In December, Davidson Realty agent Maxine Levy took us on a video tour of Samara Lakes, a charming neighborhood a stone’s throw away from World Golf Village. Now, it’s time to take a look inside one of the gorgeous waterfront homes this community has to offer. Maxine not only sells Samara Lakes, she also lives there, so who better to show us around! (more…)
January 27, 2012
See why we are Raving About This Waterfront Home in Samara Lakes
December 16, 2011
Come Along for the Samara Lakes Video Tour!
Samara Lakes, located 3.5 miles west of I-95 off of International Golf Parkway, is a stone’s throw from World Golf Village and several championship golf courses including King & Bear and Slammer & Squire. It boasts superior amenities, an ideal location near pristine beaches and shopping, and an attractive range of floor plans and lot sizes.
One of the most attractive features in this picturesque neighborhood is the close proximity to many ideal attractions in Northeast Florida. World Golf Village’s sights and sounds, which include the World Golf Hall of Fame and IMAX Theater and the world famous Murray Brothers Caddyshack restaurant, are within a few miles. The Shops of Murabella, which feature Publix, Walgreens, CVS, Pizza Hut, Hair Cuttery, UPS Store and McDonalds, are within one mile. St. Augustine, Vilano and Crescent beaches, shopping at the St. Augustine and Premium Outlet Malls and Historic St. Augustine’s beauty and history are a short jaunt south and Jacksonville and its attractions are a few minutes north. (more…)
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December 23, 2010
10 Reasons Boomers Like Me Choose to Live in North Florida
There’s good reason that Florida’s population continues to grow, by as many as 800 each day. In fact here are 10 reasons Florida, and especially the North Florida region, is a great choice for retirement.
1. North Florida is less crowded and less congested than South Florida.
2. Cost of living: Florida has no state income tax, and in general our cost of goods is on par or lower than many other metro areas, as is our property taxes.
3. Real estate prices are at an all time low. There are great “deals” to be had right now – our World Golf Village and surrounding St. Augustine and Jacksonville markets are “on sale” for now but probably not too much longer.
4. We are packed with recreational amenities, including numerous golf courses (my personal favorite is the King & Bear at World Golf Village, but the TPC at Sawgrass is another standout); boating and fishing opportunities thanks to one of the largest rivers in North America, the St. Johns River, several lakes, creeks and of course the Atlantic Ocean; and home to the Jacksonville Jaguars NFL team.
5. Our top-notch medical facilities include the Mayo Clinic as well as teaching hospitals at UF Shands. Some of the best & brightest are involved in the healthcare system in and around Jacksonville & St Augustine.
6. Several 55+ communities offer an active retired lifestyle here, whether you’re looking for a condo or single family home. One well-located and affordably priced option is The Cascades in World Golf Village. (more…)
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October 11, 2010
Learn about the Latest and Greatest Flooring & Home Design Trends at the Davidson Speaker Series on October 28th
Have you seen the new ceramic tile flooring that looks like planks of hardwood? Two of my neighbors recently installed it in their homes and I’m having major bouts of floor envy! You bet I will be asking Richard of About Floors N’ More all about it at the next Davidson Speaker Series. We hope you’ll join us too on Thursday, October 28th at 7:00 pm as Richard Scherzer from About Floors N’ More presents “Updating Your House” as part of our ongoing Davidson Speaker Series. Richard will discuss bathroom remodels, kitchen remodels, new types of flooring, the latest products, home fashion trends, and what to avoid when hiring a contractor. He can also answer burning questions like Which type of flooring will best stand the test of time?, What tile trends are hot for bathrooms?, Which kitchen counter surface is most resilient? and What new trends should I jump on before my neighbors?.
The Davidson Speaker Series is a monthly event held at the Davidson Realty office at World Golf Village. It is free to the public. The Davidson Speaker Series was started by Sherry Davidson, President, Davidson Realty, Inc. so that local professionals could share their expertise with neighbors from World Golf Village, Palencia, Murabella, Kensington, Heritage Landing and the surrounding community. Wine and cheese are served and the event is held at the Davidson Realty offices, located at World Golf Village just across from Publix.
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September 27, 2010
SHORT SALE SUCCESS: A TRUE STORY
A homeowner facing a huge increase in her mortgage payment.
Short sold a home in World Golf Village.
Never missed a mortgage payment.
Process took about 30 days.
Seller bought a new, more affordable home just 6 months later.
No tall tale here. This is a true story of how a well-executed short sale can have a happy ending. Della Myers, a Real Estate Agent herself, saw the writing on the wall. Her 2004 purchase of a World Golf Village home was at the height of the market. The lender assured her that she could simply refinance (buoyed by all the equity she would gain from the robust market) before her low monthly “teaser” rate adjusted dramatically higher.
But the market changed. Della tried to get out in front of things. She knew her rate adjustment was coming and she would not be able to afford it. She put her home on the market but to no avail. She lowered the price and re-listed it. Again no bites. She couldn’t refinance because her home’s value was plummeting and would eventually end up appraised for about 50% less than she paid. Della knew a Short Sale, when the lender/bank agrees to take less for the home than the original loan value in order to avoid foreclosure, was her only hope. (more…)
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