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THIS MAJESTIC GATED LAKEFRONT ESTATE IS A RARE FIND. Situated on 6 rolling acres with gorgeous views of Lake Harris. The main home has 4 Bedrooms and 4 Baths. As you enter this gated estate the circular driveway delivers you to the entrance of this well designed and quality constructed estate. This home boasts outstanding views of both the lake and the peaceful rolling countryside.

 You can find serenity here. Entering the foyer you are greeted with water views from virtually every room. The picture windows and towering ceilings allow for an abundance of natural light. The master suite is located downstairs. Fireplaces are featured in the living room and master suite. The design of this home says comfortable luxury. A wet bar is located in the great room which opens to the exquisite pool area where you can entertain and relax. The kitchen boast an island, walk in pantry and quality appliances.  Also included on the property is a two bedroom detached in-law apartment with a separate two car garage. The dock leads you to a double boathouse with lift so you can fish, ski or just enjoy a boat ride on prestigious Lake Harris. There is an additional 5 acre parcel for sale with this property, which will only be sold with the home or after the home is sold. Make your appointment today to view this exquisite estate with dramatic elevation changes and million dollar views.

This Home professionally marketed by:

Ray and Karen Levy

www.picture-perfecthomes.com

352-978-8551

Lake County Home Pros

"Existing Homeowners Taking Advantage of $6,500 Tax Credit"

Many Existing Homeowners are eligible for a credit up to $6,500 when they purchase a home.

It's no secret that Florida is a great place to live and for a short time you may receive a $6500 gift when you purchase a home!

One fact that surprises many purchasers is that they do not have to sell their currenthome to receive the credit. Of course, the home must become their primary residence.

Qualifi ed first time purchasers still receive a credit of up to $8000. Purchase agreements must be signed by April 30, 2010, and closings must be fi nal by June 30th.

The best way to learn how to take advantage of this historic tax credit is to contact any Realtor.  Here is just one example of how this credit is stimulating the economy. One gentleman who purchased a fixer-upper for $52,000 was pleased to learn he will receive a $5,200 credit. The money will be used to update the kitchen with new appliances and flooring. 

Previously the fi xer-upper had been on the market and abandoned for over one year.  Clearly the incentives are having a positive effect on home sales. The monthly number sales by Realtors® in Lake and Sumter counties climbed over 60% from 204 to 335 when compared to December 2008. The market is responding to increased affordability coupled with appealing interest rates and the tax credit.

Karen Lindeman-Bennett of Regions Bank in Lake County, FL said:" Stimulating the housing market is one of the best ways to accelerate the recovery of our local and national economy. The $8,000 tax credit has a powerful role in increasing home sales in Central Florida. With the expansion of the credit to include moveup buyers we expect this trend to continue."

Raphael "Ray" Levy

Lake County Home Pros

www.lakecountyhomepros.com

352-978-8551 

It's time to Light Up Mount Dora on November 28th from 5 to 9 PM.  Lights come on at 6:15PM.

Best of all it's free to attend members of the Ballet, Soloists and a special visit from Santa Too!
Come Down to Donnellly Park and be sure to bring your camera.

This is a Country Christmas themed lighting of Donnelly Park and Downtown Mount Dora with close to 2 million sparkling lights! 

For Details: Call Mount Dora Area Chamber of Commerce 352-383-2165.

If you are interested in re locating to our special area please visit:

www.lakecountyhomepros.com

or Call Ray Levy at 352-978-8551

THESE ARE THE NEW FREDDIE MAC FORECLOSURES FOR OUR LOCAL AREA AS OF December 3, 2009.

I WOULD BE VERY HAPPY TO HELP YOU NEGOTIATE ON ANY HOME IN OUR AREA.

You may qualify for a Tax Rebate up to $8,000 and you don't have to be a first time buyer!

Ray Levy
CB Camelot Realty

www.lakecountyhomepros.com

352-978-8551

Zip Code: 32726

Loan: 472130145 Address: 1820 E ORANGE AVE, EUSTIS, FL
Rooms: 6 Bed: 3 Bath: 2.0 Price: 39,900.00

Loan: 328951897 Address: 1330 CENTER ST, EUSTIS, FL
Rooms: 5 Bed: 2 Bath: 1.0 Price: 57,900.00

Loan: 449830349 Address: 200 W SEMINOLE RD, EUSTIS, FL
Rooms: 6 Bed: 3 Bath: 2.0 Price: 88,900.00


Zip Code: 32735

Loan: 272273856 Address: 36743 ANTONE DR, GRAND ISLAND, FL
Rooms: 8 Bed: 3 Bath: 2.0 Price: 110,000.00


Zip Code: 32757

Loan: 275685225 Address: 625 OLEANDER ST, MOUNT DORA, FL
Rooms: 7 Bed: 3 Bath: 2.0 Price: 144,900.00

Loan: 327055391 Address: 7034 PINE HOLLOW DR, MOUNT DORA, FL
Rooms: 6 Bed: 3 Bath: 2.0 Price: 144,900.00


Zip Code: 34788

Loan: 305570099 Address: 11804 SUSSEX HILL WAY, LEESBURG, FL
Rooms: 5 Bed: 2 Bath: 2.0 Price: 27,900.00


Zip Code: 34797

Loan: 358732530 Address: 29 LONESOME PINE TRAIL, YALAHA, FL
Rooms: 6 Bed: 3 Bath: 2.0 Price: 119,900.00



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HAPPY HOUSE HUNTING!!!

