Currently, there are 26 (6 short sales) resale single family homes available on the MLS in Hunter's Green. 11 homes currently under contract (6 short sales) and 9 homes have sold last month. The average asking price is $366,338 and the average sold price is $274,833. The average asking price per square foot is $118.81 and the average sold price per square foot is $99.94.  Hunter's Green is located in New Tampa and is one of the favorite places to live according to many New Tampa residence. Hunter's Green is a golf course community with a wonderful country club. As a New Tampa resident for 10 years, Hunter's Green continues to be one of the premier community in the area. If you are thinking about buying or selling real estate in the New Tampa area or if you have any questions, please giv... 07/02/2010

Lovely villas and townhomes are located in desirable gated community of Faircrest in prestigious Tampa Palms! Enjoy maintenance-free living at it's finest!  Enjoy the parks and friendly recreation lifestyle of Tampa Palms. Dining, shopping, schools, Interstate I-75 and I-275 are not far from home. The community features include heated pool, recreation building, fitness room, tennis courts, playgrounds, and clubhouse. Close to USF and the University area medical district! You will love Tampa Palms, with its 18-Hole Arthur Hills Golf Course, clubhouse, swimming pool, fitness center and spa services.  Faircrest is situated with a serene view of mature trees and conservation areas for quiet relaxation, yet only minutes away from shopping, choice restaurants, University Community Hospital, H... 06/20/2010

Here is your monthly look at the home sales in Live Oak Preserves located in New Tampa Florida. Currently, there are 24 (14 short sales) resale homes available on the MLS in Live Oak Preserve. 35 properties are currently under contract (28 short sales) and 3 properties sold in May. The average asking price is $205,395 and the average sold price is $141,100. The average asking price per square foot is $84.34 and the average sold price per square foot is $69.16.   If you are thinking about buying or selling real estate in the New Tampa area or if you have any questions, please give me a call or send me an email at 813.464.9744 / Lenny@HeadofRealEstate.com. Search for Tampa properties at www.VaughnRealEstateGroup.com 06/05/2010

Currently, there are 28 (8 short sales) resale single family homes available on the MLS in Hunter's Green. 13 homes currently under contract (7 short sales) and 2 homes have sold last month. The average asking price is $350,110 and the average sold price is $178,250. The average asking price per square foot is $116.50 and the average sold price per square foot is $83.11.  Hunter's Green is located in New Tampa and is one of the favorite places to live according to many New Tampa residence. Hunter's Green is a golf course community with a wonderful country club. As a New Tampa resident for 10 years, Hunter's Green continues to be one of the premier community in the area. If you are thinking about buying or selling real estate in the New Tampa area or if you have any questions, please giv... 06/05/2010

Tampa Bay Florida Real Estate - Tampa Palms Homes For Sale- Community Information Tampa Palms is the largest community in New Tampa. It has over 5,000 acres with thousands of acres of conservation land and many lakes. Tampa Palms is located approximately 1 mile south of the I-75 exit with Bruce B. Downs Blvd, and about 25-30 minutes from Tampa International Airport and downtown Tampa. It was awarded the prestigious Aurora Award by the Southeast Homebuilders Association and was named "the top master planned community in the US" by the National Association of Homebuilders.  This community was started in 1991. Tampa Palms is comprised of a number of unique "villages," each with their own unique design and price range. There are many different price points in Tampa Palms.   The Tampa Palms... 05/06/2010

Here is a great article from the Florida Realtors News, I wanted to share this with my readers: Fannie sweetens offer to avoid foreclosure WASHINGTON - April 26, 2010 - Struggling borrowers who give up their homes through a "deed in lieu of foreclosure" or a short sale will be able to obtain a new Fannie Mae loan in two years. Currently, these owners must wait at least four years. The new policy, which takes effect in July, is designed to make foreclosure alternatives more attractive. The policy applies only to Fannie Mae's willingness to approve a mortgage, however. Homeowners' credit scores will still take a hit following a short sale or deed in lieu of foreclosure. To qualify for a mortgage after the two year wait, Fannie Mae says borrowers must make a 20 percent downpayment; but tho... 04/28/2010

