Craig Wallengren - Realtor

The Number One Mistake Sellers Are Making: Overpricing Their House In today's housing market, many sellers are making a critical mistake: overpricing their houses.

The Biggest Mistakes Sellers Are Making Right Now The housing market is going through a transition.

‼️‼️NEW LISTING- JENSEN BEACH‼️‼️

1720 NE 23rd Terrace, Jensen Beach, FL 34957

Discover this Leilani Heights home loaded with NEW upgrades! This home offers: new metal roof, new HVAC, new kitchen and baths, new appliances, new base boards, new knockdown ceilings, new fiber cement Hardi siding, all new fixtures, granite on all surfaces, huge interior laundry room with cabinetry, walk-in closet, new paint inside & out, new sod & landscape, new screens on huge patio, fenced yard, shed with electric and so much more! Just a few minutes to the beach & river. This home is move-in ready and situated in a great location...don't miss out!

BEDS-3
BATHS-2
LIVING SQ-1302
YR BUILT -1976
PRICE 419,900

CALL OR TEXT ME FOR A PRIVATE SHOWING 772-370-7593

Why Fixing Up Your House Can Help It Sell Faster If you’re thinking about selling your house, you should know there are buyers who are ready and able to pay today’s high prices.

5 Very Important Checklist Items Before Selling Your Home - Realty Times Before selling your home, you’ll want to make sure it is ready to be seen by potential buyers. Follow the next five steps to ensure that your house sells for the maximum value. First Step: Paint First, make sure that the paint is up to date. You may need to skim coat your walls. Skim coat, also ca...

How Long Does It Take to Close on a House? - Realty Times “All cash, seven-day close.” Those words are a dream for a home seller and a real estate agent, but while they may be thrown around on shows like Million Dollar Listing to entice a buyer to accept a $28 million offer on a $30 million list price, how realistic is it to close so quickly in the rea...

Which Generation Has the Most Debt? Gen Xers, between 44 and 59 years old, owed $33,859 in non-mortgage loans, the most across the four generations studied. Debt can impact the ability to buy a home.

These Are The Most Expensive States To Maintain A Home ZeroHedge - On a long enough timeline, the survival rate for everyone drops to zero

Relocation: Timing is Everything - Realty Times They say that timing is everything. I tend to believe that, for the most part. It certainly is true about a successful relocation. My purpose here is...

3 Things to Consider Before Investing in a Rental Property - Realty Times Having a rental property can be a great investment. Not only can it appreciate, but many times the rent you receive from tenants will also cover most (or all) of the mortgage. Of course, it’s not exactly passive income. You’ll probably be managing renters, hiring yard care and cleaning,....

Rental Market Settling in Most Florida Cities Rents across the state are trending down. South Florida rents are among the highest in the state. Researchers said the days of rapidly rising rents are probably over.

Daily Cartoon - Realty Times  Using humor in your social media posts can increase engagement with your audience. It's a great way to differentiate your brand from competitors. Realty Times offers a daily cartoon service that delivers custom real estate comic strips to subscribers via email five days a week. These carto...

Your Agent Is the Key To Pricing Your House Right [INFOGRAPHIC] The asking price for your house can impact your bottom line and how quickly it sells.

5 Reasons to Buy a Fixer-Upper Instead of a Perfect Place - Realty Times “Location, location, location” is the mantra when it comes to where to buy a home. But when it comes to what to buy, it gets a little more complicated. There is definitely a contingent who would insist that you would buy the best home you can afford. But while there is something to be said for b...

‼️‼️ NEW LISTING-TROPICAL ISLES ‼️‼️

🏠202 Old Key West Place, Fort Pierce, FL 34982

Discover this totally remodeled 2 bedroom 2 bath home located on a quiet cul-de-sac in Tropical Isles. Home offers a Brand New Roof, New A/C, New Kitchen with Quartz countertops, white appliances and top of the line SS appliances. Home also has New Life proof vinyl flooring, recessed lighting, New fans, New fixtures and crown molding throughout. Both Master bath and guest bath have been tastefully remodeled as well. This one has a large back yard as well as a nice screened in front porch. Land Owned. This is NOT a land lease. Dont miss this one, it will not last long.

