MARKET ACTION REPORT FOR NEW TAMPA 33647 FOR SINGLE FAMILY HOMES IN OCTOBER 2013 OCTOBER MEDIAN SALES PRICE $253,065 OCTOBER AVERAGE SALES PRICE $285,971     OCTOBER AVERAGE # OF DAYS ON MARKET WERE 84 AVERAGE PRICE PER SQUARE FOOT (BASED ON NEW LISTINGS) IS $115 OCTOBER SOLD PRICE PER SQUARE FOOT IS $104 OCTOBER MONTHS SUPPLY OF INVENTORY IS 4.2 OCTOBER SALE PRICE VS LIST PRICE RATIO IS 97.2% October Property Sales were 80, down 12.1% from 91 in October of 2012 and equal to 80 of last month. October 2013 sales were at a mid level compared to October of 2012 and 2011. October YTD sales of 953 are running 27.9% ahead of last year's year to date sales of 745. There are still plenty of great homes in the New Tampa and surrounding area's for sale, however inventory is starting to dwindle do... 11/18/2013

The 21st century revolutionized the way we are living and everything around us and the Real Estate industry is not an exception. With introducing new ways of communicating with clients, auctioningproperties online, marketing listings on the internet, and in some cases even working with customers living in other countries and purchasing properties they have never seen in real life, the Real Estate professionals had to adjust in order to stay successful. Here at SI Real Estate, we have managed to develop the perfect set of marketing efforts which enabled us to stay strong during the financial crisis and even evolve in a more successful entity during the recent years of the market recovery here in the greater Tampa Bay area. The year 2013 has been our most successful year ever and we are e... 11/17/2013

  Tampa, FL - Lowry Park Zoo’s Military Appreciation Day 2013  In honor of Veterans Day, Lowry Park Zoo in Tampa is giving free admission to Veterans and up to 3 dependent members of their family for the day tomorrow (Monday, 11/11). The military member will need to show their Department of Defense photo i.d. at the Zoo’s admission windows. Dependents may take advantage of the offer without their service member, although an adult must accompany minors. Photo by Toni Weidman     Lowry Park Zoo is located at 1101 West Sligh Avenue, Tampa, FL. Hours at 9:30a.m. to 5p.m. This local event information brought to you as a courtesy by Toni Weidman- Re/Max Sunset.  Please contact the organizers for questions or concerns. And, have fun!     Recent Posts 3 Bedroom Hudson Home- Now Pending Timber G... 11/09/2013

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Bocce Ball a New Old Game Bocce Ball closely related to ancient games played in the Roman Empire. Developed into its present form in Italy, and is played around Europe and also in overseas areas that have received Italian migrants, including Australia, North America, and South America and Australia. Rules of Play Bocce is traditionally played on natural soil and asphalt courts 27.5 metres (90 ft) in length and 2.5 to 4 metres (8.2 to 13 ft) wide. Bocce balls can be made of metal or various kinds of plastic.  A game can be conducted between two players, or two teams of two, three, or four. A match is started by a randomly chosen side being given the opportunity to throw a smaller ball, the jack (called a boccino or pallino in some areas), from one end of the court into a zone 5 metres (1... 10/20/2013

Home Size Matter to Seniors  We’ve known for a long time home buying is an individual experience, largely dependent on personal circumstances and tastes. Now, two national surveys shed light on how generational differences can influence the choices buyers make concerning home size, location and age of the home.   The National Association of Home Builders’ “What Home Buyers Really Want” survey indicates the amount of space a buyer requires drops steadily as the age of the buyer increases. Among those younger than 35, the desired home size is around 2,500 square feet compared to the 2,065 square feet averaged by those 65 and older. That’s a pretty significant difference. Meanwhile, the inaugural “2013 National Association of Realtors Home Buyer and Seller Generational Trends” study relea... 10/20/2013

