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Palm Harbor Florida - January 2012 Market Report January 2012 was a busy month for the real estate market here in Palm Harbor Florida! There were 41 single family homes that closed and they were as follows: On the high end was a single family home in Highlands of Innisbrook that listed at $899,000 and sold after only four days on the market for $850,000. Somebody got a sweet deal on a beautiful Mediterranean style home in a lovely gated community! Switching gears to the lowest priced single family home closing, we find a small two bedroom home in Lake St George that was listed at 60k and sold for 54k. Sales Price/Sq Ft: High: $211.92 Low: $  43.48 Average Time On Market: 97 days! In the category of townhomes, villas and condos there were 30 closings during January 2012 in Palm Harbor Fl... 02/19/2012

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   While bank-owned homes are plentiful in many markets, they aren’t always easy for a buyer to get. Foreclosures sell at bargain prices – sometimes at 35 percent discounts when compared to nonforeclosures. But the ultra-low prices attract investors and all-cash offers, which makes it difficult for other buyers’ bids to win out.So how can buyers beat the competition to get a foreclosure?  02/07/2012

Highlands of Innisbrook of Palm Harbor, Fl is the premerier development to enjoy the lifestyle you deserve. Whether it's enjoying a day of golf on Copperhead or having dinner at packards, you will find everything you need. Search Highlands of Innisbrook Homes for sale 01/27/2012

Tada.....here is the new Charles Rutenberg Realty advertisement on my SUV. It was installed this morning and while they were busy installing it, Ronnie and I went out for lunch. The installation took just over an hour. The QR code is a decal that was made separately and put on top of the perforated window logo after it was installed. Signs by Tomorrow did this and I am extremely pleased with the job they did! When it comes time to trade this car in, I will have them install another on my next SUV. This is my very own moving billboard! I have to say, it is probably the least expensive advertising I have done in a while and I think I like it best! 01/20/2012

The Witch's Brew is holding a Full Moon Fireside Circle tonight in old downtown Palm Harbor Florida.   The drumming circle begins at 7pm this evening at 1219 Florida Avenue, just off Alt 19 in downtown Palm Harbor. There will be Tibetan and crystal singing bowls but feel free to bring your drum of choice along with you to add to the music. If you have never been to the Witch's Brew, you need to check it out! In addition to a great time, you will also find ice cream, coffee, tea, wine and beer available at the Witch's Brew. And if you look carefully, you will find the Yellow Brick Road there as well.....................       01/09/2012

Palm Harbor Florida - Market Report for December 2011   During the month of December 2011 there were 62 Single Family Homes sold here in Palm Harbor Florida. They ranged as follows: On the high end we find a 4 bedroom 4 bath 4374 sq ft home List: $799,900     Sold: $775,000  Days on Market: 5 At the low end of the list is a 2 bedroom 2 bath 1218 sq ft home List: $ 74,900     Sold  $  74,900  Days on Market: 68   Average Sold Price: $199,895 Average Sold Price/Sq ft: $104.30 Average Days on Market: 78   Now let us look at townhomes, villas and condos during December 2011 in Palm Harbor Florida: On the high end 2 bedroom, 2 bath 2000 sq ft condo List: $369,900     Sold: $373,500  Days on Market: 288 At the low end of this list - 1 bedroom 1 bath 563 sq ft List: $ 14,900     Sold: $    5,0... 01/04/2012

Palm Harbor Florida's Holiday Parade - Saturday, December 10th in old downtown Palm Harbor. This year's Holiday Parade will be taking place tonight in Old Downtown Palm Harbor and the parade kicks off at 3pm! There will be floats and, of course, Santa Claus will also be on hand! Be sure to addend this event this afternoon in Palm Harbor Florida! After the parade be sure to stop in for dinner at one of the wonderful local restaurants right in Old Downtown Palm Harbor Florida.   12/10/2011

Palm Harbor Florida Market Report - November 2011   There were 54 single family homes that closed in the month of November here in Palm Harbor Florida. On the high end was a magnificent 3 story Gulf front pool home on Inidan Bluff Island. This 4 bedroom 4.5 bath 3909 sq ft home offers unbelievable views of the Gulf of Mexico from the balconies! Complete with dock, lift and davits this beautiful home was listed at $1,350,000 and closed after 153 days on the market for only $1,200,000!   At the other end of this list we find a 2 bedroom 1 bath 797 sq ft home in Lake Saint George. This short sale was listed and sold for 47k after 227 days on the market.   In the category of townhomes, villas and condos there were 23 closings during November 2011. On the high end we find a 3 bedroom 2.5 bat... 12/06/2011

Celestial Circle in old downtown Palm Harbor Florida is right next door to the Witch's Brew and my destination this afternoon. I needed a special card for a friend and knew exactly where to head to find it. While there, I decided to take a few photos to show everyone the fantastic metaphysical items that are carried at Celestial Circle. There were psychic readings taking place today as well. From there I went next door (through the connecting French doors) to the Witch's Brew for a cup of vanilla ice cream and a few more photos. The Witch's Brew has live music every Friday and Saturday from 8-11pm. If you are in the area, be sure to check it out! Since I live just 5 minutes away from these two shops, these are among my favorite destinations! The Witch's Brew offers various sweets, wines... 11/17/2011

