Holland Construction Announces “Mini-Stimulus” Equity-Financing Program

March 2nd, 2010

There is great news in Sarasota, Florida on this March 2, 2010 – In order to jumpstart contracting projects the Holland Construction, a full-service construction contracting firm with offices in Florida, Pennsylvania and Maryland, has announced an innovative program that offers creative financial solutions and options to its customers. The “EF-10” package, which allows companies to choose construction financing arrangements, deferred fees or the establishment of an ownership or equity position in a project, is designed to jumpstart certain jobs that may have stalled due to the lack of adequate funding

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Investing in Florida in 2010

February 26th, 2010

I lost count of how many people I spoke to in December who said, “Thank goodness 2009 is over.” As we enter 2010, I think most of us can agree. Lawrence Yun, the chief economist of the National Association of Realtors, stated that 2009 was the year of recovery and 2010 will be the year of growth. Florida’s existing home sales have risen for the past 15 months according to the latest housing data released by Florida Realtors. Condominiums which were overall slow to sell in 2009 increased 111% in November compared to Read the rest of this entry »

Legends Bay at IMG Academies

February 15th, 2010

Legends BayBradenton, FL - Ruben-Holland Development is reporting high levels of building activity at Legends Bay at IMG Academies. This luxury development project, located directly along one mile of Sarasota Bay waterfront property in Bradenton, FL, is currently one of the most active luxury real estate developments in this area. New home prices start in the upper $300’s. One of Legends Bay’s three preferred builders, D. R. Horton, Inc., broke ground thirty days ago on their first Legends Bay home, a model called “The Barcelona.” The model is 3,611 square feet, and the Barcelona floor plans start at $499,900. One of the nation’s largest homebuilders, D.R. Horton has an additional nine homes currently under construction Read the rest of this entry »

Boca Grande Island Splendor

February 11th, 2010

A Brilliant Symphony of European Mastery and Old Florida Charm

3561 Shore Lane Boca Grande, Florida | Gasparilla PropertiesThe immaculate manicured lawn, towering royal palms, lush tropical foliage and soothing sound of gently lapping waves welcome you to this grand Caribbean colonial masterpiece in pristine Boca Grande. Reminiscent of the sugar plantations of the West Indies, you’ll find the finest of appointments and finishes, unique European warmth and state-of-the-art amenities nestled amoung almost 2-acres of Florida paradise. A featured vacation and pleasure destination, Boca Grande is a quaint community located on the small Southwest Florida barrier island of Gasparilla, offering the allure of an exoctic location and Old Florida charm with no passport required Read the rest of this entry »

February Short Sales and Long Shots

February 6th, 2010

Short sales have been around for many years but only recently have they become a topic of conversation suitable for cocktail parties and sporting events. A short sale transaction occurs when a mortgage lender, (and sometimes other junior lien holders), agree to release their lien on a property for less money than the sum that is owed to pay the debt in full. A borrower is not necessarily released Read the rest of this entry »

The King’s Treasure

February 4th, 2010

The King's Treasure | Naples, Florida700 KINGS TOWN DRIVE, NAPLES, FL architectural “majesty and impeccable craftsmanship” Amazing architecture, with European warmth, welcomes you through Tischler & Vetter double mahogany doors to exceptional design and craftsmanship. Amazing architecture, with European warmth, welcomes you through Tischler & Vetter double mahogany doors to exceptional design and craftsmanship. Be transported by this absolutely stunning Read the rest of this entry »

 

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