Larry Buchanan Realtor®

Jacksonville Beach Ocean Front Condo For Sale

Larry — Mon, 03 Oct 2011 22:13:55 +0000

This is a home that offers stunning elegance. The essence of this featured home is that it is a custom designed 10th floor oceanfront penthouse with expansive views.

This penthouse is professionally decorated and boasts tile and hardwood flooring. You’ll definitely find exactly what would be expected in a custom home, namely, crystal chandeliers, gourmet kitchen, and customized window treatments.

Here are the additional details:

Beds: 4

Full Bath: 4

Half Bath: 1 Sq. Ft: 4065

Amenities include heated pool/jacuzzi, full fitness ctr, social, theater & game room. On site mgmt and secured access. THIS IS THE ONE TO SEE!

$2,170,000

City: Jacksonville Beach

State: FLORIDA

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(904) 910-0203
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Jacksonville Beach Ocean View Condo -Price Reduced!

Larry — Mon, 03 Oct 2011 05:27:15 +0000

Larry is presenting this stunning 5th floor unit that features fabulous direct ocean and city views. Upgraded kitchen appliances, fireplace, premium countertops, custom paint, reverse osmosis water treatment system, designer ceiling fixtures, and surround sound.

And just like you’d expect in a home built for convenience, there is a hose bib on the balcony for easy, carefree cleaning. Under-building parking provides additional vehicle protection and you’ll also find a storage room that can accommodate 2 motorcycles and more.

Additional details:

$1,000,000
Beds: 3

Full Bath: 3

Half Bath: 1

Sq. Ft: 2605

Street: 1031 South 1st St

City: Jacksonville Beach

State: FLORIDA

MLS: 574890

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Atlantic Beach Florida – Price Reduced!

Larry — Sat, 01 Oct 2011 13:20:00 +0000

This is a beautiful 5 bedroom / 4 full bathroom home.

***Price Reduction*** for today’s market $$$. Renovated duplexes priced right. Top of the line appliances. Updated plumbing & tile flooring in some areas. Two balconies each. Close to beach in an extremely desirable area.

Please allow us to have 48 hours notice to show…..

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Jacksonville Beach Condo For Sale…Motivated Owner Has Lowered Selling Price!

Larry — Thu, 15 Sep 2011 22:42:26 +0000

EXPANSIVE OCEAN and CITY VIEWS

This is a beautiful eighth floor unit that comes with two (2) covered under the building parking spaces. You’ll like the maintenance free extensive tile floors and stainless steel appliances, including a Sub-Zero side by side refrigerator.

This luxury condo also features designer ceiling fixtures, and 3 terraces.

On-site amenities include, heated pool, billiards and theater room, fitness center, sauna, hot tub, and a dedicated steam room.

$600,000

Bdrms: 2

Baths: 2

Sq. Ft: 1716

MLS#: 564995

Sq. Ft: 1716

1031 South 1ST

Jacksonville Beach

32250

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Jacksonville Florida – Motivated Seller Reduced Price For Quick Sale!

Larry — Thu, 15 Sep 2011 13:59:32 +0000

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If You’ve Been Dreaming About Open Spaces To Relax & Enjoy The Real Florida Lifestyle…. This Is The Place!!!
11278 Saddle Crest WAY … 2.23 acres cleared and ready to build in the private gated equestrian community of Jacksonville Ranch Club.

Ideally situated on a cul-de-sac for added privacy. Stocked lakes and ponds within walking distance. Miles of Trails make this worth visiting.

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Jacksonville Florida Home For Sale – OVER $100K PRICE MODIFICATION! MOTIVATED SELLER!

Larry — Mon, 01 Aug 2011 13:42:42 +0000

The Perfect Water Front Home features 3 Bedrooms and 3 Full Bathrooms … And It Is ALL BRICK!

OVER $100K PRICE MODIFICATION! MOTIVATED SELLER! Expansive riverfront views and 140 ft of frontage. New lighted dock w/running water. All brick house is very nicely appointed and well maintained. New roof and wrought iron and brick fence. Open and airy floor plan and in-ground pool. Neutral colors accentuates this beautiful home with separate storage area.

A must see beauty. Buyer to verify all measurements.

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Your Questions About Real Estate Short Sales

Larry — Fri, 22 Apr 2011 05:30:24 +0000

Lisa asks…

How do i learn about real estate “short sales” without spending money to learn?

I would like to know how to get involved with real estate “short sales“…I love customer service, but I want out of retail and the R.E.S.S. breed of service can save a lot of people a lot of money, as apposed to convincing them to spend more money as you so often find yourself doing in the retail environment. However, I don’t have money to spend on seminars, boot-camps and other such conveniences or money traps (should that be the case).

I would really appreciate anyone who would be willing to take their time to teach me at no cost up front…and i have no problem arranging appropriate kickbacks for the kindness once I get going. Thank you in advance for your time.

