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HAMMOCK BEACH RESORT 10th Floor 3262LSF 4BR/4.5BA ocean/golf condo. The floor plan includes two Master suites off the rear w/ ocean balcony access & two large front bedrooms w/ their own full baths, all wrapped around a large living entertaining area. Text R576426 to 52187

HAMMOCK BEACH CLUB Panoramic views from the 4BR/3BA end unit. Beautifully decorated and completely renovated with upgrades throughout. Enjoy the level pool complex and resort amenities. Short Term Rental Program Available. Text R593391 to 52187

HAMMOCK BEACH NORTHSIDE ESTATES Elegant custom open designed 3BR/3.5BA lakefront home that offers complete privacy and tranquility. The great room with gas fireplace and dining area expand with dual triple pocket sliders. Text R582911 to 52187

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PALM COAST PLANTATION Intracoastal Frot 3BR/2.5BA home. The kitchen features plenty of cabinet space, solid surface counters & s/s appliances. Entertain indoors perfectly with your spacious floor plan or on the screened lanai. Text R576428 to 52187

PAINTERS WALK Custom 3BR/2BA home in Flagler Beach with incredible 3rd floor ocean views. Entertain with ease in the large kitchen and living room as your guests relax on any of the four decks. Private community beach walk-over. Text R464124 to 52187

PINE LAKES Spacious 4BR/3.5BA pool home. This home has the potential for Mother in law suite. Newly remodeled kitchen. Great for entertaining. All situated on two lots. Text R621916 to 52187

$249,900

$229,900

$219,900

PLANTATION BAY Custom 3BR/2BA 2,100sf home in a gated golf course community. Features include new carpet, fresh paint, vaulted & high volume ceilings. Huge screened patio overlooks the South 10th green & South 11th tee box with water view. Text R558744 to 52187

COUNTRY LIVING Beautifully remodeled 2BR/2B 3+ car garage home on 4+ acres. Freshly painted, new tile in living areas with new carpet in both bedrooms and newer windows. Open floor plan with stone fireplace in the living room. Move in Ready! Text R648408 to 52187

MATANZAS WOODS Maintained 2 story 4BR/2.5BA home with a large bonus room. Large open kitchen overlooking the great room which is perfect for entertaining. The covered patio overlooks a reserve area for a park like setting in your own backyard! Text R543080 to 52187

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$774,900

$599,900

$589,900

HAMMOCK BEACH Beautiful 5BR/4.5BA ocean view home with soaring ceilings and loads of windows. Open kitchen/ dining with center island and great room is a perfect area for entertaining. Sliders off to balcony overlooking your own resort style pool area. Text R601331 to 52187

HAMMOCK BEACH Gorgeous Custom 3BR/2.5BA new build just a short walk to the beach. Custom appointments throughout. The large lanai has a gorgeous fireplace and overlooks a picturesque park like setting! Text R635317 to 52187

HAMMOCK BEACH Direct Oceanfront 5th floor 3BR/3BA unit with magnificent views of the Atlantic coast. All new flooring, new stainless steel appliances, completely painted top to bottom, new furnishings, and light fixtures. Text R662983 to 52187

$329,000

$309,900

$257,000

INDIAN TRAILS Mediterranean style home with 3BR/2BA and office/den is sure to meet all your needs! Entertain in the warm, inviting dining and living rooms. Custom designed gourmet kitchen.Superb architectural details and decorative touches abound. Welcome home! Text R474929 to 52187

INDIAN TRAILS Waterfront 4BR/3BA pool home with beautiful views of the Bayside Waterway. Spacious open floor plan with separate living, dining and family room with a nice fireplace to cozy up to. Enjoy the backyard oasis lounging in your pool. Text R668954 to 52187

COUNTRY LIVING Truly unique property, 2BR/2BA with an open spacious layout with lots of storage. Situated on over two acres with plenty of room for growth. This property also includes adjacent lot East of the home. Text R262985 to 52187

$214,900

$217,899

$189,900

MANTANZAS WOODS Spacious 2BR/2BA Pool home with office. This home features a split floor plan with a very open vaulted layout with an inviting living room and cozy fireplace with sliders to the lanai. Very large screened lanai perfect for entertaining. Text R658147 to 52187

PINE LAKES 3BR/2BA POOL Home located in Pine Lakes Golf Community. New Roof, New A/C Unit, newer water heater- MOVE IN READY! Entertain outdoors on your screen covered lanai. Text R327580 to 52187

