Clearwater Beach Florida - Yes it's true there are still a lot of condos for sale on Clearwater Beach, Sand Key and Island Estates and based on what's happening locally, we truly believe now is a great time to buy Clearwater Beach real estate. We are still experiencing a buyer's real estate market in the Clearwater Beach and Tampa Beach communities however we are also seeing things pick up.

Jack and I have successfully helped lots of vacation home buyers and seasoned investors get great real estate deals this year in the Clearwater Beach area by working with us.

Why a Buyer's Agent Matters when Buying a Short Sale Property

And like me, everywhere you turn you probably see reports in the newspapers, on TV, driving down the street and know that there are lots of Tampa Bay condos for sale.

Not a day goes by when we don't get a call from someone asking us about buying Clearwater Beach Condos for $100,000 on the water.

I want one too, but unfortunately it doesn't exist. We also have lots of buyers call us and say they "want to buy a short sale property" and now that is something we CAN definitely help with.

We always ask them if they are ONLY interested in purchasing a short sale condo or beach house OR are they really just looking to buy a Clearwater Beach Florida property that represents a great value. Many of the Clearwater real estate buyers we've work with in the Clearwater area are surprised to find out that "short sale" and"great bargain" may not be the same thing.

An old saying goes, "You make your money in real estate (equity) when you buy". So how do you buy right? We believe by having a team working for you that's committed to your goals. That's what we offer the buyers who work with us. Experience shows that having a REALTOR like us, who is YOUR buyer's agent definitely puts the odds of success on your side because now you've got a team who:

• knows the real estate market in Tampa Bay Florida;
• knows the Clearwater Beach Condominiums - even in this market certain condo developments always sell seem to well;
• does the research, digging and leg work necessary to get you good information;
• prepares the contracts heavily protecting the home buyer from spending money on appraisals and inspections when the bank may not approve the home or condo sale.
  
• can successfully negotiate the short sale purchase with the listing agent and the bank (we're not in Kansas anymore Dorothy);
• will recommend home inspectors and specialists so you can really know what you're buying (especially since we had so many cosmetic flippers in Tampa Bay - you know the type - slap on a fresh coat of paint, make a few minor improvements and call her done.
  
• can oversee all the transaction details (we've had several take 5 months to close because of the bank);
  
• always puts your interests above selling any one house of condominium.
  
• Will be honest and give advice which may mean walking if any Clearwater Beach Real Estate deal is no longer in your best interest.
  
• does all this at no charge to you as the buyer.
  

This is the first in a series of articles we are planning to write about how your can work with a good real estate agent, especially a Buyer's Agent in today's Clearwater beach real estate market to get genuine real estate bargains (from short sales, bank owned, REO, pre-foreclosures, foreclosures and don't forget truly motivate sellers with equity) without getting sucked in by marketing and lingo - authentic Clearwater Beach condo bargains WILL shine through.

Ready to start your search for Clearwater Beach Real Estate bargains? You can call us directly at (727) 422-8901 or feel free to Search the Clearwater MLS.

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