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Tuesday, February 19, 2013

Five Deadly Mistakes Home Sellers Make 305-395-0814


 Sooner or later, most homeowners will be in a position to sell their home. This report summarizes the top five mistakes that home sellers make, simply because the experience is new to them.

When you’re looking for help buying or selling property, it’s important to remember that the terms “real estate agent” and “Realtor” are not synonymous.
 –  To be a Realtor, you must be a member in good standing of the National Association of Realtors (NAR).  
 –  NAR members adhere to a strict code of ethics founded on the principle of providing fair and honest service to all consumers.  Realtor business practices are monitored at local levels.  Arbitration and disciplinary systems are in place to address complaints from the public or board members.  This local monitoring keeps Realtors directly accountable to the individual consumers they serve.
 –  The National Association of Realtors also has earned a strong reputation for actively championing private property rights and working to make home ownership affordable and accessible.
When you’re preparing your house for sale, remember the importance of first impressions.  A buyer’s first impression can determine whether they’ll choose to look inside.  It’s estimated that more than 50 percent of shoppers decide to purchase a home even before they get out of their car.  With that in mind, be sure to stand outside your home and take a realistic “fresh look.”  Then ask yourself (and your Realtor) what you can do to enhance the “curb appeal.”  It could make a significant difference in your final sales price as well as the speed of your sale.

Mistake #3.  Not Appreciating the Buyer’s Point of View
Unreasonable though it may be, a prospective buyer would like to see a perfect home from top to bottom and inside and out.  To improve the likelihood of an easy, fast and profitable home sale, we suggest that you attend to the following items:
 On the outside
  1. Sweep the front walkway.
  2. Remove newspapers, bikes and toys.
  3. Park extra cars away from the property.
  4. Trim back the shrubs.
  5. Apply fresh, clean paint on your home, wooden fence, and outbuildings.
  6. Clean windows and window coverings.
  7. Maintain sprinkler systems.
  8. Maintain sealants around windows and doors.
  9. Make sure roof and gutters are clean and in good condition.
  10. Mow the lawn frequently and plant flowers.
  11. Keep pet areas clean.
  12. Take down out-of-season decorations.
 On the inside
  1. The kitchen and bathroom should look and smell clean.
  2. Vacuum rugs and carpets (and have them professionally cleaned, if necessary).
  3. Place fresh flowers in the main rooms.
  4. Put away dishes, unless setting a formal display for decoration.
  5. Make all beds and put away clothing.
  6. Open drapes and turn on lights for a brighter feel.
  7. Straighten closets.
  8. Put away toys.
  9. Turn off televisions.
  10. Play soft music on the radio/stereo.
  11. Keep pets out of the way and pet areas clean and odor-free.
  12. Secure jewelry, cash, prescription medication and other valuables.
  13. Consider removing unnecessary furniture and appliances from counter tops to create a greater sense of space.
  14. Consider baking cookies or lighting scented candles to create a homey atmosphere.
 Mistake #4.  Thinking You Need To be In the Home to Provide Details to Prospective Buyers
Allow your Realtor to do his or her job without you on site.  Most potential buyers feel more comfortable if they can speak freely to the real estate professional without the owner present.  If people unaccompanied by an agent would like to see your property, refer them to your real estate professional for an appointment.

Mistake #5.  Over-Pricing Your Home
Perhaps the most challenging aspect of selling a home is listing it at the correct price.  It’s one of several areas where the assistance of a skilled real estate consultant can pay for itself versus trying to sell your home yourself.  
 If the listing price is too high, you’ll miss out on a percentage of buyers looking in the range where your home should be priced.  Some people think that if they leave some “wiggle room” in the price, they’ll always have the opportunity to negotiate and accept a lower offer.  However, chances are the offers won’t even come in, because the buyers who would be most interested in your home have been scared off by the price, and won’t even take the time to consider it.  By the time you correct the price, you’ve already missed exposure to a group of potential buyers.  
 The listing price becomes even trickier to set when prices are quickly rising or falling.  It’s critical to be aware of where and how fast thelocal Florida Keys market is moving – both when setting the price and when negotiating an offer.  An experienced, well-trained real estate consultant is always in touch with market trends – often even to a greater extent than appraisers, who typically focus on what a property is worth if sold as is, right now.
This report courtesy of
Lela Ashkarian, PA, CRS, GRI, e-PRO
305-395-0814

Thursday, February 14, 2013

Are you Waiting for the Market to Come Back Before you TRY and sell or buy?


It seems to me that in Today's local economy in Florida Keys,  is going to do one of two things: either remain the same or continue to go down . so you see, waiting just doesn't help, does it? May be you're saying that because you're really not committed to move in Florida Keys or Move TO an area where your family, friends are.  How would you know that waiting for the market to come back is not the best idea for you? Whether you are selling or buying!
I am curious,
If you were to move .. where would you think you love to Go?
Take out your phone, look up my number 305-395-0814 or get a free home evaluation on your Florida Keys Home www.BuyFloridaKeysHome.com

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Saturday, February 9, 2013

Ocean Front Condo, Key Colony Beach Fl For Sale



Sandy Beaches Florida Keys Condo For Sale, Key Colony Beach Fl
Key Colony Beach, Florida Keys Sandy Beach
Lela Ashkarian
305-395-0814
www.IKnowtheKeys.com
Key Colony Beach Front Condo for Sale

