55+ Golfing Community of River Isles! Overview Maps Photos $169,000 Single Family Home Main Features 2 Bedrooms2 BathroomsInterior: 1584 sqftLot: 00 sqft Location 1615 South Elmwood DriveBradenton, FL 34208USA To get updates on open home dates and other property events, please click the "Like" button below: The Serena Group Keller Williams Realty of Manatee(941) 928-1248info@TheSerenaGroup.comhttp://www.TheSerenaGroup.com Listed by: Keller Williams Realty of Manatee Our recent listings 23.9 Acres of Wide Open Spaces!IMMACULATE CONDO AT TARA!PEACE & TRANQUILITY!SHORT SALE! PEACEFUL & QUIET ON CUL-DE-SAC! Subscribe to our listing feed Nearby properties for sale 03/11/2011

SHORT SALE! PEACEFUL & QUIET ON CUL-DE-SAC! Overview Maps Photos Description $55,000 Single Family Home Main Features 3 Bedrooms2 BathroomsInterior: 1323 sqft Location 6604 Alpine LaneBradenton, FL 34208USA To get updates on open home dates and other property events, please click the "Like" button below: The Serena Group Keller Williams Realty of Manatee(941) 928-1248info@TheSerenaGroup.comhttp://www.TheSerenaGroup.com Listed by: Keller Williams Realty of Manatee Our recent listings SHORT SALE! PEACEFUL & QUIET ON CUL-DE-SAC!PEACE & TRANQUILITY!IMMACULATE CONDO AT TARA! Subscribe to our listing feed Nearby properties for sale 03/11/2011

IMMACULATE CONDO AT TARA! Overview Maps Photos Description $152,000 Condominium Main Features 2 Bedrooms2 BathroomsInterior: 1409 sqft Location 7660 Sweet Bay CircleBradenton, FL 34203USA To get updates on open home dates and other property events, please click the "Like" button below: The Serena Group Keller Williams Realty of Manatee(941) 928-1248info@TheSerenaGroup.comhttp://www.TheSerenaGroup.com Listed by: Keller Williams Realty of Manatee See more Bradenton, FL real estate for sale 03/08/2011

The lifestyle attractions of golf communities can serve as the saving grace of flagging home sales. A property development like The Links at Greenfield Plantation, for instance, is a star of Florida's Bradenton real estate market because of the sustained buyer interest that it generates. The lure of The Links at Greenfield Plantation real estate owes much to the wonderful fusion a residential community with a golf course   This property was developed in a pristine natural setting at the heart of Manatee County easily accessible via Interstate 75 and State Road 64. As such, the golf complex lies close to the urban hubs of Bradenton and neighboring Sarasota City which are all within thirty minutes drive from the community. A short trip north of The Links ties its residents to the metropol... 03/07/2011

Federal Housing Grants Available In Manatee County Florida Federal Housing Grants were approved by the Obama Administration in response to the ailing housing market on December 23rd 2010. In an effort to help families find decent housing and to prevent future foreclosures the Obama administration announced nearly $73 Million in housing counseling grants to more than 500 national, regional and local organizations. As a result of the funding announced, hundreds of thousands of households will have a greater opportunity to find housing or keep the homes they have because of the housing counseling and counseling training grants awarded by the U.S. Housing and Urban Development Secretary Shaun Donovan. For a list of all Federal Housing Grants, organized by state, visit: http://portal.hud.go... 03/06/2011

Rosedale Golf & Country Club in Bradenton Florida Florida is one of the most appealing properties which grace the Bradenton real estate market. This results from its association with the Hunt Group, headed by Robert Hunt, a developer and builder with more than thirty years experience in the real estate. Its appeal likewise rests on the property's location which is less than a mile away from Interstate 75. This allows easy transit to and from various points in the urban centers of Bradenton, Sarasota, Tampa, and St. Petersburg.  A 22,000-square-foot clubhouse further gives a premiere billing to the Rosedale real estate complex consisting of 440 acres. Club members have access to marvelous dining facilities serving delightful cuisine at reasonable prices. An elegant foyer and an outdoor p... 03/05/2011

The Bradenton real estate market in Florida throbs with some added excitement each time a property becomes available at The Links at the Greenfield Plantation, a mixed-use enclave near Interstate 75 and State Road 64. This places Greenfield Plantation real estate only some minutes away from the urban amenities of Bradenton as well as the art and cultural attractions of nearby Sarasota in the south. Up north are more centers for recreation, entertainment, and sports in Tampa and St. Petersburg. Likewise irresistible is the allure of the nearby beach resorts at the barrier islands off the coast of Florida. Besides its strategic location, this property provides the perks of a residential community luxuriating in the pristine environment of a fabulous golf course and a homey clubhouse.Flor... 03/04/2011

