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March Real Estate Trends – Inventory is Down and Sales are up!

April 30, 2012

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Posted by in Northeast Florida Market Trends

“It was high counsel that I once heard given to a young person. “Always do what you are afraid to do.” Ralph Waldo Emerson

That will be my advice to my youngest son, Sam, who graduated from UNF on Friday with a Degree in Mechanical Engineering. I am so blessed with a great family!

I found some interesting information in the Northeast Florida Association of Realtors Market Stats for March. We have a very positive trend in pending sales. There were 2,018 contracts written in March 2012 compared to 1,719 in March 2011 for a 17% increase. The first quarter of 2012 is up 18% over the first quarter of 2011. In my office, the first quarter pending sales are up 40% over first quarter last year.

Now for the interesting part, there were 1,419 closings in March 2012 compared to 1,529 closings in March 2011 for a 7% decrease. The first quarter closings are down 3% compared to first quarter last year. Pending sales have risen so dramatically in the last 3 months, the closings should be increasing soon. It was also interesting to note that the price range with the largest increase in pending sales is $1,000,000 and above with an 18% increase. Read more

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Get to Know Realtor Karen Stern

April 24, 2012

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Posted by in Agent Feature

Karen Stern is one of our newest Davidson Realty Agents, but you’ve probably heard her name before.  Karen has served our St. Augustine community for many years, including terms as Chairman and Vice-Chairman of the St. Johns County Commission.

Karen Stern with her husband, Les, sightseeing in Florence, Italy.
Karen Stern with her husband, Les, sightseeing in Florence, Italy.

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Is It Time To Sell?

April 19, 2012

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Posted by in News, Northeast Florida Market Trends

article-1252055-085CB854000005DC-65_468x418As of early April, there was about 6 months supply of homes for sale.  That’s 30% less than supply at the same time last year and very close to market stabilization.  For the first time in a long time, we’re seeing a very real lack of inventory in desirable neighborhoods. Sales are up this year as well, and we’re heading into the busiest season for home sales: May through July.  So is it time to put your home on the market?  It depends.

Some of the questions to consider:
• Have you put your plans to upsize, downsize, or relocate on hold during the market slump? Read more

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The Olympics Take Over World Golf Village – Relay for Life 2012!

April 16, 2012

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Posted by in Community Involvement, Events, Videos

jockAnother successful year raising money for the cure! World Golf Village neighbors, businesses, friends and family came out on Saturday to celebrate, remember, and fight back against cancer. We had beautiful sunny weather with cool breezes to keep us going around the track over and over again. Davidson agents and staff signed up to walk at all hours from 3 pm to 9 am. The Davidson Companies raised even more money than last year, totaling over $4,000 (including sponsorship money)! Jock Ochiltree, Davidson Agent and cancer survivor, was our highest fundraiser, raising over $1,200 himself!

Jock Ochiltree and Roberta Hicks, our two cancer survivors, proudly took the first lap with all the other survivors to kick off the relay. For me, this is the most powerful part of relay. It really put everything into perspective and shows why you relay in the first place – we WILL find a cure!

People had a blast walking the track, while the DJ kept the music coming. There was a huge bouncy house for the kids and all the tents were stocked with fun for everyone. Teams were selling raffle tickets for amazing gift packages, cake pops, glow sticks, glow-in-the-dark glasses, food, necklaces, and more! Read more

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Make Our Second Annual Women’s Mixer Your Girl’s Night Out on April 26th!

April 11, 2012

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Posted by in Events, Speaker Series

2010-12-21-cosmopolitan-skyyThe World Golf Village Area Davidson Speaker Series Women’s Mixer is back by popular demand. Join us on Thursday, April 26 at 7:00 pm when a variety of area businesses and experts will share their wares and services. All business representatives will be women and many of the businesses are woman-owned. The free event is open to the public as part of Davidson Realty’s ongoing monthly Davidson Speaker Series event. Complimentary cocktails will be served and there will be discounts, giveaways and special offers from exclusive vendors. Don’t miss this great opportunity to mingle with friends and “shop” a variety of local vendors, get expert advice or simply browse and enjoy a cocktail. 

On tap for the event are:
• Thirty-One (bags and totes that can be monogrammed) – Kristie Brocksmith, Representative
• Stella & Dot (jewelry and accessories) – Peyton Davidson, Representative
• Jewelry by Leah
• Silpada (jewelry) – Representatives, Pauline Cake & Lynn Whitley
• Go Fish (women’s fashions) & Cousart Studios (photography) – Christine Cousart
• Wine of the Week (personalized wine gifts) – Kim White
• Big Mouth Catering (personalized chef services, party catering & more) – Tasha Peters
• Turtle Treats (gourmet chocolates and designer soaps) – Rose Hester
• Interiors Revitalized (interior design and decorating) – Christy McCarthy Read more

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