Real Estate Listings Expire Because….

As a real estate agent in Brevard County, Florida I rarely ever went after an expired real estate listing.  Why?

First of all, a real estate listing expires for one reason – the property did not sell! Not funny, ehh?  Most sellers will agree!

The real reason a listing has expired may be as a result of a single issue or, more often, a combination of several reasons.  Some of these may include...

1. Listing Period Abbreviated.  I know some real estate agents who take listings for 45 days. The seller is not obligated long term however the real estate agent usually comes back for an extension. 
2. Lack of a marketing plan.  It is all about exposure. If the price is right and the real estate agent uses the right tools, an offer should come in a reasonable time.  If the price is right yet the traffic is mission, think ineffective marketing! 
3. Priced incorrectly.  It does come down to price. Price must be consistent with the competition and property condition.

If your Viera or Suntree Florida listing is about to expire, ask me why.  I will gladly  tell you what I think. I am not going to bad mouth your real estate agent (after all, he or she could be your child...no you wouldn't!).

I have had listings that just did not work out. I loved my clients and respected them a great deal but things just did not click.  Sometimes that is the case with others.

Call me at 321-693-3850 and lets talk. Or, just drop me an email.  Gary Waters, Florida licensed real estate agent, Bucci Realty, Rockledge Florida working exclusively with Century 21 Baytree Realty.

Additional information may be found by visiting the web sites below:

Florida Homes for Sale
Observations from a Viera Florida Real Estate Agent
Brevard County Florida Real Estate Information
Moving to Brevard County Florida
Florida Homes For Sale - Revised

There is a Real Estate Agent for Every Type of Seller and a Seller for Every Type of Real Estate Agent!

I have read many articles and heard many comments on how to select the right real estate agent.

But the answer is there is no cookie cutter real estate agent that is right for every situation – at least in Brevard County, Florida!

Selling your house as well as buying a house is an involved, often stressful process that, in an ideal situation, works best when the client and the real estate agent create a good working relationship!

Not all personal relationships are good and successful. Likewise, not all real estate agent/client relationships will succeed.

Sometimes you have to say “next!” Sometimes you have to pull the plug on a bad relationship!

After all, in Brevard County Florida there are 1,500+ real estate agents so you know there is an agent for every type of seller and buyer!

Gary Waters, Florida licensed real estate agent, Bucci Realty, working exclusively with the Realtors of Century 21 Baytree Realty. Call me at 321-693-3850 or email agent@moving2brevard.com.

Read my blog Observations from a Viera Florida Estate Agent for tips on marketing your Viera, Suntree, or Cocoa Beach home (any Brevard County area!).

When buying a home, there are no silly questions.

When buying a home there are no silly questions.

Buying a home is a major step in ones life.  Buying a home is a significant commitment as well as financial decision. 

In the above paragraph  I intentionally neglected to say buying a home is an investment because, although it can be, it is a home first!

Even if a buyer has previously purchased a home there will be questions.   

Your real estate agent should be able to advise as well as answer any questions you may have about the process.   Ask away....for there are no silly questions!


Call me or drop me an email if you have any questions about buying or selling a house in Brevard County, Florida.

Gary Waters, Florida licensed real estate broker and owner of Waters Realty of Brevard in Melbourne, Florida.  Call him at 321-693-3850 or email him.

Read his blogs at Florida Homes for Sale and Moving to Brevard County for more information on buying and selling a home in Brevard County, Florida.

What do you expect from your Brevard County Real Estate Agent?

When hiring a real estate agent to sell your Brevard County Florida home, what are your expectations?

Do you expect your Brevard County real estate agent:

• to be available when you have a question?
• to be forthright when recommending a selling price?
• to know what homes in your neighborhood are selling for and have sold for recently?
• to have resources to recommend such as home inspectors, repair services, title companies, mortgage contacts and the like?
• to have experience in short sales if you are looking at a short sale situation?

These are all realistic expectations.

If selling your Brevard County Florida home or condo is in your future, drop me an email to agent@movng2brevard.com or call me at 321-693-3850 to discuss how we can meet exceed your expectations!

Gary Waters, Florida licensed real estate agent, Bucci Realty, working on an exclusive basis with Century 21 Baytree Realty.

Read my blog Florida Homes for Sale and Observations of a Viera Florida Real Estate Agent.

Is it sucking up or getting a real estate listing?

Is it sucking up or just doing whatever it takes to get the listing?

As I was browsing the business section of yesterday's Florida Today newspaper, I saw an article titled "Suck up to Your Boss Without Being Obvious. The title got my attention so I read the short article.

It pointed out some ways to not suck up such as the old "Is it me or are you getting younger by the day?" question. It did point out a couple of right ways as well...you know like team player stuff!

Anyway, it got me to thinking about listing appointments and real estate agents. Amazing what will trigger my mind!

I remember a real estate broker (not mine) once told me that when you first go into a prospect's house you want to compliment something. I guess it can be location, decor or something.

I was then advised the next thing you do is ask questions about the family, career, future plans, etc. I think it was called "showing an interest" in the person.

I have always tried to find something genuine and positive to say when I meet someone new or in a client prospect situation!

I never got any listings because I "sucked up." But I did get listings because I did tell it like it is...in a nice, compassionate, honest way!

As for me,. ..call me if you are looking for professional, honest and compassionate real estate services. I, and my associates, provide that..without the sucking up!

Gary Waters, Florida licensed real estate agent, Bucci Realty, Rockledge, Florida serving all or Brevard County, Florida. Call me at 321-693-3850 or email agent@moving2brevard.com.

Homes for Sale Viera, Rockledge and Suntree Florida

The Viera, Suntree and Rockledge areas of Brevard County, Florida offer some of the most desirable neighborhoods and developments for those looking to relocate to central Florida!

Some communities are gated golf communities such as Baytree Golf Course and Duran Golf Club. Some are gated, newer construction; some are older. The prices run the entire range from under $100,000 to millions!

The high quality schools, shopping, proximity to the beaches and Orlando, make central Brevard County a very popular destination fro those seeking a quality Florida lifestyle!

In December 2009 there were 50 new single family homes listed for sale in Viera, Suntree and Rockledge, Florida which was down from the 77 new listings last December.

The number of single family homes that sold in December was 27 which was down from 36 last December. Of course, December is traditionally a slow month for the real estate business!

The average sales price in December 2009 was $283,548 down from $286,000 last December.

Gary L. Waters, Florida licensed real estate agent, Century 21 Baytree Realty, Rockledge, Florida serving Florida's Space Coast including the cities and communities of Melbourne, Viera, Rockledge, Suntree, Merritt Island, Cocoa Beach and the surrounding region. Whether your interest lies in a 55+ community such as Heritage Isle, a golf course community such as Baytree National Golf Links or water front, give me a call me. Call me at 321-693-3850 or email agent@moving2brevard.com.

Read my blogs at www.brevard-homes-for-sale.com and www.movingbrevard.blogspot.com.

Brevard County Florida Real Estate Information

This is a new blog that is being created to provide general information about the Brevard County, Florida area.

I have several other blogs which provide information on the various housing developments and subdivisions around the Viera, Rockledge and Suntree areas (includes Baytree Golf Course).

For specific information on housing developments you can take a look at

Moving to Brevard County
Brevard County Homes for Sale
Moving to Brevard County

As this is a new blog as of today I recommend you select one of the above links until I have developed additional articles.

Gary Waters, Florida licensed real estate agent, Century 21 Baytree, 1211 Admiralty Blvd, Rockledge, Florida. Email me directly at agent@moving2brevard.com.