Tax Credit is coming to an end and a lot of buyers might be out of luck

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  • Tuesday, June 29, 2010
  • According to The National Association of Realtors more than 180,000 buyers will not get their $8000 tax credit. These are not buyers who just entered into the market. These are buyers who previously met all the qualifications for the tax credit, but find themselves at the mercy of a work flow jam with lenders or other delays such as lapses in the National Flood Insurance Program, Rural Housing Service, and new home construction, and might not be able to complete the purchase of their homes by the current deadline.
    Florida has over 14,000 that are in this number and this will put an end to some of these deals. The tax credit ends on June 30th, but there have been talks to extend it. The market has seen great growth and momentum over the last year, don't let this slow it down. The real estate market is helping the economy recover, we all need it to thrive.

    Summer is here and for the families that means moving time

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  • Saturday, June 19, 2010
  • Here are some tips to keep in mind when you are ready to make that move while the kids are out of school. If you remember a few small things, the deadful move will be made easier. Make sure if you are thinking of making that move you call Scott Riddle to help you find your next home. Here are the tips www.rismedia.com/lowes/8355/8740.

    Summer is the time for home improvements, here is a small to do list for home owners

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  • Wednesday, June 16, 2010
  • Other than vacations, summer is the time of the year most popular for home improvement. The long days and warm, sunny weather make a great time to work on repairs and renovations without much of the hassles and delays that rain and other elements bring. For this reason and more, a good number of homeowners undertake home improvement projects during the summer.
    For a list of to do items please click here www.rismedia.com/lowes/8355/8857

    Make sure to start your projects early to avoid the heat and drink lots of water. Energy efficient improvements can save you big bucks over time and government incentives.

    Who said Marco is not for kids???

  • Monday, June 7, 2010
  • The city of Marco Island is getting younger and younger. Here are the summer programs that city have put together for under 18.



    CITY OF MARCO ISLAND
    Parks and Recreation Department
    Frank E. Mackle Community Park
    1361 Andalusia Terr. Marco Island, FL 34145
    239-642-0575
    www.cityofmarcoisland.com

    PARKS AND RECREATION NOTES


    • Camp Mackle registration is now open for ages 6 – 11yrs of age for summer day camp. Stop by Mackle Park to pick up an application.
    • Parks and Recreation Summer Program Guides for May through August are now available; please stop by Mackle Park, Racquet Center, City Hall to pick up your free booklet.
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    MACKLE PARK PROGRAMS FOR YOUTH

    TOT YOUTH PROGRAMS, Ages 3 – 5yrs
    Open Gym Tiny Tumblers will be held every Saturday morning from 9:30am – 10:30am at Mackle Park. Cost is $8/child, walk-ins are welcomed.

    YOUTH PROGRAMS, Ages 6 -14
    Camp Mackle registration is now open for ages 6 – 11yrs of age. Camp Mackle will be open Monday through Friday from 7:30am – 6:00pm beginning June 11 – August 21. For details and information to register please call Mackle Park at 642-0575.

    SUMMER ENRICHMENT CAMPS
    MICKYS Sailing learn to sail on the waters of Factory Bay. MICKYS is a US Sailing certified program with great teaching instructors. Camps are available for ages 8 – 12yrs, from 9:00am – 12:00pm. For information on Level 1(beginners) and Level 2(advance) classes please call Mackle Park, 642-0575.

    Jr. Chefs become a Jr. Chef this summer, we’ll mix, bake, create pastries, and learn the art of decorating cakes. Pre-registration is required. Camp date: August 16 – 20, 9:00am – 12:00pm for ages 8 – 13yrs.

    Lacrosse Camp learn about the beginning basics of how to play Lacrosse. Camp includes: drills, tactics, rules and regulations, and all required equipment. Pre-registration is required. Camp date: August 2 – 6, 8:00am – 12:00pm, Ages: 9 – 14yrs.

    Babysitter Boot Camp sharpen your skills by attending boot camp. Learn how to save a life, care for cuts and bruises, respond in a disaster, and prepare nutritional food for kids. Earn 6 certifications. Pre-registration is required. Camp date: June 21 – 25, 9:00am – 3:00pm, Ages: 11 – 15yrs.

    PADI SCUBA Diver Certification introduce participants to the underwater world through SCUBA diving. Program designed to cover the academic and confined water(pool) portions of the “Open Water” certifications. Pre-registration is required. Please call Mackle Park for schedule, times, and pricing.

    Open Water SCUBA Certification this certification course is designed to train the diver to safely and confidently navigate the other two-thirds of our planet. Pre-registration is required. Please call Mackle Park for schedule, times, and pricing.

    Volleyball Camp will help beginners to advanced participants with the fundamental skills of volleyball. Drills include: passing, digging, setting, and serving. Pre-registration is required. Camp date: July 12 – 16 and July 19 – 23, 9:00am – 12:00pm, Ages: 9 – 14yrs.

    Police/Fire Academy are you interested in police work, fire fighting, crime scene investigation? Marco Island Police and Fire departments will be hosting a one week course on the ins and outs of law enforcement, fire service, emergency medical response, and much more. Pre-registration is required. Camp date: June 14 – 18, 9:00am – 2:00pm, rising 6th – 8th grades.

    Marco City Tumbling and Cheer Camp join instructor Lyndsi Koszo as she shows you the basics in cheerleading skills, tumbling, and fun cheer games. Pre-registration is required. Camp date: June 28 – July 1, 9:00am – 4:00pm, Ages: 7 – 13yrs.

