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The Difference an Hour Makes in Real Estate

The Difference an Hour Makes in Real Estate Every Hour in the US Housing Market:  624 Homes Sell 347 Homes Regain Positive Equity Median Home Values Go Up $1.13 Whether buying or selling, we can help! Call Julie Larson, Realtor PalmerHouse Properties 941-882-0322 or email here.

Posted in: Casey Key Real Estate, Englewood Real Estate, Lido Key Real Estate, Manatee County Real Estate, New Homes New Construction, Nokomis Real Estate, North Port Real Estate, Osprey Real Estate, Real Estate, Sarasota County Real Estate, Sarasota Real Estate, Sarasota Real Estate Resources, Siesta Key Real Estate, Suncoast Real Estate Market Reports, Venice Real Estate

Hiring an Agent to Sell Your House May Cost You NOTHING

Hiring an Agent to Sell Your House May Cost You NOTHING! There is no doubt that it is easier to sell your house when using the services of a local real estate professional. The agent will provide: Greater exposure to more buyers The skills of a professional negotiator A layer of protection from possible legal…

Posted in: Manatee County Real Estate, Real Estate, Sarasota County Real Estate, Sarasota Real Estate Resources, Seller Resources, Suncoast Real Estate Market Reports Tagged: Julie Larson Realtor, listing agent sarasota

Buying Remains a Lot Cheaper than Renting in Florida

Buying Remains a Lot Cheaper Than Renting in Florida! In the latest Rent vs. Buy Report from Trulia, they explained that homeownership remains cheaper than renting with a traditional 30-year fixed rate mortgage in the 100 largest metro areas in the United States. The updated numbers show that the range is an average of 3.5% less expensive in San…

Posted in: Bradenton Real Estate, Buyer Resources, Casey Key Real Estate, Charlotte County Real Estate, Condos, Englewood Real Estate, for sale south venice, Lakewood Ranch Real Estate, Lido Key Real Estate, Manatee County Real Estate, Manatee County Real Estate Resources, New Homes New Construction, New Homes New Construction, Nokomis Real Estate, North Port Real Estate, Osprey Real Estate, Palmetto Real Estate, Parrish Real Estate, Pet Friendly Condos, Pet Friendly Townhomes, Pet Friendly Villas, Real Estate, Sarasota County Real Estate, Sarasota Real Estate, Sarasota Real Estate Resources, Siesta Key Real Estate, Suncoast Real Estate Market Reports, Venice Real Estate Tagged: buying a home in sarasota, buying house in sarasota, renting vs owning

5 Reasons to Sell Your Suncoast Home This Fall

5 Reasons to Sell Your Suncoast Home This Fall Here are five reasons listing your home for sale this fall makes sense. 1. Demand Is Strong The latest Buyer Traffic Report from the National Association of Realtors (NAR) shows that buyer demand remains very strong throughout the vast majority of the country. These buyers are ready, willing, and able to…

Posted in: Bradenton Real Estate, Casey Key Real Estate, Charlotte County Real Estate, Englewood Real Estate, Lakewood Ranch Real Estate, Lido Key Real Estate, Manatee County Real Estate, Manatee County Real Estate Resources, New Homes New Construction, Nokomis Real Estate, North Port Real Estate, Osprey Real Estate, Palmetto Real Estate, Parrish Real Estate, Real Estate, Sarasota County Real Estate, Sarasota Real Estate, Sarasota Real Estate Resources, Seller Resources, Siesta Key Real Estate, Suncoast Real Estate Market Reports, Venice Real Estate Tagged: Julie Larson Realtor, listing agent sarasota

Top 5 A+ Reasons to Hire a Realtor

Top 5 A+ Reasons to Hire a Realtor® Some Highlights: Hiring a real estate professional to buy your dream home, or sell your current house, is one of the most ‘educated’ decisions you can make! A real estate professional has the experience needed to help you through the entire process. Make sure that you hire…

