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By Casey Joiner, Scenic Sotheby's International Realty
(Scenic Sotheby's International Realty www.caseyjoiner.com)
  A tax credit is now available for Qualified First Time Home Buyer's purchasing a principal residence on or afer January 1, 2009 and before December 1, 2009.  The big move is.....this one doesn't have to be repaid.   There is a definite time table for this generous gift.  The $8,000 tax credit only applies to homes purchased before December 1, 2009.  There could be an extention, but with the heat that Congress has caught over the money spent for stimulus.....I would bet my credit while I could.   Here is a snapshot of the Credit: The tax credit is for first time home buyer's only.  The IRS defines a first time home buyer as anyone who has not owned a principal residence in the 3 year period prior to their purchase. The tax credit does not have to be repaid. The tax credit is equal to 1...
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By Brandon Jordan
(ERA American Real Estate)
From the moment you enter into the driveway, the details will take your breath away! The antique fountain invites you through the mahogany entry doors of this true stucco house where 22' ceilings welcome you into the foyer. The home boasts Brazilian cherry hardwood floors, crown molding and bull nose throughout. Not one detail has been overlooked in the magnificent construction and design of this home, to name a few, trayed ceilings, built-in fish tank, solid oak staircase, solid oak garage doors, 5 1/4 baseboards, cherry wood cabinets, granite, central vac, security system, CAT 5 wiring for highspeed DSL internet, multiple surround sound systems and over 78 recessed lights for maximum lighting. The kitchen is every gourmet cooks dream complete with 40" stove, solid cherry cabinets, en...
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Open house from 12-3 :00 Contact Brandon Jordan cell (850) 758-1236 Detached Single Family . MLS#: 512989 OfficeFile#: ListPrice: $575,000 Status: Active ApproxSF: 3,506 BG: Address: 310 TEQUESTA DR     DESTIN, FL Bedrooms: 4 Zip: 32541 Baths Full/Half: 3/ County: OKALOOSA Stories: 2 MainArea: 14 Destin YearBuilt: 2004 SubArea: 02 E DESTIN NO OF 98 OccStat: Occupied Subdiv: EMERALD LAKES ImmOcc?   ParcelID: 00-2S-22-0981-0000-0250 ConstrStat: ConstrCmplt ElemSch: DESTIN Middle: DESTIN High: FORT WALTON BEACH Dir: East on Hwy 98 coming from Destin Commons - turn left at traffic light at Emerald Lakes Subdivision. Go through gate and follow Tequesta through roundabout to the right look for sign on the left. Legal: EMERALD LAKES PH III LOT 25 From the moment you enter into the driveway, th...
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Brandon Jordan | Coldwell Banker United | 850-758-1236 310 Tequesta, Destin, FL Situated in the gated community of Emerald Lakes you are only a minutes drive from Destin Commons, the magnificent sugar beaches and everything else 4BR/3BA Single Family House offered at $575,000 Year Built 2004 Sq Footage 3,506 Bedrooms 4 Bathrooms 3 full, 0 partial Floors 2 Parking 2 Car garage Lot Size 7,640 sqft HOA/Maint $0 per month DESCRIPTION From the moment you enter into the driveway, the details will take your breath away! The antique fountain invites you through the mahogany entry doors of this true stucco house where 22' ceilings welcome you into the foyer. The home boasts Brazilian cherry hardwood floors, crown molding and bull nose throughout. Not one detail has been overlooked in the magnif...
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From the moment you enter into the driveway, the details will take your breath away! The antique fountain invites you through the mahogany entry doors of this true stucco house where 22' ceilings welcome you into the foyer. The home boasts Brazilian cherry hardwood floors, crown molding and bull nose throughout. Not one detail has been overlooked in the magnificent construction and design of this home, to name a few, trayed ceilings, built-in fish tank, solid oak staircase, solid oak garage doors, 5 1/4 baseboards, cherry wood cabinets, granite, central vac, security system, CAT 5 wiring for highspeed DSL internet, multiple surround sound systems and over 78 recessed lights for maximum lighting. The kitchen is every gourmet cooks dream complete with 40" stove, solid cherry cabinets, eno...
