JUST SOLD: $600,000 short sale within walking distance of Siesta Key Beach This 5 bedroom, 3 bath home within minutes from the beautiful Siesta Key Beach just closed at the price of $600,000. This was a short sale transaction, which presented some typical challenges along the way, but closed with the satisfaction of all parties involved. A Short Sale transaction means that this is a sale for less than what is owed on the home. The bank must approve the seller to sell this way, as they have to provide evidence that they cannot pay off the note and not all of these transactions are approved. Once a contract is submitted, it typically takes an average of 3-6 months from contract to closing but they vary greatly. The majority of short-sales that Shayla has handled have fallen into the 3-6 month category with many these days closing in 90 days! Both Buyers and Sellers face difficult and unique problems when dealing with a short-sale. As long as each party is educated by their agents and know what pitfalls and hurdles could come their way, the process isn't as painful as it could be. Unfortunately there are no set guidelines that fit every transaction. You should always expect delays with a short sale and having a professional agent to guide you is crucial. There are different reasons why the transaction may be delayed. Some of the most common are: the buyer not wanting to wait for a reply from the lienholder; the seller not wanting to move out or in denial that the have to sell their home this way; paperwork issues; loan delays; etc. If you are considering entering a short sale transaction as a buyer, you should know that just because you offer full price does not ensure acceptance by the bank. They can counter any of the terms presented in the initial contract that is signed by both the buyer and seller. With the changes in the local market, lenders are looking at prices closer to market value whereas during the Recession, they were willing to accept lower offers. These are changes an experienced realtor is aware of and will consider when advising you on a short sale transaction! In close, despite it's name, a "short sale" is NEVER short. They should deem them the "long sale." So working with a seasoned Realtor who is an expert in the distressed property transactions will save you a lot of grey hairs and stress along the way!

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This gem of a house was built in the 1950s, when its neighborhood undoubtedly felt remote. The university footprint has expanded in the 70 years since, however, and today this home sits on prime real estate—easy biking and reasonable walking distance to campus. When it went up for sale in 2017, it was largely unaltered. Our clients purchased it to renovate and resell, and while we all knew we'd need to add square footage to make it profitable, we also wanted to respect the neighborhood and the house’s own history. Swedes have a word that means “just the right amount”: lagom. It is a guiding philosophy for us at SYH, and especially applied in this renovation. Part of the soul of this house was about living in just the right amount of space. Super sizing wasn’t a thing in 1950s America. So, the solution emerged: keep the original rectangle, but add an L off the back. With no owner to design with and for, SYH created a layout to appeal to the masses. All public spaces are the back of the home--the new addition that extends into the property’s expansive backyard. A den and four smallish bedrooms are atypically located in the front of the house, in the original 1500 square feet. Lagom is behind that choice: conserve space in the rooms where you spend most of your time with your eyes shut. Put money and square footage toward the spaces in which you mostly have your eyes open. In the studio, we started calling this project the Mullet Ranch—business up front, party in the back. The front has a sleek but quiet effect, mimicking its original low-profile architecture street-side. It’s very Hoosier of us to keep appearances modest, we think. But get around to the back, and surprise! lofted ceilings and walls of windows. Gorgeous.

Miller + Miller Real Estate | The home features a heated outdoor second kitchen with multiple grills, stainless steel appliances, a stone fireplace, party area, reclaimed stone edifice, custom Mexican stone sink and cooking island which overlook the pool. Under the pergola, the outdoor second heated kitchen has an additional gas oven, built-in Viking grill with side sear burner, smoke drawer + rotisserie. High BTU Wok burner. PRIMO charcoal grill for precise grilling/smoking. Authentic MUGNAINI pizza oven great for entertaining ( cooks 2-3 pizzas at a time. ) Tumbled marble stone floors + a wood burning stone fireplace. The luxury home’s backyard patio and outdoor kitchen features multiple grills, stainless steel appliances, a stone fireplace, heaters, party area, reclaimed stone edifice, custom Mexican stone sink and cooking island which overlook the pool. Photographed by MILLER+MILLER Architectural Photography

VSI The 9-acre Mimosa Hall, built circa 1840, is a landmark of neoclassical design with extensive gardens in the vibrant historic district of Roswell, Georgia, 20 miles north of Atlanta. The 6,000-square-foot temple-style home has heart-of-pine floors throughout, a black-and-white marble hall, soaring ceilings, and 10 fireplaces. Famed architect Neel Reid made Mimosa his home in the 1920s, creating a double parlor and designing a long fieldstone driveway and courtyard. The gardens include century-old trees, imposing boxwood hedges, rare specimen trees, stone walls, paths, parterres, a swimming pool, and a 19th Century grist mill refashioned into a barn. In addition, 21 acres of adjoining woods are for sale, one of the few remaining tracts of developable land of its size within walking distance of Roswell’s old town square.

We designed the gate to be a focal point for the yard and after it was finished, we found a metal art piece at a garage sale for $5 which completed it perfectly. I added diagonal bracing on the outside of the gate and 6x6 posts on either side to guarantee that it would last for many years.

Our outdoor poly lumber complete dining sets are the perfect addition to your outdoor kitchen. Set up a formal dining area for an upscale party. Line up the burgers and hotdogs for a neighborhood barbeque. Set your beverage on an outdoor furniture table before you drift off for an after dinner nap. Our Amish patio furniture is stylish, tough, and comfortable–the perfect fit for your backyard!

Wow! Now this is a kitchen to entertain in! A built in banquette with comfortable plush pillows. An EcoSmart fireplace. Pub height counter for wine tasting. An efficient prep sink on the island. This is a place for a party! Creative design from Cabinet Sales Plus.

Miller + Miller Real Estate | 9′ x 18′ Naperville Wine Cellar. Showcase your wine collection, store up to 800 favorite bottles on hand for parties and entertaining. Enjoy a wine cellar, theater/media room, bar, game room, poker room, 5th bed/office/exercise room totaling 2,147 square feet of finished basement. Impressive European-style brick wine cellar with capacity for > 800 bottles, slate floor, stucco walls. Old-world design with state-of-the-art technology including Euro-Cave chiller and remote control temperature option. Photographed by MILLER+MILLER Architectural Photography

This basement bar is soon to be the life of the party. With modern two toned cabinets, a wooden accent wall and immediate access to the walkout patio, what's not to love? Photo Credit: Tom Graham

This project was an update and addition to a historic firehouse in Pacific Heights. The original layout included the engine room, a bunkroom and a cook’s cottage at the rear. Our work was primarily to work with a collection of odd spaces at the rear and create kids bedrooms, a light court and design a more creative and inviting court yard between the existing buildings. After the renovation the home retains the character of the firehouse with 4 bedrooms to complement the party / play space on the ground floor, and the quintessential great room upstairs. Paul Dryer Photography

Photo: Hilary Walker © 2013 Houzz
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Are you looking for a beautiful pavilion to enhance your property? Look no further than B&L Woodworking! Our outdoor pavilions for sale are made from premium materials and are built to last. Not only are our Amish pavilions breathtaking, but also highly functional. You can use them for gatherings, parties, or just relaxing in the sun. And with our custom options, you can get a structure that is perfectly designed to meet your needs.

No one has ever lived closer to the taps of Lost Rhino Retreat, cardio training at Sport & Health, or date night at Fox Cinemas. Get ready for a 4-story front row seat to concerts and events. With your own private Elevator that puts Blue Ridge Grill, Harris Teeter, and dozens of shops and restaurants within seconds of your front door. Get ready for a Yard In The Sky—a rooftop terrace so large you’ll host the ultimate dinner parties under the stars. Visit our Sales Gallery today.

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