Posted in: Bradenton Real Estate, Casey Key Real Estate, Charlotte County Real Estate, Condos, Englewood Real Estate, for sale south venice, Lakewood Ranch Real Estate, Lido Key Real Estate, Manatee County Real Estate, Manatee County Real Estate Resources, New Homes New Construction, New Homes New Construction, Nokomis Real Estate, North Port Real Estate, Osprey Real Estate, Palmetto Real Estate, Parrish Real Estate, Pet Friendly Condos, Pet Friendly Townhomes, Pet Friendly Villas, Real Estate, Sarasota County Real Estate, Sarasota Real Estate, Sarasota Real Estate Resources, Seller Resources, Siesta Key Real Estate, Venice Real Estate Tagged: hiring a realtor, Julie Larson Realtor

Want To Keep Up With The Joneses? Now’s The Time

Want to Keep up with the Joneses? Now’s the Time Does your current house fit your needs? Does it seem like everyone else is moving up and moving on to more luxurious surroundings? Are you wondering what it would take to start living your dream life? Market conditions around the country have presented an opportunity…

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It’s Important to Use a Professional Real Estate Agent to Sell Your Home

It Pays to Hire a Professional Real Estate Agent

It’s Important to Use a Professional Real Estate Agent to Sell Your Home! When a homeowner decides to sell their house, they obviously want the best possible price for it with the least amount of hassles along the way. However, for the vast majority of sellers, the most important result is actually getting their homes sold. In…

Posted in: Bradenton Real Estate, Casey Key Real Estate, Charlotte County Real Estate, Condos, Englewood Real Estate, for sale south venice, Lakewood Ranch Real Estate, Lido Key Real Estate, Manatee County Real Estate, Manatee County Real Estate Resources, New Homes New Construction, New Homes New Construction, Nokomis Real Estate, North Port Real Estate, Osprey Real Estate, Palmetto Real Estate, Parrish Real Estate, Pet Friendly Condos, Pet Friendly Townhomes, Pet Friendly Villas, Real Estate, Sarasota County Real Estate, Sarasota Real Estate, Sarasota Real Estate Resources, Seller Resources, Siesta Key Real Estate, Venice Real Estate Tagged: Julie Larson Realtor, listing agent sarasota

Homeowner’s Net Worth Is Still Greater Than a Renter’s

Homeowner’s Net Worth Is Still Greater Than a Renter’s Every three years, the Federal Reserve conducts their Survey of Consumer Finances in which they collect data across all economic and social groups. The latest survey, which includes data from 2010-2013, reports that a homeowner’s net worth is 36 times greater than that of a renter ($194,500 vs. $5,400).  The latest survey…

Posted in: Bradenton Real Estate, Buyer Resources, Charlotte County Real Estate, Englewood Real Estate, Lakewood Ranch Real Estate, Lido Key Real Estate, Manatee County Real Estate, Manatee County Real Estate Resources, New Homes New Construction, Nokomis Real Estate, North Port Real Estate, Osprey Real Estate, Palmetto Real Estate, Parrish Real Estate, Real Estate, Sarasota County Real Estate, Sarasota Real Estate, Sarasota Real Estate Resources, Siesta Key Real Estate, Suncoast Real Estate Market Reports, Venice Real Estate Tagged: buying a home in sarasota, Julie Larson Realtor

Buyer Demand Continues Outpacing the Supply of Homes for Sale

Buyer Demand Continues Outpacing the Supply of Homes for Sale The price of any item is determined by the supply of that item, as well as the market demand. The National Association of REALTORS(NAR) surveys “over 50,000 real estate practitioners about their expectations for home sales, prices and market conditions” for their monthly REALTORS Confidence Index. Their latest edition sheds some…

