CLICK to register for our next FREE Foreclosure Options Seminar Summerfield Homeowners Seeking Foreclosure Relief Opt for Short Sales in Lakewood Ranch Florida Summerfield homeowners are facing the same Foreclosure issues that the rest of Florida Gulf Coast property owners are facing. As incredible as it may seem, nearly 50% of Manatee County homeowners are "upside-down" on their mortgage balance -- meaning the remaining mortgage balance is higher than the current resale value! Given the staggering numbers, Short Sales are becoming increasingly popular with both owners and lenders as a viable and less costly alternative to Foreclosure. Less costly for lenders, because they avoid the expense associated with foreclosing on a property; less costly for homeowners, because they avoid the so... 03/06/2011

CLICK to register for our next FREE Foreclosure Options Seminar Residents of The Country Club Subdivision of La Cantera Discover Advantages of Short Sale Over Foreclosure in Lakewood Ranch, Florida The national Foreclosure Crisis has hit the Florida Gulf Coast in a big way and the residents of LaCantera in the Country Club at Lakewood Ranch are not immune. Rather than allowing their homes to go into foreclosure, thus having to endure the long-term financial hardship that having a foreclosure on one's financial record brings, La Cantera residents are turning to Short Sales as a viable alternative. Most lenders are increasingly willing to approve Short Sales, because it allows them to avoid the added expense that a foreclosure brings. Luckily for homeowners, this is a rare instance where... 03/06/2011

CLICK to register for our next FREE Foreclosure Options Seminar Residents of Greenbrook Ponder Short Sale Option Instead of Foreclosure in Lakewood Ranch Florida Foreclosures have come to the Greenbrook Village community of Lakewood Ranch as they have elsewhere in Florida. Many residents have considered, researched, and ultimately concluded that a professionally managed Short Sale is the best, least damaging option to take when faced with foreclosure. Surprisingly most banks are eager to approve a Short Sale, so long as their guidelines are followed and time-lines are met. They are willing to Approve Short Sales, because in the long-run they often recoup more of their money vs. if they had taken the home all the way through to foreclosure. This is a rare instance of, "What's good for t... 03/06/2011

CLICK to register for our next FREE Foreclosure Options Seminar The Lake Club Property Owners Benefit From Short Sales In Lakewood Ranch Florida As is the case throughout Florida, residents of the Lake Club subdivision in Lakewood Ranch have been touched by the Foreclosure crisis that is plaguing the rest of the nation. Just as Florida Gulf Coast housing prices had soared during the height of the boom, the "bust" has caused local property values to plummet precipitously. This, combined with the general decline of the overall economy and increase in the area's unemployment rate, has created a situation where nearly 50% of all Manatee County mortgages are "underwater" -- where the current market value of a property is less than the remaining mortgage balance. Realizing that having a Fore... 03/06/2011

CLICK to register for our next FREE Foreclosure Options Seminar Property Owners in Country Club East Gain Foreclosure Relief Thru Short Sales in Lakewood Ranch Florida Many Country Club East homeowners have found foreclosure relief by making the smart choice to Short Sell their homes. In fact, property owners throughout Lakewood Ranch and Manatee County are avoiding the foreclosure trap through Short Sales. A Short Sale occurs when a lender agrees to allow the sale of a property for less than the full mortgage balance owed. The typical Short Sale scenario involves a homeowner who for one reason or another is unable to continue to pay on their mortgage, and who are at the same time unable to sell for the amount owed due to falling property values. Without a Short Sale Approval from the ... 03/06/2011

6639 Pebble Beach in Lakewood Ranch Country Club http://www.pix360tour.com/slideviewer.php?id=a3940190 Maintenance free living in the Country Club Lakewood Ranch, this home is situated in the lovely Spyglass neighborhood. Offering great room living space with high ceilings, Patagonian Rosewood flooring, crown molding & niches, freshly painted in neutral colors, quality light fixtures, wired for surround sound. A closet was added to the den to make this a four bedroomed home. A good sized kitchen with plenty of cupboard space and Corian countertops. Tumbled marble backsplash with accent tile detail. A newly installed 30ft salt chlorinated lap pool and cage. New AC unit in 2010. Heat and air conditioning in garage. Private wooded / preserve lot. Mature landscaping surrounds the home. Comm... 03/05/2011

