Is the real estate market slower than in 2005 - Yes absolutely.  However waterfront homes in Jacksonville are still selling.

Waterfront homes are unique - especially in Florida.  There is only so much waterfront and there is only so much time left in this incredible buyers market.  If you have a waterfront home to sell, know your buyer:

  • Your buyer wants a deal.  Not a deal compared to 2005, but a deal for today's market.
  • Your buyer is concerned about the value/investment.  He is very likely to pay cash or get a portfolio loan in order to purchase your home.  He wants lower risk.
  • Your buyer is combing over the internet.  Over 90% of ALL buyers are shopping on line.
  • Your buyer may be an international buyer.
  • Your buyer either wants…

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Living on the water is a lifestyle.  If you are a boater, fisherman, water skier, or love the beach, there is nothing better than walking out your back door and enjoying your waterfront home.

Jacksonville is home to 3 bodies of water that provide many opportunities for waterfront living via the ocean, the intracoastal, or the Saint Johns River.  In addition, there are endless creeks, tributaries, and tidal marsh areas that expand our great waterfront city.

We have updated service providers for our Jacksonville waterfront homes for sale search.  You will now find searches available for Jacksonville waterfront homes, intracoastal homes, oceanfront homes and condos,  riverfront homes, waterfront properties, etc.  We have also included several popular…

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If you ever wanted to take advantage of  a buyer's market, this may be the perfect time! As reported in Forbes, the Top 10 things to buy before the economy improves.......a house was #1.

As we always say, "They aren't making anymore waterfront", so if you are considering a waterfront home, this may be a great time to get a great deal!

Waterfront property deals in Jacksonville and Ponte Vedra:

Navigable Waterfront: A quick search revealed 54 waterfront homes in and around Jacksonville, currently on the market that are either bank owned, foreclosures, or available for a short sale.  These homes are on navigable water 2 feet +.

Oceanfront Homes: The same search for oceanfront homes in Jacksonville and Ponte Vedra found 7 waterfront properties on…

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The new Multiple Listing Service, or MLS, search is now live.  It's taken some time with the upgraded service provider but we finally got it up and running.  Still a few kinks to work out in the code, but for the most part it is producing our desired results.

This search will let you:  Search the MLS and Map search the MLS for homes for sale in Jacksonville, Ponte Vedra, St Johns County and the surrounding areas.  With our focus being waterfront homes in Jacksonville and Jacksonville waterfront property, we have several predefined searches set up like Waterfront homes on the St Johns River and intracoastal homes for sale in Jacksonville and Ponte Vedra, Oceanfront homes Jacksonville, and oceanfront condos, etc.

We are also adding specific…

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YES!  Absolutely

Most agents will tell you no, but they absolutely work!

Even the Wall Street Journal agrees.

Top 4 Reasons Open Houses Work in Jacksonville:

  1. Statistics: National Association of Realtors survey of 2008 home buyers.  Get ready for this, 48% of all home buyers in 2008 attended Open Houses while searching for a new home.  If you don't read 2, 3, or 4, this 1 point should convince you the need for Open Houses.
  2. National Home Builders: The nations largest home builders use Open Houses.  In fact, that is one of their first goals in opening a new community:  How fast can we get the model home open. Potential buyers need to visualize the home in person and not on paper.
  3. My Results: I've seen nice homes, priced right, and in…

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More positive signs for the Jacksonville Housing Market

Ranked #19, Jacksonville made the Forbes list of best cities to buy a home!

Add the positive news to record low mortgage rates, plenty of homes to choose from on the open market, the $8000 first time buyer tax credit, and you have a great opportunity to buy a new home in Jacksonville.  If you are considering a home search, time is of the essence.  The $8000 Tax Credit is only available until December, so get out there and find yourself a home!

This Forbes list was put together using a couple of key factors:

  • The number of ZIP codes within the city with 25% of the area’s sales to determine those in which activity is most evenly distributed.  (even distribution is good)
  • Increase…

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I'm getting more and more inquiries from investors in Jacksonville.  Many are asking for help finding a short sale, foreclosed, or bank owned REO home.

Real Estate Agent for Investors in Jacksonville

I've been a real estate investor in Jacksonville since 2005.  I've purchased some bad deals and some really good deals.  Finding the right deal is the hardest part - by far!

To find the right deal, know your exit strategy.  Do you intend to rent out for positive cash flow, flip for profit, or a combination of the two?  In today's market, a buy and hold strategy is dominant as you have a very good chance of having positive cash flow.

How to find the deal? You must know the rent rates of the area and the home you are considering.  If the monthly…

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Looking for a professional Real Estate Agent in Jacksonville, FL to sell your home?

In today's home market, selling a home requires a competitive nature and a professional real estate agent.

You must have  a competitive nature in that your home for sale in Jacksonville or Ponte Vedra needs to be more attractive than your neighbors home for sale - you are competing.  Better curb appeal (good curb appeal tips here), cleaner, updated, and priced right are a requirement if you are serious about selling.  Think of it this way, there is someone looking to buy a home in your neighborhood, maybe even on your street, right now.  You want them to buy your home over your neighbors!  Check out these Sell a home in Jacksonville Tips.

Your professional real…

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Cramer, with his crazy attitude, is declaring the housing bottom is here.  He specifically addresses some of the hardest hit areas like Florida.  He talks about banks holding mortgages, new home builders, foreclosures, and the $8000 first time home buyers program.

A good video with a lot of good info.  Main take away: He believes, for the most part, depreciation of homes is coming to an end in most places.  He isn't calling for appreciation, however I think all Jacksonville home owners will be glad to get away from the value free fall.

How does this affect waterfront homes in Jacksonville?  Every area of the housing market has been hit hard.  Waterfront homes have dropped in value, but many times the drop has been necessary to bring the price back…

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If you have been shopping for a home in Jacksonville and are working with a mortgage broker or bank for a home mortgage, rates are bouncing all over the place.

Rates have moved a little and sometimes a lot.  Sometimes up as much as a half point a day. WSJ reported on the rising rates here.

How does this affect you?  If you are purchasing a home and you intend to have a $200,000 mortgage, and your rate went from 5.5% to 6.125% , your payment just went up $80 per month.

Will this trend continue?  Well, check out The Daily Mortgage Reports.  Dan has an article that talks about summer trends.  Just about every summer, rates go up.  (Kind of like gas going up just in time for summer travel).

Is it Time to Buy a Home in Jacksonville?

Yes! Rates…

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