Venice FL Real Estate Market Report – August 2014   Lately there has been a lot of rain in Venice FL. It helps to cool down the temperature. However the real estate market for August 2014 remains HOT.  Check out the report provided by Kwee Huset Realty       August 2014 Market Report – Single Family Homes   Search single family homes for sale in Venice FL   Total number of new listings were 156   ↓   from July 2014   170 Total number of pending sale were 138   ↑   from July 2014   124 Total number of sold listings were 156   ↑   from July 2014   145 Total number of sold listings paid by cash were 82   ↑    from July 2014   75 The average sold price was $266,000   ↑   from July 2014   $247,907 The average day on market 63   ↓   from July 2014   104 The average sold price to list price ra... 09/29/2014

Do Not Judge a Book by Its Cover   Last week Fidelity National Title sponsored an education class on “Cultural Competency”.  The instructor shared the following interesting YouTube with us; it made you anxious, laugh and learned to not judge a book by its cover.          What is your thought? Please share in the comments.       09/24/2014

Dog Park, Dog Beach in Venice Florida   Venice Florida is a dog friendly community. It has dog park and dog beach. You may run, swim and play with your dog when you have fun outdoor under the sun or on the beautiful beach along the Gulf of Mexico.     Where is the dog park in Venice Florida?   Woodmere Paw Park is located at 3951 Woodmere Park Blvd. Venice FL 34293.  There are many bushes and trees, benches and picnic tables with shelter for you to network with other dog lovers while your dog runs around and plays in the open space.    There are separate fenced in areas for large dogs and small dogs. Also, drinking fountains for dogs, waste disposal bags, trash cans and restroom facilities are available for the public.     Where is the dog beach in Venice Florida?   Brohard dog beach an... 09/18/2014

I have been an Entomologist for most of my adult life, even researched, taught, administered at Michigan State University for 22 years..."Why does this matter" you ponder?  Well, I have never had a bee hive, never raised any honey, but have always had a variety  of bee-loving plants in my 'jungle.'  The bees probably love me and give thanks to me at every night-fall! So, apparently, they have rewarding me with My Own Personal Honeybee Hive....IN THE SOFFIT OF MY HOME in Southwest Florida, near the Gulf of Mexico!  It started about 6 months ago with just a handful (oh sure!) of bees, that could be seen wriggling through the grooves in the metal soffit, where it mounts just behing the Fascia Board. MY HIVE has now developed into a hum-dinger of a honey-producing 'factory' with ample comb ... 09/06/2014

  2 Master Suite Floor Plan Lake Home for Sale in Venice FL – Just Sold   This lake home for sale in Venice Florida has a 2 master suite floor plan and was just sold by Kwee Huset of Kwee Huset Realty.     The seller was well informed and educated before the property went up for sale. On the first day in the market, this beautiful lake front home attracted many showings. The seller received five offers in a short period of time. She understood the pros and cons of each offer, and after discussing with her family members, she rejected all offers and requested for the highest and best offer. It was surprising to see buyers offer between 4 - 17% more than the asking price with a mortgage contingency. However the seller knew the market condition and she accepted the full price offer with th... 08/29/2014

  House for Sale in South Venice Florida – Just Sold   This cute house for sale in South Venice FL was just sold by Kwee Huset REALTOR®, full time agent of Kwee Huset Realty a local real estate company in Sarasota County, Florida.     Just Sold, this home has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom and a garage, with 821 square feet living area and 1326 square feet total building area. It is located on Acadia Road and is minutes away from South Venice private beach, the boat ramp and Shamrock Park. This home is also surrounded with large and newer homes which will help to increase the home value.   The buyer was very happy with the purchase of her dream home, considered a hidden jewel in move in condition with brand new hurricane windows and sliding glass door. I found this house for sale in South Venic... 08/22/2014

  Dragon Fruit (Pitaya) Progression – Edible Garden in Florida     Dragon Fruit (Pitaya)    Dragon fruit is in the family of cactus. It likes dry and tropical warm weather with some rain. There are some home growers who plant them in their edible garden in Florida        Dragon Fruit Progression    Our friend gave us some cutting last year. My husband Andy planted it at our backyard.  Last month we harvested two dragon fruits.  The climbing plant has many branches,  and Andy has  several different plants started now, some in pots with a trellis and some directly in the ground (around base of palm, and in back staked to 4x4s with metal rebar to support branches as they grow). It also can be grown from seeds.    It takes about one and a half to two years to get fruit if you start with the... 08/13/2014

