Brandon FL | Valrico FL Real Estate Chatter

Make Florida Education a PRIORITY!  Ever wonder WHY our teachers request so many school supplies at the start of a year...wonder why our children don't have more specialized classes?  What about WHY you're less than thrilled with a teacher who doesn't seem thrilled to be in his/her position but needs the job.  BETTER YET...what about the ones who are SUPERIOR and have made an impact on your child's life?  Eveeryone has had their own childhood experience(s) in school that have left a permanant mark on your life.

Florida Schools Deserve Better Than 50th Place is a cause worthy of a read and email signature with nothing more required.  Please take a minute and fill out this simple form on-line to help YOUR STUDENT, OUR CHILDREN, and Florida's future.

You can sign the petition without adding your name to future mailings or donating anything.  Once you sign, you will go to a page that asks for donations, but it says at the top that your signature has been recorded and you can simply close the page.  You can also contact your elected officials.  Do something for the children in Florida today...

**Being a PTA Mom who's very involved means I try to go the extra mile to give my children as well as their teacher's that extra little bit when I can.  Maybe if we can collect signatures like yours and mine we can make a difference in the education system in Florida.  It can all start today...

Welcome Home!  This house might be built in 1969 - but DON'T LET THE AGE FOOL YOU!  This home has everything you need to move in TODAY and it's all very new!

The roof has new 3-dimensional shingles, the kitchen was completely remodeled, both bathrooms are updated and VERY-VERY CLEAN!  Double-paned windows throughout the home that have a manufacturer's warranty that goes with the buyer!  Newly tiled and wood laminate flooring to your delight!  The Florida Room measures 28X16 has separate A/C unit and perfect for entertaining!  Air Conditioned laundry room measures 11X10 just off carport! 

NO BACKYARD NEIGHBORS!!  NO DEED RESTRICTIONS!!  This super sized backyard has a 3 car garage/workshop that is current with Hillsborough County Codes for hurricane standards. There is room to "drive into the backyard" to park your cars, boats, campers or whatever else you might want!

Homeowners are meticulous housekeepers and can show with 30 minutes notice!  Buyers will be delighted for sure.  The maintenance, repair work, and remodel work completed by licensed contractors and up to highest standards.  (homeowner is a claims adjuster in Tampa Bay Area) 

VERY CONVENIENTto all major highways, interstates and the crosstown for your commute.  Just an hour from beautiful beaches, Disney World and other Orlando attractions.  Minutes from shopping and dining!  30-45 minutes from Tampa Stadium...GO BUCS!

Quick info on this home:

• $209,900
• 3 bedrooms - 2 baths
• Lot size is 85x145
• 1925 square feet heated
• 3 car detached garage - 1 car carport
• Family Room/Dining Room Combo
• Florida Room (28x16) with separate A/C unit
• Tile flooring and Wood laminate
• NEW kitchen
• Additional PICTURES AVAILABLE

Please call Susie Roscoe for a showing of this lovely home at 813-841-4721. 

*For more information on 1714 Woodbine Drive in Brandon, FL?  The full listing is available on the Tampa Multiple Listing Service (MLS) for your convenience. 

The Rivercrest Community, in Riverview, Florida, offers such an exciting lifestyle for the area.  It's conveniently located and there are 3 (main) entrances which offer homeowners "back-road" options when traffic is heavy.  This allows for quicker entry and exits for homeowners of the Rivercrest Community.

The Villas of Rivercrest in Riverview, FL are a terrific place to be.  These offer several floor plans with maintenance free living!  Maintenance free living means NO yardwork, NO painting, NO outside worries to tie up your free time!  The Rivercrest Villas offer 2 bedroom and 3 bedroom homes.  Prices currently range from $129k - $199k. 

These villas are a short walk to the Rivercrest Community Pool & Clubhouse.  What's better than a sparkling pool where the maintenance is not your responsibility?  Sounds like a enticing place to check out if you're in the market for an afforadable villa in the Riverview area.

Rivercrest offers a very active Home Owners Association.  You can search the Rivercrest Website for contact information, meeting dates & times, and other questions you may have.  There is also a link for the CDD Board. 

 Currently there are 10 active listings available in Rivercrest, in this villa community.  This small community offers a spring fed lake for most of the interior lots.  Along with a beatiful view there are ducks, cranes, great fishing, and a maintenance free way of lifestyle.

**You can search all Brandon Area properties using this link.  If you would like further information not available on my website, please call me at (813)841-4721 or drop me an email at SusRoscoe@msn.com. 

Susie Roscoe, Real Estate Consultant with Signature Realty Associates  

Search the MLS at  Brandon Real Estate Resources

Check out My Website at SusieRoscoe.com

**You can also find my blogs on Brandon Real Estate Chatter. 

The Rivercrest Community, in Riverview, Florida, offers such an exciting lifestyle for the area.  It's conveniently located and there are 3 (main) entrances which offer homeowners "back-road" options when traffic is heavy.  This allows for quicker entry and exits for homeowners of the Rivercrest Community.

