As many of you know the DOD (Department of Defense) has been looking for a solution for all of the Military folks who have received orders to move, and are now upside down on their homes. Being upside down on your home is an issue for any homeowner when their job decides to leave the area. This gives the average homeowner two main choices to avoid foreclosure.......rent out the house, or short sale the property. This presents a HUGE issue for military families. Why you ask? When you short sale a home it does effect your credit. Now it effects everyone different but if you've already got so-so credit a short sale could put you into a credit status of distress. This can change security clearance for military personel. BIG PROBLEM when you are required to have certain security clearance t... 03/17/2009

With home buyers on the hunt these days for great deals Short Sales/Foreclosures have become a hot topic.  For buyers a short sale can be a great buy. They can also become very discouraging to a new buyer who is searching for their dream home. If you want to have a smooth transaction with a short sale here are a few helpful tips. Choose a buyers agent who is VERY familiar with short sales, and well versed on what lender requirements are to lend on a home. Often times no repairs will be completed, but lenders won't loan without certain fixes. This puts buyers and sellers at an impass. Make sure that the listing agent is having the seller sign the contract. Without a seller signing a contract(even on short sales) it doesn't count. You might as well put it in a shredder. Verify that the L... 03/11/2009

There are plenty of hotels in Orange Park, Florida  to stay at when people are being relocated to the area and are looking to purchase a home that is for sale in Orange Park.  Most of the hotels are located on Blanding Blvd. or Hwy. 17 right off Highway 295. There is also plenty of restaurants to choose from that are located near by on Blanding Blvd. and Wells Rd.  These Hotels are located on or near HWY 17. Best Western -  4580 Collins Rd. Orange Park, FL 32073 (904) 264-4466 They have a pool and do not   allow pets. Comfort Inn - 341 Park Ave. Orange Park, FL 32073 (904) 644-4444  They have a pool and do allow pets at a rate of $30. For 3 days. Courtyard by Marriott - 610 Wells Rd. Orange Park, FL 32073 (904) 854-1500 They do have a pool and do not allow pets. Days Inn- 4270 Edlridge ... 03/04/2009

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Orange Park, Florida real estate market conditions for February 2009 There are currently 693 single family homes for sale in Orange Park. The average home price is $237,252 with a price range from $44,999 to 2,475,000. There are 110 homes that are pending/under contract in Orange Park. In the past 30 days there has been 43 homes that have sold and closed in Orange Park. The average closed price of $191,887 with an average of 115 days on the market. Year to date there has been a total of 77 homes that have sold in Orange Park with an average sold price of $176,572 with an average of 109 on the market. Highest home sale YTD in Orange Park was $485,000 and was on the market for 300 days. Lowest home sale YTD in Orange Park was $19,500 and was on the market for 1 day. If you would like to k... 03/02/2009

This Weeks HOT Foreclosure List!!  Argyle Forest Foreclosures IMPORTANT INFORMATION!! First Time Home Buyers!! $8,000 Tax Credit to First Time Home Buyers, AND buyers who have not owned a home in the last 3 years! This program is in effect by the government only for 2009. We can help you find your home to receive your $8,000 tax credit!           02/27/2009

Let there be life! Yes it is true the Oakleaf Village center is finally coming to life. For the last few years many Oakleaf residents have driven past the half constructed houses near the Oakleaf Village Center and wondered, "what is going on with this place?" After the long wait, the houses are now being taken over by a local builder. The houses will be finished off to the original style and even better quality that what was planned way back in 2006. And the cost?... This is great news for the people who would like to buy in this neighborhood, now the houses are essentially half price! Some of the houses in there were priced well into the $400,000's and today the new builder will be selling the houses ranging from the $170's to the low $300's depending on the size and features. The cur... 02/24/2009