Are Active Adults Too Old to Trick or Treat? Are you ever too old to “trick or treat?”  A little bit of pre-Halloween humor… You know you are too old to Trick or Treat when:   10. You keep knocking on your own front door. 9. You remove your false teeth to change your appearance. 8. You ask for soft high fiber candy only. 7. When someone drops a candy bar in your bag, and you lose your balance and fall over. 6. People say: ‘Great Boris Karloff Mask,’ and you’re not wearing a mask. 5. When the door opens you yell, ‘Trick or…’ and you can’t remember the rest. 4. By the end of the night, you have a bag full of restraining orders. 3. You have to carefully choose a costume that doesn’t dislodge your hairpiece. 2. You’re the only Power Ranger in the Neighborhood with a walker. And the number o... 10/20/2013

  Pumpkin Toss at Lowry Park Zoo in Tampa, FL   Come out to the Pumpkin Toss and see the animals  enjoy their Halloween Party at Lowry Park Zoo, 1101 W. Sligh Ave, Tampa FL 33604. This is happening on Friday, November 18, 2013.  11am-1pm.     The animals get to play, lick, toss and pounce on seasonal treats. See who does the best job at the Pumpkin toss.   The Pumpkin Toss is part of the animal enrichment program and is included free of charge with Zoo admission. Check out their Facebook page, click here.Photo courtesy of Lowry Park Zoo.   If you go to the Pumpkin Toss at Lowry Park Zoo in Tampa, FL be sure to wear sun protection;  and bring your camera. This local event information brought to you as a courtesy by Toni Weidman- Re/Max Sunset.  Please contact the organizers for questions... 10/10/2013

Not All Reverse Mortgages Are Created Equal There's an important distinction to be made about the reverse mortgages I blog about and other reverse mortgages you hear about on the news. The reverse mortgages I blog about are insured by the Federal Housing Administration. This means a couple of things: FHA-insured reverse mortgages are non-recourse loans, meaning your heirs are not responsible for repayment, even if you pass away. With forward mortgages, or home equity lines of credit, however, your heirs incur the debt if you were to pass away. While it's essential that you, as the borrower, benefit from the substantial cash flow boost a reverse mortgage can offer, it's also important to consider what you will be leaving behind if you chose not to get a reverse mortgage. On top of your p... 10/09/2013

*See Tampa area Villas for Sale, in Hillsborough, Pasco, Pinellas, and Hernando Counties* - See Pictures & Virtual tours. Call for Realtor Assistance whether looking to buy or sell.  Need First Time Home Buyer Assistance?  Relocating to MacDill area? Please call Tampa Home Buy Realty for an experienced Realtor to Assist you.  We will work with you at your pace -- just starting to look? in a rush? We are here for you. *See Tampa Pool Homes for Sale* I would love to hear from you, Stephanie LeFew Tampa Home Buy Realty 813-624-3332 www.TampaHomeBuy.com All Our Services are FREE to Our Buyers Check our our Buyer Incentives     10/07/2013

*See Tampa homes for sale where the owner has indicated that Owner Financing is Possible* (Hillsborough, Hernando, Pinellas, Pasco Counties) Please call Stephanie LeFew, Tampa Realtor, for questions. *Complete your own customized search by clicking here" Warmly, Stephanie LeFew, Tampa Realtor Tampa Home Buy Realty www.TampaHomeBuy.com 813-624-3332 10/07/2013

*See Lots for Sale in Tampa Bay - Hillsborough, Pasco, Pinellas, & Hernando Counties* Call experienced Tampa Realtors for Assistance in your search for land for sale in Tampa Florida. All Our Services are FREE to Buyers.  Call for Details on our Buyer Incentive. *See Tampa Homes For Sale Here* Warmly, Stephanie LeFew, Tampa Realtor Tampa Home Buy Realty 813-624-3332   10/07/2013

Today is the day to refer a friend! Real Estate is all about reputation and my reputation has proven to be honest and a out of the box thinker! I never give up on my clients and I will always work to get your deal done. After being in this business for a while you realize deals fall through about 10 times before they close. This can be anywhere froma minor hicup to a major melt down. I help soothe the situation and close! I have probably helped you or someone you know so now let me help your friens find their Dream Home. :)   10/07/2013

