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	<title>Mercedes Homes Blog: Custom, Luxury, &#38; Affordable New Homes &#187; Tampa</title>
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		<title>Reasons to Buy in Tampa</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 14 Jun 2010 20:41:02 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Tampa</dc:creator>
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<p>Now while home prices and interest rates are still at record low it is time to jump off the fence fast before you miss the opportunity of a lifetime.  You do not want to&#8230; <a href="http://blog.mercedeshomes.com/florida/tampa/reasons-to-buy-in-tampa/" class="read_more">Read more</a></p>]]></description>
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<p>Now while home prices and interest rates are still at record low it is time to jump off the fence fast before you miss the opportunity of a lifetime.  You do not want to be looking back in five years saying  “ I Should Have”.</p>
<p>Inventory level are decreasing, 12.4 month supply in January 2009 to a 7.9 month supply in November 2009.  This number has not been this low since early 2007.  The volume of new homes for sale has declined to 234,00 which is the lowest volume since April 1971.  the median single family new home price increased to  $217,400.</p>
<p>Demand for housing will continue to grow which means builders will be hiring in order to keep up with the demand.  In turn boost consumer confidence and bring buyers on the fence into the market.  You want to be ahead of the curve while choices for premium home sites are still available.</p>
<p>Tampa Bay is one of the top 15 markets in the country.  You cannot loose.  Purchasing a home in this current market is a win win for you and the economy.  It is time to make the move.  Jump off that fence and into your new  energy efficient  home.</p>
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		<title>Mercedes Homes expands to Outpost Point in Grand Hampton.</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 14 Jun 2010 20:39:17 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Tampa</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[<p>Mercedes Homes expands to Outpost Point in Grand Hampton.</p>
<p>Expansive home sites on natural conservation for the buyer would  enjoy nature.</p>
<p>The Grand Hampton community amenities are second to none and include a resort style&#8230; <a href="http://blog.mercedeshomes.com/florida/tampa/mercedes-homes-expands-to-outpost-point-in-grand-hampton/" class="read_more">Read more</a></p>]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Mercedes Homes expands to Outpost Point in Grand Hampton.</p>
<p>Expansive home sites on natural conservation for the buyer would  enjoy nature.</p>
<p>The Grand Hampton community amenities are second to none and include a resort style pool, an Olympic size lap pool, fitness room, beautiful club house, tennis and basketball courts and the list goes on.  Floor plans start from 2124 square feet up to 4200 square feet.</p>
<p>Mercedes Homes new model center in Outpost Point will be opening in April, please call 813-612-4839 to schedule a tour.</p>
<p>For additional information, please view our new updated state  of the art website at <a href="http://www.mercedeshomes.com" target="_blank">www.mercedeshomes.com</a></p>
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		<title>A Letter from a homeowner</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 14 Jun 2010 20:35:48 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Tampa</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[<p>Kim:</p>
<p>Thanks so much for ALL your help with the mortgage loan on my new home.  You were extremely helpful and you made the process seamless and stress free ( I can’t express enough how&#8230; <a href="http://blog.mercedeshomes.com/florida/tampa/a-letter-from-a-homeowner/" class="read_more">Read more</a></p>]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Kim:</p>
<p>Thanks so much for ALL your help with the mortgage loan on my new home.  You were extremely helpful and you made the process seamless and stress free ( I can’t express enough how much this means to not have to endure all the stress.  Your personal attention, knowledge and dedication made my experience a pleasant  one and I appreciate all that you did.  You answered and explained all the crucial, inexperienced questions I had, and now knowing what I know, I cannot imagine what it would have been like without your assistance.   I had initially started out with  ( another bank) and got frustrated and confused with all of their questions and demands.  Brooke at Mercedes Homes recommended that I contact you  ( I am so glad I made that call and that she gave me the recommendation)</p>
<p>Thanks for going the extra mile and making my experience stress free and pleasurable.</p>
<p>Donna<br />
(Mercedes Homes, homeowner)</p>
<p>Mercedes Homes works with preferred lenders to help insure that our buyers  get the best rates and best service as well as closings that take place in a timely manner.  One of the Preferred Lenders is FBC Mortgage LLC based out of Orlando. The Tampa Loan Office for FBC is Kim Dorsett,( letter above was sent to Kim) she exemplifies professionalism, with a dedication to creating a stress free  experience.</p>
<p>Thank you Kim for helping our buyers. Thank you Donna for sharing your thoughts and Welcome to the Mercedes Homes Family.</p>
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		<title>Tampa’s public school system is rated in the top ten for large cities</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 14 Jun 2010 20:31:31 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Tampa</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[<p>Tampa’s public school system is rated in the top ten for large cities:</p>
<p>An additional boost for Tampa not only world class dinning, shopping and sports.</p>
<p>Great weather and fantastic master planned communities. Tampa is&#8230; <a href="http://blog.mercedeshomes.com/florida/tampa/tampa%e2%80%99s-public-school-system-is-rated-in-the-top-ten-for-large-cities/" class="read_more">Read more</a></p>]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Tampa’s public school system is rated in the top ten for large cities:</p>
<p>An additional boost for Tampa not only world class dinning, shopping and sports.</p>
<p>Great weather and fantastic master planned communities. Tampa is now rated in the top ten for public schools. In addition Tampa offers USF, UT and is only an hour drive from Ringling collage of art and design in Sarasota.</p>
<p>If you are thinking of Relocating the family to a warmer climate Tampa is a great choice for the entire family.</p>
<p>Either relaxing in the surf of a sandy white beach or enjoying the night life at channel side Tampa should be one of your top choices.</p>
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