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Welcome to New Davidson Realty Agent Amanda French

September 29, 2011

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Posted by in Agent Feature, News

amandaWe love welcoming new real estate professionals to our team.  Especially ones who share our customer-focus and commitment to giving back to the community.  That’s why we’re happy to announce Amanda French is now a Davidson Realty agent. French brings several years experience in sales, customer service and community outreach to her new role in real estate.

French was originally drawn to Davidson Realty for our commitment to being a good corporate citizen. Amanda has been involved in many service programs and volunteer initiatives, from AmeriCorps and missions abroad to vacation Bible school programs and working with disadvantaged youth.  Amanda French’s sales experience and merchandizing background, as well as her volunteer work, helped her realize her passion was for helping others.  As a real estate agent, she looks forward to combining her strengths and passions to help people find their ideal home.  French hails from Daniels, West Virginia. She enjoys running, cooking and hanging out with her husband and puppy.

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Northeast Florida Real Estate Trends Remain Positive in August!

September 26, 2011

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Posted by in Northeast Florida Market Trends

13155-Blue-Man-Reaching-For-The-Stars-Clipart-IllustrationThe greatest danger for most of us is not that our aim is too high and we miss it, but that it is too low and we reach it. – Michelangelo

I chose this quote because it seems as if our recent economic challenge has put many people in survival mode. Survival mode can distract us from our long term goals.  We must not think this way but keep reaching for the stars.

I will share an overview of the market stats provided by the Northeast Florida Association of Realtors starting with Pending Sales. August 2011 pending sales of 1,744 is 24% higher than August 2010 sales of 1,402. There have been some confusing monthly comparisons because of the tax credits last year, but the year to date pending sales for 2011 are 7% higher than year to date pending sales for 2010.

The closings for August 2011 are up 1.5% over the closings in August 2010 and the year to date closings for 2011 are almost the same as 2010. I would like to go a little deeper into closings and share that there were 691 traditional closings in August 2010 and 835 in August 2011 for an increase of 21%. The lender–mediated closings dropped from 729 in August 2010 to 626 in August 2011 for a 14% decrease. This is a very good sign when we have more traditional closings and less distressed closings.

The lender-mediated closings dropped from 44.3% of July 2011 closings to 42.8% of August 2011 closings. We continue to move in the right direction. Read more

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Davidson Realty is Working with The Northeast Florida Builders Association to Market Two Affordable Jacksonville Homes Recently Renovated as Part of NEFBA’s Annual President’s Project

September 23, 2011

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Posted by in Community Involvement, News

Academy-1Davidson Realty is honored to be chosen by the Northeast Florida Builders Association (NEFBA) to market two affordable single-family homes recently renovated by NEFBA as part of its community-focused President’s Project.  The homes, which are part of Jacksonville’s Neighborhood Stabilization Program, are being offered for $85,000 and $110,000 respectively and buyers may qualify for up to $40,000 in down payment assistance. Qualified buyers may purchase one of these homes for $500 down.

 The refurbishment of the homes was lead by NEFBA President Michael Bourré and his company Bourré Construction Group. “Given the current economic and market conditions, we wanted to support efforts to help existing neighborhoods right here in Jacksonville that were hit especially hard with foreclosures and neglect,” said  Bourré.  “This is the first time the annual NEFBA President’s Project has renovated an existing home rather than build new and the response has been very positive.” The annual NEFBA President’s Project is an opportunity for the group to both give back to the community and raise funds for its own educational and growth efforts.

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Why Choose Davidson? Learn Why You Should Join Our Team!

September 20, 2011

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Posted by in Career Opportunity, Videos

We have now covered how to get into the real estate industry, why it’s a great career choice, and what our agents love about their job. The final video in our career opportunity series covers why you should join the Davidson family. So, let’s take a look at what makes us different than the rest!

In the video above, Davidson Realty President Sherry Davidson runs through company awards and explains the family environment here at the office. Davidson Realty has been on the Business Journal’s Best Places to Work list seven years in a row and has topped the list twice. We have also been included on the Florida Trend’s list of the 100 Best Companies to Work For. In 2009, we were ranked number two!

Next, we hear from a few of our agents on why Davidson was the best fit for them. For Anna Decker and Michelle Santorelli, it’s the agent support and teamwork that made Davidson stand above the rest. For Amanda French, it’s our community involvement.

We then hear from Listing Coordinator Kristen Calhoun on everything she does daily to support our St. Augustine Realtors. And, we end on a great note as Sharon King talks about what makes Davidson so fun. We bowl, we boat, we putt putt, we go to the IMAX, and we all welcome the wine fairy on Fridays! The important thing is we do it together and we enjoy not only working together, supporting one another, but also being in each other’s company.

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Davidson Speaker Series Welcomes Chris Kauffman, Chief Operating Officer, JAXPORT on September 29

September 15, 2011

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Posted by in Events, Speaker Series

jaxport_t670This is one presentation that local business people will not want to miss.  Chris Kauffman, Chief Operating Officer for JAXPORT, will be at the Davidson Realty office in World Golf Village on September 29th at 7:00 pm for a free presentation about JAXPORT and it’s future.  Kauffman will discuss recent developments at JAXPORT, how the port impacts our local economy and some of the exciting developments on the horizon. “I saw Chris Kauffman’s presentation at a Jacksonville business event and it was fascinating.  It’s a must see for every North Florida business professional,” said Sherry Davidson, President of Davidson Realty.

A major economic engine of Northeast Florida, JAXPORT is one of the Southeastern United State’s premier diversified ports with connections to major trade lanes throughout the world. JAXPORT owns and operates three public marine terminals and one passenger cruise terminal: the Blount Island Marine Terminal, the Talleyrand Marine Terminal, the Dames Point Marine Terminal, and the JAXPORT Cruise Terminal. JAXPORT works to promote the growth of maritime and related industries in Northeast Florida.

Make a plan to join us on September 29 for this fascinating presentation.  The Davidson Speaker Series is presented at our office in World Golf Village at 100 East Town Place, St. Augustine, Florida.

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