Short Sale Questions
September 30, 2008
As it seems the bailout in some form or another is imminent, one thing is for certain. Banks are going to be more motivated than ever to mitigate their losses and to dump as many non-performing assets off of their books as possible. This means liquidating REO properties and also settling as many defaulted loans via the Short Sale method as possible.
So I thought it might be important to have somewhat of a quick FAQ refresher on Short Sales. Read more
The 21st Annual Las Olas Art Fair
September 28, 2008
 
21stAnnual Las Olas Art Fair Offers $15 Million Of Art On October 4th & 5th. It seems like just yesterday that I met art fair Impresario Howard Alan. He had produced his first art fair for the Las Olas Association and it was a big hit with the visitors and merchants… Here it is 21 years later, and he not only produces three art fairs a year on Las Olas, he’s become known as “The King of Art”. Read more
The Socialist Initiative Continues As Millions Allocated For Foreclosed Homes In Fort Lauderdale
September 27, 2008
Communities in the Fort Lauderdale real estate area and throughout South Florida market, hit hardest by the foreclosure epidemic are slated to receive tens of millions of federal dollars to fix abandoned and foreclosed properties and help low- to moderate-income people buy homes.
The Hollywood Beach Clambake
September 25, 2008
The 7th annual Hollywood Beach Clambake, is a three day seafood and music festival. Come experience the recently renovated Hollywood Broadwalk.
This FREE event is an all American celebration! Enjoy a bounty of fresh seafood and classic beachside fun with live concerts on the sand and entertainment for the entire family on Hollywood Beach’s oceanfront Broadwalk.
For 3 fun-filled days, beginning Friday September 26, 2008, participating area beach restaurants and festival vendors will be serving up traditional clambake and scrumptious Florida seafood.
Artists and crafters will display original creative works, and families can participate in fun-filled activities.
“Grab a beer and partake of some of the freshest seafood you’re likely to find, thanks to the myriad local vendors. And when the sun dips behind downtown, stroll over to the bonfire and roast yourself a marshmallow the way it was meant to be roasted: Read more
It’s A Great Time To Buy A Home…If You’re White!
September 24, 2008
Oh I finally understand the National Association Of Realtors advertising campaign. Silly me, I needed to read between the lines. “It’s a great time to buy a home…if you’re white!” Another agent is charged with being a racist.
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) announced today that it has charged Rodney Foreman, a real estate agent formerly employed by Coldwell Banker-Joe T. Lane Realty, Inc., in Jonesboro, Georgia, with racial steering in the sale of homes. Read more
Foreclosure Rescue Fraud Prevention Act
September 24, 2008
If you’re a real estate investor, real estate agent or a homeowner in foreclosure, you need to be aware of a new law going into effect on October 1, 2008. Many of the clients that we have have been asking us lately what this new law is all about. The new law is titled the Foreclosure Rescue Fraud Prevention Act, and becomes Florida Statute sec. 501.1377.
Effectively, without a serious change in the way their business is conducted, most real estate agents will NOT be able to be involved in short sales in the State of Florida any longer! Read more
The $700 Billion Bailout That Isn’t
September 22, 2008
Men Are From Mars, Women Are From Venus And The NAR Is From Pluto
September 22, 2008
It really makes me wonder just what planet these guys from the National Association Of Realtors (NAR) are from. As a Realtor, I pay dues to an organization that causes my clients and prospective clients to ridicule my chosen profession. It was my belief that these guys were supposed to be supporting me. Wow, was I ever wrong!
Weston Homes for Sale
September 21, 2008
Search here for homes for sale in Weston, and Weston real estate information. Carved out of the Florida Everglades, Weston is a bedroom community for commuters to Fort Lauderdale and Miami. Both residential and business growth is due in part to the city’s convenient location to major thoroughfares, linking Weston’s suburban lifestyle to three major metropolitan areas, two airports and sea ports.
Coral Ridge Yacht Club
September 20, 2008
The Coral Ridge Yacht Clubhas announced a number of additions to its executive staff. Denis Anderson has been named Executive Chef, Sam Wolstencroft has been brought on as the new Controller and Lee Pires has been appointed the new General Manager. Read more