Lakewood Ranch Home / Country Club http://www.pix360tour.com/slideviewer.php?id=8335-championship Gorgeous home is Lakewood Ranch Country Club Immaculately maintained four bedroom, three and a half bath home built by Todd Johnston. Phoenix G floor plan featuring leaded glass front doors. Gorgeous polished marble tile in living areas. Crown molding, picture framing, decorative niches and shelving. Neutral paint tones. Light and bright family room with large aquarium window, sliding doors and another large window over the fireplace. Gas fire with marble surround. Nice kitchen with plenty of cupboard space. Display cabinets. Coriander countertops. Quality light fixtures and fans. Good sized master suite with sitting area in master bedroom and two walk-in closets, master bathroom has big je... 03/05/2011

Buyers look at more than just kitchen appliances and room sizes when deciding what home to purchase. Curb appeal, view of your home from the street, is extremely important. If you want your home to sell quickly, you need to put in some extra effort to make your home's exterior look especially attractive. You can easily do this by improving your landscaping. Here are some tips for choosing plants for your Lakewood Ranch home for a fast sale. · Stay close to home. Plants that are native to your area are always a safe choice for landscaping. They are adapted to your region, so you know they can survive there. They are also easier to take care of and better for the environment because they don't require as much watering. This can be an important consideration if you are selling a vacant hom... 03/04/2011

Lakewood Ranch Homes & Lakewood Ranch Rentals   http://www.fastpitchnetworking.com/press/Cliff%20Kaplan%20Joins%20The%20Soda%20Group%20at%20Keller%20Williams%20Realty%20in%20Lakewood%20Ranch%20FL.html   www.jimsoda.com 941.961.5857 / 941.809.7759 sodasells@gmail.com  /  donnasoda@gmail.com 03/01/2011

Before you put your Lakewood Ranch home up for sale, you want to make sure it looks as attractive and modern as possible. Even if you lack the budget and space to turn your bathroom into a spa-like retreat, you can still give this room a quick facelift. 1. Get creative with color. If you don't have the time or budget to replace dated ceramic tile, try camouflaging it with towels, rugs, and other accessories for a more modern color scheme. For example, you can pair pink with brown or bright blue with light green. 2. Replace your fixtures. Brushed aluminum and pewter bathroom fixtures are more modern than the shiny chrome fixtures. They are also easier to clean because they don't show water marks as easily. 3. Find new lighting. A bathroom light can do more than just illuminate the space;... 03/01/2011

Economy's crystal ball: real estate Mortgage rates are back in the 4 percent range, taken there by the 10-year Treasury note's drop to 3.42 percent, which has wiped out the whole early-February spike. We have Libya, oil, stocks, housing and the economy to thank, but how those pieces interact is not obvious. Arriving economic data is obscured by incessant "recovery" cheerleading among business media. Some news is pretty good: both consumer-confidence surveys found three-year highs, which may indicate some hiring. New claims for unemployment insurance are holding down near 400,000. Every measure of manufacturing is doing well, although scratching in at 15 percent of our economy. The "wait-a-minutes" are led by today's downward revision in supposedly corner-turning fourth-quarter 2010 U.S.... 02/28/2011

  Homeowners Willing to Tackle Remodeling Projects By Kathleen Lynn RISMEDIA, February 25, 2011-(MCT)-Homeowners who put off renovations during the recession are thinking about spending money on their properties again.Take Barbara Moreno and Robert Ptaszynski of Washington Township, N.J., who delayed plans to add a second story to their ranch house when the recession hit their industries-automobiles and title insurance-hard.Now they're ready to move forward, because they feel more confident about the economy. "Things seem to be-knock on wood-settling down a little bit," Ptaszynski said this week at the Home Show in Secaucus, N.J. Contractors said that customers seem willing to spend again-but cautiously. "People have been procrastinating for almost three years now," said Joe Tighe of Co... 02/27/2011

Main Street at Lakewood Ranch Music on Main Street March 4th Bring your chair and sit and listen to the evening music. Maybe even dance. From 6 to 9 pm you will be able to relax, shop or dine if you choose to. This is a free event to the public. Every month there is a different band to enjoy. This will benefit a local non-profit organization. Your dogs are welcome. Management prefers all dogs on a short lease. Need a place to park. The Lakewood Ranch Medical Center is directly across the street. It is sure to be a great time. I'll see you on the ranch... Jim Soda www.jimsoda.com sodasells@gmail.com / donnasoda@gmail.com 941.809.7759 / 941.961.5857 02/26/2011