RAY LEVY

352-978-8551

COLDWELL BANKER

CAMELOT REALTY

MOUNT DORA, FL

THESE ARE THE NEW FREDDIE MAC FORECLOSURES FOR OUR LOCAL AREA AS OF August 13th, 2009.

I WOULD BE VERY HAPPY TO HELP YOU NEGOTIATE ON ANY HOME IN OUR AREA.

Ray Levy
CB Camelot Realty

www.lakecountyhomepros.com

352-978-8551

Report Date: 8/13/2009

Property Status: LISTED (available for sale now)

Zip Code: 32726

Loan: 403963893 Address: 111 DOUGLAS DRIVE, EUSTIS, FL
Rooms: 5 Bed: 2 Bath: 2.0 Price: 82,500.00


Zip Code: 32735

Loan: 295482745 Address: 36534 SUNDANCE DRIVE, GRAND ISLAND, FL
Rooms: 9 Bed: 4 Bath: 2.0 Price: 125,000.00


Zip Code: 32736

Loan: 328773417 Address: 26042 LEEWARD STREET, EUSTIS, FL
Rooms: 5 Bed: 2 Bath: 1.0 Price: 79,900.00


Zip Code: 32757

Loan: 465911846 Address: 5330 RISHLEY RUN WAY, MOUNT DORA, FL
Rooms: 8 Bed: 4 Bath: 3.0 Price: 155,000.00


Zip Code: 34788

Loan: 320495663 Address: 11605 LAKE DR, LEESBURG, FL
Rooms: 8 Bed: 3 Bath: 2.0 Price: 110,000.00

Loan: 104380632 Address: 33144 IRONGATE DR, LEESBURG, FL
Rooms: 11 Bed: 3 Bath: 2.0 Price: 189,900.00

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HAPPY HOUSE HUNTING!!!

RAY LEVY

352-978-8551

COLDWELL BANKER

CAMELOT REALTY

MOUNT DORA, FL

THESE ARE THE NEW FREDDIE MAC FORECLOSURES FOR OUR LOCAL AREA AS OF 1:04AM ON July 9, 2009.

I HAVE PROVIDED THE LISTING OFFICE INFORMATION, BUT WOULD BE VERY HAPPY TO HELP YOU WITH ANY HOME IN OUR AREA.

Ray Levy
CB Camelot Realty

www.lakecountyhomepros.com

352-978-8551

Report Date: 7/9/2009


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Property Status: LISTED (available for sale now)

Zip Code: 32726

Loan: 344796752 Address: 601 KENSINGTON STREET, EUSTIS, FL
Rooms: 5 Bed: 3 Bath: 2.0 Price: 42,500.00
Offered By: CENTURY 21 ARROW RLTY

Zip Code: 32735

Loan: 295482745 Address: 36534 SUNDANCE DRIVE, GRAND ISLAND, FL
Rooms: 9 Bed: 4 Bath: 2.0 Price: 132,500.00
Offered By: GMAC FIRST SVC RLTY

Zip Code: 32736

Loan: 328773417 Address: 26042 LEEWARD STREET, EUSTIS, FL
Rooms: 5 Bed: 2 Bath: 1.0 Price: 89,900.00
Offered By: CENTURY 21 ARROW RLTY INC

Zip Code: 32778

Loan: 410194913 Address: 805 ST CLAIR ABRAMS, TAVARES, FL
Rooms: 5 Bed: 3 Bath: 2.0 Price: 52,500.00
Offered By: CENTURY 21 ARROW RLTY INC

Zip Code: 34737

Loan: 453799949 Address: 26325 SAN GABRIEL, HOWEY IN THE HILLS, FL
Rooms: 9 Bed: 3 Bath: 3.0 Price: 375,000.00
Offered By: CENTURY 21 RE PROFESSIONALS

Zip Code: 34788

Loan: 305570099 Address: 11804 SUSSEX HILL WAY, LEESBURG, FL
Rooms: 5 Bed: 2 Bath: 2.0 Price: 37,500.00
Offered By: CENTURY 21 ARROW RLTY INC

Loan: 320495663 Address: 11605 LAKE DR, LEESBURG, FL
Rooms: 8 Bed: 3 Bath: 2.0 Price: 121,500.00
Offered By: CENTURY 21 RE PROFESSIONALS

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Property Status: NOT LISTED (coming soon to the market; please
contact listing broker for more information)

Zip Code: 32726

Loan: 403963893 Address: 111 DOUGLAS DRIVE, EUSTIS, FL
Rooms: 0 Bed: 0 Bath: 0.0 Price: 0.00
Offered By: CENTURY 21 ARROW RLTY INC

Zip Code: 32776


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HAPPY HOUSE HUNTING!!!

