The mindset of a champion: POWERFUL Key Ingredients 1. Begin with the end in mind. How do I want others to view my accomplishments? Plan your goals to build toward the final end result 2. Always think Positive and share Positive...Yes I can do this! Yes, I know you can do it, I believe in You 3. Winners Never Quit, Quitters Never Win 4. We Can Do This 5. Now is the Time to make a stand 6. Don't let Emotions control you, You Control Emotions. 7. A champion is someone who get's up after falling and has a strong finish to the fight...Keep this one written down on your refrigerater or somewhere close by 8. Hold yourself Accountable for your actions! 9. The ones who don't have dreams are usually the ones who try to discourage others. Try to turn this around and lead those people to have drea... 02/23/2011

Located in the Villages of Viera East, Auburn Lakes is a 249 home community that is surrounded by lakes and natural preserve.  The community features a swimming pool and is within walking distance of the Viera East Community Park which features a large pavilion, tennis courts, basketball courts, volleyball net, playground and facilities.  There is also a walking trail through the preserve which connects with Heron's Landing, another one of the communities in Viera East.  The community is also within walking distance of Ralph M. Williams Elementary which is very convenient for school aged children. Holiday Builders built the homes in the community in 2003-2004.  At the time, they were the 25th builder in the United States and had a very strong local reputation since their corporate offi... 02/21/2011

While showing homes earlier this week at Heritage Isle, Viera’s premier 55+ gated community, I commented about Heritage Isle’s really nice fitness center within it's 19,000 club complex.  My clients also asked about other nearby fitness centers as they were not totally committed to 55+ living - yet. The first fitness center that comes comes to mind is the Health First Pro-Health Fitness complex in Viera next door to the new Viera Hospital (opening scheduled for April; open house to be held March 26.) The Health First Pro-Health Fitness Center is a two story state of the art 68,000 sq ft facility offering pools, an indoor track, fitness and nutrition classes, personal trainers, indoor racquetball courts, gyms with regulation basketball and volleyball courts, sauna, steam room, free wi-fi... 02/17/2011

So, Are You Looking to Rent a Single Family Home in Viera,Fl? Well you might be in for a surprise if you have not begun your search. I did a search for homes in Viera/ West of I-95, minimum 2100 Square foot and 4 Bedroom and 3 Baths, and only 7 Homes are currently active and available fo rent. The Monthly Rent List Price starts at $1850 and goes up to $2500 for a larger Waterfront Pool home in Charolais Estates. Homes for Rent in Viera are moving very fast! If you are needing something right away, you need to be on the top of your game and have an agent that monitors the market activity and when a new listing arrives to the market. Often times the most desired homes are taken within a day to a few days from hitting the market. If you would like a first hand current snapshot of the ALL a... 02/16/2011

Orlando Job Market 10,000 Job Openings (edit/delete) That's according to one website.Top Industry Hiring? Health Care, Technology, Hospitality and Banking/ Finance. I have not personally verified this claim however a local Fox News station has also aired a story on this topic. If you are in the hunt for a Job or maybe you know someone who is, would be a great time to check these top industries in demand. If you are possibly looking to re-locate to Central Fl and need to Rent or look to Purchase a Home, Let me know if there if youre in need of my services. If you are long distance, I'd be happy to send you some properties via the internet to start you off! Visit SteveSellsFlorida.com to begin!   02/16/2011

So we all know by now that homes are selling faster now since the economy has stabilized and rates have been very low. So what's moving? Well, I broke it down into what is Currently Under Contract and Closed in Jan Currently Under Contract: Currently throughout ALL of Brevard County there are 1354 Single Family Homes in the Contingent Status or Under Contract: Included in that Total are 720 are Short Sale and 305 Bank Owned or REO, so Did you see that? a total of 1025 of the 1354 are Short Sale and REO!!! Homes under contract: List Price Breakdown $0-99,999- Units 647 $100k-$199,999 Units 452 $200k-$299,999 Units 141 $300k-$399,999 Units 65 $400k-$499,999 Units  18 $500k-$599,999 Units  8 $600k-$699,999 Units 6 $700k-$799,999 Units 7 $800k-$899,999 Units 4 $900k-$1.099mil - 0 $1,100,000... 02/15/2011

How to Navigate the Viera Roundabout Many people traveling through Viera have questions and concerns about how to correctly navigate the Viera roundabout.  Drivers unfamiliar with this traffic pattern are confused about which lane to choose and often do not have enough time to read all the directional signs before entering the roundabout.  Here are some traffic rules and signs to illustrate proper lane choice: Before entering, yield to drivers in the roundabout. If you are turning right enter the right lane. If you are turning left enter the left lane. If you are going straight you may enter either lane. Stay in your lane; do not change lanes. In the roundabout, yield to exiting vehicles. Contact Laura Forman, Realtor, for information about buying or selling a home in Viera, Florida. 02/11/2011