Lakewood Ranch Homes & Lakewood Ranch Properties  /  Open House Feb. 27th  1-4 pm   http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2G66IGZCr8c Lakewood Ranch Country Club Home. 3 bed. 2 full bath. Lake View. Gmt.Kitchen. Fabulous Lake View. Maintenance Free Area. Pool and Spacious Lanai.....Offered at: $365,000Furniture Available seperately. www.jimsoda.com sodasells@gmail.com  /  donnasoda@gmail.com 941.809.7759 / 941.961.5857 02/26/2011

Lakewood Ranch Homes and Lakewood Ranch Properties 13309 Palmers Creek http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=itTZZE8l0Hw Lakewood Ranch Country Club Home.Magnificent Country Club Home with decadent appointments. This home offers 5 bedrooms and 4 1/2 baths. A stunning arched custom door with transom leaded glass entry. Designer Draperies. Fabulous Chandeliers and solid casted Spanish Alabaster light fixtures. Diagonal Tile and honey onyx accents on flooring. Exquisite gourmet chef's kitchen. Miele cappuccino/espresso maker, double dishwasher, 6 burner Dacor cooktop with pot filler. Spacious hidden pantry. Top of the line cabinets. Office floors are cherry wood. Sink has a foot pedal for controlling water on and off. Nutone CD Intercom, two-way fireplace from family room to bonus room. Impact re... 02/26/2011

Lakewood Ranch Homes & Lakewood Ranch Properties.....  Feb. 27th from 1-4 pm 13309 Palmers Creek / $ 1,500,000 7802 Mathern Court /  $1,289,000 8075 Royal Birkdale / $629,000 7915 Royal Birkdale / $ 750,000 6503 The Masters Ave. $439,000 7494 Edenmore / $500,000 7335 Edenmore / $550,000 7712 US Open Loop / $365,000 6710 Pirate Perch / $439,000 [ Greenbrook in the Ravines ]   02/26/2011

Those who have never had Lakewood Ranch homes for sale before often think selling is as simple as hiring an agent and putting a sign in the yard. It's not, however, as you'll soon discover. The Inside of Your Home The exterior of Lakewood Ranch homes for sale is the first up-close impression buyers get. So, when buyers make it inside, they're one step closer to actually buying. However, if the interior is a mess, it could blow the whole deal.                             Here's a checklist to make your home's interior buyer ready: Make sure the front door doesn't stick Test windows to ensure they open and close easily Wash windows inside and out Move pets and pet supplies to a temporary home if possible Fix leaky faucets Update fixtures on your cabinet hardware and door knobs De-clutter ... 02/26/2011

CLICK to register for our next FREE Foreclosure Options Seminar Homeowners Facing Foreclosure In Central Park Subdivision Get Short Sale Relief In Lakewood Ranch Florida The so called "mortgage crisis" has hit the west coast of Florida like a hurricane, leaving few communities unaffected, including the Central Park subdivision in Lakewood Ranch, FL. Central Park residents are finding that a Short Sale is an effective alternative to Foreclosure, and a superior choice vs. Foreclosure. The benefits of a Short Sale over Foreclosure are many: Preserve your credit. Most likely avoid a deficiency judgment. Be able to qualify for a new mortgage in as little as 24-months, compared to 7+ years after Foreclosure. Avoid the stigma of Foreclosure on your financial record. Get back on your financial... 02/25/2011

Some home buyers have an advantage that others don't in today's housing market. They can qualify for an FHA loan. Federal Housing Administration (FHA) loans help home buyers who would otherwise have trouble being approved for a mortgage. You can qualify for a loan if you have less than perfect credit. FHA loans are available even after bankruptcy and foreclosure, if you have maintained good credit for the following two to three years. What are the requirements for FHA loans? FHA loans have strict home appraisal guidelines. The appraisal value helps determine the FHA mortgage limit. Each state has its own rules regarding maximum loan limits. What are the advantages to FHA loans? One advantage of an FHA loan is lower down payment requirements. You may qualify for a down payment as low as ... 02/23/2011

Lakewood Ranch is Tagged..... http://video.foxnews.com/v/4549805/barcode-city/   Do you know about TAGS? The Soda Group is also Tagged. Look for our JIM SODA TAG in front of the homes we have for sale in Lakewood Ranch & Sarasota..... www.jimsoda.com 941.809.7759 / 941.961.5857 sodasells@gmail.com / donnasoda@gmail.com   02/22/2011