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Detached Single Family . MLS#: 512989 OfficeFile#: ListPrice: $575,000 Status: Active Last Change: 3/21/2009 ApproxSF: 3,506 BG: Address: 310 TEQUESTA DR     DESTIN, FL Bedrooms: 4 Zip: 32541 Baths Full/Half: 3/ County: OKALOOSA Stories: 2 MainArea: 14 Destin YearBuilt: 2004 SubArea: 02 E DESTIN NO OF 98 OccStat: Occupied Subdiv: EMERALD LAKES ImmOcc?   ParcelID: 00-2S-22-0981-0000-0250 ConstrStat: ConstrCmplt ElemSch: DESTIN Middle: DESTIN High: FORT WALTON BEACH Dir: East on Hwy 98 coming from Destin Commons - turn left at traffic light at Emerald Lakes Subdivision. Go through gate and follow Tequesta through roundabout to the right look for sign on the left. Legal: EMERALD LAKES PH III LOT 25 From the moment you enter into the driveway, the details will take your breath away! The an...
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Contact Brandon Jordan cell (850) 758-1236 Detached Single Family . MLS#: 512989 OfficeFile#: ListPrice: $575,000 Status: Active ApproxSF: 3,506 BG: Address: 310 TEQUESTA DR     DESTIN, FL Bedrooms: 4 Zip: 32541 Baths Full/Half: 3/ County: OKALOOSA Stories: 2 MainArea: 14 Destin YearBuilt: 2004 SubArea: 02 E DESTIN NO OF 98 OccStat: Occupied Subdiv: EMERALD LAKES ImmOcc?   ParcelID: 00-2S-22-0981-0000-0250 ConstrStat: ConstrCmplt ElemSch: DESTIN Middle: DESTIN High: FORT WALTON BEACH Dir: East on Hwy 98 coming from Destin Commons - turn left at traffic light at Emerald Lakes Subdivision. Go through gate and follow Tequesta through roundabout to the right look for sign on the left. Legal: EMERALD LAKES PH III LOT 25 From the moment you enter into the driveway, the details will take your ...
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By Wendy Rulnick, "It's Wendy... It's Sold!"
(Rulnick Realty, Inc.)
Ariel Dunes Condo, Destin Florida The Ariel Dunes condo project in Destin Florida has 112 units for sale.  The complex is right across from Gulf of Mexico beaches and has amenities like pools, tennis and golf.  Only four units have sold in the past six months.  The latest was a short sale, which was approved in 90 days.  Summary: Property:  Ariel Dunes gulf view condo, 732 square feet Hardship:  Medical Lender:  Suntrust Original Purchase Date: July 2006 Original Purchase Price: $284,000 Current Sale Price:  $180,000 (fair market value) Debt Forgiven:  Over $50,000 This Suntrust Destin short sale was processed by a company called Loan Care, who handle some of Suntrust's overflow in loss mitigation.  The appraisal came back at $190,000 but Suntrust and its investors accepted the $180,000...
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By Brandon Jordan
(ERA American Real Estate)
Active Real Estate listings in 32459 homes listed by Coldwell Banker United Realtors       MLS# Ord Ar S Address Sqft BR BA Price YrBlt OfcID Links   1 507338   16/05 A 159 2ND ST S  1,435 3 2/0  $154,900 2005 ECU1     2 494753   16/04 A 124 GARDEN ST  1,146 2 2/0  $199,000 1999 ECU2     3 491997   16/05 A 149 MANDY CIR  1,700 3 2/  $227,500 2007 ECU2     4 496703   16/06 A 291 MOSAIC OAKS CIR  1,682 3 2/1  $279,900 2008 ECU2     5 496758   16/06 A 179 MOSAIC OAKS CIR  1,862 3 2/1  $289,900 2008 ECU2     6 496761   16/06 A 171 MOSAIC OAKS CIR. 1,862 3 2/1  $299,900 2008 ECU2     7 508179   16/02 A 41 PRESTON PATH  2,593 4 3/1  $499,000 2008 ECU1     8 490805   16/06 A 1678 J D MILLER RD  4,848 8 7/  $1,395,000 2000 ECU3     9 512351   17/03 A 165 MAPLE ST  3,032 5 3/0  $399,500 1992 ECU...