RAY LEVY

352-978-8551

COLDWELL BANKER

CAMELOT REALTY

MOUNT DORA, FL

"The Perfect Storm for Home Buyers in

Today's Real Estate Market"

Home Buyers Snap Up Great Deals In Lake County Florida 

With a decrease of $50,541 in the average sale price of a home in Lake County coupled historically low interest rates and an $8,000 tax credit for first time home buyers its no mystery why the number of sales have surged from 174 in January 2009 to 268 in May.

Informed home buyers understand there is a narrow window of opportunity especially with the $8000 tax credit scheduled to expire on December 1^st 2009.  Keep in mind the home must close by that date! 

 Lenders are reporting an avalanche of loan applications and this may increase the amount of time to get your loan approved.

 Yes, These are challenging times and with with every challenge comes opportunity.  We challenge you to take advantage of this "Perfect" buyers market and team up with a local Realtor that can help you get the best overall value with the least amount of stress.

 Did you know your Realtors were involved in organizing a food drive help local residents in need?  Another food drive is planned for July 23rd and we encourage the support of our great community. Call 352-343-3003 for more information and drop off locations.

Karen and Ray Levy

352-978-8551

www.lakecountyhomepros.com

OVER 4 MILLION CLOSED AND ANOTHER 5.1 MILLION UNDER CONTRACT DURING THE MONTH OF JUNE AT COLDWELL BANKER CAMELOT REALTY.

OUR AVERAGE SALE PRICE HAS INCREASED WITH SEVERAL SALES OVER $200,000

Homes below $150,000 are still a the most active parts of the market.  We are seeing an increase in the over $200,000 price point also.  Sales above 300k indicate an increased amount of activity.

Interest rates around 5% the $8,000 tax credit, and increased affordability seem to be the key market factors at this time.

Later in the month we will receive the county wide number from the Mid-Florida Regional MLS. 

The sentiment among buyers has moved from wait and see to a state of action.

Local builders are approaching the deadline to start a new home and still qualify for the $8,000 Tax credit by December 1st.

Ray Levy

352-978-8551

Coldwell Banker

Camelot Realty

Mount Dora, FL

THIS IS ONE OF THE BEST MAINTAINED HOMES WE HAVE OFFERED THIS YEAR.  THIS CUSTOM BUILT 3 BR HOME WITH WOOD FLOORS AND DESIGNER KITCHEN AWAITS ITS NEW OWNERS. Reduced to $119,000 visit www.lakecountyhomepros.com for details.

WOW! Pictures do not do this lovely site built home justice.  You will not believe the quality and beauty you are receiving when you purchase this home.  Designed with convenience and efficiency in mind.  You can live here year round or be gone be for months. 

This one owner home features hard wood floors, silestone counter tops, real wood cabinets, double side fireplace and other details you just must see.  This home is so lightly lived in the effective age could be 2009.

Located on a QUIET street with access to Lake Harris Chain of Lakes you cannot get a better buy.

For more details call:

Karen Levy

352-636-6579

Or Visit:  www.lakecountyhomepros.com

Coldwell Banker Camelot Realty

Mount Dora, FL 32757

I Have Five NEW REOs and Four are under Contract!  This what a local broker stated to me today. 

As of 1:26 p.m. EST we have 9 homes under contract today alone.  

Compare this to just sixty days ago when we were lucky to have two or three homes under contract in a given day.

The affordability index in our area is looking real good.  Meaning a typical family can buy a home for 25% of their income.

One Year ago that would have been around 40% and homes were just sitting on the market.

It's a buyers bonanza in northern Lake County FL. 

Here are the main reason for this turn around:

1:) Prices have dropped about 40% - depending on area.

2:) Buyers have been waiting on the sidelines. 

3:) Interest rates are still attractive but the future is uncertain.

4:) The voters have spoken and new leaders have ONE chance to fix this mess or there will be more changes.

I don't see prices increasing sharply because it's all tied to affordability.  Buyers have to qualify for their loans based on income and other factors.  If prices increase too much the market will pull back.

Cash buyers are snapping up the bargains and now buyers using a lender are making their move.

Happy House Hunting

Ray Levy

www.lakecountyhomepros.com