Apollo Beach Category

Brandon Florida YMCA Holds Fund Raiser

November 12th, 2008 Categories: Apollo Beach, Bloomingdale, Brandon Community, Brandon Real Estate, FishHawk, Riverhills, Riverview

The Brandon Area YMCA presents……

 

Take a trip Down Under at the 2008 Corks & Forks fundraising event, to be held poolside on November 22 from 7-10pm at the Campo Family YMCA’s new Family Fun Pool, the event will feature wines and beer from Australia and New Zealand, as well as delicious tastes from a selection of local restaurants.

During the event, guests will enjoy live and silent auctions with exciting items including several beach condos, autographed sports memorabilia, unique gift baskets, and more. Guests will enjoy Australian themed décor and entertainment while mingling on the pool decks surrounding the pools.

Tickets are $50 for YMCA members and $75 for non-members. All proceeds benefit the YMCA’s Building Strong Kids Campaign, which helps make YMCA participation possible for children and families in the Brandon area regardless of their financial circumstances.

 

This is a great cause, so get out and support it if you can.

 

Rick Frissell ~ Diamond Dwellings Realty

For any of your real estate needs, please give us a call.   813-653-1241

YMCA Building Strong Kids Campaign

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Apollo Beach, FL Best Condo/Town Home Buys

November 11th, 2008 Categories: Apollo Beach

Diamond Dwellings Best Buys

There are currently  29 condos and town homes for sale in the Apollo Beach Area between $70,000. And $700,000. Some are foreclosures,  and some are regular condos for sale.  We have done the research for you to identify what Diamond Dwellings Realty believes are three of the Best Buys currently on the market in this area.

The criteria we used were cost per sq. ft. of living area (heated/AC), condition, amenities and neighborhood.  None of these homes are short sales, just bargains.  If you don’t see any that interest you, please give us a call. We will be happy to do an MLS search with your exact wants and needs. 

MLS# T2332648, Apollo Beach, List Price: $189,900, $80.81 Per Sq Ft

3 BR 2/1 Bath  Sq Ft Heated: 2,350 Built: 2005- Townhouse This 3/2.5 with 2 car garage townhome is in a gated resort-style community. Amenities include pool, grill area, private elevator and water access to Tampa Bay. This home is in excellent condition and priced below market!  Call today!  813-391-6121  

  

 

MLS# T2339250 APOLLO BEACH, List Price: $250,000, $94.45 Per Sq Ft   

3 BR 2.5 Baths,  2,647 SqFt Heated:, Year Built: 2005  Townhouse

Paved Bank Owned and ready to close! ****NOT a Short Sale***** End unit townhouse in gated waterfront community. LIKE NEW… 3 Bedroom, 2.5 Bath, 2 car garage in Mirabay. Loaded with upgrades. Custom gourmet kitchen with granite countertops and stainless steel appliances. Hardwood floors, vaulted ceilings, upstairs bonus room, and private patio. If you like this one Call today!  813-391-6121  

 

 

MLS# T2329328, Apollo Beach, List Price: $239,900, $102.09 Per Sq Ft  

3 BR 2.5 Baths, 2,350 Sq Ft Heated,  Year Built: 2005, Townhouse End Unit

Located at the gateway to paradise!  Luxury townhome in waterfront community.  3 stories with elevator.  Complex has community pool, docks with deep water, access to Tampa Bay.  Electronic control gated/fenced security.  Call Rick Frissell today!  813-391-6121  

If you don’t see any that interest you, please give us a call. We will be happy to do an MLS search with your exact wants and needs. 

Diamond Dwellings Realty

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The Devil’s is in the Details: Closing Escrow

November 10th, 2008 Categories: Apollo Beach, Bloomingdale, Brandon Community, Brandon Real Estate, FishHawk, Riverhills, Riverview

  

  The final phase of purchasing a home is called closing escrow or “The   Closing” as real estate agents call it.  The closing has six steps leading to the completion of the process.  All of these steps are important and they are as follows: 

 

 STEP #1  Opening the Title Order 

An “escrow” or “sales” contract (agreement to purchase) starts the process.

