Is Sarasota Bayfront Living For You?

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Is Sarasota Bayfront living for you? Sarasota's bayfront offers beautiful views of the marina and is within walking distance to downtown with its restaurants and bars. Take a look at the video to see if this is the kind of view you have been dreaming about.

Imagine waking up to this beautiful view! Search the MLS for free here to find your downtown Sarasota condo and condos along the Sarasota bayfront. 

Contact your local specialists at the Sarasota Suncoast Team at Keller Williams Realty today at 941.894.4063 for a confidential consultation. We are here to help you buy a home in Sarasota. Our detailed neighborhood knowledge along with an abundance of Sarasota neighborhood info and market trends will make it easy for you to find and buy a home in Sarasota. Visit our website today at http://www.SarasotaSuncoastHomes.com for a wealth of free and informative information!

Is Sarasota Real Estate Part Of Your Financial Portfolio?

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There are a lot fewer homes in Sarasota for sale than in the past. Our inventory is down to 4-5 months where it was as high as 28 months in 2009. Does that mean it is time to buy and add a home in Sarasota to your financial portfolio? The Sarasota Suncoast Team believes the time to buy a home in Sarasota is now! Home prices are still low as are interest rates. Search the MLS here to see what is available!

The Sarasota Suncoast Team can also provide you with Sarasota market trends and neighborhood information. Call us today at 941.894.4063 or visit our website at http://www.SarasotaSuncoastHomes.com to get valuable information and look for yourself if it makes sense to add Sarasota Real Estate to your financial portfolio!

Sarasota Home Search And Market Trend Portal

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Sarasota's home inventory has dropped by 20% compared to October 2011! The inventory of available homes for sale in October 2012 is at only 4.4 months. To put this into perspective, in November 2008 there was a 24 months inventory on the market. What does that mean? The Sarasota real estate market is moving towards a seller's market and there is competition for available homes. We have seen the number of multiple offers increase since the number of available homes is decreasing. Are you looking to buy or sell a home in Sarasota? Call your Sarasota Suncoast Team today at 941.894.4063 for a confidential consultation. Let us help you navigate through the changing Sarasota real estate market! 

Are you interested in learning about the latest Sarasota market trends? Click here and simply enter the zip code you are interested in.

NOW is the TIME to BUY your dream home in Sarasota while home prices are still affordable and  interest rates remain low. Don't let this unbelievable opportunity pass you buy! Call your buying specialist at the Sarasota Suncoast Team at Keller Williams Realty today at 941.894.4063 or visit our website at http://www.SarasotaSuncoastHomes.com to find out how we can help you find your dream home!

Sarasota Property Sales Up By 24% In October Compared To 2011!

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Sarasota Property Sales Up By 24% In October Compared To 2011! Sales also increased by 10.9% compared to September 2012. So what are you waiting for? The Time To Buy Is Now! Are you wondering what is going on with the Sarasota Market Trends? Click here to customize your market insider and be up-to-date to what is going on in your neighborhood. 

Your personalized market insider allows you to research schools and gives valuable community information. You can even compare zip codes and see how your current neighborhood compares to your future neighborhood. We have a wealth of information waiting for you! Call your Sarasota Suncoast Team today to request access to this valuable tool. You can reach us at 941.894.4063 or visit our website directly at http://www.SarasotaSuncoastHomes.com

Your home buying decision is one of your most important and biggest decisions in your life. Make sure you have a strong partner on your home buying team. Call your buying specialist at the Sarasota Suncoast Team at Keller Williams Realty today! Interested in the most recent Sarasota market statistics? Contact us today to request them!

Are You Going To buy A Home In Sarasota? Prices Are Still Low!

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According to Lawrence Yun, chief economist of the National Association of Realtors (NAR), the housing market turned around in 2012 and the recovery should continue through the coming years.  Are you going to be part of this recovery? Are you ready to buy? Search the MLS here to see what your money can buy!

Call the Sarasota Suncoast Team today and let us help you find your new home! Many homes for sale in the Sarasota area and the islands go quickly under contract and some even see multiple offers. The Sarasota Suncoast Team has years of experience. Let us show you what we can do for you in finding your dream home. We can provide you with Sarasota Market Insider and Sarasota Market Trend information. We have the tools you need to make your home search successful. If you are looking to buy a home in Sarasota, call your buying specialist at the Sarasota Suncoast Team today at 941.894.4063 or visit our website at http://www.SarasotaSuncoastHomes.com.