   Beware, All New Property Owners in Florida   All new property owners in Florida, Beware. Record Transfer Services from Westlake Village, CA is sending out recorded deed notices recommending Florida homeowners to pay $83 and obtain a copy of their Current Grand Deed and Property Assessment Profile.   Beware, this is a SCAM - See the letter below       One of my clients just closed on their first home and received this letter in the mail. He called and asked me whether he has to call the phone number provided on the letter  and pay for the property deed.   All New Property Owners – Recorded Deed   I explained to him the process of recording a deed is as follow:   1.    the day after closing on the transaction, the attorney office or the  title company will go online and record the deed... 08/08/2014

  Just Listed. 2 Master Suite Floor Plan Lake Home for Sale in Venice FL   SOLD   Search current inventory of lake homes for sale in Venice FL     Listing information   Just listed – 2 Master Suite Floor Plan Lake Home for Sale in Venice FL   2860 Myakka Rd, Venice FL 34293 Price: $144,900 MLS number: N5900436 Bedroom: 2 Bathroom: 2 Car garage: 1 Heated square footage: 1142   Call or text Kwee Huset REALTOR® at 941-716-3090 to find out if this property is still available and make appointment for showing.   Relax and enjoy your sunsets from this remodeled 2 master suite floor plan lakefront home with professional landscaping. The gorgeous lake view with birds is visible from bedrooms, living & dining rooms, kitchen and screened lanai.  The community has a private beach and boat ramp. Man... 07/25/2014

    Sold – Home for Sale in a Golf Community, Venice FL   Kwee Huset broker REALTOR® of Kwee Huset Realty a local independent real estate company in Venice Florida shows more results with another just Sold - Home for Sale in Golf Community, Venice FL   Click here to see Homes for Sale in a Golf Community, Venice FL       This move in ready, turnkey furnished 3 bedroom 2 bathroom home has new wood floors and new roof. Also included is a fenced in backyard with mature oak tree for dog or children to run around and playing game in a safe environment under the shade.  The buyers were very happy that I found a perfect home for sale in a golf community for them to enjoy, which is also minutes to work, beaches, downtown, restaurants and shopping.   The senior seller was satisfied with the quic... 07/18/2014

    511 provides Time saving Traffic News in Florida   It is school break and now is the time for a summer vacation.  Before your road trip, check out Florida 511 which will provide time saving traffic news to avoid getting stuck in traffic.   Search 511 provides Time saving Traffic News in USA here       Florida 511 Features   Call 511 from your cell phone,  home phone, public phone or online  for free up-to-date traffic  information all the time about road conditions, construction zones and emergency evacuation, public safety alerts,  traffic times, transit, airports or seaports, accidents, lane closures and congestion. You have immediate access to traffic information for a specific city and county.   Traffic Alerts   You may register here to receive free traffic alerts by email, phon... 07/15/2014

  Florida Highwaymen Now Showing in Venice, FL Where: Venice Art Center, 390 Nokomis Avenue S, Venice, FL  34285Hours: Monday - Saturday 9am-5pm, (Summer Hours - Closed on Saturday)What: Florida Highwaymen Art ExhibitCost: Donations AcceptedPhone: 941-485-7136 Email:  Info@VeniceArtCenter.com   Who Are The Florida Highwaymen? The Florida Highwaymen are a group of 26 African-Americans who began painting in the 1950's in Florida, primarily in the Fort Pierce area on the east coast.  Many of the original 26 Florida Highwaymen have passed away, but those remaining continue to paint today.  These artists found a way to make a living through their art at a time when it was difficult for an African-American to find any  form of work other than hard labor such as picking oranges or digging ditc... 07/15/2014

    USA, Independence Day   As we celebrate the signing of the DECLARATION OF INDEPENDENCE ON THIS JULY 4, 2014, we are reminded of the famous 56 men that signed the DECLARATION in 1776.         Initially adopted by Congress on July 2, 1776, but revised and the final version was adopted and signed two days later – July Fourth.   USA, Independence Day – here are some interesting facts about this famous day.   The average age of the signers was 45   The oldest was Benjamin Franklin at 70 while Edward Rutledge was the youngest at 26   In July of 1776 the population was about 2.5 million   According to the year 2013, the U.S population was estimated at 316.2 million   U.S. Presidents John Adams, Thomas Jefferson and James Monroe died on July 4, 1826. Adams and Jefferson died within hours of... 07/04/2014

