Sarasota Florida Flat Fee MLS Listings FSBO

First-time homebuyers.. When is the best time to purchase?? When is the real estate market going to be groomed to make the perfect purchase?? First of all, timing the market is tough in any investment and may keep you on the fence for just long enough to miss the perfect wave of opportunity.. Our real estate market is setting up to rebound strongly (debatable when that rebound will occur..), but the Federal Government is stepping in and encouraging you to move forward and commit to buying a home.. Why are they doing this? The Economy is slow and with a pool of first time homebuyers waiting on the sidelines for the market to come back, the Feds are trying to Speed this process up & get you back in the buying circuit..

Below are the details and the article I’ve received from the Sarasota Realtors Organization covering the details of this new Bill..

WASHINGTON – Aug. 1, 2008 – A provision of the recently-passed federal housing recovery bill gives first-time buyers an interest-free loan of up to $7,500 in the form of an income tax credit.

The credit equals 10 percent of a home’s cost up to $7,500, and applies to any single-family residence (including condos and co-ops) to be used as a buyer’s principal residence.

First-time homebuyers, defined as those who have not owned a home for at least three years, will claim the tax credit the first year they file federal taxes and receive the money as a reduction of their federal tax liability. The money must be repaid at the rate of 6.67 percent of the total credit each year for 15 years, essentially making it an interest-free loan. If a home is sold before the 15-year pay-off, the balance of the credit is recaptured at resale.

The credit was included in the new law as a way to entice first-time buyers to get off the fence and commit to a purchase.

Other provisions:
 
• Income limits: Full credit goes to individuals making $75,000 per year or less ($150,000 for couples). The credit amount phases out for higher incomes.
 
• Effective dates: The new law is retroactive back to April 9, 2008. It terminates on June 30, 2009.
 
• Alternative Minimum Tax: Credit can be used against the AMT and the credit will not throw any individual into AMT territory.

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High property insurance premiums are weighing the pocket books of my clients & its so severe in some areas that necessities such as food spending has to be re-evaluated.. The root of our property insurance tax burdens stem from hurricane damage and liabilities of owning property on the Gulf Coast.. Finally, a little relief is on the way.. The Federal Government is extending a tax credit to Coastal homeowners who have been severly affected by rising Property Insurance Premiums.. Below is an article I’m passing along to you from the Sarasota Board of Realtors.. Along with The Sarasota Deed, you are always “In the Know”..

WASHINGTON – Aug. 1, 2008 – Coastal residents of states hard-hit by hurricanes – including Mississippi, Florida, Louisiana, North Carolina and Texas – would benefit from proposed tax credits for high insurance premiums and storm mitigation improvements.

Sen. Roger Wicker, R-Miss., thwarted in an effort earlier this year to expand the federal flood insurance program, is taking a new tack on insurance relief for coastal residents in a bill he is introducing Friday.

“I think of this as a short-term focused solution to provide immediate assistance to people in coastal areas,” said Wicker in an exclusive interview with McClatchy Newspapers.

The bill would give residents affected by hurricanes in 2004, 2005 or 2006, a one-time tax credit up to $5,000 if their insurance premium increased 50 percent over a three-year period. It would also create a permanent tax credit of up to $5,000 per year for residents who make hurricane mitigation improvements to their homes. The bill is being co-sponsored by Sens. Thad Cochran, R-Miss., Mel Martinez, R-Fla., and David Vitter, R-La.

“This is a way of providing some sort of assistance to taxpayers,” said Wicker. “We shouldn’t make them wait another year.” Mississippi coastal insurance rates, for example, have jumped 80 percent after Hurricane Katrina.

Under Wicker’s plan, individuals would be eligible to receive a one-time tax credit up to $5,000 for an amount equal to 50 percent of the increase of their insurance premiums over three years. For example, if a resident paid $1,000 a year for homeowners’ insurance in 2005 and $5,000 in 2008, that person could claim a tax credit of 50 percent of the $4,000 increase.

Coastal resident along the Gulf of Mexico and Atlantic Ocean would also be eligible for a proposed permanent tax credit up to $5,000. Homeowners could claim 25 percent of the cost of hurricane mitigation improvements, such as elevating a structure or reinforcing it.

