This is a Banyan Tree which is one of the many different kinds of trees that line Venice Avenue.  Venice Avenue runs east and west through Venice Florida and this tree is less than one mile from Venice Beach Florida.  This tree is so big and my kids love to try to climb it when we walk to the beach (nerve racking for Mom but fun for kids). 08/28/2011

CLICK to Request Our FREE 48-page Short Sale eBook   More Mortgage Servicers Bypass Foreclosure Delays With Short Sales -- Good News For Sarasota Florida Homeowners According to Moody's Investor Services, Short Sales now account for 25% of all distressed property dispositions. To put that into perspective, compare that figure with the August 2009 number, when only 8% of distressed property dispositions were Short Sales. Said another way, the number of distressed properties being disposed of as foreclosures has decreased to 75% in August of 2011, down from 92% in August of 2009. However you look at it, it is apparent that lenders are more and more embracing Short Sales rather than taking the process all the way through to Foreclosure -- this is very good news for Sarasota homeowners who... 08/28/2011

CLICK to Request Our FREE 48-page Short Sale eBook   Venice Short Sale Agent Advice For Homeowners From SaraMana Properties and FloridaForeclosureEnder.com A Short Sale can be stressful -- no doubt about it! But the alternative, having a Foreclosure on your permanent financial record, can have a long-term negative impact that far exceeds the relatively minor inconveniences of a Short Sale. If we are honest, the only real difference between a Short Sale and a conventional real estate sale is the fact that the lender has to approve the contract between buyer and seller. This additional lender involvement boils down to two things from the homeowner's perspective: The lender will request financial documents from the seller in order to justify approving the Short Sale -- this will take abou... 08/28/2011

  Kweeh Speechless Sunday 8/28/2011 – Good Melons & Bad Melons     Bad Melons     Florida Melon Field     Kweeh Speechless Sunday 8/28/2011 – Good Melons & Bad Melons     08/27/2011

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Here are the most expensive luxury homes and condos listed for sale in Venice FL as of August 25th 2011. You can click on any one of the images to view more details on the particular Venice Florida house or condominium.If you would like to see all of the active properties at all price levels you can visit ->http://www.sarasotachoicehomes.com/venice/Sarasota Choice Homes can also let you know as soon as new Venice Luxury properties come on the market:You can also search all of the Luxury homes and condos for sale on Sarasota Choice Homes by using this form.Sarasota Choice Homes?The Choice Homes for your Luxury Lifestyle in Venice Florida. 08/25/2011

Sarasota Choice Homes strives to bring you the latest Venice Florida Real Estate Market Conditions. We have created a slideshow of the most recent homes and condos listed for sale in Venice FL as of August 25th 2011. You can click on any one of the images to view more details on the particular house or condominium.If you would like more information you can visit ->http://www.sarasotachoicehomes.com/venice/Sarasota Choice Homes can also let you know as soon as new Venice properties come on the market:You can also search all of the homes and condos for sale on Sarasota Choice Homes by using this form.Sarasota Choice Homes?The Choice Homes for your Lifestyle in Venice Florida. 08/25/2011

    Kweeh Wordless Wednesday 8/24/2011 – Follow The Leader          Recent Posts:   Chestnut Creek Venice FL Real Estate Market Reports – July 2011 Kweeh Speechless Sunday 8/21/2011 – A Game of Catch Between Friends Southwood Venice FL Real Estate Market Reports – July 2011 Pelican Pointe Golf & CC Venice FL Real Estate Market Reports – July 2011 Bird Bay Venice FL Real Estate Market Reports – July 2011 Stoneybrook Venice FL Kweeh Wordless Wednesday 8/17/2011 – Florida Morning           Kweeh Wordless Wednesday 8/24/2011 – Follow The Leader   08/23/2011

