The Daily Hot Sheet of Palm Beach Real Estate & FL Realtor News Tuesday, March 17, 2015   TODAY'S TOP STORIES CoreLogic: 1.2M borrowers regained equity in 2014 In Fla., one-in-four homeowners with a mortgage owe more than their home is worth; but by metro area, only the Tampa region ranks in the U.S. top five. Read more. U.S. home construction falls 17% in Feb. It's hard to break ground through a foot of snow, and fierce winter weather froze housing starts in the Northeast and Midwest. In the South, starts declined 2.5%. Read more. Rent-to-own homes making post-recession comeback Sellers who want to attract credit-challenged buyers, improve the quality of a neighborhood or flip homes quickly increasingly offer a rent-to-own option. Read more. Apartment growth shifts to suburbs Some mul... 03/17/2015

Buyers: The Difference between a Preapproval & A Prequalification Letter       Preapproval means that the mortgage lender is ready to make you a loan based on the information and documentation (verification of income, debt, credit, tax returns, and available funds) you provided at the time you requested a preapproval. The preapproval will say how long it is valid for and may contain some other conditions for you to get your loan. Your lender may not require that you pay any fees, but will require the cost of a credit report. Prequalification is a mortgage lender’s calculation of how much you could borrow based on information you supplied at the time of the inquiry. A prequalification does not mean you will get the loan, it simply is a guide based on what you provided. They are usually f... 03/15/2015

Internet Marketing Tips and Ideas to Help You Get the Most Out of Your Real Estate Website   How to Nurture Real Estate Leads with Content Marketing   by Vinny La Barbera As you should know by now, just having a website will never guarantee that you will generate business from it. On that same note, just getting lots of traffic, and even attracting a good amount of leads, does not mean that you will actually get new clients either. Successful lead generation campaigns – ones that produce actual business – must be comprised of all of these elements; a great website, a strategic traffic generation campaign, strong calls to action and one more thing….an effective lead nurturing campaign. In this article we are going to teach you how to nurture real estate leads with content marketing so yo... 03/15/2015

  Bank Foreclosures for Sale in Lake Worth, FL   The following is a market report on Bank Foreclosures in Lake Worth, Florida brought to you by Mark Baker at www.BuyingPalmBeachHomes.com . In this Market report we will cover the current homes on the market, the current market prices and the statistics of the sales of the 90 day sold properties including financing terms. This Real Estate Market Report will give home buyers and sellers a good understanding of the foreclosure market in Lake Worth, FL.   Current MLS Foreclosures for Sale 87 homes listed 34 marked Pending 11 marked Active Contingent 1 accepting Back Up orders 41 home available for purchase   Market Activity on MLS Listings (10 Days) Lake Worth Bank Foreclosures 8 New Listings 3 listings with a Price Change Reduction 2 listi... 03/15/2015

The Daily Hot Sheet of Palm Beach Real Estate & FL Realtor News Tuesday, March 10, 2015   TODAY'S TOP STORIES Trying to fix a credit report? The ordeal should get easier. A landmark agreement with the largest credit reporting agencies, Experian, Equifax and TransUnion, gives consumers more power. Read more. Fla. job demand hits eight-year high in Feb. If "more jobs" equals "more home sales," expect increased housing demand this spring. The state's number of online job openings hit a new high in Feb. Read more. Fla. eliminates last hurricane assessment It's official: Property insurance policies will cost slightly less after July 1 - Fla. abolished the last hurricane damage assessment it charged homeowners. Read more.   Rent vs. buy: New Fla. study looks for answers Is it a good time to ... 03/10/2015

The Daily Hot Sheet of Palm Beach Real Estate & FL Realtor News Tuesday, March 3, 2015   TODAY'S TOP STORIES Realtors in Tally as legislature kicks off session It's the first day of the Florida Legislature's 2015 session and also Great American Realtor Days, where members meet with lawmakers to discuss housing issues. Read more. NAR survey: Most Realtors feel safe on the job Only 1 in 25 Realtors have been a crime victim, but 40% say they feared for their safety at least once. Scariest times: Open houses, and vacant or model homes. Read more. Horrors highlight need to protect Fla. housing funds An Orlando Sentinel editorial supports full funding for Florida's housing trust funds, and it cites real-world examples of residents who need housing help. Read more.   Loan delinquencies back t... 03/03/2015