Rep. Gene Taylor, D-Miss., who lost his home in Katrina, has argued that the inability of Coast residents and businesses to secure insurance for wind as well as water damage has hurt rebuilding. His bill to expand the federal flood insurance program to include wind coverage passed the House but met considerable resistance in the Senate. Wicker proposed the wind amendment to the flood insurance authorization bill but it was soundly defeated 74-19.

Wicker said in the interview that he felt he could not overcome the objections of Senate Banking, Housing and Urban Affairs Committee Chairman Chris Dodd, D-Conn., to expanding the federal program but that he had raised awareness of the need for insurance relief.

“It looks like a permanent type of solution will not be approved this year,” said Wicker. “I think the chances are better for this approach.”

Take advantage of this policy and apply for the credit if you are one of the unfortunate homeowners burdened by Sky Rocketing Insurance Premiums & hurricane damage..

 Justin Shirley

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Shirley International Realty Inc.’s Flat Fee MLS Listing Service has become such an unparalleled selling niche in our real estate market.. Our real estate company has joined the Mid-Florida MLS which includes 13 Realtor Assocations and over 35,000 Realtors! This means that any home, condo, land, or property you’re looking to sale from Orlando to Port Charlotte will be seen by all Florida Real Estate Licensed Realtors/Appraisers, & Mortgage Brokers constanlty scowering the MLS.. from Orlando to Port Charlotte.. Even in this slow market, we’re listing more homes than ever because local sellers are seeing the value in being promoted on the Multiple Listing Service.. Even national renowned builders such as KB Homes, & local powerhouse names like Capstone Construction, have teamed-up with our office to have their inventory homes listed through our Flat Fee MLS Service.. Our biggest testimony for the success of our Flat Fee Programs are the Sellers & Builders that are now outsourcing their listing inventory to us.. $199 will get your home listed on the local MLS & Realtor.com for local Realtors & National/International Buyers to come preview your home..

I’ve expanded my Flat Fee MLS Listing Service beyond Florida Boundaries and reach out now to ANY seller around the US Looking for MLS Coverage.. Scanning over my inventory of listing from the past 8 weeks, I’m seeing that Shirley International Realty Inc. has listed 5 homes in Maine, 4 in New Hampshire, 4 Homes in New York, 6 Homes in Massachusetts & a handful of properties in states such as Maryland, Virginia, Minnesota, & New Jersey. Our Flat Fee Listing of Flat Fee Network Brokers is expanding everyday and we’re helping promote sellers listings in every corner of America! Our focus is centered around maximizing the promotion of your property, while still saving you the most money.. This is called Grade-A Value & its something we take great pride in offering..

If you, or anyone you know is looking to sell a home and isn’t interested in paying a Realtor 6% to do so, please call Justin Shirley, CEO of Shirley International Realty, to talk about how to get your home the most expansive promotions for a Minimal Flat Fee/Rate.. I’m always “sweetening” the promotional marketing our Real Estate Company offers for your home, & specialize in Web Marketing.. The MLS, or Multiple Listing Service, is the foundation that you SHOULD HAVE in selling your home in any market.. Realtors are waiting for your home to hit the MLS so they can bring their most urgent buyers to you & close a sell.. You No Longer have to pay 6-7% for this service.. We offer Full Service Packages for any seller looking for assistance in scheduling showings for your property, negotiating contracts, over-the-top marketing, & access to our full support staff.. If you’re just looking for the most valueable MLS listing Package, talk to me about listing your home on the MLS for $199 (& this listing stays active until the property sells, or until you request it be terminated..)..

We’re here to provide quality listing services and can offer this package anywhere in the State of Florida.. Located outside the State?? We’ll get any property isted from Seattle, to New York, & San Diego to Key West! We’re constantly adapting to Real Estate & Economic Conditions to give you more Marketing Bang for Your Selling Buck!!! Innovation will continue to take place in Shirley International Realty Inc.’s offices..

Justin Shirley..

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There is a big “push” for Sarasota to play host to the Boston Red Sox Spring Training as early as next spring.. Below is an article written by the Sarasota Association of Realtors that goes over the details & gives you a link to the petition that will be presented to local officials encouraging this move.. Read on..

SAR Policy Position Regarding the Boston Red Sox
The Sarasota Association of Realtors® is strongly in favor of moving forward to attract the Boston Red Sox to Sarasota for their spring training operations. This represents a significant opportunity to rally our economy, improve the quality of life, enhance our reputation for youth baseball, bolster civic pride and expand our horizons for community development and economic diversity.
 