QUAIL HOLLOW Double Lot 3BR/2BA home freshly painted inside and out, new fans and fixtures, new tile floors in all the main living areas, and new carpet in all the bedrooms. Spacious kitchen with new S/S appliances. Screened covered patio for relaxing. Text R637838 to 52187

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HIDDEN LAKES Upgraded 4BR/3BR Pool home with 2 master suites. The unique layout creates a space for the whole family. Enjoy a gorgeous kitchen with warm wood cabinets, solid surface counters and stainless steel appliances. Enjoy the screened lanai and solar heated pool. The fully fenced yard and lovely landscaping make this home picture perfect. MLS:233905

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Should I Stay or Should I Go? HOW TO KNOW WHEN IT’S TIME TO SELL Part of being a homeowner is dealing with the intermittent thought, “Hmm, maybe I should put my house on the market . . .” Obviously, deciding to sell your home is no small decision. In fact, it’s right up there with deciding to buy a home in the first place. Before making an irrational decision, it’s important to consider several factors that could influence your choice on whether now is the best time to sell. Here are four indicators that can help you decide whether now actually may be a good time to list your home: YOU’RE OUT OF SPACE. While it might be nice to have more room for your shoes, does that warrant a new home? On the other hand, is there a baby on the way? An in-law moving in? If your household is getting ready to grow, it may be time to move on to a house that will accommodate your expanding needs. Make sure to think 10 years down the road when purchasing a bigger home.

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YOU’RE IN A HOT MARKET. If “sold” signs are popping up frequently in your neighborhood and prices are rising quickly, it might be worth talking to your real estate agent. If now is the time you can potentially make a big return on your investment, you might want to consider making a move. If nothing else, you can add to your savings with the money made by the sale. YOU’RE SICK OF YARD WORK. If raking leaves and restaining your deck are no longer considered fun projects, you may be at a stage where you’re looking to scale down to a more streamlined, less work-intensive living situation. Consider townhomes with an HOA that includes yard work and upkeep as a part of dues. YOUR LIFE HAS CHANGED. If you’ve had a major life event - marriage, separation, new job, retirement - it may necessitate a new home and/or a new location that makes more sense for your new life. Consider whether your current home is still the right fit. Reprinted with permission from RISMedia. ©2017. All rights reserved.

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Must-Have Features to Look for When Shopping for a Home By Mikkie Mills

hen you're in the real estate market, you may have an idea of the type of property that you're looking for in a specific area. Although most people want plenty of square footage or a stunning bathroom, there are particular home features that are often considered to be must-haves. Here are a few essential home features to look for when shopping around:

1. Laundry Room

Many people want to own a home that features a laundry room due to the convenience that it offers. Laundry rooms are increasing in popularity because they provide a space to fold laundry and hang delicate clothes that need to air-dry. Today, laundry rooms often include a place for added storage or even petsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; belongings. An enclosed space for the washer and dryer will also prevent the noise of the appliances from inconveniencing other family members who may want to spend time in a quiet setting. You also won't have to worry about having piles of clean laundry

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in your living room or home office with a space that is designated for cleaning your clothes.

2. Patio

More and more people want to spend time outside and get use out of their backyard. A patio addition is a desirable feature that makes it easy to spend more time outdoors. Patios make for a great place to entertain when you want to barbecue or dine outside with your guests. You can also use the space to lounge around, read or relax while taking in the views. Most buyers look to buy a house that features a ground-level patio that is hardscaped and features plenty of patio furniture.

3. Hardwood Floors

Although carpet was a popular flooring material that was commonly used in residential properties in past decades, more people are looking for homes that have hardwood floors. Hardwood floors contribute to the design of the interior setting and can boost your home's value due to their

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durability and appearance. You won't have to worry about dirt or grime showing up in areas of traffic. Those who are on a budget can look for homes that feature prefinished hardwood flooring, which is color-treated and has a high level of appeal.

4. Well-Maintained Neighborhood

It can be easy to fall in love with a home without taking a close look at the neighborhood. Check the surrounding area by inspecting the other lawns and houses to determine if they're in good condition. You'll want to live in an area that is maintained well, which will affect the value of your home. It's also necessary to determine the distance of the property to your job, local schools, and parks that are available. Some people don't want to travel too far when they need to shop for groceries or find a Christmas tree sale in the area.

