It is no secret that I love google+.  I also love real estate and over the years I have noticed that gay customers generally prefer to hire a gay real estate professional.  That is why I created the google+ community "Gay Real Estate Professionals".   This google+ community is a place where gay real estate professionals and gay friendly realtors can share their marketing, their listings, request referrals but most of all I want this community to be where customers to go find gay and gay friendly real estate professionals for no charge. Many sites I have encountered require either the profesional or the customer (or both) to pay a fee to access the site.  I am from the school of "if it's free, it's for me" so I have always been reluctant to pay for these services. I have also added a "to... 01/04/2014

  New Port Richey Single Family Home Sales 2013 and 2012 Comparison The year flew by, starting out slowly then gaining momentum about April. Sales were moving along briskly till the government shut-down but restarted quickly afterwards. The holiday slowdown is still ongoing and I’m sure we will resume warp speed after everyone recuperates; but one never knows, do one?   Downtown New Port Richey, FL Photo by Toni   2013 New Port Richey Home Sales 1,618 Solds Single Family List Price Sold Price Sold Per Square Ft Sales /LIst Ratio Days to Contract Highest $1,199,000 $985,000 $262.88 200% 1,187 Lowest $       9,000 $     1,000 $    0.89 5% 0 Average $    137,914 $  130,909 $  71.82 95% 78 Median $    114,900 $  108,000 $   71.56 96% 34 Actives currently are 635. A very low inventory compar... 01/03/2014

I do not reserve December as the time to do a good deed. I try to do a good deed every day though I was never a Girl Scout... or a Brownie. It was how I was raised so when I was putting in gas one day at a 7 Eleven I didn't think anything of the older customer infront of me who mentioned that she was using her Walmart credit card. Problem is that it wasn't working.All I wanted was my receipt. I waited patiently for her to resolve the issue then she left. As she was walking back to her vehicle I asked her if she had enough gas. She mumbled that she did but I was raised by my grandmothers so it is not unusual for me to observe if someone is in distress or not.I told her, "Are you sure? I have an extra $20 on me. I do not want you to get stuck!"I really did not care how she would interpret... 12/31/2013

New Port Richey, FL - Gracewood in River Ridge is a gated community of under 70 custom homes. Each home is set on a lot of half an acre or more. The area is surrounded by conservation areas and is close to the 8,000 acre Starkey Park. Since it  is a small community, the turnover rate is low as people tend to want to stay.     Gracewood children attend Cypress Elementary, River Ridge Middle and High schools. Gracewood is located off Decubellis Road and close to Starkey Blvd., making it easy to get to shopping in the Trinity-area, Sims Park and downtown New Port Richey events, and Tampa access. Homeowners fees are currently $500/annually for the common areas.   Currently Active - 2  at $549,000 (4,852 SF) and $390,000 (3,534 SF). Active With Contingencies - 1 Sold since Jan 1, 2013 - 5 in... 12/26/2013

  Short Sales in New Port Richey, FL - December 2013. Currently there are 89 short-sales in the New Port Richey, FL zip code areas of 34652, 34653, 34654, 34655. Listed prices range from $370,000 in Golden Acres Estates for 1,974 sf. The per square foot price (PSF) is $172.97.   The lowest priced is in Virginia City for $21,200 for 1,056 sf. A PSF of $19.89.   Average short-sale listed price is $110,541 for 1,635 average sf. An average PSF of $64.24.   To view the November Home Sales Report for New Port Richey, click here.     Toni and Craig Weidman Re/Max Sunset 727-237-0083 or 727-359-9518 email: HomesbyToni@gmail.com If you’re thinking of selling, A Market Analysis is free and confidential     Recent Posts Foreclosure Homes Available in New Port Richey Florida Cypress Trees amd Grand... 12/16/2013

  Foreclosures in New Port Richey, FL - December 2013. Currently there are 72 single family homes that are bank-owned in the 4 zipcode areas of New Port Richey, FL (34652, 34653, 34654, 34655).  They range in price from $359,900 for 2,246 sf on a canal to the Gulf of Mexico. Located in Gulf Harbors. Per square foot (PSF) = $167.14. The lowest priced bank-owned is $17,900 in Virginia City. This one is subject to extra fees to the buyer such as webtech fees. PSF = $15.78. The average bank-owned homes are listed at $101,068 for an average square footage of 1,560. PSF = $60.76   Call us if you have questions about bank-owned/foreclosure homes in the New Port Richey, FL area. To see a report on the New Port Richey Single Family Home Sales in November, click here.     Toni and Craig Weidman R... 12/15/2013

