This beautiful 2 story 4 bedroom 3 bath ranch home offers a split plan with large master suite, breakfast nook, and garden tub.  A large detached 2 car garage and office make this home really special - it is spacious enough to fit anyone’s needs! With ceramic tile and berber carpet throughout the home this house is both elegant and practical. Located on a huge 1.7 acre wooded lot, this property is great for anyone who wants both privacy and space! Nice country living within a short drive of Gainesville and just minutes from Bronson and Archer for Restaurants and shopping.

Seller has Ownership interest in Champ City Realty.

This condominium features a Basketball Court, exercise room, Swimming pool, jacuzzi hot tub, paid exterior maintenance, lawn service, and hazard insurance!  Located on multiple bus routes and has tons of available parking! Located near UF and Shands this condo is perfect for any student, investor or first time buyer!

This is a short sale. Unit is in the newest building in Countryside and currently has 2 tenants.  The 4 bed 4 bath lay out is great for room mates!

Newly constructed 2BR/2BA on ground floor in The Oaks. This home features flat oak cabinets, granite counter tops, brush nickel lighting, alarm system, screened porch, and all appliances including washer & dryer. Great location near UF, on 3 bus routes, near shopping & restaurants on Newberry Road. Walk to Oaks Mall, Gainesville’s best restaurants, and more! This is a great buy for a student or investor! It is easy to rent and in a great location for anyone going to UF, SFC, or working in or around the mall.

Nice Quiet area just a short bus ride to UF, Veterinary and Medical schools.  Less than 1 mile from UF!  Townhouse is a bargain at less than $100K. Vacant and Easy to show. This is a nice townhouse in a quiet area. Bus stop for RTS is steps from the front door. Seller will pay one years association dues.

1. Poison Control: 1-800-222-1222
2. GRU – Gainesville Regional Utilities: 352-334-3600
3. Code Enforcement: 352-334-5030
4. Animal Control Services: 352-264-6870
5. RTS City Bus Schedules: 352-334-2600
6. Children and Families: 352-955-5017
7. Public Works: 352-334-5074
8. School Board: 352-955-7300
9. Parks and Recreation: 352-344-5067

Police Department

1. Emergency: 911
2. Noise Complaints: 352-955-1818
3. Non-emergency: 352-955-1818
4. Shift Sergeant: 352-334-2424

Principals for the two companies are:

Champ City Realty, Inc. D & R Construction Services, Inc.

Douglas L. McElroy, President and Broker David E. Durden, President and Lic. GC, Roofer

David E. Durden, VP Gregory D. Roberts, VP

Gregory D. Roberts, SEC

David E. Durden and Gregory D. Roberts are not licensed real estate agents or real estate brokers and may only be involved in a real estate transaction when they have an ownership or builders interest in the property being sold or developed.

1. Is it a good investment? One rule of thumb: plan on owning at least two years.
2. If paying cash, get a proof of funds letter. If financing, get pre-qualified. This is done by calling a bank or mortgage broker and telling them of your interest in buying. They can usually pre-qualify with information over the phone. They should provide a letter stating you are pre-qualified and an estimate of your costs. Some lenders are:

Jenny Mann at Fidelity Funding (904) 964-4000 or toll free (866) 964-4201
Susan Edmonds at SunTrust (352) 375-2991
Ruth Davis at Bank of America (352) 338-6503
Mackenzie Curtis at Wells Fargo (352) 692-4272 cell (352) 258-9162
Elaine Beaty at New South Federal (352) 378-1666 cell (352) 258-2708

1. List your requirements, price range, number of bedrooms/bathrooms (is a half bath ok?), move in date, amenities, preferred area. With this information, we can let you know what is available matching your requirements and provide you with active listings (e-mail is easy). You can research the local Multiple Listing Service data on our mls page. If you find something you like, let us know the MLS number and we can arrange a showing.
2. There are many properties on the market now so developing a strategy for finding the best fit may be critical. We will be glad to help by notifying you when we see a new listing that meets your requirements.
3. When you have made your choice, we will write an offer together. You will need a binder deposit (usually at least $1000). We will then contact the listing Realtor, the offer will be presented to the sellers. They can accept, reject or counter.
   

