07.28.13, Homes In Zip Code 32503, 32514, 32571, 32583, 32561, 32566     Homes For Rent, Buyers Rebates, Free Foreclosure List Rate on 30-year mortgage at 2-year high: 4.51% Just two months ago, the average FRM was 3.35% - barely above the record low of 3.31%. Most experts predict stability now, but 33% foresee more increases. Read more. Short sale success: Anticipate what could go wrong Make a list of every potential obstacle that could derail a property's short sale and handle any deal-breaking issues before they become a problem. Read more.   Quote Of The Day     "You don't have to hold a position in order to be a leader." —     — Henry Ford:American industrialist, the founder of the Ford Motor Company   Are you paying too much in Property Management Fees? Are you going broke with ma... 07/28/2013

07.24.13, Homes In Zip Code 32503, 32514, 32571, 32583, 32561, 32566     Homes For Rent, Buyers Rebates, Free Foreclosure List   A home for a vet, a rally for Fla. homeowners Florida Realtors made a difference at Great American Realtor Days in Tallahassee this year: A rally, a home for a U.S. vet, legislative meetings, more. Watch slideshow. Reverse calculator determines lead generation needs It allows real estate pros to figure out how many leads they should generate to reach their income goals and helps keep them on track each month. Read more.   Quote Of The Day     "You don't have to hold a position in order to be a leader." —     — Henry Ford:American industrialist, the founder of the Ford Motor Company   Are you paying too much in Property Management Fees? Are you going broke with... 07/23/2013

07.23.13, Charles Stallions Report, 32504, Pensacola Homes for Sale   Homes For Sale, Buyers Rebates, Free Foreclosure List NAR Call for Action: Do no harm to homeowners Congress' "blank slate" approach to tax deductions could put everything on the chopping block. NAR asks members to get involved and keep housing affordable. Read more. Advocates sue for affordable housing money On Tues., group filed a lawsuit in Miami claiming Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac have failed to adequately fund affordable housing programs required by law. Read more.       LET US PRAY God, today, I want to make time to pray for all the people I see on a regular basis: my co-workers (say names), my family (say names), my friends (say names), my neighbors (say names), my church leaders (say names). You know every nee... 07/22/2013

07.22.13, Charles Stallions Report, 32504, Pensacola Homes for Sale   Homes For Sale, Buyers Rebates, Free Foreclosure List Lawmakers release report on Florida gaming Should the Florida Legislature expand gambling? Any change could impact commercial and residential real estate. Part one of two-part study released this week. Read more. Home price gains bring sellers off the sidelines Many owners again have equity and can move. As they do, buyer and seller demand should become more balanced and recent price increases should ease. Read more.      LET US PRAY Dear Lord, The old hymn "Faith of Our Fathers" played in my mind today. I want to thank you that the faith of many fathers lives on. I want to thank you for the faith of those who influenced and touched my life so that I, too, might ha... 07/22/2013

07.21.13, Homes In Zip Code 32503, 32514, 32571, 32583, 32561, 32566     Homes For Rent, Buyers Rebates, Free Foreclosure List A narrow focus helps real estate agents Research analysis: Real estate agents do best if they "sell in expensive areas and localize." Focus on an area of 5.29 square miles or less. Read more. Foreclosure settlement a bust for many Many ex-homeowners disappointed in money, with two-thirds receiving the lowest possible: $300. Questions remain about how amounts were calculated. Read more. Quote Of The Day     "The difference between a successful person and others is not a lack of strength, not a lack of knowledge, but rather a lack in will." —     — Vince LombardiAmerican football player, coach, and executive   Are you paying too much in Property Management Fees? A... 07/20/2013

07/21/13, Zillow, Trulia, Realtor, Buying a Home 32561, 32566 Homes For Sale, Buyers Rebates, Free Foreclosure List U.S. vets have easier license requirements in Fla. Hire a vet: They have an easier time obtaining a real estate license in Fla. DBPR Secretary Ken Lawson outlines state's military program in a recent email. Read more HUD closing 16 field offices - two in Fla. High-foreclosure cities Tampa and Orlando will each lose an office, leaving Fla. with HUD field offices in only two cities: Miami and Jacksonville. Read more.    Buyers are taking advantage of our Smooth Move Program at closing, Choose between 1% Cash Back, 1 year taxes paid, 1 years insurance paid, Free Home Warranty and Use of our Moving Van. Renters are taking advantage of our Smooth Move Program, Choose between Fr... 07/20/2013

07.21.13, Charles Stallions Report, 32504, Pensacola Homes for Sale   Homes For Sale, Buyers Rebates, Free Foreclosure List Flood insurance changes run into resistance Rate hikes have hurt some homeowners. Critics of the flood law say FEMA botched implementation and should consider non-federal mitigation measures. Read more. Housing shortage a concern for real estate economist Q&A: NAR's Lawrence Yun says current recovery is "genuine," but he worries about the market's limited inventory and a drop in the number of first-time buyers. Read more.       LET US PRAY Dear God, Please help me learn the lessons you desire me to learn in the circumstances of daily life and in the deserts through which I travel. Thank you for being my Oasis that I can look to, hope for, and know will be there at ... 07/19/2013