Posted in: Bradenton Real Estate, Casey Key Real Estate, Charlotte County Real Estate, Condos, Englewood Real Estate, for sale south venice, Lakewood Ranch Real Estate, Lido Key Real Estate, Manatee County Real Estate, Manatee County Real Estate Resources, New Homes New Construction, New Homes New Construction, Nokomis Real Estate, North Port Real Estate, Osprey Real Estate, Palmetto Real Estate, Parrish Real Estate, Real Estate, Sarasota County Real Estate, Sarasota Real Estate, Sarasota Real Estate Resources, Seller Resources, Siesta Key Real Estate, Suncoast Real Estate Market Reports, Venice Real Estate Tagged: hire a realtor, hiring a realtor, Julie Larson Realtor

4 Bedroom Pool Home 2437 Arapaho St Sarasota FL 34231

2437 Arapaho Street, Sarasota, FL TRUE 4 BEDROOM POOL HOME Description Photos Maps & Local Schools Print Brochure Follow This Home! Search All Homes For Sale Free Home Values Presented By: Julie Larson PalmerHouse Properties 941-882-0322 Schedule a Showing/Request Info $ Click for current price4 BEDROOMS | 2 (2 full ) BATHROOMS | 1312 SQUARE…

Posted in: Real Estate, Sarasota County Real Estate, Sarasota Real Estate, Sarasota Real Estate Resources Tagged: 4 Bedrooms, for sale Sarasota, Julie Larson Realtor, Pool Home, Pool Home Sarasota, real estate sarasota, realtor sarasota

You Don’t Need 20% Down to Buy a Home in Sarasota NOW!

You Don’t Need 20% Down to Buy a Home in Sarasota NOW! A survey by Ipsos found that the American public is still somewhat confused about what is required to qualify for a home mortgage loan in today’s housing market. There are two major misconceptions that we want to address today. 1. Down Payment The survey revealed…

Posted in: Buyer Resources, Real Estate, Sarasota County Real Estate, Sarasota Real Estate, Sarasota Real Estate Resources, Suncoast Real Estate Market Reports Tagged: buying a home in sarasota, buying a house in sarasota, homebuyers sarasota, Julie Larson Realtor, qualifying for a home, townhomes for sale sarasota

Renting or Buying in Sarasota Florida

Renting or Buying in Sarasota Florida… Either Way You’re Paying a Mortgage There are some people who have not purchased homes because they are uncomfortable taking on the obligation of a mortgage. Everyone should realize that, unless you are living with your parents rent-free, you are paying a mortgage – either yours or your landlord’s.…

Posted in: Buyer Resources, Condos, Real Estate, Sarasota County Real Estate, Sarasota Real Estate Resources Tagged: buying a home in sarasota, buying a house in sarasota, Julie Larson Realtor, owning a home in sarasota, renting vs owning

Get the Most Money Selling Your Sarasota Home

How to Get the Most Money Selling Your Sarasota Home Every homeowner wants to make sure they get the best price when selling their home. But how do you guarantee that you receive maximum value for your house? Here are two keys to ensuring you get the highest price possible. 1. Price it a LITTLE…

Posted in: Real Estate, Sarasota County Real Estate, Sarasota Real Estate, Sarasota Real Estate Resources, Seller Resources, Suncoast Real Estate Market Reports Tagged: home prices sarasota, home value sarasota, home worth sarasota, Julie Larson Realtor, listing agent sarasota, listing my sarasota home, selling sarasota home

Spring Housing Market Starts Early on Sarasota’s Suncoast

Housing Market Expected to “Spring Forward”   The “Spring Market” on Sarasota’s Suncoast Starts Earlier Just like our clocks this weekend in the majority of the country, the housing market will soon “spring forward!” Similar to tension in a spring, the lack of inventory available for sale in the market right now is what is…

Posted in: Real Estate, Sarasota County Real Estate, Sarasota Real Estate Resources, Seller Resources, Suncoast Real Estate Market Reports Tagged: home prices sarasota, home value sarasota, home worth sarasota, Julie Larson Realtor, real estate sarasota, selling sarasota home

How Much Money Do I Need to Buy a House in Sarasota Florida

How Much Money Do I Need to Buy a House in Sarasota Florida? Over Half of All Buyers Across the Country Are Surprised by Closing Costs When buying a home on Sarasota’s Suncoast, choosing a good real estate agent is your first step. A good agent is going to have a team of real estate…