   How To Prepare For A Hurricane        Active hurricane season is here; each person can take steps to prevent loss and damage to their home and family by learning how to prepare for a hurricane.      Here are things you can do to make it easier and less stressful.     1. Put up storm shutters/plywood to protect windows 2. Make sure the house # is visible 3. Review your insurance policy and put in a safe place 4. Set up an emergency kit  5. Have a plan 6. Trim dead tree branches 7. Take in lawn furniture and decorations 8. Stay inform with radio or TV                 Basic Supplies Kit - How to Prepare For A Hurricane     1.  Water tight container with import documents (personal identification, insurance  policy, will, license, etc)  2.  Portable radio & batteries 3.  1 week supply of ... 08/23/2011

  Chestnut Creek Venice FL Real Estate Market Reports – July 2011   Between 7/1/2011 to 7/31/2011 there were 5 home sold, 5 home listed for sale and 1 under contract in Chestnut Creek Venice FL Real Estate Market Reports –July 2011.                                                  May                   June                  July   The average sold price          $184,906            $ 0 listing             $178,500   The lowest sold price            $160,000            $ 0 listing            $120,000                                                               The highest sold price           $207,000            $ 0 listing             $222,500   The average day on market    151                     0                          309   The average listing price       $ 0 listing           $2... 08/22/2011

       Kweeh Speechless Sunday 8/21/2011 – A Game of Catch Between Friends          Kweeh Speechless Sunday 8/21/2011 – A Game of Catch Between Friends   Recent posts: Southwood Venice FL Real Estate Market Reports – July 2011 Pelican Pointe Golf & CC Venice FL Real Estate Market Reports – July 2011 Bird Bay Venice FL Real Estate Market Reports – July 2011   Stoneybrook Venice FL   Kweeh Wordless Wednesday 8/17/2011 – Florida Morning   The Scavenger Hunt in Venice FL Venice Farmer’s Market Venice FL       08/20/2011

    Between 7/1/2011 to 7/31/2011 there were 1 home sold and 0 home listed for sale in Southwood Venice FL Real Estate Market Reports –July 2011.                                               May                  June                  July   The average sold price          $182,000            $227,625             $220,000   The lowest sold price            $182,000            $155,000            $220,000                                                                  The highest sold price           $182,000            $402,500             $220,000   The average day on market    106                     101                      43   The average listing price       $ 0 listing           $255,520             $ 0 listing The lowest listing price         $ 0 listing           $182,900      ... 08/20/2011

Venice Short Sale Agent - Venice Stop Foreclosure - Venice Short Sale Help – FREE information on Foreclosure Defense, Mortgage Modification, Tax Consequences, Deed-in-lieu-of-foreclosure, Short Sales, Deficiency Judgments, Bankruptcy Referrals & more. John Michailidis, SaraMana Properties – Phone: (941) 548-7771   Why Should You Short Sale A Home In Venice Florida? There are three very important reasons to Short Sale a property, rather than allowing it to be Foreclosed: Avoid the long-term, overhanging debt of a Deficiency Judgment. Minimize Credit Damage. Move on with your life, FREE From Mortgage Debt. While a Short Sale can be the very best alternative for homeowners who have fallen behind on mortgage payments, like anything else, it is essential that you understand ALL of your optio... 08/20/2011

  This is one of my favorite spots in Venice Florida.  Many visitors and residents alike come to visit the Venice Florida Jetties.  The North Jetties are located in Nokomis FL and the South Jetties are located in Venice Florida.  This photo was taken at the South Jetties looking up the coast of Venice Beach.  This area is popular for the surfers in Venice Florida when the waters are stirred up by local storms, by local fisherman looking to catch "the big one" and by visitors looking to spot sharks or dolphins swimming in the distance and of course to view the most spectacular sunsets around. For more pictures of Venice Florida visit my website at www.FindVeniceFLHomes.com. 08/20/2011

