This new housing boon will be beneficial to everyone in Rainbow Springs, elevating property values, bringing a sense of community by way of the New Club House, and help enhance the Real Estate Market. We have been waiting for this for a long time, and cannot wait to be a part of the future growth coming to Rainbow Springs!
Come By and See Us Today!
PHOTO:Left to Right: Grant Waldman, Bruce Kaufman (Builder), Geoff Goetz ( Gissy-Goetz Properties), Keith Caton (Owner Broker RSRG), Rosalie Adler (Owner Agent RSRG, Dale Ravens (Owner Agent RSRG), Yulee Commander (Owner Agent RSRG) and Michelle Young (Agent; Sales, Marketing, & Office Coordinator RSRG)
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For Sale by Owner or “FSBO” transactions are often seen in a seller’s market, where homeowners want to profit as much as possible without having to pay a commission. Sounds like a SWEET Deal Doesn’t It? But Is It Really??
Research shows utilizing a professional real estate agent will get you a higher profit, generally enough to cover the commission as well as put more money in your bank account. Sounds Good Doesn’t it? According to the National Association of Realtors 2016, there is an average difference of $60,000 between the average FSBO and agent represented home. WOW, what would you do with an extra $60,000?
Here are Some of Our top Reasons Why FSBO May Be More of a Headache than You Think!
- You Post and Sell Things Online~ Meet them at the Local Police Station or Walgreens to make the transaction. YET, you are willing to let perfect strangers in your house? YIKES!
A professional realtor not only accompanies his/her clients to the showings, we screen our buyers ensuring your home will be shown to qualified buyers. Saving you time and energy from showing your home to under-qualified or unscrupulous buyers, as well as noisy neighbors.
- Posting An Ad Online and Marketing Your Home may not be as easy as you think
For Sale by Owner will need more than just a sign out front of your home. Picking what online marketing is confusing and tricky to say the least.
A professional realtor has access to a multiple listing service that reaches all area agents, search engines that allow specific criteria, and links to hundreds of websites. In order for a private owner to accomplish that amount of wide spread exposure would cost him/her far more than the commission they were trying to save.
- Homes for sale by owner could be priced wrong
Those who put their homes on the market as FSBO tend to set a price based on an online assessment tool. “Using a free online valuation tool is like bringing your doctor a printout of your Google search about symptoms and possible cures,” says Jon Sterling, a real estate consultant. “There’s no substitute for actual market knowledge.”
A real estate professional will provide an accurate home value based on a comprehensive market analysis to help you arrive at the right listing price. “The goal is to make sure you’re pricing your home in the sweet spot—not too high so that you are turning off potential buyers, and not too low so you are leaving money on the table.”
- Spending Too Much to Bring Curb Appeal!
A home owner has a hard time viewing his/her home objectively. An over grown lawn, broke down mailbox or That Bright Purple Wall with Orange Stripes may be a declaration to your favorite team; however, to a buyer it may be just enough for them to move on the next home. On the other hand, you might end up investing far more money than is needed. You are convinced your 20 year old kitchen needs a complete overhaul a cost of approximately $50,000. Instead, an experienced agent may recommend an $8,000 investment for paint, staging, and minor repairs, which can still net $45,000 above a targeted price.
Your professional real estate agent has an eye for detail and can recommend simple, budget-conscious swaps that can translate into real dollars when it comes negotiation time. A Real Estate Professional knows how to get the most bang for your buck.
- Preparing your own paperwork can be frustrating!
Unless you have a background in contracts or law, you might want to leave the paperwork to the pros. A sales contract can consist of up to 12 pages of legal interpretation, then the closing documents can be 20 or more! A home owner could open him/herself up to lawsuits by not knowing state requirements. For example, houses set inside a Property Owners Association, Like Rainbow Springs, Require a Comprehensive Rider and Disclosures; houses built before 1978 require an addendum regarding lead-based paint and some states need a release confirming the presence of carbon monoxide detectors.
How an agent can help: Your agent will take care of all property disclosures and corresponding documentation to avoid future liability. As well as walk hand in hand with you step by step through the entire process making sure you are content and covered.
Now, if those aren’t enough reasons, give us a call and we can give you some more! We look forward to working hard for you! Rainbow Springs Realty Group, 352-489-6595
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Dunnellon
The Annual Jazz Up Dunnellon Music Festival Is Slated for October 20, 2018 From 3-9 PM! 10 Stages will Line the downtown Streets of Dunnellon showcasing Jazz, Country, Rock, Blues & Classic Genres! Something For Everybody to Enjoy! It’s Always A Fun Filled Family Event With Food Vendors, Sponsors, The Best Entertainment Around!
