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HOLD HANDS FOR HAITI ~ ATTENTION FLEMING ISLAND RESIDENTS!

Calling ALL FLEMING ISLAND RESIDENTS - you can do something to help the victims of the Haiti earthquake. Hold Hands 4 Haiti is coming to Fleming Island!

Saturday, February 20, 2010

10:00 AM

Hold Hands from Doctor's Lake to Black Creek

Join us as we symbolically hold hands from Florida to Haiti, from Fleming Island to Gressier. Your tax deductible gift will go directly to feed, heal and clothe the Haitian people so devastated by the recent earthquake.

FISH Ministries is sponsoring the event. They have been involved in Haiti for over 20 years serving the commnities of Grassier, Jeremie and most recently, Boucan Carre. They were feeding an average of 1,400 children a day, but now they are struggling to do much, much more than just feeding people.

In addition to feeding the people, FISH has helped the communities learn cooperative agriculture, micro-industry, education and extension agent support (through the Putnam County Extension of the University of Florida's Institute of Food and Agricultural Science).

LET'S HOLD HANDS FROM THE DOCTOR'S LAKE BRIDGE TO THE BLACK CREEK BRIDGE - LET'S DO IT 4 HAITI!

$10 per person, $30 per family

Registration Form

Together we can turn 15 minutes, 7 miles, 10 dollars, 9,000 people, 18,000 hands into 1 million servings of protein.

WE CAN DO IT FLEMING ISLAND!

 

 

921 DEWBERRY DR S ~ UNDER CONTRACT IN 5 DAYS! ~ JULINGTON CREEK HOMES FOR SALE (ST. JOHNS FL)

This is what can happen when everyone in a transaction is working together. The Sellers were educated about current market conditions, supply and demand, and were willing to price their home to the market to receive maximum number of showings - opportunities to sell their home.

The Sellers did every single detail that we discussed, down to stripping wallpaper in a bathroom and painting. They also ordered granite that was installed today, three days after we received a contract. They decluttered rooms and closets, cleaned the carpet and cleaned the house.

Mrs. Seller made home baked cookes and fresh coffee for every showing. The Buyers and their agent commented on this extra touch. They felt very welcome in the home and comfortable making an offer.

We had five showings and an offer was generated. There was another party who expressed a desire to put in an offer, but the timing didn't work for them or the Sellers.

Now we are on to inspections, the finance contingency, and working with the Sellers on the myriad of details that go into selling a home.

Congratulations to everyone working on this team to bring this home to the closing table.

Get Green! ~ Forever Green Grass for Fleming Island FL Residents

Our Fleming Island yards have really taken a beating this winter. This morning we woke up to frost on our roof and crunchy grass as we waved good-bye to my visiting sister and her husband. In February? Isn't Spring right around the corner? Never fear, there is a local business that can take the brownish blahs right out of your yard. Forever Green Grass will transform your lawn from the winter doldrums to the envy of the neighborhood.

According to their web site, the spray lasts for up to 3 months per treatment - just in time to sell your house! It is acrylic-based, 10 parts water to one part color. Forever Green says it is non-toxic, friendly to the environment and safe for children and pets. That would make it ~ GREEN :)

Plan on a couple of hours for the spray to dry. You can get a free cost estimate on their site. To spray a 2,000 sq. ft. front yard would cost about $200. If you are planning on selling your Fleming Island home that could be a good investment, especially when you consider how important 'curb appeal' is on the internet when Buyers and their Agents are looking at and eliminating homes based on the photos.

Why should you Green up your yard?

- You're selling your home and the photos and curb appeal will be so much better. HGTV has recommended green the grass on their shows.

- You need to re-sod but now just isn't a good time to do it. This may keep the HOA off your back.

- Save money on watering your lawn. (This doesn't apply for Fleming Island residents who have reclaimed water. That type of water doesn't have any watering restrictions.)

- Just want to have beautiful grass during the dormant winter months.

Which yard looks better? (Which one did we have to 'minimize'?)

If you're tired of looking at the grass you thought you left behind when you moved to the Sunshine State, give Forever Green a call. Who knows? Maybe you'll win Yard of the Month! Fleming Island residents can reach them at 904-236-6398.

 

TOP PRODUCER - Frank and Sharon Alters - Fleming Island FL Realtors

 

Frank and Sharon Alters - Team Alters - were named Top Producer at the Fleming Island Office of Watson Realty for the month of January 2010. This followed their being named Top Lister for the month of November 2009.

Frank and Sharon would like to thank the wonderful Buyers and Sellers we work with who help us reach our goals and beyond. We really appreciate the opportunity to help you with your real estate needs.

