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Open House on Labor Day Weekend | 6971 Corley Ave Windermere FL 34786

Open House on Labor Day Weekend | 6971 Corley Ave Windermere FL 34786
 

Open House scheduled for Saturday, Sunday and Monday, September 2, 2017 to September 4, 2014 from 12pm to 2pm.
Please stop by and tour this beautiful home that shows like a sample home. This home is located in Windermere FL 34786 and is in Windermere Terrace Community.
This home is zoned for the Windermere High School. This just had a price reduction of $7,500 and the new price of home is $387,500. This home is zoned for the Windermere High School.

6971 CORLEY AVE, WINDERMERE, FL 34786 (MLS # O5525776)
(all data current as of 8/31/2017)

View Virtual Tour

Price
$387,500

Beds
4

Baths
3 baths

Home size
2,885 sq ft

Lot Size

6,534 sqft

Days on Market
42

Status
Active

Stunning and immaculate Windermere Terrace home with 4 bedrooms, and 2.5 baths. Home is zoned for Windermere High School, Bridgewater Middle School and Sunset Park Elementary. Home features include newly installed Solar Panels, Water Softener, and Custom built TV unit with Cabinets and Fireplace in Great room. Home has a nice open floor plan with a guest bedroom on the first floor. Large Dining area with crown molding and 18 inch tile floors. Kitchen features granite counters, food preparation island with sink area, and a second island for your prepared food. Stainless-steel appliances with 36 inch staggered birch cabinets and walk in pantry and tiled back splash. Office with desk and cabinets with a drop station bench and storage bins when you come in from the two-car garage. 
Second floor includes a very large Loft/Bonus room. Master Bedroom suite comes with tray ceiling, with shower, bath tub, two sinks and a big walking closet. Two more Bedrooms with a Laundry room, cabinets and sink. Large screened in-Lanai with a fenced in back yard. Home features a large array of solar panels to help you with your energy bill. Electric bill is less than $100 per month. Windermere Terrace offers a community pool and walking path for the community. Home offers easy access to the 429, CR 535, Florida turnpike, the 408 and I-4. Located within 10 minutes to Walt Disney World parks and about 25 minutes to Universal and Sea World. Easy to show.



Property Type(s): Single Family

Last Updated
8/23/2017
Tract
WINDERMERE TERRACE

Year Built
2014
Community
Windermere

Garage Spaces
n/a
County
Orange

Total Parking
n/a

Price History

Prior to Jul 21, '17
$395,000

Jul 21, '17 - Today
$387,500

Schools

Elementary School
Sunset Park Elem

Jr. High School
Bridgewater Middle

High School
Windermere High School

Additional Details

Lot
6534 sq ft
Area
Windermere

HOA Dues
67.00; Monthly
Pool Description
Community

Stories
2
Subdivision
WINDERMERE TERRACE

Taxes
$5263.00
Utilities
Cable Connected,Electric,Public Municipal Water,Public Sewer

Zoning
P-D
Lot Dimensions
65 X 100

Features

Air
Central, Zoned/Multiple

Air Conditioning
Yes

Appliances
Dishwasher, Disposal, Hot Water Electric, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Water Soften

Basement
Foundation: Slab

Construction
Stucco

Exterior
Fenced

Fireplace
Yes

Garage
2 Car Garage, Yes

Heat
Central, Heat Pump

Interior
Attic, Blinds/Shades, Built in Features, Ceiling Fan(S), Crown Molding, In Wall Pest System, Smoke Alarm(S)

LotDescription
In City Limits, Sidewalk, Street Paved

Pool
Yes

Location

Listing information deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Read full disclaimer.
Listed with COLDWELL BANKER RESIDENTIAL RE
(view all details for MLS #O5525776)

