Destin Florida Short Sales & Real Estate

This beautiful home on Shire Lane in Silver Oaks, Crestview Florida just sold.  The home had impeccable upkeep. It was 2751 square feet, four bedrooms, two full baths and two car garage. The landscaping was outstanding. The sale price was $218,000.

This home sold as an Eglin Air Force Base HAP Private Sale.  HAP (Homeowners Assistance Program) is a program which assists U.S. military service members relocating to new bases, called PCS (permanent change of station).  In these cases, the service member's mortgage exceeds the market value due to home values declining.  Under certain circumstances, HAP will cover the mortgage loss.  With a HAP Private Sale, the government reimburses the military service member after closing for the loss, including closing costs up to 3% for conventional loans.  The service member would bring funds to closing to cover the deficit between the contract net and the mortgage balance.  HAP would reimburse based on 90% of the original sale price plus improvements. 

With a HAP Augmented Sale (also called Government Aquisition), HAP will cover the loss at closing not to exceed the mortgage payoff.  You can see that the HAP Private Sale will help the service member recoup more of their losses.  HAP Private Sale is not an option for all service members, since the mortgage deficiency may be significant, and they would have to initially cover the loss with their own funds, while waiting for reimbursement.

For help with your Eglin Air Force Base or Hurlburt Field HAP sale, contact an experienced real estate agent specializing in HAP, VA compromise sales and short sales.

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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

Wendy is a short sale, pre-foreclosure and HAP specialist and has been featured in "Kiplinger Personal Finance Magazine" and "Florida Realtor Magazine". Call Wendy Rulnick, Broker/Owner,to list and sell your home or condo on the Emerald Coast of Florida in Walton, Okaloosa and Santa Rosa County-  Destin, Santa Rosa Beach, Fort Walton Beach, Niceville, Bluewater Bay, Navarre, Seagrove Beach, Watercolor, Sandestin, Seaside, Crestview, Rosemary Beach, Mary Esther, Shalimar, Eglin AFB, Hurlburt Field. 

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1254 Ego Drive, Crestview Florida just sold as a short sale.  It was a Bank of America VA Compromise Sale.   The Countryview Estates home had serene landscaping with a Japanese maple tree, asian benches, St. Augustine grass and enormous patio. Inside, wide open spaces in the dramatic living room open to dining. Kitchen was bright and big with center isle. The soothing master bedroom was separate from secondary bedrooms. The Countryview Estates home was 1688 square feet.  The sale price was  $132,246.

Bank of America approved this VA Compromise short sale in about four weeks.  How so quickly?  There was an existing VA appraisal.  VA appraisals for compromise sales are good for six months.  I knew the required net and ensured the purchase price, closing costs and terms would be acceptable in advance. And the negotiator said I was good to work with.

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Wendy Rulnick, Broker, Rulnick Realty, Inc.

If you need to do a short sale, VA Compromise sale or HAP sale, be sure to contacted an experienced Crestview real estate agent.

Call toll-free 1-877-ITS-WNDY (1-877-487-9639) or local 850-650-7883 ext 204

Email Wendy: itswendy@rulnickrealty.com

Wendy is a short sale and pre-foreclosure specialist and has been featured in "Kiplinger Personal Finance Magazine" and "Florida Realtor Magazine". Call Wendy Rulnick, Broker/Owner,to list and sell your home or condo on the Emerald Coast of Florida in Walton, Okaloosa and Santa Rosa County-  Destin, Santa Rosa Beach, Fort Walton Beach, Niceville, Bluewater Bay, Navarre, Seagrove Beach, Watercolor, Sandestin, Seaside, Crestview, Rosemary Beach, Mary Esther, Shalimar, Eglin AFB, Hurlburt Field.  

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Fabulous Bluewater Bay Florida short sale home! 933 Ridgewood Way, Niceville, Florida, in the Woodlands has sunken living room with real hardwood floors, vaulted ceiling, wood-burning fireplace and wet bar. French doors in the separate dining room offer an incredible view of the pool and large patio. Eat-in kitchen has solid wood cabinets. Wood floors in dining room, bedroom and hall. New energy efficient doors and windows throughout the house. New AC/Heater. This Woodlands, Bluewater Bay, short sale has a very large, fenced landscaped lot with in-ground pool, new irrigation system, fruit-bearing trees and lots of palm trees. 

