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Welcome to the Pamela R. Ford Realty, LLC Resource Page. We are happy you decided to visit and become more informed about your real estate choices and decisions. We have all kinds of general information for real estate buyers and sellers. As always, we are here to help you, if you have any questions, please feel free to contact us.

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For Buyers:

Congratulations on your decision to buy real estate. For most people, it is the biggest financial decision they will ever make. There are many factors that come into play when purchasing a new home or vacant property and it can be an emotional roller coaster. It’s important to have an agent who represents YOU the buyer, in this process. As your agent, we look out for your interests. We will guide you through the entire process from finding your perfect home or property, to getting the proper financing, to negotiating for the best prices and terms, to moving and settling in. We can help you avoid costly mistakes, keep you informed of everything that takes place and answer all your questions about the local area market, schools and communities, the area economy and more. Let us help you find your dream home and protect your best interests too. Please feel free to call us, email us or stop by with any questions you may have anytime.

For more in depth information on the buying side of real estate click on the links of your preference below:

100 Q & A’s about buying a new home:

Home buyers Checklist: (great printable guideline when looking for homes)

Step By Step guide for buying real estate:

For Sellers:

Selling your home is an involved and a lot of times, stressful process. But it does not have to be that way. When you enlist the services of a REALTOR®, you’ve just taking the first step in ensuring your home investment will pay off. As your agent, we will give you personal & quality service at all times. We will provide you with a comparative market analysis for your home & market area to establish a competitive list price. For maximum exposure we will effectively market & advertise your home via MLS services, internet sites, for sale signs, direct mail-outs and by newspapers & real estate magazines both locally and nationally. Present your home to as many qualified buyers as necessary until your home is SOLD. We will negotiate for the best selling price so you receive the greatest net proceeds available. Guide and educate you through the “Contract to Closing” stage. Offer assistance in finding you a home and area information for where you are going. Answer all of your questions, and try to solve any problems effectively and efficiently. Please feel free to email us, call us or stop by with any questions you have anytime.

We have compiled some information on the selling side of the transaction for your benefit. Please click on the links below for enlightening information about selling your home.


Step by Step Guide for selling real estate:

Selling tips for home sellers:

What’s your home worth?

About Financing:

Okay it’s time to talk MONEY. One of the major decisions that you will have to make is “how” to finance your new home or land purchase. For first time home buyers there are several programs that lenders have including some government assistance programs that may be available, if you qualify, depending on your situation.

For the seasoned homebuyers or investors, we don’t have to tell you of the importance of selecting an efficient mortgage lender to make the process go as smoothly as possible. We here at Ford Realty can help educate and guide you in the right direction. Give us a call, email us or stop by, we would be happy to discuss pros and cons of the many mortgage options available.

Click on the links below to help you find out about the mortgage process, its terms and definitions, current rates, mortgage calculators and how to pre-qualify or find out about your credit ratings.


What is a mortgage?

Q & A’s about financing & mortgages:

Mortgage Calculators:

Check your credit reports free:

Check daily rates, pre-qualify and find lenders:


Moving & Relocating Information:

Relocating your family to or from another town or state is a major event in your life. It implies excitement, uncertainty and stress all at the same time. Our objective at Ford Realty is to help facilitate a smooth transition for you and your family.

As real estate professionals, we believe it is not only our duty, but a privilege to introduce people to the North Central Florida area and help them make the most of living here. We also know that finding your new home is just one of the tasks that you’re faced with when you're relocating. Our goal is to coordinate everything efficiently, while you're wrapping up the final details of packing up and moving out of your current home.

If you are moving to our beautiful area, we can provide you with needed information about our local neighborhoods, area schools, employment opportunities, healthcare and community news and resources. If you are moving from our area, we can help you find a reliable real estate company to make your move as successful and stress free as possible. Just drop us an email, give us a call or stop by, we will be more than happy to help you anyway possible.

Here are a few links to help you find information about moving & relocating:

Demographic per state & county:

Neighborhood info:

Moving information & tips:

Find moving quotes & companies:

LINKS
Useful Information & Resource Links:


State of Florida Guides:

State of Florida.com - State of Florida Information Portal
My Florida
Florida Department of Law Enforcement

US Government Guides:

The U.S. Government's Official Web Portal
Citizenship and Immigration Services
Census Bureau

Local Area Links
City of Trenton, Florida
Hart Springs Park
Suwannee River Water Management
Pure Water Wilderness
Florida State Parks
Fanning Springs State Park
Visit Florida
Bell Community Profile
Ginnie Springs Outdoors
Gilchrist County Clerk of Court
Gilchrist County Commissioners
Gilchrist County Chamber of Commerce
Gilchrist County Sheriff's Office
Gilchrist County Property Appraiser's Office
Gilchrist County Tax Collector's Office
Gilchrist County Schools
North Florida Regional Medical Center
Shands Hospital at the University of Florida
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