//

 
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Wind Mitigation Inspections

Wind Mitigation Inspections

WIND MITIGATION INSPECTIONS

Wind Mitigation Inspections

Florida is well known for all of the damage caused during our stormy seasons. The power of wind can burst open windows, doors, split open walls, creating and increasing uplift forces on the roof. Once the wind breaks open any part of the home, wind and water will enter and damage to the interior escalates dramatically.
Homeowner’s insurance companies offer premium discounts based on a home’s level of wind resistance. These wind mitigation inspections are used to determine whether specific protective reinforcements are in place, therefore decreasing the amount of damage your home may receive during a hurricane or strong storm. A home with these features is less likely to incur costly repairs during a “high wind event” which saves the insurance company money.
What is Wind Loss Mitigation? Mitigation is the act of making a condition less severe. Therefore wind loss mitigation is the act of minimizing loss that might be caused by wind damage to your home.
History Behind the Credits
After the devastating 2004 Hurricane season many Florida based insurance companies were forced to increase premiums due the substantial losses they occurred. The Florida Legislature saw the rising premiums as a problem for Floridians so they agreed that if homeowners made steps to make their homes more secure from wind loss, they should be rewarded by a reduction in insurance premium.
So How Do I Get the Credits?
In order to get credits you must have a Wind Mitigation report completed by a licensed inspector. Many people believe that their Homeowners carrier is responsible for paying for the report, but that is not the case. That being said, the mitigation report usually pays for itself within the first year, with prices ranging from $70 – $125. These prices are typically reduced if you purchase another report from the inspector, such as a 4-point inspection.
Make Sure You Request the 2012 Form!
Most carriers are now requiring that the Wind Mitigation Report to be on the 2012 form. If you have an older form, you will most likely have to get a new mitigation completed to apply for credits.
Premium Credits for Wind Mitigation Construction Features
Roof Age: If your roof was replaced on or after March of 2002, it most likely is eligible for the Florida Building Code of 2001 credit. This code required contractors to use improved construction techniques, thus making roofs sounder.
Roof Covering: Common types include shingles, clay tiles, metal, and built-up-tar and gravel. The key factor in roof covering performance is the method of attachment of the roof covering to the roof deck. This feature must meet or be equivalent to the Florida Building Code which has specific material and attachment specifications which are superior to building practices in the past.
Roof Deck Material & Attachments: The method used to connect the roof decking (plywood, metal panels, etc.) to the roof trusses or rafters. The performance of the roof deck is of critical importance in keeping hurricane losses to a minimum. This is usually achieved by nail fasteners. Nail size, type, spacing, and penetration depth into the truss or rafters determines the uplift resistance of the deck. The difference in uplift capacity of 8d (2 ½”) nails at a typical nail spacing and 6d (2 ½”) nails at the same spacing is a factor of about two times stronger.
Roof-to-Wall: This is another critical connection that keeps the roof on the building and acts to transfer the uplift loads into the vertical walls. This connection is KEY to the performance of the building due to the large negative pressures acting on the roof.
Secondary Water Resistance: Material applied to the roof covering to prevent water from intruding into the structure when the roof covering fails. Roof coverings often begin to peel off in peak wind gusts ranging from 70 to 100 mph.
Roof Shape: Roof shape refers to the geometry of the roof. There are many common roof shapes in residential construction, including gable, hip, and flat (and many possible combinations). Some roof slopes and configurations perform better than others. Moderate roof slopes don’t tend to uplift the roof and push the building sideways and hip roofs provides greater stability during high winds regardless of which direction the wind blows. *A HIP shaped roof receives the largest insurance discount. This may help a protective home buyer consider which home to buy.
Opening Protection: Openings in the wall and roof include windows, doors, sliding glass doors, skylights, and garage doors. Openings are vulnerable to wind-borne debris impacts in hurricanes and other windstorms. The protection of openings is perhaps the greatest single loss mitigation strategy for a building. The reason for this is that once a window or door fails the pressure inside of the structure increases due to the breach in the building envelope. Thus, putting all openings in an overload situation; resulting in additional failures. The inspector is looking for glazed (glass) openings with specific ratings and or shutters protecting them.

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Market Watch Update Week of August 28, 2017

Market Watch Update Week of August 28, 2017
 

Week of August 28, 2017

Mortgage Market Commentary
As the summer of 2017 heads into its final week, mortgage rates continue what has begun to feel like a long vigilant watch for either accelerating economic growth or increasing economic pressure. As we wait, rates have drifted very slowly down from last November’s spike upward. The week ended with the annual meeting of economic heavyweights in Jacksons Hole, WY. During some years, the words from central bank leaders have rocked markets. This year, we didn’t even get a fizzle. No surprises were expected and none were delivered. Many of our trading partners are in the same boat. We certainly shouldn’t complain about years of economic improvement, but the slow rate of growth is frustrating for those who would like to see their economies improving at a more rapid pace.
The week features many significant economic reports on employment, inflation, and manufacturing. If all the big reports can generate better-than-expected results, then rates might move upward. But the tragic events in Texas and potential economic impact may help hold rates from rising very much.

