Are you lookin for the best deal at Turnberry on the Green. Unit 2214 is now available for the incredible price of $525,000. Turnberry on the Green is located directly on the Turnberry Isle and Resort golf course, and this unit offers amazing unobstructed views in just about every direction. This is the St Andrews floor plan, which is a 2 bed 2 bath corner unit with a large wrap around terrace. Unit 2214 is priced much lower than any other unit in this line, and it is the best deal for a golf course and ocean view unit. Do not miss your chance to own the premier line at Turnberry on the Green for the best price.
Turnberry on the Green has a superior location, and is conveniently located next to Aventura Mall. Amenities at Turnberry on the Green include 24 hour valet, two level state of the art gym, party rooms and heated pool. For more information regarding Turnberry on the Green please call Paul Hansen 786-586-4778.

Aventura Lakes
20822 NE 32 Ave
3 bed 2.5 bath for $699,000

Aventura lakes is the most sought after single family home community in the city of Aventura. Our listing at 20822 NE 32 Ave is now available for the great price of $699,000. This 3 bedroom 2.5 bathroom offers a two car garage with a wide lake view and two floors. The first floor is tile while the second floor is wood. The total square footage of this Aventura Lakes home is 2,340. Every window on this Aventura Lakes home has new accordian hurrican shutters. For more information on this Aventura Lakes listing please call Paul Hansen 786-586-4778 or click here to have details emailed to you.
Aventura Lakes is built on 32 acres and offers a beautiful clubhouse with workout facility, childrens playroom, party room with a kitchen facility, heated pool and hot tub and 24 hour security.
Please call Paul Hansen 786-586-4778

18345 NE 30th Place
Aventura, Fl. 33160
$700,000

This is a great opportunity for you to purchase the only 2 car garage available in Aventura Bay for $700,000. This community is made up of only 65 townhomes of which 59 of them only have a one car garage. The 2 car garage is a luxury because both of your cars are protected from the damaging sun and rain, and you get extra storage the others do not have. Aventura Bay is the newest townhome community in the city of Aventura and was completed in 2004. Here is a list of features the townhome offers:

- 3 bedrooms 2.5 bathrooms
- 2020 square feet
- Two car garage with brand new garage door opener
- 24 hour security
- Childrens playground and dog park
- New Kohler fixtures and glass shower enclosure in bathrooms
- Marble floors
- Huge master bedroom with 16 foot ceilings
- New a/c compressor and coil
- Six elegant French doors throughout
- One of the lowest maintenance fees you will find in Aventura

For more information please call:

Paul Hansen Owner/Agent
786-586-4778
Turnberry International Realty

With problems in the mortgage lending sector dominating the news, home owners who have an adjustable-rate mortgage may be wondering if it is time to re-evaluate their financial situation.

Think carefully about your ability to handle monthly mortgage payments in the future - and make adjustments, if necessary, says Susie Irvine, president and CEO of the American Financial Services Association Education Foundation, an organization affiliated with mortgage lenders.

Here are some tips that will help to give peace of mind to borrowers with ARMs:

- Make note of the date your initial interest rate adjusts, or resets, since the monthly payment may go up substantially. You can find the reset date on your monthly statement or by reviewing your loan contract.

- Be familiar with other terms and conditions of the loan, including what type of ARM you have and if there is a fee for paying off the loan early (a prepayment penalty). See the list below prepared by AFSAEF for important terms to know. Contact your lender if you have any questions.

- If you plan to refinance before the reset date, do not wait until the last minute. Lenders need time to prepare the paperwork, check references and schedule the closing. Ideally, the refinancing process should begin two to three months prior to the reset date of the existing loan.

If borrowers already are facing financial problems, they should:

- Find out their options. These may include forbearance (when the lender postpones foreclosure to give the borrower more time to make payments), mortgage modification programs and help with selling the home before foreclosure occurs.

- Watch out for scams. Be leery of foreclosure specialists who offer to solve your problems by paying off your mortgage or providing other services for a fee.

- Contact an approved housing counseling agency. For a list of agencies approved by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development provides an online list of approved agencies. Another source of help is the Homeownership Preservation Foundation, which has counselors from HUD-certified agencies and sponsors a toll-free hotline (888-995-HOPE) dedicated to preventing foreclosures.

