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By Katerina Gasset, Amplify Your Real Estate & Life Dreams!
(The Gasset Group & Get It Done For Me Virtual Services )
Florida History - Ponce De León Ship Tour- Ft Lauderdale  The ship that Ponce Deón sailed to Florida.  El Galión- a 170 foot replica of the ship arrived at the Bahia Mar Marina in Ft Lauderdale in May. It is a traveling history museum. This event was the celebration of the 500 anniversary of the last known trip by Ponce De León to arrive in St Augustine.  The tickets to climb aboard this historic ship were free and all 20,000 of them were snatched up really fast. They were sold out within the day.  We made a Florida homeschool field trip down to Ft Lauderdale at Bahia Mar Marina to soak in a lot of great Florida history. This is all a part of the Viva Florida 500 celebration. There are historic exhibits all over the state of Florida during this year.    Ponce De León arrived in Florida ...
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By Phil Stevenson, CRMP, "Mortgage Nerd" in Miami, Florida and Texas
(PS Mortgage Lending 305-791-4874 or 888-845-6630)
The Standard Fixed-Rate HECM Loan...A Thing of the Past Earlier this year, the Federal Housing Administration removed the Standard Fixed-Rate Home Equity Conversion Mortgage from its list of available reverse mortgage products, leaving only the HECM Saver ("Standby" Reverse Mortgage) and the Adjustable-Rate Standard HECM. During a Senate Banking Committee hearing on Tuesday, July 23, the assistant secretary for the Department of Housing and Urban Development, Carol Galante stated that there were no plans to reinstate the program, according to an article published by Reverse Mortgage Daily. The Congressional hearing was assembled in order to discuss the FHA Solvency Act of 2013, which would require yearly reviews of premium levels and loan performance so that pricing and underwriting sta...
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By Phil Stevenson, CRMP, "Mortgage Nerd" in Miami, Florida and Texas
(PS Mortgage Lending 305-791-4874 or 888-845-6630)
Can You Refinance A Reverse Mortgage? It's not typical to associate refinancing with a reverse mortgage. After all, one of the reasons you refinance in the first place is to get a lower interest on our typical mortgages and pay less in interest yearly. Refinancing your reverse mortgage is also possible. Recent factors, like the housing recovery gaining momentum and the extension of value limits on the reverse mortgage, have created a potentially beneficial environment for seniors looking to refinance their reverse mortgages. Especially, if your original reverse mortgage was done around 2010-2011, when home values were at their lowest. One of the reasons to consider refinancing your reverse mortgage would be to include a previously non-borrowing spouse in the reverse mortgage after they ...
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By Phil Stevenson, CRMP, "Mortgage Nerd" in Miami, Florida and Texas
(PS Mortgage Lending 305-791-4874 or 888-845-6630)
PATH Act Continues to Cause Controversy While the PATH Act passed in the House of Representatives on July 24, it was only by a margin of three votes. If the numbers are any indication, support for the bill is lukewarm at best, with as many people for it as there are against it. In fact, House democrats and members of the housing Industry, such as the National Association for Home Builders, have expressed many concerns for the PATH Act's proposed legislation. In an article published on the NAHB website, the CEO of NAHB, Jerry Howard, said: “As currently drafted, the PATH Act does not provide the federal support necessary to ensure a strong and liquid housing finance system, and we urge the committee to make the necessary changes.” I have to agree with CEO Jerry Howard, especially the fed...
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By Amy Kilcoyne, Bringing Buyers and Sellers Together
Foreclosure Deal on a prime WATERFRONT location in Fort Lauderdale, FL.   Don't walk but RUN to snatch up this fantastic waterfront deal. This is waterfront living at it's finest. This 3 bedroom condo comes with dock space that provides ocean access with NO fixed bridges. Live on Hendricks Isle an experience all the shops and restaurants of Las Olas Blvd steps away.   This is the deal you need to be apart of. Schedule your private showing today.   Call 954-439-0996   Find more information this property and other available foreclosures by visiting www.livinginbroward.com   Fort Lauderdale Waterfront Foreclosure    
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By Annett T. Block, Your NextHome in Fort Lauderdale Beach
(NextHome Connect Realty)
Living At The Coral Ridge Towers East Coral Ridge Towers East are located within the Coral Ridge Tower Complex at the famous Galt Ocean Mile in the zip code area of 33308. You can search for homes for sale in Coral Ridge Tower by clicking the link.   Why Do People Live Here? Coral Ridge Towers East  is a residence for senior citizen aged 55 and older.  During the winter month you will have more residence living in the complex than during the summer, since there is a variety of snowbirds coming for the winter month to their second residence. The East Towers have a total of 338 apartments in a sixteen stories building .  It is a short walk to the Beaches of the Atlantic Ocean, the Intra Coastal Waterway as well central located to medical professionals, super market, restaurants, banks, ph...
