Destin Florida Short Sales & Real Estate by Wendy Rulnick

If you own a home or condo in Destin, Crestview, Navarre or Santa Rosa Beach Florida and are working with Bank of America to avoid foreclosure, you may have received some confusing information from them in the mail. One is a letter offering you to participate in the Bank of America cooperative short sale program. The other is a "Short Sale Third Party Authorization" where you will fill out your "Designated Representative" information.  (That is the form about which I get the most calls).  At this point, you've decided you want to do a short sale, and probably have gone through one or more attempts with Bank of America to modify your loan to no avail.  They have offered you a special program where you can short sale your home and possibly get a cash incentive at closing (cooperative short sale). There are spots to fill in your your Designated Representative's name, Company Name, State Licensing Entity and License Number. You do not need to fill that part in - just fill in your name, co-borrower's name, property address, and loan number. You should sign the form.  Here is where your big decision comes into play.

What do you do next?  Decide which short sale real estate agent will best work with you and Bank of America in the short sale of your home or condo in Destin, Crestview, Santa Rosa Beach, Fort Walton Beach or Navarre Florida.  How do you go about picking your agent?  Start with a google search of agents in your town who are short sale agents. Read about them and their success rates. Call or email them with your questions.  The questions they ask YOU will be one of the keys to how well they will work with you and Bank of America to result in a successful short sale on your behalf. Do you have questions now about Bank of America cooperative short sale, Third Party Authorization, VA Compromise Sale, FHA pre foreclosure sale, HAFA, HAP, Ginnie Mae short sales?  Email me at itswendy@rulnickrealty.com Let's work together to solve your situation, work through the maze at Bank of America, and help you move forward with your life.

It's Wendy!

Wendy Rulnick, Broker, Rulnick Realty, Inc.
Call toll-free 1-877-487-9639 or local 850-650-7883 ext 204
Email Wendy: itswendy@rulnickrealty.com

Santa Rosa Beach FL short sale help

Wendy Rulnick, Broker, is a short sale and pre-foreclosure specialist and has been featured in "Kiplinger Personal Finance Magazine" and "Florida Realtor Magazine". She has successfully helped hundreds of families avoid foreclosure through short sale along the Emerald Coast of Florida. Wendy Rulnick is knowledgeable in all aspects of short sale, including VA Compromise Sale, FHA HUD pre-foreclosure sale, HAP military PCS, HAFA, Bank of America Coop program and more.  She is also co-founder of www.ShortSaleSuperstars.com and short sale instructor to agents across the United States. Wendy Rulnick sells real estate in Destin, Santa Rosa Beach, Fort Walton Beach, Niceville, Bluewater Bay, Navarre, Seagrove Beach, Watercolor, Sandestin, Seaside, Crestview, Rosemary Beach, Mary Esther, Shalimar, Panama City Beach, Eglin AFB, Hurlburt Field. 

Unique and elegant Bank of America short sale home at 119 Mooney Rd., in the Kenwood subdivision of Fort Walton Beach Florida. 10' high ceilings in main living area, formal entry, transom and palladium windows, crown moulding, accent lighting, wood and tile floors. The kitchen gleams with black granite counters, Maple cabinets, stainless appliances, center island, plant ledges and breakfast bar in an open "great room" with views to the back yard. Two pantries, yes, two...! Living shines with multiple full length windows, dark laminate wood floors and corner gas fireplace, audio video center. Huge master suite has trey ceiling with accent lights, sitting area and two walk-in closets. Its bathroom is very refined and luxurious with custom mirror, long double vanity, whirlpool bath and large tile floor. The four bedrooms on the west wing are private from the rest of the house. One could be your perfect office. Outside there is a custom in-ground pool and oversized covered patio. This Kenwood home on Mooney Rd. is convenient to Eglin Air Force Base, Hurlburt Field and Fort Walton Beach Medical Center.

119 Mooney Rd., Fort Walton Beach FL - Bank of America short sale - offered for $325,700

It's Wendy!

Wendy Rulnick, Broker, Rulnick Realty, Inc.