Any search for properties west side of town in Bradenton, Florida, will have to include inquiries about the Stoneybrook Golf Club. This property is one of the neighborhoods in the prestigious Heritage Harbour which is not only a name to reckon with in the Bradenton real estate market but also in the whole of Florida and the US West Coast.The Stoneybrook real estate development has effectively made use of its proximity to the pristine Manatee River in creating a mixed-use resort-style complex composed of a golf course, residences, and a dazzling clubhouse. A most refreshing environment was created within the enclave with its lush woodlands, tranquil wetlands, and shimmering lakes. This scenery of well-preserved areas, complemented by the natural splendor of a 200-acre island midstream of... 03/04/2011

Bradenton Patch is a new Bradenton FL, community resource, information, and relocation source. Wendy Herndon, REALTOR®, Office Manager, Listings Manager, and Marketing Specialist for The Serena Group, writes the weekly Real Estate News article for Bradenton Patch.   02/28/2011

The Concession Golf Club is one rare star in the Bradenton real estate market in Florida.  This club’s idea germinated from that magical moment in the 1969 Ryder Cup when Jack Nicklaus conceded a putt to Tony Jacklin for them to tie their classic final round.  Two cities, Bradenton and Sarasota, can take pride in hosting this tribute to friendship through golf, as The Concession is located between their boundaries.  This unifying location also comes as more than a blessing, for in very practical terms it  gives the golf enclave’s residential community in close proximity to the commercial and business centers of Bradenton and Sarasota, and to their hubs for entertainment, culture, arts, and sports. Moving to and from the community is easy from Interstate 75 that is only two miles from Th... 02/27/2011

CLICK to register for our Next FREE Foreclosure Help Seminar Looking For Chapter 7, or Chapter 13 Bankruptcy Attorney Due to Foreclosure In Bradenton, FL?It's an unfortunate reality that the national mortgage crisis is hitting the Florida Gulf Coast hard, including many Bradenton, FL homeowners. If you find yourself facing foreclosure, with expenses that exceed your income, and with few assets to fall back on, then either a Ch. 7, or Ch. 13 Bankruptcy, in combination with a Short Sale, may be an appropriate solution. The SaraMana preForeclosure & Short Sale Assistance Team offers a comprehensive stable of services for Bradenton property owners facing foreclosure, including a free bankruptcy consultation referral program with a Licensed Florida Bankruptcy Lawyer.To familiarize you with ... 02/25/2011

CLICK to register for our next FREE Foreclosure Help Tele-seminar Free Tele-seminar Teaches Bradenton Florida Homeowners How to Short Sale, Stop Foreclosure, and Avoid Deficiency Judgments! Bradenton Florida property owners facing foreclosure are invited to attend a Free Informational Foreclosure & Short Sale Tele-seminar on Tuesday, January 18th, at 6:30 pm. Topics covered will include: how to stop foreclosure, how to Short Sale your home even if you've tried and failed in the past, and the reality of Avoiding Deficiency Judgments (the difference between mortgage balance and sale price). Nationally recognized preForeclosure and Short Sale Expert John Michailidis, GRI, CRS, JD - Broker/Owner - SaraMana Properties and the SaraMana preForeclosure & Short Sale Assistance Team, will be pre... 02/25/2011

Everyday, Sarasota Choice Homes selects a property or community as it's "Choice of the Day". Today's Choice of the day is: 7110 Hawks Harbor Cir, Bradenton, FL 34207 If you would like to subscribe to the Sarasota Choice Homes - Choice of the day you may do so by visiting our Choice of the Day RSS feed and adding it to your favorite feed reader. This will allow you to be up to date with the proeprty of community that is highlighted as the Choice of the Day by Sarasota Choice Homes. If you have a property that you would like to see highlighted or selected as the Choice of the Day, you can visit our site and add a comment to our Real Estate - Choice of the Day section of our site. We will review your submission and see if it meets our Choice criteria and possibly include as a future select... 02/19/2011

CLICK to register for our next FREE Foreclosure Help Seminar Riverplace Property Owners Bracing for Foreclosure Find Short Sale the Superior Option In Bradenton Florida The national economic slowdown is an "equal opportunity crisis" in that it knows no boundaries with respect to race, religion, political beliefs, or socioeconomic status -- the higher unemployment rates and rapid decline of home prices are touching all communities equally. So, it comes as no surprise that many Florida Gulf Coast communities, including Bradenton and the River Place subdivision, have seen many homeowners falling behind on their mortgages, and coming face-to-face with the possibility of foreclosure. Unfortunately, many homeowners don't realize that having a home foreclosed upon is completely avoidable virt... 02/17/2011

