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Nick and Cindy Davis

September 2009

Florida’s consumer confidence rises as economic fears ease

Sep. 30, 2009
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Survey director: Fla. consumers say that the worst is over and "surprised us with a higher-than-expected index." Read more.... [Read More]
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Florida home sales up, prices down

Sep. 29, 2009
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In SW Florida, clients are knocking on Realtors' doors as nationwide buyers read stories about the current bargains in Fla. Read more.... [Read More]
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Can good P.R. increase property values?

Sep. 28, 2009
Tagged with: condos, home buyers, nick cindy davis, real estate, realtors, tampa, tampa bay
A Pasco community hired a public relations firm to promote their homes to relocation firms and out-of-state buyers. Read more.... [Read More]
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Taylor Bean, Freddie Mac reach agreement

Sep. 25, 2009
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The bankrupt Ocala lender OKs sharing financial info so Freddie Mac can service millions in unprocessed mortgage payments. Read more.... [Read More]
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Florida’s existing home, condo sales up in August 2009

Sep. 24, 2009
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Homes up 28% for 12th month in a row; condos up 45%. NAR notes sales ease, but still above year-ago levels. Read more.... [Read More]
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U.S. home prices rise 0.3 percent in July
Sep. 23, 2009
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Federal Housing Finance Agency: Prices rose 0.3% in July from June, but are still 4.2% below 2008 levels. Read more.... [Read More]
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Housing industry groups agree: reform appraisal process

Sep. 22, 2009
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NAR, NAHB, MBA and federal regulatory agencies are discussing current appraisal problems and possible solutions. Read more.... [Read More]
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Short sales leave frustration in their wake

Sep. 21, 2009
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A federal program to speed the process has been delayed, though more details should be released in the next few weeks. Read more.... [Read More]
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Homebuyer tax credit deadline nears

Sep. 18, 2009
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Realtors report a marked upswing in interest as the deadline looms, even as they urge Congress for an extension. Read more.... [Read More]
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White House may extend homebuyer tax credit

Sep. 17, 2009
Tagged with: foreclosures, home buyers, mortgages, nick cindy davis, real estate, realtors, tampa, tampa bay
Economists are evaluating the $8K tax credit's impact on home sales and will make a recommendation to the president. Read more.... [Read More]
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McCarty: Private capacity there to absorb most State Farm policies

Sep. 16, 2009
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The state insurance commissioner says that smaller insurers have sufficient capacity to take on most of the orphan policies. Read more.... [Read More]
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Closing on a mortgage costly here

Sep. 15, 2009
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At an average of $3,368, a Bankrate.com study finds that only Texas charges more in origination, title and closing costs. Read more.... [Read More]
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UF economist: Real estate recovery has begun

Sep. 14, 2009
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Speaking to real estate executives on Friday, David Denslow predicts even better times when the baby boomers retire. Read more.... [Read More]
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Mortgage rates edge down, still above record lows

Sep. 11, 2009
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Staying close to record lows reached this spring, 30-year fixed-rate mortgages averaged 5.07% this week, says Freddie Mac. Read more.... [Read More]
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First-time buyers race to qualify for $8K federal tax credit

Sep. 10, 2009
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Just 12 weeks remain for eligible buyers to find and close on a home to qualify for the $8K federal tax credit by Nov. 30. Read more.... [Read More]
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New normal for home sales: Buyers have the power

Sep. 9, 2009
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Buyers now face realities similar to when the WW II generation bought a first home: Buy what you can afford as a place to live. Read more.... [Read More]
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Low rates keeping homes affordable

Sep. 8, 2009
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Mortgage applications and refinancings are on the rise; a Bankrate study shows closing costs at 2007 levels. Read more.... [Read More]
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Buyers expecting the first-time home buyer tax credit should check the fine print

Sep. 4, 2009
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IRS spokesman Michael Dobzinski says misconceptions abound, and buyers should understand the details before they close. Read more.... [Read More]
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Affordable housing draws first-time buyers

Sep. 3, 2009
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Many are surprised they can now afford a home, including an 83-year-old who says owning is cheaper than renting. Read more.... [Read More]
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Taylor Bean battles FDIC for control of funds

Sep. 2, 2009
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FDIC says the escrow funds earmarked for property insurance and taxes are locked, threatening homeowners with default. Read more.... [Read More]
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