Fort Lauderdale and South Florida Real Estate
Don't Miss the Real Estate Gravy Train in Fort Lauderdale
by Tony Hammer on 11/02/11
People have been flocking to Fort Lauderdale and South Florida in the past few years to buy condos, townhomes andhomes. Why ? Prices are at historic lows. This being said there are many that believe the prices will continue to fall. I don't have a crystal ball but I believe this is the greatest time in the history of the real estate market to buy properties. Fort Lauderdale and South East Florida are very unique when you consider the desirability of this part of the country.
Fort Lauderdale Features:
- Weather, most sunny days in the U.S
- Activities and Entertainment including great night life, plays, theater, and gambing
- Water sports
- Boating (Fort Lauderdale as been labeled the boating capital of the world "Venice of America"
- Miles of beaches,
- Great restaurants,
- Great shopping
- Diverse blend of people from of all over the world including Canada, South America, Europe, Russia and other countries
- Miles of Intracoastal waterways and canals
Buy a condo, townhome or home now in the Fort Lauderdale area that includes Las Olas, Victoria Park, Coral Ridge, Wilton Manors, Rio Vista, Nurmi Isles, Seven Isles, Harbor Beach and you won't regret it !
Why Would Anyone Want to Own a Home and Live in Fort lauderdale ?
by Tony Hammer on 10/03/11
Looking for Paradise In South Florida ?
by Tony Hammer on 08/31/11
If you're looking for "Paradise", look no more. Southeast Florida has everything you could want - and more.
Want to live at the beach? We have it! Just walk out your back door and you can be walking in the clean white sands of our beaches.
Want to hear the ocean as you lie in your bed? We have it! Just open your windows and enjoy the mild ocean breeze as you listen to the gentle waves break upon the shore.
Want theater? We have it. We have three of the most beautiful cultural centers right here in South Florida offering the plays of Broadway - without the hastle of working your way through the crowds.
Want gambling? We have it. We have casinos, with entertainment, accessible from every section of town.
Want boating? We have it. South Florida is known as the "Venice of America." We have marinas and yacht clubs to accommodate each boater's needs and desires.
Want sports? We have it. We have state of the art Hockey Stadium, baseball, and football. We have Polo matches.
Want Golf? We have it. We have enough Golf Courses to keep you swinging all year long.
Want to live in Paradise? There is no place like South Florida.
Want to live at the sea shore, downtown, in a golfing community, in an adult community - ANYTHING YOU WANT - WE'VE GOT IT!
5 STAR CONDO.......LAS OLAS..........THE GRANDE
by Tony Hammer on 08/31/11
The Las Olas Grand Condos towers 38 stories over the beautiful New River in Fort Lauderdale with 211 condo residences. Las Olas Grand Condo units range in size from 1600 to more than 6000 square feet. The seventh floor of the Las Olas Grand contains a number of activity rooms. These include a card room, social room, billiard room and a sports bar with multiple TV's. The Las Olas Grand has 5 European style luxury villas facing the river. Each Villa averages 3150 square feet with 3 bedrooms, 3 1/2 baths, den and family room. Each Villa has a two car garage. The close proximity of Las Olas Blvd. to the Las OLas Grand Condos offers residents luxury shopping in its wonderful boutiques, superb restaurants, shops and cafes. The Las Olas Grand is one of the finest addresses in Fort Lauderdale. Views include Fort Lauderdale Beach, Intracoastal Waterway, and the City Lights of Fort Lauderdale.
AMENITES:
- 24 Hour Manned Lobby
- Valet Or Self Parking
- Fitness Center
- 24 Hour Security
- Heated Pool & Spa
- Lush Landscaping
- Private Patio Deck
- Gazebo
- Barbecue Area
- Wet Bar
- Towel Service
- Floor to Ceiling Glass
- Marble Master Baths
- Expansive Terraces
- Private Water Closets
- Whirlpool Tubs
- Granite Countertops
- Pet Friendly
Foreclosure Buying Made Simple
by Tony Hammer on 08/31/11
I think at times James Bond couldn't figure out how to buy a Foreclosure. Where do I look for them ? Who sells them ? Are they legitimate ? How do they happen ? Where do they pop up from ? Can I buy one ? Are they for real ? Can I really buy a house that cheaply ? Will they Explode ? Anyway.....I am going to try and simplify the confusion.