  Tampa, FL -  City In The Mist Coming back from an African Violet Council Flower Show, last week, we used the Bayside bridge and to our east we could see (just barely) the Tampa skyline. Tampa is a spread-out city rather than a high-rise city so the skyline may not be an impressive as some cities. However, since this bridge didn’t exist 20 years ago when we drove down to Craig’s parents home every week and we had to take the long way around, I just love this view.   I never get tired of the bridge views anywhere on our peninsula state.   I think it's because of the water! (keep in mind, we were traveling at 55 miles an hour when I took this).   Recent Posts October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month Andrea Bocelli at Tampa’s Times Forum Shayna is Patiently Waiting For Caturday Looking Fo... 10/04/2013

What the Heck Is PickleBall? A Lively Racket Game for all Ages and Abilities PickleBall was created with one thing in mind: fun. The fast-moving sport, played on a small surface, provides plenty of aerobic exercise, stretching, friendly competition and opportunities for social engagement. It was designed to be easy to learn and play whether you’re five, eighty-five or somewhere in between. Court and Gear- PickleBall is traditionally played on a badminton-sized court with special Pickle Ball paddles, made of wood or high-tech aerospace materials. The ball used is similar to a wiffle ball, but slightly smaller. The lower net and wiffle ball allow the game to be accessible to people of all ages and abilities, while still allowing more competitive players to test their mettle. Rules of the ... 09/30/2013

  Tampa, FL - Andrea Bocelli At Tampa Bay Times  Forum December 14, 2013 Ticket prices are $106.00 to $1,712. In case you’re wondering, the $1,712 tickets are in section Floor 2.  The concert is for one night only on December 14, 2013 at 8pm. To purchase tickets, click here. Probably best known for his duet with Celine Dion, The Prayer; Mr. Bocelli caused a classical “crossover” and increased the popularity of classical music. His single, Time to Say Goodbye, has sold over 12 million copies.   photo from Wikipedia   He had congenital glaucoma as a child, but the complete loss of sight occurred when he was accidentally hit on the head during a football game causing a brain hemorrhage.. But this didn’t stop that wonderful voice.   Seating Chart at Tampa Bay Times Forum.     1-800-282-8495... 09/28/2013

There is No "Magic Number" in Retirement Planning What is the magic number? When will I get to the magic number? Is there even a magic number? What am I talking about? The amount of money you will need in order to retire comfortably. The truth is, I don't think there is one. I don't think there ever was one, despite the fact that many people thought there was.  Why can there never be one? Well, we are not fortune tellers. In order to have the magic number, we would need to know what will happen in the future. That is the only sure-fire we will have the magic number. We can plan and we can try to get the magic number, but the fact of the matter is, sometimes, it will never be enough. What used to be a good plan before, doesn't quite hold true anymore, especially if you didn't plan for th... 09/16/2013

Why Are You Trying To Sell Me Something? I Just Had a Question. It's not uncommon that we have come across this at least once or twice in our careers. The fact of the matter is, whenever a potential client calls to make inquiries and we bombard them with sales pitches, we potentially loose out on their business. They don't want to be sold on anything, they just wanted some information. It's important to remember that while we are in the business of selling, we are consumers ourselves, and we don't like to be sold either. I think sometimes this slips some minds and every phone call they receive ends up begins and ends with a sales pitch. Not that there's anything wrong with selling your product or service, but there is also a time and place for everything. The consumer should be the one ... 09/12/2013

Reverse Mortgages Offer Baby Boomers Retirement Security At the beginning of August, the Boston College's Center for Retirement Research-sponsored Washington Conference discussed "Retirement Security in Changing Times." During the conference, the value of reverse mortgages on retirement planning was also discussed, leading to some surprising findings, according to the National Reverse Mortgage Lenders Association. Many Americans who want to retire are postponing solely due to the burden of their mortgage payments. A reverse mortgage can help retiring Americans pay off their mortgage. If the heaviest burden on your retirement is mortgage, a reverse mortgage allows you to live mortgage-free for the rest of retirement and leaves an extra source of cash flow that can be stored in a line of ... 09/08/2013

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