 

David Joyce
Senior Loan Officer | NMLS# 546401
Office: 407-247-4153
Cell:
[email protected]

This is not a commitment to lend. Loan programs, rates and terms subject to change without notice and are subject to property and credit approval. For informational purposes only. Restrictions may apply. Equal Housing Lender. PHH Home Loans, LLC d/b/a Sunbelt Lending Services, 300 South Park Place Boulevard, Suite 150, Clearwater, FL 33759. NMLS ID # 4256 (www.nmlsconsumeraccess.org). Georgia Residential Mortgage Licensee #20292. New GRA Email Address This email was sent by: Sunbelt Lending Services 211 East Colonial Drive Orlando, FL 32801

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Coldwell Banker Residential Real Estate – Happy 111 Years

Coldwell Banker Residential Real Estate – 111 Years
Bringing families home! Happy Birthday

Coldwell Banker Residential Real Estate Happy Birthday 111 years

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Wind Mitigation Inspections

Wind Mitigation Inspections

WIND MITIGATION INSPECTIONS

Wind Mitigation Inspections

Florida is well known for all of the damage caused during our stormy seasons. The power of wind can burst open windows, doors, split open walls, creating and increasing uplift forces on the roof. Once the wind breaks open any part of the home, wind and water will enter and damage to the interior escalates dramatically.
Homeowner’s insurance companies offer premium discounts based on a home’s level of wind resistance. These wind mitigation inspections are used to determine whether specific protective reinforcements are in place, therefore decreasing the amount of damage your home may receive during a hurricane or strong storm. A home with these features is less likely to incur costly repairs during a “high wind event” which saves the insurance company money.
What is Wind Loss Mitigation? Mitigation is the act of making a condition less severe. Therefore wind loss mitigation is the act of minimizing loss that might be caused by wind damage to your home.
History Behind the Credits
After the devastating 2004 Hurricane season many Florida based insurance companies were forced to increase premiums due the substantial losses they occurred. The Florida Legislature saw the rising premiums as a problem for Floridians so they agreed that if homeowners made steps to make their homes more secure from wind loss, they should be rewarded by a reduction in insurance premium.
So How Do I Get the Credits?
In order to get credits you must have a Wind Mitigation report completed by a licensed inspector. Many people believe that their Homeowners carrier is responsible for paying for the report, but that is not the case. That being said, the mitigation report usually pays for itself within the first year, with prices ranging from $70 – $125. These prices are typically reduced if you purchase another report from the inspector, such as a 4-point inspection.
Make Sure You Request the 2012 Form!
Most carriers are now requiring that the Wind Mitigation Report to be on the 2012 form. If you have an older form, you will most likely have to get a new mitigation completed to apply for credits.
Premium Credits for Wind Mitigation Construction Features
Roof Age: If your roof was replaced on or after March of 2002, it most likely is eligible for the Florida Building Code of 2001 credit. This code required contractors to use improved construction techniques, thus making roofs sounder.
Roof Covering: Common types include shingles, clay tiles, metal, and built-up-tar and gravel. The key factor in roof covering performance is the method of attachment of the roof covering to the roof deck. This feature must meet or be equivalent to the Florida Building Code which has specific material and attachment specifications which are superior to building practices in the past.
Roof Deck Material & Attachments: The method used to connect the roof decking (plywood, metal panels, etc.) to the roof trusses or rafters. The performance of the roof deck is of critical importance in keeping hurricane losses to a minimum. This is usually achieved by nail fasteners. Nail size, type, spacing, and penetration depth into the truss or rafters determines the uplift resistance of the deck. The difference in uplift capacity of 8d (2 ½”) nails at a typical nail spacing and 6d (2 ½”) nails at the same spacing is a factor of about two times stronger.
Roof-to-Wall: This is another critical connection that keeps the roof on the building and acts to transfer the uplift loads into the vertical walls. This connection is KEY to the performance of the building due to the large negative pressures acting on the roof.
Secondary Water Resistance: Material applied to the roof covering to prevent water from intruding into the structure when the roof covering fails. Roof coverings often begin to peel off in peak wind gusts ranging from 70 to 100 mph.
Roof Shape: Roof shape refers to the geometry of the roof. There are many common roof shapes in residential construction, including gable, hip, and flat (and many possible combinations). Some roof slopes and configurations perform better than others. Moderate roof slopes don’t tend to uplift the roof and push the building sideways and hip roofs provides greater stability during high winds regardless of which direction the wind blows. *A HIP shaped roof receives the largest insurance discount. This may help a protective home buyer consider which home to buy.
Opening Protection: Openings in the wall and roof include windows, doors, sliding glass doors, skylights, and garage doors. Openings are vulnerable to wind-borne debris impacts in hurricanes and other windstorms. The protection of openings is perhaps the greatest single loss mitigation strategy for a building. The reason for this is that once a window or door fails the pressure inside of the structure increases due to the breach in the building envelope. Thus, putting all openings in an overload situation; resulting in additional failures. The inspector is looking for glazed (glass) openings with specific ratings and or shutters protecting them.