NOTE: When working with buyers, We are paid for being the procuring cause of sale (showing property to buyer and writing the offer). Your loyalty will be appreciated.

4. When buyer(s) and seller(s) have reached an agreement the offer becomes a contract, it must be signed by all parties to be enforceable. The closing process includes: Inspection of the property at buyer’s expense ($225 and up); request for repairs based on inspection report; final loan arrangements made, title insurance, appraisal, survey, WDO (commonly called termite inspection); appointment for closing date and time; cashier’s check for money due from buyer; arranging for insurance; arranging to have utilities put in Buyer’s name; final walk through and the actual closing.

1. Dealing honestly and fairly;
2. Accounting for all funds;
3. Using skill, care, and diligence in the transaction;
4. Disclosing all known facts that materially affect the value of residential real property and are not readily observable to the buyer;
5. Presenting all offers and counteroffers in a timely manner, unless a party has previously directed the licensee otherwise in writing;
6. Limited confidentiality, unless waived in writing by a party. This limited confidentiality will prevent disclosure that the seller will accept a price less than the asking price, that the buyer will pay a price greater then the price submitted in a written offer, of the motivation of any party for selling or buying property, that the seller or buyer will agree to financing terms other than those offered, or of any other information requested by party to remain confidential; and,
7. Any additional duties that are entered into by this or by separate written agreement.

Limited representation means that a buyer or seller is not responsible for the acts of the licensee. Additionally, parties are giving up their rights to the undivided loyalty of the licensee. This aspect of limited representation allows a licensee to facilitate a real estate transaction by assisting both the buyer and the seller, but a licensee will not work to represent one party to the detriment of the other party when acting as a transaction broker to both parties.

The Constitutional amendment created four new opportunities for taxpayers to obtain tax relief:

1. Increased homestead exemption
2. Portability of “Save our Homes” benefits
3. $25,000 exemption for tangible personal property
4. 10% annual assessment limitation for non-homestead property

What taxpayers must do to receive these new benefits:

1. Increased homestead exemption – Homeowners that are currently receiving the homestead exemption will automatically receive the increased homestead exemption. No action is necessary.
2. Portability of “Save our Homes” benefits – If you received the homestead exemption in 2007 on a home that you sold or otherwise abandoned during 2007 and have purchased a new home by January 1, 2008, you are eligible to take some or all of the benefit of “Save our Homes” to your new home. In order to receive this benefit, you must apply by March 1, 2008 to your property appraiser for your new homestead exemption and for the transfer of the “Save Our Homes” benefit to your new homestead for 2008.
3. $25,000 exemption for tangible personal property – Tangible personal property taxes apply only to certain taxpayers in Florida – typically businesses and certain owners of mobile homes. The tax does not apply to homesteaded property. In order to receive the $25,000 exemption for tangible personal property, taxpayers subject to the tax must file a tangible personal property return with their property appraiser by April 1, 2008.
4. 10% limit on annual assessment increases for non-homestead property – The 10% limitation does not apply until next year. No application is necessary for 2008.

If you have any questions about what action you must take to receive these new benefits, please contact your local property appraiser. For information on how to contact Florida’s property appraisers, go to http://dor.myflorida.com/dor/property/appraisers.html.

What a deal at this price!!! Nice 2/2.5 in quiet Haystacks just minutes to shopping and restaurants. Just 1/2 mile West of I-75 on Archer Rd. This is a must see!! At $104,000 it won’t last long! Association dues include Building Hazards Insurance, Exterior Maintenance, Lawn Care, and Pest Control.  Neighborhood has tennis courts, basketball courts and a playground.