In a slow market, it is particularly important to get a home or condo ready to sell quickly. How do you get your home or condo in prime shape for showings?

Here are some of her most frequently made suggestions:

- Fix any visible problems that might be a red flag for potential buyers, including repainting stained walls.
- Cover damaged kitchen or bathroom floors with inexpensive peel-and-stick vinyl floor tiles - if a more expensive change seems out of the question.
- Repaint public rooms that will garner a lot of a buyer's attention, including the kitchen, dining room and living room.
- Clean up the exterior of the house, added potted plants, repair damaged walkways and put a fresh coat of paint on the front door.
- Rent a storage unit and get rid of about half the furniture and most of the personal items.
- When showing the property, turn on every light in the house and tune radios on each floor to the same classical music station.
- Suggest that the owners refrain from doing much cooking (baking sweets is a good idea) and put good-smelling soaps in all the bathrooms

You can move into the Atrium Aventura by the first quarter of 2007. Only 22 condos are left at the luxury waterfront condominium, including 15 two story terrace residences. Prices at the Atrium range from $600 to $1.3 million. Atrium resales are starting in the $400's. The two three and four bedroom floor plans range from 1,491 to 3,142 square feet and are located at and above the amenity level. Amenities include a waterfront pool, hot tub & sundeck, fitness center, exercise room, steam & sauna rooms, childrens playground, 22 slip boats, private marina and a boardwalk. The atrium is being developed by GM Atrium, LLC. Part of the Gates McVey family of companies. For more information on the Atrium at Aventura please call Paul Hansen 786-586-4778 or Carole Hansen 786-586-4780.

If you are looking for a Mediterranean style mid rise condo in Aventura you have several excellent choices. The Mediterranean Village is a very popular choice because of Williams Islands high level of amenities and great location. The Med Village offers great views of the Williams Island Marina and offers a very private lifestyle.
Just around the corner is Village by the Bay which is made up of several different buildings of three to five stories in height. Village by the Bay is one of the most affordable of all the Aventura Condos.
The Yacht Club is located on East Country Club Drive and is made up of nine separate 6 story condos. The Yacht Club was finished in 1994 and offers tennis courts, racquetball and a marina.
Turnberry Village is located just around the corner, and is the newest of all these Aventura condos. Turnberry Village is made up of two 14 story mid rises with top of the line amenities and an incredible location on the golf course.
The Porto Vita Bella Vista mid rises are just across the street from Turnberry Village and offers two separate buildings, one with 7 floors, and the other with 14 floors. The Bella Vista mid rises are the most luxurious of all these Aventura Condos and offers views and amenities that are second to none. For more information on these Aventura Condos please contact us today. Paul Hansen 786-586-4778

If you have just purchased a new home, watch out for a deed scam that is making the rounds.

New home buyers get an official looking letter in the mail telling them that it is important to have a certified copy of their property deed. Consumer Reports warns that the companies selling these services use high pressure sales tactics and charge as much as $100.

Chances are the buyers will get a copy of their deed at closing, but if they don not, all they have to do is contact their county clerk or registrars office. The charge for a copy is less than $10. In some places, they can look at and print a noncertified copy of their deed from the Internet for free. If you feel like you have been the victim of a scam, please give us a call for some friendly advice.

Aventura Lakes is Aventuras newest single family home community. Hansen Homes has just listed the best kept 3 bedroom in the neighborhood for $759,000. Built on two levels, this home offers wide lake views with 2,340 square feet of living space. The owner has been meticulous in the maintenance of this Aventura Lakes home and it shows. Please call today for more information. Paul Hansen 786-586-4778.

- Accordion Hurricane shutters on every window
- Wood floors on second floor tile on first floor
- Crown moldings throughout
- Completely prewired for entertainment
- Two car garage
- 3 bedrooms 2.5 bathrooms
- Wide water views

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After

Here are 10 quick fixes that make a house more likely to be snagged up by buyers. In a slower market these steps are critical to make your home stand out over your neighbors home. For more information or to be put in touch with an accredited home stager, please contact us today! 786-586-4778.