STEP #2  Processing the File

Processing the file is when tax information, loan payoffs, survey if necessary, homeowner/maintenance fees, inspections/reports, and hazard and other insurances as well as legal papers are ordered and title commitments/preliminary reports are reviewed and sent out. Read the rest of this entry »

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“Ride for Ron” 2nd Annual Memorial Ride

November 3rd, 2008 Categories: Apollo Beach, Bloomingdale, Brandon Community, Brandon Real Estate, FishHawk, Riverhills, Riverview

2nd Annual  

Memorial Ride for Sgt. Ron Harrison (HCSO)

Killed in the Line of Duty

 

Saturday, November 8th, 2008

To Benefit MADD Hillsborough County

Presented by Blue Knights Florida XXVII

Harley-Davidson/Buell of Brandon

Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino

Beef O’Brady’s of Seffner

Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office

USF Police Department

Plant City Police Department

Note: Passengers ride for Free!!!

Tee Shirts will be available (Limited Quantity)

Bring Registration and Fees/Contributions to:
Harley-Davidson/Buell of Brandon, 9841 Adamo Drive (Hwy. 60), Brandon, Florida.

  Registration Fee $35.00

Kickstands up at 5:00 p.m.

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Halloween Tips and Reminders

October 31st, 2008 Categories: Apollo Beach, Bloomingdale, Brandon Community, FishHawk, Riverhills, Riverview

  
  

Trick-or-Treaters

  • Carry a flashlight
  • Walk, don’t run.
  • Stay on Sidewalks
  • Obey traffic signals
  • Stay in familiar neighborhoods
  • Don’t cut across yards or  driveways.
  • Wear a watch you can read in the dark.
  • Make sure costumes don’t drag on the ground.
  • Shoes should fit (even if they don’t go with your costume)
  • Avoid wearing masks while walking from house to house.
  • Carry only flexible knives, swords or other props.
  • If no sidewalk, walk on the left side of the road facing traffic
  • Wear clothing with reflective markings or tape.
  • Approach only houses that are lit.
  • Stay away from and don’t pet animals you don’t know.

Parents
 
  •  Take a cell phone, a flashlight and a watch.
  • Make your child eat dinner before setting out.
  • Children should carry quarters so they can call home.
  • Ideally, young children of any age should be accompanied by an adult.
  • If your children go on their own, be sure they wear a watch.
  • If you buy a costume, look for one made of flame-retardant material.
  • Older children should know where to reach you and when to be home.
  • You should know where they’re going.
  • Tell children to bring the candy home to be inspected before consuming anything.
  • Look at the wrapping carefully and toss out anything that looks suspect.

Have a great time with the kids, but be safe.

Rick Frissell- Diamond Dwellings Realty

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Tampa Florida- USF Bulls Club Investing In The Future

October 30th, 2008 Categories: Apollo Beach, Bloomingdale, Brandon Community, Brandon Real Estate, FishHawk, Riverhills, Riverview

 

The University of South Florida Bulls Club is a community  of alumni and friends who are investing in the future of the USF Bulls.  Their goal is to position USF varsity sports to compete for national championships, as well as to become a model program on all levels of that gauge Division I athletic success.  This is measured by titles, trophies, and championships on the field, and by graduating student athletes and generating positive publicity and exposure for the institution off of it. 

Fielding  teams that are properly equipped and prepared to compete at their best is an expensive process. Funding the scholarships necessary to not only stay competitive, but also keep the valuable time of student-athletes focused on academics and athletics, is costly as well. The generous support we receive from alumni and friends who invest in the Bulls has been the lifeblood of our rapid growth.

It’s a great time to be a Bull, so please use the links below to join our learn more about membership in the USF Athletics family!

CLICK Here to:   Join the Bulls Club or Learn More 

Click Here for:   USF Bulls Old #8 Fight Song     

Dave Tipton- Go Bulls!!!

 

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7 Rules for Selling Your Home Fast in a Down Market

October 24th, 2008 Categories: Apollo Beach, Bloomingdale, Brandon Real Estate, FishHawk, Riverhills, Riverview

Everyone knows the troubles the real estate market has suffered over the past couple of years.  Most folks have stayed clear of the market unless they absolutely had to move.  If you truly want to move or must move, here are seven rules that I have found will help in selling your home quickly in any real estate market:
Price the home properly.  Buyers search by price range. Positioning your property in the highest range decreases the likelihood people will see it.  A middle of the range price will attract more buyers than one at the highest level.  

Have information available. Deals fall apart when the buyer has unanswered questions. Work with the seller to have key information available, including cost of utilities and taxes, neighborhood liens and covenants, and an evaluation of the schools.

