Towers of Channelside Emerge from Chapter 11 Bankruptcy
October 8th, 2008 categories: Channelside, Featured Listings, Home Buyer Information, South Tampa, Tampa Condos, Tampa Real Estate, Towers of Channelside
With 5 years of funding in place, The Towers of Channelside LLC is Celebrating the end of chapter 11 with unheard of pricing for a limited time.
If you’ve been to the Towers in the past and loved it, now is the time to come back, look again and make an offer. “we’re getting a lot of Realtors and their clients coming in now for the first time in a few months”, said Patty Francis, a sales agent for Homeward Real Estate, at the Towers of Channelside. Patty has been with the project since it’s inception and is beginning to feel the excitement of buyers again. “We’re seeing a lot of people who have been 
here earlier in the year but we’re unsure about buying while the developer was in Chapter 11”.
Twin 29 story towers in the heart of Channelside offer big water, Tampa skyline and Island/channel views. Experience the ultimate in Urban Resort style living you won’t find anywhere else in Tampa Bay. The Towers offer a 250,000 gallon 4 ring resort style pool and hot tub, waterfall, pool bar, 3500sq ft clubhouse and 45000 sq ft pool deck plus grilling pavilion and grass pet walks all located 5 stories above street level and surrounded by lush tropical landscaping.
Towers residents enjoy Generous open floor plans featuring extra large, entertainment size terraces, Furniture grade cabinetry in kitchen and baths, Granite in kitchen and baths, Stainless steel appliances, Crown molding and ceilings that soar as high as 13 ft, garden tubs, huge showers and walk in closets, Luxurious mahogany double door entrances to every condo. Residents also enjoy reduced electric bills do to European inspired chiller system which cools the entire community, including individual units, with cold water instead of air. 
HOA fees are incredibly low and include: 2 - 24/7 security officers located in beautifully appointed 5th story lobbies in each tower, Insurance, Water, Trash removal, High Speed Internet, HD Cable package, Telephone, Maintenance, On-Site Management.
Located across from Bay Plaza in Channelside This location is second to none. Walk across the street to NHL hockey, concerts, movies, restaurants, live entertainment, outdoor dining, night clubs, cruise ships, Florida Aquarium. The Street cars and trolleys stop right outside the door.
For additional information about the Towers of Channelside call John Montesano at 813-404-0001
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Newland Communities Poised for Real Estate Market Comeback
September 11th, 2008 categories: Communities, Covington Park, Home Buyer Information, News Around The Bay, Tampa Real Estate
Located in the heart of Apollo Beach, Newland Communities forges ahead with plans for their latest developement, Waterset. Newland’s plan is to be ready for the construction of new homes when the market turns around. Known for developing saught after communities throughout Hillsborough county such as Covington Park, Fishhawk Ranch and Mirabay, as well as others throughout the U.S. Newland looks to kick start the local real estate market by moving forward with plans to develope 6,400 homesites in a 2,350–acre master planned community.
Newland claims to be taking a longer view then some of the smaller developers who have scrapped projects. Realizing that a community of this size could take as long as 15 years to build out, Newland is in it for the long haul. Siting that Waterset isn’t the first community to start up in a downturn, and while planning started in 2004, it has changed with the market and will offer a diverse price point wih homes starting in the $140,000 and top out at $500,000 according to it’s regional marketing director. Waterset’s positive location and easy access to the interstate system, Tampa, Orlando, MacDill AirForce Base and the inviting Gulf beaches.
Still very much in the planning stages little is known about the details, but they do say there will be several lakes, retail, office space, restaurants and entertainment within the community. Along with parks, playgrounds, walking trails and a community center.
Other projects, such as an open air mall on Big Bend Road are still in the works, as well. Making the Southshore area of Hillsborough County a place where people moving to the area will definately want to explore.
For more information or to visit other local Newland Communities, contact Ticia Kervel at 813–760–1514 or visit our website at www.smartrealestatemarketing.com
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3 things you need to know about The Towers of Channelside Condos
August 19th, 2008 categories: Bayshore, Bellamy, Channelside, Downtown Tampa, Element, Featured Listings, Grand Central on Kennedy, Parkside at One Bayshore, South Tampa, Tampa Condos, Tampa Real Estate, The Place, The Plaza, Towers of Channelside, Ventana, Victory Lofts, Westshore Yacht Club
Lots of misinformation regarding the Towers of Channelside and Downtown Condos has condo buyers confused.