1. Paint the trim, columns, front door, and the light fixture.
2. Replace the storm door with a full-view one.
3. Clean all the window screens.
4. Add new mulch and a potted plant by the front door.
5. Remove mirrors from over the fireplace so buyers focus on the fireplace.
6. Move furniture 1 1/2 to 2 feet away from the walls to create the illusion of more space.
7. Get rid of any movable storage pieces in the kitchen and take all the clutter off the refrigerator.
8. Clean and regrout the bathroom floor tile.
9. Replace dated bathroom vanities with trendy (and economical) pedestal sinks.
10. Put colorful bedding and matching window treatments in all the bedrooms.

(Atrium West Tower)

Carole and I both got a chance to visit the Atrium Aventura construction site last Thursday with Yansy Checa. Both of the condominium towers at the Atrium are coming along very nice and should be ready for closing starting in the next month or so. There are still some very good deals to be had on a handful of developer units that remain. We got to see first hand how nice the views are from the East tower. We did not get a chance to go up in the West tower. The floor to ceiling windows allow for maximum light and even with the blue covering over them it was still very bright. The views to the East are spectacular once you get above the third floor with wide bay views. Please contact us for more information on the Atrium Aventura condos. 786-586-4778

(Yansy Checa)

Unit 1109 is now available at the South Tower at the Point for $714,900. The 09 line is the premier line in the South Tower and has views of the ocean, intracoastal waterway and the Waterways Marina. Unit 1109 has views to the south, southeast and direct east. The living areas and bathrooms of this unit are all marble while the bedrooms are carpet. The square footage is 1,865 of air conditioned living space. The terraces make up an additional 300 square feet. This unit has barely been lived in and shows beautifully. To schedule a showing please call Paul Hansen 786-586-4778.

- 2 bed 2 bath plus den
- 1,865 square feet
- $778 monthly maintenance
- South Tower completed in 2002
- Marble and carpet flooring
- Corner unit
- 24,000 square foot spa with restaurant
- 3 pools
- Tennis courts

Unit 2705 in the Peninsula is the best condo deal in Aventura, and is listed for only $980,000. With 2970 square feet of air conditioned square footage, this unit at the Peninsula could be yours for just a little more than $300 per square foot. The Peninsula is one of top Aventura condos and offers a full array of amenities with a superb location. The floor plan is a flow through design with east and west views. There are some great condo deals available in the market today, you just have to know where to look. Please call Paul for more information. 786-586-4778

This unit features:

- marble and wood floors
- granite counter tops
- crown moldings
- private elevators
- 24 hour valet and security
- state of the art fitness center
- party room
- huge heated pool

Peninsula and Peninsula Phase II

Some of the best deals for a condo in the city of Aventura comes to you from Boca Developers. Their three projects are Hamptons South , Peninsula and Peninsula Phase II are some of the finest condominiums you will find anywhere in South Florida. Hamptons South is located in the North East section of Aventura and has some of the most astounding ocean, intracoastal and golf course views you will ever see.

Hamptons South

The Peninsula is located in the Southern section of Aventura and has equally impressive views to choose from. Peninsula Phase II has reached the top floor of construction and is likely to start closing within six months. All three of these condos offer pricing under $400 per square foot, which is unheard of in the luxury South Florida real estate market. Boca Developers has always delivered a quality product at a great price, but this is ridiculous. Condo units at Hamptons South and Peninsula start at 3,000 square feet and units at Peninsula Phase II start at just over 2,000 square feet. All of these condos offer private elevators that open directly into your unit, beautiful spas along with every other amenity you would come to expect from the luxury Aventura Condos. Please contact us today to find out more information about these projects!

-Priced under $400 per square foot
-Least expensive in Aventura
-Largest floor plans in Aventura
-Best views in Aventura

Hansen Homes currently has listed for sale one of the best two bedroom condos you will find in Aventura. Unit 2214 at Turnberry on the Green is available for $579,000. This is a 2 bedroom 2 bathroom condo with 1,245 square feet under air and 1,395 square feet including the terrace. The 14 line in the best line in the entire building and this Aventura condo unit offers views of the Turnberry Golf Course, ocean and intracoastal waterway. Turnberry on the Green is located across the street from the Aventura Mall making it a very convenient place to live. For more information regarding unit 2214 at Turnberry on the Green, please contact Paul Hansen 786-586-4778.