Posted in: Buyer Resources, Real Estate, Sarasota County Real Estate, Sarasota Real Estate, Sarasota Real Estate Resources Tagged: buying a home in sarasota, buying a house in sarasota, closing costs, downpayment, homebuyers sarasota, Julie Larson Realtor

Dog Parks in Sarasota County

Dog Parks in Sarasota County | ThinkSuncoast.com

Paw Parks aka Dog Parks in Sarasota County Dogs Just Wanna Have Fun Sarasota County has some great dog parks, also known as paw parks, where you can let your dogs run free without a leash to exercise and play in a controlled environment. There are 5 dog parks in Sarasota County. Three are located…

Posted in: Buyer Resources, Condos, Just for Fun, Pet Friendly Condos, Pet Friendly Townhomes, Pet Friendly Villas, Real Estate, Sarasota County Real Estate, Sarasota Real Estate Resources Tagged: dog parks sarasota, dog parks venice fl, paw parks sarasota, pet friendly condos, pet friendly townhomes, pet friendly villas

Pet Friendly Condos for Sale in Nokomis Florida

Pet Friendly Condos For Sale | Sarasota Florida

Pet Friendly Condos for Sale in Nokomis Florida Looking for a Condo in Nokomis Florida Where You Can Bring Your Pet? Located in Sarasota County on the Gulf of Mexico, Nokomis has a nice assortment of condos, villas and townhomes for sale that are considered pet friendly. Check out some of the listings below. If…

Posted in: Buyer Resources, Condos, Nokomis Real Estate, Pet Friendly Condos, Pet Friendly Townhomes, Pet Friendly Villas, Real Estate, Sarasota County Real Estate, Sarasota Real Estate Resources Tagged: condos for sale nokomis, condos nokomis florida, Julie Larson Realtor, pet friendly condos, pet friendly townhomes, pet friendly villas, real estate nokomis

Daydreaming About Your Perfect Sarasota Home?

Daydreaming About Your Perfect Sarasota Home?   Know What You WANT vs. What You NEED In this day and age of being able to shop for anything anywhere, it is really important to know what you’re looking for when you start your Sarasota home search. If you’ve been thinking about buying a home of your…

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Buy a Home in Sarasota & Be Healthier!

Buy a Home in Sarasota & Be Healthier! The Impact of Homeownership on Family Health The National Association of Realtors recently released a study titled ‘Social Benefits of Homeownership and Stable Housing.’ The study confirmed a long-standing belief of most Americans: “Owning a home embodies the promise of individual autonomy and is the aspiration of…

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Sarasota Renters – Do you Know the Real Cost of Renting vs Buying in Sarasota Florida

Sarasota Renters – Do You Know the Real Cost of Renting vs. Buying? Some Highlights: Historically, the choice between renting or buying a home has been a close decision. Looking at the percentage of income needed to rent a median-priced home today (30%), vs. the percentage needed to buy a median-priced home (15%), the choice…

Posted in: Buyer Resources, Real Estate, Sarasota County Real Estate, Sarasota Real Estate Resources Tagged: home ownership sarasota, Julie Larson Realtor, owning vs renting, real estate sarasota, renting vs owning, Sarasota Real Estate

Single Family Homes and Condo Sales in Sarasota County January 2017

Condo vs SFH Sales Sarasota County January 2017 | ThinkSuncoast.com

Single Family Homes and Condo Sales in Sarasota County January 2017 The following data was pulled from our local multiple listing service, MFRMLS. There were 726 residential sales that closed in the month of January 2017. Single family home sales consisted of 65% of those sales. Please note that the 254 condo sales in the…

Posted in: Buyer Resources, Real Estate, Sarasota Real Estate Resources, Suncoast Real Estate Market Reports