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5. Updated Kitchen

The kitchen is considered to be the most used room of the home where many people spend time with family or entertaining. The kitchen should be updated with new cabinets, a decorative backsplash, and an island that offers more storage space. You should also have plenty of space to cook and prepare food with the amount of counter space that is available. Look for specifics such as the size of the island, if thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s enough space in the case of a remodel, and what type of stove top is currently in the kitchen. When you're looking for a new property on the real estate market, it's important to look for features that are currently popular and are considered to be must-haves. By finding a quality home to purchase, you can get more use out of the home and enjoy various aspects that will enhance your quality of life. Reprinted with permission from RISMedia. ÂŠ2017. All rights reserved.

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8 Sugar Mill Lane $740,000

Sugar Mill 4BR/3.5BA exquisitely appointed home on 3/4 acres. A chefs kitchen with a large quartz topped island with Wolf cook top. Entertain by the paved pool patio and fire pit. MLS:231611

9 Sweetwater Court $434,900

Grand Haven Creekside Village 3BR/2.5BA split plan home. Lovely, open floor plan home & be impressed by the details throughout. Yard is spacious enough for a pool. MLS:235002

3 Marshview Lane $329,000

Grand Haven Heritage Oaks 3BR/3BA with carefree living, freshly painted and a lawn that is maintained for you. Walking distance of the Creekside Athletic Center. Move in Ready. MLS:228605

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57 Eastlake Drive $489,500

Beautiful Howell located in the East Lake subdivision. Large and spacious 3BR/3BA. Entertain in the screened lanai and pool area. Enjoy all the amenities that Grand Haven has to offer. MLS:235210

7 Lakeview Lane $389,000

Grand Haven 3BR/3BA with pond and golf course view. Over 2400 living ft, high ceilings with cove details. Nice screened lanai with outdoor kitchen counter space and sink. MLS:234828

28 Arrowhead Drive $297,900

Hidden Lakes 4BR/3BA private pool home with 2 master suites. This home has it all! The unique layout creates space for the whole family. Lovely landscaping and a fully fenced in backyard make this home picture perfect. MLS:233905

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10 Pine Harbor Drive $274,000

Grand Haven Pine Harbor 3BR/2BA open floor plan home. The outside patio is huge and the property is over-sized, but no worry as the lawn is maintained for you. Roof 1 year old. MLS:234864

11 Watkins Place $249,900

Pine Lakes 4BR/2BA completely private home on an oversized lot. Open eat-in kitchen with breakfast bar overlooking the huge family room. Enclosed family room is just bonus living space! MLS:235299

474 Aldo Drive $165,000

Country living in this remodeled 2,220SqFt home on over 5 acres of agriculture zone property, with a pond. Enjoy the quiet with plenty of room to grow. All just a short drive to town. MLS:230140

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10 Marina Point Place $250,000

Marina Cove 2BR/2.5BA condo with direct main deep water canal frontage and just a minute to the Intracoastal waterway. Your 16 x 40 boat slip is just steps from your condo in this highly sought after gated waterfront community. MLS:234992

6300 A1A South $239,900

St.Augustine Quail Hollow condo 2BR/2BA 2 story with tropical decor. Carefree lifestyle is just a few steps away from sandy ocean beach! Perfect for the rental program. MLS:234622

15 Princeton Lane $159,000

Pine Grove 3BR/1BA open floor plan home with volume ceilings. New granite in kitchen and bathrooms, fresh neutral paint, landscaping, sinks, faucets, mirrors, bedroom carpet, light fixtures and more. Screened lanai and fenced backyard. MLS:234385

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2018

Forecast: Is Inventor y Relief on the Way? By Suzanne De Vita Ask the 60-some percent of brokers in RISMedia's 2017 Power Broker Survey: Almost every housing market is plagued by short supply. In fact, inventory nationally for pre-owned properties is at 3.9 months, down 10.4 percent from last year, the National Association of REALTORSÂŽ (NAR) recently reported. According to realtor.com, the challenge could moderate in the next year. The 2018 National Housing Forecast reveals that groundbreaking is projected to increase by 3 percent, with single-family starts accounting for 7 percent of those. The catch? Activity won't kick up until later in the year, and many builds will be higher to mid priced - not an ideal scenario in the short term. Lower-priced homes, which were hit hardest in the recession, will be the last to recover. "We are forecasting next year to set the stage for a significant inflection point in the housing shortage," says Javier Vivas, director of Economic Research for realtor.com. "Inventory increases will be felt in higher-priced segments after home-buying season [in the fall], which limits their impact on total sales of the year." Home prices will increase in 2018, but at a lesser pace than in 2017, the forecast shows: 3.2 percent. As with inventory, prices in the starter supply will take longer to lose steam. Existing-home sales are expected to grow 2.5 percent. Considerable gains in prices and sales will be seen in: Las Vegas-Henderson-Paradise, Nev.; Dallas-Ft. Worth-Arlington, Texas;

