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November Real Estate Trends – 2014 Predictions Show Continued Housing Recovery

December 26, 2013

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Posted by in Northeast Florida Market Trends

Having a place to go – is a home. Having someone to love – is a family. Having both – is a blessing. ~Donna Hedges

This is the time of year when our thoughts turn to home and family. My parents will celebrate their 64th wedding anniversary later this month. I have been very blessed.

The Northeast Florida Association of Realtors market stats for November continue the positive trends we have seen all year. The pending sales were up 15% over last November and 23% year to date.

Closed sales were down 2% from last November but up 23% year to date. The closings were down compared to the same month last year because lender-mediated closings are down 15%, while traditional closings are up 7%. Lender-mediated closings accounted for 36.4% of total closings compared to 41.8% November 2012. Read more

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Experienced Pro Nick Hall Joins Davidson’s Real Estate Team

December 20, 2013

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Posted by in Agent Feature, News

We are thrilled to announce the addition of Nick Hall to our outstanding roster of real estate professionals!  Nick comes to us with a demonstrated passion for helping people and a thorough understanding of the Northeast Florida real estate market. Says Davidson Realty President Sherry Davidson, “Throughout his entire career, Nick has always worked to help people in a meaningful way. His clients at Davidson will certainly benefit from his knowledge and experience.”

Nick earned a degree in Biochemistry from Harvard University and completed three years of graduate studies in medical sciences at the University of Florida. Prior to launching his real estate career, he garnered more than 25 years of experience delivering innovative products and services to the medical community, which included years in teleradiology (utilizing internet and cloud connectivity to transmit radiological images) and telemedicine with Siemens Medical Systems. In fact, Nick’s efforts to bring a new PACS solution to the U.S. market and Mayo Clinic in Jacksonville helped the hospital become the first totally filmless and paperless medical institution in the U.S. Read more

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What You Paid for Your Home is Irrelevant

December 16, 2013

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Posted by in News, Northeast Florida Market Trends

After more than 20 years in the North Florida real estate business through good markets and bad, this simple truth is proven right time and again:

What you paid for your home is irrelevant.

I understand this is hard for many people to hear because they think their sale price should be based on what they owe on their loan, improvements made to the house, how much they need for a down payment on their next home purchase, etc.  But homebuyers do not care about any of that.  A good Realtor will advise the seller that the price should be based on location, condition, specs (such as size, amenities, etc.) and recent comps.  Another factor is how quickly a seller needs to move. Read more

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Davidson Realtor Zach Paul Launches Charity Program with a First Coast Focus

December 12, 2013

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Posted by in Agent Feature, Community Involvement, News, St. Johns County schools

It’s the season of giving all year round for Davidson Realtor Zach Paul! He recently started a sales-based program that puts much needed funds back into the First Coast community. Every time someone buys or sells a home with Zach, they will get the opportunity to choose one of three local non-profit organizations to support. Zach pledges to donate 3% of his commission to the organization of their choice. Read more

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Patrick Metcalf Follows Family Real Estate Legacy as Realtor for Davidson

December 10, 2013

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Posted by in Agent Feature, News

Please join us in welcoming an exciting new member of the team, Patrick Metcalf! Real estate is all in the family for Patrick, who joins us with extensive real estate knowledge and a strong focus on customer service. Says Davidson Realty President Sherry Davidson, “Having grown up entrenched in local real estate and earning strong credentials, Patrick has a great knowledge base. We are glad to have him on our team.”

Born and raised in Jacksonville, Patrick has called St. Johns County home since he was eight years old. He learned about the real estate field from his mother, a Realtor, and father, a real estate attorney. Patrick graduated Summa Cum Laude with a bachelor’s degree in Real Estate and Finance from Florida State University. While still an undergrad, he became a licensed real estate agent and held two internships with local real estate development firms. Read more

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