Thursday, October 21, 2010
Tuesday, October 12, 2010
A great deal you need to know about in Bradenton, FL! 250k = NEW, 3/2/pool/spa/lake/loaded/golf included
IF you are looking for a great value in a new home in the Sarasota and Bradenton Area then this is one to consider. The builder is down to their last 6 homes so they are dealing pretty hard. This is the time to get a great bargain.
Call me today to get more info, I'd be glad to get a video for you too. I don't think that this one will last. 250,000 with full golf in a new, gated home with a killer lake view, spa, pool, granite, crown moldings, tile roof, paver driveway. This one's special!!
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Wednesday, October 06, 2010
siesta key condo or home- none finer than horizons west in sarasota
Siesta Key beach home condo at Horizons West
LOCATION-PRICE-CHARM…Move in Ready! Siesta Key Villa. 2 bedroom 1.5 bath with a fresh open feeling inside & shady yard outside. Your opportunity to live the “island” lifestyle. The white sands of a private Siesta Key Beach right out your front door. Gulf side with 2 community pools, sauna and spa available. Walk to Siesta Village for great shopping and dining. Bike to the famous Public Siesta Key White Sand Beach for vollyball, drum circles and community activities and discover why this is one of the best beaches in the world! The private section of beach for this home is equipped with beach chairs and lounges for sunbathing; beach cabanas are available also, or you can relax in the Jacuzzi. It’s all about LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION! This home has never been rented, however, there is a rental program available for you with Horizon West! MLS number M5816508
6145 Midnight Pass Rd # E-8, Sarasota, FL 34242 (MLS # M5816508)
(all data current as of 10/6/2010)
| Price | $399,000 |
|---|---|
| Beds | 2 |
| Baths | 2 full baths |
| Home size | 1,068 sq ft |
| Lot Size | n/a |
| Days on Market | 9 |
LOCATION-PRICE-CHARM...Move in Ready! Siesta Key Villa. 2 bedroom 1.5 bath with a fresh open feeling inside & shady yard outside. Your opportunity to live the "island" lifestyle. The white sands of a private Siesta Key Beach right out your front door. Gulf side with 2 community pools, sauna and spa available. Walk to Siesta Village for great shopping and dining. Bike to the famous Public Siesta Key White Sand Beach for vollyball, drum circles and community activities and discover why this is one of the best beaches in the world! The private section of beach for this home is equipped with beach chairs and lounges for sunbathing; beach cabanas are available also, or you can relax in the Jacuzzi. It's all about LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION! This home has never been rented, however, there is a rental program available for you with Horizon West!
| Last Updated | 10/6/2010 | Tract | Horizons West Bay Side |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 1968 | Community | n/a |
| Garage Spaces | n/a | County | Sarasota |
| Total Parking | 1 | Walk Score ® | 34  |
Additional Details
| Taxes | 3617 | Kitchen (Approx.) | 10x12 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Master Bedroom (Approx.) | 12x12 |
Features
| Additional Parcel Y/N | No |
|---|---|
| Air Conditioning | Central |
| Appliances Included | Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Range, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Washer |
| Architectural Style | Villa |
| Area (Range) | Sarasota/Crescent Beach/Siesta Key |
| CDD Y/N | No |
| Community Features | Community Heated Pool, Community Pool, Deed Restrictions, Dock, Fees Required, Fishing Pier, Fitness, Recreation Building, Security |
| Exterior Construction | Block, Brick |
| Exterior Features | Mature Landscaping, Oak Trees, Outdoor Grill, Outdoor Lights |
| Fireplace Y/N | No |
| Floor Covering | Carpet, Ceramic Tile |
| Foundation | Slab |
| Garage Features | Side Rear Entry |
| Garage/Carport | 1 Car Carport |
| Heating & Fuel | Fuel - Gas Natural |
| HOA/Comm Assn | None |
| Homestead Y/N | No |
| Interior Features | Ceiling Fan(s), Washer/Dryer Hookup |
| Interior Layout | Living Room/Great Room |
| Listing Type | Exclusive Right to Sell |
| Location | In County |
| LSC List Side | Manatee |
| Maintenance Includes | Building Exterior, Ground Maintenance, Trash Removal |
| MLS Area - Zip | Sarasota/Crescent Beach/Siesta Key |
| New Construction | No |
| Originating Board ID | Manatee |
| Pool (Home) Y/N | Yes |
| Pool Type | Heated Pool, In Ground, Spa |
| Property Description | One Story |
| Property Style | Villa |
| Property Type | Residential |
| Realtor Info | Condominium Documents Avail, No Sign |
| Record Delete Flag | No |
| Roof | Built Up |
| Special Listing Type | Not Applicable |
| Special Sale Provision | None of the Above |
| Square Foot Source | Public Records |
| Status | Active |
| SW Subdv Community Name | Pointe On Midnight Pass |
| Total Acreage | 889 Sq. Ft., Up to 10 |
| Utilities Data | City Water, Electric |
| Water Access | Beach - Private, Gulf/Ocean |
| Water Access Y/N | Yes |
| Water Frontage | Beach - Private, Gulf/Ocean |
| Water Frontage Y/N | Yes |
| Water View Y/N | No |
Location
Listing information deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Read full disclaimer.
