at 352-291-1276

    Art & Brigitte Shultz
    The Shultz Team

    #1 Team at Re/Max Premier Realty
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    Market Updates | May 2nd, 2010