Jim Soda

"Soda Sells Sarasota"

I'm a:	Real Estate Professional
Company:	Prudential Palms Realty
Location:	Bradenton Lakewood Ranch Longboat Key Sarasota Siesta Key Venice View all locations...
Web sites:	JimSoda.com
	http://www.JimSodaGroup.com
Phone:	(941) 809-7759

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Jim Soda, One of the most knowledgeable Realtors in The Greater Sarasota - Bradenton area. A consistent Top Producer and Member of Prudential's Chairman's Platinum Circle achieving a level of the Top 1% of Agents nationwide. The Jim Soda Group is Your Gateway to the Greater Sarasota Florida Area. Sarasota wins world acclaim for its esteemed arts and cultural venues such as the Sarasota Opera, Ballet, Symphony, Asolo Theater. The Sarasota Film Festival is the 8th largest Film Festival. Lakewood Ranch and Sarasota Wine Festival is always a sell-out. We have some of the Greatest Waterfront Properties on Siesta Key, Longboat Key, Beachfront Condos on the Gulf of Mexico or Sarasota Bay. Our Gulf Coast area enjoys a choice selection of Golf courses both public and private. Golf Course properties Lakewood Ranch Country Club, The Ritz Golf Club and Founders Club and ranking in the Top 100, The Concession. World-Class Fishing catching Snook, Red Fish and Trophy size Tarpon. - Jim Soda Group is made up of 4 other associates, each who specializes all aspects of Real Estate. Visit: JimSoda.com Call or email us today! The Jim Soda Group 941-809-7759 / Email:

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Why are so many of the 'streetview' photos different from the listing photos in Trulia?

Asked Sat Jul 5 2008, 05:45 by Mike Piche - Venice - General Area - 3 answers

Jim Soda answered:

The street view photos come from Google. They will give you an idea of the homes positioning on a lot but can vary in accuracy. The listing photos were usually taken by the Realtor listing the home or in our case we hire a professional photographer to generate photos and a virtual tour. Listing photos should be the best quality for you as a consumer to view.

Jim Soda

Jim Soda Group

Prudential Palms Realty

Cell: 941.809-7759

Fax: 941.923.0834

Web: www.jimsoda.com

Blog: http://randyhrealtor.blogspot.com/ - Sat Jul 5 2008, 09:58

Is the rental market for homes in Sarasota very bad now? My sister, who lives in France, is thinking of

Asked Wed Jul 2 2008, 17:06 by M - Sarasota - Home Buying - 10 answers

Jim Soda answered:

Rentals properties are doing fairly well in Sarasota and Bradenton. With so many foreclosures, many families need to rent. Prices have been reduced to promote better cash-flow.
Jim Soda 941-809-7759
JimSoda.com
Prudential Palms realty
Sarasota, Fl. 34236 - Wed Jul 2 2008, 17:57

What is the difference in the building code after 2005? Do I need to purchase a home built after 2005?

Asked Thu Jun 26 2008, 07:40 by Mike - North Port - Home Buying - 8 answers

Jim Soda answered:

Remember codes change every year. The big code change was prior to 05'. What is most important is to conduct a thorough home inspection with a very reputable inspector. They will check foundation and all aspects of construction. You can certainly ask for a credit from the seller to bring things up to code. The closer you are to the water, for example east or west of SR 75 will affect your insurance costs as well. Remember to also check if the home you are considering is in a V zone. Which will require you to pay for added WIND insurance.

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Jim Soda
Jim Soda Group
Prudential Palms Realty
Cell: 941.809-7759
Fax: 941.923.0834
Web: www.jimsoda.com
Blog: http://randyhrealtor.blogspot.com/ - Thu Jun 26 2008, 09:40

Venice, FL Condo -- need some info/advice

Asked Thu Jun 26 2008, 05:53 by Vicki C - Venice - Home Selling - 3 answers

Jim Soda answered:

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Your daughter and son-in-law could ask their agent for a specific Marketing Plan. That plan should detail everything the agent is going to do during the life of the listing. For example: Place lockbox, take professional photos and virtual tour, conduct 1 open house p/month, send out e-blast, pitch new listing at Realtor Board Meeting, add home to a Broker Tour etc... Let all your neighbors know about the listing as each home owner will have friends that visit and they could be key potential buyers for you.

A 6-12 month lease is pretty standard. After all, if the agent is advertising the condo in papers or magazines there is lead time that is associated and planning that is necessary.

Be sure the condo is always in pristine conditions: beds made, candles burning, music on...you must remember all the key senses...smell, touch, taste etc...Bake fresh cookies. "Pull out ALL the stops!"
You are correct that a 1/1 is a much tougher sell than a 2/2. Maybe offer incentives like picking up closing costs...as your buyer may be a first time or younger buyer that is low on cash. - Thu Jun 26 2008, 09:29

How much cash is needed to purchase a home in foreclosure between 125-145k?

Asked Sat Jun 21 2008, 05:44 by Nancy Bennett - Port St Lucie - Home Buying - 4 answers

Jim Soda answered:

It depends if you apply for a VA or FHA. FHA is a tremendous too to use for Buyers. Find an EXPERIENCED FHA Lender that knows the process.
Jim Soda 941-809-7758
Sarasota - Lakewood Ranch - Longboat Key
Jim Soda Group
Prudential Palms Realty - Sun Jun 22 2008, 09:32

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