07.14.13, Charles Stallions Report, 32504, Pensacola Homes for Sale   Homes For Sale, Buyers Rebates, Free Foreclosure List HUD awards $471K in Fla. housing counseling grants Money going to 28 local counseling agencies in Florida. Last year, two HUD studies found counseling improved the likelihood that owners retained their homes. Read more U.S. Supreme Court strengthens property rights A decision yesterday for Fla. property owner has national implications. Ruling: In some cases, an owner deserves compensation if gov't fails to issue a permit. Read more.     LET US PRAY Dear God, I lift up men to you today. I pray that you will continue to reach out and draw them to you. I pray that every man will have his deepest spiritual need met...to know Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior. I pray that... 07/14/2013

07/13/13, Zillow, Trulia, Realtor, Buying a Home 32561, 32566 Homes For Sale, Buyers Rebates, Free Foreclosure List HUD conducts study of same-sex discrimination The first-ever national study examines rental housing discrimination against same-sex couples. However, it's not banned nationwide under Fair Housing Act. Read more. U.S. homebuilder confidence soars to 7-year high It's also the first time in seven years that a majority of homebuilders are optimistic about future sales - a sign of strength for    Buyers are taking advantage of our Smooth Move Program at closing, Choose between 1% Cash Back, 1 year taxes paid, 1 years insurance paid, Free Home Warranty and Use of our Moving Van. Renters are taking advantage of our Smooth Move Program, Choose between Free use of our Moving Van or... 07/13/2013

Zillow, Trulia, Realtor Market Report, Buying a Home on Pensacola Beach Homes For Sale, Buyers Rebates, Free Foreclosure List Pensacola Beach Condos for sale 32561 and Market Report for June 13 brought to by Charles Stallions Real Estate Services, we continuously monitor local real estate statistics to keep our clients informed and ahead of the real estate trends.  Below you will find Pensacola Beach, Florida real estate statistic. For last months stats scroll down, call me or e-mail for even more details. What can I do to sell my home for more money? SELLERS TIP # 12  STOP!! Do not buy or sell in Pensacola Beach without finding what the True Market Value of the home is. Click to order your FREE no obligation Appraisal NOW!! You could save Thousands. A Snapshot of the Pensacola Beach, F... 07/07/2013

07.03.13, Charles Stallions Report, 32504, Pensacola Homes For Sale   Homes For Sale, Buyers Rebates, Free Foreclosure List Census data: Florida tops in retiree population New Census data confirms that Florida is once again THE No. 1 retirement spot. More than 18% of Floridians are over age 65, the highest rate of any state. Read more. Mortgage rates continue upward climb Fence-sitters take note: Mortgage rates rose for the sixth straight week, putting the average rate on the 30-year loan just shy of 4 percent. Read more.     LET US PRAY Dear God, You are in control, even when life seems so out of control. Please help me to keep my focus on you and your will. I want to trust in you even in the midst of circumstances I don't understand. Keep me honest and humble. I pray you will provide ... 07/03/2013

Pensacola Beach Condos for sale 32561 and Market Report for June 13 brought to by Charles Stallions Real Estate Services, we continuously monitor local real estate statistics to keep our clients informed and ahead of the real estate trends.  Below you will find Pensacola Beach, Florida real estate statistic. For last months stats scroll down, call me or e-mail for even more details. What can I do to sell my home for more money? SELLERS TIP # 12  STOP!! Do not buy or sell in Pensacola Beach without finding what the True Market Value of the home is. Click to order your FREE no obligation Appraisal NOW!! You could save Thousands. A Snapshot of the Pensacola Beach, Florida Housing Market   Available CONDOS                       = 122 FORECLOSURES/ Short Sales        = 3 Current Condos Under... 07/03/2013

06.30.2013, Homes In Zip Code 32504, 32514, 32571, 32583, 32561     Homes For Rent, Buyers Rebates, Free Foreclosure List   Feds crack down on foreclosure auction scams Before a county foreclosure auction, they'd agree to work together and make only one low-ball bid. Later, after a second private auction, they'd split profits. Read more. Coastal homeowners stagger under insurance costs Nationwide, insurance costs rose 36% from 2003 to 2010, but coastal states saw more. Fla. topped list with 91% increase, but even Rhode Island averaged 62%. Read more. Quote Of The Day   "If you can dream it, then you can achieve it." —     — Zig Ziglar:Esteemed author and beloved motivational speaker —       Are you paying too much in Property Management Fees? Are you going broke with maintenance fees, l... 06/29/2013