Listed with COLDWELL BANKER RESIDENTIAL RE
(view all details for MLS # M5816508)
If you have been considering a condo on the beach of siesta key, here in sarasota, fl. This is the condo you have to check out. Especially if you want a place that has no hassles, remodeled, and priced right. Horizon west is a quiet residential feeling street where you can get a siesta key condo that feels like a home. If you wanted a siesta key single family home then maybe take a look at this siesta key villa. You can walk right to the white sands of siesta key beach. Jump into one of the two pools, or relax in the spa. Then return to your own private oasis in this beautiful siesta key condo, or is it a house? It’s Both.
Siesta Key real estate has hit an all time low due to the waves of foreclosures, and short sales. This Sarasota condo is neither. Iis being sold turn-key furnished, and there is a great rental program onsite. If you were considering an investment home or condo on siesta key then this condo should be considered over any of the short sales and foreclosures that you have seen. You can close on this condo, and have it added to the rental program and start making income today with great siesta key investment condo. The rental program is active, and they have openings for another unit.
One of the coolest parts of living in The Horizon west condos is the day use docks that are just down at the end of the street. Here you can dock your boat for the day, so after that long day of great fishing, you can return to your condo and then cool off in the pool or the gulf of mexico.
Address: 6145 Midnight Pass Road
City: Sarasota
State: FL
ZIP:
pool (y/n): yes
Square Feet: 1068
Bedrooms: 2
Bathrooms: 2
type of sale: normal
Joseph C. Murphy, Broker-Associate, BS, Previews Certified
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Tuesday, October 05, 2010
wells fargo announces "NO MORE SHORT SALE EXTENSIONS!"
I think that it is a mistake for Wells Fargo to issue such a strict rule when they don't typically adhere to there own time lines that they give out.
To Wells Fargo credit, they have been getting faster at their turn around time. And most agents would agree they are much better to deal with then Bank of America's equator system. Bank of America could take some lessons from the way Wells Fargo now operates.
Joseph C. Murphy, Broker-Associate, BS, Previews Certified
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Tuesday, September 21, 2010
bank of america and wells fargo finally agreed today! Another short sale successfully closed in Bradenton
It is always a good day when we close a successful short sale transaction. This one in Heritage Harbour in east bradenton, was a wells fargo first mortgage and a second mortgage with Bank of America.
What was unique about this deal was how challenging the two lenders were to get to an agreement. The time frame for approval from contract date to bank approval was 93 days. Pretty typical time frame for a short sale with Wells Fargo.
What was illogical to me was wells fargo not cooperating with the second position lender (bank of america) to work out a solution for settlement. Getting these two banks to agree took a few weeks. In the end the second lender agreed to the terms of the first.
Wells Fargo only took a loss of 10% of the mortgage amount, yet they challenged the second lenders approval payoff who took a loss of over 90%
Here is a typical time-line. Offer is submitted to both lenders bank of america and wells fargo. Bank of America was first to conditionally approve the sale, with a demand for a settlement of X. Meanwhile, Wells Fargo approves the deal, subject to bank of america accepting a 3,000 dollar payoff.