Indeed, there are title companies and then there are title companies. The one type of title company does what is required by law - no more and, hopefully, no less. These title companies do not remain late so closings can take place, they are certainly not there on holidays and when the closing is over, it IS OVER! And then there are the other title companies, the ones that go above and beyond! Such a title company is Tropical Title Company of Palm Harbor Florida. Tropical Title Company is lucky enough to have Lorie Moots working there and Lorie is someone I highly recommend. During the time leading up to the closing, Lorie stayed on top of things and in constant email contact with all parties involved. Everyone knew exactly where we were in the process each step of the way. Last week I ... 11/15/2011

Palm Harbor Florida Market Report - October 2011   Palm Harbor Florida is such a LARGE area, extending from the shores of the Gulf of Mexico along St Joseph's Sound to the eastern side of Lake Tarpon. It is here that we will focus for the October 2011 market report, starting with the 68 single family homes that closed. On the high end is a magnificent Ozona Shores 5 bedroom 4 bath 4735 sq ft 3-story single family home that overlooks St Joseph's Sound and the Gulf of Mexico. Located on over a quarter acre of gulf front land with stunning wrap around balconies, this home was listed for $1,699,000 and sold after 172 days for $1,550,000. At the other end of this list of 68 homes we find a 3 bedroom 2 bath 1245 sq ft home that was listed for 45k and sold closed after only 24 days on the mark... 11/09/2011

Witchstock in Palm Harbor Florida is over for another year. I stopped by while Leslie Klein, owner of the Witch's Brew, was setting things up for the annual event.     Witchstock is always a lot of fun and everyone comes out for the event. This is just one of the many things I love about living just around the corner from Old Downtown Palm Harbor (yes, Crystal Beach is actually just around a bend in the road).     Although Witchstock is over, you can still stop by the Witch's Brew for a bottle of Vampire Blood red wine to celebrate the holidays!     And while you are there be sure to try some of their fantastic ice cream! Tell Leslie that I sent you and ask her about the live entertainment she has every weekend!     There is always something going on at the Witch's Brew in Palm Harbor F... 10/31/2011

Palm Harbor Florida Market Report for September 2011 is as follows: There were 65 single family homes sold in Palm Harbor Florida during September 2011. On the high end we find a 4 bedroom 4 bath home in Lansbrooks exclusive Rockwood. This 3659 sq ft pool home, situated on over a half acre of land, was listed at $579,900. After 107 days on the market this home sold for $550,000. At the other end of the list of single family homes that sold during September 2011 we find a modest 1 bedroom 1 bath home with 694 sq ft in the Lake St George area. This home was listed for $54,900 and sold after only 45 days on the market for $49,500. When we turn our attention to townhomes, villas and condos we find 40 closings during September 2011. On the high end is a beautiful townhome in Boot Ranch on La... 10/27/2011

"Jeanine Sparks (Metts) is tops in her field when it comes to dedication and customer satisfaction. We provided her with some ideas of what we were looking for in Palm Harbor and she was relentless until she found our new home. My husband and I are extremely happy that we decided to contact Jeanine via the internet. It was the easiest purchase and closing that we've ever experienced. Several years later we called Jeanine to sell our home and purchase one closer to my husbands work. Once again, we were very happy with the results." Charles & Sandra WatsonFound New Port Richey home, sold New Port Richey home several years later and found new home in Palm Harbor. 10/27/2011

Witchstock is coming back to Palm Harbor Florida! Saturday, October 29, 2011 from 3 pm to midnight in old downtown Palm Harbor. The event schedule is as follows:   3:30 pm is the pet costume contest which is always a lot of fun   4:30 - 5:30 Music from OZ with Terry Premru (everybody loves live music)   5:30 is time for the kids costume contest!   6:30 - 7:30 is the Corona Lime Carving Contest (what, you expected a pumpkin carving contest?) - Jack Poland & Friends will be providing music at this time as well -   7:30 - 11 pm is music by the Defendants   9 pm is the adult costume contest with CASH prizes (there is a $5 entry fee for this contest this year)   Where?  1219 Florida Avenue in old downtown Palm Harbor Florida, right in front of The Witch's Brew Cafe......and while you are the... 10/23/2011

Florida Real Estate Market Soars! Yes, it is true. The latest news report, out October 20th from the Florida Association of Realtors, says that existing home sales have increased 10% over September 2010. FAR also confirms what I have been saying all year, that Florida real estate sales have shown an upward trend since January 2011! Florida condo sales are also up 10% over a year ago AND the median sales price for condos is UP 7% over a year ago! Increased sales, increased median price, decreased inventory....what does that spell??? Economic recovery in the Sunshine State! With the 30 year fixed rate averaged at 4.11% in September 2011, there is little wonder that people are purchasing! When is the time to purchase? NOW!! Call a Realtor today and get started! If you are looking in the Cl... 10/20/2011

What if prices continue to decline? What if I did not get THE bottom price? Well, not wanting to burst your bubble BUT here is a fact: We CANNOT know where the exact bottom IS until that bottom becomes a WAS! Once we know for sure that the bottom has been reached, prices will already be on their way back UP! That means that you have to go with your gut and what the experts are telling you. Let us look at the Florida market right now. Both the National Association of Realtors AND the Florida Association of Realtors are writing reports that the Florida market has bottomed out and has started a SLOW up-swing. They also report that international investors are partially responsible for this since they are taking advantage of the low prices and gobbling up single family homes and condos as fa... 10/20/2011