Kieran & Cecelia Loughman Homes in North Port Fl

Last week one of our customers called and said I must sell my home quickly. Drop the price to $159,900. That will make it the lowest priced villa on the golf course in Heron Creek. We changed the price on our MLS System and then designed a post card to e-mail to our data base. We are always seeking e-mail addresses from people we meet, friends, anyone. We want to keep getting our information out to the public. We announced the price change and also decided on an Open House. We always, always do an Open House for our customers. We like meeting our neighbors, friends and prospects. Our customers like to know we are doing everything we can to market their home.We meet agents, nice people and have fun doing them. 

We posted the Open house on our MLS Website. That lets every agent know what we are doing and when and where. We add it to our Realty Generator Website for the same reason. We add the Open House info to our Realtor.Com website. In addition we add it to our www.venicegolfrealestate.com website. This automatically syndicates the open house with google, yahoo, and just about every major search engine and website available. In addition we add it to Craig's list and promote it there. It's not heavy listing but it takes time to get this done.   

Cecelia, Gabe and I decided we would open 3 homes that are priced well below the average per ft price for Heron Creek.So we put signs out, print additional flyers, buy refreshments and get cracking. We usually run them from 1-3 PM. We had 10 visitors to our Villa Listing. Two couples are serious prospects, however they have homes to sell in other areas first. Naturally we add them to our data base and update them automatically on what's happening in Heron Creek. .

The villa remains for sale at bargain prices. If you know of anyone looking to move to Heron Creek, they would be glad to have you let them know about 4483 Whispering Oaks Dr.North Port, Fl 34287  MLS # C6998576 . The good news is there was a villa sold. That means one less to go before ours.

We keep doing the work. Our business continues to grow in Heron Creek. It's a wonderful place to live and work and we thank you for the opportunity to serve your real estate needs..  

I don't even know what time my team the New England Patriots are playing tomorrow. We are doing an Open House at 4707 Whispering Oaks Dr North Port, Fl 34287. no matter what. Even if it means missing the Patriots. Our customer has reduced the list price to 132/ft AC and that inc;udes the furniture. That is one of the better prices and we want to feature it, sell it, and move on to the next one. It's 2/2/2 + Den. It's light and bright and has a large kitchen. There is a preserve view. Check it out. We have several others and if you come to 4707, we'll be glad to take you wherever you would like to go.

Kieran and Cecelia

941-234-7099 

We took a three hour course to familiarize ourselves with short sales. We decided to try some. I was more interested than Cecelia. She is always there to support me even when she's not too excited about a particular hair brained scheme I might have.Over time we accumulated 10 Listings. 7 were with one person who overbought every home at terrible prices. Her records were inadequate and as a result we spent some dollars and learned some lessons and moved on. WE completed our first short sale on 6/30/08. It was difficult to do and we were thrilled to get it done. The IRS had a lien on the property. The lender was owed about 120k and the IRS 20k. The seller had been working with the IRS for an Offer in Compromise. We hired a former IRS employee and she advised us how to proceed. The IRS accepted an Offer in Compromise for about 3000. The also said they would discharge the lien if the item was on the HUD statement and the money was sent to them along with the Approval Letter of the short sale from the lender. The buyer agreed to pay the IRS the 3000 at closing. The lender supplied the appropriate document for the IRS. The Title Company took care of everything and we got it done. It was nice to get the IRS to cooperate. They couldn't have been more helpful. We can now say we are experts. We did both sides. The home owner received a write-off from the bank in excess of 120000 + the IRS problem went from 20000 to Nothing. The Home owner has severe health issues and was under a great deal of stress. It wasn't like he was trying to make a killing. We were glad to help him take care of his problem.

That's it One down 2 cooking 5 more potentials and we'll let you know what happens. If you are in trouble with your mortgage and need help, call us. You never know what is possible. 

There are buyers out there if the home is priced to sell. This is today's Market. A home is worth what someone is willing to pay for it. It doesn't matter what anyone thinks. It's what is. The nice thing is when reality sets in and a home is priced right and it goes under contract, there is usually a great sense of relief. 

Years ago we bought a home in Quincy, Ma. It was agonizing trying to sell it. I got to the stage, when someone asked "how big are the "radiators" (I bet half of the readers-I forgot I have no readers- don't know what a radiator is, I replied, " Lady they are so big we can hardly fit in the house" Then I got a Realtor and we sold the house and I can't remember how much we sold it for. I was so concerned about the price and I don't even remember. 

My wife keeps reminding me "Let Go" It's a good way to be. Here is Reality in the real estate market.

Long term it is hard to lose money in real estate.

We have been in a "declining prices" market

The market got way overdone because of _______________________

It is returning to a more normal market.

Sellers outnumber buyers

When the number of sellers match up better with the number of buyers, prices will stabilize.

The lesson I have learned from this is ________________________________  

This is truly a home worth seeing. The hidden extras include a 16000 Watt Generator, Hurricane film on exterior windows, Most people never think of thise things. Built by Quality Homes, there are 2057 Sq Ft of living space + a 34 by 16 extended lanai and bronze cage with a slate tile covering. It is beautifful. From Hardwood floors in the dining room and 3rd bedroom/ office to the tile and upgraded carpeting throughout the home. The lanai is truly a feature you won't find in many homes/ It overlooks beautiful plantings, shrubs and lawn. It has French Doors from the Master Bedroom to the Lanai. The Living room has pocket sliders opening all the way to the lanai. The kitchen has a French Door leading to the lanai. The lanai has an entrance to the second bathroom.

There is an eat in kitchen and breakfast bar looking into a family room with a fireplace.and hardwood floors. There are rounded corners, window treatments and designer colors, tastefully done. The owners have done a beautiful job with this home. It's unique. It's priced to sell! Just lowered it to $224,900. Check it out

We have been given an opportunity to list a Sawgrass Model by Lennar Homes in Heron Creek.

We have a 30 day window and ask your help to move this gorgeous Golf view Custom Pool Home. It's a 4/3/3 + Den + Extended Lanai + Heated Pool/Spa. It has brick pavered driveways and is stunning. We have the assistance of Lennar's staff. Mike, Joy, and Marni are great. They have all the answers about the company, the specs, the warranty. They make great cookies and serve coffee in the new furnished model. We are going to  be available to answer your questions about the community. We live in Heron Creek and we love it. We are going to be in the Sawgrass Model. It's at the corner of Royal Poinciana Way and Creek Nine Dr.

We look forward to you dropping by. Hope to see you Wednesday the 26th from 1-3 PM.

If you have any questions or would like us to follow up with one of your friends, we are always avaiable

We have a listing at 1528 Quail Lake Dr in Venice. It's a 3/2/2 + Pool in a nice neighborhood near Center Rd and Jacaranda.

This Sunday Penny Wren will be sitting in the home and will be available to answer any questions you may have about it.

It's a short sale and due to be sold by the bank within 60 days. Buyers have an opportunity to make an offer and submit it. We will present it to the owners. They will accept it, no matter what price and we will present it to the lending institution.

The lending institution can accept, reject or counter the offer. Our experience is they will reject offers without batting an eye. Our suggestion is if you like the home, you won't be able to steal it. Make a decent offer. This home is worth more than the $289,000 it is being offered at.

We hope you will take a look. Short sales can try our patience and our agent colleagues and their customers. We ask them up front to be patient. The reward can be great and the only risk is loss of time. We keep after the lending institution, day after day. The home is a bargain. The sellers are great people and we hope you take a look. . 

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