Call toll-free 1-877-487-9639 or local 850-650-7883 ext 204
Email Wendy: itswendy@rulnickrealty.com

Fort Walton Beach short sale agent

Wendy Rulnick, Broker, is a short sale and pre-foreclosure specialist and has been featured in "Kiplinger Personal Finance Magazine" and "Florida Realtor Magazine". She has successfully helped hundreds of families avoid foreclosure through short sale along the Emerald Coast of Florida. Wendy Rulnick is knowledgeable in all aspects of short sale, including VA Compromise Sale, FHA HUD pre-foreclosure sale, HAP military PCS, HAFA, Bank of America Coop program and more.  She is also co-founder of www.ShortSaleSuperstars.com and short sale instructor to agents across the United States. Wendy Rulnick sells real estate in Destin, Santa Rosa Beach, Fort Walton Beach, Niceville, Bluewater Bay, Navarre, Seagrove Beach, Watercolor, Sandestin, Seaside, Crestview, Rosemary Beach, Mary Esther, Shalimar, Panama City Beach, Eglin AFB, Hurlburt Field. 

Spiffy West of Hurlburt house for sale at 2011 Bob White Court, Quail Run, Mary Esther Florida. This Bank of America short sale home has cathedralled living room with tall, brick fireplace. Spacious kitchen. Separate formal dining room with chair rail. Large two car garage. It is over 1300 square feet with three bedrooms and two full bathrooms. Easy location for either Hurlburt Field or Eglin Air Force Base commutes, or jaunts to the beach! Yard needs some work.

2011 Bob White Court, Mary Esther FL - short sale - offered for $113,900

It's Wendy!

Wendy Rulnick, Broker, Rulnick Realty, Inc.
Call toll-free 1-877-487-9639 or local 850-650-7883 ext 204
Email Wendy: itswendy@rulnickrealty.com

Mary Esther Florida short sale help

Wendy Rulnick, Broker, is a short sale and pre-foreclosure specialist and has been featured in "Kiplinger Personal Finance Magazine" and "Florida Realtor Magazine". She has successfully helped hundreds of families avoid foreclosure through short sale along the Emerald Coast of Florida. Wendy Rulnick is knowledgeable in all aspects of short sale, including VA Compromise Sale, FHA HUD pre-foreclosure sale, HAP military PCS, HAFA, Bank of America Coop program and more.  She is also co-founder of www.ShortSaleSuperstars.com and short sale instructor to agents across the United States. Wendy Rulnick sells real estate in Destin, Santa Rosa Beach, Fort Walton Beach, Niceville, Bluewater Bay, Navarre, Seagrove Beach, Watercolor, Sandestin, Seaside, Crestview, Rosemary Beach, Mary Esther, Shalimar, Panama City Beach, Eglin AFB, Hurlburt Field.  

This gorgeous home in Kelly Plantation, Destin, Florida is now under contract in only 30 days.  What are my favorite things about 4517 Olde Plantation Place? The kitchen...  marvelous slabs of black granite counters, an enormous center island, the tube light above giving just the right ambience. Or maybe it's the master bedroom with the transom windows, private door to porch and the deluxe bathroom with solid cherry finishes and walk-in shower. Kelly Plantation is located near Destin Commons, Fresh Market, health club, and five minutes to the beach. On-site amenities are Fred Couple's 18 hole golf course, Owners Club with pool, five lighted tennis courts, playgrounds work-out center, lake, stables, walking trails and more.

4517 Olde Plantation Place is a Bank of America short sale. The list price is $547,700.

It's Wendy!

Wendy Rulnick, Broker, Rulnick Realty, Inc.
Call toll-free 1-877-487-9639 or local 850-650-7883 ext 204
Email Wendy: itswendy@rulnickrealty.com

Kelly Plantation Listing Agent

Wendy Rulnick, Broker, is a short sale and pre-foreclosure specialist and has been featured in "Kiplinger Personal Finance Magazine" and "Florida Realtor Magazine". She has successfully helped hundreds of families avoid foreclosure through short sale along the Emerald Coast of Florida. Wendy Rulnick sells real estate in Destin, Santa Rosa Beach, Fort Walton Beach, Niceville, Bluewater Bay, Navarre, Seagrove Beach, Watercolor, Sandestin, Seaside, Crestview, Rosemary Beach, Mary Esther, Shalimar, Panama City Beach, Eglin AFB, Hurlburt Field. 