BEDS-2
BATHS-2
LIVING SQ FT -864
Yr Built- 1993
55+ Community
HOA- 💲 251 Per Mth
💲 139,900

‼️‼️ NEW LISTING- PSL-NEAR BECKER RD‼️‼️

411 SW Namoit Place, Port Saint Lucie, FL 34953

Discover this 3/2/2 loaded with so many NEW upgrades!! A custom remodel! New features include: New master bath & 2nd bath, New Hardi board cement siding, New paint inside and out, New garage door, New gutters, New attic door, R40+ insulation, New A/C ducts, New custom kitchen with black stainless Frigidaire Gallery appliances, New Lifeproof vinyl flooring, , knockdown ceilings, 7 stage reverse osmosis as well as new interior solid wood doors, all light and fan fixtures New, Wi-Fi smart light switches, landscaping, New screen patio, New quartz surfaces everywhere, door handles and hinges, 2023 Roof, 2023 HVAC ... situated on well over a ¼ acre of extremely private land, this is truly one-of-a-kind. For the price, house & location, this is a fantastic opportunity.

BEDS-3
BATHS-2
GARAGE-2
LIVING SQ FT-1207
YR BUILT-1990

💲 388,000

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‼️‼️ NEW LISTING- VERANDA GARDENS‼️‼️

🏠258 SE Courances Drive, Port Saint Lucie, FL 34984

Discover this 3-bed, 3 full bath Mediterranean style home situated in Veranda Gardens. This home offers loads of upgrades! Spacious kitchen with quartz counters, black stainless appliances, plantation shutters, 8ft doors, walk-in closets, new lush berber carpet, fresh coat of paint inside and out, all impact window and doors. Master on-suite is gorgeous with his/her sinks, quartz counters, large shower with glass enclosure and a spacious California closet style walk-in. Upstairs features 1 bed and a full bathroom along with a huge bonus room. Veranda Gardens offers a resort style club house with all these amenities: pool and large spa, separate lap pool, tennis ,bocce ,barefoot bar ,dog park, fire pit, tot lot playground, fitness center and walking distance to shops and restaurants

BEDS= 3
BATHS 3
LIVING SQ FT- 1770
YR BUILT- 2016
HOA- $277 PER MONTH
💲 459,000

☎️CALL OR TEXT ME TODAY FOR A PRIVATE SHOWING! 772-370-7593

‼️‼️NEW LISTING- ST LUCIE WEST‼️‼️

‼️BANK OWNED FORECLOSURE‼️

249 NW Bentley Cir, Port St Lucie, Fl, 34986

Discover this 3 bedroom 2.5 bath CBS lake home located in the Lakes at St lucie West. Home offers vaulted ceilings, tile flooring in main areas, vinyl flooring in bedrooms, Huge screened in patio that overlooks the lake.- THIS HOUSE IS IN NEED OF A NEW ROOF!

BEDS- 3
BATHS-2.5
2 CAR GARAGE
LIVING SQ FT-1849
YR BUILT -1993
💲 313,500

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‼️‼️NEW LISTING‼️‼️

🏠67 Royal Oak Drive 204, Vero Beach, FL 32962

Discover this Beautifully renovated 1/1 with golf and lake views! This home features loads of new upgrades: new kitchen with solid wood cabinetry, granite, new appliances, all new lights, fans & faucets, new baseboards, new HVAC, fresh coat of Sherwin Williams paint, Lifeproof waterproof luxury vinyl flooring, completely updated bathroom, huge master closet, walk-in storage room directly off the Florida patio room. This active 55+ community (Vista Royale) has it all...4 club houses, 4 pools, billiards, tennis, fitness room, shuffleboard, library, pickleball, 3 nine-hole golf courses and a restaurant.

Beds -1
Baths-1
Living Sq ft- 710
Yr Built- 1979
55+ Community
💲139,900

☎️Call or text me today for a private showing 772-370-7593

‼️‼️ NEW LISTING- JENSEN BEACH‼️‼️

2164 N.E. 15th Drive, Jensen B*h Fl 34957

Discover this completely remodeled 3/2/1 situated in the heart of Jensen Beach! This home offers LOADS of new features. New metal roof 2024, new AC system 2024, new Lifeproof luxury vinyl floor, 5.25'' baseboards, new doors, all new faucets and light fixtures, new ceilings, concrete block construction, huge laundry room with utility sink and cabinets. Very spacious kitchen with solid wood cabinets, granite counters, new appliances, pantry and a eat in kitchen area. Beautifully updated bathrooms with new tile, granite, vanities, glass shower door. The rear patio also features a new 10x12 gazebo with a metal roof.