Toys For Tots Expo At The Verizon Center, Sat Dec 14, 2013. This will be the  3rd Annual Expo to support Toys for Tots at the Verizon Event Center, 8718 Trouble Creek Road in New Port Richey, FL. The event starts at 10am till 2pm. And, it gets bigger and better every year, thanks to Jeff at the Verizon Center.   You can win a 40” flat screen TV; get a ticket for every new toy you bring in and support Toys for Tots. And, you can get free photos with Santa. There’s always lots of vendors selling wonderful Christmas gift ideas. Many door prizes will be given out. You can check out their Facebook page here.       See you there! This local event information brought to you as a courtesy byToni & Craig Weidman- Re/Max Sunset.  Please contact the Verizon Center for questions or concerns. 813-49... 12/12/2013

  New Port Richey, FL - Holiday Street Parade Is Dec 14, 2013 -come on out and enjoy the fun. The parade starts at 6pm but you need to be there early to get a curbside location to enjoy all the fun.   Don’t forget to visit Holiday Card Lane around Orange Lake. And 3:30 to 5pm at the West Pasco Chamber of Commerce, you can have your picture taken with Santa. (5443 Main Street). Santa has a free gift for the children.   This is the 37th Annual Holiday Street Parade in New Port Richey. We’ve been to many and always had the best time. Bring chairs.   This local event information brought to you as a courtesy byToni Weidman- Re/Max Sunset.  Please contact the West Pasco Chamber of Commerce for questions or concerns.   Recent Posts Should I put my home on the Market during the holidays. Sold i... 12/11/2013

Timber Greens is a gated, premium master-planned retirement 55+ active community located in beautiful New Port Richey, Florida. This community offers 24-hour security, an 18-hole championship golf course, tennis courts, active clubhouse with Bar and Grill  plus Bocce, pool, spa & fitness center.   During the month of November 2013, one single-family home and one villa in Timber Greens listed in the Multiple Listing Service (MLS) were sold:   Address Listing Price Sold Price Bedrooms Bathrooms Square Feet             9446 Conservation Dr ***Single-family home $179,000 $173,000 2 2 1,656 9245 Green Pines Ter *** Villa $179,900 $172,000 2 2 1,685   There are currently nine homes for sale in Timber Greens in New Port Richey Florida. They range in listing price from $134,900 to $299,000. If ... 12/09/2013

New Port Richey Single Family Home Sales Report -November 2013   We seem to be in a buying frenzy here and the inventory of homes for sale is going down.   Gulf Harbors photo by Toni Weidman   We currently have 766 single family homes on the market in zip codes 34652, 34653, 34654, and 34655. 77 homes are bank-owned and 91 are short sale. Prices range from a high of  $3,749,900 for a 5,996 sf home in Gulf Harbors South Beach neighborhood. Lowest price is $17,900 for 624 sf in Virginia City. The  current average price is $235,195.   143 Sold in November in New Port Richey, FL. Bank-owned 29, Short Sale 22. Ranging in price from $680,000 (4,302 sf) in Mirasol at Champions Club to $19,900 (768 sf) in Virginia City. Average Sales = $165,203 with an average square footage of 1,864. That’s 96... 12/08/2013

  Shayna’s Going Retro   You all know my cat, Shayna. She’s my assistant on the computer in the signature area below. Normally, she loves the computer and enjoys playing with the mouse. But this morning, she checked out our old Underwood which I keep on the old Singer treadle machine (which still works, BTW, so does the Underwood)     I think she likes it! Now, she’ll want to do blogs on the typewriter.   Recent Posts Fabulous Eyes Eagleswood Condo for Sale in Hudson For Sale in Colonial Hills, New Port Richey Fluffy Sunrise In Timber Greens Hudson FL Condos and Villa Sales Oct 2013 Shopper Safety Tips Pasco Sheriff’s Office Needs Your Help  Shayna’s Going Retro   12/08/2013

New Port Richey, FL -Colonial Hills Home Under Contract In One Day This charming home with 2 bedrooms, a remodeled kitchen and a 2 car garage was looked at just hours after listing in MLS and the buyer fell in love. The home is now under contract and closing 12/20- just in time for the holidays.       Call us; we can sell your home too. Toni and Craig Weidman Re/Max Sunset 727-237-0083 or 727-359-9518 email: HomesbyToni@gmail.com If you’re thinking of selling, A Market Analysis is free and confidential   Recent Posts Fabulous Eyes Eagleswood Condo for Sale in Hudson For Sale in Colonial Hills, New Port Richey Fluffy Sunrise In Timber Greens Hudson FL Condos and Villa Sales Oct 2013 Shopper Safety Tips Pasco Sheriff’s Office Needs Your Help New Port Richey, FL -Colonial HIlls Home Under ... 12/07/2013