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When you look at todays financial markets, and listen to the news you may think that you wouldn't be able to get a mortgage. The truth is that Yes, mortgage lenders have tightened up their underwriting guidlines but your average person can still qualify for a good loan with little to no money down! You may wonder how this is possible. Well, two "oldies but goodies" have come back into the financing ballgame. FHA and VA Loans. Although VA (our 100% loan option)has certain requirements in terms of military service, FHA is open for anyone buying their primary residence. FHA requires only a minimal 3.5% down payment. On your average $150,000 home, that is just $5,250 down payment.  That is very little to get into a house for and if most folks start planning now, they could realize the drea... 02/04/2009

Orange Park, Florida real estate market conditions for January 2009 There are currently 663 single family homes for sale in Orange Park. The average home price is $240,480 with a price range from $39,900 to 2,475,000. There are 106 homes that are pending/under contract in Orange Park. In the past 30 days there has been 27 homes that have sold and closed in Orange Park. The average closed price of $158,114 with an average of 106 days on the market. Year to date there has been a total of 27 homes that have sold in Orange Park with an average sold price of $158,114 with an average of 106 on the market. Highest home sale YTD in Orange Park was $400,125 and was on the market for 288 days. Lowest home sale YTD in Orange Park was $19,500 and was on the market for 1 days. If you would like to k... 02/02/2009

State Farm announced today (Jan. 27, 2009) that it will no longer be providing insurance for over nearly a million Florida Homeowners.  For those of you who remember or heard about it, State Farm waged a fierce battle in 2008 to increase their rates approximatly 47%. On January 12, 2009 Florida regulatored denied State Farms request. Although State Farm will be discountinuing their homeowners insurance, they will continue with their other divisions in Florida, including auto, which has about 2.8 Million customers. There will not be any immediate change to policy's. So if you have insurance through State Farm you can start breathing again. The Office of Insurance Regulation has 90 days to approve State Farms plam. If approved, State Farm must then provide 180 days notice to customers be... 01/27/2009

FINAL NOTICE: Court-Ordered Estate liquidation auction will take place onsite on January 22nd @ 10:00 a.m. in Orange Park, FL, Clay County. This Florida commercial real estate auction for 11.46+/- Acres will sell to the highest and best bidders. This is a great opportunity to purchase property located in a major commercial district with a diversity of business and retail establishments surrounding it. It is one of the last parcels of vacant land on Kingsley Avenue in Clay County. The property is zoned "commercial neighborhood" and it is just minutes from I-295. For full details please visit www.CertifiedRealEstateAuctions.com and call the Auctioneers! 1-800-711-9175 Disclaimer : 10% BP 01/21/2009

Call today for the full inventory of Bank owned homes and condos offered for sale in Clay County. The inventory changes daily.  We can provide daily updates based on your real estate needs. Some examples: $105900  for a 3 bedroom 2 bath home located in Orange Park  -  1500 sq feet of living space $129,900 for a 1700 sq ft 3 bedroom 2 bath home in Orange Park. Call today:  unbelievable inventory available today  Florida Homes Realty & Mortgage LLCJames Angelo, Broker Associate and Mortgage Broker (904)881-2178 visit website: http://www.locatehomesflorida.com/ Best Website to find Homes, condos, Townhomes for sale Financing - Mortgage information Northeast Fl - Jacksonville, Ponte Vedra, St Augustine, Orange Park - Atlantic Beach, Fleming Island, Nocatee One of Northeast Florida's top Rea... 01/14/2009

Top 5 foreclosure properties for sale in Orange Park, Florida for January 2009. I took some time the other day and previewed foreclosed homes for sale in Orange Park, Florida.  I came up with my top five homes. Now remember, I previewed all these homes and gave them a grade on how nice they were and priced.  If you would like the January 2009 top 5 foreclosed homes for sale in Orange Park, Florida list please click on button below. If you would like a free list of all the foreclosed and short sale homes on Orange Park please e-mail me at robert.schwabe@kw.com       01/12/2009

