799 E. River Oak Drive, Ormond Beach 

The owners have already started the renovations on this wonderful home in a great neighborhood. There are ceramic tile and ceiling fans throughout plus new crown molding, new fixtures and new A/C. This spacious house offers 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, living room, dining room, eat-in kitchen with breakfast bar, and family room. The lovely wooded lot features an inground pool, irrigation system and fenced yard. Come be charmed by all this property has to offer.  Reduced to $159.900. Click here for more information




713 Unabelle Ave, Holly Hill

Pretty 3 bedroom home built in 2006 with lots of updates and nice touches including neutral décor and ceramic tile throughout, security system, vaulted ceilings, ceiling fans, sliders, screened porch, sparkling eat-in kitchen with wood cabinets, breakfast bar, and pantry, and a master bath with his & hers sinks. The exterior features a fenced yard, lovely landscaping and a stamped concrete driveway. Reduced to $114,900.

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632 S Segrave, Daytona Beach

Contractor special! This 2-story 5 bedroom home built in 1920 is in need of restoration. Drive by today! Reduced to $70,900.

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There are so many things to consider when purchasing a home that buyers often get overwhelmed.  A good realtor can make this process so much easier by providing a clear overview of the process and the costs involved.  For example, one expense that's often overlooked by buyers is home insurance.  This is a critical cost that will endure as long you own your house.  So ask your realtor to explain your options and to provide a referral, if needed.  Click here to learn more about home insurance costs   

According to data from the Florida Realtors, sales of Florida homes and condos were up during the 1st quarter versus last year -- + 24% for houses and +67% for condos! We've definitely seen an increase in business around here this year.  Lots of investors, sure, but we've also worked with a lot of first time home buyers, relocators, and buyers who just want to take advantage of the low prices and mortgage rates.  If you're in a good position, it's quite a good time to buy.Click here to read more from the Florida Realtors

3 Brookwood Drive - Lovely Brick Home With Lush Landscaping in Heart of Ormond Beach



This lovely attached single family brick home in the heart of Ormond Beach close to shopping, restaurants and Tomoka Elementary offers so much for the discriminating buyer. Walk through the welcoming foyer into a large, bright great room with ceiling fan, beamed & vaulted ceiling, and sliders to a wonderful screened porch. The sparkling kitchen features a breakfast bar and a dining area with large bay window. There are 3 bedrooms, each with neutral decor, ceiling fans and large closets. Both baths are updated and have tub/showers and large vanities. Enjoy tons of storage with the interior laundry/utility room, 2-car garage and pull-down attic. Last but not least, the lovely landscaping with shade trees creates a tranquil environment for relaxing.  Offered at $139,900.Click Here for Virtual Tour


429 N. Yonge Street - You'll Love This Just Renovated Home With Contemporary Decor & Fixtures in Wonderful Neighborhood



Sparkling, just renovated home in a wonderful neighborhood with tons of mature shade trees. The interior features an open floor plan with new paint, ceiling fans, updated kitchen with breakfast bar and pass through to dining room/family room, 2 full baths with beautiful new tile and fixtures, 4 nice bedrooms, great family room with fireplace, and interior utility or laundry room. The exterior offers a covered patio for sitting back and enjoying the great landscaping and large fenced yard.  Offered at $139,900.  Click Here for Virtual Tour

I use my smartphone all the time to buy and sell Daytona Beach area real estate.   I can't remember how I did my job without it! Taking pictures of properties, accessing the MLS, emailing listings and other property details, accessing lockboxes, getting directions and neighborhood data -- these are just a few of the things I use it for every day. Now there's a ton of mobile apps that make a new home search easier (and more fun!) for buyers too. Click here to read more.

The owners have already started the renovations on this wonderful home in a great neighborhood. There are ceramic tile and ceiling fans throughout plus new crown molding, new fixtures and new A/C. This spacious house offers 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, living room, dining room, eat-in kitchen with breakfast bar, and family room. The lovely wooded lot features an inground pool, irrigation system and fenced yard. A steal at $166,900.  Call me at 386-214-5290 to see for yourself.

According to the 4/23/10 Florida Realtors News, buying a first home can be a daunting experience. Here are five common and costly mistakes that novice homebuyers make:

1. Ignoring the cost of a low credit score. Lower-score borrowers pay thousands of dollars in increased interest rates over the life of the loan.

2. Shopping for other things before closing. Lenders continue to check credit scores right up until the time of closing. Too much shopping could cause the lender to take back the loan.

3. Scrimping on an inspection. Expensive repairs can be financially devastating.

4. Buying without contingencies. Buyers should give themselves an out if the inspection turns up problems or if the bank raises their interest rate.

5. No money for insurance. Insurance can be surprisingly pricey. Buyers who don't budget for it face a nasty surprise.

Source: CNNMoney.com, Les Christie (04/19/2010)

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Realtors across Florida will be showcasing their listings this weekend during the first ever statewide Open House weekend. It's a fun and convenient way for buyers to see as many homes as possible and to learn about different neighborhoods. The event is tied to the expiration of federal tax credits for house purchases. Buyers must sign a purchase contract by April 30 and close on the deal by June 30. First-time buyers get up to $8,000 in tax credits and existing owners can get up to $6,500 in tax credits.

The Dream Homes team is participating with 2 properties that will be open for viewing on Sunday, 4/11 from 12:00-3:00. 118 Northbrook Lane in Ormond Beach is a wonderful attached single family home on a private street w/many upgrades, including new wood flooring, fireplace, new roof, ceiling fans, finished Florida room, hurricane shutters, new appliances, brick patio & fenced yard. This property is offered at $124,500. 3817 Grove View Lane in Port Orange is a charming 3/2 with expanded floor plan, cathedral ceilings, ceramic tile, ceiling fans, eat-in kitchen with new appliances, new roof & sprinkler system, heated & air conditioned Florida Room, screened porch, hot tub, fenced yard, and 2 car garage, all for $184,500. So, if you're interested in Daytona Beach area real estate, stop by on Sunday!

    What can Daytona Beach Realtors help you with that out of town realtors cannot? We have local knowledge about the area's properites for sale. Where are the good investments? What should I expect to pay for a Daytona Beach Oceanfront Home?

  Which Daytona Beach Oceanfront Condos are the best fit for my lifestyle and budget?

   Daytona Beach Realtors should be able to help you all your local area questions. Our local knowledge is a resource that you should use to your advantage. Ask us questions! Using the right Daytona Beach Realtor should save you time and money in your search for Daytona Beach real estate for sale.

  The Dream Homes Team is a group of well experienced Daytona Beach Realtorswho can help you sell your home or find the perfect dream home. Are you searching for Daytona Beach waterfront properties? Let the Daytona Beach Realtors at The Dream Homes Team help you with your search.  Mark your favorite homes in your wishlist and we will show them to you and find the best real estate investment. It's a buyer's market out there! Let the Dream Homes Team be your Daytona Beach Realtors.

Seems like it's never been a better time to buy a house, especially if you've got good credit. Hot deals, tax credits and now record mortgage rates are all making this a very attractive market.

According to a recent AP article, rates for 30 and 15 year fixed-rate mortgages continued to drop last week. Average rates for 30-year fixed mortgages matched a record low set last spring and are more than a full percentage point below what they were a year ago while the 15-year rate hasn't been this low since Freddie Mac started tracking it in 1991.

On the downside, most experts polled last week by Bankrate.com expect that rates will rise again shortly. Hopefully buyers will have time to take advantage of this market during this hectic holiday season.