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Open House on Labor Day Weekend | 6971 Corley Ave Windermere FL 34786

Open House on Labor Day Weekend | 6971 Corley Ave Windermere FL 34786
 

Open House scheduled for Saturday, Sunday and Monday, September 2, 2017 to September 4, 2014 from 12pm to 2pm.
Please stop by and tour this beautiful home that shows like a sample home. This home is located in Windermere FL 34786 and is in Windermere Terrace Community.
This home is zoned for the Windermere High School. This just had a price reduction of $7,500 and the new price of home is $387,500. This home is zoned for the Windermere High School.

6971 CORLEY AVE, WINDERMERE, FL 34786 (MLS # O5525776)
(all data current as of 8/31/2017)

View Virtual Tour

Price
$387,500

Beds
4

Baths
3 baths

Home size
2,885 sq ft

Lot Size

6,534 sqft

Days on Market
42

Status
Active

Stunning and immaculate Windermere Terrace home with 4 bedrooms, and 2.5 baths. Home is zoned for Windermere High School, Bridgewater Middle School and Sunset Park Elementary. Home features include newly installed Solar Panels, Water Softener, and Custom built TV unit with Cabinets and Fireplace in Great room. Home has a nice open floor plan with a guest bedroom on the first floor. Large Dining area with crown molding and 18 inch tile floors. Kitchen features granite counters, food preparation island with sink area, and a second island for your prepared food. Stainless-steel appliances with 36 inch staggered birch cabinets and walk in pantry and tiled back splash. Office with desk and cabinets with a drop station bench and storage bins when you come in from the two-car garage. 
Second floor includes a very large Loft/Bonus room. Master Bedroom suite comes with tray ceiling, with shower, bath tub, two sinks and a big walking closet. Two more Bedrooms with a Laundry room, cabinets and sink. Large screened in-Lanai with a fenced in back yard. Home features a large array of solar panels to help you with your energy bill. Electric bill is less than $100 per month. Windermere Terrace offers a community pool and walking path for the community. Home offers easy access to the 429, CR 535, Florida turnpike, the 408 and I-4. Located within 10 minutes to Walt Disney World parks and about 25 minutes to Universal and Sea World. Easy to show.



Property Type(s): Single Family

Last Updated
8/23/2017
Tract
WINDERMERE TERRACE

Year Built
2014
Community
Windermere

Garage Spaces
n/a
County
Orange

Total Parking
n/a

Price History

Prior to Jul 21, '17
$395,000

Jul 21, '17 - Today
$387,500

Schools

Elementary School
Sunset Park Elem

Jr. High School
Bridgewater Middle

High School
Windermere High School

Additional Details

Lot
6534 sq ft
Area
Windermere

HOA Dues
67.00; Monthly
Pool Description
Community

Stories
2
Subdivision
WINDERMERE TERRACE

Taxes
$5263.00
Utilities
Cable Connected,Electric,Public Municipal Water,Public Sewer