Sarasota has a long history of spring training baseball, dating to 1924 when Payne Park became the home for the New York Giants, followed by the Boston Red Sox. The recently completed study by Convention, Sports & Leisure (CSL) documents a $46 million dollar impact on our area economy; almost double the impact of the Cincinnati Reds. Capitalizing on this opportunity is good public policy and will have long-term positive impacts on our economy and our community.
 
The Red Sox are unique. They have sold out every spring training game in Florida for the past five years and maintain a waiting list for tickets. 65% of their attendees will come from outside Sarasota County. Their reputation for civic contributions, national and international exposure and direct connections to the New England market top off this superb opportunity.
 
We urge all parties to work together to bring the Red Sox to Sarasota.
 
To add your name to an online petition supporting efforts to bring the Red Sox to Sarasota please click HERE.

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Hi Justin…. good to hear from you today… just wanted to thank you for the wonderful job you did on finding us a winter home. You are a fantastic realtor.  And with your fantastic  personality you will go far….   I am so glad that I came across your web site as you made the whole process of finding a place so much fun.. We will pass your name on to anyone we know who is looking for property. keep in touch and hope to see you when we get back. Also have a safe and wonderful vacation.        

Rose

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These are the kind of Flat Fee MLS Listings I’m bringing to the market..  This seller can’t afford the cost of a listing commission because the property is so discounted on MLS already, leaving him little room for Co-Brokerage Fees.. He’s willing to pay a Realtor, representing the buyer, a commission (A really High Commission as well), but isn’t interested in a listing commission.. Without my Flat Fee MLS Listing, Realtors wouldn’t have the opportunity to take there clients to this property for a discounted purchase, & the seller wouldn’t have the traffic coming in from MLS Listing Exposure.. Total Win/Win!This seller is a perfect candidate for a Flat Fee MLS Listing & is using my service to leverage Buyer Incentives.. Very Smart & Effective strategy! I even offered a Virtual Tour as assistance to “Turn the Volume Up” on his marketing plan.. This seller is motivated, and would love to sell this condo.. The Virtual Tour will provide you with a Gallery of Pictures showing the Upgrades and Bay/City Views from the unit, as well as the Amenities in the Complex.. 

For Showings and More Information on this Downtown Condo, Contact Larry Face @ 941-587-7395

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Glamorous Bach Model Offers Grand Circular Entry, Gorgeous Lake Views, Soaring 12-Ft. Ceilings, & Huge Master Suite with Sitting Area*Property Is In Pristine Condition & Shows As If It Were New with Neutral Subtle Decor*Upgraded 18×18 Tile & Tall Wood Cabinets*Wall Sliders Open to Expansive Lake Views*A Rare Opportunity At This Price*For the Discriminating Buyer Looking For Spacious Elegant Home

Contact Justin Shirley w/ Shirley International Realty Inc. for Showings and More Information, @ 941-448-4872

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LENNAR/ASCOT MODEL HOME PRICE TO SELL QUICKLY! MOTIVATED SELLER! 1996 Square-Feet; 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath*Located on the Most Private, Corner, Lakefront/Golf Course Lot in the Entire Community. Located directly across from Community Pool, Volleyball Court, & Recreational Facilities. Home Includes: Upgraded Corian Countertops in Kitchen, Marble Vanity Tops in Bathroom, Upgraded Tile Throughout, Complete Appliance Package, Spacious Lanai With Lake & Sunset Views. Home Is Immaculate! Bring Offers, Easy to Show! MOTIVATED SELLER..

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My Listings are now exposed in front of 35,000 Realtors from Orlando to Port Charlotte.. Mid-Florida MLS, corporate headerquarters in Orlando, is a Giant Multiple Listing Service Website that has now replaced our local Sarasota MLS System.. Members of the new System are, Manatee, Tampa, Hillsboro, Greater Tampa, Sarasota, Venice, Port Charlotte, Englewood, & Port Charlotte, among other smaller noteworthy assocations.. 13 Total Assocations make up this new Multiple Listing Service, so over 35,000 Realtors have Confidential Previewing Capabilities to all of my Listings.. This is great News for My Flat Fee & Full-Service Sellers.. Read on about Sarasota’s new membership to Mid-Florida MLS (Multiple Listing Service..)