As an owner in Bluewater Bay, you are open to the world of golf, swimming, tennis, marina, boating, dining and more.  The Woodlands located five minutes from Destin Florida- and beaches, Destin Commons, movie theaters and fine dining.

933 Ridgewood Drive, Niceville Florida - offered for sale - $223,900

It's Wendy!

Wendy Rulnick, Broker, Rulnick Realty, Inc.

Call toll-free 1-877-ITS-WNDY (1-877-487-9639) or local 850-650-7883 ext 204

Email Wendy: itswendy@rulnickrealty.com

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Wendy is a short sale and pre-foreclosure specialist and has been featured in "Kiplinger Personal Finance Magazine" and "Florida Realtor Magazine". Call Wendy Rulnick, Broker/Owner,to list and sell your home or condo on the Emerald Coast of Florida in Walton, Okaloosa and Santa Rosa County-  Destin, Santa Rosa Beach, Fort Walton Beach, Niceville, Bluewater Bay, Navarre, Seagrove Beach, Watercolor, Sandestin, Seaside, Crestview, Rosemary Beach, Mary Esther, Shalimar, Eglin AFB, Hurlburt Field. 

 

  

The military's Homeowner Assistance Program is getting speedier all the time!  I just had another HAP contract approved, this time for a Crestview Florida home sale in the Redstone subdivision.  The sellers were PCSing from Eglin Air Force Base more than 50 miles away.  They purchased their home prior to July 2006, their property value had declined at least 10% and they met other HAP requirements.  Primarily, they owed more on their mortgage than the property was worth. 

That's where HAP comes in to help our military service members.  HAP will pay the mortgage shortfall at closing to assist the service member relocate to a new base. 

For this Crestview Florida HAP sale, the airman sent in a complete application along with the real estate contract and market analysis which I provided.  HAP approved the sale in about four weeks.

Here are some quick hints for Eglin Air Force Base or Hurlburt Field HAP sellers:

HAP will normally contribute 3% of the purchase price for closing costs on conventional sales.

HAP will pay the Realtor fee.

You must keep your mortgage current, pay any liens, judgments and prorated property taxes.

To speed your approval process, always send in a complete application, and hire an experienced HAP real estate agent.

 

It's Wendy!

Wendy Rulnick, Broker, Rulnick Realty, Inc.

Call toll-free 1-877-ITS-WNDY (1-877-487-9639) or local 850-650-7883 ext 204

Email Wendy: itswendy@rulnickrealty.com

Eglin AFB FL Real Estate

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Wendy is a short sale and pre-foreclosure specialist and has been featured in "Kiplinger Personal Finance Magazine" and "Florida Realtor Magazine". Call Wendy Rulnick, Broker/Owner,to list and sell your home or condo on the Emerald Coast of Florida in Walton, Okaloosa and Santa Rosa County-  Destin, Santa Rosa Beach, Fort Walton Beach, Niceville, Bluewater Bay, Navarre, Seagrove Beach, Watercolor, Sandestin, Seaside, Crestview, Rosemary Beach, Mary Esther, Shalimar, Eglin AFB, Hurlburt Field

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Magnolia House condominium #408 is at the end of Destin Point on Holiday Isle in Destin Florida, with wonderful views of the Gulf of Mexico, East Pass and the Jetties. Sit on your balcony, relax and watch boats come into and go out of Destin Harbor. This condo has been redone with an elegant touch. There are granite countertops in the bath and kitchen, undermount sinks, stainless steel and black appliances, angled ceramic tile in the hall, bath and kitchen and like new carpet in the bedroom and living room/dining area. Magnolia House condos are located in the Destin Pointe community, with 24 hour security, covered parking, tennis, a Gulf front pool, shuffleboard and two freshwater lakes - Lake Christina and Lake Caroline.  This is Holiday Isle living in Destin Florida as you can see in the virtual tour!