If you are thinking of Buying or Selling, why not work with experienced, busy Realtors? You know the best way to get something done? Give it to someone who is really busy! We are never too busy for your business or referrals. We will just get it done!

Experience the Alters Advantage - call us today! Fleming Island FL Realtors at your service!

Attention All Fleming Island Residents - Get on Board With Team Teal!

Fleming Island residents have a great opportunity to make a difference in the future of Jacksonville and the entire Northeast Florida Region by supporting our Jacksonville Jaguars. How can we do that? Buy tickets and fill the stadium next year and beyond! Tony Boselli is leading the way with myteamteal.com

Team Teal is sponsoring a gathering this Thursday evening, February 11, at 6 p.m. at the Holiday Express on Wells Road. The event is free to the public. If you are seriously interested in helping the Jaguars cement a solid future here in our city, then get your Season Tickets. If you can't buy Season Tickets, you can buy tickets for at least a game or two. Support your team and you will be supporting your community.

To quote Clay Councilman Travis Cummings, "I think the team is very important to the region, even if you're not a sports fan." This is very true. Do the math. Having the Jaguars in Jacksonville has been very good economically for our city. Now it's our turn to support our team and show our appreciation for the Jaguars putting us on the map.

The goal of Team Teal is to sell enough tickets to prevent any black outs for Jaguars games in the coming Season.

Visit Jaguars.com for Season Ticket pricing. There are several new options to make the plunge for Season Tickets more attractive and affordable.

 

 

Hospitality helps sell a house. The little things that Sellers can do to make a Buyer feel welcome and at home when looking at their house do make a difference. Fleming Island residents with homes for sale can take a tip from our Sellers who just sold a home after 5 days on the market.

Coffee and home made baked cookies and drinks entice Buyers to relax and spend more time looking at the home.

The smell of baking is irresistible when walking in a home. Imagine the Buyers' delight when there are cookies to go with that heavenly scent. Realtors use food to attract other agents to Broker's Opens and to invite the agents in their office to stay longer on a tour of new listings. The same tactic works with Buyers. The longer they spend in the home, the more they can slow down and take in the features of the home. They may even start to place their furniture or discuss what they might like to do to the home if they bought it.

The aroma of fresh baked cookies is also welcome for Open Houses. Prospective Buyers visiting Open Houses will remember the one that offered some refreshments. Of course, cookies and coffee won't sell a house that isn't prepared to sell, but if Buyers like the house, they may stay just long enough to write a contract!

In this competitive market, Sellers need every advantage they can muster to stand out from the many homes for sale. Fleming Island real estate is very competitive and smart Sellers know hospitality is just one more detail to help sell a house.

921 Dewberry Dr S ~ Julington Creek Home For Sale ~ Frank & Sharon Alters, Watson Realty

Your new Julington Creek home is waiting - just step inside this all brick former model in the lovely Creekside neighborhood. The fenced, .38 acre wooded lot backs to conservation and has plenty of room for a pool. This home has 4 Bedrooms, 3 Baths and 2423 sq. ft. of living space.

High ceilings, Crown Molding in every room, Triple Crown in Formal Living Room and Dining Room, Hardwood floors, and upgraded Ceramic Tile floors are just some of the updating done to this home.

The Kitchen has new Granite Counters, Newer (2006) Whirlpool Stainless Appliances, Breakfast Bar, Glass Display Cabinet, Computer Desk Area, and lovely Breakfast Nook overlooking the gorgeous back yard. There is a screened lanai and patio outside with wiring for a hot tub. The Family Room has built-in bookshelves and a brick wood burning fire place.

The Master Suite has a sitting area with bay window and French Door to Lanai. The Master Bath has His/Her Closets with Organizers, Double Marble Vanities, a Garden Tub and Large Walk-in Shower.

New hot water heater (2006), new architectural shingle roof (2009), new A/C (2009), and wired for Generator and Hot Tub. Laundry Room has Cabinets and Hanging Rack. Oversized Courtyard Entry 2-car Garage. Custom Shed Conveys, ARB approved.

Julington Creek Amenities include: Golf, Two Swim Parks, Tennis, Basketball, Soccer, Skate Park, Basebell, Jogging & Biking Trails, Fitness Room, Exercise Classes, Resident Activties and More.

If you are interested in this lovely Julington Creek Home for Sale, we will be happy to arrange a private showing.

Our Governor has taken steps to deal with the increased foreclosures in our state. Fleming Island real estate won't be as affected by these steps as some areas, as our foreclosure rates are under 7% of all real estate for sale. As a state, one out of every 95 houses in Florida were in some stage of foreclosure, and we ranked #2 in the country in 2009 for foreclosures.