CLICK HERE to register for our next FREE Foreclosure Help Seminar Silverlake Homeowners Facing Foreclosure May Benefit From Short Sale in Bradenton Florida The mortgage crisis that is plaguing Florida Gulf Coast homeowners throughout the Bradenton, Sarasota, Lakewood Ranch, Venice region has hit several properties in the Silverlake subdivision. Many of these property owners are turning to Short Sales as a viable means of Stopping Foreclosure and minimizing the long-term damage to their reputation and credit. If you would like to learn more about your foreclosure options and how you can avoid foreclosure virtually guaranteed, you can download a free eBook called, "Should I Short Sale My Home? A Homeowners Guide to Surviving the Worst Real Estate Market In History." CLICK HERE to registe... 02/17/2011

Everyday, Sarasota Choice Homes selects a property or community as it's "Choice of the Day". Today's Choice of the day is: 6280 RIVERVIEW BLVD BRADENTON, FLORIDA 34209 If you would like to subscribe to the Sarasota Choice Homes - Choice of the day you may do so by visiting our Choice of the Day RSS feed and adding it to your favorite feed reader. This will allow you to be up to date with the proeprty of community that is highlighted as the Choice of the Day by Sarasota Choice Homes. If you have a property that you would like to see highlighted or selected as the Choice of the Day, you can visit our site and add a comment to our Real Estate - Choice of the Day section of our site. We will review your submission and see if it meets our Choice criteria and possibly include as a future sele... 02/16/2011

Why Short Sale? – FREE information on Foreclosure Defense, Mortgage Modification, Tax Consequences, Deed-in-lieu-of-foreclosure, Short Sales, Deficiency Judgments, Bankruptcy Referrals & more. John Michailidis, SaraMana Properties – Phone: (941) 822-5221 CLICK to register for our next FREE Foreclosure Options Seminar Bradenton Homeowners Can Request a Free "Florida Home Affordable Modification Program" (HAMP) Loan Modification Kit! This Loan Modification Kit is provided as a free community service by Bradenton Short Sale Realtor Agent, John Michailidis, of the SaraMana preForeclosure & Short Sale Assistance Team, so that Manatee County homeowners can fully explore their pre-foreclosure options. The first step when facing Foreclosure is always to speak with your lender to determine if a ... 02/15/2011

  Manatee County Florida Home Buyer Assistance Program Process and Time Line 1.  County sponsored home buyer education class is required. 2.  Home buyer is APPROVED and signs contract for home. 3.  Lender sends Reservation Form with contact to county. 4.  With-in 5 days, home is inspected by county staff. 5.  If necessary, lead based paint assessment is completed. 6.  Lender sends loan package to county. IF NO REPAIRS ARE NECESSARY...... 7.  County approves application package. 8.  County contracted appraiser completes appraisal. 9.  Home buyer meets with home buyer counselor. 10. Mortgage package e-mailed to title company. 11. Home buyer assistance check is released by county after HUD 1 is approved. 12. Closing occurs at the offices of the title company. FOR MORE INFORMATION PLEASE VI... 02/09/2011

CLICK to register for our next FREE Foreclosure Options Tele-seminar Surprising Stop Foreclosure Short Sale Secrets In Sarasota, Bradenton, Venice, Lakewood Ranch Florida Revealed! Some will try to tell you that they are in possession of a little known secret that few other real estate practitioners possess, and which even fewer agents are willing to reveal. They boldly profess their superior ability to negotiate and close short sale transactions better and faster than all other brokers in the market, but to that I say... Hogwash! THERE ARE NO SECRETS TO CLOSING SHORT SALES SUCCESSFULLY... all it takes is tremendous knowledge, tremendous skill, tremendous marketing ability, tremendous perseverance, and lots and lots of real estate experience... that's the secret! Some will even try to ... 02/08/2011

Our team had a transaction (on the listing side) recently when the buyer, only a week before the closing was scheduled, decided to give her employer '2 weeks notice' ... since "she was planning to move anyway!"  Of course this action delivered a 'death blow' to that particular transaction. After having that unfortunate experience, I thought that assembling a list of things that a homebuyer should NOT do before closing on a new home purchase  might be helpful to others. Now most of these things might seem like common sense to most people ... and they are common sense.  But sometimes stating the obvious is absolutely the best insurance for successful communication between a home buyer and their agent. That being said... Here' a list of 15 things NOT to do if you're buying a home: Buy a ne... 01/26/2011