BEDS-3
BATHS-2
GARAGE-1 Car
LIVING SQ FT- 1329
TOTAL SQ FT- 1852
YR BUILT-1975

💲 425,000

☎️Call or text me for a private showing! 772-370-7593

‼️NEW LISTING - JENSEN BEACH‼️

2495 NE Hickory Avenue, Jensen Beach, FL 34957

Discover this 3 bedroom 1.5 bath Key West style pool home located in the heart of Jensen Beach. Home offers Hardi siding, metal roof, Brand new SS appliances in kitchen, Brand new Berber style carpet in all bedrooms. Home has been freshly painted and has all new fans and fixtures. A/C is just 2 yrs old. Quiet neighborhood, Walking distance to the river. Dont miss this one!

BEDS- 3
BATHS-2
LIVING SQ FT- 1254
POOL
NO HOA

💲 350,000

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‼️NEW LISTING- ST LUCIE WEST‼️

1682 SW Harbour Isles Circle, Port Saint Lucie, FL 34986
(Harbour Isles at Lake Charles)

Beautifully remodeled 2/2/2 townhouse. This home features: new luxury waterproof vinyl flooring, gorgeous new counter surfaces, high-end fans & light fixtures, new gold faucets and matte black trim throughout, completely updated kitchen featuring new white glass Bespoke Samsung appliances, new bathrooms, walk-in closets, new 5.25 base boards, 18ft living room ceiling showcasing a new stone wall and a 60'' electric fireplace, spacious screened front patio and a very quiet and tranquil back yard area. You won't be disappointed!

Beds - 2
Baths-2
Yr built-1997
Living Sq ft- 1586
Total Sq ft - 2209
HOA- $711 per mth (covers Alot)

💲359,000

Call or Text me today for a private showing

☎️772-370-7593

‼️ NEW LISTING- FT PIERCE ‼️

352 Tropical Isles Circle, Fort Pierce, FL 34982 - 55+ Community

Discover this totally renovated 3 bedroom 2 bath home located in Tropical Isles. Home offers a split floor plan with Vaulted ceilings, life-proof vinyl flooring throughout main areas, newer Berber style carpet in bedrooms. Home also offers a Brand new kitchen with white cabinets, quartz counters w/ undermount sink and SS appliances and large pantry. Both baths have been tastefully updated and master bath has a HUGE shower that is also wheelchair accessible. Home was freshly painted on the interior. Florida room has been updated with removable windows and does have an A/C but is not counted in the Under Air Sq ft. Exterior has been meticulously maintained and a beautiful brick paver patio was put out back and along the side. Land owned, not a land lease. Pet friendly. Home also has full accordion shutters for hurricane protection. Dont miss this one!

BEDS- 3
BATHS- 2
YR BUILT- 2001
LIVING SQ FT- 1475
TOTAL SQ FT- 2090
HOA - $ 251 PER MTH
PET FRIENDLY
💲 194,900

☎️772-370-7593

The Five Biggest Turn-Offs For Homebuyers - Realty Times A lot of sellers don't listen to their real estate agents, so we'll tell you what your agent wants to say, but can't say to you and this is it - your agent can't get you the price you want unless your home is in pristine move-in condition.

Is Cryptocurrency the Future of Real Estate Transactions? | Entrepreneur Let's discuss cryptocurrency's influence on the real estate industry and what the future may look like.

Unlocking the Future: A Guide to Buying a House with Cryptocurrency - Mortgages, Payments, and Insurance Buying a home with cryptocurrency is a growing trend for 2024. This guide explains how crypto-friendly platforms are enabling this.

U.S. Foreclosure Activity Up From 2022 Property data analytics company ATTOM said foreclosure starts increased from 2022, but completions declined. The company said the increase is a market correction.

Can You Get a Mortgage with Bad Credit? - Realty Times The real estate market remains hot right now, despite economic headwinds. Many people want to jump in and buy a home or upgrade their current home to a new one for good reason. Interest rates are incredibly low, so now could still be a buying opportunity, despite limited inventory and high prices in...

Florida Lawmakers: Citizens Insurance for All? State Rep. Sheldon Roach thinks Citizens Property Insurance Corp. could become the state’s go-to windstorm coverage provider, but others say it’s not a good idea.