Title insurance is an insurance policy to cover any losses if it turns out the seller of a property you purchased did not have clear title to do the selling.  Yes, indeed you did buy title insurance - but typically only for your lender.  You have to request and purchase a separate policy for yourself as the new homeowner. Why Didn’t My Lender Tell Me? It may have been stated in the loan forms that you were to read, but like much of the ‘boiler plate’ terms of a loan contract some of it just washes over the reader.  It is a lot of information to deal with, and often the buyer skims rather than reads in detail. Shouldn’t My Realtor Have Told Me? Yes, and no.  Homeowner title insurance is a voluntary item, even if it is a good idea.  It is not a topic which often receives more than a pass... 09/09/2014

It may be time, for a variety of reasons or circumstance, to change your living arrangements and go from a large home to a smaller one.  A daunting challenge on a good day, and there are many things to consider.  Think about the furniture you have, and what to keep, what to sell or give. If you have a large extended family, sending some of your collected treasures on to them makes part of this process much easier.  For the rest, especially if you have large collections of specific things you may want to talk with an estate auction service.  Estate Auction – Not Just For Foreclosure or Heirs Estate Auction services have people who specialize in valuing and offering your valuables for sale to a good market.  There is no reason the handmade lace needs to go for 25 cents at a yard sale.  T... 09/03/2014

You may want to, or simply need to, sell your current home.  Pricing will make a great deal of difference in the process.  Not pricing so high that you are out of the market range, and not so low that you loose money at the closing table is a difficult balancing act that has been played out ever since the first real estate transaction was contemplated.  Even with many years of practice, it can sometimes surprise you, even when dealing with these homes. But I Need to Get THIS MUCH! That is a common refrain.  But I must get "X" number of dollars in order to buy the new house, go on the trip, and put my kid through school. The list of reasons why a seller wants a certain amount back from the sale are endless, and understandable. The problem is, frankly, your house just may not have that mu... 08/31/2014

It's not surprising that the 3rd fastest growing community in the U.S., Nocatee (click here), has an absorption rate of 1.94 months This is a true seller's market and the builder could be raising prices any minute. In fact the average days on the market for July 2014 is just 49 days with a median days of the market of just 11 days (meaning over half the homes sell in less than 11 days). 14.91% Increase in Value In fact when we compare the 2013 year to date average listing price to the 2014 listing price we see a 12.33% Increase. And in comparing the average sold price YTD from 2013 to 2014 we see a 14.91% increase. $300,000 - $500,000 Has the Greatest Supply The most homes are on the market for July 2014 are in the $300,000 - $399,999 range and the 2nd most popular price range is $400,0... 08/23/2014

Siena at Town Center of Nocatee ICI homes will start model construction Fall 2014 for these mediterranean/tuscan style homes with tile roofs and ranging in size from 1,600 to 3,000sf. These are unique floorplans with rear alley garage entry. Also unique to this location is being walking distance to shops, grocery store, restaurants and Nocatee's amenity center. Nocatee's zoning for schools is always confusing. This particular neighborhood will be going to the A rated schools of Ocean Palms Elementary, Landrum Middle and Nease High School. Give us a call or email if you would like to be on the list for this community. Read Full Post » 08/18/2014

This summer sales event ends July 30, 2014. Now is the time to buy and use that extra money to pay for closing cost or add the wood floors you always wanted. This special is from Providence Homes by Bill Cellar on the Aspiration & Pinnacle Collection pre-sale homes. That means the spec homes (already built) are not included. Please contact us for full details of promotion.You will find Providence Homes in three location east of the St. Johns River in Jacksonville, St. Johns and Ponte Vedra.Durbin Crossing - Ranging in price from $335,000, you will find 100% energy star homes with lots running from 53' - 83'. Get into St. Johns county with lower property taxes and award winning schools.Legendary Run/Crosswater at Pablo Bay is just a minute or two from the Mayo Clinic off of San Pablo Rd ... 07/18/2014

The Town of Nocatee has been experiencing huge growth since the developments debut in 2007. This year alone the Town of Nocatee is predicted to sell close to 900 homes and has already sold over 600 thus far in 2013. With these astounding numbers, there is no wonder why the community is now ranked as the 6th best-selling community in the United States. Currently only 20% developed, the Town of Nocatee consists of 11 neighborhoods, the first to break ground was Austin Park and the newest addition to Nocatee is the neighborhood Brookwood. Upon completion Nocatee is expected to have over 13,000 homes. Two of the biggest drawing points for the Town of Nocatee are the unbelievable amenities and beautiful natural setting.  Hands down, Nocatee provides residents with the most phenomenal ameniti... 09/20/2013