Zoning
P-D
Lot Dimensions
65 X 100

Features

Air
Central, Zoned/Multiple

Air Conditioning
Yes

Appliances
Dishwasher, Disposal, Hot Water Electric, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Water Soften

Basement
Foundation: Slab

Construction
Stucco

Exterior
Fenced

Fireplace
Yes

Garage
2 Car Garage, Yes

Heat
Central, Heat Pump

Interior
Attic, Blinds/Shades, Built in Features, Ceiling Fan(S), Crown Molding, In Wall Pest System, Smoke Alarm(S)

LotDescription
In City Limits, Sidewalk, Street Paved

Pool
Yes

Location

Listing information deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Read full disclaimer.
Listed with COLDWELL BANKER RESIDENTIAL RE
(view all details for MLS #O5525776)

//

 
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Coldwell Banker Residential Real Estate – Happy 111 Years

Coldwell Banker Residential Real Estate – 111 Years
Bringing families home! Happy Birthday

Coldwell Banker Residential Real Estate Happy Birthday 111 years

The post Coldwell Banker Residential Real Estate – Happy 111 Years appeared first on Orlando Florida.

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Market Watch Update Week of August 28, 2017

Market Watch Update Week of August 28, 2017
 

Week of August 28, 2017

Mortgage Market Commentary
As the summer of 2017 heads into its final week, mortgage rates continue what has begun to feel like a long vigilant watch for either accelerating economic growth or increasing economic pressure. As we wait, rates have drifted very slowly down from last November’s spike upward. The week ended with the annual meeting of economic heavyweights in Jacksons Hole, WY. During some years, the words from central bank leaders have rocked markets. This year, we didn’t even get a fizzle. No surprises were expected and none were delivered. Many of our trading partners are in the same boat. We certainly shouldn’t complain about years of economic improvement, but the slow rate of growth is frustrating for those who would like to see their economies improving at a more rapid pace.
The week features many significant economic reports on employment, inflation, and manufacturing. If all the big reports can generate better-than-expected results, then rates might move upward. But the tragic events in Texas and potential economic impact may help hold rates from rising very much.

 

David Joyce
Senior Loan Officer | NMLS# 546401
Office: 407-247-4153
Cell:
[email protected]

This is not a commitment to lend. Loan programs, rates and terms subject to change without notice and are subject to property and credit approval. For informational purposes only. Restrictions may apply. Equal Housing Lender. PHH Home Loans, LLC d/b/a Sunbelt Lending Services, 300 South Park Place Boulevard, Suite 150, Clearwater, FL 33759. NMLS ID # 4256 (www.nmlsconsumeraccess.org). Georgia Residential Mortgage Licensee #20292. New GRA Email Address This email was sent by: Sunbelt Lending Services 211 East Colonial Drive Orlando, FL 32801

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Are Child Care Expenses Affecting Home Buying?

There is no doubt about it: children are expensive. According to a report from the Department of Agriculture, it costs an average of $233,610, or $13,000 a year, to raise a child from birth to age 17 in the United States. That expense may impact many families’ housing decisions, and so the National Association of REALTORS®’ 2017 Moving With Kids Report explored how children affect the home buying process.

Twenty-two percent of buyers with children said child care expenses delayed the process of buying a home.

When the home buying process is underway, those child care expenses still have an influence, forcing buyers with children to make compromises on the home they purchase. Twenty-six percent of buyers compromised on the price of the home, 25 percent on the style of home and 24 percent on the size of the home.

Check out the entire report here to learn more about the different purchasing and selling habits of those with children at home compared to those without.

from homes and style https://narnewsline.blogs.realtor.org/2017/09/01/are-childcare-expenses-affecting-home-buying/

Instant Reaction: August Jobs Report

The following is NAR Chief Economist Lawrence Yun’s reaction to this morning’s U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics on the employment situation in August:
“Job creation in July was a bit light at 156,000. The unemployment rate is very low, but has not yet meaningfully forced up wages. It has been a humdrum economy so far this year, seesawing between good to tolerable, yet certainly not great. Nonetheless, the 12-month job gains total still tops 2 million, and that will likely grow household formation and home buying demand. The job figures in July assures that interest rates will remain low for a longer period.”