Are Foreclosures Still The Deals They Used To Be?

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Are foreclosures still the deals they used to be? According to a study done by Zillow, bank foreclosures are not selling at discounts a buyer might expect. Whereas a couple of years ago, bank foreclosures in Sarasota sold at significant discounts, today they are almost priced at market. Some are priced below fair market value but attract multiple offers and end up at or even above market. Are you looking for a great deal in Sarasota? The Sarasota Suncoast Team can help you find the home that is perfect for you and we make sure we educate you about comparable sales so that you can make an informed purchase. 

The Sarasota Suncoast Team can provide you all the tools necessary to find your dream home. We use the latest technology and will create walk-through videos for our out-of-town clients. The Sarasota Suncoast Team has helped buyers for years! Why hire a weak agent when you can have a buying specialist of the Sarasota Suncoast Team help you with this important purchase. Call us today at 941.894.4063 or visit our website at http://www.SarasotaSuncoastHomes.com

Investing In Sarasota Real Estate Or The Stock Market?

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Are the Ups and Downs of the Stock Market to much for you to stomach? You may want to consider investing your money in real estate. Home prices in Sarasota are still low as are interest rates. Search the MLS here to see what is currently listed for sale in Sarasota:

Do you want detailed market insider information to make sure you know what is available for sale in Sarasota and see in which direction the market is moving? Call your buying specialist at the Sarasota Suncoast Team today at 941.894.4063 and we are happy to provide you with up-to-date information. Visit our website at http://www.SarasotaSuncoastHomes.com for more information and to sign up for our free market insider report.

$275 Home Warranty Is On Us!

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You are looking to buy a home? Let us help you find your dream home! We will make sure your purchase is protected through a home warranty! A $275 Home Warranty Is On Us! The Sarasota Suncoast Team at Keller Williams Realty will pay for your home warranty if you buy a home with one of our buying specialists. Call us today at 941.894.4063 for a confidential consultation!

Why do you need a home service agreement? Just consider the cost of a refrigerator repair which can range from $75-500, replacement costs range from $500-2000. A home warranty will pay for the repair/replacement and you just pay for the service call.

So here is what the Sarasota Suncoast Team is offering: Purchase a home through one of our buying specialists for a minimum of $100,000  by December 31st, 2012 and your home warranty valued at $275 is on us! Call us today at 941.894.4063 or visit our website at http://www.SarasotaSuncoastHomes.com. Our agents are standing by, ready to help you find that dream home you deserve!

What Do I Need To Look For In A Great Agent?

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Buying a home is very exciting but also very stressful. When you hire your buying specialist from the Sarasota Suncoast Team you have a strong partner on your side. We will make sure that the transaction goes as smoothly as possible. Here is what you can expect from a strong buyer's agent: 

1. Educates you about your market.
2. Analyzes your wants and needs.
3. Guides you to homes that fit your criteria.
4. Coordinates the work of other needed professionals.
5. Negotiates on your behalf.
6. Checks and double-checks paperwork and deadlines.
7. Solves any problems that may arise.

Don't hire a weak agent in a weak moment! Just because someone is nice doesn't mean he or she has the experience and expertise to negotiate and work on your behalf. Your specialist at the Sarasota Suncoast Team has neighborhood, pricing and negotiating knowledge and experience. We can get the job done for you! Take a look at what homes are currently available for sale!

Call the Sarasota Suncoast Team, your trusted source for real estate, today at 941.894.4063 or visit our website at http://www.SarasotaSuncoastHomes.com

Search Homes For Sale In Indian Beach Sapphire Shores

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Indian Beach Sapphire Shores is one of Sarasota's oldest neighborhoods. It is just north of downtown Sarasota and borders along the bay, just West of US41. Sarasota/Bradenton Internation Airport is only 5 minutes away but there is no audible noise. 