For More Information Regarding Vendors, Sponsors, and Bands –
please visit www.dunnellonchamber.com
For Information Visit: www.facebook.com/jazzupdunnellonmusicfestival/
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February 1 Grandview Invitational: 11008 S HWY 475, Ocala
February 2 Bat Viewing:6 pm to 7 pm Ft. Cooper State Park, Inverness
February 2 Highland Craft Brew Festival: 6 pm-9 pm275 S Rock Crusher Rd Crystal River
February 7 Citrus Uncorked: 8123 S Lecanto Hwy, Lecanto
February 12 Rainbow Springs Ramblers-Giraffe Ranch Safari: [email protected]
February 16 Ranger Led Hike: 9:00 am to 10:00 am Ft. Cooper State Park, Inverness
February 22 Full Moon Bat Viewing: 5:30 pm to 6:30 pm Ft. Cooper State Park, Inverness
February 23 Par Tee For Veterans 4 Man Golf Scramble: 7:30 a.m. to 12:00 9301 Ft. Island Trail, Crystal River
March 2 2019 Habitat Strawberry Festival: 9 am to 5 pm 601 SE 25th Ave, Ocala
March 13 Rainbow Springs Ramblers: Stetson Manor: [email protected]
March 14 -17 Ocala Spring Carnival: 2200 NE Jacksonville Rd., Ocala
March 16 St. Patrick’s Festival & Parade: 5 pm to 9pm Inverness
March 16 Shamrock Shenanigans, a music festival for literacy: 5 pm to 10 pm 120 SW 5 th St., Ocala
March 30 Pine Ridge Obstacle Course Challenge: 8 am to 4 pm 6850 SE 41 st Ct.,Ocala
March 30 Marion County’s 175th Anniversary Celebration: 601 SE 25th Ave., Ocala
April 5 & 6 Magnolia Junkin Market – Spring – 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. 540 NE 14th St., Ocala
April 6 Spring Home Outdoor Living Show: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Crystal River Armory, Crystal River
April 8 Rainbow Springs Ramblers: Pancakes and Pontoons:
April 12 -14 6 th Annual Ocala Bike Festival: 5331 N US HWY 441, Ocala
April 13 The Taste – 4 p.m. to 8 p.m.212 W Main St., Inverness
To See the Flyers for Rainbow Springs Ramblers Events: Visit the community and resources page at: www.rspoa.nabrnetwork.com
To Book call AAA at 352-753-2500 EXT 2245
Regular Group Meetings:
Bridge: Mondays – Woman’s Club at Noon
Rainbow River Conservation- 3rd Monday of Month 7 pm at Dunnellon Chamber of Commerce Building
RS Garden Club – 4th Thursday 1pm– Dunnellon Masonic Lodge (Fees Apply) (except July & Aug)
RS State Park Volunteers- 4th Monday (Except May & Dec-2nd Monday)
Rainbow Springs Residents Organization: 1st Thursday- Sheriff’s US Hwy 41 (except July & Aug)
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Whether you are for or against the proposed country club refurbishing, everyone can certainly agree it has stirred up some emotions in this nostalgic nature hub. As the local real estate center, we can honestly say that the main grievance we have heard from our clients that are looking to sell and move elsewhere is “there aren’t enough activities around here.” Sure we live in Mother Nature’s playground, but there is also a niche that needs to be filled that only a community center can do. To round out the top objections to we hear are “What is that monstrosity of weeds across the street?” and “what do you mean my property has lost that much value, we paid x and it is only worth x?? II How can that be?”
Mr. Jim Gissy has proposed a plan to ease all of this discontentment and offer us a Once in A Lifetime Opportunity to flourish once again! If voted in, his plan would swiftly take action starting in July of 2018 and include Refurbishing the Old Rainbow Springs Country Club, Pool, Converting the Tennis Courts to Pickle Ball Courts, and RV! Boat Storage I The Community Center would house the POA and once again host Classes including but not limited to line dancing, art, yoga, and ceramics, Social & Community Events, Parties, Meetings, Games, and so much more.
If you aren’t interested in social activities and getting to know your neighbors, then the sheer fact that the most important investment you’ve made, your home, will see a 3-5% increase in value. Comparing Rainbow Springs Home Values to those in other like neighborhoods, we have had a net loss of home value from 4-9%1 Wouldn’t it be great to get some of that back?
There will always be a multitude of opinions on matters like these, but if you would like to see the work of Mr. Jim Gissy, please stop by our office on the hill! He is our landlord. Everyone that walks into our front door, is awe inspired by the quality and beauty that we have the privilege of working in everyday, thanks to Mr. Gissy. We can attest to his word and honor as a business man and pillar of our community. We respect your decision and your vote, but ask you to consider all sides! If you have any questions prior to voting, please contact our sales office at 352-489-6595 and we would be happy to answer all your questions! Remember, we don’t just sell here, we LIVE here!!
Every year thousands flock to downtown Dunnellon for a taste of Music, Fun, and All That Small Town living has to offer! Our very own Keith Caton, (Broker-Owner) makes regular appearances on the stage!
Take me back to yesterday, Boomtown Days Dunnellon does just that. From Six Gun Territory Performances to Pie Eating Contest, Beauty Pageants, Music and Dance~ this festival is fun for all. Browse the vendors, Appease the Appetite on the Food Extravaganza, Win the Crown and Watch the Cancan Dancers, Everywhere you Look there is an exciting sight to behold! Year after year it gets better and better. Take me back to the good ole days or just come to Dunnellon! Check out all the action on the Facebook Page! www.facebook.com/dunnellonboomtown/