To start with Foreclosures are properties owned by the bank because someone did pay their mortgage. The bank in turn takes the property from them. Now what do they do ? They have to find a way to sell these properties. Remember the bank is not in the Real Estate Biz. That's where people like me come into place. The bank gives the property listings to Realtors to market, maintain and sell.
Realtors advertise them with the Multiple Listing Service and a host of other sources like internet, print and so on. Now I guess you wondering where do you come in ? Simple ! All Real Estate Agents have access to all the Foreclosures through the Multiple Listing Service.
How do you buy one ? Simple ! Call me ! That's one way, however, if you want to buy a Foreclosure just contact your local Real Estate Office or Realtor and ask that person to show you properties listed as Foreclosure.
The next step is to find a property you like and make an offer. This is where it could get complicated and you need to find an experienced Realtor who will understand how to handle the negotiation, You are not buying the house from a normal seller. You are buying from the bank ! The bank has no emotional involvement about the offer. They want to sell the property and have the process go as smoothly as possible without wrinkles.
So what do you do ? Find a Realtor who understands the necessary paperwork and process involved. You will need to supply a deposit and proof of funds or a legitimate pre-qualification approval letter from a lender. The bank wants no hassles and wants to know you have the MONEY ! The other factor is YOU and the REALTOR need to be conscientious about the timing. Timing is crucial in the process. The bank doesn't want to waste time waiting for the MONEY or the Contracts to be signed.
Foreclosures are a fantastic opportunity to buy a property at a reduced market value. I wish everyone good luck in their property hunting.
My name is Tony Hammer and if you want to buy a Foreclosure Contact me anytime ! I am a Certified REO & Foreclosure Specialist in Fort Lauderdale and surrounding areas. By the way, REO stands for Real Estate Owned by the bank.
Tony Hammer
Certified Foreclosure & Luxury Property Specialist
954-394-8216
tonyhammer10@gmail.com
Foreclosures and Long Term Thinking
by Tony Hammer on 08/30/11
The majority of people that want to buy a home are not investors. There is a large group of people who don’t want to buy properties now because they think prices will continue to drop. That may be the case but there is no one alive that can precisely time when the real estate market hits its extreme low as well as timing the extreme high.
A large group of people don’t want to buy properties now because they think prices will continue to drop. That may be the case but there is no one alive that can precisely time when the real estate market hits its extreme low as well as timing the extreme high.
The areas I specialize in are Foreclosures in Ft. Lauderdale & surrounding areas. People are waiting for the prices to drop further instead of realizing the Foreclosure home you purchase now will be lived in for a minimum of three to five years. Primary residential Foreclosure properties purchased today will be substantially higher in years to come. I don’t have a crystal ball but if you bought a property at below market value five to ten years ago is it worth substantially more today ? Absolutely !
The point is that Foreclosures are sold below the present market value. Now is a phenomenal time to buy a Primary Foreclosure Residence and financing is available for Foreclosures !
Buying a home is not only about price. In the simplest of terms it’s a place to live. Everyone needs a roof over their head. You are not buying a home to flip it ! The big questions to ask are: Am I buying a home to sell and make money short term or am I buying a place to live? Am I buying a place just because it’s a good buy ?
In realty you are buying a home because you like the home, the area, the schools, the amenities and it suits your needs.
Remember, no one will time the very bottom of this
market !
We are in very bad economic times and the fortunate few that can get financing or have the cash available to buy a primary residence should think about the long term positive aspects.
South Florida including Dade & Broward Counties has experienced a great blow in housing prices. Anyone who buys a property today will be very grateful in five to ten years.
Tony Hammer
Certified REO & Foreclosure Specialist
954-394-8216