Beach Front Furnished Condo For Sale Florida Keys 
 

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$539,000
Condominium
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2 Bedrooms
2 Bathrooms
Interior: 1,325 sqft
Location
1001 W Ocean Drive
Key Colony Beach, FL 33051
USA

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Lilas 'Lela' Ashkarian, P.A. CRS, e-PRO, GRI
Lilas 'Lela' Ashkarian, P.A. CRS, e-PRO, GRI

Coldwell Banker Schmitt Real Estate
(305) 395-0814
lela@cbschmitt.com
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Sandy Beaches Florida Keys Condo For Sale, Key Colony Beach Fl
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Key Colony Beach Front Condo for Sale

Monday, February 4, 2013

Moving in FLorida Keys With Kids and Pets? Life's a Beach! 305-395-0814


Marathon Key Florida Keys, Coco Plum Beach, located on Coco Plum Drive off of Mile Marker 54, is an undeveloped natural beach.  This day the sky was clear, weather was crisp and the beach lovers were floating on their kayak. 
After Marathon incorporated, the City cleaned up years of accumulated debris and returned the beach to its natural state. Imagine yourself here at Coco Plum Beach or Marathon Sombrero Beaches, Quiet and peaceful are two words that people use frequently to describe the natural beauty of Coco Plum Beach. Isn't it Nice to Love where you Live? The park includes a natural wetlands area for preservation, and is very popular with locals and visitors who want some quiet island downtime. There are restrooms and a covered thatch roof tiki pavilion on site, plus lots of natural wooded area bordering the tropical sea.
As the old saying goes, Life’s a Beach! Although the Keys are tropical islands, most of them are ancient reef beds that were exposed as the sea levels dropped many thousands of years ago. Being chunks of coral rock, most don’t have beaches like you’d see in other parts of the Gulf and Atlantic shores. JB
When you want to make sure the people you care about get the best advice, simply take out your cell phone, look up my number 305-395-0814  and call me so you and I can discuss the best way to approach them.  Remember, a referral is sending someone you care about to someone you know and trust. I know you know someone. It may be a person in your family, maybe a friend or a neighbor. It may be a person from your church or maybe your work. By now, I know you know someone. I'm curious, who comes to mind first?
Buy Your Home in Paradise
Sombrero Beach is the City’s jewel and showplace. Located at the end of Sombrero Beach Boulevard.  This  beach is where you want to be.  it has new pavilions, restrooms, and environmental features, plus the entire park is handicapped-accessible. There is a kid’s playground, a volleyball court, wheelchair-friendly walkways, and plenty of pavilions for your picnic or cookouts. Tall coconut palms sway in the tropical breezes, and Sombrero Beach is continually rated as one of the best beaches in South Florida. Sombrero Beach is also the host of Marathon’s July 4th Celebration, an all-day event that culminates in the Keys’ best fireworks display.  JB

Saturday, February 2, 2013

Selling or Buying your Home is Like Taking an Airline Flight Across country - Classified Ad

Selling or Buying your Home is Like Taking an Airline Flight Across country - Classified Ad

Florida Keys Marathon Key Community




 Florida Keys Vacation Homes Interview (continued)
FKV: Out of all the islands, which of the Keys is the most affordable for Florida Keys vacation homes, permanent homes and investment properties?

120 waterfront and non-waterfront homes in Marathon Community Florida

LA: There are certain areas, or pockets of areas starting from Key Largo to Key West that have subdivisions where you could buy a little mobile home on a canal from $250,000 to $350,000. Search Florida Keys Properties  in your Price Range.

There are also areas like Islamorada, Marathon and the Lower Keys, especially Big Pine area, where for $350,000 you can get a piece of land, and a nice two bedroom/2 bath single family home.

It really depends on a buyer's definition of affordable and where they want their Florida Keys vacation home, permanent home, or investment properties to be located.

FKV: That's good information because each of our visitors will have different criteria regarding Florida Keys vacation homes and investment properties. Your answer provides them with a helpful guideline to work within.

Knowing what you just said, and with real estate being what it is in this downturn of a market, is there any particular Key that would be better at holding it's value over another?

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Friday, February 1, 2013

Florida Keys Vacation Home can be a profitable investment


Florida Keys vacation homes and investment properties are a topic many of our Readers are interested in.
There's something magical about owning a piece of property in this tropical paradise.

Whether you're looking to buy a vacation home, a permanent home, or a vacation rental property, the timing couldn't be better.

You may even start off like some people do, and take advantage of a vacation rental for a year or two.

This gives you an opportunity to see which area of the Keys you prefer before making your vacation home investment.
If you're considering going this route first, click on the following link for up-to-date information on Florida Keys vacation rentals. This will give you a chance to get your feet wet and see what you want most in a home and what region you'd enjoy living in most.






There are many beautiful Florida Keys rental homes and properties to purchase in this tropical paradise. The key is to find the one that's just right for you.

Towards that end, I believed it was important to have a conversation with a Realtor who was well versed with real estate in Florida Keys as a whole.

It had to be someone who knew the region inside and out. Who could provide facts, figures, and helpful insight on Florida Keys vacation homes, investment properties, and home purchases.

Lela Ashkarian is a well respected Realtor with a 15 year, highly successful career. Only someone of her caliber, could bring to this venue the knowledge and guidance we needed to share with our Readers.

I believe you'll find her interview to be informative and beneficial if Florida Keys vacation homes are an option for you.

Not only is Ms. Ashkarian a well respected Realtor, she has authored several books. Her latest, "The Crossing", captures the essence of a young woman on the brink of disaster yet imbued with determination to more than survive, to thrive.