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Piano Man (Mark Anthony) comes to Ritz Theatre in Winter Haven Florida

Wed, Mar 9th 2022 2:26 pm by David Shippey Winter Haven Special Events

Mark Anthony also known as Florida's Billy Joel is scheduled to perform 4/1/2022 at the Ritz Theatre in Winter Haven Florida. He will be performing his Piano Man tribute.

For more information, visit Events at the Ritz Theatre.



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What are the FHA Loan Limits in Polk County Florida?

Tue, Mar 8th 2022 11:36 am by David Shippey Winter Haven News

The 2022 FHA Loan Limits have increased in Polk County up to $420,680 for a single family home. This is an increase from 2021 which was $356,362.

To see homes available in Polk County, Click Here.



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Mortgage Interest Rates for 30 year and 15 year mortgages 2.17.2022

Wed, Feb 23rd 2022 2:36 pm by David Shippey Mortgage Interest Rates

As of 2/17/2022:

30 year mortgages averaged 3.92%

15 year mortgages averaged 3.15%

For more information, view this article Mortgage Interest Rates.



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Rent Prices Increasing in U.S. 2022

Mon, Feb 21st 2022 4:35 pm by David Shippey Winter Haven News

Rent prices continue to increase across the United States. One of the reasons is due to a lack of supply. There are not enough homes or apartments for rent to meet the need. Some cities have increased rent prices by 40%. To read more, Click Here.

To see homes available For Sale in Winter Haven Florida, Click Here.




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Zillow Offers Lost $881 Million in 2021

Sun, Feb 20th 2022 8:45 am by David Shippey Winter Haven News

Zillow Offers shutdown in 2021 after losing $881,000,000 on its home flipping business. Zillow still has about 8,600 homes still in their inventory. Click here to Read More.

To view homes in Auburndale Florida, Click Here.



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Mortgage Interest Rates for 30 year and 15 year mortgages 2.10.2022

Fri, Feb 11th 2022 9:25 am by David Shippey Mortgage Interest Rates

As of 2/10/2022:

30 year mortgages averaged 3.69%

15 year mortgages averaged 2.93%

For more information, view this article Mortgage Interest Rates.



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Waiting for Foreclosures due to the Pandemic? Wait no more.

Thu, Feb 3rd 2022 8:24 am by David Shippey Winter Haven News

In 2021, there was a year-to-year 29% drop in home foreclosures. In Central Florida, 2021 foreclosures dropped compared to 2019.

Many thought one of the results of releasing the pandemic moratorium on foreclosures would lead to a large increase in foreclosures during 2021. That did not happen.

Many believe the increase in equity resulted in suspect homes being sold instead of going to foreclosure.

To read more, visit Covid Foreclosures.

To see homes in Central Florida, visit Central Florida Homes For Sale.



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Looking to retire in Winter Haven Florida?

Wed, Feb 2nd 2022 11:26 am by David Shippey Winter Haven Homes for Sale

Winter Haven is a popular retirement destination for many homeowners looking for a warmer climate. Two of the more popular communities would be Traditions and Lake Ashton. To see a list of retirement homes currently available in Winter Haven, click Winter Haven Retirement Homes.

To see all Lakefront Homes available in Winter Haven, click Winter Haven Lakefront Homes Available.



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Mortgage Interest Rates for 30 year and 15 year mortgages 1.27.2022

Sat, Jan 29th 2022 3:45 pm by David Shippey Mortgage Interest Rates

As of 1/27/2022:

30 year mortgages averaged 3.55%

15 year mortgages averaged 2.80%

For more information, view this article Mortgage Interest Rates.



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Historic Homes For Sale in Lakeland Florida

Wed, Jan 26th 2022 11:51 am by David Shippey Lakeland Homes For Sale

Historic Homes are considered to be 1949 or older. Most Historic Homes are Frame Built from that era. Lakeland's oldest homes sold recently date back to 1897. They have many homes for sale from the early 1900s.

If you are interested in a Historic Home in the Lakeland area, I invite you to visit my Historic Lakeland Homes.

For a complete list of Historic Homes in Polk County, visit Historic Polk County Homes.



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Lakefront and Chain of Lake Homes For Sale in Winter Haven FL

Tue, Jan 25th 2022 10:03 am by David Shippey Winter Haven Homes for Sale

Winter Haven is a popular destination for boating, fishing, skiing, cruising, and boat shows. We have a number of Lakefront homes and also have a Chain of Lakes which connects 26 lakes together.

If you are considering a move to your next home and would like to be on a Lake, I encourage you to give me a call. I can help navigate through the options in Winter Haven FL.