VENICE FL, August 20, 2011 - KARI A BATTAGLIA PA with the BATTAGLIA HOME SELLING TEAM of Coldwell Banker Residential Real Estate has earned the Coldwell Banker Short Sale Resolutions Specialist designation.  Only 205 sales associates at Coldwell Banker throughout Florida have completed this special short sale training course, earning the prestigious new Short Sale Resolution Specialist Certification. The BATTAGLIA HOME SELLING TEAM with Coldwell Banker Residential Real Estate located in Venice Florida consists of Kari A. Battaglia PA - Broker Associate, Karen Lehmann - Realtor Buyer Specialist and Helle Rasmussen Administrative Assistant. The BATTAGLIA HOME SELLING TEAM focuses on teamwork, pro-active marketing and providing world class customer service to our clients.  We specialize in... 08/20/2011

  Pelican Pointe Golf & CC Venice FL Real Estate Market Reports – July 2011       Between 7/1/2011 to 7/31/2011 there were 4 homes sold and 4 homes listed for sale in Pelican Pointe Golf & CC Venice FL Real Estate Market.                                                                  May                  June                 July   The average sold price                   $326,983            $330,483            $375,000 The lowest sold price                    $135,000             $165,000            $200,000 The highest sold price                    $420,000            $520,000            $525,000   The average day on market             116                    84                      391     The average listing price                $361,300              $277,980         $248,150   The... 08/20/2011

  Bird Bay Venice FL Real Estate Market Reports – July 2011     Between 7/1/2011 to 7/31/2011 there were 4 homes sold and 3 homes listed for sale in Bird Bay Venice FL Real Estate Market.       The average sold price                   $87,875.00 The highest sold price                    $99,000.00 The average day on market             87     The average listing price                 $119,133.00 The lowest listing price                   $  89,900.00 The highest listing price                  $162,500.00 The longest day on market              152                         Bird Bay Venice FL Real Estate Market Reports – July 2011   If you are buying or selling your home in Bird Bay, Venice and the surrounding area, contact Venice REALTOR® Kwee can assist you every step of the way, while kee... 08/19/2011

Venice Short Sale Agent - Venice Stop Foreclosure - Venice Short Sale Seminar – FREE information on Foreclosure Defense, Mortgage Modification, Tax Consequences, Deed-in-lieu-of-foreclosure, Short Sales, Deficiency Judgments, Bankruptcy Referrals & more. John Michailidis, SaraMana Properties – Phone: (941) 548-7771   CLICK to Request Our FREE 48-page Short Sale eBook   FREE Venice Florida Short Sale Seminar for Homeowners Behind On Mortgage Payments Venice Florida property owners who are behind on their mortgage payments are invited to a FREE, Informational Short Sale Tele-seminar sponsored by the professional team at FloridaForeclosureEnder.com. Registration is easy, and free, but available telephone lines are limited, so CLICK HERE to save your spot now . . .     CLICK to Register for... 08/19/2011

 Stoneybrook Venice FL is a newer family and pet friendly master planned gated community nestled on 640 acres at River Road, which is adjacent to Jelks Preserve Park and has easy access to I-75 and US 41. The main entrance is at Center Road.Search homes for sale in Stoneybrook Venice FL                                                 There are about 700 single family homes in Stoneybrook Venice FL.  Members enjoy the widest range of amenities for every interest and lifestyle. $444.00 per quarter will provide the lagoon-style pool, spa, and children’s splash fountain at the Recreational Campus. The health club has cardio and weight equipment and is open 24/7. There is an on-site activities director, 4 lighted tennis courts, movie theater/media room, in-line skating & hockey rink, 2 baske... 08/18/2011

Here are the most expensive luxury homes and condos listed for sale in Venice FL as of August 18th 2011. You can click on any one of the images to view more details on the particular Venice Florida house or condominium.If you would like to see all of the active properties at all price levels you can visit ->http://www.sarasotachoicehomes.com/venice/Sarasota Choice Homes can also let you know as soon as new Venice Luxury properties come on the market:You can also search all of the Luxury homes and condos for sale on Sarasota Choice Homes by using this form.Sarasota Choice Homes?The Choice Homes for your Luxury Lifestyle in Venice Florida. 08/18/2011