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Helping Hands: Providence Homes Supports Davidson Cares Clay Day

November 11, 2022

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For the past seven years, Providence Homes has generously supported Davidson Cares Clay Day with the highest level of sponsorship. The Davidson Companies have a long history with Providence Homes as they were a preferred builder in several neighborhoods in World Golf Village as early as 2000. “I admire the generosity of the Providence Homes family. They do so much for the community. They are active supporters of Homes for Hope as well as several other worthy causes,” shares Sherry Davidson, President of Davidson Realty. “We have so much respect for Providence Homes and how they treat their employees and customers.”

 

Providence Homes is an award-winning home builder based right here in Jacksonville with a promise to provide a superior home building experience from start to finish. As one of Jacksonville’s only 100% ENERGY STAR® certified home builders, Providence Homes is committed to building each home with the same attention to detail as they would with their own.  Since becoming an ENERGY STAR® partner, Providence Homes has built more than 1,800 ENERGY STAR® homes which has helped Jacksonville families save more than $5 million in energy bills. 

 

With nearly thirty years of experience, Providence Homes has not only made a tremendous impact on the local community, but has helped others internationally through Homes for Hope, Hope International, and New Story. Davidson Realty is honored to have the support of  Providence Homes as they continue to make a difference in the Northeast Florida community. 

 

“Providence Homes is proud to have been a sponsor for Davidson Cares Clay Day for the past seven years. Each year, the event and money raised continues to grow and the impact the benefiting nonprofits selected. This year, we were very excited Davidson Cares added two new phenomenal organizations to the list of recipients; Port in the Storm and Hope is Restored!,” shares Providence Homes President and COO, Sean Junker, “Additionally, we are extremely honored and humbled to have had a St. Johns County student’s college sponsorship donated in Providence Homes’ name through the Investing in Kids’ (INK!) Take Stock in Children program for our support of Davidson Cares since their incorporation in 2012. We are looking forward to attending the student’s graduation and seeing them accept their scholarship on behalf of Davidson Cares and Providence Homes!  We look forward to a continued relationship supporting Davidson Cares and helping to give back locally.”

 

Over the past seven years, Davidson Cares Clay Day has raised more than $330,000 to support charities in need because of generous sponsors like Providence Homes. To learn more about Providence Homes visit their website at www.providencehomesinc.com or call (904) 447-0724.

 

Davidson Cares Clay Day

The 7th Annual Davidson Cares Clay Day was held on October 20, 2022, at Jacksonville Clay Target Sports. Davidson Cares Clay Day included two-sport shooting events, beginner skeet and sporting clay. Individuals and teams from beginner to expert levels participated.

 

In association with the event, there was a raffle contest. Prizes included a 65-quart YETI cooler with 13 full-size liquors and a 12-Gauge Beretta A400 XCEL Sporting shotgun.

 

Money raised from the event and raffles went directly to Builders Care, St. Augustine Youth Services (SAYS), Investing in Kids (INK!), Port in the Storm Homeless Youth Center, and Hope is Restored.

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Davidson Cares Clay Day: Enriching Lives in Northeast Florida

November 2, 2022

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Posted by in Community Involvement, Events, News

Davidson Cares is proud to support Northeast Florida organizations that are committed to enriching the lives of families and children. Thanks to generous sponsors, volunteers, and participants, Davidson Cares Clay Day 2022 raised more than $101,000 for five organizations to continue their incredible work for our First Coast community 

 

“Davidson Cares Clay Day 2022 was truly remarkable and the most successful in our seven years of hosting this event. Our team spots sold out very quickly. We had forty-eight sporting clay teams and seven beginner skeet shooting teams. Overall, we had 185 participants and fifteen volunteers who helped make the day so special and together with our sponsors ensured we were able to make an impact in our community through Investing in Kids!, Builders Cares, St. Augustine Youth Services, Hope is Restored, and Port in the Storm,” shares Davidson Realty President, Sherry Davidson. 