3,000 dollars was a fraction of the balance of the bank of america loan. So then the process of getting these two lenders to come to a compromise. Wells Fargo was unreasonable to the second lender to bank of america. And Bank of America was crazy to think that wells fargo, would allow for a larger than typical payoff.
Perhaps it was the Bank of America's first short sale negotiation. LOL!
The end justify the means, and in this case, my seller was able to avoid a foreclosure and sell his home. The buyer got a great deal on a great short sale in bradenton.
My suggestion for anyone considering short selling their home in Bradenton or Sarasota is to make sure you have patience, a great real estate agent, and a dedicated attorney all working together to get the sale approved, and closed.
When you need the help of a FULL-TIME, Top-Producing, agent in Manatee County please now I am here to help.
Call/Text/email me anytime. I am an experienced agent that can deal with short sales, bank owned homes, vacation homes, and everything in between.
Joe Murphy, Broker-Associate
Coldwell Banker Residential Real Estate
941-780-3260 cell
941-840-0150 office
www.manateemoves.com
Joseph C. Murphy, Broker-Associate, BS, Previews Certified
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Monday, September 20, 2010
Sarasota Condo in the Villagio Complex ground level lake view
1050 Villiago Circle Unit 106 Sarasota, FL 34237 MLS # A3932182 This is a very nice condition short sale in the Viliago Condos near Tuttle and Fruitville. The Villiago condos are a grated community with a superb location for those seeking a central sarasota address. If you are looking for a condo in the downtown sarasota area for less than a 1/3 of the cost new, Then you have to come and see this one. The owners have kept the unit well maintained, and have upgraded the kitchen, and the baths with nice granite counter tops. The living area feature a neutral tile, and there is a nice lake view off the front porch area. If you are looking for a great buy condo in sarasota then call Joe Murphy today to see this great sarasota condo in the villiago complex. 941-780-3260. Complete details can be found on the web site www.manateemoves.com <div style="width:800px;height:600px;padding:0px;"></div> When you need the help of a FULL-TIME, Top-Producing, agent in Manatee County please now I am here to help. Call/Text/email me anytime. I am an experienced agent that can deal with short sales, bank owned homes, vacation homes, and everything in between. Joe Murphy, Broker-Associate Coldwell Banker Residential Real Estate 941-780-3260 cell 941-840-0150 office
Posted via email from Joe Murphy Knows Real Estate in Bradenton
Sarasota Condo in the Villagio Complex ground level lake view
1050 Villiago Circle Unit 106 Sarasota, FL 34237
MLS # A3932182
This is a very nice condition short sale in the Viliago Condos near Tuttle and Fruitville. The Villiago condos are a grated community with a superb location for those seeking a central sarasota address. If you are looking for a condo in the downtown sarasota area for less than a 1/3 of the cost new, Then you have to come and see this one.
The owners have kept the unit well maintained, and have upgraded the kitchen, and the baths with nice granite counter tops. The living area feature a neutral tile, and there is a nice lake view off the front porch area.
If you are looking for a great buy condo in sarasota then call Joe Murphy today to see this great sarasota condo in the villiago complex. 941-780-3260.
Complete details can be found on the web site www.manateemoves.com
When you need the help of a FULL-TIME, Top-Producing, agent in Manatee County please now I am here to help.
Call/Text/email me anytime. I am an experienced agent that can deal with short sales, bank owned homes, vacation homes, and everything in between.
Joe Murphy, Broker-Associate
Coldwell Banker Residential Real Estate
941-780-3260 cell
941-840-0150 office
Posted via email from Joe Murphy Knows Real Estate in Bradenton
Sarasota Condo ground level built in 2002 nice lake view $81,500
1050 Villiago Circle Unit 106 Sarasota, FL 34237
MLS # A3932182
Short Sale
This is a very nice condition short sale in the Viliago Condos near Tuttle and Fruitville. The Villiago condos are a grated community with a superb location for those seeking a central sarasota address. If you are looking for a condo in the downtown sarasota area for less than a 1/3 of the cost new, Then you have to come and see this one.
The owners have kept the unit well maintained, and have upgraded the kitchen, and the baths with nice granite counter tops. The living area feature a neutral tile, and there is a nice lake view off the front porch area.
If you are looking for a great buy condo in sarasota then call Joe Murphy today to see this great sarasota condo in the villiago complex. 941-780-3260.