Magnolia House condo #408 offered for sale for $250,000

Contact:  Rulnick Realty, Inc.  850-650-7883

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This is a great corner lot on Melvin Street for building your new home in Destin Florida. Located close to Destin Harbor, restaurants, shopping and the beach.   It is about 100 x 64, in Azalea Gardens on the corner of Melvin and Azalea.  "Tap fee is paid", which means you save money when hooking up to public water and sewer!  Call Destin Florida home with this affordable lot in an established neighborhood.

238 Melvin Street, Destin Florida lot for sale - $57,000

Contact Rulnick Realty, Inc. for more information.

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Stunning home in Holley by the Sea - 1940 Bahama Drive, Navarre Florida. Magnificent lawn with brick landscape islands and palm trees. Huge fenced back yard with play area. Clean, neutral decor and big spaces! Large cathedralled living room with plant ledges. Kitchen sparkles and has convenient center island. Whirlpool tub with lovely tile work. Garage has been converted to part living space, seller will consider re-converting. There is an  attached greenhouse for your gardening pleasure.  Holley by the Sea is a short drive to Hurlburt Field or Eglin Air Force Base.  The beach is across the street. There is a rec center, tennis, pool, gym, lessons and more!

1940 Bahama Drive, Navarre Florida - offered at $214,000.

It's Wendy!

Wendy Rulnick, Broker, Rulnick Realty, Inc.

Call toll-free 1-877-ITS-WNDY (1-877-487-9639) or local 850-650-7883 ext 204

Email Wendy: itswendy@rulnickrealty.com

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Wendy is a short sale and pre-foreclosure specialist and has been featured in "Kiplinger Personal Finance Magazine" and "Florida Realtor Magazine". Call Wendy Rulnick, Broker/Owner,to list and sell your home or condo on the Emerald Coast of Florida in Walton, Okaloosa and Santa Rosa County-  Destin, Santa Rosa Beach, Fort Walton Beach, Niceville, Bluewater Bay, Navarre, Seagrove Beach, Watercolor, Sandestin, Seaside, Crestview, Rosemary Beach, Mary Esther, Shalimar, Eglin AFB, Hurlburt Field. 

Very chic Pine Ridge Trace townhome with modern, edgy decor in the heart of Destin Florida.  This short sale home has slate floors punctuated by vividly painted rooms. Kitchen has urban feel with stainless countertops, peek-through cabinets, bright pendant lights over breakfast bar. Kohler fixtures and cast iron sink, newer appliances. Master bath has travertine floors, frameless shower, mahogany vanities, marble vessel sink. Newer carpet in bedrooms. Recently painted rear deck, overlooking fenced yard.  This two bedroom Destin short sale is an end-unit with private side entrance, and parking for two vehicles. 

Offered at $90,000.

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Wendy Rulnick, Broker, Rulnick Realty, Inc.

Call toll-free 1-877-ITS-WNDY (1-877-487-9639) or local 850-650-7883 ext 204

Email Wendy: itswendy@rulnickrealty.com

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Wendy is a short sale and pre-foreclosure specialist and has been featured in "Kiplinger Personal Finance Magazine" and "Florida Realtor Magazine". Call Wendy Rulnick, Broker/Owner,to list and sell your home or condo on the Emerald Coast of Florida in Walton, Okaloosa and Santa Rosa County-  Destin, Santa Rosa Beach, Fort Walton Beach, Niceville, Bluewater Bay, Navarre, Seagrove Beach, Watercolor, Sandestin, Seaside, Crestview, Rosemary Beach, Mary Esther, Shalimar, Eglin AFB, Hurlburt Field. 

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Live big in this striking pre-foreclosure short sale home at 233 Loblolly Bay Drive in Driftwood Estates, Santa Rosa Beach Florida! Very high ceilings and open floorplan feel luxurious and welcoming. Kitchen is open to dining, living with electric fireplace and sitting area. Angled stairway punctuates the spaces.

Creamy paint, tile and carpet is the perfect backdrop for your decor. Kitchen has stainless appliances, magnificent refrigerator and generous counter space. This short sale home in Driftwood Estates has access to the community pool and playground. Located a few minutes to shopping at Baytowne Wharf, Grand Boulevard and the beaches of South Walton off 30-A.