Ok, so you are one of those 80+ percent that is ready to purchase a home and you started your search with the Internet! You have looked several websites full of houses for sale. Maybe you have even started driving around to visit neighborhoods and been through some open houses. Now What? Maybe you have even thought of just calling off the signs and work directly with whomever is selling the house just to save time? If you are thinking there might not be a real need for having a Buyers Agent represent you, please read this, it might just change your mind. Below are some important factors that offers The Home Buyer a greater understanding of benefits a Buyers Agent has to offer! Benefits Of Hiring A Buyers Agent For most people buying a home is the largest investment they will ever make. ... 02/11/2011

If your in the market for a listing or buyers agent that can offer you or your client in the Viera,Fl location an expert  of the market, extensive knowledge of luxury and new construction, customer service and attention to detail, then send me an email. I'd love to help!  THIS HOME IS DECORATED WITH ALL THE BELLS AND WHISTLES. HOME HAS INCREDIBLE UPGRADES AND DECOR THAT WAS INTERIOR DESIGNED! LOT'S OF ROOM TO ROAM IN THIS OVER 3760 SF ESTATE HOME LOCATED IN BEAUTIFUL GATED GOLF COMMUNITY Fairway Lakes at Viera just adjacent to The DURAN Golf Course. HOME IS EQUIPPED WITH 13 FLAT TV'S CUSTOM TREATMENTS, BOSE SOUND, CUSTOM PAINT THROUGHOUT, BEAUTIFUL CABINETS, APPLIANCES, RESORT STYLE POOL WITH OUTSIDE SUMMER KITCHEN. HOME CAN BE PURCHASED COMPLETELY FURNISHED. VIEW VIRTUAL TOUR AT WWW.6... 02/04/2011

So, Why are there so many New Homes going up in Viera, Fl? Answer: Supply & Demand Communities such as Fairway Lakes, Daintree, Chelford, Chelford Lakes, Levanto, Colfax Landing, and CharolaisEstates The Villages of North or South Solerno in Viera, have All seen a huge pick up in Activity as well as New Purchases already underway! Several Factors contributing to this surge are: Recovery in overall Economy, Lower Inventories of Luxury Homes, 3 Years of Pent up Buyers, Low Interest Rates, Low Prices of New Construction(a sense of urgency that prices are expected to rise as the price of commodities and cost of goods are rising), Also Available Lending to build New Custom Homes.......... Construction to Perm Financing is available for FHA/VA loans that was generally hard to find. a Qualifi... 02/04/2011

So, Why are there so many New Homes going up in Viera, Fl? Answer: Supply & Demand Communities such as Fairway Lakes, Daintree, Chelford, Chelford Lakes, Levanto, Colfax Landing, and Charolais Estates The Villages of North or South Solerno in Viera, have All seen a huge pick up in Activity as well as New Purchases already underway! Several Factors contributing to this surge are: Recovery in overall Economy, Lower Inventories of Luxury Homes, 3 Years of Pent up Buyers, Low Interest Rates, Low Prices of New Construction(a sense of urgency that prices are expected to rise as the price of commodities and cost of goods are rising), Also Available Lending to build New Custom Homes.......... Construction to Perm Financing is available for FHA/VA loans that was generally hard to find. a Qualifi... 02/01/2011

Homes are selling and inventory is shrinking as the market has started to gain ground over the past few months. In Brevard County Florida buyers are snatching up Condos and Single Famliy Homes from Direct River to Golf Course and communities throughout Viera, Fl If you're considering selling and making a move to a nearby neighborhood or building a new home-Now might be a great time to get your home ready to sell. You will want to make some calls and interview who will do the best job if you decide to list your home. Choosing the right Real Estate Professional is one of the most important decisions you'll make in selling your home. When you interview a real estate professional for the job of selling your house, here are some things you should ask and watch for: How long have they been in... 01/28/2011

Sonoma at Viera is a master planned unit development in Viera loccated just west of I-95 in Brevard County, Fl. Homes were built by Burgoon Berger and Lennar. Constructed as an upscale community with homes rangin from 1,700 suqare feet of living to over 3,400 square feet of living, from 3 Bedrooms to 5 Bedrooms and 3 Baths with a 3 Car Garage. The Homes were constructed from 2003 to 2006. The community is gated and has beautiful landscapes and lakes and a community recreation park with Tennis, BasketBall, VolleyBall and a Pavillion for parties. Sonoma has a South entrance and a North Entrance. Located right next to Summer Lakes, where the Million dollar homes are, the variety and quality of Homes along with the location of Sonoma at Viera makes for a very desireable place to live. I am ... 01/28/2011

I just closed on this on Jan 6th, 2011. Home sold for $650,000 with furnishings $690,000 If your in the market for a listing or buyers agent that can offer you or your client in the Viera,Fl location an expert  of the market, extensive knowledge of luxury and new construction, customer service and attention to detail, then send me an email. I'd love to help!  THIS HOME IS DECORATED WITH ALL THE BELLS AND WHISTLES. HOME HAS INCREDIBLE UPGRADES AND DECOR THAT WAS INTERIOR DESIGNED! LOT'S OF ROOM TO ROAM IN THIS OVER 3760 SF ESTATE HOME LOCATED IN BEAUTIFUL GATED GOLF COMMUNITY Fairway Lakes at Viera just adjacent to The DURAN Golf Course. HOME IS EQUIPPED WITH 13 FLAT TV'S CUSTOM TREATMENTS, BOSE SOUND, CUSTOM PAINT THROUGHOUT, BEAUTIFUL CABINETS, APPLIANCES, RESORT STYLE POOL WITH OUTSID... 01/26/2011