Pet-owning sellers may turn off potential buyers if they don not keep Fido or Fifi out-of-sight during showings. Most of us love pets, but it is a distraction when a potential buyer is looking at your home. Here is a list of advice for sellers when showing a house that has a pet:

1. Remove photos of pets from the walls, shelves, or refrigerators.

2. Clean food and water bowls regularly, and hide them when not in use.

3. Stash away pet toys, crates, carriers, and leashes.

4. Vacuum carpets, upholstery, and wood floors.

5. Keep litter boxes clean and out of sight, and remove signs of doggy potty pads.

6. Open windows to let in fresh air.

7. Neutralize odors with fresh-smelling candles and air sanitizers.

8. Hire professionals to remove unsightly pet stains.

9. Board or crate animals during open houses.

10. Repair visible signs of pet damage, such as scratched walls or floors.

It is not too late, reduce your 2006 and/or 2007 tax bill. Here is a bakers dozen year end tax saving strategies you should consider. These are some great tips recommended by HansenHomesAventura.com

1. Consider refinancing your mortgage this year. Loan fees (i.e. points) are supposed to be deducted over the projected life of mortgage, but when the loan is paid off early in order to refinance, any remaining points not yet deducted can be deducted in that year. Mortgage refinancing can be a smart move for those of us with higher mortgage interest rates and or who want to replace an adjustable mortgage with a fixed rate product while rates are still low. In addition, if your home has appreciated since its purchase and you are currently paying for private mortgage insurance, you may no longer be required to carry it if your refinanced loan amount is less than 80% of the home’s current appraised value. Also, if you have had your current loan for some time, a larger portion of your monthly payment applies to the principle, so you have less interest to deduct than you had when you first got the mortgage. If you are among the fortunate who could use additional tax deductions, refinancing your home will mean you will have a bigger interest deduction every month, even if your payments stay about the same.

2. Make your January mortgage payment in December. You will be able to deduct the interest on that payment in 2006. Keep in mind that you’ll have less mortgage interest to deduct in 2007, however. This can also work for your 2007 property tax payments, if they are not paid by your mortgage lender and your local real estate tax authority allows early payment.

3. Take deductions for any casualty or theft losses that were not covered by insurance or paid by others.

4. Take deductions for moving expenses that aren't reimbursed if you or your spouse changed jobs and moved to another home in 2006. To qualify the new place of business must be at least 50 miles from your old place of business. The commuting distance from your old home to your old job must be added to that amount.

5. Consider starting a full or part time home-based business in 2006. Working at home sure beats commuting, and technology tools such as the Internet are making the physical location of the business less relevant (millions of homeowners are now earning a full or part time income as eBay merchants for example). Portions of the home used in business may be depreciated and portions of the cost of maintenance may be deducted. Additionally, section 179 of the Internal Revenue Code allows home based and other small businesses to expense capital equipment costs in their year of purchase (up to $108,000 in 2006). If, for example, you will need to make capital investments in computers, software, a vehicle, etc. to get your business off the ground, you will be able to write off the entire amount that year even if you finance the purchases. Keep in mind however that other IRS regulations require that your new business show an annual profit with sufficient frequency, or else you may lose the tax deduction retroactively.

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Chase, a leading residential housing lender, and Turnberry Ltd., one of the countrys foremost developers of luxury condominium and condominium-hotel developments, have formed a strategic partnership making Chase the preferred mortgage lender for all of Turnberrys U.S.-based properties.

We are very pleased to formalize and expand our relationship with an industry leader like Turnberry, said Desmond Smith, Chase Business Development executive. Our focused, in-depth knowledge of the high-end condominium and condominium-hotel markets has allowed us to create a number of innovative mortgage programs that deliver the superior financing options and priority services Turnberrys sophisticated buyers desire.