233 Loblolly Bay Drive, Santa Rosa Beach Florida offered at $189,900

It's Wendy!

Wendy Rulnick, Broker, Rulnick Realty, Inc.

Call toll-free 1-877-ITS-WNDY (1-877-487-9639) or local 850-650-7883 ext 204

Email Wendy: itswendy@rulnickrealty.com

Santa Rosa Beach FL Real Estate

Santa Rosa Beach Short Sales & Pre Foreclosure Help.

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Wendy is a short sale and pre-foreclosure specialist and has been featured in "Kiplinger Personal Finance Magazine" and "Florida Realtor Magazine". Call Wendy Rulnick, Broker/Owner,to list and sell your home or condo on the Emerald Coast of Florida in Walton, Okaloosa and Santa Rosa County-  Destin, Santa Rosa Beach, Fort Walton Beach, Niceville, Bluewater Bay, Navarre, Seagrove Beach, Watercolor, Sandestin, Seaside, Crestview, Rosemary Beach, Mary Esther, Shalimar, Eglin AFB, Hurlburt Field. 

 

If you are buying a home around Eglin Air Force Base or Hurlburt Field, you may want to know about HAP properties. HAP stands for Homeowner Assistance Program, and it is designed to help military service members sell homes with upside-down mortgages. 

For example, if you are looking at a Crestview Florida home where the military seller owes $250,000 on the mortgage, and the home is only worth $150,000 (very common), this might be a scenario where HAP could help.  If the seller qualifies, HAP will cover his mortgage loss at time of sale, and allow you to buy it without waiting for a “short sale”.

HAP, run by the Army Corps of Engineers, assists airmen who are PCSing (permanent change of station) with orders to a new base more than 50 miles away.  To qualify for the HAP program, the service members must generally meet these criteria:

1.    They entered into a contract to purchase their current home before July 2006.

2.    It was their primary residence when they got orders to move

3.    Their orders were between February 1 2006 through September 30, 2012.

4.    The property must have declined at least 10% in value.  (That should not be in problem in the Eglin AFB and Hurlburt Field market).

If you find a property in Crestview, Fort Walton Beach, Niceville or Navarre Florida that is specified as “HAP”, what does this mean to you?

1.     Your real estate contract should have language stating it is “contingent on HAP approval”.

2.    You should allow up to 90 days for approval.  The HAP processing time was about six months at the beginning of the year, but it is speeding up.  You may be approved quicker.

3.    HAP generally will pay competitive closing costs, perhaps 3% of the purchase price.  Be prepared that they may not agree with what you are asking.

4.    HAP wants fair market value for the property.  Do not expect to pay much less.  HAP will request the listing agent provide comparable sales data, and they will do an independent analysis, as well.

5.    Realize the Eglin AFB or Hurlburt Field service member will do the initial negotiations with you, and may not accept or may counter offer your proposal.

When it is time to close, HAP will do what is called an “Augmented sale” or “Government Acquisition”.  They will actually buy the property from the service member, then sell it directly to you. 

As you begin your home search in Crestview, Navarre, Niceville and Fort Walton Beach Florida, remember to check out HAP homes.  You may be HAPpy you did!

Eglin and Hurlburt Field HAP help

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Wendy Rulnick, Broker, Rulnick Realty, Inc.

Call toll-free 1-877-ITS-WNDY (1-877-487-9639) or local 850-650-7883 ext 204

Email Wendy: itswendy@rulnickrealty.com

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Wendy is a short sale and pre-foreclosure specialist and has been featured in "Kiplinger Personal Finance Magazine" and "Florida Realtor Magazine". Call Wendy Rulnick, Broker/Owner,to list and sell your home or condo on the Emerald Coast of Florida in Walton, Okaloosa and Santa Rosa County-  Destin, Santa Rosa Beach, Fort Walton Beach, Niceville, Bluewater Bay, Navarre, Seagrove Beach, Watercolor, Sandestin, Seaside, Crestview, Rosemary Beach, Mary Esther, Shalimar, Eglin AFB, Hurlburt Field. 

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