The Wiest Team Real Estate Blog

Your having trouble selling your house? We get this question a lot. There’s no magic answer, but we’ll try and explain. Each area of the country is different. The median sale price in each area varies - as does the available inventory of homes. Here in Tampa Bay we are in a sellers market. Meaning there is low inventory, and sellers have the upper hand. If your home is priced right, the listing is syndicated, the photos are professionally done, and you are willing to have your home shown when scheduled, it should surely sell.  There is a caveat to this. Within every market - there is a submarket. For Example: If homes in the $200,000 - 300,000 range are selling within 1 month, it doesn’t mean that a $550,000 home will sell in that same amount of time. The more expensive a home is - the longer it takes to sell (unless your in NYC or LA). There is less of a buyers pool as you move up in price. You must be patient and discuss the marketing plan with your REALTOR.  ...

Property Site: http://tour.circlepix.com/home/BQZM3F/105-E-CYPRESS-COURT-105-OLDSMAR-FL-U7852312 First Floor Unit located in desirable Cypress Estates of gated East Lake Woodlands. The condo offers a living room/dining room combination with sliders out to a screen enclosed lanai where the washer & dryer are located in the utility closet. The eat-in kitchen has a breakfast bar into the dining area and a window to keep it light and bright. Gorgeous ceramic tile floors in the open living room/dining room. Split bedroom plan with the master bedroom having two walk-in closets, large linen closet, sliders out to the screen enclosed lanai and master bath with walk-in tiled shower. The guest bath has a shower/tub combination. The community pool is a short walk away. Plenty of guest parking. This is a well-maintained property within easy commute to Tampa, St. Pete, airports, gulf beaches, shopping, and dining! Rear entrance to shopping and dining on East Lake Road. ...

So, you are ready to buy a Home. If you've bought and sold several homes in the past, you likely won't make these mistakes. However, if you are new to the market or you're a First Time Homebuyer, You will not want to make these mistakes. #1 Not Consulting with a REALTOR First Friends and family can give good advise, but your REALTOR knows the market and what it will take for you to find the right home and have your offer accepted. They can always give you recommendations on reputable lenders and will even know about state or county Bond Initiatives that you may qualify for. (Note: Not all Lenders participate in these Bond Programs, which can give certain buyers several thousand dollars towards closing costs or down payment). Your REALTOR will also lay out the steps necessary in the process. Its important to note that the real estate market shifts. In a Seller's Market, inventory is tight and you will likely be competing with other qualified buyers. In a Buyer's ...

Property Site: http://tour.circlepix.com/home/HYMX5K/2335-MESSENGER-CIRCLE-SAFETY-HARBOR-FL-U7833551 Beautiful corner lot, Rutland built home in the gated community of Cypress Knoll in Safety Habor. This lovely home features 4 bedrooms, 3 1/2 baths with a huge bonus room, formal living and dining rooms, and an open kitchen next to the family room which overlooks the screen enclosed salt water pool. The pool area boasts a spa with sperate pump and heater, pebble tec finish, zero entry infinity edge, and an outdoor kitchen for entertaining. There are several fruit trees on the property including lemon, papaya, and fig. The master bedroom is on the main level with 3 additional bedrooms and a huge bonus room upstairs. The bonus room is currently being used as a recreation room with a wet bar. The home is also wired for surround sound. This elegant home is situated with easy access to McMullen Booth Rd for shopping, dining, and entertainment. Appointment required for show...

As a first time home buyer, you are probably both nervous and confused regarding the process of buying your first home. Undoubtedly, family and friends have offered their opinion on the subject. Much of their advice is being offered from past experience and personal perspectives.  We're not saying its right or its wrong, but as Real Estate Professionals we'll give you our professional advice on the process and what you need to know to make the experience pleasurable. You most likely have started looking online already at available homes. You've seen many that you like, and many that you would never consider. That's a good start.  But you need to be purposeful. The first step to purchasing is figuring out how much your able to afford and how much you will be pre-approved for. This is accomplished by talking with a Mortgage Lender. You call them and they will ask you some questions regarding your income and expenses and then they'll tell you how much you are Pre-Q...