Chase currently is working closely with Turnberry and its clients to provide mortgage support at The Residences at MGM Grand and Turnberry Towers in Las Vegas, Turnberry Village in Aventura, Fla., and Turnberry Ocean Colony in Sunny Isles Beach, Fla. Throughout 2007, Chase also will support Turnberry projects under construction, including Turnberry Tower in Arlington, Va., and Fontainebleau III Ocean Club in Miami Beach, Fla.

We are excited about this new alliance with Chase as it will allow us to continue enhancing our signature buying experience and providing our future residents with the ultimate in personalized service and attention to detail, said Bruce Weiner, Turnberrys president and chief operating officer.

Chases product portfolio, which will be available to Turnberry homebuyers, has helped Chase more than double its builder volume since the beginning of 2005. The Chase Premier Builder Program for Condominium Developers, for example, is one of the most comprehensive multi-family lending platforms in the industry, offering a variety of innovative mortgage products to consumers and reducing paperwork for developers. RISMEDIA, November 28, 2006

Turnberry continues to raise the bar on luxury living. For more information on any of the Turnberry projects, please contact Paul Hansen today. 786-586-4778

If you are looking for a great deal on Aventura real estate, the please call us today! We are finding more and more deals for our buyers than ever before. Due to our years of experience working in the Aventura real estate market, we are able to find distressed Aventura condos where the sellers just want to get out of the deal at what they paid for it. This means you may be able to pick up properties at pricing from three years ago. The Hansen Homes team is the best performing real estate sales team in Aventura, and we have been providing a great service for our clients of the last eight years. If you would like to find out more about the recent opportunities to purchase an Aventura condo at a great price, please contact us today!

The North Mid rise of Turnberry Village has started closings and now has some interesting new choices in the resale market. If you are looking to purchase a new condo on the golf course, Turnberry Village is where you want to be. Please give Hansen Homes a call or email us to find out the best deals at Turnberry Village. We will help make your condo buying experience a breeze with our vast knowledge of the Aventura real estate market. Call today for a full list of Turnberry Village resales. Paul Hansen 786-586-4778

The city of Aventura is home to some of the best condos, single family homes and town homes you will find anywhere in South Florida. Aventura real estate has grown by leaps and bounds over the last ten years in large part to its central location to both Miami and Fort Lauderdale. Even though Aventura is a very convenient places to live, that is not the only reason Aventura real estate is so popular with buyers. The city of Aventura is constantly improving the infrastructure of the city by adding new parks and charter school, upgrading streets and landscaping, building a new city hall and police station and strictly enforcing city codes. Theses steps ensure the City of Aventura will remain a beautiful and safe place to live for many years.
The center piece of Aventura is the Fairmont Turnberry Isle Resort & Club which is currently undergoing a one hundred million dollar renovation. The famed 36 hole Turnberry golf course is being completely rebuilt with a fabulous Raymond Floyd design. When the Turnberry project is complete, it will become one of the top resort destinations in Florida. The name Turnberry is synonymous with luxury and service, and this resort is no exception.
Turnberry Village and Turnberry on the Green are two of the newest condos on the golf course and both provide stunning views and the highest levels of amenities you will find in any of the Aventura Condos. The city of Aventura is also home to several other condo projects such as Terzetto, which is a combination of villas, condos and lofts all in one project. One of the largest redevelopment areas of Aventura is 188th where you will find The Atrium, Uptown Marina Lofts, East Side Aventura, 3030 Aventura and Artech. All of the condos offer something unique, and will make 188th street one of the top addresses in Aventura. For more information on Aventura real estate, condos and homes, please feel free to contact Paul Hansen either by email or phone 786-586-4778.

Turnberry Associates has recently bought back the Fairmont Turnberry Isle Resort and Club and has already begun renovations that will bring Turnberry to an entirely new level of prestige. Both the South and North golf courses are slated to have a complete redesign by golf legend Raymond Floyd. The South course of Turnberry should be complete by December of 2006 and the North course by January of 2007. Turnberry already had one of the top golf courses in South Florida, but with the complete redesign, it will rival the top courses in the state. The resort is slated to be shut down July 10, 2006 in order to have all of the renovations complete for the upcoming holiday season. With $100 million being poured into the resort, there is no doubt we will once again see the top level of product that Turnberry delivers. When all of these upgrades are finished, the city of Aventura will be home to one of the top country clubs in all of Florida. Residents of Aventura will reap the rewards of Turnberry Associates work. There is no doubt that these improvements will only help raise the property values of all the residences located in the 3.2 square miles known as Aventura. Turnberry Associates once again shows us why they are the top luxury developer in the country. For more information please feel free to send us and email or give us a call at 786-586-4778.