Need a Bigger Home in Sarasota Florida

A Bigger Home in Sarasota Florida | ThinkSuncoast.com

Need a Bigger Home in Sarasota Florida? If you live on Sarasota’s Suncoast and you need a bigger home, we can help! Has something changed in your life that you’re ready to buy a bigger home? Maybe… Your family is growing and you need more space You’re feeling cramped in your current home You’ve come…

Posted in: Buyer Resources, Real Estate, Sarasota County Real Estate, Sarasota Real Estate Resources Tagged: bigger home sarasota, Julie Larson Realtor, more square footage, real estate sarasota, upsizing sarasota

Buying a House With Cash in Sarasota Florida

Buying a Home With Cash in Sarasota Florida | ThinkSuncoast.com

Buying a House with Cash in Sarasota Florida You may be surprised to learn this, but between 2009 and 2014 our Sarasota real estate market was dominated by cash buyers for single family homes. In 2015 the percentage of cash buyers versus buyers getting financing started to equal out at about 50/50 and in 2016…

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Is Cash Still King in Sarasota Florida

Is Cash Still King in Sarasota | ThinkSuncoast.com

Is Cash Still King in Sarasota Florida? Yes, every Realtor loves to hear from their buyer that they are paying cash! Usually cash sales can close very quickly and the quicker we close, the quicker we get paid. Cash discounts, timing and over-paying are all things to consider when buying a home with cash. Cash…

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Average Sales Price of Condos in Sarasota County December 2016

Average Sales Price Condos Sarasota | ThinkSuncoast.com

Average Sales Price of Condos in Sarasota County December 2016 – $320k December 2016 Average Sales Price of Condos in Sarasota Shows an Increase of 13.1% Over December 2015’s Average Sales Price The averages sales price of a condo in Sarasota County has risen from $284,028 in December of 2015 to an average sales price of…

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Choosing a Good Mortgage Lender on Sarasota Florida’s Suncoast

Good Mortgage Lender Sarasota Florida's Suncoast | ThinkSuncoast Real Estate

Choosing a Good Mortgage Lender on Sarasota Florida’s Suncoast Not All Florida Lenders Are Created Equal – Finding a Good Mortgage Lender is Key to Closing! Disclaimer:  Let me start out by saying that I’m not a mortgage lender. I’ve learned what makes a good mortgage lender and I’m writing this blog post and expressing…

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Sarasota & Manatee Condo Market Report for December 2016

Sarasota County Condo Market | Manatee County Condo Market

Sarasota & Manatee Counties Condo Market Report December 2016 Courtesy of RASM – Realtor® Association of Sarasota and Manatee Condo Market Shows Strength in December 2016 SARASOTA, Fla. (January 24, 2017) – Closed sales for condos increased in each county in December as compared to December 2015, with Sarasota at a 12.5 percent increase and…

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Is a Septic Inspection Really Necessary?

Is a Septic Inspection Necessary | Septic Inspection Sarasota Real Estate

Wondering if a Septic Inspection is Really Necessary? How Septic Systems Work… Before we get started, check out the image below to get a general idea on how a septic system works. The Inspection Period Begins… You’re excited about getting that special home under contract! You’re now in the Inspection Period and are doing your…

Posted in: Buyer Resources, Real Estate, Sarasota County Real Estate, Sarasota Real Estate Resources Tagged: home inspections, septic inspections, septic systems, septic tanks

The 10 Commandments for Sellers When Your House is on the Market

10 Commandments for Sellers When Your House is on the Market

The 10 Commandments for Sellers When Your House is on the Market By Mimi Foster Realtor, Epic Real Estate Group, Colorado Springs, CO – ActiveRain Article I recently read this article by award winning Realtor, Mimi Foster, out in Colorado Springs and felt her advice is so on point that I needed to share it here on my…

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Sarasota County Utility Companies

Sarasota County Utility Companies Electric FP&L – Florida Power & Light Water & Sewer PLEASE NOTE:  Some of the water and sewer utility companies will not let you set up your account without proof of ownership such as your new deed or closing documents. You will receive both the deed and closing documents at closing…

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