A Court-Ordered Estate liquidation was announced by United Country Certified Real Estate of Tallahassee, FL, for an upcoming Florida land and Florida commercial real estate auction for the Filmore Estate in Orange Park, Florida, that will be offered at public auction on January 22, 2009. United Country Certified Real Estate and Myers Jackson, licensed Florida real estate broker and real estate auctioneer, announced today an upcoming court-ordered estate auctions to liquidate Florida land and commercial real estate in Orange Park. "At this Florida land auction, 11.46 +/- Acres of prime commercial real estate will be offered to the highest and best bidders," explains Jackson, an Accredited Auctioneer of Real Estate and graduate of the Certified Auctioneers Institute. "This Florida real es... 01/12/2009

Oakleaf Plantation in Orange Park Florida will be holding their first annual Get out and play extravaganza. What a way to start off the new year with this event. This will be a 2 day event that will be held on Saturday Jan. 17 and Sunday Jan. 18 and will start at 9:00AM.   There will be plenty of events going on which include 5on5 flag football tournament, 3on3 and 5on5 Basketball tournament . Team registration will be $100 and trophy's will be be awarded to the winning teams. There is also will be  free clinics for the kids which include tee-ball clinic, pitching and catching clinic, punt/pass/kick challenge and a soccer clinic. There will also be a motorcycle show, raffles, and giveaways. There should be plenty of food and drinks available to purchase from local vendors.   This fund r... 01/10/2009

Orange Park, Florida market conditions for Dec. 2008 There are currently 673 single family homes for sale in Orange Park. The average home price is $247,772 with a price range from $46,900 to 2,475,000. There are 74 homes that are pending/under contract in Orange Park. In the past 30 days there has been 52 homes that have sold and closed in Orange Park. The average closed price of $192,601 with an average of 101 days on the market. Year to date there has been a total of 654 homes that have sold in Orange Park with an average sold price of $212,664 with an average of 96 on the market. Highest home sale YTD in Orange Park was $925,775 and was on the market for 688 days. Lowest home sale YTD in Orange Park was $38,250 and was on the market for 0 days. If you would like to know your homes v... 01/04/2009

Homes in Orange Park Country Club  offer some fantastic buys these days. This beautifully landscaped, gated community provides a wonderful escape from the busy work day. Currrently there are 23 Active Properties for sale. Click here to see: OPCC Homes Prices between $245,000 and $499,900  The lowest: 713 Cherry Grove - 3 bedrooms, 2 baths and 1867 square feet asking $245,000       The highest: 2570 Huntington Way - 5 bedrooms, 4 ½ baths and 3864 square feet asking $499,900   Since October 1st, 5 homes have SOLD  The lowest: 2572 Brockview Point - 4 bedrooms, 2 baths and 2258 square feet - Sold for $195,000. This property was a short sale   The Highest: 3067 Country Club Blvd - 5 bedrooms, 3 ½ baths and 3200 square feet - Sold for $353,000        Year over year comparison - $ per square ... 12/30/2008

Florida Land Auctions / Florida Commercial Real Estate Auctions / 11.4+/- Acres / Clay County. Selling Onsite. Florida land auction and Florida commercial real estate auction will be held by United Country Certified Real Estate on Thursday January 22nd @ 10 a.m. for 11.46+/- Acres of Commercial land for sale in Clay County, Orange Park, Florida. This Florida Commercial real estate is located on Kingsley Avenue and is zoned " Commercial Neighborhood". For full details, visit www.CertifiedRealEstateAuctions.com . 12/08/2008

If you are looking for an ethical, hard working Realtor for buying or selling a home in Orange Park or Jacksonville in Clay or Duval County Florida, I am YOUR real estate agent.  I work hard to be your local specialist by bringing you the latest news and technology in the real estate industry.  My website is one the easiest real estate website to use for search for a new home in NE Florida. I have designed this site to be an easy to use site for anybody looking for Orange Park, FL Real Estate. Being my real estate listings, or if you are searching all Homes or Real Estate in our MLS search. You can even do a search on my Map Search feature that let you click in any area of Northeast Florida and see the home for sale. If you find homes you like you can even use my Home Saver feature to s... 12/04/2008