  Homes for Sale in Cedar Creek Ranch   The following is a market report for the residential development of Cedar Creek Ranch in Lake Worth, Florida brought to you by Mark Baker at www.BuyingPalmBeachHomes.com . In this Market report we will cover the current homes on the market, the types of real estate available, the current market prices within the community and the statistics of the sales of the 360 day sold properties including the property types and financing terms. This Real Estate Market Report will give home buyers and sellers a good understanding of the housing market in the development of Cedar Creek Ranch located in Lake Worth, FL.   Current MLS Homes for Sale 3 homes listed 1 marked Active Contingent 0 home available for purchase   Market Activity on MLS Listings (10 Days)... 03/01/2015

Lake Worth, of Palm Beach County, FL Market Stats & Facts for January 2015 Stats and facts about Lake Worth, Florida, are out for the month of January 2015.  The report is packed with information about the county and the local city mentioned above. In a nut shell the inventory of single family homes available for sale are at a 3.8 month selling point which is down nearly 27.4% from a year ago. That’s a good sign things are loosening up and people are buying. Click on this LINK, for more graphs and stats.   Whether you are buying or selling in this hot market of the County of Palm Beach, FL, choosing the right company will save you money, time and many sleepless nights. I not only have 30 years experience as a Realtor, construction was a passion of mine as well. This alone is worth so m... 02/28/2015

    The Daily Hot Sheet of Palm Beach Real Estate & FL Realtor News Tuesday, February 24, 2015   TODAY'S TOP STORIES Year-to-year home price gains level off S&P/Case-Shiller: For the past three months, home price year-to-year gains have been in a 4.5% range, suggesting at least a temporary level for the "new normal." Read more. Low rates locking some into homes How many owners will postpone putting their home on the market because they'll never get the same low mortgage rate again? Experts disagree about the impact. Read more. Number of movers relocating for a job at 5-year high More Americans seem comfortable moving if it means a better job. The number that relocated in the second half of 2014 hasn't been matched since 2009. Read more.   Americans' consumer confidence drops in Feb. Thi... 02/24/2015

  Bank Owned Home in Isola Bella Estates Lake Worth, FL Come see this 5 bedroom / 4.5 bathroom single family home in the Isola Bella Estates Lake Worth, Florida. Spacious courtyard model with pool and spa.  One story home on large lake front lot with fence yard.  Large master bedroom and living room. The home features tile flooring and carpet. Large covered patio in backyard. Bank Owned  and ready for new owners.  Call now for details on this great opportunity. Sizes approx. High definition video tour by Mark Baker. Property Features Isola Bella Estates Video Tour 5 Beds 4.5 Baths Large Lakefront lot with fenced yard 4,084 living square feet 3 Garage Built 2004   Lake Worth, FL Bank Foreclosure Homes for Sale  02/22/2015

  Homes for Sale Smith Farm Report   The following is a market report for the residential development of Smith Farms located in Lake Worth, Florida brought to you by Mark Baker at www.BuyingPalmBeachHomes.com . In this article we will cover the current market, the types of homes available, the current market prices within the community and the statistics of the sales of the 90 day sold properties including the property types and financing terms. This article will give buyers a good understanding of the housing market in the development of Smith Farms in Lake Worth. Current MLS Houses for Sale There are currently twenty-nine homes available for sale in Smith Farms. There are six listings marked as pending, one properties marked as contingent, four offers that are accepting backup offers... 02/20/2015

    Homes for Sale Thoroughbred Lakes Report   The following is a market report for the residential development of Thoroughbred Lakes located in Lake Worth, Florida brought to you by Mark Baker at www.BuyingPalmBeachHomes.com . In this Market report we will cover the current homes on the market, the types of real estate available, the current market prices within the community and the statistics of the sales of the 90 day sold properties including the property types and financing terms. This Real Estate Market Report will give home buyers and sellers good understanding of the housing market in the development of Thoroughbred Lakes in Lake Worth, FL. Current MLS Homes for Sale 8 homes available for sale 2 homes marked as pending 1 marked Active Contingent 5 homes available for purchase.... 02/19/2015

The Daily Hot Sheet of Palm Beach Real Estate & FL Realtor News Tuesday, February 17, 2015     TODAY'S TOP STORIES U.S. homebuilder confidence slides to 55 in Feb. Builders remain fairly optimistic; but while this month's confidence score mirrors 2006 and home sales have soared, they're more skittish about breaking ground. Read more. More adults are single – why you should care The traditional reasons for home buying apply to young couples with children. But 50% are now single, and agents must give them new reasons to own a home. Read more. Condo can't deny code-compliant shutter installation Real estate Q&A: A condo board cannot prohibit delivery or installation of hurricane shutters under Fla. law, but they do have leeway on specification guidelines. Read more.   Sunday is 2015 healt... 02/17/2015