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Open House on Labor Day Weekend | 6971 Corley Ave Windermere FL 34786

Open House on Labor Day Weekend | 6971 Corley Ave Windermere FL 34786
 

Open House scheduled for Saturday, Sunday and Monday, September 2, 2017 to September 4, 2014 from 12pm to 2pm.
Please stop by and tour this beautiful home that shows like a sample home. This home is located in Windermere FL 34786 and is in Windermere Terrace Community.
This home is zoned for the Windermere High School. This just had a price reduction of $7,500 and the new price of home is $387,500. This home is zoned for the Windermere High School.

6971 CORLEY AVE, WINDERMERE, FL 34786 (MLS # O5525776)
(all data current as of 8/31/2017)

View Virtual Tour

Price
$387,500

Beds
4

Baths
3 baths

Home size
2,885 sq ft

Lot Size

6,534 sqft

Days on Market
42

Status
Active

Stunning and immaculate Windermere Terrace home with 4 bedrooms, and 2.5 baths. Home is zoned for Windermere High School, Bridgewater Middle School and Sunset Park Elementary. Home features include newly installed Solar Panels, Water Softener, and Custom built TV unit with Cabinets and Fireplace in Great room. Home has a nice open floor plan with a guest bedroom on the first floor. Large Dining area with crown molding and 18 inch tile floors. Kitchen features granite counters, food preparation island with sink area, and a second island for your prepared food. Stainless-steel appliances with 36 inch staggered birch cabinets and walk in pantry and tiled back splash. Office with desk and cabinets with a drop station bench and storage bins when you come in from the two-car garage. 
Second floor includes a very large Loft/Bonus room. Master Bedroom suite comes with tray ceiling, with shower, bath tub, two sinks and a big walking closet. Two more Bedrooms with a Laundry room, cabinets and sink. Large screened in-Lanai with a fenced in back yard. Home features a large array of solar panels to help you with your energy bill. Electric bill is less than $100 per month. Windermere Terrace offers a community pool and walking path for the community. Home offers easy access to the 429, CR 535, Florida turnpike, the 408 and I-4. Located within 10 minutes to Walt Disney World parks and about 25 minutes to Universal and Sea World. Easy to show.



Property Type(s): Single Family

Last Updated
8/23/2017
Tract
WINDERMERE TERRACE

Year Built
2014
Community
Windermere

Garage Spaces
n/a
County
Orange

Total Parking
n/a

Price History

Prior to Jul 21, '17
$395,000

Jul 21, '17 - Today
$387,500

Schools

Elementary School
Sunset Park Elem

Jr. High School
Bridgewater Middle

High School
Windermere High School

Additional Details

Lot
6534 sq ft
Area
Windermere

HOA Dues
67.00; Monthly
Pool Description
Community

Stories
2
Subdivision
WINDERMERE TERRACE

Taxes
$5263.00
Utilities
Cable Connected,Electric,Public Municipal Water,Public Sewer

Zoning
P-D
Lot Dimensions
65 X 100

Features

Air
Central, Zoned/Multiple

Air Conditioning
Yes

Appliances
Dishwasher, Disposal, Hot Water Electric, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Water Soften

Basement
Foundation: Slab

Construction
Stucco

Exterior
Fenced

Fireplace
Yes

Garage
2 Car Garage, Yes

Heat
Central, Heat Pump

Interior
Attic, Blinds/Shades, Built in Features, Ceiling Fan(S), Crown Molding, In Wall Pest System, Smoke Alarm(S)

LotDescription
In City Limits, Sidewalk, Street Paved

Pool
Yes

Location

Listing information deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Read full disclaimer.
Listed with COLDWELL BANKER RESIDENTIAL RE
(view all details for MLS #O5525776)

//

 
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Is An Auction Wise for Your Client?

If you're trying to enhance your image as a full-service real estate pro, auctions should be a part of your business. Here's how to tell whether an auction is the right move for your client. 

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Infographic: 10 Benefits of Selling by Auction

Could auction be the right way to sell your property? Learn ten advantages that an auction can provide.
Download this infographic (PNG: 692 KB)

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Freddie Mac's Response on Short Sale Auction Pilot Program

Read Freddie Mac's letter to NAR, which seeks to clarify the execution of its short sales auction pilot program.

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Bid for More Business

Online auctions are opening up vast opportunities for buyers and their agents.