Larry answers:

Short sales, and just about anything related to real estate sales, requires lots of research and specialized knowledge. And even after you’ve done your homework mistakes can be made. Your best route is to do your research by Googling short sales reports and wikis. This will give you a good level of knowledge.

Once you feel you’re ready to invest, find a Realtor who specializes in short sales. You’ll definitely want a professional to handle locating and evaluating properties to help you avoid missteps. It is very hard to hit your profit goals successfully without having the knowledge and experience that a Realtor brings to the table.

After the Realtor has helped you by handling a couple or so sales you could try a going it alone, however, in nearly every situation you’ll save money by using a Realtor.

Please feel free to use this link for your research.

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Donna asks…

i have a real estate question about short sales, if you know ANYTHING about real estate please read?

i found this really nice 3355 sf house in arizona, 5 bed, 3 bath and it is listed for 299.000 as a short sale. a real estate person told my mom that short sales never go for the low price, and that they always sell for more..

so my question is, can you get a short sale house for the listed price?

Larry answers:

You can definitely get a short sale for the listed price any it is often possible for you to get it for less. Like with anything related to real estate sales or purchases, location makes a difference, but in most markets, there are record foreclosures, and a ton of unsold houses. Short Sales add volumes to the listing of houses for sale in most areas in the country.

It is important to do a bit of your own research by going online and reading wikis and articles written by Realtors who specialize in short sales. Then let your Realtor know you are looking for a great deal and want to make low ball offers and can tolerate a few rejections in order to find a deal that is a good match for your investment goals.

And please feel free to use this link to assist you in your search…

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Betty asks…

Looking for any negative comments about Dwan’s Wholesaling and Short Sales Real Estate Course?

I recently purchased Dwan’s Millionaire Mindset Collection. This is a real estate course on Wholesaling and Short Sales. I am looking for any negative comments concerning this course.

Larry answers:

In today’s real estate environment such books are hitting the market like a blizzard. My advice is to check the online book stores like Amazon. You’ll most likely find feedback from other buyers.

You can also check online real estate investors forums where helpful communities of investors will answer your questions and give you advice. …..You’ll want to check these forums before you purchase so you’ll know what to buy and what to avoid…

Your Questions About Selling Your Home Fast

Larry — Tue, 12 Apr 2011 05:47:29 +0000

Laura asks…

need info on ads that read sell your home fast, quick money?

I am not too much in a hurry but my house is not “well kept”,…. its a rental. I owe 199k and its worth 245, i really dont want to make money off it I just want enough to pay the mortgage. Has anyone tried calling these ads? What do they have to offer? P.S. I live in California

Larry answers:

You will find it is always safer to use a Realtor. Licensed professionals are required to provide full disclosure, and when you’re dealing with a real estate transaction you don’t want to have surprises. Plus, most of the time these ads will result in you getting offered 40 to 50% of what the house is worth.

Hire a Realtor…

Ken asks…

Ever try to sell your home with we buy houses fast co?

Ever try to sell your home with on of those we buy houses fast companies? I have been transferred out of state and needed to sale my home quick. I contacted Property resource Corp. They are the biggest rip offs in town. First they try to buy your home for far less then what it is worth then they try to stick you with outrageous fees. There web site says they don’t charge fees but once you read the fine print you find they charge you all kinds of fees. Needless to say I didn’t go with this company. I was just wondering if anyone else had similar experiences?

Larry answers:

Unfortunately these stories are not rare. Hiring a Realtor provides better deals most of the time, and you’ll always be able to rely on full disclosure….it’s why you want to deal with a licensed professional.

Chris asks…

What did you do to get your home ready to sell?

What kinds of things did you do that you feel made your home sell faster?

Larry answers:

You’ll want to pay attention to details and a clean home sells faster than one in need of TLC.

What this means is clean the carpets and definitely make sure there is fresh paint on the inside…and touch up the outside. And get rid of any outside clutter in the yard and patch or seed any bare spots on your lawn. …also rake and bag leaves and downed limbs. Your outside view must be as nice as the inside! Curb appeal is very important!

Your Questions About Buying A Beach Condo

Larry — Wed, 06 Apr 2011 18:06:05 +0000

Nancy asks…

Is buying a Condo beach front w/ monthly maintenance fee of $421 a good investment.I’m a new investor.?

The condo is located in Galveston, Texas at a San Luis Resort for $82,000. 830 sq ft 1 bedroom 1 bath exc.location. What are the things I need to be aware of. Need advice as a new investor. i.e. profit on investment, financing.

Larry answers:

It definitely sounds like you’ve done your homework on this one. My advice is to check with a local Realtor just to be sure there no surprises, plus he or she can check on comparisons in regard to how condo fees are trending in the areas you’re considering.

Feel free to use this link for your search: Property Finder … and call me if you have questions…php

Helen asks…

I am 24 and have a degree with no loans. Smart idea to look into buying a beach condo and renting until retire?

