HAVE WE HIT BOTTOM YET?

April 26th, 2012 shultz Posted in Interest Rates, Market Update, Real Estate, real estate news, Recovery No Comments »

According to many experts, the real estate market is showing very positive signs of finally stabilizing and turning around. The local real estate market here in Ocala/Marion County is showing a very strong improvement over last year, and is promising to be the strongest we have seen in years. Not all markets will improve at the same rate, but I definitely am excited and feel very strongly that the worst is behind us.

Why am so positive? The consumer confidence is finally up again, and to me that is a big sign that the housing recovery is on it’s way. The inventory is at a 6 year low, interest rates are still at historic lows, and the demand is ever increasing, despite the warnings that another foreclosure wave is coming.

So, buyers, it is time to jump off the fence and buy a home, before the interest rates and the prices will increase, and I guarantee you that both will happen.

Want to sell your home, need to buy one now, call the Shultz Team!

Brigitte Shultz
The Shultz Team
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Ocala, Florida
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OCALA/MARION COUNTY MARKET UPDATE FOR SEPTEMBER 2010.

October 22nd, 2010 shultz Posted in Market Update Comments Off

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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    OCALA/MARION COUNTY MARKET UPDATE FOR JULY 2010

    August 30th, 2010 shultz Posted in Market Update Comments Off

    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.
    Info@TheShultzTeam.com or call us direct at 352-291-1276

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    OCALA/MARION COUNTY MARKET UPDATE FOR JUNE 2010

    July 29th, 2010 shultz Posted in Market Update, Market Updates Comments Off

    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

    Art & Brigitte Shultz
    The Shultz Team

    #1 Team at Re/Max Premier Realty
    Ocala, FL
    Toll Free: 800-243-4087
    Direct: 352-291-1276
    Info@OcalaVisualTours.com
    www.OcalaVisualTours.com

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    OCALA MARION COUNTY MARKET UPDATE FOR MAY 2010.

    June 18th, 2010 shultz Posted in Market Update Comments Off

    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

    Art & Brigitte Shultz
    The Shultz Team

    #1 Team at Re/Max Premier Realty
    Ocala, FL
    Toll Free: 800-243-4087
    Direct: 352-291-1276
    Info@OcalaVisualTours.com
    www.OcalaVisualTours.com

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