To see all of the Lakefront homes available in Winter Haven now, click Lakefront Homes.



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The upfront cost of these home upgrades is minor, but the long-term savings is significant.

Thu, Jan 20th 2022 9:38 am by David Shippey Winter Haven Homes for Sale

Check out these home upgrades on my Facebook Business Page. Some of the upgrades are keyless entry and sensor lights. Click this link to visit this short video, Home Upgrades.

To see homes available in Winter Haven, visit my website at www.davidshippey.com



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2022 Community Fest Winter Haven Florida

Wed, Jan 19th 2022 12:56 pm by David Shippey Winter Haven Special Events

The Annual Community Fest in Winter Haven for 2022 is scheduled for March 5. The festival has games, entertainment, and all kind of activities. There is no charge for this event. Be sure to stop by downtown Winter Haven.



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LegoLand Theme Park in Winter Haven Florida

Wed, Jan 19th 2022 12:46 pm by David Shippey Winter Haven Special Events

Legoland is a popular destination for many visiting the Winter Haven area. The theme park includes rides, displays, hotels, and many activities. See this website for more information on Legoland Winter Haven Florida.

If you are interested in buying a home near Legoland, check out these homes nearby at Homes Close to Legoland.



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Should I buy a New Construction Home or a Resale Home in Winter Haven FL?

Tue, Jan 18th 2022 11:48 am by David Shippey Winter Haven Homes for Sale

I think the answer to this question depends on you. There are benefits to each strategy.

New Construction homes can afford you a brand new home, color choices, extra features, home warranties from 1 to 10 years, a new roof that typically lasts 15 years in Florida, a new air conditioner which also lasts about 15 years in Florida, and nobody else would have lived in your new home.

The build out times for a new home range from 6 - 12 months depending on building supply availability. You must have the time to wait to build a new home. Some builders build speculation homes which means they choose the colors and features, build the home, and you buy it when it is completed saving most of the ...



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Looking for Luxury Homes in Winter Haven, Lakeland, Auburndale, Polk County?

Mon, Jan 17th 2022 2:38 pm by David Shippey Winter Haven Homes for Sale

Trying to find just the Luxury Homes available in Winter Haven, Lakeland, Auburndale, Polk County, or surrounding cities? We watch all of the Luxury Homes in the area. If you would like to see the short list, click Luxury Homes. You can then select a city from the list provided. Looking for a different city nearby? Contact David Shippey for more information.

To see all homes available in Winter Haven, click Winter Haven Real Estate.



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Winter Haven Performing Arts Theatre 2022 Shows

Fri, Jan 14th 2022 11:38 am by David Shippey Winter Haven Special Events

Consider taking in a play or a musical at the Winter Haven Performing Arts Theatre.

The 2022 line up is:


ALWAYS, PATSY CLINE
January 20 – February 13, 2022

SUDS
March 24 – April 17, 2022

GREASE
July 14 – 31, 2022

For more information, visit Winter Haven Theatre.

For real estate information in Winter Haven, visit Winter Haven Homes For Sale.



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Strawberry Festival Plant City Florida 2022 is Coming March 3

Fri, Jan 14th 2022 11:23 am by David Shippey Winter Haven Special Events

The Plant City Strawberry Festival for 2022 starts March 3 and goes 11 days until March 13. The festival has free entertainment, headliners, rides, crafts, livestock shows, and best of all Strawberry Short Cake.

For schedules of the events, visit Strawberry Festival 2022.

If you are interested in purchasing a home in Plant city, check out these homes currently available in Plant City Real Estate.



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Mortgage Interest Rates for 30 year and 15 year mortgages 1.6.2022

Thu, Jan 13th 2022 10:03 am by David Shippey Mortgage Interest Rates


As of 1/6/2022:

30 year mortgages averaged 3.22%

15 year mortgages averaged 2.43%

For more information, view this article Mortgage Interest Rates.





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Looking for a home with No HOA or homeowners association in Winter Haven

Thu, Jan 13th 2022 9:43 am by David Shippey Winter Haven Homes for Sale

Many homeowners are asking for their next home not to be in a HOA or homeowner's association. Homeowner associations are sometimes strict on sheds, fencing, paint colors, landscaping, what you are allowed to do in the community, boats, RV, trailers, 4 Wheelers, etc.

Homeowner associations started increasing in the mid 1980s partly as an effort to keep up the communities and maintain property values. However, some of them have become very strict. I encourage you to check the community around the home you are considering and see if it meets with your expectations.

Homes older than 1980 have a greater likelihood of not having a HOA. Of course, that makes these homes over 40 years old. Howe...



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