Terzetto Aventura
Aventura Preconstruction condos, lofts and townhomes

Terzetto Aventura is one of the most unique properties you will ever see with a combination of condos, lofts and townhomes. Terzetto is located in the heart of Aventura and offers views of the bay, intracoastal and city.

Terzetto Condos

The condos at Terzetto Aventura offer one, two and three bedroom units that range in size from 900 to over 1800 square feet. Only top of the line kitchens, bathrooms and fixtures will grace the condos of Terzetto. Amenities at Terzetto Aventura will range from twenty four hour valet and security, heated pool, fitness facility and covered parking just to name a few.

Terzetto Lofts

The lofts of Terzetto Aventura offer two and three bedrooms that range from 1018 to over 1547 square feet in size. The lofts of Terzetto Aventura feature 17 foot ceilings with floor to ceiling windows and spectacular views. Terzetto Lofts are the only true lofts in Aventura and will have all of the same amenities of the condos.

Terzetto Townhomes (Villas)

The townhomes of Terzetto Aventura will have two and three bedroom units with attached two car garages leading directly inside you home. The Terzetto townhomes will range in size from 1587 to 1700 square feet with three levels. For more information on Terzetto Aventura please call Paul Hansen 786-586-4778.

Turnberry on the Green Penthouse # 4
19501 W Country Club Drive
Aventura, Fl. 33180
PH # 4 - $555,000
2 bed 2 baths - 1245 Square Feet
786-586-4778

*****Reduced $35,000 for a quick sale, owner motivated*****

Hansen Homes has just listed the most desirable unit in Turnberry on the Green. Penthouse 4, listed for $589,000, has beautiful African teak wood floors throughout the entire unit, crown moldings, custom cherry wood closets, granite counter tops, stainless steel appliances and Hunter Douglass window treatments. PH 4 is a corner unit with a large wrap around balcony that offers South East and South West views of the famed Turnberry Golf Course, Ocean, Intracoastal and Bay. Penthouse # 4 at Turnberry on the Green is a must see and is the best value in the building. Of all the units in Turnberry on the Green, this one has the most extensive list of upgrades. PH 4 is a split 2 bedroom floor plan with 1245 square feet of air conditioned living area with a large wrap around terrace. Turnberry on the Green is conveniently located on West Country Club Drive and is within walking distance of the shopping and dining of Aventura Mall. Turnberry on the Green offers the highest level of amenities with a two level fitness facility, 24 hour security, 24 hour valet and heated pool. For more information or to schedule a showing, please call Paul Hansen 786-586-4778.

The North Mid-rise of Turnberry Village has been sold out for over a year and is set to start closing in April of 2006. We have several units in the North Mid-rise available for resale today at incredible prices. If you are looking for new construction on the famed Turnberry Isle Resort Golf Course, this is it! If you have any interest in the Turnberry Village North Mid-rise, please act fast before these units close and prices go up.

We have exclusive listings for two and three bedrooms starting at $675,000. Tower suite and penthouse units available upon request. Views for these Turnberry Village resales range from beautiful golf course views to marina views. These units range in size from 1300-1700 square feet.

Turnberry Village offers many different floor plans and amenities, such as clubhouse, state of the art work out facility, 24 hour security and valet, beautiful fifth floor pool with view to the prestigious Turnberry Isle Golf Course. This is your last chance to buy any new construction on the Turnberry Golf Course and East Country Club Drive. Residents of Turnberry Village will enjoy the convenience of the three mile jogging/walking/bike path just outside their front door.

For more information on these resales at Turnberry Village call Carole Hansen from www.HansenHomesAventura.com an exclusive agent of Turnberry International Realty at 786-586-4780.