The Townhomes of Rivercrest in Riverview, FL are a terrific place to be.  These have remarkable designs inside and out with maintenance free living!  Maintenance free living means NO yardwork, NO painting, NO outside worries to tie up your free time!  The Rivercrest Townhomes offer 2 bedroom and 3 bedroom homes.  Prices currently range from $120k - $160k. 

These townhomes are a short walk to the Rivercrest Community Pool & Clubhouse.  What's better than a beautifully heated pool where the maintenance is not your responsibility?  Sounds like a enticing place to check out if you're in the market for an afforadable townhome in the Riverview area.

Rivercrest offers a very active Home Owners Association.  You can search the Rivercrest Website for contact information, meeting dates & times, and other questions you may have.  There is also a link for the CDD Board. 

**You can search all Brandon Area properties using this link.  If you would like further information not available on my website, please call me at (813)841-4721 or drop me an email at SusRoscoe@msn.com. 

Susie Roscoe, Real Estate Consultant with Signature Realty Associates  

Search the MLS at  Brandon Real Estate Resources

Check out My Website at SusieRoscoe.com

**You can also find my blogs on Brandon Real Estate Chatter. 

I haven't...but it's not because I drive the speed limit.  I'm always  more cautious when school is in because of the thousands of school aged children "out and about."  So, this is not a blog to condone speeding but there are all times when YOU and I both have been "in a hurry" and gotten caught, or almost! 

Jeff Kessler wrote a blog this morning that made me LAUGH OUT LOUD!  His blog "shared" of a secret sight (I've never heard of) called Speed Trap website. Now you don't have to slow down. (jk)  It made me laugh this morning and I wanted to share...please stop by his sight if you enjoyed this blog and THANK JEFF for the tip!!  You too can seek and find the speed traps in your area or add some that you know of.  Not a bad idea for those who have a lead foot...ya know? 

This sight also offers tips including:

• Beating a speeding ticket
• Traffic School (for when the above is unsuccessful)
• Speed Limit  (Fact & Fiction)
• Traffic Attorney Referrals  (THIS IS ALMOST FUNNY)
• Ticket Cameras
• Lane Courtesy  (THIS ONE needs to be reviewed often!)
• Seat Belt Laws

Anyhow, for those of you near Valrico, Florida, there is a SPEED TRAP located at Ranch Road and Bloomingdale.  Seen it?  Been a recipient of a speeding ticket there?  Got another hot spot to report?  Get on the website and share your knowledge!  Your fellow drivers may be very thankful later.

The Rivercrest Community, in Riverview, Florida, offers such an exciting lifestyle for the area.  There are 3 main entrances which offer homeowners "back-road" options when traffic is heavy.  The homes range in size and price to fit most budgets. 

The Rivercrest Villa Community offers a "one street community" starting with 2 bedroom homes ranging from the $140's to the $220's.  The Rivercrest Villa Community offers a maintenance free lifestyle for those less interested in outdoor chores. 

Currently, the best priced villa is listed at $148,000 and located at 11567 Captiva Kay Drive.  The highest price is villa is loaded with upgrades and is listed at $221,000 and located at 11431 Captiva Kay Drive.  They are both located on the spring fed lake in this quiet one entrance neighborhood.

Rivercrest also offers convenience to homeowners with young children.  There is a superior elementary school, Symmes Elementary, located right inside the Rivercrest Community.  There are also preschools as well as daycares inside the neighborhood as well as located very close by for  family convenience.  Interstates are very close by, you can be there in minutes at any time of the day.  Restaurants, grocery stores, and other shops are plentiful with more to come as the Riverview Area continues to grow and expand to accommodate the growing needs of the area. 

Rivercrest offers a very active Home Owners Association.  You can search the Rivercrest Website for contact information, meeting dates & times, and other questions you may have.  There is also a link for the CDD Board. 

**You can search all Riverview Area properties using this link.  If you would like further information not available on my website, please call me at (813)841-4721 or drop me an email at SusRoscoe@msn.com. 

Susie Roscoe, Real Estate Consultant with Signature Realty Associates  

Search the Tampa Bay MLS at  Brandon Real Estate Resources

Check out My Website at SusieRoscoe.com

**You can also find my blogs on Brandon Real Estate Chatter. 

Meet the Neighbors...as they fly across this spring fed lake!  You may also enjoy the sand hill cranes who frequent the neighborhood...

You will delight in this quiet - villa - community.  With only one entrance the traffic is well limited to the homeowners.  Take an afternoon walk to the Community Clubhouse offering a sparking pool and spa as well as a thrilling children's area.  