The Town of Nocatee has an all new feature to go along with the community’s already extensive list of features and amenities. The new amazing feature, The Nocatee Community Forum, is a social network exclusively for residents of Nocatee.  Residents are able to create a profile with their picture and interests, and then from here are able to post statuses, pictures, videos and information to share with other members of the Nocatee Community Forum. It is like Facebook for Nocatee Residents!!! In addition to being able to post statuses and pictures from your profile, the Nocatee Community Forum offers other features as well including classified ads, discussion forums, chat capabilities, events, and groups. The idea behind the Nocatee Community Forum is to help build the Nocatee Community b... 09/19/2013

We have so many great new home communities here in Northeast Florida: Paradise Key, Jacksonville Beach, FL (home to the HGTV Smart Home), Nocatee & Atlantic Beach Country Club (Prudential is the exlusive site agent for this project), and, Crosswater at Pablo Bay. If you are looking for new construction at the beach or close to the beach, these are some of the best options around. Nocatee is a master planned ccommunity just west of Ponte Vedra Beach, and includes thousand of acres of nature, including preserves, walking paths, canoe/kayak put in points and trails, and an awesome town center with their own Publx and a "green" that hosts a Farmer's Market once a month! It's wonderful news to read that Nocatee's sales areup 72% year over year!  Some of the community plans were adjusted a bi... 08/29/2013

Property in Ponte Vedra - December 2012 from http://www.homesofpontevedra.com There are currently 961 active homes for sale in Ponte Vedra. The average listing price for Homes in Ponte Vedra during the month of December is $532,189. The median list price in December for single family residential and condo/town home properties in Ponte Vedra is $319,900. The typical home for sale during the month of December in Ponte Vedra is a 3.62 bedroom, 2.75 bath home built in 2003. To break down pricing further we can look at price by bedrooms in Ponte Vedra. During the month of December a 3 bedroom homes average for sale price is $362,886 while a 4 bedroom homes average for sale price is $580,070. The 5 bedroom homes are listing for an average of $805,383. All market data and statistics are pulled... 12/09/2012

Short Sale Specialist in Ponte Vedra Florida What is a real estate short sale in Ponte Vedra? A quick sale in real estate, also commonly called a short sale, happens when a lender is willing to accept a lower pay off on a loan than what is currently owed due to the borrowers inability to continue making payments. What does it take to qualify for a Ponte Vedra Beach Short sale? While lenders seem to be easier to work with lately regarding qualifications, there are usually three borrower qualifications that most lenders require for a Ponte Vedra short sale. Negative Equity - The proceeds from the sale of the property, after all closing costs are paid, are less than the amount currently owed on the property, Financial Insolvency - Financial insolvency means that the borrower has no other ... 11/29/2012

Homes in Ponte Vedra - October 2012 from http://www.homesofpontevedra.com There are currently 1045 active homes for sale in Ponte Vedra. The average listing price for Real Estate in Ponte Vedra during the month of October is $526,012. The median list price in October for single family residential and condo/town home properties in Ponte Vedra is $314,900. The typical home for sale during the month of October in Ponte Vedra is a 3.6 bedroom, 2.75 bath home built in 2003. To break down pricing further we can look at price by bedrooms in Ponte Vedra. During the month of October a 3 bedroom homes average for sale price is $361,335 while a 4 bedroom homes average for sale price is $588,017. The 5 bedroom homes are listing for an average of $764,423. All market data and statistics are pulled d... 10/20/2012

Music & Comedy in Ponte Vedra September 27 @ 8pm   North Florida Land Trust is sponsoring On the Wild Side, an evening of music and comedy on September 27th, 2012 at 8pm. This venue is to create awareness and benefit land conservation.    Location: Ponte Vedra Concert Hall 1050 A1A North, Ponte Vedra Beach, FL 32082   Price: $15 per person   If you can't attend the event, but still want to donate, please be sure to visit the registration link.    Thank you for reading... Music & Comedy in Ponte Vedra September 27 @ 8pm  09/10/2012

Nocatee is fabulous master planned community about 8 miles west of the Atlantic Ocean. The community is planned around conservation, with plenty of green space and parks for residents to enjoy. A monthly farmer's market also boasts more than just a typical Farmer's Market: last weekend, several animal rescue groups brought their dogs and cats available for adoption. A unique approach, and since the Farmer's Market is dog friendly anyway, a fabulous place to help find forever homes for adoptable critters. 02/26/2012