TOWERS OF CHANNELSIDE CURRENT MLS LISTINGS
As the on-site Broker we answer a lot of questions from people, including Realtors and prospective buyers with all sorts of misinformation about Downtown Tampa condos, Harbour island condos and Channelside condos. I would like to clear up a least a few of the ones we hear most about The Towers of Channelside.
1. The Banks, including Wachovia, do not own or run The Towers of Channelside.
On February 1, 2008 the Developer, Towers of Channelside LLC, Filed Chapter 11. This came in response to the banks withholding a draw due to the developer to be used for everything from marketing to paying the HOA fee for unsold units. As a result the lenders on the project released the funds and all parties are working toward an agreement or “plan” which will keep the Towers of Channelside solvent and able to pay their portion of HOA fees for at least the next 5 years.
2. The Towers of Channelside has hosted 4 parties for groups outside of residents of The Towers.
Two of these parties were fundraisers for local charities and were very good events. The Ryan Nece Foundation spent a lot of money to decorate and transform the 35000 sq ft pool deck into an event many of the guests including Tampa Bay Buccaneer players, dignitaries and local news reporters will remember for a long time to come. The second, Havana nights was held to raise money for the intellectually challenged through a foundation called Business Buddies. The other 2 events were Pool parties. The first was not very well planned, the second a birthday party for Buccaneer player Alex Smith. Both parties drew over 300 people. The Homeowners association has agreed not to host such parties, in the future.
3. The pool is not drained, green or leaking water. The lights are all on in the building. People are living in both towers.
These might be my favorites of all the ones we here. There also the easiest to overcome. The sales office is open 7 days a week and we encourage Realtors and potential buyers to come and view the property all the time, anytime. All work is complete and and the property is being well maintained. Residents and friends use the pool and clubhouse daily.
For more information call John Montesano at Homeward Real Estate
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Available Immediately
July 24th, 2008 categories: Communities, Home Buyer Information, News Around The Bay, Preforeclosure, Short Sales Tampa, Tampa Real Estate
Don’t miss out on a great opportunity to own a 5 bedroom 3 bath pool home located in a quiet small community in Southeast Hillsborough County. Built in 2005 with over 2900 sq ft of living space, fantastic family home offers formal areas, eat in kitchen with island, upgraded cabinets and large family room. Bonus room downstairs can serve as den office or hobby room 3rd bath downstairs opens to pool area for your convenience. 5 large bedrooms upstairs, lots of closet space and the laundry room is upstairs too adding more convenience.Very Low HOA and NO CDD. If you aren’t ready to purchase right now. The home is available for lease. Call contact info below for details.
Possibility of Short Sale Still Available
Third party has already given the word that an offer at the list price will secure the property for a very fortunate buyer. Time is running out quickly and we need an offer yesterday. Must be able to close quickly, have your loan approval ready.
The location is terrific too with easy access to the interstate, shopping, dining, Tampa, the gleaming gulf beaches and the attractions of Orlando.
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For more information and to view this very clean well cared for home contact Ticia Kervel at 813–760–1514 or check it out on the web at www.smartrealestatemarketing.com
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The Towers of Channelside - View from unit 1404 Tower 1
July 20th, 2008 categories: 345 Bayshore, Bayshore, Channelside, Downtown Tampa, Element, Featured Listings, Grand Central on Kennedy, Home Buyer Information, Parkcrest, Tampa Condos, Tampa Real Estate, The Place, The Plaza, Towers of Channelside, Ventana, Victory Lofts
Have it all Port/ Channelside, Water, Downtown Tampa/ City views along with the best 3 bed 3 bath value in the Towers of Channelside. 1767 sqft condo features a 675 sqft wrap around terrace with views of everything there is to see in Downtown Tampa including Harbour island and Davis Islands, The Forum and the brand new History center. On a clear day you’ll even see Tropicana field and Downtown St. Pete. $599,900
For further information regarding the Towers of Channelside Please call John Montesano, Broker, Towers of Channelside@ 813–404–0001 or email John@HomewardRE.com
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Towers Of Channelside 15% below developers list price
July 11th, 2008 categories: 345 Bayshore, Alagon, Bayshore, Bellamy, Channelside, Downtown Tampa, Element, Featured Listings, Grand Central on Kennedy, Skypoint, Tampa Condos, Tampa Real Estate, The Plaza, Towers of Channelside
Unit 504 facing west with a Downtown Tampa and Channelside view. 3 bedroom 3 full baths. Huge closets. This unit features an incredible 800+ sqft terrace with a gate to green areas, pet walk, 5th floor amenities deck. Quality furniture quality wood cabinets in the kitchen and all 3 baths along with granite and stainless steel appliances. The price on this unit has been hacked to a best value price of $479,927 and includes 2 parking spaces. The 2nd.parking space is typically offered at an additional $20,000. If you do the math that is a whopping $103,623 below the developers list price for July.