The task force is named Florida Home Ownership Promotes the Economy. Representatives include Tony Hill (D-Jacksonville), other elected representatives, lenders, Bankers, representative from Florida Association of Realtors, Chief Financial Officer of Florida, Alex Sink. Lt. Governor Jeff Kottkamp and Sink are both members of the task force together with Senators Bill Posey (R-Rockledge),Tony Hill (D-Jacksonville), Franklin Sands (D-Plantation) and Garrett Richter (R-Naples).  Other groups represented are - Alex Sanchez of Florida Bankers Association, Ritch Workman of Florida Association of Mortgage Brokers, Mike Fields of Bank of America Tallahassee, Thomas Kuntz of Sun Trust Bank, Florida, Nancy President from Florida Association of Realtors, Bill Newton from Florida Consumer Action Network and Steve Auger from Florida Housing Finance Corporation.

The Task Force will meet four times - March 3rd and 19th, and April 2nd and 9th, in preparation for an April 18th presentation to the Governor, Speaker of the House and President of the Senate.

 

 

 

Eagle Harbor FL Homes for Sale

93 Active 

8 Short Sale

 3 Bank Owned

12% of all Eagle Harbor FL homes for sale are Short Sales.

The market trends are somewhat down from the from the Eagle Harbor FL Homes for Sale July 4 Market Report, which listed 97 homes for sale and 15% were short sales. Active homes for sale in Eagle Harbor are down by about 4%.

99 homes have sold in Eagle Harbor since 1/31/09. This means we have about an 11 month supply of homes for sale if no other homes come on the market. The best looking, best priced homes will sell.

Currently there are 16 Contracts Pending. 9 of them are Distressed Sales (Short Sales or Bank Owned), or 56%.

Eagle Harbor FL has many amenities, including an 18-hole golf course, three water parks, clubhouse, 5 day docks, one community with private docks, playgrounds throughout the community, tennis, a nature preserve, and many activities.

There is one townhouse neighborhood - Pine Lake, one condominium neighborhood - The Enclave, and many single family home neighborhoods Neighborhoods range from patio homes with very small lots, starter homes, production builder homes to custom homes on estate lots. There is something for everyone. Three neighborhoods offer waterfront homes on Doctor's Lake which opens into the St Johns River - The Preserve, Daniel's Landing and Neilhurst.

Active single family homes range from $156,000 to $1,599,000. The smallest home is 1438 sq. ft. and the largest is 5701 sq. ft.

Frank and I are Fleming Island residents. We moved to old Orange Park in 1989 to be close to Frank's family and have lived here ever since except a few years in Orlando. Frank moved to Jacksonville when he was 11, so he has lived here most of his life. We are Top Producers for our company and have earned the Jacksonville Homebuyer "Best in Client Satisfaction Award" for 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009 and 2010.

If you would like information on Eagle Harbor FL homes for sale, we are ready to help you. We have the latest information on the best values in Eagle Harbor. Please email or call us at 904-673-2308.

Original Photography, All Rights Reserved. *Eagle Harbor FL Homes for January 31, 2010*

All statistical information provided from the NEFAR MLS, deemed reliable but not guaranteed.

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SEARCH FOR HOMES

 

Last week when I was doing my weekly Market Report for Eagle Harbor and other communities on Fleming Island, I wanted to find out how Eagle Harbor ranked with other planned communities in our area. I know how it compares to Fleming Island Plantation, but what about Oakleaf, Julington Creek, or even Palencia?

The answer: Eagle Harbor has the lowest percentage of Active single family home distressed property sales (short sales and bank owned) of any of the Master Planned Communities in the entire Jacksonville area that were examined.

What does this mean to Eagle Harbor residents? It means that your investment in your Eagle Harbor home is as sound, even more sound, than residents in any other community of its type in the four-county area of Clay, Duval, St. Johns, and Nassau Counties. Rest assured that buying a home in Eagle Harbor is an excellent investment, not only for the lifestyle, but for the monetary value.

Here are the numbers:

COMMUNITY                            % DISTRESSED PROPERTIES (SHORT SALES & BANK OWNED)

EAGLE HARBOR                                 13%

FLEMING ISLAND PLANTATION            41%

OAKLEAF PLANTATION                        57%

EAGLE LANDING                                41%

BARTRAM SPRINGS                            60%

QUEEN'S HARBOUR                            25%

JULINGTON CREEK                             30%

MARSH LANDING                                14%

PALENCIA                                           24%

WORLD GOLF VILLAGE                        39%

If you are considering a purchase in Eagle Harbor on beautiful Fleming Island FL, why wait? Take advantage of low interest rates and the tax credit. We know all the homes for sale in Eagle Harbor and can show you the best deals. Let us help you find your dream home!