Indian Beach Sapphire Shores is a very unique neighborhood and offers different style homes. You find everything from a Spanish style home to ranch style to modern architecture. Prices range from the low $100,000s into the millions. Let the Sarasota Suncoast Team help you find your dream home in this unique neighborhood. Call us today at 941.894.4063 or visit our website at http://www.SarasotaSuncoastHomes.com 

We can customize a search for you and find a homes in this beautiful neighborhood that has so much to offer. Join the neighbors and watch the sun set over Longboat Key or take a walk down one of the neighborhood streets and enjoy mature oaks and Florida landscaping. 

Enjoy the video which gives you a little taste of what this neighborhood has to offer. 

Call your specialist of the Sarasota Suncoast Team at Keller Williams Realty at 941.894.4063 to learn more about this or other Sarasota neighborhoods. You can also visit our website at http://www.SarasotaSuncoastHomes.com or "Like" us on facebook at https://www.facebook.com/IndianBeachSapphireShoresNeighborhood for weekly listing updates and neighborhood news.

Buying A Home and Making An Offer

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When searching for your dream home, you were just that – a dreamer. Now that you’re writing an offer, you need to be a businessperson. You need to approach this process with a cool head and a realistic perspective of your market. The three basic components of an offer are price, terms, and contingencies.

Price – the right price to offer must fairly reflect the true market value of the home you want to buy. The Sarasota Suncoast Team has valuated over 3,700 homes and can help you assess recent sales of homes similar to the one you are considering to buy.

Terms – the other financial and timing factors that will be included in the offer.

Terms fall under six basic categories in a real estate offer:

1. Schedule – a schedule of events that has to happen before closing.
2. Conveyances – the items that stay with the house when the sellers leave.
3. Commission – the real estate commission or fee, for both the agent who works with the seller and the agents who works with the buyer.
4. Closing costs – it’s standard for buyers to pay their closing costs, but if you want to roll the costs into the loan, you need to write that into the contract. You can also ask the seller to contribute to your closing costs.
5. Home warranty – this covers repairs or replacement of appliances and major systems. You may ask the seller to pay for this or you can purchase it yourself.
6. Earnest money – this protects the sellers from the possibility of your unexpectedly pulling of the deal and makes a statement about the seriousness of your offer.

Are you ready to start looking for a home? With the Sarasota Suncoast Team you have a strong partner on your side. Call us today at 941.894.4063 for a confidential consultation or visit our website at http://www.SarasotaSuncoastHomes.com. We are going to make the house buying process easy for you. 

How Much House Can I Afford?

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How Much House Can I Afford? Before starting the house hunting process be sure to check your budget. You want to make sure that you not only can afford the monthly payments but also repairs and maintenance associated with a home.

You may also consider getting a 15 year loan instead of the more common 30 year loan. Not only is this option going to reduce the interest paid significantly but it will also allow you to PAY YOUR HOME OFF in only 15 years!

Call your Sarasota Suncoast Team at Keller Williams Realty today at 941.894.4063 or visit our website at http://www.SarasotaSuncoastHomes.com. We can help you find that perfect home and refer you to great mortgage professionals that can secure a loan for you. 

Six Steps To Financing A Home

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The Sarasota real estate market has changed. Sarasota has a 14 year low inventory of homes on the market. What does that mean for the buyer? Buyers need to be prepared to make an offer when they see a home they like. If a buyer is not paying cash, financing should be secured before starting to look for homes. Here are six steps to Financing a Home:

1. Choose a loan officer (or mortgage specialist).
2. Make a loan application and get pre-approved.
3. Determine what you want to pay and select a loan option.
4. Submit to the lender an accepted purchase offer contract.
5. Get an appraisal and title commitment.
6. Obtain funding at closing.

Call your specialist at the Sarasota Suncoast Team today at 941.894.4063 to get your home search started. We can also get you in touch with a mortgage specialist and other professionals needed for your most important purchase of your life. 

Don't miss out on this great opportunity to BUY a home NOW that interest rates are at historic lows and prices are still affordable. Call the Sarasota Suncoast Team or visit our website at http://www.SarasotaSuncoastHomes.com to find out what your money can buy!

You're Pre-Approved, Found A Home; Can You Now Go Furniture Shopping?

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You're Pre-Approved, Found A Home; Can You Now Go Furniture Shopping? NO!!! Wait until after closing and you received the keys to your new home. 