If you haven’t seen Towers of Channelside infinity edge pool, you owe it to yourself to come up and escape to this urban oasis. Once you dip your foot into this 250,000 gallon lagoon pool your going to want to lay under one of the many palm trees and soak up the sun while the sounds of the waterfall drift you into paradise.
For more information regarding the Towers of Channelside Please call John Montesano at 813–404–0001 or email to John@HomewardRE.com
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Urban Resort Style Living In DowntownTampa Condos in Channelside
July 9th, 2008 categories: Channelside, Downtown Tampa, Featured Listings, Skypoint, South Tampa, Tampa Condos, Tampa Dining & Entertainment, Tampa Real Estate, Towers of Channelside
Twin 29 story towers in the heart of Channelside offer big water,
Towers residents enjoy Generous open floor plans featuring extra large, 
entertainment size terraces, Furniture grade cabinetry in kitchen and baths, Granite in kitchen and baths, Stainless steel appliances, Crown molding and ceilings that soar as high as 13 ft, garden tubs, huge showers and walk in closets, Luxurious mahogany double door entrances to every condo. Residents also enjoy reduced electric bills do to European inspired chiller system which cools the entire community, including individual units, with cold water instead of air.
HOA fees are incredibly low and include: 2 - 24/7 security officers located in beautifully appointed 5th story lobbies in each tower, Insurance, Water, Trash removal, High Speed Internet, HD Cable package, Telephone, Maintenance, On-Site Management.
Located across from
For further information regarding the Towers of Channelside please call John Montesano @ 813–441–0400 or email to 
John@HomewardRE.com
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July 7th, 2008 categories: Tampa Real Estate
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Short Sales in a Buyer’s Market
June 10th, 2008 categories: Communities, Covington Park, Home Buyer Information, Home Seller Information, News Around The Bay, Preforeclosure, Short Sales Tampa, Tampa Real Estate
There are many homes on the market today, a good number of them listed as short sales. The basic definition in the Tampa market of a short sale is a home that will be sold for less than the actual amount owed.
Patience is a key word for buyers in making an offer on a short sale. Waiting for a third party approval can seem endless but once approved the process can move along quickly and buyers find themselves the proud owner of a home often times with built in equity.
Communication is an important part of the process, be sure to choose a Real Estate professional with short sales experience, willing to go the extra mile in keeping in touch and following up with sellers lenders and buyers to keep the transaction moving forward.
For more information contact Ticia Kervel at 813–760–1514 or Ticia@homewardre.com or to search listings logon to www.smartrealestatemarketing.com
My goal is your successful purchase
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Towers of Channelside June Promotion - Excellent Prices and Great Values
June 3rd, 2008 categories: Channelside, Downtown Tampa, Featured Listings, Home Buyer Information, Tampa Condos, Tampa Real Estate, Towers of Channelside
JUNE PROMOTION - FINALLY THE VALUES YOU’VE BEEN HOLDING OUT FOR. YOU’LL LOVE RESORT STYLE LIVING IN CHANNELSIDE W/THE BEST VIEWS AND BEST VALUES IN TAMPA. JUNE TOWERS OF CHANNELSIDE Boasts some of the largest, open 1, 2 & 3
bedroom floor plans and balconies in Downtown Tampa. Our units are complete and move in ready & feature granite in kitchen & baths, stainless refrigerator, range and dishwasher, furniture quality cabinetry and beautiful double door entrances into every condo. THIS INCREDIBLE COMMUNITY BOASTS A 250,000 GALLON RESORT STYLE POOL with a pool bar and waterfall, unmatched by any other in Tampa. You’ll swear you’re on vacation in Las Vegas. OUR INCREDIBLY LOW HOA FEEs INCLUDES: Water, sewer, cable, internet, telephone, 24/7 security, insurance on building, trash, property maintenance, property management. Don’t buy until you’ve seen our property and our values.
Call the Broker on-site, John Montesano of Homeward Real Estate at 813–574–7252 for an appointment. The Towers of Channelside sales office is open daily from 10–5pm and Sunday 1–5pm.
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