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By Annett T. Block, Your NextHome in Fort Lauderdale Beach
(NextHome Connect Realty)
Amerika Feiert Am 4ten Juli Geburtstag Am 4. Juli gab es eine neue Nation, die Geburt einer neuen Form von einer Regierung, auf dem Prinzip, dass jeder das Recht auf Glück und Erfolg hat. An diesem besonderen Tag feiert Amerika am 4ten July Geburtstag. Wenn Sie in Fort Lauderdale oder Umgebung sich zur dieser Zeit aufhalten dann sollten Sie unbedingt eines vieler Veranstaltungen besuchen. Fort Lauderdale Am 4ten Juli hat die Stadt Fort Lauderdale eine spectaculare Geburtstagsfeier am Fort Lauderdale Strand at A1a und Las Olas Boulevard. Die Independence Day Feierligkeiten bietet eine begeisternde und spektakulär Kinder-Zone, Musik und eine überraschende Feuerwerks Show. 12.30 bis 16.30 Uhr - Familienaktivitäten mit DJ, Bounce Häuser, Face Painting, Games & GewinnspieleVon 1.30 bis 14.30...
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By Annett T. Block, Your NextHome in Fort Lauderdale Beach
(NextHome Connect Realty)
4th Of July Celebration On Fort Lauderdale Beaches   On July 4th, our new nation gave birth to a new form of government, founded on the principal that everyone has the right to pursue happiness and success. On this special day join us and celebrate ones again the 4th Of July Celebration On Fort Lauderdale Beaches. The City of Fort Lauderdale will have the fourth of July Spectacular on Thursday on Fort Lauderdale Beach at A1a and Las Olas Boulevard. The Independence Day Celebration will offer an enthusiastic spectacular with a children zone, unrecorded music, and a surprising firecrackers show. 12:30 – 4:30 p.m. - Family activities with DJ, Bounce Houses, Face Painting, Games & Contests 1:30 – 2:30 p.m. - 101.5 Lite FM Diaper Derby 4:00 – 5:15 p.m. - American Legion Symphonic Orchestra 5...
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By Annett T. Block, Your NextHome in Fort Lauderdale Beach
(NextHome Connect Realty)
Immobilienverwaltung Und Ferienwohnungen In Fort Lauderdale Beim Kauf von Immobilienanlagen und Ferienwohnungen in der Gegend von Fort Lauderdale wollen Sie wahrscheinlich dieses vermieten und eine gute Hausverwaltung kann Ihnen ein Stück Zufriedenheit geben bei der Vermietung Ihrer Immobilie. Eine sehr gute Hausverwalter mit dem richtigen Know-how kann Ihnen zusichern: Das Sie an die besten Mieter auf dem Markt vermieten Das erste, was ein erfahrener Hausverwalter tun sollten, ist die Mieter zu screenen und deren  Antrag gründlich zu prüfen. Dies ist ein sicherer Weg um den Mieter aus der Hölle  vorzeitig aus zu sortieren . Sie wollen einen Mieter, der Ihre Immobilienanalge in Ordnung hält und pflegt wenn er dort wohnt, die Miete zeitgemäss bezahlt, eine längere Mietzeit eingeht und ke...
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By Annett T. Block, Your NextHome in Fort Lauderdale Beach
(NextHome Connect Realty)
Property Management Investment and Vacation Properties in Fort Lauderdale When buying an investment property and/ or vacation home in the  Fort Lauderdale area you probably want to rent it out  and a good property manager can give you a piece of mind when renting your property. A great property manager with the right know how can give you a peace of mind by: Provide you with the best tenant on the market. The first thing an experienced property manager should do is screen the Tenants and their application. This is a safe way to sort out the tenant from hell. You want a tenant who resides at an  investment property with respect, paying their rent on time, reside for a longer time and are no trouble makers. Similar are the needs at vacation homes. You want vacationers who are respectful t...