River Ridge is a deed-restricted community in New Port Richey, Florida. The 18-hole River Ridge golf course was designed by renowned golf course architect Ron Garl. As you enter this beautifully landscaped community, you notice the homes are well-manicured and well-maintained due in part to deed restrictions. River Ridge sits in a peaceful, tranquil setting with easy access to a golf course.   River Ridge is close to J.B. Starkey Wilderness Park which offers biking and  hiking trails. J.B. Starkey Wilderness Park is located at 10500 Wilderness Park Boulevard in New Port Richey Florida and encompasses 8,000 acres and is part of J.B. Wilderness Preserve which encompasses a total of 18,000 acres. I bike a lot. I took these pictures on one of my latest bike rides: J.B. Starkey Wilderness Pa... 12/07/2013

Whether you are interested in Selling a home in New Port Richey Florida or Buying a home in New Port Richey Florida, contact me.  I am your local New Port Richey real estate expert and I will work diligently for you to make your real estate goals a reality.    12/05/2013

Condominiums are selling in New Port Richey Florida this fall.  With the arrival of our winter neighbors a.k.a "snow birds" we are expecting the condominium market in New Port Richey to see some more sales this season over last as our friendly snow birds come back to buy a home.  11936 Bayonet Ln. New Port Richey MLS# W7532613 Not all condominiums in New Port Richey Florida are for those people 55 years or older.  You can call or email me anytime if you have any questions about what types of condominiums are a good fit for you. As your local real estate expert, I have a pretty good working knowledge of our local condominium market in New Port Richey. 4414 Sunstate Dr. New Port Richey MLS# W7533277 Gulf Harbors in New Port Richey offers waterfont condominiums on the Gulf of Mexico.  I ca... 12/04/2013

Come see this New Port Richey, FL - Colonial Hills Home For Sale. This home successfully SOLD by Toni Weidman, Re/Max Sunset . 727-237-0083. Call us if you’re thinking of selling or buying. Well-maintained 2 Bedroom home for sale  with that rare item in Colonial Hills - a two car garage! A spacious living room and dining or family room, updated kitchen, generous master bedroom, and fenced backyard; all add to the appeal of this charming home.     Rare 2 Car Garage-Colonial Hills Home OverviewMapsPhotosFeaturesDescriptionMarket Stats $59,900 Single Family Home Main Features 2 Bedrooms1 Bathroom1 Partial BathroomInterior: 1,128 sqftLot: 5,950 sqft Location 5144 Chet Dr.New Port Richey, FL 34652USA Toni Toni Weidman Weidman Re/Max Sunset(727) 237-0083x2weidman@msn.comhttp://www.toniweidma... 12/03/2013

Magnolia Estates is a gated community located in New Port Richey, Florida. As you drive into this gated community you notice a well-manicured landscaped entrance. Magnolia Estates also offers convenient water access to Anclote River through this private community.   During the month of November 2013, no single-family homes in Magnolia Estates in New Port Richey Florida that were listed in the Multiple Listing Service (MLS) sold. However seven single-family homes are currently listed for sale. They range in listing price from $240,000 to $454,900.   Whether buying or selling a home in Magnolia Estates call Lana or Kay today at (727) 376-0530 for a FREE Market Analysis. *  This information was retrieved from MLXchange ® for November  2013 sales. All rights reserved. Information is believe... 12/03/2013

Millpond Estates in New Port Richey Florida is an all-age community which consists of villas, condos, and single-family homes. There are approximately 776 homes in Millpond Estates and offers a main clubhouse with a heated pool, hot tub, and loungers to enjoy the Florida sunshine. It is a deed restricted community with separate HOAs that are members of the main HOA.     During the month of November 2013, three homes in Millpond Estates in New Port Richey Florida that were listed in the Multiple Listing Service (MLS) sold. One was a condo and two were single-family homes. None of them were short sales or bank-owned/REO properties: Address Listing Price Sold Price Bedrooms Bathrooms Square Feet             7802 Hardwick Dr #1112 (condo) $42,900 $35,000 2 1 925 4142 Andover Street (single-... 12/03/2013

  New Port Richey, FL - Fluffy Sunrise in Timber Greens; on Friday morning, this very unusual sky greeted us as the sun came up. It was a little strange and I was concerned that we were going to have a wild and wet day but it turned out to be windy but beautiful.       Sunrises and sunsets are some of my favorite things.   Happy Sunday     11/30/2013

Good news for buyers. Good news for sellers.The median sold price for condos, co-ops, and townhomes in New Port Richey, FL 34655 is down 14.4%. This is from November 2012 through October 2013 and is good news for buyers. The median sold price for single-family homes and villas in New Port Richey, FL 34655 is up 27.9% for the same time period of November 2012 through October 2013. This is good news for sellers.   Source: My Florida Regional MLS     Keep in mind that the median is the middle number in a group except a group of even numbers so it does not give a full picture but it does give us an idea of the state of a local real estate market.       Whether buying or selling in New Port Richey Florida, call Lana or Kay at (727) 376-0530 for a FREE market analysis.        *  Information i... 11/27/2013