Beautiful short sale home in the heart of Destin Florida in Bayview Manor. The yard is a dream - deep, with lovely trellises, and a big screened porch to enjoy it all. Inside you'll find contemporary flair with cathedral and trey ceilings. Fun kitchen with a tile center island and creative track lighting. Much of the flooring is tile. Berber carpet upstairs and in all 3 bedrooms. Nearby - Joe's Bayou to launch your boat or bring your fishing pole.  Also, nearby, Destin Harbor, shopping and great places to eat.

This Destin Florida home is a VA Compromise Sale with one mortgage.

1137 Bay Ct., Destin FL - Bank of America short sale - offered for $237,900

What is a VA Compromise Sale?

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VA Compromise Sale Q&A

It's Wendy!

Wendy Rulnick, Broker, Rulnick Realty, Inc.
Call toll-free 1-877-487-9639 or local 850-650-7883 ext 204
Email Wendy: itswendy@rulnickrealty.com

Destin Florida VA Compromise Sale help

Wendy Rulnick, Broker, is a short sale and pre-foreclosure specialist and has been featured in "Kiplinger Personal Finance Magazine" and "Florida Realtor Magazine". She has successfully helped hundreds of families avoid foreclosure through short sale along the Emerald Coast of Florida. Wendy Rulnick is knowledgeable in all aspects of short sale, including VA Compromise Sale, FHA HUD pre-foreclosure sale, HAP military PCS, HAFA, Bank of America Coop program and more.  She is also co-founder of www.ShortSaleSuperstars.com and short sale instructor to agents across the United States. Wendy Rulnick sells real estate in Destin, Santa Rosa Beach, Fort Walton Beach, Niceville, Bluewater Bay, Navarre, Seagrove Beach, Watercolor, Sandestin, Seaside, Crestview, Rosemary Beach, Mary Esther, Shalimar, Panama City Beach, Eglin AFB, Hurlburt Field. 

Did you have an Eglin Air Force Base HAP sale in the past few years?  If so, be aware that they are auditing files and you might actually receive a bill if they claim you were overpaid.  One of my Fort Walton Beach HAP sellers received just such a letter with a bill for almost $5000.  They claim he was accidentally overpaid for his sale over two years ago. The letter mentioned he might be "suprised".

If you do receive a bill for overpayment from HAP, you may be offered options, as outlined below:

1. Instead of paying HAP back in a lump sum, you may be able to get a Voluntary Repayment Agreement, i.e. pay HAP back in installments

2. You can ask for and obtain copies of your HAP records

3. You can request the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers re-examine your HAP records to make sure your bill is valid

4. You can ask for an administrative hearing to review your case

5. You can request a waiver or forgiveness of the bill

I suggested that my HAP seller contact the HAP Chief, an accountant or tax attorney or consider getting legal aid on base.  If you have had a similar experience with HAP, comment below.

It's Wendy!

Wendy Rulnick, Broker, Rulnick Realty, Inc.
Call toll-free 1-877-487-9639 or local 850-650-7883 ext 204
Email Wendy: itswendy@rulnickrealty.com

Eglin HAP PCS

Wendy Rulnick, Broker, is a short sale and pre-foreclosure specialist and has been featured in "Kiplinger Personal Finance Magazine" and "Florida Realtor Magazine". She has successfully helped hundreds of families avoid foreclosure through short sale along the Emerald Coast of Florida. Wendy Rulnick is knowledgeable in all aspects of short sale, including VA Compromise Sale, FHA HUD pre-foreclosure sale, HAP military PCS, HAFA, Bank of America Coop program and more.  She is also co-founder of www.ShortSaleSuperstars.com and short sale instructor to agents across the United States. Wendy Rulnick sells real estate in Destin, Santa Rosa Beach, Fort Walton Beach, Niceville, Bluewater Bay, Navarre, Seagrove Beach, Watercolor, Sandestin, Seaside, Crestview, Rosemary Beach, Mary Esther, Shalimar, Panama City Beach, Eglin AFB, Hurlburt Field. 

