Valerie Anne Martinetti: Posted on Thursday, November 13, 2014 8:43 PM
Holiday Home Sellers
Buck the trend! Don’t wait for spring to list your home. Although home sales are customarily robust in the spring, there are no hard and fast rules in today’s unpredictable real estate climate.
As a, Selleryou need to consider every avenue for a successful sale. Home sale listings generally dip in the fall and winter months as sellers are busy this time of year with holidays. Assuming buyers are busy, Sellersoften opt to stave off listing until the spring or, suspend their active listing. |
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Valerie Anne Martinetti: Posted on Wednesday, October 29, 2014 7:22 PM
Welcoming Fall ... South Florida Style!
Valerie Anne Martinetti
As we welcome cooler temperatures and pumpkin-spiced lattes to our daily routine, the amber hues of autumn will soon pepper much of our United States. Well, with one distinct exception… South Florida.
That doesn’t mean we cannot get into the autumnal spirit here in the land of year-round sun and fun. In South Florida, we can welcome fall into our lives just like our neighbors to the north, sans the bulky sweaters and boots. A touch of nature adds a warm, cozy addition to any décor. |
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Valerie Anne Martinetti: Posted on Wednesday, May 28, 2014 7:24 AM
Did you know that more than half of all annual home sales will take place between May and August? Before we all get busy with back-to-school and the onset of the holiday season, this window is the perfect opportunity tomake a move.
Buyershave a unique opportunity to take advantage of historically low interest rates. The nightly news consistently warns us, rates will eventually tick upward as the housing market recovers.Buyersare poised to lock into these low interest loans for the 2014 selling season. |
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Valerie Anne Martinetti : Posted on Saturday, May 17, 2014 4:53 PM
Mandatory Equity Membership:Points to Ponder
Mandatory Equity Membership is associated with golf course communities requiring homeowners to purchase a club membership when they buy a home. This membership entitles them to use the facilities and own a portion of the golf club.
There is a mandatory equity membership fee and at times, an initiation fee; these can range anywhere from $5000.00 to $250,000.00, dependent upon exclusivity. Some clubs separate the fee into an amount that represents the refundable equity interest and one that represents a contribution to capital that is not refundable. |
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Valerie Anne Martinetti: Posted on Tuesday, November 12, 2013 4:18 PM
Highland Beach was named for its uncommonly high sand dunes that offer both protection from the sea and magnificent views. Highland Beach is just three miles long and proud of having it’s own police, fire and emergency assistance departments dedicated to serving it’s relatively small population.
This cutting-edge town installed a state-of-the-art reverse osmosis water treatment facility, drawing directly from the Florida “aquifer“ 1000 feet below the surface. This assures residents enjoy an unlimited supply of pure water. |
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Valerie Anne Martinetti: Posted on Monday, November 4, 2013 1:55 PM
Bordered by Deerfield Beach to the North and Pompano Beach to the South, Hillsboro Beach is a highly-prized stretch of beachfront attracting local Floridians and winter residents wholong to make their home by the sea. At just 3.2 miles, Hillsboro Beach residents enjoy ocean vistas, Intracoastal waterway views or; the most fortunate homeowners enjoy a bit of both. From time shares, co-ops and sleek high-rise condominium buildings to multi-level town homes and spectacular ocean-front mansions, Hillsboro Beach features a housing type to fit every budget and lifestyle. |
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Posted on Wednesday, October 23, 2013 10:16 PM
Calling All Captains! One of South Florida’s most exciting annual events, the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show, is slated to run from October 31 through November 4. The largest in waterboat show in the world, the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Showattracts boating enthusiasts from all over the world. Hosting over six locations, visitors revel in a first hand look at everything from spectacular super yachts and sail boats to the latest in personal water crafts along with marine and fishing accessories. |
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Valerie Anne Martinetti: Posted on Wednesday, October 16, 2013 3:52 PM
Living theboating lifestyleis an exciting way to connect with nature and tune out the day’s concerns. Whether you merely want to cruise the deep blue waters and catch some rays or enjoy sport fishing and water sports, time spent on the open water is engaging for the whole family.
Pompano Beach, Florida is a townperfectly suited for the boating lifestyle.With its name derived from thePompanofish, Pompano Beach is a popular destination for fishermen and boater’s from all over the world. Pompano Beach is a little over 22 square miles of land mass with a stretch of pristine beachfront approximately 3 miles long. |
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Valerie Anne Martinetti: Posted on Tuesday, October 8, 2013 1:36 PM
A gem nestled along the St Lucie River, Stuart, Florida is known as theSailfish Capital of the Worldand part of Florida’s famedTreasure Coast. In the 18 century, several Spanish galleons shipwrecked off the coast while carrying untold amounts of gold and silver. Onlysomeof this valuable bounty has since been recovered, giving the region its sparkling name. VotedAmerica’s Most Beautiful Cityin 2008, today’s Stuart represents a new frontier in South Florida. Quality of life and a lower cost of living coupled with open spaces and lower crime rates create an oasis for Floridians and snowbirds, alike. |
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Valerie Anne Martinetti : Posted on Tuesday, October 1, 2013 7:41 PM
As we welcome cooler temperatures and pumpkin-spiced lattes to our daily routine, the amber hues of autumn will soon pepper much of our United States.Well, with one distinct exception… South Florida. That doesn’t mean we cannot get into the autumnal spirit here in the land of year-round sun and fun. In South Florida, we can welcome fall into our lives just like our neighbors to the north, sans the bulky sweaters and boots. A touch of nature adds a warm, cozy addition to any décor. |
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