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Monthly Archives: September 2010
J.P. Morgan will halt foreclosures
By Ariana Eunjung Cha (c) 2002 – 2006 The Washington Post Company J.P. Morgan Chase, one of the nation’s leading banks, announced Wednesday that it will freeze foreclosures in about half the country because of flawed paperwork, a move that … Continue reading
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Barefoot Beach on shaky ground
Barefoot Beach State Preserve in Collier County is critically eroded, and it might take as long as three years to secure money to help fully repair the damage, according to state officials. Read More.
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Fannie and Freddie are getting too many foreclosures back.
Daily Real Estate News | September 20, 2010 | Fannie, Freddie in the Home-Selling Business Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac repossessed more than 191,000 homes during the first six months of 2010, twice as many as a year earlier. The mortgage financiers … Continue reading
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The 2010 market is ‘devastating’’ with further drops in taxable property values, which would be even deeper without Save Our Homes.
Despite better sales early this year, the 2010 market is “devastating’’ with further drops in taxable property values, which would be even deeper without Save Our Homes. Read More.
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South Lee land preservation buy finalized: $3.8 million for owner, $810,000 for lawyer
A key piece of a watershed restoration project east of Bonita Springs is falling into place. Read More.
Facebook has 11,701 compromised webpages
People ask me where I am on Facebook. I’m not and here’s the prime reason. Read More.
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Fishing Report: Action remains strong with redfish, snook, snapper
The redfish have started to appear in force. If you are in the right place at the right time, you might see a school of up to 100 fish move down the beach. Read More.
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August Newsletter is Here
Click on the Newsletters tab above and you’ll see that the August numbers confirmed what we already knew - that pended sales were definitely impacted by the oil spill news. The good news is that even though there were fewer … Continue reading
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Federal home mortgage modification (HAMP) snags spark lawsuits
Anthony and April Soper’s financial troubles were only starting last October when they applied for a mortgage adjustment through the Obama administration’s Home Affordable Modification Program. Read More.
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Lee County cuts $11M from budget; still evaluating other options to trim
Nearly $11 million in cuts across several departments has brought Lee County into a better position as it stares down a deficit before its first budget hearing Sept. 8. Read More.
Lake release proposal pits farmers vs. rivers
A proposed water-management plan has raised concerns about environmental impacts on the Caloosahatchee River and estuary. Read More.
Boaters to get new option with Doc’s Pizza House
Waterfront dining in Bonita Springs is limited. Getting something to eat while you’re still on the water is even more challenging. Read More.
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Aug. foreclosure filings down in Lee County
Lenders filed 834 foreclosure lawsuits in August in Lee County — down from July’s 882 and less than half the 1,692 reported in August 2009. Read More.
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Lee County construction permits fall in Aug.
Contractors in August pulled permits to build 17 single-family homes. Read More.
Southwest Florida snook fishing restrictions extended
Species hit hard by cold water during last winter. Read More.
Foreclosure deficiency judgments on the rise in Lee County
Even after losing your home to foreclosure, the lender or a debt collector may come knocking at your door, looking for money. Read More.
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Unique wines to be auctioned at 2011 Naples Winter Wine Festival
At the 2011 Naples Winter Wine Festival, a lot called Perfection that consists of 100 different bottles of wine rated by wine experts at 100 points (the highest rating possible) will be a first-of-its-kind lot ever to be auctioned. Read … Continue reading
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The line is held on Lee County tax rate
The number on your tax notice that goes to funding county government next year will drop 15 percent. County leaders Tuesday indicated they’ll keep the tax rate the same next year despite declining property values. The $3.65 rate is 63 … Continue reading
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