This was a speedy approval for a vacant land short sale in Sound Hammock, Navarre Florida.  The waterfront lot, on Santa Rosa Sound, had one mortgage.  Here are the details:

Mortgage Holder:  BB&T

Original Purchase Price: $475,000 in 2005

Mortgage Amount: $430,000

Sales Price: $85,000

Cash Contribution Required: Yes

Short Sale Deficiency: Waived

This short sale, obviously, was a huge loss to the investor - over $350,000 when including closing costs. Since it was an investment property, a vacant lot, we expected BB&T to ask the seller for a cash contribution or promissory note, or both.  They did. Originally, BB&T accepted the seller's offer of $9000 to completely waive any further deficiency. Before closing, however, BB&T re-contacted us and offered to reduce the cash contribution to $6000 and credit the buyer extra closing costs for a quicker closing. Hurray!  All parties agreed. The total time for approval - thirty days.

If you have a BB&T mortgage and are considering short sale, contact an experienced Navarre short sale agent.  Questions? Email me at itswendy@rulnickrealty.com

It's Wendy!

Wendy Rulnick, Broker, Rulnick Realty, Inc.
Call toll-free 1-877-487-9639 or local 850-650-7883 ext 204
Email Wendy: itswendy@rulnickrealty.com

Navarre Florida short sale help

Wendy Rulnick, Broker, is a short sale and pre-foreclosure specialist and has been featured in "Kiplinger Personal Finance Magazine" and "Florida Realtor Magazine". She has successfully helped hundreds of families avoid foreclosure through short sale along the Emerald Coast of Florida. Wendy Rulnick is knowledgeable in all aspects of short sale, including VA Compromise Sale, FHA HUD pre-foreclosure sale, HAP military PCS, HAFA, Bank of America Coop program and more.  She is also co-founder of www.ShortSaleSuperstars.com and short sale instructor to agents across the United States. Wendy Rulnick sells real estate in Destin, Santa Rosa Beach, Fort Walton Beach, Niceville, Bluewater Bay, Navarre, Seagrove Beach, Watercolor, Sandestin, Seaside, Crestview, Rosemary Beach, Mary Esther, Shalimar, Panama City Beach, Eglin AFB, Hurlburt Field. 

Short sale multi-family unit for sale in Fort Walton Beach Florida. A triplex, this property at Birch Avenue consists of three attached townhomes, each with 2 bedrooms, 1.5 baths and 928 square feet for a total of 2784 square feet. Each unit has a private fenced court yard. Handyman will love this part - it needs work!  You may want to replace the carpet, cabinetry, windows and and modernize! What are the current rents? Uni A- $500 , Unit B- $600 Unit C- $500, for total yearly gross income of $19,800. There is off road parking for six cars. This is a Regions Bank short sale with no other lienholders.  It's hard to find a multi-family unit in the area with such an attractive price.  Birch Avenue is located just off Beal Parkway and Highway 98.

17 Birch St., Fort Walton Beach FL - multi-family - offered for $179,700

It's Wendy!

Wendy Rulnick, Broker, Rulnick Realty, Inc.
Call toll-free 1-877-487-9639 or local 850-650-7883 ext 204
Email Wendy: itswendy@rulnickrealty.com

Santa Rosa Beach FL short sale help

Wendy Rulnick, Broker, is a short sale and pre-foreclosure specialist and has been featured in "Kiplinger Personal Finance Magazine" and "Florida Realtor Magazine". She has successfully helped hundreds of families avoid foreclosure through short sale along the Emerald Coast of Florida. Wendy Rulnick is knowledgeable in all aspects of short sale, including VA Compromise Sale, FHA HUD pre-foreclosure sale, HAP military PCS, HAFA, Bank of America Coop program and more.  She is also co-founder of www.ShortSaleSuperstars.com and short sale instructor to agents across the United States. Wendy Rulnick sells real estate in Destin, Santa Rosa Beach, Fort Walton Beach, Niceville, Bluewater Bay, Navarre, Seagrove Beach, Watercolor, Sandestin, Seaside, Crestview, Rosemary Beach, Mary Esther, Shalimar, Panama City Beach, Eglin AFB, Hurlburt Field.