06.27.13, Over the Back Fence with Joyce Kelley, Pensacola homes 32561 Homes For Sale, Buyers Rebates, Free Foreclosure List Six ways a home may turn off buyers Bankrate.com: Buyers may back away from a home listed for sale if it's dirty, they smell odors, fixtures are outdated or it has wallpaper, for example. Read more. Get ready for Google Reader's demise July 1 marks the end of Google's RSS service, but tech experts say there are a number of worthy, free alternatives like NewsBlur, Pulse or The Old Reader. Read more.    Buyers are taking advantage of our Smooth Move Program at closing, Choose between 1% Cash Back, 1 year taxes paid, 1 years insurance paid, Free Home Warranty and Use of our Moving Van. Renters are taking advantage of our Smooth Move Program, Choose between Free use o... 06/28/2013

06.26.13, Charles Stallions Report, 32514, Pensacola Homes For Sale   Homes For Sale, Buyers Rebates, Free Foreclosure List Bill to speed foreclosures now Fla. law On signing the bill on Friday, Gov. Scott noted it should boost the state's continued housing and economic recovery by placing homes back on the market. Read more. U.S. regains wealth from recession, but not equally Due to rising stock and home prices, America's wealth as a whole is back. Yet the average household has recovered only 63% of the wealth it lost. Read more.     LET US PRAY Dear God, This morning I remembered that children's song that goes "I am a promise. I am a possibility. I am a promise, with a capital P. I am a great big bundle of potentiality..." In Jesus, I am a great big bundle of potentiality. I pray that... 06/26/2013

06.25.13, Over the Back Fence with Joyce Kelley, Pensacola homes 32566 Homes For Sale, Buyers Rebates, Free Foreclosure List Fannie Mae will help speed short sale if given info Under a new program, Fannie Mae will help expedite short sale problems and work with the lender if a Realtor submits a copy of contracts and forms. Read more. Wells Fargo settles complaint on foreclosed homes Six Fla. cities will see part of a $39 million agreement. HUD alleges that Wells Fargo unfairly neglected REO homes located in minority neighborhoods. Read more.    Buyers are taking advantage of our Smooth Move Program at closing, Choose between 1% Cash Back, 1 year taxes paid, 1 years insurance paid, Free Home Warranty and Use of our Moving Van. Renters are taking advantage of our Smooth Move Program, Choo... 06/25/2013

06.25.13, Charles Stallions Report, 32514, Pensacola Homes For Sale   Homes For Sale, Buyers Rebates, Free Foreclosure List Florida Realtors earns national recognition Ragan Communications named Florida Realtors as a national finalist in 2 categories for its 2013 PR Daily Awards: Best External Publication and Best PR Team. Read more. What's new on Facebook for small businesses? More small businesses use Facebook as an integral part of their social media marketing. New products like Graph Search and Check-in can help attract clients. Read more.     LET US PRAY God, today, I'm thinking about all the people in my life. I pray for each and every one and their special needs. I want to stand in the gap and lift them up. Show me who needs Your special touch. Bring their needs to my attention. ... 06/25/2013

06.23.13, Charles Stallions Report, 32504, Pensacola Homes For Sale   Homes For Sale, Buyers Rebates, Free Foreclosure List Fla. students get $118,800 in scholarships Awards go to 96 young people from across the state to help them "realize their goals for the future," says Florida Realtors Education Foundation chair. Read more. 7 years without storms but Fla. rates keep rising Fla. has approved more than 100 property insurance rate hike requests a year since 2009 - many in double digits. But that may end if storms steer clear. Read more.     LET US PRAY Dear God, "It's the simple things..." The simple things in life are the things that can irritate me and the things that can bring me the most pleasure. I want to thank you for the small things and the simple things. Like the widow's mite... 06/23/2013

06.08.13, Over the Back Fence with Joyce Kelley, Pensacola homes 32561 Homes For Sale, Buyers Rebates, Free Foreclosure List Make a 'disaster' less disastrous by preparing 5 months and 26 days left in the 2013 hurricane season: Visit Florida Realtors' Disaster Resources webpage for info to help prepare now or recover later. Visit webpage. How small businesses can avoid loan rejection A good credit rating isn't just for homebuyers - thousands of small businesses get turned down every week. Preparation is key to success. Read more.    Buyers are taking advantage of our Smooth Move Program at closing, Choose between 1% Cash Back, 1 year taxes paid, 1 years insurance paid, Free Home Warranty and Use of our Moving Van. Renters are taking advantage of our Smooth Move Program, Choose between F... 06/09/2013

06.07.13, Over the Back Fence with Joyce Kelley, Pensacola homes 32561 Homes For Sale, Buyers Rebates, Free Foreclosure List Many Americans find errors in credit reports Findlaw.com study: About 1/4 find issues, with the most common being incorrect or outdated credit and personal info; 68% who find errors are able to fix them. Read more. Some owners chip away at mortgage with credit card Wells Fargo's Home Rebate card allows users to pay down mortgage principal each time they charge something. Lender says $50M forgiven since its 2007 debut. Read more..    Buyers are taking advantage of our Smooth Move Program at closing, Choose between 1% Cash Back, 1 year taxes paid, 1 years insurance paid, Free Home Warranty and Use of our Moving Van. Renters are taking advantage of our Smooth Move Pr... 06/09/2013