Jaime Cacchio & Erin Lewis

"Your Superior Real Estate Team!"
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Jaime Cacchio & Erin Lewis,  in Saint Augustine, FL
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About Me
OUR TEAM
"Why a team?" Working as a team allows for a type of synergy that produces double the service for our customers. We are able to combine multi-disciplinary and multi-faceted marketing approaches as well as draw from two pools of contacts that can help you in your endeavors. Because of new consumer expectations and changes in technology, there is a continued need to approach the real estate community with fresh ideas. Whether you are buying or selling, the power of two can work for you! ... an agent will always be within reach.

JAIME
I believe St. Augustine is one of the best-kept secrets in Florida. I moved here in 1994 to attend Flagler College. I graduated with a B.A. degree in Elementary Education with a specialization in Spanish. I taught in the St. Johns County School District for seven years where I was honored as Teacher of the Year for Crookshank Elementary. My educational experience has provided me with communication and relationship building skills that parallel the qualities of a successful real estate professional. My goal is to assist others in finding the ideal property unique to their needs and desires. Whether that is taking advantage of a lucrative market or searching for your dream property at the beach, along the water, or on the green, I would be happy to help. I welcome the opportunity to assist you in your Real Estate needs in this charming community.

ERIN
I moved to St. Augustine in 1999 and now proudly call it my home. I graduated with high honors from Flagler College with a B.A. in Business Administration, Fine Arts, and Graphic Design with a minor in Advertising. This unique combination of skills has greatly assisted me in my real estate career. I am involved in many leadership roles in the community and enjoy getting to know my fellow St. Augustine citizens, as well as being a part of several professional organizations. I hold the designation of Graduate of Realtor® Institute (GRI), which is deemed the "masters program for REALTORS®". I also completed the "ePro" designation in 2006, which allows me to better excel in the area of technology pertaining to the filed of real estate. These skills assist me in helping people reach their real estate goals, whether they are interested in investing in this great market, or searching for their dream oceanfront home. I would like the opportunity to get to know you and your individual dreams.
Testimonials
""Thank you for helping me through the whole house-buying experience! You provided so much information that was so clear and you were always available to talk to - even when I was freaking out. Thank you for being so calm and honest with me. I look forward to learning more about home ownership and I’m glad to have friends like you!""
Kristin Mullins Fri Nov 11, 2005
""It was a pleasure to work with you. You made the potentially trying process of locating and purchasing my property a breeze. i will recommend you to my friends and family and others interested in buying property.""
Mark Gaskins Sat Mar 11, 2006
""This was the easiest process because you only informed me when it was necessary. Thank you and I will be looking for you when I sell my next house!""
Mike Scine Tue May 9, 2006
""Erin & Jaime went the extra mile when the closing looked like it would not go through. They got on the phone and made calls to keep things moving. I’ve never worked with agents that were so willing to do whatever it takes to get the job done. Thanks!""
Ron & Kim Baxter Sun Sep 10, 2006
""Thank you for being so patient with all of our questions. As first time homebuyers in a new area, you definitely made it a good experience for us. We love our home and we wouldn’t be in it without all of your hard work! Thanks! We’ll be using you whenever we decide to move!""
Aaron & Bethany Peacock Fri Jun 11, 2004
""Thank you so much for helping us find a home we adore! It is so nice to know we can call this house 'our home.' We truly appreciate everything you did for us, especially your honesty, understanding, patience, and amazing efforts. You remained so positive and you were truly a blessing to us! God Bless!""
Gil & Lauren Rivera Sat Jun 11, 2005
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Jaime Cacchio & Erin Lewis answered:
There are reports on both sides of the table...some that say we're at the bottom, and some that say that the bottom hasn't hit yet. No one knows for sure. As real estate agents, we've seen a slight up-turn in the St. Augustine area since about May. Some days there are even more closed or pending properties than new listings (which means a slight decrease in inventory).

The inventory is still relatively high, interest rates are low, and prices are some of the best we've seen in years...so overall it's a great time to look for a deal and act on it!