“In 1995, six Central Florida REALTOR® Associations pooled their resources and joined forces to form the Mid-Florida Regional Multiple Listing Service. By doing so, they unified the Central Florida real estate market and made it easier for REALTORS® from across the service area to cooperate with one another. Four years later, the West Volusia Association of REALTORS® joined MFRMLS, and in 2003 the Greater Tampa Association of REALTORS® came on board. Now, five Southwest Florida Associations have joined MFRMLS, making our MLS one of the largest and strongest multiple listing services in the country.

MFRMLS is a member-run organization, owned entirely by our shareholder member Associations. Each Association has representatives that WHO serve on the Board of Directors. The number of representatives from your Association is proportional to your Association’s size, and every Association has at least two, ensuring everyone has a fair voice in the leadership of the MLS.

The daily operations of MFRMLS are conducted from our headquarters in Orlando, FL. MFRMLS Vice President Joel Cohen has led the MLS through significant growth in the past several years. “We are ready to grow again,” Cohen says. “We have assembled an extraordinary team of management, administrative, and support staff that are prepared to pave the way for a smooth transition, and we look forward to providing a service that exceeds the expectations of our new member Associations.”

The staff of your local Association also plays an important role in running MFRMLS: they serve as your local MFRMLS Service Center personnel. We are currently giving them the tools they need to support the resources of MFRMLS.”

Why Did We Merge All These Assocations into One Giant System?? Read on to Find Out..

“Alan Mitchell, 2007 President of the Punta Gorda - Port Charlotte - North Port Association of REALTORS® said, “We had worked for years to create a Data Sharing Alliance among the Associations in Southwest Florida, but we knew it was just a first step. We were impressed with the professionalism and outlook of MFRMLS, and sharing a common MLS with our neighboring associations to the north will be a tremendous benefit for our members.”

Louise Bacher, 2007 President of the Englewood Area Board of REALTORS® says, “As an individual Association, we could not offer our members all the software benefits that Mid-Florida will because of its size.” Louise also notes that joining MFRMLS will give her sellers more exposure and introduce Englewood to larger markets.

Joe Hembree, 2007 President of the Sarasota Association of REALTORS® says “Forward-thinking REALTOR® Associations nationwide are looking at consolidation of MLS systems. . .the consolidation effort strengthens our technology platform, improves our data exchange, and makes life much easier for our members.”

May Aston, 2007 President of the Manatee Association of REALTORS®, is excited about joining MFRMLS. “It is something that our members have wanted for many years,” she says, “and it will provide us with many services that would be difficult or expensive to obtain on our own.”

Laura Kopple, 2007 President of the Venice Area Board of REALTORS® says that becoming a part of MFRMLS eliminates the need for Venice Area REALTORS® to be members of more than one MLS. “It will unify the local market and provide greater exposure for listings in Venice,” Laura said.

Jack Vahey, the current MFRMLS Immediate Past President said, “We appreciate the trust and confidence the Presidents of the new Associations have placed in MFRMLS, and we are looking forward to our new partnership.”

The current subscribers of MFRMLS have a lot to gain from the resources and leadership provided by your association. We are glad to have you aboard.”

Currently, the MFRMLS member associations include the Bartow Board of REALTORS®, East Polk County Association of REALTORS®, Greater Lake County Association of REALTORS®, Greater Tampa Association of REALTORS®, Lakeland Association of REALTORS®, Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association, Osceola County Association of REALTORS®, and West Volusia Association of REALTORS®. The new member associations include Englewood Area Board of REALTORS®, Manatee Association of REALTORS®, Punta Gorda - Port Charlotte - North Port Association of REALTORS®, Sarasota Association of REALTORS®, and Venice Area Board of REALTORS®.

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Country Creek Elegant, Private Family Home Priced to Sell*5-6 Bed/2.5Bath/3.5-Car Garage*3/4 Acre Corner Lot W/Great Views Of The Lake From The Pool! Custom Upgrades Include New Tile Flooring Throughout Living Areas, New Eat-In Kitchen w/ Granite Counters, Wood Cabinets, & Upgraded Appliances! Large Solar-Heated Pool in Oversized Screened Lanai Area Perfect for Entertaining! New Berber Carpet*Fenced Backyard with Dog Run*Separate Well for Irrigation System*Room for RV or Boat Storage* 3 Zone Heating & Cooling (Low Summer Electric Bills)*Great Schools*Call 941-448-4872 Today for Showings & More Information!

Justin Shirley
941-448-4872
CEO
Shirley International Realty

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