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Short Sales Lose Favor With Lenders?

As home prices rise, lenders are showing less willingness to grant short sales.

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Wind Mitigation Inspections

Wind Mitigation Inspections

WIND MITIGATION INSPECTIONS

Wind Mitigation Inspections

Florida is well known for all of the damage caused during our stormy seasons. The power of wind can burst open windows, doors, split open walls, creating and increasing uplift forces on the roof. Once the wind breaks open any part of the home, wind and water will enter and damage to the interior escalates dramatically.
Homeowner’s insurance companies offer premium discounts based on a home’s level of wind resistance. These wind mitigation inspections are used to determine whether specific protective reinforcements are in place, therefore decreasing the amount of damage your home may receive during a hurricane or strong storm. A home with these features is less likely to incur costly repairs during a “high wind event” which saves the insurance company money.
What is Wind Loss Mitigation? Mitigation is the act of making a condition less severe. Therefore wind loss mitigation is the act of minimizing loss that might be caused by wind damage to your home.
History Behind the Credits
After the devastating 2004 Hurricane season many Florida based insurance companies were forced to increase premiums due the substantial losses they occurred. The Florida Legislature saw the rising premiums as a problem for Floridians so they agreed that if homeowners made steps to make their homes more secure from wind loss, they should be rewarded by a reduction in insurance premium.
So How Do I Get the Credits?
In order to get credits you must have a Wind Mitigation report completed by a licensed inspector. Many people believe that their Homeowners carrier is responsible for paying for the report, but that is not the case. That being said, the mitigation report usually pays for itself within the first year, with prices ranging from $70 – $125. These prices are typically reduced if you purchase another report from the inspector, such as a 4-point inspection.
Make Sure You Request the 2012 Form!
Most carriers are now requiring that the Wind Mitigation Report to be on the 2012 form. If you have an older form, you will most likely have to get a new mitigation completed to apply for credits.
Premium Credits for Wind Mitigation Construction Features
Roof Age: If your roof was replaced on or after March of 2002, it most likely is eligible for the Florida Building Code of 2001 credit. This code required contractors to use improved construction techniques, thus making roofs sounder.
Roof Covering: Common types include shingles, clay tiles, metal, and built-up-tar and gravel. The key factor in roof covering performance is the method of attachment of the roof covering to the roof deck. This feature must meet or be equivalent to the Florida Building Code which has specific material and attachment specifications which are superior to building practices in the past.
Roof Deck Material & Attachments: The method used to connect the roof decking (plywood, metal panels, etc.) to the roof trusses or rafters. The performance of the roof deck is of critical importance in keeping hurricane losses to a minimum. This is usually achieved by nail fasteners. Nail size, type, spacing, and penetration depth into the truss or rafters determines the uplift resistance of the deck. The difference in uplift capacity of 8d (2 ½”) nails at a typical nail spacing and 6d (2 ½”) nails at the same spacing is a factor of about two times stronger.
Roof-to-Wall: This is another critical connection that keeps the roof on the building and acts to transfer the uplift loads into the vertical walls. This connection is KEY to the performance of the building due to the large negative pressures acting on the roof.
Secondary Water Resistance: Material applied to the roof covering to prevent water from intruding into the structure when the roof covering fails. Roof coverings often begin to peel off in peak wind gusts ranging from 70 to 100 mph.
Roof Shape: Roof shape refers to the geometry of the roof. There are many common roof shapes in residential construction, including gable, hip, and flat (and many possible combinations). Some roof slopes and configurations perform better than others. Moderate roof slopes don’t tend to uplift the roof and push the building sideways and hip roofs provides greater stability during high winds regardless of which direction the wind blows. *A HIP shaped roof receives the largest insurance discount. This may help a protective home buyer consider which home to buy.
Opening Protection: Openings in the wall and roof include windows, doors, sliding glass doors, skylights, and garage doors. Openings are vulnerable to wind-borne debris impacts in hurricanes and other windstorms. The protection of openings is perhaps the greatest single loss mitigation strategy for a building. The reason for this is that once a window or door fails the pressure inside of the structure increases due to the breach in the building envelope. Thus, putting all openings in an overload situation; resulting in additional failures. The inspector is looking for glazed (glass) openings with specific ratings and or shutters protecting them.

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