    Homes for Sale Winston Trails Report The following is a market report for the residential development of Winston Trails located in Lake Worth, Florida brought to you by Mark Baker at www.BuyingPalmBeachHomes.com . In this article we will cover the current market, the types of homes available, the current market prices within the community and the statistics of the sales of the 90 day sold properties including the property types and financing terms. This article will give buyers a good understanding of the housing market in the development of Winston Trails in Lake Worth. Current MLS Houses for Sale Winston Trails Real Estate There are currently forty-eight homes available for sale in Winston Trails. There are ten listings marked as pending, seven properties marked as contingent, eig... 02/12/2015

The Daily Hot Sheet of Palm Beach Real Estate & FL Realtor News Tuesday, February 10, 2015   TODAY'S TOP STORIES CoreLogic: 39K completed foreclosures in Dec. 2014 Fla.'s year-over-year foreclosure inventory dropped 48.6% in Dec. - the second biggest decline - but had most completed foreclosures (118K) for the 12 months. Read more. FHFA hints at aid for underwater owners In the past, the agency has refused to consider reducing the principal on underwater properties. About 5.1M U.S. owners had negative equity in 3Q 2014. Read more. The best seasons to sell a home Spring may be thought of as the best season to list a home, but a Redfin analysis found sold prices only vary by a few percentage points regardless of the season. Read more.   New investors rush into student housing The influx ... 02/10/2015

    Homes for Sale Journeys End Report The following is a market report for the residential development of Journeys End located in Lake Worth, Florida brought to you by Mark Baker at www.BuyingPalmBeachHomes.com . In this article we will cover the current market, the types of homes available, the current market prices within the community and the statistics of the sales of the 150 day sold properties including the property types and financing terms. This article will give buyers a good understanding of the housing market in the development of Journeys End in Lake Worth. Current MLS Houses for Sale There are currently twenty-three homes available for sale in Journeys End. There are three listings marked as pending and four listings that are accepting backup offers which leaves sixteen ho... 02/09/2015

How to Pick Interior Wall Colors That Will Dazzle Any Prospect       Paint has remodeling power when you use it to emphasize a room’s best features or play down the flaws. “Paint is a powerful tool that can enhance the architectural character and intent of space,” says Minneapolis architect Petra Schwartze of TEA2 Architects. “As you choose your paint, think about what the experience in the room should be.” More Schwartze advice: Always sample paint colors on a few walls. Don’t be shy about painting a few large swaths on walls and trim to consider the effect of natural and artificial lighting. Add samples to opposite sides of a room to judge the paint color from different angles. Check the space with the samples in place and watch how the paint color changes at different times of the da... 02/08/2015

The charming neighborhood of Isola Bella Estates is a family friendly community ideal for families. The Sunset Palms Elementary School just a short drive away from the community, as well as, many other A-Rated schools and shopping centers. There are golf courses nearby, basketball courts, tennis courts, swimming pools, kid’s playgrounds, a clubhouse for residents to enjoy and a round-the-clock security service. 02/04/2015

The Daily Hot Sheet of Palm Beach Real Estate & FL Realtor News Tuesday, February 3, 2015   TODAY'S TOP STORIES Some investors trying to snag uninformed homeowners A few investors bombard homeowners with offers and promises of a waiting buyer, in hopes the owner doesn't realize how much home prices have increased. Read more. U.S. construction spending rose 0.4% in Dec. Construction spending accelerated in Dec. as building activity increased for new houses and government-backed highways. Single-family home spending rose 1.2%. Read more. S&P pays $1.38B to settle charges over crisis-era ratings S&P allegedly gave positive ratings to junk mortgages, though it didn't admit guilt. The agreement could lead to others - Fitch and Moody's are also accused. Read more.   Home price gains weakened... 02/03/2015

Stats and facts about Lake Worth, Florida, are out for the month of December 2014.  The report is packed with information about the county and the local city mentioned above. In a nut shell the inventory of single family homes available for sale are at a 3.7 month selling point which is down nearly 25.0% from a year ago. That’s a good sign things are loosening up and people are buying. Click on this LINK, for more graphs and stats.   Whether you are buying or selling in this hot market of the County of Palm Beach, FL, choosing the right company will save you money, time and many sleepless nights. I not only have 31 years experience as a Realtor, construction was a passion of mine as well. This alone is worth so much more than the average sales person or company out there in the field. W... 01/31/2015