The "Live In St Augustine" TEAM
Jaime Cacchio & Erin Lewis - Fri Aug 15 2008, 12:23

Have home prices hit the bottom in St Augustine

Jaime Cacchio & Erin Lewis answered:
Of course, no one can predict with absolute certainty, but we have been seeing a very slight drop in the inventory in the past couple of months, which is always a good sign. Here is a link to an article in the NY Times talking about when the prices may begin to rise again.
http://preaecards.com/ve/ZZQs6895CE9472fPy9/stype=click/OID=…

Have a great day.
Erin Lewis & Jaime Cacchio
REALTORS®, GRI®, ePro®, eCertified® - Thu Jul 10 2008, 10:01
Jaime Cacchio & Erin Lewis answered:
Yes BIll, Tobias is right...no matter what advice you receive on here, it is best to consult an attorney as we are not licensed to give legal advice. Your agent may have a legal team they can consult at their office, or also all Florida Realtors are able to call the 'legal hotline'. - Wed Jul 9 2008, 06:29
It seems like, if the only contingency on your contract was that of an inspection, then you are entitled to your deposit. One question I would ask your agent (or the agent of the seller), is WHO is holding the escrow money. If the real estate brokerage is holding the escrow, then you can contact that broker, because there are certain guidelines they must follow with disbursement. Also, because a real estate broker is under the guidelines of FREC (FL Real Estate Commission), it will have to go into mediation first (which normally saves the headache of going through lawyers, etc).

But, if that brokerage doesn't hold the escrow, and instead turns the money over to a closing company (title co., closing attorney), then they are not regulated under FREC, and you may just have to fight in court. Hopefully it won't get to that point, and the broker can read the contract and follow what it says in order to disperse the money justly. - Wed Jul 9 2008, 06:19
My Listings
420 S Villa San Marco Drive, Saint Augustine, FL 32084 420 S Villa…
$179,900
2 br  2 ba  
410 S Villa San Marco Drive, Saint Augustine, FL 32084 410 S Villa…
$145,900
1 br  1.0 ba Listing Web Site
924 Palermo Rd, Saint Augustine, FL 32086 924 Palermo…
$145,000
2 br  1½ ba  
3970 Myrtle St, Saint Augustine, FL 32084 3970 Myrtle…
$329,500
3 br  2.0 ba Listing Web Site
5 9th St, Saint Augustine, FL 32080 5 9th St, S…
$589,500
  0.0 ba Listing Web Site
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Specialties
We specialize in residential real estate transactions, including listing properties and working with buyers as Single Agents. We've closed numerous 'short sales' and can handle dealing with single family homes, condos, townhomes, multi-family units, vacant lots & land, and even investment properties.

We can assist in many areas around St. Augustine, from Anastasia Island & St. Augustine Beach (Whispering Oaks, Davis Shores, Atlantic Beach, Coquina Gables, Sunset Pointe, Sea Colony, Crescent Beach), Historic Downtown (North City, Lincolnville), and the Mainland (Sanctuary, Presidential Gardens, St. Augustine Shores, St. Augustine South, Whisper Ridge, Royal St. Augustine, Watson Road, Grand Cay), to the North St. Johns County area (Eagle Creek, Palencia, World Golf Village, Heritage Landing, Meadows, Vilano Beach, Ponte Vedra Beach), and even condo complexes around the city (Villa San Marco, Preserve, Conquistadors, Las Palmas, Florida Club, Makarios, Ocean Village, St. Augustine Ocean & Racquet, and MANY MORE).
Certifications & Awards
GRI® - Earned Prestigious Distinction of "Gratuate REALTOR® Institute" in 2004
ePro@ - Earned this Certification for Internet Professionalism in 2005
Member of Women's Council of REALTORS®, 2004-2007
Member of the St. Augustine/St. Johns County Board of REALTORS®, 2004-present
Member of the Florida Association of REALTORS®, 2004-present
Member of the National Board of REALTORS®, 2004-present
eCertified® - Earned Prudential Real Estate eCommerce designation in 2008
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