Jody Skapyak

"Realtor"

I'm a:	Real Estate Professional
Company:	Michael Saunders & Co.
Location:	Sarasota
Web sites:	JodySkapyak.michaelsaunders.com
Phone:	(941) 400-5603

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About Me

Before her career in real estate, Jody Skapyak was a corporate software trainer who helped executives learn and understand the various computer programs critical to their organizations. Some of the companies that she worked with included: Fairview Hospitals and Healthcare in Minnesota; Tropicana; Arthur Andersen; and several local law firms. Prior to that, she attended Normandale Community College, where she completed her Associate’s of Arts degree. She also attended Metropolitan State University, where she studied Computer Information Systems.

Jody’s work experience in Sarasota County has spanned over 10 years. She and her family have lived in North Sarasota, Palmer Ranch and Osprey communities. Her home sales range from Bradenton south to Englewood, providing her clients with expert knowledge on the various neighborhoods throughout these areas. With the rapid advance in real estate technology, Jody is able to stay ahead of the curve and effectively find the information her clients need to make informed decisions on buying or selling real estate. Jody has a keen sense of knowing her clients’ needs by attentiveness to details and her ability to cater to their unique situations.

Originally from Minnesota, Jody is married and has three children. She is involved in her children’s school activities and sporting events. In her leisure time, Jody enjoys reading, biking, boating, traveling, playing tennis, going to the beach and is a Tampa Bay Buccaneers fan.

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selling in sarasota florida.what are the typical required fees charged to the seller?thanks

Asked Fri Jul 11 2008, 06:48 by Don - Sarasota - Home Selling - 5 answers

Jody Skapyak answered:

Hi Don,
Here is detailed information regarding Estimated Sale Expenses in Sarasota, if you have addtional questions please let me know:

Brokerage Fee (typically 6-7% of the sales price)

Documentary Stamps on Deed (.70 per $100.00 of sales price)

Home Warranty Plan (optional - starting at about $385.00 and up)

Title Insurance (buyer or seller pays)
(Estimated at $5.75 per $1000 to $100,000 plus $5 per $1000 to $1 million plus
$3 per $1000 thereafter, and $275 for search/exam/closing)

Costs paid on behalf of Buyer (optional)

1st Mortgage Balance (as of last statement) (Most lenders will refund escrow within a few weeks after receipt of payoff funds.)

2nd Mortgage or Equity Line Balance

Special Assessments

Other Liens

ESTIMATED SALES EXPENSES

ESTIMATED NET PROCEEDS

PRORATIONS, PAYOFFS, AND CREDITS AT CLOSING:
Final costs will be determined by the closing agent and/or your lender. The following identifies certain charges and credits you may have at the final settlement.
• Pay off outstanding balance of your current mortgage(s). Most lenders will refund escrow within a few weeks after receipt of payoff funds.
• Prorated Current Year’s Taxes. (Per diem charge for current year’s real estate taxes from January 1 to closing) and any unpaid taxes from prior year. Credit for any prepaid charges such as waste/recycle.
• Credit for any Association Dues or similar fees prepaid by Seller (or charge for any unpaid amount).
• Payoff of any special assessments required by Contract.
• Credit for prepaid homeowner’s insurance (ask your insurance company; refundable outside of closing.)

OTHER POTENTIAL CHARGES:
• Attorney’s fees.
• Express mail and/or courier fees.
• Recording Fees.
• Property repairs & termite treatment, per inspection results and Contract limits.
Contract limit for repair of warranted items = _________ and for wood-destroying organisms = __________.
Other repair items = _____________.
• Wiring fee. ($10 each wire transfer) - Fri Jul 11 2008, 07:11

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 - 15 answers

Jody Skapyak answered:

Now is a great time to buy here in Sarasota and if the home is in nice, clean condition and is priced at a reasonable rental rate depending on the location, she should be able to rent it. I can help her with finding a renter and am already working with several renters looking in the area. My e-mail address is JodySkapyak@michaelsaunders.com. - Fri Jul 11 2008, 06:53

I purchased a condo in a building with a nice laundry room in the basement. My unit has 1-1/2 baths.The 1/2

Asked Fri Jul 11 2008, 06:29 by Cynthia - All locations - Market Conditions - 1 answer

Jody Skapyak answered:

If it is a one bedroom condo, in my opinion, it would be nice to be able to do your laundry right in your own unit. However, if it is a two bedroom, I think the extra bathroom is important. - Fri Jul 11 2008, 06:44