Here are a few points to consider when securing financing for your home:

While you may find the thought of home ownership thrilling, the thought of taking on a mortgage may be downright chilling. Many first-time buyers start out confused about the process or nervous about making such a large financial commitment.

From start to finish, you will follow a six-step, easy-to-understand process to securing the financing for your first home.

Six steps to Financing a Home

1.     Choose a loan officer (or mortgage specialist).

2.     Make a loan application and get preapproved.

3.     Determine what you want to pay and select a loan option.

4.     Submit to the lender an accepted purchase offer contract.

5.     Get an appraisal and title commitment.

6.     Obtain funding at closing.

Buying a home is very exciting but there are a lot of hurdles along the way. Make sure you have a strong partner on your side! Let your specialist at the Sarasota Suncoast Team at Keller Williams Realty help you through this process. Call us today at 941.894.4063 or visit our website at http://www.SarasotaSuncoastHomes.com. 

To Buy Or Not To Buy. That Is The Question

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To Buy Or Not To Buy. That Is The Question. 

Although there are many good reasons for you to buy a home, wealth building ranks among the top of the list. We call home ownership the best “accidental investment” most people ever make. But, we believe when it is done right, home ownership becomes an “intentional investment” that lays the foundation for a life of financial security and personal choice. There are solid financial reasons to support your decision to buy a home, and, among these, equity buildup, value appreciation, and tax benefits stand out.

Call your professional at the Sarasota Suncoast Team today at 941.894.4063 or visit our website at http://www.SarasotaSuncoastHomes.com. We can help you get started and help you find that perfect home. 

Base your decision to buy on facts, not fears.

1.     If you are paying rent, you very likely can afford to buy

2.     There is never a wrong time to buy the right home. All you need to do in the short run is find a   good buy and make sure you have the financial ability to hold it for the long run

3.     The lack of a substantial down payment doesn't prevent you from making your first home     purchase

4.     A less-than-perfect credit score won’t necessarily stop you from buying a home

5.     The best way to get closer to buying your ultimate dream home is to buy your first home now

6.     Buying a home doesn't have to be complicated – there are many professionals who will help you along the way 

Let us help you to answer To Buy Or Not To Buy. That Is The Question! A specialist is waiting for your call. We are happy to assist! Call the Sarasota Suncoast Team at Keller Williams Realty today at 941.894.4063 or visit our website at http://www.SarasotaSuncoastHomes.com for a confidential consultation. 

Are You Overpaying Because There Are Multiple Offers?

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Are You Overpaying Because There Are Multiple Offers? Not necessarily. Sometimes sellers price their home under market. The perceived deal creates lots of excitement among home buyers and multiple offers are received. How do you know what the value of a property is? Call your specialist at the Sarasota Suncoast Team at 941.894.4063 and let us help you determine what this home is worth by looking at recent sales. We can help you find the home that is right for you and get it at the best price. Find homes for sale in Sarasota here:

The Sarasota Suncoast Team has priced out over 3700 homes over the last few years. We can help you determine the value of a home and make sure you have the winning bid in a multiple offer situation. Don't shy away from a home because there are multiple offers on the table! The purchase price is important but so are the terms your offer. Let us help you determine the value of a home. We want to make sure you don't worry that Are You Overpaying Because There Are Multiple Offers. Call the Sarasota Suncoast Team today at 941.894.4063 or visit our website at http://www.SarasotaSuncoastHomes.com

Low Home Inventory - New Construction Building Up

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Low Home Inventory - New Construction Building Up. “The housing market is improving, and there is no reason to think that this will not continue going forward,” said Patrick Newport, U.S. economist at IHS Global Insight. Buyers, let a specialist at the Sarasota Suncoast Team help you find that perfect home! Call us today for a confidential consultation at 941.894.4063 or visit our website at http://www.SarasotaSuncoastHomes.com and see what homes are for sale in Sarasota. 

Interest rates are still at record lows and increase your buying power. That means you can buy more house today than you can buy when rates go up by let's say only 1%. Your monthly payment on a $250,000 can increase by approximately $120/mo if rates go up. This could mean that you qualify for only a lower loan amount and can't afford your dream home any longer. If you considered buying a house NOW is the time. It's all over the news that Low Home Inventory - New Construction Building Up. Don't wait any longer, call the Sarasota Suncoast Team today at 941.894.4063 or visit our website at http://www.SarasotaSuncoastHomes.com and let us help you find your dream home - new construction or resale!