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By Brandon Jordan
(ERA American Real Estate)
 Active Real Estate listings in 32550 homes listed by Coldwell Banker United Realtors                             MLS 477380       120 DARROW DR  2082  3 2/1  $199,500 1998 ECU2      499408       49 HIBISCUS LN  1,690 2 2/0  $225,000 1997 ECU2       512460       2036 CRYSTAL LAKE DR  2,000 4 3/0  $445,000 2000 ECU2       490238       196 ST. FRANCIS DRIVE N  2,750 4 3/1  $549,000 2004 ECU6       488600       1165 TROON DR  2,622 4 3/  $673,000 2001 ECU2       484014       828 BAYSHORE DR  2,466 3 2/1  $999,950 1994 ECU2       505529       56 ST FRANCIS DR  3,634 7 5/0  $1,390,000 2006 ECU2       490492       3121 MERION DR  5,000 4 5/1  $1,950,000 2003 ECU2       479271       220 SHORE DR  5,000 5 5/2  $2,150,000 1997 ECU2   Detached Single Family . MLS#: 477380 ListPrice: $199,500 Stat...
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By Wendy Rulnick, "It's Wendy... It's Sold!"
(Rulnick Realty, Inc.)
This Indian Lake condo in Destin Florida has been approved for a short sale by Countrywide. It was listed by three agents before me for over two years. The stunner is - I got a good offer for my seller in less than 60 days, and got her short sale approved in only seven weeks! Summary: Property:  condo built 2004, 920 square feet Mortgage:  Countrywide - about $150,000 Hardship:  Seller lost one job, had hours cut on second job, see  "Destin Short Sale Seller: I Just Want Out"  Original List price:  $98,000 November 19 Priced Reduced: to $86,000 December 22 Contract: received fair market offer on Jan 12 Approved: March 3 Time from Package Fax to Approval:  7 weeks It's Wendy! Wendy Rulnick, Broker, CRP, CRS, GRI, ABR     Rulnick Realty, Inc. Search All Destin Florida Homes for Sale Dest...
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By Clayton Bonjean, Broker | Owner | MBA
(Mainsail Realty Company)
Destin, Florida Condo Foreclosures - Search the MLS. To search Foreclosure Condos in Destin, FL, please click the link below.   Destin, Florida Condo Foreclosure Search - Click Here   Our Destin, FL Foreclosure Search is the most accurate and up to date available.    Our listings are pulled directly from the Emerald Coast of Realtors MLS system and they are updated in real time. You can view all short sale and foreclosure listings by using our simple search options.  Please visit our website at www.mainsailrealtycompany.com.  You can also sign up to recieve updates when new foreclosures hit the market at www.JoinDealAlert.com.      
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By Brandon Jordan
(ERA American Real Estate)
Welcome to Fort Benning's Destin Army Recreation Area! Destin is known as "the World's Luckiest Fishing Village" with pristine beaches and emerald green waters. Voted #1 best beach in 2009 by Southern Living magazine, Destin also received awards for best family destination, best city, and best weekend getaway and was featured at one of the hottest kayaking spots in Florida. Located just 220 miles south of Fort Benning, Georgia, the Destin Army Recreation area is comprised of forty-six RV sites, thirty-four hotel rooms, twenty studios, fourteen apartments, thirteen two-bedroom villas, and five three-bedroom villas spread out over fifteen acres on the shores of the Choctawhatchee Bay, just minutes from The Gulf of Mexico and sugar white sandy beaches of Destin. Open year round and offeri...
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By Tracey Clay
(Clay & Company, LLC)
Fannie Mae Rescinds 4-Property Maximum: Up To 10 Properties Allowed For "Bona Fide" Real Estate Investor Most people agree - purging home inventory is paramount to the housing recovery, Fannie Mae just made that recovery a lot more likely.  Effective immediately, Fannie Mae is rescinding its 4-financed-property per person restriction. Fannie Mae is committed to providing financing opportunities for high-credit quality, bona fide investors.  Experienced investors play a key role in the housing recovery. The use of the adjectives "high-credit quality", "bona fide" and "experienced" was a conscious one, by the way.  Fannie Mae is averse to first-time investors and other foreclosure opportunists.  Instead, it wants to serve individuals with a history of owning and successfully managing rent...