    Just Sold 3 Bedroom Villa for Sale in Heron Lakes, Venice FL   This beautiful move in ready 3 Bedroom Villa for Sale in Heron Lakes, Venice FL was just sold by Kwee Huset of Kwee Huset Realty   Search current inventory of 3 bedroom Villas for Sale in Heron Lakes. This Villa address is 3013 Seawind Circle, Venice FL 34293           Sold 3 Bedroom Heron Lakes Villa   The sellers were very happy, satisfied and moved on with their life up north so that they may spend more time with their grandchildren to attend and enjoy watching their ball games.   The investor buyers purchased this pet friendly maintenance free villa for their son to stay; his work place is a short distance away from the community. He can relax and enjoy all the amenities: a heated pool & spa, shower room, locker, fit... 06/30/2014

    Water Quality Tests plus Septic Tank Inspection for Loan Approval?   Water quality tests plus septic tank inspection are required for loan approval if properties are located in rural areas that do not have public utilities, (which means that their source of water is from a well, and septic tank for their human waste).     The following are the general rules on existing properties for sale with well water and septic tanks.         Well Water Quality Tests for Loan Approval   Conventional Loans - water test is necessary only when the appraiser makes note of a possible issue or the underwriter requires it.  However if the property has a well and it has been vacant for several months, the underwriter may call for a water quality test.   FHA Loans - water test is necessary only when the ... 06/16/2014

  Magnolia, Tree with White Flowers   Magnolia (common name) Magnolia grandiflora (scientific name) It is common to see this large tree with white flowers in Florida - the magnolia. This evergreen is a hardy tree and may grow up to 100 feet tall and spread out to about 50 feet wide.   I found these trees when I showed properties at  South Venice FL and Venice Isle Venice FL 55 Plus Active Adult Community in Venice FL .         Magnolia – List of Characteristics   The Magnolia tree has glossy leaves, and because of the tree size it is good for shade in your back yard, on the street and in the park. It starts to bloom in May followed by cones bearing red seeds in October. It produces large beautiful white flowers with fragrance, which attracts bees and insects for pollination. The red see... 06/10/2014

    Venice FL, Real Estate Market Report – May 2014   In May 2014 the real estate market remains strong in Venice Florida. Check out the report provided courtesy of Kwee Huset of Kwee Huset Realty, a local independent real estate company in town.   Search Single Family Homes for sale in Venice FL       Single Family Home – May 2014 Market Report   164 Listed with an average listing price of $235,070 139 went under contract with an average pending price of $224,066 154 sold with an average sold price of $221,952 Highest sold price of $877,000 – home with 5 bedroom, 4 bathroom, 4 car garage, 4472 square feet living area Lowest sold price of $47,200 – home with 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 728 square feet living area   Average days on market 66 Average sold price to list price ratio 95% Average ... 06/07/2014

  12 Important Things Sellers Must Do After Closing on a Home   Selling a home and moving into a new home is stressful at times, even if your family members, friends and your REALTOR® or hired people help you to pack and clean.   The following are 12 important things sellers must remember to do after closing on a home.    1.     Utilities Companies – contact your electric, water and gas companies to close your accounts and disconnect the services, so that they will  have your  final reading of the usage for  payments  as well as to refund your deposits.     2.     Cable & internet service – to remove your modem or the box to the cable company to avoid un-returned box charges.   3.     Air condition service - if you have a maintenance service contract ask them if it is transferable, othe... 06/04/2014

  Sold -4 Bedroom House for sale, East Gate, Venice FL     This 4 bedroom house for sale in East Gate, Venice FL was sold by Kwee Huset of Kwee Huset Realty.         The sellers were excited and started a new chapter of their lives. They are downsizing and have to adjust to a new environment.     The buyers are investors from Switzerland who plan to retire in Venice Florida. They will enjoy this large beautiful home with 3 bathrooms, 2 car garage and a pool that backs up to a creek with a dock. It is located within the Venice City limits.   Across from the house is East Gate Park. Beaches, downtown, Legacy Trail, restaurants, shopping are minutes away.       06/03/2014

Frangipani (Plumeria), Beautiful Flowers with Fragrance   Frangipani (common name) Plumeria (scientific name) Frangipani is native to tropical and sub-tropical climates around the world. Like many other flowers, Frangipani is a beautiful flower which has many different colors with different fragrances.     Kind of Frangipani and Uses of Beautiful Flowers   Plumeria alba has white color with more yellow in the middle. It is a national flower of Laos and Nicaragua. Plumeria obtuse has white color with less yellow in the middle Plumeria pudica has pink color with some yellow in the middle Plumeria rubra has dark pink color with some yellow in the middle The flower has five petal flowers about 2 – 3 inches long and grow in a cluster at the end of the branches. It is great for a bouquet. In ... 05/30/2014