I feel like since I have no loans and all of my friends do that I could really use this time to take advantage of something. Real estate is down and I could look into getting it cheap.

My husband and I would live there for a couple years to get ahead and then hope to rent it out after. It would be in a location that would be suitable for a retirement place for us but could also enjoy throughout our lives.

Would this be a good investment to look into? Or is it too risky this early in our lives. I feel as though making money off of one condo would lead to another and so on but I may be getting way ahead of myself.

Any suggestions? I feel like making the first step is the hardest.

Larry answers:

If you have steady income, good credit, and a down payment – definitely consider it. You’ll want to be sure to work with a Realtor to help you choose a property that will be a solid investment.

It is not unusual to happen on overbuilt areas that don’t increase in value much. You’ll also want to be sure your property will maintain a beach view if that’s what you purchase (the Realtor can check into whether other condos be built that would obstruct the view).

Please feel free to use this link Property Finderto help with checking out good condo locations as well as a local Realtor… And call me if you have additional questions… your ideas could result in a good opportunity to enjoy the beach lifestyle for years to come.

Ken asks…

beach condo decor?

we are buying a beach condo soon and i would like to start looking for simple elegant, beachy style not too expensive but if it is and i like it i will still consider…please leave links thank you!

Larry answers:

Use this link: Property Finder to check properties in the areas you’d be interested in making a purchase. You can also find a local Realtor through this link or call me to help you make a local connection.

I’m sure you could find what your looking for in your price range with this link.

Your Questions About Buying Florida Real Estate Auction

Larry — Tue, 05 Apr 2011 19:02:52 +0000

Mandy asks…

How to Foreclose on real estate investment?

We own a residential lot in Florida. We bought it for $475K in 2005, still owe 420K, and it now worth less than $200K. If we foreclose on the lot, what will happen?

The auction won’t bring anything even close to cover the $420K will still owe to the bank.

Will they try and recoup the difference?

Can they come after our personal residence?

Can they garnish our wages? Any information is greatly appreciated.

Larry answers:

You would definitely want to speak with an attorney for advice before you proceed. However, generally speaking, you don’t foreclose; the lender does. If the lot sells for less than the value of the lenders’ judgment — which includes the mortgage balance, accrued interest, court costs & legal fees, they have the right to proceed against you for a deficiency judgment for the difference (unless you have a non-recourse loan which is almost certainly not the case).

In that case the judgment can constitute a lien or serve as the basis for collection procedures as any other judgment.

Carol asks…

Real Estate??? Any advice for me?

Hi, I am located in Florida and fresh out of college!! I was possibly considering real estate as a way to make money since I’m still undecided as in what direction to go.

I was thinking along the lines of buying a house for low and selling it. I heard at auctions you can bid on houses for really low prices.

My question is how do you GET $$ to bid on houses and WHERE do you go? Also if there are any other avenues I can take with real estate please let me know. Thanks

Larry answers:

You need a lot of capital up front to make money in real estate, it is NOT a good “no money down” business the way some people tell you.

Florida has a lot of great “deals” on property for sale but the problem of how to get the cash to buy them (because many of those auctions aren’t going to wait for you to go get a loan, you got to have cash going in).

AND once you have the property it may be a while before the market recovers so you need money to support the property if it sits vacant a while. PLUS any costs to fix it whether from damage by the former tenants or just typical maintenance.

You can go talk to a bank about a line of credit or find some family or friends to go in with you as investors (but then you have laws on how to treat investor’s money), but don’t listen to those TV infomercials–if there was not a LOT of risk the prices would not be so low. The TV infomercial people made their money from selling these programs, not from selling real estate in most cases.

But you will probably need another job to support this for a while. That said, if you can get the capital together. You’ll want to speak with a CPA with real estate investment experience to get a solid understanding of what you’ll want to plan for and definitely decide how much risk tolerance you have.

Please feel free to contact me directly if you have other questions…

Mary asks…

First time home buyer using auction method?

I want to make an offer in a house that it is been auctioned online. Should I use a real estate agent or do it myself ( I know that if I am the winner I have to have an agent to complete the transaction) but I am talking about the actual bidding.
Also if I use an agent, it is better to use the Realtor that is listing the property for auction or find a different one? I am thinking if I use the same Realtor that the seller is using I have a better chance since she does not have to split the commission with another Realtor. At the same time she can be more pro-seller than pro-buyer since she gets the commission from the seller and not from me.
Can anyone give an advise in what to do? Please serious comments or advices only.
Thank you in advance.
Note: I am buying in Florida and financing the house.

Larry answers:

You’ll definitely want to choose an agent that acts on your behalf. Keep in mind, negotiating for a transaction like this is best handled with the help of a professional.

Contact me directly at office: 904-247-0059 to discuss the specifics in more detail.

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