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By Casey Joiner, Scenic Sotheby's International Realty
(Scenic Sotheby's International Realty www.caseyjoiner.com)
  Open House in Sandestin's Premier Gated Community-Burnt Pine. Saturday Feb. 28th 10 a.m.-3p.m. This incredible home was built in 2005 and sits on one of the largest lots in Sandestin. Do not miss the opportunity to view this incredible home. 5 Bedrooms 4 Full Baths 2 Half Baths 5,200 Sq Ft $2,500,000 Furnished  
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By Casey Joiner, Scenic Sotheby's International Realty
(Scenic Sotheby's International Realty www.caseyjoiner.com)
  Location is King for this perfect second home or vacation rental opportunity.  Crystal Beach Cottages are located just 2 blocks from the Gulf of Mexico and steps away from the dining, shopping, and movie theatres of Destin's premier outdoor shopping mall Destin Commons.  4490 Luke Ave. also has the perk of having one of only a few private heated pools in the community.  There is a community pool for everyone....but there is nothing like having one of your own.  Do not miss the opportunity to check out the views and location of this 3Bed/3Bath home. Here's the details. $405,900 1,299 Sq Ft. 3 Bed/3 Bath Heated Pool Great rental income potential Currently is renter occupied....but easy to show
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By Clayton Bonjean, Broker | Owner | MBA
(Mainsail Realty Company)
REO "BANK OWNED" BUYING STRATEGIES - DESTIN, FL   To search Destin, Santa Rosa Beach, and Hwy 30A REOs (Bank Owned) properties please click the link below. Destin Foreclosure Search. Destin, Florida Foreclosure Help:  There are many options available other than foreclosure.  I am a "Certified Distressed Property Expert" and have the experience necessary to help you avoid foreclosure.  Please call me at 850-585-1284 or email me at BrokerClayton@gmail.com for foreclosure help. REO Strategies - Financing Tip #1 I was working on a REO today for a client.  The house we found was priced aggressively and the bank holding the property offered to finance the house. The terms were excellent and the rate was discounted.  This is one of the advantages of purchasing REOs from banks.  On a good scena...
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By Josh McLean
(Clay and Company,LLC)
        Destin to 30A CondosWelcome to the most comprehensive list of Destin through 30A Condos available.  This is the easiest way to search Destin through 30A condos available today.  Feel free to browse through Destin condos, Miramar Beach Condos, Sandestin Condos, and condos along 30A.  You can search these condos by location, size, price, waterfront/waterview, etc . . .  The links you see below are currently the available condos for sale in each cagegory.  If you would like more information on a Destin through 30A condo please feel free to email or call me at anytime.Label it- Destin to 30A Condos by Price All Condos under $100,000All Condos $100,000-$200,000All Condos $200,000-$300,000All Condos $300,000-$400,000All Condos $400,000-$500,000All Condos $500,000-$600,000All Condos $6...
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By Wendy Rulnick, "It's Wendy... It's Sold!"
(Rulnick Realty, Inc.)
Most of us have read the Treasury Department's new Homeowner Affordability and Stability Plan After reading the plan, with details to be unveiled on March 4, I want to know- "How will the plan affect Short Sales? " Most of the plan is focused on aiding homeowners whose primary residence is at risk of foreclosure.  Not everyone will be helped by this plan.  Some of those who won't may include homeowners with loans not guaranteed by Fannie Mae or Freddie Mac.  Many have lost jobs or have lost so much income they would not qualify. Other owners may have rental properties that cannot be sustained.  In my area on the Emerald Coast of Florida, military families from Eglin Air Force Base or Hurlburt Field are required to relocate to change bases.  These airmen often keep their past residence ...
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By Clayton Bonjean, Broker | Owner | MBA
(Mainsail Realty Company)
DESTIN FLORIDA FORECLOSURES | 30A     Destin FL Foreclosures can present fantastic buying opportunites.  I understand all aspects of the foreclosure buying and selling process and would love to help you achieve success.   Search Foreclosures in Destin, Sandestin, Miramar Beach, Santa Rosa Beach, Seagrove, Niceville, Freeport and Fort Walton Beach by clicking the link below. DESTIN FLORIDA AND SURROUNDING AREA FORECLOSURES   Sign up to recieve weekly foreclosure updates at DEAL ALERT!   Destin, Florida Foreclosure Help:  There are many options available other than foreclosure.  I am a "certified distressed property expert" and have the experience necessary to help you avoid foreclosure.  Please call me at 850-585-1284 or email me at clayton@mainsailrealtycompany.com for foreclosure help.
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