Ryland Homes just recently announced that they are the newest builder in Live Oak Preserve. They will be joining Lennar Homes and U.S. Homes that have both recently had there grand opening earlier this month. To find out more about Ryland Homes coming to New Tampa's Live Oak Preserve community click here! Click Here to Search for New Tampa Property! 04/20/2010

This post is in response to questions that I keep receiving regarding the New Tampa market conditions.  Many sellers and buyers are getting frustrated with the current short sale process. When this occurs, many buyers stop looking at short sale properties. Also, some buyers are attempting to beat the tax credit deadline, so they avoid short sales to minimize the risk of not being able to close by the deadline. Here is a look at Lenny Vaughn's "net" market observations. (I refer to it as the "net" market because some buyers are not looking at short sales. Remove the short sales from the inventory and this is what you get.) New Tampa - Total available inventory has decreased close to 50% from a year ago to date. Today (04/16/10) 448 homes are on the market and 41% of them are short sales.... 04/16/2010

It is that time of the year again! The annual Taste of New Tampa Business and Health Expo will be held this Sunday, April 18th from 1:00pm to 4:00pm at Freedom High School. This event is a great time to enjoy lots of food and fun while meeting New Tampa neighbors and local businesses.  Please click here to view the flyer and find out more about the event:  http://www.thetasteofnewtampa.com/   CLICK HERE TO SEARCH FOR NEW TAMPA REAL ESTATE   04/13/2010

Hunter's Green is located in New Tampa and is one of the favorite places to live according to many New Tampa residence. Hunter's Green is a golf course community with a wonderful country club. As a New Tampa resident for 10 years, Hunter's Green continues to be one of the premier community in the area. Currently, there are 16 (4 short sales) resale homes available on the MLS in Hunter's Green. There are 12 homes currently under contract (7 short sales) and 4 homes have sold last month. The average asking price is $355,231 and the average sold price is $217,500. The average asking price per square foot is $123.63 and the average sold price per square foot is $102.07.  If you are thinking about buying or selling real estate in the New Tampa area or if you have any questions, please give m... 04/01/2010

Here is your monthly look at the home sales in Live Oak Preserves located in New Tampa Florida. As a 10 year resident of New Tampa, I like keeping my neighbors updated on the real estate market in the area. New Tampa continues to be one of the strong real estate markets in Hillsborough County. Live Oak Preserve now has the builder Lennar Homes in their community and they are advertising new construction for sale. I have spoken to some of the residence about there opinion on this and they all seem excited. Currently, there are 25 resale homes available on the MLS in Live Oak Preserve. Out of these available homes 19 of them are being sold as a short sale. In March, 3 homes sold and 33 are currently under contract (23 are short sales). The average asking price is $219,056 and the average ... 04/01/2010

                               Premier Arbor Greene Homes in New Tampa  Enjoy the Peace of Nature                                                                                                With The City Not Far Away Arbor Greene is a premier master planned community in New Tampa, probably one of the most sought after communities in the area.(zip 33647) Arbor Greene is 596 acres of beautiful woodlands, conservation and meticulously landscaped properties. You'll notice the beauty as you drive through the 24 hour guarded manned entrance at the main gate. Some of the villages inside also have secondary electronic gates. The grounds are filled with Florida palm trees and beautiful flowers. You'll notice the sand cranes often while walking on the trails. What kind of home can you get in A... 03/27/2010

Congratulations to the Super Bowl Champion New Orleans Saints, the City and its fans.  It was a terrific game and it's nice to see the city of New Orleans celebrate, after going through a period of hard times.  And the Halftime Show put on by The Who, reminded us that father time is relentless and takes it toll.     Stocks have fallen sharply the past three weeks with the Dow losing 700 points along the way, which has helped to keep the interest rates steady.  But if Stocks are are showing some positive technical signs of a turnaround and potential rebound higher.  This would be a negative for Mortgage rate. This would be what everyone would be fearing the rise of rates! On Wednesday, Fed Chairman Ben Bernanke is scheduled to testify before the House Financial Services Committee to disc... 02/08/2010

