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This could be a good day for first time home buyers. Housing legislation signed into law on July 30, 2008 by President Bush is aimed at ending the current cyclical downturn in the housing industry, helping home buyers and strapped borrowers and strengthening the housing finance system, according to the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB).
Dearest Randy,
We are sorry to see you go…I hope you are happy and having fun.
Having suffered the recent loss of a very dear friend to brain cancer, my mother inlaw… your words and spirit are comforting and enlightening. Mary Singer fought to the end and NEVER gave up. Mary…we love you and miss you SO much.
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So Long Randy Pausch and Best Wishes To Your Family
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Hi folks,
We recently received these comments and testimonial from one of our VERY happy
customers. You can read al our customers’ comments here: http://www.vivianfoate.com/testimonials.shtml
July 16, 2008
Dear Mike and Vivian,
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Majestic Beach Resort Condo SOLD! Another happy customer!
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Panama City Beach has a new Saltwater Fishing Tournament and it maiden voyage is this summer! The Grand Lagoon National is sheduled for August 20-24, 2008. Panama City Beach’s other big tournament is the Bay Point Annual Billfish Invitational will be on July 9th to the 13th.
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The Grand Lagoon National Saltwater Fishing Tournament in Panama City Beach
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Hi folks,
A dual citizenship Canadian / US customer of ours purchased his first foreclosure property. He is needless to say very happy with our service and with his new home! If you need information on foreclosure property, short sales or conventional transactions please don’t hesitate to contact us. We are very easy to talk to and to deal with.
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Customer Purchases His First Foreclosure Property!
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Hi folks,
It looks like the lending climate may be improving for condo market here in Panama City Beach, FL. We recently received correspondence from a lender that included a list of “Approved” condos.
* Please note this information is from one particular lender. We have several that we work with that are financing condos.
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Panama City Beach Condo Lending And Financing Conditions Improve
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From June 13 to August 2, 2008, Florida’s newest seasonal attraction will spring to life at Frank Brown Park near Pier Park, bringing a dazzling three-ring aerial and stage production to residents and visitors alike.
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Frank Brown Park Near Pier Park To Host Circus by the Sea!
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Current Lending Climate In Panama City Beach For The Purchase Of Condos And Condo Hotel Units
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Financing Condos and Condo Hotel Units In Panama City Beach FL
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The nationally recognized Seabreeze Jazz Festival will move from Walton County to the public amphitheater at Pier Park, Panama City Beach for 2009.
“This is a great event,” said TDC Chairman Andy Phillips. The TDC unanimously passed a resolution to provide the organizers $10,000 to help in the relocation from its current site in Destin to Pier Park in Panama City Beach.
Have a GREAT day!
Mike and Vivian
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Seabreeze Jazz Fest says HELLO to Pier Park
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Hi folks,
I hope all of you are doing well today. I just posted the Panama City Beach Real Estate For Sale inventory numbers for Panama City Beach, Panama City and Bay County. The numbers are for the month of March.

With Real Estate Auctions all the rage right now, I would like to offer some advise and tips on how to be prepared to bid on real estate at auction.
A REALTOR(R) can be a GREAT asset to the auction process. Many Auction Companies provide a cooperative commission to REALTORS(R) that register a buyer and attend the auction.

Good day all,
Pier Park outdoor mall and retail center in Panama City Beach is now open for business!
This is arguably THE most important GOOD thing to happen to the beach in a long while. We think it is even more important than the new airport.
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Pier Park in Panama City Beach is Open for Business!
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The following was sent by State Senator Don Gaetz of Florida
Now that it’s law, here’s how Florida Property Tax Amendment 1 may affect your tax liability.
Dear Neighbor,
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Florida Property Tax Amendment 1 and how it affects you.
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A federal appeals court in New York has cleared the way for construction to begin in full at the new Panama City-Bay County International Airport, officials announced Monday.
“This is a red-letter day for the airport,†said Airport Authority Vice Chairman Bill Cramer upon receiving news of the decision just before an Airport Authority’s regular meeting Monday morning.
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Panama City Bay County International Airport Stay Lifted
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Hi folks,
We just received this nice testimonial from one of our recent customers.
We REALLY do provide FANATICAL customer service!
Dear Vivian and Mike,

Good day all,
Freddie Mac reports that interest rates on 30 year fixed rate loans fell again last week. Now at their lowest level in nearly four years.
Mortgage rates averaged 5.48 percent for the week ended Jan. 24. Down from 5.69 percent a week ago.
Freddie Mac also reports that rates on 15-year mortgages declined to 4.95 percent from 5.21 percent.

Hi folks,
I am writing this in hope that the information I post here will clear up some confusion w/ regard to the Florida Property Tax Amendment that is on the ballot for January 29, 2008. This amendment is NOT the same as the previous SUPER EXEMPTION AMENDMENT that was so highly advertised. The SUPER EXEMPTION AMENDMENT is DEAD.
The Associated Press
6:04 pm, November 30, 2007
A federal appeals court temporarily blocked construction of Bay County’s new airport, granting a request by local pilots and environmental groups opposed to the project.
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Court Halts Panama City, Bay County Airport Construction
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Good day to all,
Yesterday was the official ground breaking for the Panama City- Bay County International Airport. Approximately 1000 people in attendance.

There is a lot of speculation as to whether or not the airport will stimulate real estate sales in the area. I think it is possible. We may see some investors come back into the market as a result of the airport contruction.
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Panama City | Bay County International Airport Ground Breaking
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Hi folks,
RiverCamps on Crooked Creek is hosting the Redfish Tour again this year. Its a GREAT time and if you want to see how fish are handled correctly please stop by.They make every effort to educate people on the importance of maintaining our precious fishing resources.