Experience, integrity, and persistence bring you through the buying, or selling, process in a consistent and successful manor.  You deserve professionalism, communication, and follow through from your agent.  These are the qualities that get listed on my satisfaction surveys from previous customers. At Prudential Tropical Realty, we are more than agents...I am a real estate solutions provider. I work especially well with first time home buyers and seniors as these two groups are at turning points in their life and need special attention and solid advice. I have earned the SSRS designation ( short sale resolution specialst ) to help sellers and buyers through this challenging process. I have recently been trained and recognized as a "New Homes Specialist". I work with builders throughout the Tampa Bay area helping you design and build just the right new home.  I also have a unique program for employers to add a home benefits program for their employees at no cost to the employer or employee. Check out Tampa Bay Home Benefits below:

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Choosing a real estate agent who has the tools, skills, and experience to make your dreams come true can be as challenging as the home buying process itself. Let me make it simple for you. Some comments from recent satisfaction surveys tell my story:

"Went over and above my expectations".... CS, Clearwater,FL

"I chose you on the quality of the associate"... NT, Dunedin,FL

" I was satisfied on every detail of the transaction"...VR, Philadelphia, PA

"You were great to work from a distance"...JK, Huntsville, AL

"I don't know what we would have done without you", J&L, Largo, Fl

" Thank you for staying with us to find just the right home",  AP, Palm Habor, FL

"You knew just what I wanted after our first trip looking", LP, Clearwater

" As a first time homebuyer, your patience and direction was really appreciated, JF, Palm Harbor 

Let me add your comments from a successful transaction in the future.

Sales have been on the increase over the past few months. Volume has increased as much as 20% this year.  Home prices continue to rise being led by historically low mortgage rates, low home inventories, and banks being more aggressive in lending have helped to strengthen the marketplace.  Short sales, foreclosures, and bank owned properties are dwindling and the buying public seems to be shifting towards non-distressed homes. It is not unusual for an existing home in good shape to sell the first day on the market and get multiple offers. We are swinging over to a seller's market in the Tampa Bay area. Homeowners with nicely mantained homes are getting better value for their properties.The condo market is trying to rebound. Financing for condos is becoming easier if you have solid financial statements from the Association, and other considerations like reserve balances, % renters vs. owned units, deliquencies, etc. are important qualifying considerations to a lender.  Cash buyers (such as large institutional investors ) represent over 40% of buyers.   Check out my current market conditions at my blog ...

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