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By Amy Kilcoyne, Bringing Buyers and Sellers Together
In my previous post, I featured Beachfront homes in Fort Lauderdale for sale. If you are looking for a less upkeep perhaps an oceanfront condo in Fort Lauderdale would be an excellent fit. Fort Lauderdale has many oceanfront condos for sale. Fort Lauderdale oceanfront condos come in a wide range of price points with a wide range of amenities. Call me today at (954) 439-0996 to discuss the amenities you are looking for in an oceanfront condo in Fort Lauderdale. I work an array of prices points and work with clients seeking permanent homes, 2nd homes, or investment properties. I'm hear to answer any questions you may have about buying an oceanfront condo in Fort Lauderdale.   Are you ready to own a piece of paradise?   Search Oceanfront condos for Sale in Fort Lauderdale here   http://www...
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By Phil Stevenson, CRMP, "Mortgage Nerd" in Miami, Florida and Texas
(PS Mortgage Lending 305-791-4874 or 888-845-6630)
New funding has finally come to housing counseling agencies in the form of a $40 million dollars awarded by the Federal Housing Administration and Department of Housing and Urban Development. The funding award, which will help sustain HUD-approved counseling, will go toward helping new and existing homebuyers manage their money as well as achieving financial security at present and in the future.  In a previous blog post, I outlined the benefits of reverse mortgage counseling, and the fact that, while the process has become increasingly complex, the borrower will benefit immensely from it. Many mortgage brokers and lenders will say and explain as little as possible and take advantage of a borrower, which is unethical and not something we do. Reverse mortgage counseling prevents this by ...
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By Amy Kilcoyne, Bringing Buyers and Sellers Together
Oceanfront Homes for Sale in Fort Lauderdale are gems to be found. Be apart of the exclusive 49 homes located DIRECTLY on the SAND. Be apart of luxury in the most desired real estate community in Fort Lauderdale. If you are interested in viewing oceanfront homes for sale in Fort Lauderdale, please contact Amy Kilcoyne at 954-439-0996 for an appointment. Take a glimpse of oceanfront homes for sale in Fort Lauderdale, FL.   View my website for more Oceanfront homes for sale in Fort Lauderdale. Click picture below for access Visit my website for a list of available oceanfront homes for sale in Fort Lauderdale
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By Annett T. Block, Your NextHome in Fort Lauderdale Beach
(NextHome Connect Realty)
How To Have Advantage Over Other Home Buyer   With shrinking inventory and a competitive market home buyer more and more find them in a multiple offer situation and many times loose out on the home they had there eye on it. It is important that buyer  in today's market understand how they can have advantage over other Home Buyer: 1) Be pre-approved: There is a difference between pre-qualified and pre-approval for a mortgage. Many agents are satisfied with a pre-qualification while they think it will be enough for a seller. Not any longer - since a pre-qualification means nothing any more. With a pre-approval you had your consultation with a loan officer, your credit has been checked, and your terms are set in regards of to the mortgage you can afford and interest rates. This shows to an...
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By Annett T. Block, Your NextHome in Fort Lauderdale Beach
(NextHome Connect Realty)
Things To Do In Fort Lauderdale When The Kids Are On Summer Break We are just a few days before the first School Kids in Fort Lauderdale start their summer break. And as every year many parents have the same question what  things to do in Fort Lauderdale when the kids are on Summer Break. I my self had a kid in school with an eight week summer break in Fort Lauderdale and I was happy for every suggestion to keep her active during that time. My first recommendation is a visit to the Miami Children's Museum in Miami Beach. Every third Friday of the month the Miami Beach Childrens Museum grants Free admission from 03pm - 09pm, sponsored by Target. For this years summer break  2013 the museum offers a summer camp for kids from age 7-10 years. The camp theme is a "Travel through different ti...
