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The old adage "Great Things come in Small Packages" can also be true of real estate companies. The general thought throughout the real estate industry is that the larger the company the better it is for the customer. When in reality, the larger the company with the most agents actually benefits the owner of the company-not the customer.

Venice Hometown Realty is the new style company. We are a small organization dedicated to the service of our customers. When a customer contacts our office, they actually talk to a person who is familar with their file. If you call the large company, most of the time they are not familiar with who your agent is, much less who you are.

A real estate company is gauged by its production. Venice Hometown Realty is presently 15th out of 77 companies in the Venice Board of Realtors. That rating does not tell the whole story. The companies rated above us have from 15 to 60 more agents. If you really want the true picture of production, divide the sale and volume by the number of agents. In that category, Venice Hometown Realty is at the top of the list.

In real estate, the most important factor is location. In real estate companies, the most important factor is service. When you get service, you get production and if you want service and production then you want.....

     VENICE HOMETOWN REALTY

Call today and talk to me, not a machine, about all of your real estate questions and needs.

It is hard to believe that we are almost half way through 2009! What a difference a few months make. At the beginning of the year our future was a cause for extreme worry.

I have been in real estate for 24 years and have seen three previous down cycles occur. None of those were as long or as deep as this one has been. What they all had in common was the general consensus -"We will never see that market again." Each of those down cycles were followed by a bottoming of property values or a correction period. Then came the slow turn around where the smart Buyer realizes that there is no better time to purchase the home, permanent or second, that they have been waiting for.

Home prices are the lowest we have seen in many years. Interest rates are fluctuating aroung 5% and first time permanent home buyers receive an $8,000.00 tax credit. FHA - VA financing is available as is 100% USDA financing and Sellers are ready to negotiate. Are we at the bottom yet? No one can be sure. We can be sure of one thing - Now is the time to buy that home that you have been dreaming about.

Warren Bufett, one of the greatest investment minds of our time, says, "Be fearful when others are greedy and greedy when others are fearful." Do not hesitate and miss your chance. Take advantage of the market at the bottom, not when it moves to Pre-Boom.

E-mail or call me today to get the answers to your real estate questions and how I can assist you with the purchase of your home.

Allen Ramsey-Broker Associate

941-626-5225 direct  

Well, the holidays are behind us and spring is on the way. We have had a few cold mornings here in Southwest Florida but nothing to compare to what our friends up north have experienced this year. It is now in the 70's and 80's most days.

The season is in full swing with rentals and sales. We have seen sales go up and prices are down so now is really the time to buy that second home or investment property that you have been waiting for. Interest rates are at an all time low and there are loans out there to be had. Come on down to our beautiful part of the world and see for yourself what is going on. I would love to show you what is available.

Until next time....

Allen 

Hi Everyone,

Just wanted to wish each and everyone of you a very Happy Holiday Season and hopefully 2009 will be a great year!

We have had a great year at Venice Hometown Realty, even with all the negative news about real estate and the economy. I know that it is bad for a lot of people who have lost their jobs due to downsizing and only hope that there will be an upturn in '09.

If possible, now is the time to invest in real estate. Prices are low, interest rates are at an all time low, inventory is abundant and sellers are ready to deal!

If you are tired of the cold weather, give us a call and we can either find you a place to rent or sell you a beautiful home, villa or condo. We are a full service company open all year, every day of the week. If I can help you, give me a call so that I can send you some information or make an appointment.

Happy Holidays!

Allen  

It's November in Southwest Florida and with that comes the things we look forward to. The weather is near perfect, low 80's during the day and low 60's at night. The rainy season and humidity are gone.

The roads are starting to fill with out of state cars, something we like to see. This year it is a wonderful sight. It proves to us that no matter what our country is going through, people are still coming to Florida. Their reasons may not be the same but the main one is escape. Escape from the nothern winters, escape financial stress, escape family problems or just escape to the beautiful beaches of Venice, sunny days of golf, tennis, fishing or doing nothing but relaxing.

Our rental homes are booking up fast, if not already booked, for the season. Positive signs that our market is in demand-no matter what!!!

Our sales team is busy answering request on available properties for sale because:

"Now is not just a good time to buy- It is the best time!"

Fact: The best selection of properties in every price range, style, size and location.

Fact: Mortgage rates are still good and financing is available.

Fact: The Sellers are ready to look at offers and negotiate a deal.

Fact: There is no bidding war on the home you select.

Fact:  If you have been waiting for the right time to buy in beautiful Southwest Florida, THAT TIME IS NOW!!!!

Call or e-mail me today to find your perfect place in Paradise.