A few features for this particular home include:

• $169,000 Asking Price
• 2 Bedrooms
• 2 Full Baths
• 2 Car Garage 
• 1372 Square Feet
• Spring Fed Lake
• Den/Office
• Maple Cabinets throughout
• Marble Sinks in bathrooms
• Screened Front & Back Porch
• Hurricane Shutters on ALL WINDOWS
• Full Hurrican Shutter on Patio
• Ceramic Tile & Flawless Carpet 
• All Appliances STAY  (Maytag & Whirlpool)
• Flat wall switches w/dimmers
• Alarm System

Here's a Sneak Preview of what you'll find behind the door of this lovely Villa in Rivercrest:

The Rivercrest Community is located close to interestates, the crosstown, downtown Tampa, excellent schools, dining, and shopping.  Orlando is less than 90 minutes and Gulf Beaches approximately an hour.  Enjoy the active lifestyle Rivercrest offers all homeowners with sidewalks for exercise, lush lanscaping, and mini-bodies of water throughout the neighborhood.

Rivercrest has a very active Home Owners Association.  You can search the Rivercrest Website for contact information, meeting dates & times, and other questions you may have.  There is also a link for the CDD Board. 

**You can search all Brandon Area properties using this link.  If you would like further information not available on my website, please call me at (813)841-4721 or drop me an email at SusRoscoe@msn.com. 

Susie Roscoe, Real Estate Consultant with Signature Realty Associates  

Search the MLS at  Brandon Real Estate Resources

Check out My Website at SusieRoscoe.com

**You can also find my blogs on Brandon Real Estate Chatter. 

This is ONE GORGEOUS HOME in the Rivercrest Villa Community! 

Professionally decorated!  This is not a short sale!  The best value in the Villa Community!

Wouldn't you love THIS VIEW day after day...after day...after day? 

If you liked these pictures...   ** COME INSIDE and SEE MORE** 

For a private showing of this lovely villa, please call Susie Roscoe at 813-841-4721.

**You can search all Brandon Area properties using this link.  If you would like further information not available on my website, please call me at (813)841-4721 or drop me an email at SusRoscoe@msn.com. 

Susie Roscoe, Real Estate Consultant with Signature Realty Associates  

Search the MLS at  Brandon Real Estate Resources

Check out My Website at SusieRoscoe.com

**You can also find my blogs on Brandon Real Estate Chatter. 

I received a startling email this morning (7:12am) confirming my purchase for $175 to "X" company for some product.  Well, I didn't use this account and had no idea who the company was so I was on alert to find out WHAT was really happening. This left me concerned knowing my husband has never ordered anything online without me...maybe he got brave!  OR...maybe he didn't!

Tis the Season to be SHOPPING ONLINE and using credit cards, debit cards and other online accounts.  BE CAREFUL shopping, identify theft is running ramped!  I looked at the email and it came directly from a reputable company of which I've used in the past for online purchases but not in the last 3 months at least.  Needless to say, I was concerned.  I went directly to their website (without clicking on any of the email links conveniently offered) for guidance.

Legitimate companies will NEVER ask you for the following information via email:

• Your full name
• Your password
• Driver's license number
• Social Security number
• Credit and debit card numbers
• Pin numbers or bank account numbers

*They will not ask you to download software onto your hard drive or open an attached file.  Also, even if the email address is correct - this may be an illegitimate email.

TECHNIQUES for STEALING INFORMATION

• Impersonating a well-known organization through fraudulent (phishing) emails and spoof websites.
• Scavenging through or eavesdropping or spying on people during financial transactions and trash bins to find old bank statements or other documents with personal information
• Breaking into computer databases and retrieving information 

BE CAREFUL, as many phishing emails have links that look valid, but send you to fraudulent sites instead.   If in doubt, open a new browser window and log onto the website.  One can't be too safe!

What are the rules anyhow?  Should families trying to sell their home decorate their house inside and out at the holidays?  Is this encouraged or discouraged in your book?  It looks really pretty at night...don't you think?

Does this make the house look cluttered or too personal?  Does it "junk up" the yard with all this "stuff" hanging around in the daytime?  As long as it's dark outside you don't notice the clutter.  At this house there are even bulbs hanging from the tree if you can see them.  Is there an etiquette for homes on the market at Christmas?

I had sellers one year who wrapped Christmas lights all over my sign!  I cracked up when I drove by one evening.  She had it pretty cluttered inside too...but was I going to tell her NOT to decorate and enjoy the holidays with her 3 young children?  NOPE...so I let it ride and she cleaned it up after the New Year.

ANY OUTRAGEOUS STORIES of DECORATIONS at the holidays?  Share them or show them if you have pictures...right here!

PS...Do the Northern states decorate as much "outside" with all the snow?  I've lived in Florida since I was 6-years-old and can't say I really remember.