Steve Armstrong

I'm a:	Real Estate Professional
Company:	Smith & Associates Real Estate
Location:	Tampa
Web sites:	UniqueTampaHomes.com

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Steve Armstrong is a South Tampa Realtor Professional with Smith and Associates Real Estate who lives on the water. I enjoy the great way of life offered by the Tampa Bay area. My family has lived in the Tampa/Clearwater area since 1984 and involved in real estate since 1995. I enjoy helping buyers and seller in these difficult real estate times look for oppoturnities to buy or sell their unique home. On a personal note, I am an avid boater, snowboarder, wake boarder and sports enthusiast. My additional interests involve environmental causes like the Sierra club and alternative energy solutions like Solar energy.

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Advice on how to move our house in South Tampa

Asked Sun Mar 9 2008, 12:09 by Julie Weeder - Tampa - Home Selling - 5 answers

Steve Armstrong answered:

Unfortunately, many of us feel that exact same pain. The fact that you are getting lookers is a very good sign. You may want to encourage your Realtor to follow up with previous showings to see what they bought so you can compare that to your house. In this buyers market, it is not uncommon for people to look at 30+ properties and take their time in making a decision. Definitely make sure your home is easily accessible and in show condition as much as possible with things clean and less clutter. Take advantage of the free places to promote your home--Craigslist, Zillow, flipit and others. On a positive note in South Tampa we are definitely seeing an increase in activity since the beginning of the year which is a positive sign. - Thu Mar 13 2008, 15:53

Are any homes for re-sale offering concessions anymore? I have my down payment saved based on the high end

Asked Sun Mar 9 2008, 18:46 by Florida40 - Tampa - Home Buying - 10 answers

Steve Armstrong answered:

Yes, I have been surprised recently how willing sellers are to give to make a deal happen. Yes there are competing foreclosures, but sellers are mostly aware of the market. As you continue to look for homes, dont be afraid to include provisions in the offer or ask for what down payment concessions you need to make the deal happen. Just because one house cant always make concessions, it doesn't mean that others will not. Good Luck! - Thu Mar 13 2008, 13:28

How do I get my condo rented out for a coporate accout? I have my condo furnished and it's on the water..

Asked Thu Mar 13 2008, 12:54 by Charlene - 33624 - Tech Tips - 4 answers

Steve Armstrong answered:

Charlene,

There are many companies that specialize in corporate relocation and rentals. Generally you are looking for a professional property management company which will take a sizeable amount of the rent to manage your property. My customers that have gone this route have talked to companies like CorporateHousing.com and Nika Corporate Housing....there are many other companies like this so good luck. - Thu Mar 13 2008, 13:14

Are prices going to fall more in the Tampa area?

Asked Fri Sep 7 2007, 12:46 by Riz - Tampa - Foreclosure - 13 answers

Steve Armstrong answered:

Great question and as you can see, experts, homeowners, speculators and Realtors have different ideas and perspectives on this subject. A great article came out today in the Tampa Tribune, I have attached that for review here. This shows a little information on both sides of the story. If you listen to the real estate news headlines, it is all doom and gloom, yet as this article points out--homes are selling in Tampa, yet sellers have to give more on price. - Sat Dec 29 2007, 06:44

what is the pros and cons of buying a waterfront property in the Tampa FL area? I'm new to the Tampa area.

Asked Tue Dec 11 2007, 13:07 by G - Tampa - Home Buying - 18 answers

Steve Armstrong answered:

Great question, I not only sell waterfront homes, I live in on a canal in South Tampa. As you mentioned, living on a canal saves you storage and dockage fees but these homes sell for a premium. Some additional things to consider:
1) Insurance, you will pay more in home owners insurance and flood
2) Sea wall--insurance generally doesn't cover anything that happens to your sea wall
3) canal depth--dredging can be expensive, is difficult to get neighborhood consensus and regulatory approval
On the flip side, waterfront properties are desireable, limited and generally hold their value, Also check with your neighborhood association on trailer storage and boat parking rules.

Good luck
Steve Armstrong - Fri Dec 14 2007, 11:30

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