 

Congratulations to this year’s winners which included: Hoodz Team (1st Place – North Course), Vallencourt Construction (2nd Place – North Course), Bird Dog (3rd Place – North Course), The Hutson Companies (1st Place – South Course), Steve Merrill Team (2nd Place – South Course), and Thomas May Construction (3rd Place – South Course). Marshal Banks and Julie Sowell, both from the Hoodz Team, were the High Overall Male and Female shooters on the North Course, respectively. On the South Course, Joe Lentz from the Hutson Companies team was the High Overall Male shooter, and Brooke Hutson also from the second Hutson Companies team was the High Overall Female shooter. Additionally, Dianne Roberts with Magnum Painting Services, Inc. won the Cooler and Cocktail raffle and Doug Wenzel won the shotgun raffle. 

 

Davidson Cares Clay Day has raised more than $378,000 over the last seven years for organizations dedicated to supporting and uplifting Northeast Florida residents. This year Davidson Cares donated $40,000 to Builders Cares, $20,000 to Port in the Storm, $20,000 to Hope is Restored, $10,000 to St. Augustine Youth Services, and three scholarships, totaling $11,250, to Investing in Kids! Take Stock in Children program. The three scholarships were given in the name of Vallencourt Construction, Providence Homes, and Riverside Homes. 

 

These organizations are truly changing lives in our community. Davidson Cares Clay Day is proud to have raised more than $101,000 for these worthy causes, and Davidson Cares is grateful for the continued support from their network of partners and friends who have helped make an impact when our community needs it the most! If you are interested in donating to these organizations, please visit www.davidsoncares.com.

 

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Congratulations to all our Top Producers for September & the Third Quarter!

October 26, 2022

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Posted by in Top Agents

Davidson Realty is proud to announce our top real estate agents for September and for the 3rd Quarter of 2022.  Read on as our best share their professional insights on some of the most sought-after questions in our local Northeast Florida market right now.

 

 

 

Our Top Producer for September and the 3rd Quarter is Suzy Evans with $2.3 million in closings.  Q&A with Suzy:

 

 

 

 

Q – How do you stay up to date with current trends and best practices?

Suzy – Living in St. Johns County and selling real estate from Jacksonville to Palm Coast I spend many miles in my car.  Saturating this time listening to podcasts and participating in the social network “Clubhouse” I am able to connect with realtors & supporting professionals all over the country. As part of this round table of agents we are able to share best practices, new ideas and experiences.  As a CRS, Certified Residential Specialist I am afforded the opportunity for extensive advanced continuing education to stay on top of local and National market trends.   Frequent communications with my preferred mortgage lenders keep me informed of influential factors in mortgage rates. 

 

 

 

 

 

Davidson’s Top Producing and Top Sales Team for September and the 3rd Quarter is The Nemethy Group (Shelley & Tim Nemethy) with $3.5 million in sales.  Q&A with Shelley & Tim:

 

 

 

Q – What are some examples of home projects that will increase the value of a home before selling?

Shelley & Tim – A buyer is attracted to a well-maintained house. In our experience, they don’t mind as much dealing with some upgrades if the home’s major components will not be a concern for them (Roof, HVAC, Hot Water Heater, Plumbing, Electrical).  We always like to walk through the house with the seller and ask them to look at it as if they were the potential buyers. Buyers are pickier as the market adjusts and it is so important to present a clean home that smells good. Invest in having a deep professional clean, put some fresh paint on the walls and baseboards and replace or clean any carpets, if necessary. Finally, think about the curb appeal. The landscaping should be pleasing to the eye as the potential buyer walks up to the house. Don’t forget about the backyard, as well!

 

 

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Northeast Florida Real Estate Market Update

October 18, 2022

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Posted by in News, Northeast Florida Market Trends

“When I stand before God at the end of my life, I would hope that I would not have a single bit of talent left, and could say, ‘I used everything you gave me’.” Erma Bombeck

 

I had to share one of my favorite quotes.

 

The Northeast Florida Association of Realtors (NEFAR) market stats for September 2022 show home prices declining slightly, closed sales and pending sales declining, days on the market, and active inventory increasing.

