That House Is STILL For Sale?

Yesterday I went for my morning walk, on a route not travelled for two years in my neighborhood of Crystal Beach in Destin Florida. As I approached the end of a side street, low and behold- that HOUSE was still for sale!! No way! I did a double take, saw there was yet another real estate sign in the yard. What was this- the fourth Realtor? When I went home, out of curiosity, I checked the listing history of the house. It has been for sale since 2005. That's right- over four years.

What is going on here? Why hasn't this house sold?
Here is a list of possible reasons:
1. The street is busy- it is overpriced for the location.
2. The home is jammed on a little lot- it is overpriced for the lot size.
3. The home is overbuilt for the neighborhood- it is overpriced compared to the others.
4. The price was reduced too slowly- behind the rest of the market. Hmmm… still overpriced.
5. The sellers and all 4 agents think it is worth too much- it is overpriced.
6. No one is buying- yes they are, but they are buying at the right price!The bottom line is always the price. You can hire the most brilliant real estate agent in the world, you can have the best-kept home in the neighborhood, you can have the most sought after location in town, you can have more advertising than every other home for sale. But no matter what you do for marketing, no matter what agent you hire, no matter what you think your home is worth- it is not going to sell if it's not priced right.
It's Wendy!
Wendy Rulnick, Broker, CRP, CRS, GRI, ABR Rulnick Realty, Inc.
Search All Destin Florida Real Estate
Destin Short Sales & Pre Foreclosure Help.
Read Destin Real Estate Blog
Call toll-free 1-877-ITS-WNDY (1-877-487-9639) or local 850-650-7883 ext 204
Email Wendy to sell your home or buy a home: itswendy@rulnickrealty.com
Call Wendy Rulnick, Destin short sale agent, to list and sell your home or condo on the Emerald Coast of Florida in Walton, Okaloosa and Santa Rosa County- Destin, Santa Rosa Beach, Fort Walton Beach, Niceville, Bluewater Bay, Navarre, Seagrove Beach, Watercolor, Sandestin, Seaside, Crestview, Rosemary Beach, Mary Esther, Shalimar, Eglin AFB, Hurlburt Field. Wendy is a short sale and pre-foreclosure specialist and has been featured in Kiplinger Personal Finance Magazine and Florida Realtor Magazine.

36 Calypso Cay, Destiny By The Sea, Destin Florida

The home, the setting, the location. This home at 36 Calypso Cay is the epitomy of "Destin Florida". This inviting Destiny By The Sea villa is designed for entertaining. Huge open kitchen with breakfast bar big enough for Thanksgiving gatherings. Wonderful space for dining, lounging and relaxing in the great room with fireplace. Wrap around porch offers excellent views of pool space with opulent greenery. Master suite is on its own floor with private balcony. First floor has a family room with wetbar which is used as fourth bedroom. Spanish lace walls, bull-nose corners, high ceilings, transom and bow windows.

Your new Destin home is just two minutes to the water. This gated subdivision has no main roads to cross to enjoy the beach and the boardwalk. Destiny By The Sea has three heated pools, two hot tubs, tennis courts, fitness center, children's playground and a private beach on the Gulf of Mexico. As a rental this home can accomodate 12-17 guests. Move to Destin Florida to the place you've always dreamed of.
Offered at $977,000.

Destin FL Home Needs Work

"Unique - Like YOU"

This multi-level home in Destin Florida has numerous possibilities for living!
Striking main living area with cathedral ceiing and dramatic windows. Very contemporary. Tile and laminate floors. Lower level bedroom with extra loft room above. Another lower level with family room or private bedroom with fireplace. Fenced back yard with large deck. New roof 2005. HVAC replaced 4 years ago. Propane generator. Two fireplaces! Needs attention to cosmetics, carpet and paint and priced accordingly, but "imagine"!
Great location in Destin Florida near the harbor for fishing, dining and boating!
2588 Square Feet
Offered at $184,900

416 Spanish Moss Trail, Destin Florida - Home for Sale

Ready to jump in? This Destin Florida home has an in-ground pool! Big corner lot with lots of native trees and plants for privacy. Home has recently been painted inside. Changeable floor plan. Extra room can be office or formal living room or dining room. Split Master Bedroom has private door to pool area. Roof new 2006. Great central Destin location. 5 minutes to Destin beaches, harbor, shopping galore! Offered at $269,900

Destin Condo Short Sale Approved in 7 Weeks

This Indian Lake condo in Destin Florida has been approved for a short sale by Countrywide. It was listed by three agents before me for over two years. The stunner is - I got a good offer for my seller in less than 60 days, and got her short sale approved in only seven weeks!

