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Is South Florida Real Estate A Good Investment?

Is buying a home a good investment?  Should I instead put my money in the stock market that seems to be rebounding?  These are all questions that potential buyers are pondering as they sit on the real estate fence concerned if their real estate investment could be a profitable investment.

I recently read an article by MSN Money.com that studied the period from the beginning of 2000 to the end of 2010 of the stock market versus the real estate market.  Above, please see their chart proving that real estate is the best long term investment.

If you would have invested $100,000 of your hard earned money in the Dow in 2000, you would have lost $5,000 and now be left with $95,000.  Think that is upsetting, then take a look at the S&P 500.  If you would have invested that same $100,000 in the S&P 500 in 2000, you would have taken a $20,000 loss and be left with only $80,000.  Worst of the bunch would have been the NASDAQ.  Invest your $100,000 inheritance in technology stocks, and you would have lost 40% of your money and only have $60,000 left to show for.

But despite all of the media buzz of the crash in the national real estate market in the past five years, if you would have taken the $100,000 and invested in the real estate property in January of 2000, you would have made $50,000 by the end of 2009 and have $150,000 in your pocket.

Of course, real estate is not like the stock market!  If you are looking for a quick return on your investment, then real estate is not for you.  But, if you are looking for a long-term investment with excellent returns, real estate is and always will be the best return on your investment for you and your family.

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If you are interested in buying or selling a real estate property in Parkland, please give us a call at 954-609-0591 or send a note to the squawk.

What Parkland Home Can I Buy For Around $500,000?

Many of our clients and subscribers to our website are asking how far their money can go for a Parkland home.  As a result, below, you will find five active properties that are priced around the $500,000 mark.

Heron Bay: The Glen
8076 NW 111th Terrace
5 Beds / 3 Baths
2,878 Square Feet

Amazing 5 Br/3Bth/2Cg Pool & Spa Lakefront Home In The Heart Of Heron Bay On Corner Cul-De-Sac Lot. Upgrades Included Fully Udated Kitchen With Stainless Steel Appliances, Granite Countertops & Upgraded Cabinets.  Triple-Split Floor Plan.
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The Landings At Parkland
6010 NW 99TH AV
4 Beds / 3 Baths
2,709 Square Feet

Breathtaking Lake Views, Home In Excellent Condition! Brand New S-Tile Roof, Newer A/C Unit, Newer Appliances, Accordion Hurricane Shutters, Master Bed Features 3 Walk-In Closets, Diamonbrited Pool.
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Heron Bay The Reserve
11522 NW 75TH Manor
5 Beds / 3 Baths
2,720 Square Feet

Totally Turn Key, Impeccable 1 Story home on An Oversized Cul-De-Sac-Lot With Plenty Of Room For A Pool, Upgraded Kitchen With 42′ Cabinets, Granite Countertops, Hurricane Shutters, Crown Molding, Lush Landscaping.
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Parkland Isles
6372 NW 108th Terrace
5 Beds / 3 Baths
2,671 Square Feet
Pool & Lake

Magnificent Lakefront Home With 125′ Of Lake Front Footage. Grand Foyer Entrance With 12′ ceilings, Upgraded Kitchen With 42′ Cabinets, Crown Molding, Granite Counters, 18′ Stone Tile Throughout Living Area, Screened In Patio, Heated Pool & Spa.
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If you are interested in viewing any of these homes or any other Parkland homes for sales, please give us a call at 954-609-0591 or email us at Michael@ParklandParrot.com. Please click here to view all of the available Parkland homes on the market.

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Realtors Do Not Just Sell Real Estate

In today’s economic uncertainty where the public is dealing with failed businesses, health issues, and job losses, it can be more difficult to operate as a real estate professional.  When you think of a real estate agent, you may think that we just help people buy and sell properties.  But, the real estate profession has also gone through dramatic changes over the past few years.  There is much more that goes into being a real estate professional than just helping people buy and sell.

In the current real estate market, many of our clients are experiencing hardship such as a divorce, death in the family, or recent job loss.  As a real estate consultant, we have to be patient and help our clients throughout the entire process.  Many times we have to put on our psychology hats and really listen to our clients current situation and help them make the best life decision, which may not only be a real estate issue.

When clients do not return phone calls or sometimes do not value our time, we now take a step back and remember that their actions may not have anything to do with real estate.  There are many personal issues that seem to arise during the process of buying or selling that may result in our clients becoming frustrated or emotional.  As real estate consultants, we do not always know what is going on behind closed doors.

As a result, we must not take it personally and only think about ME.  Instead, our team takes a different approach that involves a WE relationship with our clients.  We understand that buying or selling a home is a team effort no matter how you look at it.  We must have a very personable relationship with our clients and be accessible throughout the entire process in order for our clients to feel as comfortable as humanly possible.

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If you are interested in buying or selling a real estate property in Parkland, please give us a call at 954-609-0591 or send a note to the squawk.

Top 7 Questions Sellers Must Ask When Interviewing A Realtor

We have received a lot of inquiries from potential sellers in regards to asking the right questions when interviewing a Realtor.  I posted an article: 23 Questions Sellers Must Ask When Interviewing A Realtor.

In the following video, Realtor Michael Citron of the Parkland Parrot Real Estate Team at RE/MAX discusses the top 7 of the 23 most important questions all potential sellers should use when interviewing the right agent for the job of selling your home. Watch the video below:

Please visit the following link to view the rest of the 23 questions:

23 Questions Sellers Must Ask When Interviewing A Realtor

We Just Sold 2 Parkland Pine Tree Estates Homes

Calling All Parkland Homeowners & Potential  Home Sellers!

The Parkland Parrot Real Estate Team Did It Again!  We just sold two Pine Tree Estates homes for top market dollar!  Ask your neighbors who is REALLY selling in Parkland!

6213 N.W. 63rd Way, Parkland Pine Tree Estates: $899,000

Stunning 5 Beds/5 Baths Pool Home, 5,200 Sq. Ft. Under A/C, Newer Kitchen w/Wood Mode Cabinets, Granite Counters, Island, Separate Bar w/Granite Counters, Billiard Room/Cinema Room, Separate Guest Suite w/Kitchen & Separate Bed & Full Bath, Private Master Spa With Jetted Tub & Separate Large Shower, Italian Marble Floors & Counters,  Spacious Pool & Spa, Lush Landscaping.

George & Marlene S:  “Awesome job! Couldn’t ask for better service & results!  Michael & Rosy got the deal done & handled the entire process with pure professionalism.”

5741 N.W. 66th Way, Parkland Pine Tree Estates: $500,000

Short Sale Listing! Over 3+ Acres That Can Be Subdividable Into 2 Parcels, 7 Bedrooms, 4.5 Bathrooms, New Roof, Heated Pool, Bring Your Horses! 2 Stall Barn & Tack Room, Lots Of Space To Build On With Endless Possibilities, Huge Bedrooms & Bathrooms, Wood Burning Fireplace, Great Investment.

Diane W: “I am extremely thankful for Rosy and Michael’s hard work and dedication to getting my home sold.  They are go-getters and truly available 24-7 whenever I had a question.  I strongly recommend them to anyone looking to sell.”

We would like to thank our Parkland sellers for entrusting our services!  We truly love what we do.  If you are thinking about selling your home, or know someone looking to sell, please give us a call at 954-609-0591 or send a note to the squawk.

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