Insist on an excellent flyer. A well thought out and informative flyer with multiple photos get’s peoples attention. People are much more likely to pick up and read a flyer than they are to call the number on the “For Sale” sign.
Use a Realtor who utilizes videos to market your home.  While a virtual tour is better than a couple of still photos, home buyers are increasingly interested in seeing a video tour of their prospective new home.  These can be used in various marketing campaigns including websites, Blogs and e-mail.Market to your neighbors.
Market to people who live in the same neighborhood.  The odds are, if they like the neighborhood, they may want their friends or relatives to live close by and could influence them to by your home.
Offer creative financing if practical.  Many home buyers these days are finding money and or financing is a large stumbling block in buying a home. If you are in a position to offer down payment or owner-financing consider it.
Be prepared to except a purchase offer.   In the reality of today’s real estate market, holding out for a better offer may be a big mistake if the offer is reasonable.  Remember, a bird in the hand beats two in the bush.
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Third Annual Sugar Plum Fairy Tea

October 24th, 2008 Categories: Apollo Beach, Bloomingdale, Brandon Community, Brandon Real Estate, FishHawk, Riverhills, Riverview

Presented by the Brandon Ballet Nov. 2nd

The Brandon Ballet has planned a magical afternoon for you for the showing of the Sugar Plum Fairy Tea.  You will not want to miss this opportunity to meet the Sugar Plum Fairy, Snow Queen, Arabian Princess and Company Dancers!

Two Seatings: 1-3 PM and 4-6 PM

Tickets: $25 Adults, $20 Students 17 & Younger

Sunday November 2, 2008

River Hills Country Club - 3943 New River Hills Parkway - Valrico, FL

Call Brandon Ballet for tickets at 813-684-4282 to order via VISA/MC or visit their office at 161 East Bloomingdale Ave., Brandon. Office hours are M-F 10 a.m. - 2 p.m., M-Th 3:30 - 5 p.m., Sat. 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. At the Tea make sure you visit our “Nutcracker Gift Shoppe” for Early Holiday shopping! Special items for Brandon Ballet’s 15th Anniversary Celebration, as well as beautiful novelties and Nutcracker shirts, Nutcracker tickets and more, will be available for purchase!

Rick Frissell-   Diamond Dwellings Realty

Real Estate Agent in Brandon, Hillsborough County, Florida

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Tampa Bay on Top of the World- Hosting World Series

October 20th, 2008 Categories: Apollo Beach, Bloomingdale, Brandon Community, Brandon Real Estate, FishHawk, Riverhills, Riverview

 Celebration Time!

The Tampa Bay Rays are going to the World Series after MVP Matt Garza shut down the Red Sox and the Rays clinch their first American League pennant after winning, 3-1, in ALCS Game 7. 

This miracle season began with the Rays old school manager Joe Maddon, who taught a new kind of math. 9 = 8.  Nine players playing hard for nine innings every day gets one of eight playoff spots. The Rays accepted the challenge and proved the equation was correct.

It’s time to party, so to celebrate the Tampa Bay Rays’ first American League pennant, the city of St. Petersburg is throwing a fan rally from 5:30 p.m. to about 9 today at The Pier. 

The free bash will feature live entertainment, face painting and games while The Pier is illuminated in Rays blue. Free Rayhawks will be shorn into the heads of die-hard fans, and continuous video clips of the Rays’ season will be shown.  The Rays organization will hand out promotional giveaways, video games and more. The St. Petersburg Pier restaurants, bars and merchants will be open.

Congratulations and keep up the great work Rays.

Rick Frissell- Diamond Dwellings Realty

Real Estate Agent in Brandon, Hillsborough County, Florida

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Local Realtor Group Helps Guardian ad Litem

October 12th, 2008 Categories: Apollo Beach, Bloomingdale, Brandon Community, Brandon Real Estate, FishHawk, Riverhills, Riverview

There’s no time like the present to get involved with the Guardian ad Litem program and help out an abused or neglected child. Guardians ad Litem are volunteers who stand up for the rights of children who find themselves shuffling through the child welfare system. And in Hillsborough County, thousands of children are waiting for their voice to be heard. These are the children you hear about from time to time in the news - children whose parents have allegedly beaten, abandoned and subjected them to pain no human should suffer.

The Greater Tampa Association of Realtors (GTAR) strives once again this year to make the upcoming holidays better for some local kids that otherwise might not have a Christmas holiday.  The local Realtor group is asking for donations of Target or Walmart gift cards as gifts for some of these children. Cash is also cheerfully accepted.

To make a donation, either e-mail or call Lisa Semeyn at GTAR Lisa@GTAR.Net or 813-902-9300.

You can help children who’ve suffered at the hands of those who are supposed to love and care for them.

Check Out Guardian Ad Litem: https://www.vfcgal.org/aboutgal.htm

Dave Tipton, Broker- Diamond Dwellings Realty

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