SRQ market area update (Sarasota | Bradenton | Lakewood Ranch | Venice | West Villages) boasts 2 of the top 10 selling MPCs in all of USA

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FLORIDA Master planned communities 2017 sales report.
“Lakewood Ranch in Sarasota has made regular appearances near the top of the list for several years, benefiting from high-quality schools, a location adjacent to I-75, great recreational amenities, and the inclusion of a substantial employment center and numerous retail and entertainment options. West Villages, located several miles south of Lakewood Ranch in the Venice area, sold nearly 1,000 homes in 2017, primarily targeting a more mature demographic of retiree buyers. In addition to high-quality recreational amenities, West Villages is in the early stages of developing a town center that will feature shopping, restaurants, hospitality, and office space, features likely to drive continued strong sales in the future.”

Information quoted and sourced from RCL CO Real Estate Advisors Report on Tope Selling Master Planned Communities of 2017.

SRQ MARKET AREA BIG HEADLINES: a testament to SRQ’s unbeatable quality of life and relative affordability.

  1. SRQ market area is the 6th fastest growing market area in USA – we have 2 of the top 10 fastest selling Master Planned Communities in all of USA – Lakewood Ranch #3 – West Villages in Venice #4
  2. Lifestyle and Affordability are primary drivers – as a general rule of thumb – condo on Atlantic side that costs $500 – costs $450 in Naples – $400 in Orlando – $375 in SRQ – 100% – 90% – 80% – 75%
  3. Age is also a big factor – average age in Lakewood Ranch is 45 – Sarasota & Venice is 55 – Ft. Myers & Naples is 65 – general rule of thumb – the further south you go – the older it gets
  4. Sarasota is 6th best performing large city in USA
  5. Sarasota County has highest rated school district in State of Florida
  6. Sarasota County is ranked #1 area in Florida for Entrepreneurs
  7. Hurricanes: SRQ has not taken a direct hit from a major hurricane in over 50 years – always seem to go by us – or go over us – at dramatically reduced wind speeds – as Irma did last summer – Lakewood Ranch lost power for only one hour – and this is a really big selling point – especially for older folks from out of State 

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3 Big Mistakes Buyers make:

  1. 1. NOT KNOWING THE NEIGHBORHOOD...ContinuedReal estate always has been and always will be a local business. Know your neighborhood is a cardinal rule in this business. A real estate professional knows what is going on in their local market area. Hire a knowledge, local professional. When we see folks wandering around with a notebook and a list of questions, we know they are the most likely to make a costly mistake. A PROFESSIONAL Realtor, (please note the word professional), can spend 15 minutes listening to your needs and wants, and probably rule out 90% of the local market options, and focus your attention, on the 3 or 4 or 5 communities that will meet your needs, and make sense from both a financial and lifestyle point of view. I am amazed at how many people from out of State, go it alone, end up buying in the wrong community, and come to regret it. I meet people like this everyday, and everyone single one of them will say to me: “I wish we had met you first.”
  2. 2. GETTING STUCK IN AN HOA NIGHTMARE...ContinuedHome owners association nightmares are the stuff of legend in our State. Do not buy the wrong property in the wrong community. A knowledgeable real estate professional can explain to you upfront, the ins and outs of the HOA regulations of the community you are considering, and help you avoid 99% of these potential pitfalls. This is another very costly mistake.
  3. 3. THINKING YOU DO NOT NEED A REALTOR WHEN BUYING A NEW HOME...ContinuedEverybody knows you need a Realtor to represent you, when buying a resale home. Many do not know, you also need a Realtor to represent you, when buying a new home. The new home sales person in the model home works for the Builder, not the Buyer. They are paid to look out for their employer’s interests, not yours. You will not save $1 by going it alone. You will lose money. A lot of money. One of our largest local builders reported 872 annual sales, of which, 762 were handled by Realtors representing the Buyer. That is 87% of the total. The Builder has already factored paying a finder’s fee into the price. The Builder will not rebate $1 of this money back to you. Builders laugh under their breath, when Buyers try this negotiating tactic, even though they will politely agree with you. Professional representation costs you $0, why would you fend for yourself, in a market you know almost nothing about? Buyers know less than 20% of what they actually need to know, to get a great deal. Having gone through the new home buying process hundreds of times with clients, we know all the pitfalls to avoid, and how to make the process go smoothly. Do not go it alone, get professional representation, it costs you $0. Not doing this is the most costly of the 3 mistakes. But everyone has heard the old saying, you can lead a horse to water. We are in the business of helping our customers solve a problem. Our ability to do that, is the sole reason we have a thriving business. We are here to help you through the entire process, and get a great deal.

4 Big Mistakes Investors make:
  1. INCOME... ContinuedThe rental income does not justify the $/sq. ft. purchase price.
  2. EXPENSES... Continued The monthly expenses are too high, relative to the property type and rental income produced.
  3. CAP RATE... Continued The capitalization rate is too low to justify the investment.
  4. HOA REGS... Continued The home owners association regulations are too restrictive, or do not permit the intended use. Frequently overlooked or glossed over by some sales people, the long run financial consequences are catastrophic if a mismatch occurs.
Avoid Costly $$$ Mistakes: Hire Brent. Costs you $0.