Viera Florida is one of the most desirable areas to move to in Brevard and perhaps in Central Florida! Top reasons to own a New Home in Viera Fl 1. Location! - Viera Is Centrally located in Brevard County, FL with much to offer like New Shops at The Avenue Viera, plenty of Restaurants, new A rated schools, several Golf courses, a Brand New Health First Medical complex, New Sports Complex, Parks and lots of Worship centers. All of this while being just minutes to the Water or 45 Min to Orlando, why move anywhere else? Above photo was taken in the evening at The Avenue Viera at the courtyard which is the center of attention! Live music and green market events are held there often. 2. Something For Everyone! - with 16 Communities to choose from and prices starting in the Mid $100's for Tow... 01/26/2011

VIERA IS ABOUT TO HAVE A NEW ADDITION TO THE FAMILY, THE NEW VIERA HOSPITAL IS SET TO OPEN IN APRIL! Hospital & Health Park: PRO-HEALTH & FITNESS HAS BEEN OPEN AND IS ADJACENT TO THE FACILITY The following text is quoted from the website www.vierahospital.org and is linked below.Viera HospitalProgress is being made daily on the 50-acre integrated healthcare campus - the only one-stop, medical wellness 'health park' of its kind in Brevard County. To address the expanding needs of this growing area, the Viera Health Park campus will include three integrated healthcare components within easy walking distance of one another: The 68,000-sq.-ft. Pro-Health & Fitness Center in Viera with state-of-the-art exercise equipment, which is fully operational following its Fall 2008 grand opening The 7... 01/26/2011

If gated, newer construction, golf course living is what you seek, consider making Fairway Lakes at Viera your next home. Having shown homes for sale in Fairway Lakes at Viera a couple of weeks ago I can attest to the attractive opportunities for Florida golf course living near Brevard County's newest golf course – Duran Golf Club! During 2010 there were six homes sold in the Fairway Lakes subdivision with an average selling price of $459,000. Some of these were re-sales and about half were new construction.   As we speak there are several new construction homes underway by Christopher Burton Homes as well as Viera Builders.  I spoke with another builder this morning about acquiring lots for construction in Fairway Lakes at Viera so I am hopeful! There are quite a few lots owned by Toll... 01/22/2011

As of 3:00PM Wed 1/19/2011 there were 4,38 Active Single Family Homes for Sale in Brevard County, Fl Within that total there is CURRENTLY 1,429 Homes at or under $100,000 or a median price of just $69,900.....Thats 35% of the total homes below the median home prices here in Brevard...just to put this into an affordability perspective. What would a loan payment be for a purchase of $100,000 with an FHA mortgage?: $518.03 based on a 5% 30 year fixed rate excluding the upfront Mortgage Insurance Premium and Taxes/Hazard Insurance. Let's say you estimated $300 per month for the Taxes & Insurance so it would be $818.03 (keep in mind this number is strictly an estimate and would vary depending on the property) Now let's look at Renting: The Average Rent List Price for Single Family Homes in B... 01/19/2011

 Weather Fact: Florida was the only State in the USA that had NO SNOW last week! Maybe its time to consider a place here in Florida? Better Yet-VIERA,FL Many folks do not know where we are however when you say Brevard County keeps cities such us Cocoa Beach or We are Home of the Kennedy Space Center aka where we launch the Space Shuttle, they pop and say oh yes! I know where that is! The above is a photo from one of the launches in 2008, As a local Brevard Resident watching the Space Launch is a true privlage. There are only two more launches left until the program expires. The next launch is set for FEB 24th for the Discovery and Apr 19 for the Endeavour View All Available Homes FOR SALE FREE at www.STEVESELLSFLORIDA.COM   01/18/2011

I just closed on this on Jan 6th, 2011. Home sold for $650,000 with furnishings $690,000 If your in the market for a listing or buyers agent that can offer you or your client in the Viera,Fl location an expert  of the market, extensive knowledge of luxury and new construction, customer service and attention to detail, then send me an email. I'd love to help!  THIS HOME IS DECORATED WITH ALL THE BELLS AND WHISTLES. HOME HAS INCREDIBLE UPGRADES AND DECOR THAT WAS INTERIOR DESIGNED! LOT'S OF ROOM TO ROAM IN THIS OVER 3760 SF ESTATE HOME LOCATED IN BEAUTIFUL GATED GOLF COMMUNITY OF DURAN. HOME IS EQUIPPED WITH 13 FLAT TV'S CUSTOM TREATMENTS, BOSE SOUND, CUSTOM PAINT THROUGHOUT, BEAUTIFUL CABINETS, APPLIANCES, RESORT STYLE POOL WITH OUTSIDE SUMMER KITCHEN. HOME CAN BE PURCHASED COMPLETELY FU... 01/18/2011