Summary:
Property: condo built 2004, 920 square feet
Mortgage: Countrywide - about $150,000
Hardship: Seller lost one job, had hours cut on second job, see "Destin Short Sale Seller: I Just Want Out"
Original List price: $98,000 November 19
Priced Reduced: to $86,000 December 22
Contract: received fair market offer on Jan 12

Approved: March 3
Time from Package Fax to Approval: 7 weeks

It's Wendy!
Wendy Rulnick, Broker, CRP, CRS, GRI, ABR Rulnick Realty, Inc.
Search All Destin Florida Homes for Sale
Destin Short Sales & Pre Foreclosure Help.
Read Destin Real Estate Blog

Call Wendy Rulnick, Broker, toll-free 1-877-ITS-WNDY (1-877-487-9639) or local 850-650-7883 ext 204

Email Wendy to sell your home or buy a home: itswendy@rulnickrealty.com

Call Wendy Rulnick, Destin real estate agent, to list and sell your home or condo or help you buy a home, condo or beach property on the Emerald Coast of Florida in Walton, Okaloosa and Santa Rosa County - Destin, Santa Rosa Beach, Fort Walton Beach, Niceville, Bluewater Bay, Navarre, Seagrove Beach, Watercolor, Sandestin, Seaside, Crestview, Rosemary Beach, Mary Esther, Shalimar, Eglin AFB, Hurlburt Field. Wendy is a short sale, pre-foreclosure and marketing specialist and can help you sell or buy a short sale property in and around Destin Florida and the Emerald Coast.
All Rights Reserved. *Destin Condo Short Sale Approved in 7 Weeks!* Contact Wendy Rulnick regarding Destin Florida real estate and Emerald Coast homes for sale. Copyright © 2009 by Wendy Rulnick.

Destin Florida Short Sale - Paradise Retreat

366 Sandy Cay Dr., Destin FL 32550

This Destin Florida home is all brick. Located in Paradise Retreat with an open floor plan and cathedral ceilings. The dining and living area has upper shelving and the interior walls were recently painted. The kitchen is centrally located and provides a breakfast bar. The master bedroom provides a large walkin closet. The home backs up to a common area providing privacy. As owner of this wonderful Destin home, you'll enjoy deeded beach access tp the Gulf of Mexico! Buyer to verify all data. Short sale subject to seller's mortgage holders' approval. This Destin Florida property is offered for $219,900.

Wendy Rulnick, Rulnick Realty
850-650-7883

Destin FL Property For Sale - Needs Work

1112 Airport Rd., Destin FL 32541

1112 Airport Rd., Destin FL 32541
Roll up your sleeves… this Destin FL home is a project. You will need: 2 sinks/vanities for the bathrooms, kitchen cabinet fronts, an oven, floor tiles, paint, grass seed, and pick-up truck to haul away debris. You will get: a spacious home, adding square footage not included in the 1321 from partially finished garage- (could reconvert by the way), much tile, split floorplan, stone fireplace, large yard and 2006 roof with dimensional shingles. Seller says personal property will be removed.

List Price: $138,000

It’s Wendy!
Wendy Rulnick, Broker, CRP, CRS, GRI, ABR Rulnick Realty, Inc.

Search Destin FL real estate
Short Sale Pre Foreclosure Help.

Call toll-free 1-877-ITS-WNDY (1-877-487-9639) or local 850-650-7883 ext 204
Email itswendy@rulnickrealty.com

Wendy Rulnick specializes in real estate sales, short sales, traditional sales on Emerald Coast of Florida: Destin Florida real estate, Santa Rosa Beach, Fort Walton Beach, Niceville, Bluewater Bay, Navarre, Seagrove Beach, Watercolor, Sandestin, Seaside, Dune Allen, Blue Mountain Beach, Freeport, Rosemary Beach, Mary Esther, Shalimar, Eglin AFB, Hurlburt Field. Wendy Rulnick, Broker and Realtor, has been selling real estate for almost 20 years. She has won numerous awards, including the coveted ADDY for advertising design. An expert marketer of real estate listings, she negotiates successfully to her dients’ advantage. She is supported by a team of top buyer specialists. She lists and sells homes, condos and townhomes.

Destin FL Home For Sale

90 Legion Park Loop, Destin FL

Absolutely delightful and charming home! Unique features of this Destin Legion Park Landing home include exposed shelving in kitchen, tile counters, built-in wine rack. Two living areas, formal and "great room". High and cathedral ceiling accent and recessed lighting, wood stairs add character. Outside- hello tranquility! Lovely pond backed by tall trees. See the walkway towards the bay, too? Waterfront park/recreation area and public boat launch add nearby excitement. Second floor covered balcony is huge, private and has bayview! Master bath is luxurious with corner angled whirlpool tub and his/hers closets. Laundry room is conviently located on the second floor with the bedrooms. This Destin FL property is a Short Sale - subject to seller's mortgage holder's approval.

List Price: $247,900

It's Wendy!
Wendy Rulnick, Broker, CRP, CRS, GRI, ABR Rulnick Realty, Inc.

Search Destin FL real estate
Short Sale Pre Foreclosure Help.

Call toll-free 1-877-ITS-WNDY (1-877-487-9639) or local 850-650-7883 ext 204
Email itswendy@rulnickrealty.com

Wendy Rulnick specializes in real estate sales, short sales, traditional sales on Emerald Coast of Florida: Destin Florida real estate, Santa Rosa Beach, Fort Walton Beach, Niceville, Bluewater Bay, Navarre, Seagrove Beach, Watercolor, Sandestin, Seaside, Dune Allen, Blue Mountain Beach, Freeport, Rosemary Beach, Mary Esther, Shalimar, Eglin AFB, Hurlburt Field. Wendy Rulnick, Broker and Realtor, has been selling real estate for almost 20 years. She has won numerous awards, including the coveted ADDY for advertising design. An expert marketer of real estate listings, she negotiates successfully to her dients' advantage. She is supported by a team of top buyer specialists. She lists and sells homes, condos and townhomes.