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Deltona-Daytona Beach-Ormond Beach, Fla.; Stockton-Lodi, Calif.; Lakeland-Winter Haven, Calif.; Salt Lake City, Utah; Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia, N.C.; Colorado Springs, Colo.; Nashville-Davidson-Murfreesboro-Franklin, Tenn.; and Tulsa, Okla. Realtor.com also anticipates 43 percent of buyers in 2018 will be millennials, up from the 40 percent projected for 2017. The biggest group of millennials is turning 30 in 2020, so their share is likely to continue tracking upward. Expected to grow, as well, are mortgage rates, averaging 4.6 percent and possibly reaching 5 percent by year-end, the forecast states. Action by the Federal Reserve and economic factors, including inflation, will precede the rise. Markedly, more first-time homebuyers were able to get a Federal Housing Administration (FHA) mortgage this year than last year, despite a rate uptick. The 30-year, fixed mortgage rate averages 3.92 percent at present, according to Freddie Mac. 2018's homeownership rate, meanwhile which has gone up thus far this year - is forecasted to land at 63.9 percent. A potential wrench is tax reform. The forecast was made prior to the House bill passing and the Senate bill being voted on; as such, realtor. com cautions that certain cuts - among others, the mortgage interest deduction and the state and local tax (SALT) deduction - could lead to less in the way of prices and sales. The forecast, however, is optimistic overall.

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$469,900

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MANTANZAS WOODS Exquisite courtyard 3BR/3BA pool home with unobstructed 125ft of lake front. Separate guest quarters. MLS:235250

INDIAN TRAILS 5.429 Acres of gorgeous undeveloped land . Part of this land is located on a huge freshwater canal. TMLS:224746

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FLAGLER BEACH Oceanfront 2BR/1.5BA fully furnished condo. Great balconies and pool. MLS:235241

INDIAN TRAILS Spacious 4BR/3BA pool home that backs to a reserve parcel. Sliding glass doors to the patio and pool deck galore. MLS:23534B

PALM HARBOR Updated 3BR/2BA with marsh views. Great 40ft patio perfect for entertaining. MLS:234198

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Should You Build in the Winter? BY MEGAN WILD

aybe it has taken longer than expected to find the perfect house, or perhaps you've always wanted to build. You find construction exciting and adore the idea of designing a home from the ground up. Surprisingly, an ideally situated plot just landed on the market, and it's priced to sell. Unfortunately, there's an issue.

will not bind properly. If a brick structure is in progress, freezing temperatures may cause cracks to form as water in connective mortar expands. This can significantly damage the structure's stability, resulting in the need to demolish and rebuild.

Variables unique to wintertime construction are worth consideration. Below we've compiled several things to consider to help you make well-informed decisions and implement effective project plans, even in freezing temperatures.

Rendering exterior walls, paving with asphalt and pouring cement are also problematic. It's vitally important to monitor both outdoor and ambient temperatures carefully, as well as future-forecasted probabilities. Delaying projects because of the weather can be costly, but perhaps not as much as having to redo them entirely if caution is not heeded. Some contractors find a happy medium setting up heat lamps or arranging portable fuel heaters. These temporary measures work well, as long as potentially dangerous fumes are vented out, and site electrical wiring supports added wattage.

Sub-Freezing Temperatures If the thermometer reads below 32 degrees Fahrenheit, any task that requires water is compromised. Mortar used in brickwork, for instance,

Other cold weather strategies include use of materials developed with year-round efficacy in mind. Precast concrete, for example, is cast and cured in a temperature-controlled factory set-

Winter is approaching, and it doesn't intuitively feel like a good time for building or renovating. On the one hand, you're concerned about getting involved in a project challenged by cold weather conditions. On the other, you don't want to lose your auspicious real estate opportunity.