Complete details can be found on the web site www.manateemoves.com mls # A3932182
When you need the help of a FULL-TIME, Top-Producing, agent in Manatee County please now I am here to help.
Call/Text/email me anytime. I am an experienced agent that can deal with short sales, bank owned homes, vacation homes, and everything in between.
Joe Murphy, Broker-Associate
Coldwell Banker Residential Real Estate
941-780-3260 cell
941-840-0150 office
Posted via email from Joe Murphy Knows Real Estate in Bradenton
Friday, September 17, 2010
Market update report for Manatee County Florida August 2009
Sales have been picking up in bradenton, fl. Manatee county real estate sales in August were up compared to July. Interesting since this is supposed to be the slowest time of the year!
Inventory is staying pretty level with 4800 homes and condos for sale in Manatee county.
Pending sales have spiked 27% from July! I can attest to the increase in activity with mulitple offers common.
This past week I sold two homes for above the listing price.
When you need the help of a FULL-TIME, Top-Producing, agent in Manatee County please now I am here to help.
Call/Text/email me anytime. I am an experienced agent that can deal with short sales, bank owned homes, vacation homes, and everything in between.
Joe Murphy, Broker-Associate
Coldwell Banker Residential Real Estate
941-780-3260 cell
941-840-0150 office
Posted via email from Joe Murphy Knows Real Estate in Bradenton
Thursday, September 16, 2010
I withdrew a short sale listing today. I couldn't be happier!
I listed a home this past week in Bradenton, and really she didn't want to sell it. Those are the toughest appointments. It's one thing when the seller wants to move, or has too. But when a seller really loves their home having to put them on the market is not pleasant. In Bradenton and Sarasota foreclosures and short sales are now accounting for more than 60% of the transactions. If we can lower the amount of people having to list that would rather stay it will help stabilize the market's downward path.
After seeing her situation a loan modification really made a lot more sense for her. She was previously denied, but I encouraged her to "try one more time". Since the new HAFA and HAMP program. I thought it was worth a shot. She had two liens, and had been denied on two prior attempts due to insufficient income to qualify. Well, my answer was to try again based on what her income really is, and with a clearly stated hardship try again.
To her, and her attorney's surprise, they approved a loan modification that put the arrears at the end of the loan, lowered her interest rates to 2% interest only, and 4.5% fixed thereafter. WOW!
I am glad that this one fell through, for her sake. Her payment is now lower than what she would have spent to rent an inferior home. The neighbors are happy since this means one less short sale or foreclosure pulling down property values in her Bradenton, fl home.
If you are facing financial hardship, and you want to keep your home my advice is you fight for it. Right now in Sarasota and Bradenton there are over 26,000 homes in some stage of foreclosure. If you want to get a loan modification keep at it. Common sense says that banks like chase get a benefit from doing a loan modification versus a foreclosure and even a short sale. Sometimes we all jut need a little confidence
Here is her note that she left on my facebook.
"Joe Murphy was recommended to us by a friend. After meeting with Joe we where impressed by his knowledge, honesty, straightforwardness, and his willingness to discuss all our options. Joe brought to our attention all the money, time, and hard work we had put into making this house our home. Joe Murphy is the man who gave us the knowledge and courage to fight for what we had worked so hard for. Had it not been for Joe giving us the confidence to do what was needed to save our home and financial future we would be renters with a scarred credit record that would follow us for years to come. Joe Murphy is not just a Realtor, he is a good man and friend who helped us make a good financial decision and for that we will be forever grateful. If you are looking for someone who is not just a Realtor but is a family man with a conscious then Joe Murphy is your man, he is ours and will be for years to come. Thank you Joe!"
If you need help with a short sale or loan modification here in Sarasota or Bradenton please feel free to give me a call. Joe Murphy, Realtor, Coldwell Banker Residential. Short Sale expert for Sarasota and Bradenton.
941-780-3260
When you need the help of a FULL-TIME, Top-Producing, agent in Manatee County please now I am here to help.
Call/Text/email me anytime. I am an experienced agent that can deal with short sales, bank owned homes, vacation homes, and everything in between.