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By Broker Patty Da Silva Da Silva, Top Listing Broker
( Green Realty Properties® - 954-667-7253)
  Gorgeous Victoria Park Home Listed by Green Realty Properties sold for Listing Price!   Stunning Victoria Park Home in Fort Laudredale received 8 offers and closed for listing price! VICTORIA PARK HOME FEATURES A SERENE PRIVATE BACKYARD WITH TRANQUIL BLUE POOL & JACUZZI SURROUNDED BY GORGEOUS TROPICAL PALM TREES AND NATIVE PLANTS.  KITCHEN INCLUDES UPGRADED CABINETS, GRANITE COUNTER TOPS, & TOP OF THE LINE APPLIANCES. UPGRADED INSET LIGHTING, SKY LIGHTS, ARCHITECTURALLY DESIGNED CEILINGS,  SPIRAL STAIRCASE LEADING TO AN ARTIST'S LOFT, REMODELED BATHROOMS & HURRICANE IMPACT WINDOWS. ALL IN THE HEART OF FORT LAUDERDALE AND IN WALKING DISTANCE TO LAS OLAS BLVD.    Home Offered for $400,000 and closed for $400,000   Interested in selling your home? Call us:   954.667.7253                ...
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By Annett T. Block, Your NextHome in Fort Lauderdale Beach
(NextHome Connect Realty)
Cross Fox Condos Fort Lauderdale     Find similar condos for sale at theCross Fox Condos Fort Lauderdale. Cross Fox Condos are an Oasis in itself right in the heart of Fort Lauderdale. Central located in walking distances to the beach, famous Lauderdale by the Sea, fine dining, small shopping center, food shopping as well to public transportation if needed. Cross Fox is located east of US1 (Federal Highway) and near Commercial Blvd. Within the community enjoy a resort style living with a court yard of your dreams. When choosing to live hear there are  many amenities included with your low maintenance fees. Life can be good here! Condo Units at Cross Fox Cross Fox was built during the years of 1973-1974 and consist of three separate buildings: A, B and C. It is an all age community with ...
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By Annett T. Block, Your NextHome in Fort Lauderdale Beach
(NextHome Connect Realty)
Fort Lauderdales FOUNTAINS ON OCEAN BLVD.   Fort Lauderdale Fountains on Ocean Blvd. are located within the zip codes 33305. Find similar condos for sale in Fort Lauderdale Fountains on Ocean Blvd The Fountains on Ocean Boulevard were built in 2008 with two - seven story towers that each is home to 30 residents. Even so the community is not directly located on the water it has a unique location within the Fort Lauderdale Beach Community. The Beach is only a few steps away. Living and enjoy your unit and sun bath on the roof top with garden terrace including a pool and sundeck with Ocean and Intracoastal water views. Stay fit with a state of the art fitness center overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. Fort Lauderdale Beach is only a few steps away with their fine dining, fine shopping and exq...
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By Annett T. Block, Your NextHome in Fort Lauderdale Beach
(NextHome Connect Realty)
  Who Is In Charge During A Short Sale In Fort Lauderdale Many home buyers think that the short sale lender is in charge during a short sale in Fort Lauderdale. Nothing could be further from the truth. Who Is In Charge During A Short Sale In Fort Lauderdale? - You the home seller is in charge and here is why: The short sale lender can only veto a short sale offer. They can’t put the property up for sale or decide who to sell it to. Only the home owner can do that. Why is that and who is in charge during a Short Sale In Fort Lauderdale? Until the lender forecloses on the home the home owner is in the driver’s seat. The home owners  “own” the property until the lender forecloses on them. We have had many buyers get angry at our home seller in Fort Lauderdale, that the home owner would not...
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By Annett T. Block, Your NextHome in Fort Lauderdale Beach
(NextHome Connect Realty)
  South Florida Realtor Open House Weekend  South Florida Realtor Open House Weekend is in 2013 on the weekend of April 20 and April 21. This is a national event where many Realtors participate and hold open houses for that special weekend throughout Florida and the nation.. The event is sponsored by the National Association of Realtors (NAR) and kicks of the official spring selling season. Spring season is typically the busiest season of the year, while school season will end soon and moving in to the new Neighborhood is the best opportunity for many buyer and seller.  How will you find all the open house in the South Florida . For an easy search we have all South Florida Realtor Open House Weekend homes assembled for you, before you go out and drive around-here is the list. Always rem...
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