Melinda Barry's (melbarry) Blog

Recently an article was posted in our local paper naming Crystal River as one of the top 10 places to snorkel. In the past few weeks I have had the opportunity to enjoy some of the natural resources we have to offer in our fine county(Citrus County) such as scalloping, snorkeling, Three sisters s...

Scalloping off the Nature Coast    by Melinda Barry   A few years ago some friends of mine asked if they could use our nature coast home as a jumping off point for their scalloping adventure. The good hostess that I am I said "Sure! It would be great to spend a day out on the water."  At the time...

I have recently taken the opportunity to review and recreate my website.  If you have a moment visit it at www.melbarry.com. It has quite a bit of useful information about our are here as well real estate information.  I will be adding updates from time to time to included selling and buying tips...

Residential334373 _Active 7802 N Fairwind Loop Hernando, FL  34442 (12) L$343,000     Cross Street: Lecanto Highway (491) Area: 10 County: Citrus Year Built: 1997 Subdivision: Twelve Oaks Apx. Acres: 5.05 Beds: 3 Apx. SqFt Under Roof:  2,761 Baths: 2 Apx. Liv. SqFt: 1,762 Waterfront: No Sec/Twp/...

This is the latest local statistics concerning the real estate market in Citrus County .  National statistics are interesting but, are as useful as a national weather report. Look for this to be updated the 2nd week of each month.  The statistics will reflect the last month's activity only in Cit...

Residential334373 _Active 7802 N Fairwind Loop Hernando, FL  34442 (12) L$379,000     Cross Street: Lecanto Highway (491) Area: 10 County: Citrus Year Built: 1997 Subdivision: Twelve Oaks Apx. Acres: 5.05 Beds: 3 Apx. SqFt Under Roof:  2,761 Baths: 2 Apx. Liv. SqFt: 1,762 Waterfront: No Sec/Twp/...

FIRST-TIME HOMEBUYER TAX CREDIT   Frequently Asked Questions   In 2008, Congress enacted a $7500 tax credit designed to be an incentive for first-time homebuyers to purchase a home. The credit was designed as a mechanism to decrease the over-supply of homes for sale. For 2009, Congress has incre...

What a start to 2009!  I'm excited about what 2009 is going to bring us all.   I'm sure you know about the great new program that encourages first time home buyers to buy and receive a $7,500 tax credit.  If not: The really cool news is that if you have not owned a home in the last 3 years, this ...

Residential328260 _Closed 588 W Barrymore Drive Beverly Hills, FL  34465   (12) L$145,000     C$130,000     Closed Date: 12/01/2008   Cross Street: Garbo Lane Area: 09 County: Citrus Year Built: 1993 Subdivision: Oakwood Village Apx. Acres: .30 Beds: 3 Apx. SqFt Under Roof:  2,174 Baths: 2 Apx. ...

Wow! Something we here our customers say often.  I even most times will provide them with the cards at closing to allow them to share with their family and friends the joyous occasion of purchasing their new home.  However, my news comes with excitement and sadness.  After careful consideration m...