    Beginner Golf Camp sponsored by Coral Isle Golf Center. The clinic will include instruction on grip, stance, putting, posture, driving, and golf etiquette. Camp concludes with golf course experience on Friday. Pre-registration is required. Camp date: July 20 – 23, 9:00am – 11:00am, Ages: 9 – 13yrs.

    Green Thumb/Gardening Camp help create a “Children’s Garden” at Mackle Park. We will learn about the study of larvae, caterpillars, and butterflies, and understand the importance of bees, and to identify bad pests. The program will center around planting of seeds, using fertilizers, creating stepping stones, and enriching soil. Pre-registration is required. Camp date: July 26 – 30, 9:00am – 12:00pm, Ages: 7 – 11yrs.

    Beach Soccer Fun Camp Marco Island and Collier County Parks and Recreation partnered to bring you Beach Soccer Fun Camp this summer. This is a full week of soccer instruction plus beach fun at Tigertail Beach. Instructor Tony Smith brings a wealth of soccer knowledge to these full week camps. Pre-registration is required. Please pick up a program brochure at Mackle Park for the full Beach Soccer Fun Camp schedule.

    Jewelry Making Camp get into the basics of learning how to make your own jewelry. Participants will create necklaces and earrings from an assortment of gems, and jewels. All materials are included. Pre-registration is required. Camp date: June 28 – July 1, 9:00am – 11:00am, Ages: 4th – 7th grades.

    10 Rules of Social Etiquette Camp etiquette tells us which fork to use and which plate to pick up. Learn how to make social interactions run more smoothly and the various etiquette difference between cultures. There will be role playing and the last day of class will be our social brunch. Camp date: July 6 – 9, 10:00am – 12:00pm, Ages: 7 – 11yrs.

    H2O Camp: Extreme Water Sports Dustin Beatty of Water Ski and Wakeboard and Chris Bowden have teamed up to provide a comprehensive extreme water sports camp to include wakeboarding, water skiing, tubing, and skim boarding instructions. Pre-registration is required. Please call Mackle Park for all camp scheduling, times, and pricing.


    TEEN PROGRAMS, Ages 13 – 18yrs
    Teen Advisory Council let your voices be heard. Teen Advisory Council will discuss teen upcoming programs, field trips, community service ideas, creating a teen t-shirt, and naming of teen advisory council positions. For further inquires call 389-5034. Grades 6th – 12th grade invited.

    Teen Center Parents’ Nights this is an opportunity for parents and guardians to get the answer to the ever-pressing question, “What goes on in the Teen Center?” Parents and guardians are invited to the Teen Center to meet the Teen Recreation Leader, to see where the kids hang out, to find out what the teens have available to do, and to get the Teen Center summer schedule.
    Dates: Tuesday, May 25th; Wednesday, May 26th; Thursday, May 27th
    Time: 5:30 p.m.-6:30 p.m.
    Location: Teen Center

    Camp Mackle L.I.T. (Leader In Training) Camp Mackle is currently accepting applications for Leader in Training (LIT) volunteers to help with this year’s Camp Mackle program for elementary-aged children. This is a perfect opportunity for teens in need of volunteer hours, who enjoy community service, or who would like something fun and productive to do over the summer months. Applications can be picked up at Mackle Park. *Flexible schedules will be created for teen volunteers based on their availability and around prior engagements.
    Ages: 13-17 years
    Camp Mackle Dates: June 11 – August 20
    Camp Mackle Times: 7:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.

    School’s Out for Summer Beach Bash Music, Food, and Fun. Located at South Beach, have fun with your fellow classmates and celebrate the end of another great school year with parks and recreation.
    No Charge
    Ages: 6th – 12th Graders
    Dates: Thursday, June 10th
    Time: 3:30 – 8:00 p.m.

    Teen Summer Trips All teen summer field trips require each student to bring additional money for snacks and drinks. Transportation will be provided.
    IMPORTANT: A parent/guardian waiver must be signed.


    • Bamboozles Roller Skating Rink
    Date: May 30
    Pre-Register by May 28
    Time: 11:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
    Location: Ft. Myers – Drop-off/Pick-up: Mackle Park
    Cost: $10
    • Eclipse Movie Premiere
    Date: TBA
    Pre-register by Monday, June 28th
    Time: TBA
    Location: Marco Movies
    Cost: TBA
    • Ft. Myers Miracle’s Baseball Game
    Date: July 23
    Pre-Register by June 25
    Time: 5:45 p.m. – 10:30 p.m.
    Location: Ft. Myers – Drop-off/Pick-up: Mackle Park
    Cost: $10
    • Busch Gardens
    Date: August 20
    Pre-register by July 23
    Time: 7:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.
    Location: Tampa – Drop-off/Pick-up: Mackle Park
    Cost: $50
    Minimum: 40 Maximum: 50



    “City Kids” Junior Tennis Program The children’s instructional program features four different levels and runs in six week sessions throughout the winter and spring. Call the Racquet Center at 239-394-5454 for more information.

    Pickleball Clinic free instructional clinic on Mondays from 9-10:00 a.m. at the Racquet Center.

    Bank of America, is it help or headache?

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  • Thursday, June 3, 2010
  • Bank of America says they are helping, let's see what they have to say. I have had several clients that have been contacted and the process is not the best.



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    Have a great weekend and enjoy life, you only live once.