Congratulations! You Are Under Contract!

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Congratulations! You Are Under Contract! Now it's going to be an easy ride until closing date, you sign the documents and the home is yours, right? WRONG!!! A possibly bumpy road lays ahead of you. The time from the acceptance of an offer to the closing date can have many hurdles along the way such as hidden issues found during the inspection that need to be fixed or need further negotiations. Or maybe issues come up when the buyers apply for financing. Lots can go wrong and that's why you need a strong team of professionals on your side. Call the Sarasota Suncoast Team today at 941.894.4063 to see what they can do for you to help you through the house buying or selling process!

Financing is secured and the home past the home inspection with flying colors! Now there's nothing left to stand behind you and the closing. Unfortunately, not necessarily. You still need insurance for your home. Insurance companies just changed their policies where they require proof of when a roof was installed on an older roof. This can be a permit or dated invoice from the roofer. Don't have that? Then you need a licensed and approved roofer to do a roof inspection to certify the roof of the age. 

You see, just because you hear Congratulations! You Are Under Contract! doesn't mean everything is going to be a smooth ride from here on. Make sure your have a trusted and knowledgeable partner on your side to help your navigate through the home buying or selling process. Call a specialist of the Sarasota Suncoast Team at Keller Williams today at 941.894.4063 or visit our website at http://www.SarasotaSuncoastHomes.com

What Is A Better Deal: A Short Sale Or A Foreclosure?

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What Is A Better Deal: A Short Sale Or A Foreclosure? It all depends what you consider "a good deal". Is it value for your money or is a quick move-in date a factor? 

The Sarasota Suncoast Team has priced out thousands of homes for banks for short sales and foreclosures and found that short sales sometimes offer a better value. Here is why: The listing agent prices the home typically just at or below market in order to receive an offer. A buyer might find that home is priced like similar size homes in the neighborhood BUT has been beautifully updated. Often times these updated homes are sold at the same price as non-updated homes. What a great deal! On the flip side, a short sale can take up to 6 months from the time an offer has been made until finally closing on the home.

If time is an issue and a buyer needs to move into a home quickly, a short sale may be out of the question. This is when one might consider a bank foreclosure. Banks typically respond within a few days and accept, counter or reject the offer. They are unemotional and all they want to see what the payoff to them for that house is. Foreclosures are typically priced just below market to get them sold quickly. 

Now you wonder what might be out there? Now it is your turn to answer:  What Is A Better Deal: A Short Sale Or A Foreclosure? You can Search The MLS here or fill out the form below:

A buyer needs to keep in mind when buying a foreclosure or short sale that an inspection is even more important because the home may have been vacant for years and/or not maintained. Call the Sarasota Suncoast Team today at 941.894.4063 to help you find your dream home. Our specialists can help you through this sometimes emotional process. Visit our website at http://www.SarasotaSuncoastHomes.com

What Do I Need To Do When I Want To Buy A House?

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What Do I Need To Do When I Want To Buy A House? First things first: Meet with a good mortgage broker that will help you get you pre-qualified. This is going to help you determine if you qualify for a loan and for how much. Your mortgage broker is also going to be able to explain the different loan options you have, how much money you need as a deposit and how much money you need for closing costs. In addition, your mortgage broker will be able to tell you how much your monthly payments are going to be. This is very important because now you can plug this number into your budget!

Now that you have all the number, it's time to start your house hunt! A buying specialist of the Sarasota Suncoast Team can help you refine your search criteria and find homes that fit your needs. You can search the MLS on our website at http://www.SarasotaSuncoastHomes.com or fill out this form to get started:

Sarasota has so much to offer and there are many unique neighborhoods. Once we get to know you we can introduce neighborhoods to you that you might not have thought of! The Sarasota Suncoast Team has gained through years of experience an extensive neighborhood knowledge. We will work hard to not only find you the right house but also to get this home for its best price. 

What Do I Need To Do When I Want To Buy A House? Call your specialist at the Sarasota Suncoast Team today at 941.894.4063 and we'll guide your through the house buying process or visit our website at http://SarasotaSuncoastHomes.com