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If you are seeking sunshine and ready to buy or sell real estate on the stunning Suncoast of Florida, this podcast is for you! Join your host, Jim Ahearn, a realtor who has called the Suncoast home for decades and has a proven track record of success with his clients, as he breaks down fact from fiction and gives you the simple hard truths about buying and selling in Sarasota, Bradenton, Siesta Key, Lido Key, Venice, Port Charlotte, Tampa, and beyond. This podcast will help both first time h ...
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Take a deep dive into various topics related to selling & buying real estate where we'll talk about the state of the market, market statistics, how to negotiate a contract, getting a home ready to sell, curb appeal, what to look for when buying a home, how to buy with a builder and what to expect, what’s in the economic news, real estate related weather, market trends and how it all relates to real estate.
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Send us a text In this episode of Jim Sells the Suncoast, Jim is joined by Rocky and Tenicia from Aviary at Rutland Ranch, an exciting new development offering single-family homes with modern amenities. Located conveniently between Lakewood Ranch, North River Ranch, and nearby major roadways, Aviary’s prime position offers easy access to the best o…
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Send us a text In this episode of Jim Sells the Suncoast, host Jim Ahearn speaks with Jeanette Quintana, a sales representative for D.R. Horton, about the exciting new Coddington development. Located just north of Lakewood Ranch, Coddington offers a small, gated community experience with 350 homes, including villas and single-family homes. Listener…
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Send us a text In this episode of Jim Sells the Suncoast, Jim Ahearn speaks with Jason Golden, General Manager of Star Farms at Lakewood Ranch. With over 25 years of experience in hospitality, fitness, and community management, Jason offers an insider's perspective on the unique lifestyle Star Farms offers. From resort-style living to diverse home …
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Send us a text In this episode of Jim Sells the Suncoast, host Jim Ahearn speaks with Vicki, a lead salesperson at Akoya Residences and a seasoned realtor, to explore the exciting new development in North Tamiami Trail. Vicki shares details about the Akoya’s prime location just north of downtown Sarasota and its proximity to top destinations like U…
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Send us a text In this episode of Jim Sells the Suncoast, host Jim Ahearn dives into the complexities of title insurance with Todd Hunt from Gulf Water Title. Todd explains the essential role that title insurance plays in protecting homebuyers from potential issues related to property ownership history, and he breaks down the title search process i…
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Send us a text In this episode of Jim Sells the Suncoast, host Jim Ahearn is joined by Heather Andrews from Andrews Insurance Agency to explore the complexities of homeowners insurance in Florida. Heather shares expert advice on obtaining the best coverage, explaining the differences between homeowners, hazard, and flood insurance, and how natural …
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Send us a text In this episode of Jim Sells the Suncoast, host Jim Ahearn introduces Teri Barbee from Watercress Cove, a charming gated community in North Port near Warm Mineral Springs. Teri shares valuable insights into what makes Watercress Cove a desirable place to live, from its 67 single-family homes with diverse floor plans to its low HOA fe…
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Send us a text In this episode of Jim Sells the Suncoast, host Jim Ahearn sits down with Adam Burnside from Good News Pest Control to discuss the crucial role of pest control in Florida's real estate market. With over 35 years of family expertise in the pest control industry, Adam shares valuable insights into how common pests like ants, roaches, t…
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Send us a text In this inaugural episode of Jim Sells the Suncoast, host Jim Ahearn sits down with Alex Krumm, the broker-owner of Next Home Excellence, to discuss the dynamic real estate market and the appealing lifestyle of Florida's Suncoast. With a wealth of experience and numerous accolades, including being named Realtor of the Year in 2022, A…
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Send us a text If you are seeking sunshine and ready to buy or sell real estate on the stunning Suncoast of Florida, this podcast is for you! Join your host, Jim Ahearn, a realtor who has called the Suncoast home for decades and has a proven track record of success with his clients, as he breaks down fact from fiction and gives you the simple hard …
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Get to know former punter for the New England Patriots and now Senior VP of Mortgage Banking at top-notch First Horizon Bank. Take a deep dive into the entire mortgage process and all that goes along with it, including . The role of mortgage professionals Different types of mortgages Conventional, FHA/VA, ARMs, USDA, Construction-to-perm vs. End lo…
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Take a deep dive into what you need to do to prepare for the impact of a hurricane and all the effects it can have on your home, your family, pets, and you! You'll learn the stages of a hurricane as well as the wind speeds of each. Should you evacuate or stay in your home? What should you do about food? What about important documents and photos? Yo…
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Take a deep dive into the preapproval and prequalification process and learn what each means. Understand how one is better than the other and the importance of getting a "proof of funds" from buyers when selling a home. Discover the pitfalls of not adhering to a strict policy of requiring a proof of funds with every offer.…
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Take a deep dive into how some builders keep from paying a commission to Realtors. Find out why some builders have a policy regarding how/when you must register with them in their communities. Understand the advantages of being represented by a Realtor when buying a new home and why some builders do not value that relationship.…
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Take a look into the factors that help determine a good offer price and terms including; reviewing Comparative Market Analyses and details of each "active", "pending", and "closed" home to determine the value of the home in which you have interest. Discover the importance of using a Realtor in this process and the pitfalls of trying to do it on you…
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In this episode, you'll take a deep dive into how you can buy a home without a Realtor. I know! As a Realtor, that is crazy advice, right? I just don't think I'd be doing my duty to my listeners without explaining how you CAN do it. But stay tuned; I do also explain the pitfalls of not using a Realtor (or attorney) for your home purchase.…
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