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Every once in a while an opportunity presents itself to own not merely a piece of property, or even just a home, but a lifestyle.  A lifestyle that fulfills all our dreams, one that leaves no detail to chance.  This lifestyle exists in the quiet gated community of Chateaux des Lacs at the northern end of Lake Tarpon in Tarpon Springs, FL. 

There are three distinct attributes that make the homes in Chateaux des Lacs stand out.  The first one is that they are all custom designed and each one is different from the other.  Secondly, the topography of Chateaux des Lacs is quite different from other Tarpon Springs subdivisions.  And the last reason Chateaux des Lacs is considered exclusive is because the homes sit on 1 acre + homesites and have access to Lake…

Tampa Bay offers a great opportunity for investors, especially homebuyers. The favorable buyers market conditions, added to the competitive prices, make the real estate investment a windfall in this season for prospective buyers.

Short-term or Long-term investment?

Both short-term and long-term investments have their own advantages and disadvantages. It depends on the investment plan one wishes to opt for and the kind of benefits he expects in the prescribed period. Be aware of the market trends and follow these guidelines before investing in them.

Short-term investment properties in Tampa are hard to find. There is a tough competition in grabbing them. And no doubt, one can be assured of a great benefit by procuring such a property and…

Lawrence Yun, Senior Economist for the National Association of Realtors, delivered a strong encouraging message of "Real Estate Rebound" to the Greater Tampa Association of Realtors yesterday, June 14, 2007:   "You can bet the house on it, five years from now you will be very happy you're in this business and located in Tampa".  It's Yun's view that rising incomes and declining home prices should have stimulated real estate sales this past year but didn't due to the housing bubble scares from the media.  But, Tampa seems to be hovering at the national average with regard to sales anyway, not so lucky are California, Miami and Naples.  Yun's predictions for the rebound are based on a general list of economic trends including many speculators leaving the…

Wow!  We have been contacted by one of the popular HGTV Cable television shows and we have many openings for our customers to be on one of their shows.  There's only one catch and it's not our rule, it's theirs.  You must be one of our current customers with a serious interest in buying a home.  All the shows that HGTV broadcasts involve real people in real life scenarios and this special show is no exception.  If this sounds like fun to you, give us a call and let us go to work for you finding you your next home.  Contact us for more details. And, yes you do get paid for your time by them!  Of course, we get some fantastic free advertising and we all get to have a really good time being on TV. Read Full Post

Outstanding opportunity to live in Clearwater, FL in a great home!  Spring Lake is has just been awarded Clearwater's Best Neighborhood of the Year and can you believe you can buy a home for under $250,000? Well now you can!  This home was just reduced to $219,000 for a quick sale.  This is a STEAL!  Spring Lake is conveniently located in the heart of Clearwater so close to the BEACHES and downtown Dunedin.  Tons of community amenities are available to homeowners in Spring Lake.  Spring Lake offers a large community pool and heated spa, a clubhouse, a fitness center, a playground and a tennis court -- all for a very low monthly fee of $60.00.  What a deal!  And, wait until you see this house!  Freshly painted inside and out, hardwood and ceramic floors, a…

Many people relocate to Florida from the north wondering where to live.  While there are many good choices here in the state of Florida , one of the best places to find employment and reasonable home prices is the Tampa Bay area.  Tampa Bay area provides many affordable housing opportunities to growing families and retirees.  Some communities to seek out and learn about for employment opportunities and affordable housing are Dunedin, Clearwater, and Largo.  These cities are the mainstay of the area and offer many jobs in the tourist and service industry.  Regular people with regular jobs live here, raise their families, and enjoy a lower cost of living than many other areas in Florida.

Another affordable housing opportunity for newer homes is in…

The entire Tampa Bay area is a hot market for real estate with a promising future. The area boasts lots to do for everyone, visitors, tourists and residents alike. There are many cultural events that take place year round annually that suit everyone’s interests. The business sector is booming in the Tampa area as well—whether you are looking to relocate here and find work or start a business, Tampa is very promising lands for your endeavors.   There are lots of reasons to relocate to the Tampa area in Florida. Low property taxes and the absence of state income tax, lowers the overall cost of living in Florida. The housing costs are lower than in many other areas due to these factors and many more. For example, schools and medical facilities also help… Read Full Post

Sometime in 2007 Trinity Florida will be getting a new and exciting Town Center.  The newest retail and office destination in the Trinity Community of Pasco County, this new town center will contain a wide range of retail shops, professional office space, restaurants, recreational opportunities and more in a design and format that will become "Main Street" for the Trinity area.

This is a welcome addition to this already popular area.  The Trinity area of Pasco County is ranked as one of the fastest growing housing communities in the area.  The newest subdivisions are Trinity East and Champions Club.  New construction is ongoing and there are even some resales in these communities as well.  Lipply Real Estate has a website dedicated to this sought after…