Selling Poinciana One Property at a Time.

So the big news in real estate this week is.... "The National Association of Realtors reported that sales of existing homes rose by 5.5 percent from August to September to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 5.18 million units - far better than the flat results analysts had expected. On an unadjusted basis, sales were up 7.8 percent from September last year. But even with the gain in sales, prices kept falling. The median sales price has dropped to $191,600, down by 9 percent from a year ago." (From Newsweek) 

Let's see how this applies to real estate in my market Poinciana Florida. 

In August there were 55 sales in Poinciana Florida. In September there were 66. That's an increase of 17%. Compared to 5.5% Nationwide. OK so Poinciana beat the National average. That's a good thing. 

Now let's compare the other stats. Nationwide sales were up 7.8% compared to same time last year. Poinciana had 26 sales September of 2007 and 66 this September for an increase of 61%. Holy crap!!!!! 

The median price nationwide is $191,600, down 9% from a year ago. The median house price in Poinciana Florida is $105,000 down from $188,000 last September. That's a decrease of 44%!!! That's a 44% decline in value in the last 12 months. 

Let's go back a little further. In January of 2007 the median sales price for a house in Poinciana Florida was $225,000. Today it's $105,000. That's a decrease of 53%. 

Here's another comparison. The median price per sq footage living area right now is $59. The last time it was this low in Poinciana Florida was in 2002. 

There are currently 217 properties under contract (pending) in Poinciana Florida with a median price per sq ft of $55. This means values are still declining. And to top it off...inventory is going up!!! We have 1217 houses on the market right now up from about 1150 30 days ago. 

The increase in inventory is actually interesting since values are down and sales are up. This is a direct indicator of increased foreclosures hitting the market.

Folks, it's been a rough ride for Poinciana real estate. It does look like things are getting a little better though. Values are still declining BUT at least properties are starting to sell. This means values are more in line with what the market will bare. 

Of course, if you bought your house in the last 5 years chances are you have NO equity and may even owe more than your house is worth. So my suggestion is to just sit back and enjoy your home. 

If you MUST sell then give me a call. Together we can figure out a plan to get you out from under your house. Do NOT just walk away or let your house get foreclosed on. Talk to me first so we can discuss your options. I want to help. OK? 

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Hi folks, it seems like just yesterday that my business consisted mostly of listing properties for Mr. and Mrs. Regular Seller. I spent a lot of my time preparing print ads, brochures, virtual tours and making sure I got the properties disseminated throughout the Internet. When I wasn't doing these things I was busy arranging showings, negotiating deals, talking with my Sellers and fielding Buyer calls. Life was good. I was busy helping folks move up or move on. It felt good to help and everyone I had contact with seemed to be in good cheer. 

Now those times are just a memory. The market has changed and so has my way of doing business. I jest with TLW in the mornings saying "I'm heading off to work to try and pull some money out of my &*%!" 

But, I have to say..... I LOVE this new market! It has taken me a while to find my groove and I have had a couple of setbacks BUT things are really starting to come together. My entire focus has shifted. My new focus is now Short Sales, REOs(Bank Owned), Buyers and expanding my business. 

Poinciana Florida Real Estate distressed Sellers and distressed properties make up over 80% of the closed transactions each month. To spend time and money looking for the very few Sellers that have equity and are able to sell makes no sense. 

In fact, let's do the math, for the last 3 months there were 185 sales in Poinciana Florida. All but 36 were either REOs or Short Sales. 

How could I possibly stay in business if my focus was getting a part of those 36 closings? Let me put a little more perspective on this. There are approximately 20,500 homes in Poinciana. Mr. and Mrs. Average Seller are accounting for 12 sales a month. Finding one of these Sellers to work with is literally like finding a needle in a haystack. It ain't happening. 

Now on the other hand, depending on who you listen to, from 10% to 15% of the properties in Poinciana are in some stage of mortgage delinquency!!! Even if I used the 10% figure that means that 2,050 homes in Poinciana Florida will probably be either a REO or Short Sale in the near future. 

Folks, I would have to be a fool to not concentrate my efforts on this part of the market. Short Sales may be frustrating and REOs may be difficult to get BUT, unless I want to spend my days driving Buyers around looking at $80,000 properties, I best become an expert in these areas. And I will. 

So........over the next few months and for several years to come I plan on having tons of distressed property listings. Which also means......I'm going to have to expand my business by hiring REALTORS® to handle all of the Buyers these listings will generate. I've conveniently placed a link down there if you are interested.

My plan is in motion and the stage has been set for a GREAT 2009!!! 

OK, I wrote this post just to show you my thought process and to hopefully get you thinking about your market conditions and your future. If you are just waiting for the market to get back to "normal" you will fail. The old market is gone. What we are experiencing now is.......NORMAL! What say you?

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Hi folks, here is a sampling of "short sales" available through Tutas Towne Realty, Inc. in Poinciana Florida. Did I mention it's 88 degrees and sunny today? 

 This is a Poinciana Florida SHORT SALE and will require 3rd party approval.   Beautiful pool home with ceramic tile flooring throughout, travertine in the master shower, updated fixtures, solar heated inground pool, family room, heavily landscaped lot, new roof in late 2004, new AC in 2001 and much much more. Let this be you own tropical paradise. A place to call home and to build memories. 

$99,000

 Very open floor plan. Tile through out Folks this is a great opportunity to own a 4 bedroom home in Poinciana for a reasonable price. The house is in very good condition. This is a Poinciana Florida short sale and will require minimum 60 days to close. Seller will contribute towards your closing cost if the price is right. Ceiling fans in all rooms. Tile flooring through out.

$89,000

Poinciana Florida SHORT SALE. Folks if you are looking for a well maintained 2 bedroom home with over 1100 sq ft living area then this may be the one. Sits on a a very private back flag lot. New tile flooring in the dining area. Inside utility room, split bedroom plan. And almost a 1/4 acre lot. You won't find a better home for the price. So act today!

$65,000

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Hi folks. Today I want to talk a little bit about credit scores and how they may be affected by the credit crunch we are experiencing. Lenn Harley wrote a post last week that touched down on some of this, titled "ANOTHER DRAG ON THE ECONOMY?? AN UNTOLD STORY. The loss of consumer credit." If you haven't read Lenn's post please take a minute to do so. 

Lenn's post is about the effect of foreclosures, short sales, late payments, etc....on a person's credit score and how this will affect their ability to get jobs, open bank accounts, buy cars, find affordable insurance and so forth. What her post doesn't mention is the negative effect of credit scores for folks that do pay their bills on time. 

Your credit score is based on several factors....including: paying debts on time, amount of debt AND available credit. The last one is the kicker. Having a couple of credit cards is a good thing. Owing more than 50% of the available credit is a bad thing. 

Let's say you have 3 credit cards with available credit of $60,000, but, because you are very good with your finances, you keep your total debt at about 25% or $15,000. This is a good thing. It shows you are able to manage credit in a responsible manner. Now let's say you get your bills next month and the credit card companies have decided to "freeze" your credit at the amount owed or $15,000. You are now maxed out on your credit cards and your credit score will drop!!! 

That's right folks.....you have done everything right and your credit score has dropped because the credit market is in turmoil. Does this suck or what?