Located within the larger master-planned community of Nocatee, Del Webb Ponte Vedra is a gorgeous community boasting breathtaking amenities and meticulous attention-to-detail. Originally known as Riverwood at Nocatee, this 55+ community took on its new name in September 2011 and introduced lower prices for its new construction Del Webb homes. Del Webb Ponte Vedra offers a fabulous location 20 miles south of Jacksonville and just minutes from the Atlantic Ocean. Since opening in 2007, this gated community has become a sought-after Northeast Florida active adult community.  Residents enjoy access to all the wonderful amenities and conveniences within the Nocatee community as well as their own private clubhouse. The Anastasia Club offers nearly 38,000 square feet of luxury amenities. This ... 02/04/2012

Riverwood by Del Webb in Ponte Vedra, Florida is a gorgeous active adult community boasting exquisite architecture, resort-style amenities and the famous Del Webb lifestyle. This gated 55+ community just ten minutes from the Atlantic Ocean, is planned for 1,988 homes upon completion available in a wide variety of home styles including traditional single-family ranch homes, attached ranches and condominiums.   Riverwood is one portion of the larger master planned Nocatee community. In total, Nocatee features seven villages each developed by a highly reputable builder. Del Webb’s Riverwood community offers the lowest starting home prices of all communities in Nocatee starting from the high $100’s. It is also the only age-restricted community in Nocatee.    The homes at Riverwood Del Webb ... 09/08/2011

Just minutes from the Atlantic Ocean is Riverwood by Del Webb, an award-winning community for adults age 55 and better. Located in Ponte Vedra, Florida within the larger, master-planned community of Nocatee, residents of this gated Del Webb community enjoy their private community with all the amenities you’ve come to expect from Del Webb. The master-planned Nocatee community is comprised of seven villages all connected by convenient trails and bike paths. Riverwood Del Webb is the only age-restricted community within Nocatee. Riverwood opened in 2007 and is planned for 1,988 homes upon completion. Today, interested homebuyers can select from new construction or resale homes. The homes at Riverwood are available in a wide variety of styles including traditional single-family style, carr... 06/21/2011

Ponte Vedra FL Short Sale Specialist Help            We are a team of Ponte Vedra Short Sale Specialist Realtors providing FREE stop foreclosure services to homeowners struggling to keep their home. If you are barely hanging on to your Ponte Vedra property because of a financial hardship, you have come to the right place! My team and I specialize in working with the banks, to not only get borrowers' homes sold, but to get homeowners completely forgiven of any remaining debt from the home. We provide all of our services at absolutely no charge to you! Lenders pay our commission!  www.JacksonvilleShortSale.com 904-733-4911 Short Sale Qualifications: One important factor to qualifying for a short sale is to prove to your lender that you are in some type of financial hardship. This can incl... 04/07/2011

I was fortunate to win a free kayak tour of the North Florida Land Trust tour of the North Guana Landing project, which is still underway. Our put in place is at the old Oar House on Mickler's, and with the gator at our put in spot, it was a bit intimidating, but not overly (cue the Deliverance banjos, please). Our put in was uneventful, and the tightest part of the trip was the paddle out to the channel, but once out there, it was GORGEOUS! So peaceful, tranquil, and all the birds exploding out of the marsh grasses when we paddled up was incredible. Some pix from our trip: A mix of roseate spoonbills with ibis, herons, and anhingas. The spoonbills are the pink ones. Not quite in focus, but you see it is a large flock of spoonbills in flight. Wonderful old growth trees - such a great st... 04/03/2011

Kelly Pointe at Nocatee - Ponte Vedra, FL Kelly Pointe at Nocatee is a new addition to the community of Nocatee in Ponte Vedra, Florida. Since this community is within Nocatee, it shares all of its amenities which include: - Bike Paths - Trails to the other communities - Nocatee Preserve - Nocatee Community Center - Park with Ball Fields - Nocatee Water Park - GreenWay Trails - Nocatee Town Center (Publix) Kelly Pointe will consist of 176 homes at completion. The community's builders, David Weekley Homes and Richmond American Homes, both offer a variety of floorplans to choose from. There are also many other homes for sale in Nocatee Communities, St. Augustine, Florida Communities as well as World Golf Village Communities. Kelly Pointe at Nocatee Homes for sale in Ponte Vedra, FL 03/22/2011