Joe Murphy, Broker-Associate
Coldwell Banker Residential Real Estate
941-780-3260 cell
941-840-0150 office
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Wednesday, September 15, 2010
sometimes we all need to gain some perspective when we get overwhelmed
Check out this interesting power point presentation. I was sent this by my mother. Mom always knows best! It Astonomy 101. Amazing pictures of outer space as seen from the Hubble telescope. I love anything to do with space. Let me know what you think.
When you get a perspective of how big the universe is the day to day problems that we have that seem insurmountable become a little trivial..
I think that we all need to step back from the stressful world we live in and take stock in what really matters.
This slide show did that for me. Perhaps it will help you reduce your stress, and gain valuable perspective on your life.
When you need the help of a FULL-TIME, Top-Producing, agent in Manatee County please now I am here to help.
Call/Text/email me anytime. I am an experienced agent that can deal with short sales, bank owned homes, vacation homes, and everything in between.
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Monday, September 13, 2010
panther ridge 5 acres 3 bedroom pool home perfect condition
M5816134
Just listed in the Panther Ridge area of East Bradenton this is a updated, and immaculate home sitting on a well maintained 5 acre parcel. The 5 acres of land is mostly fenced, and features a nice stocked pond. Well drained, and with almost all thhe property usable, this would make an ideal site for someone that is ready to play farmville in real life!
The home was built in 1997 by the custom, local builder, Mark Cahill. It is a Ranch layout, with 3 large bedrooms, a den, formal dining room, living room, and large family room off the kitchen. The home has had many updates and upgrades including a new A/C system, granite counter tops and updated appliances.
The family room has a nice wood buring fireplace.
You will enjoy relaxing by the pool while the outdoor kitchen will inspire that inner grill master. M5816134 is the MLS number for this great Lakewood Ranch area home with no restrictions, and no HOA fees.
5902 225th st is also not a short sale. Realistic sellers have priced this home to sell, and are motivated. No long waiting periods waiting for a bank response.
If you are looking for a east county home with the location near Lakewood Ranch, but with no deed restirictions then this is a must see bradenton acreage home.
For even more details and info please check out my web site www.manateemoves.com to see the virtual tour, high definition video, and over 50 photos.
If you are looing for a realtor iin bradenton and sarasota make sure to talk with Joe Murphy. A leading real estate agent in sarasota and bradenton.
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When you need the help of a FULL-TIME, Top-Producing, agent in Manatee County please now I am here to help.
Call/Text/email me anytime. I am an experienced agent that can deal with short sales, bank owned homes, vacation homes, and everything in between.
Joe Murphy, Broker-Associate
Coldwell Banker Residential Real Estate
941-780-3260 cell
941-840-0150 office
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Monday, September 06, 2010
Lakewood Ranch 4 bedroom pool home with a lake view- former model home.
Lakewood Ranch lake view pool home with 4 bedrooms, 3 full baths, and a pool and southern lake view that can't be beat. MLS #M5815919 Priced realistically too the market at 375,000. This is not a short sale or foreclosure home. I dare you to find a home in better condition in this price range and in Lakewood Ranch.
The pool has an infinity edge, so it blends in with the water view. Plenty of sun all year on the screened lanai with plenty of deck space to enjoy the sun and the pool.
Granite counter tops in the bright kitchen. Formal living and dining rooms.Mature landscape, Infinity pool with lighting. Exquisite window treatments in all rooms are included. Designer furnishings may be purchased separately. New A/C installed late '09 - 5 yr warranty, solar panels.
When you need the help of a FULL-TIME, Top-Producing, agent in Manatee County please now I am here to help.
Call/Text/email me anytime. I am an experienced Real Estate agent in Sarasota and Bradenton that can deal with short sales, bank owned homes, vacation homes, and everything in between.
Joe Murphy, Broker-Associate
Coldwell Banker Residential Real Estate
941-780-3260 cell
941-840-0150 office
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Wednesday, September 01, 2010
palmetto short sale 4 bedroom pool home 3 car garage
Thanks,
Joseph C Murphy, P.A.Broker Associate with Coldwell Banker Residential Real Estate
Awarded Five Star Agent for 2004-2009
Member of the Top 100 CB agents for Florida 5 years
941-780-3260 cell/text
www.manateemoves.com
joe@manateemoves.com
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