I dont know about you, but for me this has been a very long week, by Tuesday I was hoping it was Friday.  My office moved locations and so its been a bit crazy. What I have noticed this week here In Tampa is that things are going to get better. As you all know we have been hit pretty hard, our prices here have dropped over 25%, my home has lost 50% of its Value in just 18 months! and so yes its been bad.  But my fellow Americans I do see a light at the end of the tunnel.  I know we all watch the news, "new homes fell by 10%" "existing homes sales fell by 10%" "this is the worst its been in the last 25 years", well you know what, I AGREE, but enough with the bad news.  how about some good news! how about the fact that now our median price here in Tampa is $140,000 from the $245,000 two ... 02/04/2010

I have a client with an impecable record, had great credit, has a stable job with over 6 figures. Bought a house during the real estate boom for $585,000, lets get right out of the way the comment of could he afford this house? the answer is yes, he was responsible with his purchase he was approved for over 800K. He has been in his house for over 4 years, his house was appraised last year for $285,000 here in the Tampa Bay Area. He has worked with Bank of America for 20 months now trying to get a modification so that he could stay in this house, the bank is slow to respond, he is just planning on walking away from this house.  The question posed here is why would a bank not want to work with this guy and make some sort of arrnagement rather than foreclosing on this house and making $200... 02/02/2010

Life is too short to wake up with regrets. ♥ So love the people who treat you right. ♥ Forget about the one's who don't. Believe everything happens for a reason. If you get a second chance, grab it with both hands. If it changes your life, let it. Nobody said life would be easy, they just promised it would be worth it. Post to your wall if you agree!!! When life gives you lemons learn to make Lemonade! 02/01/2010

Well, I have been pondering for weeks what direction I want to go with my blog. I asked myself, "How can I best assist my clients and provide the most beneficial knowledge to them through the blogging network?" I first thought about blogging about real estate tips and real estate updates, but that didn't feel like it was enough. Then it came to me, I will keep everyone updated with what is going on in the area I know best - NEW TAMPA, FLORIDA. I will keep my readers updated with New Tampa news, real estate, things to do, and everything you can think of regarding the New Tampa area. Everyone will soon understand why New Tampa is such a BIG hit and why people are moving to New Tampa everyday. If you are thinking about moving to New Tampa (or the surrounding areas) and/or you have any ques... 11/18/2009

Potential home buyers.  Here are some things to consider if you are sitting on the fence trying to decide if now is a good time to buy, or is next year a better time to buy a home -- Waiting for the right time can be expensive. Some buyers would have more equity today, despite falling prices, if they had bought when they first considered it instead of continuing to pay rent. Financing is fickle. Some people who were highly qualified last year can't find financing this year because the credit market has tightened or their personal financial situation now makes them an undesirable borrower. Interest rates are headed up. If prices decline by another 10 percent but interest rates increase by 1 percentage point, the monthly payment will be the same. Now is a terrific time to buy a home.  Ple... 10/13/2009

Every year we look forward to the Season Premier.  This year my daughter calls in her vote while the rest of the family vote online.  My husband and I don't dance, but boy is it terrific watching those stars work and work to get it right, some even making it look easy!  What dedication!  You really have to admire their tenacity!! Amazing! What a way to firm up and lose wait.  Every one are looking really fit!!This year Donny Osmond is my favorite dancing with Kym Johnson, Chuck Liddell & new dance instructor Anna Trebunskaya, Joanna Krupa & Derek Hough are super terrific, Ozzy Osborne's daughter, Kelly Osbourne & Louis van Amstel are really cute and she is really terrific on the dance floor - are they dating? Louie Vito & Chelsie Hightower are great; Melissa Joan Hart & Mark Ballas real... 10/12/2009

Come see the beautiful gated community of Ashington Estates. This 56 estate home community is with  walking distance to the Liberty and Freedom middle/high schools. The homes in this neighborhood are gorgeous! You wil find lots of privacy and an abundance of wildlife that is expected from being so close to a huge pond and conservation. The homes are close to Tampa Community Park and are part of the Tampa Palms area. You will love the convience of the area with it being so close to all the commercial and retail areas of New Tampa. It is also very easy to get on I-75 for an easy commute to Downtown Tampa or Tampa International Airport. The contents of this posting are the property of Pam Mabe and  Solaris Realty of TampaBay. Pam Mabe is a broker working in the Tampa area helping buyers an... 09/17/2009