 

The median sales price for all property types for NEFAR is $347,995 which is down 2% from $355,000 in August. For single-family homes by county compared to the previous month:

 

Duval – $335,000 down 1.5%

 

Clay – $335,990 down 2.9%

 

St. Johns – $561,495 up 1.2%

 

Putnam – $210,725 down 10.3%

 

Nassau – $408,990 up 0.2%

 

Mark Rosener, NEFAR President said, “I anticipate that the median price will continue to fluctuate month to month in the 3-5% range in either direction for the balance of the year.”

 

Closed sales of 2,032 is down 23.2% from 2,647 closings in August. Pending sales of 2,100 are down 17.1% from 2,533 sales in August. Mark said “Closed and pending unit sales suffered from Hurricane Ian’s impact when the powerful storm interrupted services during the last week of the month, a time when many properties close and/or go under contract. Many of the properties scheduled to close in that last week should shift to close in the first half of October.” The insurance companies will not write policies when a storm is near, and some properties must be reinspected before they will insure.

 

The active inventory increased from 6,015 in August to 6,789 in September, a 12.9% increase. The months supply of inventory increased from 2.3 months of supply to 3.3 months, a 47% increase.

 

In summary, the prices have declined slightly, the closings and sales have decreased, and inventory has increased. Home buyers are more cautious and rising mortgage rates have impacted their purchasing power. The buyers have more homes to choose from and more negotiation room. The sellers have lost a little edge, but the prices are still much higher than they were one or two years ago.

 

It is a great time to buy or sell. Please let us know if we can assist you in any way.

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Partners with Purpose: Riverside Homes Supports Davidson Cares Clay Day

October 12, 2022

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Posted by in Community Involvement, Events, News

Seven years ago, Davidson Realty President, Sherry Davidson began to organize a clay shoot to raise money for local organizations. “As the event was taking shape, I knew I needed sponsors. My first call was to Chris Wood, co-owner of Riverside Homes,” shares Davidson. “Chris immediately agreed to the largest sponsorship and Riverside Homes has continued that same support every year.”

 

“Riverside Homes is proud to sponsor Davidson Cares Clay Day. We love partnering with organizations in Northeast Florida that have a heart for giving,” shares Matt Roberts, co-owner of Riverside Homes. “The relationship between Riverside Homes and Davidson Realty is built on mutual admiration. From business to philanthropy, we are united by a common desire to serve the community.”

 

Riverside Homes is a locally-owned and award-winning home builder in Jacksonville, Florida with decades of combined new home building experience including the 2019 Southern Living Idea House in Amelia Island, FL. Riverside Homes builds in amazing neighborhoods and provides designs that fit the way today’s families live. Every component of a Riverside Home is carefully crafted to ensure quality and value. Riverside Homes is currently building in Fernandina Beach, Fleming Island, Ponte Vedra, St. Augustine, St. Johns, and Wildlight.

 

Our Davidson Realty team loves to work with Riverside Homes. “We are overjoyed when we get to help customers purchase a home from a builder we know will deliver an outstanding home. Working with a local builder that is involved in the community and treats everyone with respect gives our agents and customers peace of mind,” continues Davidson. “In fact, Erik Wilson of Riverside Homes is a member of the Davidson Cares Board and brings his insight and extremely caring spirit to the board of directors.”

 

Over the past seven years, Davidson Cares Clay Day has raised more than $330,000 to support charities in need because of generous sponsors like Riverside Homes. To learn more about Riverside Homes, visit their website at www.myriversidehome.com or call 904-530-4720.

 

Davidson Cares Clay Day

The 7th Annual Davidson Cares Clay Day will be held on October 20, 2022, at Jacksonville Clay Target Sports. Davidson Cares Clay Day includes two-sport shooting events, beginner skeet and sporting clay. Individuals and teams from beginner to expert levels participate.

 

In association with the event, there is a raffle contest. Prizes include a 65-quart YETI cooler with 13 full-size liquors and a 12-Gauge Beretta A400 XCEL Sporting shotgun.

 

Money raised from the event and raffles will go directly to Builders Care, St. Augustine Youth Services (SAYS), Investing in Kids (INK!), Port in the Storm Homeless Youth Center, and Hope is Restored.

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