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ting. From there, materials are shipped straight to construction sites for installation. Concrete panels for walls, flooring, beams and planks are guaranteed for strength and durability, as well as fire resistance.

Contractors can minimize such threats with a number of strategies including employment of overnight security guards, arranging for webcam surveillance and placing motion detector floodlights in strategic locations.

Extra Safety Considerations Contractors who work in winter bundle up. Extra layers of clothing, bulky jackets and insulated gloves all lend distinct safety concern to any cold weather project. Not only does added padding slow laborers down, but it also increases the potential for accidental clashes with running equipment and valuable materials.

Move-In Ready Consider broadening your definition of what constitutes move-in ready. If your preliminary home structure is up and passes inspection, you can move in. Put decorative touches such as exterior paint, fence installation, gateway erection and property landscape on hold for warmer months. By that time, after living in the house and familiarizing yourself with its flow, you may have a completely different vision altogether of how you'd like the outside to look.

Snow and ice onsite present another challenge. Extra time to shovel out and sufficiently warm up machinery takes its toll on overall productivity, while great care must be exercised to avoid slipand-fall injuries. Projected time loss, however, should be reviewed in comparison to cost. Many bid contracts that reflect lower pricing to secure work during the slow winter months. If your deadline is not urgent, consider saving on labor-related fees. As long as site safety remains the focus, together with flexible completion requirements, it's a win-win.

Choosing to build in winter can be cost-efficient and advantageous as long as weather and safety-related issues are identified and addressed proactively. Go aheadâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;get that perfect piece of real estate. It'll make an unforgettable holiday project! Reprinted with permission from RISMedia. ÂŠ2017. All rights reserved.

Early Nightfall Diminished daylight is an inevitable winter trademark. If proposed tasks take longer than expected - perhaps due to weather conditions or even the slow pace of bundled-up laborers - and require closure after nightfall, spot or floodlights may be needed. Again, this is a question of potential added cost versus overall bid, as well as all-important electrical support. Batten Down the Hatches Early nightfall presents site-specific security risks. It is not uncommon for expensive machinery to be parked in the lot overnight. Metal scraps, hand tools and boxed appliances awaiting installation are easy enough to stow away in storage trailers, but large equipment and piles of heavy material remain outdoors, open to the possibility of criminal damage and theft.

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10 TIPS for MAKING AN OPEN HOUSE WORK By Barbara Pronin With 92 percent of buyers using the Internet in their home search,* the value of open houses has been debated among today’s real estate professionals. It’s a full day’s work that includes marketing, preparing materials, placing and removing signs, and assessing the interest of neighbors, strangers, serious buyers, and lookie-loos with nothing else to do. However, the benefits are clear - it does put your face and expertise in front of people you might not otherwise meet. For savvy agents everywhere, the key to success is in orchestrating an open house that works. Here are ten tips that may help:

PLAN AHEAD Listing on the MLS early in the week gives you time to plan a well-attended open house.

INVEST A SUNDAY Absent a listing of your own to show, offer to host an open house for a colleague. It’s always a good a way to meet prospects.

SPREAD THE WORD Promote it as widely as possible, using all available real estate and social media sites. Email your contacts and area real estate offices. INVITE THE NEIGHBORS They’re a great source of referrals. With a new listing, one top agent we know knocks on doors in surrounding streets, leaving as many as 2,500 open house notices.

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MAXIMIZE SIGNAGE Cover an area well beyond the immediate, placing a generous amount of open house signs in surrounding areas, including nearby new home construction sites.

TAKE A BUDDY For safety’s sake and to help interact with guests, take another agent, a trainee or two.

KEEP SIGN-IN OPTIONAL Offer a sign-in book, but be sensitive to those who avoid it. Introduce yourself, and invite questions, but don’t hover. RESPECT THE COMPETITION Try to ascertain whether guests are working with another agent. If they are, respect the relationship.

KNOW THE INVENTORY Be prepared to discuss competing listings in the vicinity as well as recent sales and price statistics. Your sensitivity and local market knowledge are the surest way to win clients

10. STAY IN TOUCH Leads won’t pay off unless you pursue them. Check back with the neighbor who ‘might know someone,’ make all the callbacks you promised, and offer feedback and suggestions to the homeowner. *2015 NAR Profile of Buyers and Sellers

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