Our inventory homes still remain the best value, but inventory and selection have definitely decreased over the past several months. If you can’t find what you are looking for in our inventory let us build you a new home. The good news is the price of our new construction has gotten much lower over the past several months. In addition Charlotte County rolled back impact fees to 1998 levels, a positive step in lowering the cost of newly constructed housing. This roll back puts impact fees at a flat $2,510 for a single family home and helps any new buyer save thousands on the cost of a new home. Lee County is now discussing the possibility of rolling back or reducing impact fees and DeSoto and Hendry Counties have already done so. We can only hope that the City of North Port and Sarasota County will take notice and examine the possibility of reducing their fees as well. We have adjusted our selling prices to reflect the reduction by Charlotte County. In addition we have actively worked with all of our suppliers and sub contractors for new competitive pricing helping to further reduce the cost of a new DMI home. You can now purchase a Sebring on your improved lot in Charlotte County for as low as $135,200 and a Boca Grande for as low as $178,900. VISIT OUR WEBSITE AT www.dmihomes.com for a look at all of our models and floor plans.

Not only has the price of new housing gone down so has the price of lots. There are thousands of lots available for sale in Port Charlotte, North Port, Englewood, Lehigh Acres and Cape Coral. All have seen dramatic decreases in price. At this writing there were over 7700 lots listed on the Charlotte MLS. A recent study of lot prices in North Port shows the average price around $15,000 that is down from $50,000 to $60,000 back in 2005 and 2006. In Lehigh Acres lots are going for about the same average price. If you do your homework you may even find them cheaper. If you need help with your search let us know, we have access to all the MLS information and work with several great professionals that specialize in lots. DMI also keeps an inventory of lots available for customers that are building with us. We currently have lots available in Port Charlotte, Rotonda, Deep Creek, and Lehigh Acres. Build a new home and get a great price on one of our lots!

ARE YOU A VET? Don’t forget you have a great benefit. Take advantage of it to help you purchase a new home while the prices are right. VA financing offers very competitive rates and ZERO down. You can also build your closing costs into the mortgage. You can actually walk away from the closing table with a new home and very little out of pocket investment. FHA FINANCING is still a great deal as well. Competitive rates, 3% down payment. Don’t have the 3% down payment? Gifts from relatives are allowed for down payment and closing costs. ZERO DOWN 100% FINANCING funds are available for qualified buyers. This is a 30 year fixed rate, the interest rate running about 6.125% at the time of this writing. This program can be used to purchase an inventory home or construct a new home. No mortgage insurance, perfect for first time homebuyers! DMI works with several gifted mortgage professionals in the area that can offer you the assistance and information you need to get your financing in order.

Have you been thinking about buying a larger home, moving to a nicer neighborhood, locating on the water, upgrading your lifestyle? Now Florida homesteaders can afford to move again. With the passage of Amendment 1 in the January election, not only did Florida homesteaders receive an increase in their homestead exemption, from $25,000 to $50,000 the amendment also provided PORTABILITY OF SAVE OUR HOMES! Save Our Homes limits assessment increases on your homestead to 3% per year. With the dramatic increase in real estate values and assessments over the last few years it became very expensive to move. Moving to a new home meant a higher price, higher assessment and no Save Our Homes Exemption resulting in dramatically higher real estate taxes on the new home. Now with portability homesteaders can take some or all of the Save Our Homes benefit from their old home with them when they move to a new larger home. This coupled with lower prices, lower assessments, and the additional $25,000 exemption, real estate taxes on your new home should be affordable and you will not be punished for moving.

If one of our standard models does not meet your needs and you are in the market for a custom home we can help. If you want to update or add on to your existing home, redo your kitchen or bathrooms, or just looking to repaint we can help you make it a reality.

Our sister company, The Triad Group, Inc. is a general contractor specializing in custom home building and design, remodeling, and additions. Triad is a very unique company. Over the past 25 years we have built a talented team of craftsmen. Our master carpenters can do anything from framing a home to installing the finest wood trim and crown molding, or building a solid wood custom staircase. Our painters are highly trained technicians with a full knowledge of the finest paint systems and the experience necessary to apply a furniture finish to custom woodwork, or apply a paint system to the exterior of your home that will last for years. We also have a custom cabinet division that can help you design your kitchen and bath spaces with the finest of wood, thermo plastic, or mica cabinetry and then custom make it in our own shop to your specifications to fit your space exactly. We also provide the finest selection of granite, quartz, solid surface, cultured marble, and mica countertops.

Whether you are looking for a new custom home or want to remodel your existing home from design and drafting through completion we can help, give us a call. You can feel confident you will get the best price and quality. The Triad Group, Inc. is located at 17568 Rockefeller Circle, Ft. Myers, 239-267-1212, email triadgroup@embarqmail.com or marla@dmihomes.com.

WHO KNOWS YOUR HOME AS WELL OR BETTER THAN YOU? WE DO!

HOME CARE--We are now offering a variety of services to DMI homeowners. If you need assistance with home maintenance items not covered under warranty, or your warranty has expired and you need assistance with maintenance and repairs you can call us. We can assist you with every kind of maintenance or repair you may need. From cleaning dryer vents, caulking showers, adjusting and repairing doors and windows or repairing walls and trim to putting you in touch with a reputable licensed & insured electrician, plumber, A/C contractor or appliance repairman. We offer reasonable rates, we know your home, and we are at your service by appointment Monday through Friday.

HOME WATCH--ARE YOU AN OUT OF TOWN HOMEOWNER? DO YOU WORRY ABOUT YOUR PROPERTY HERE IN FLORIDA? We can help you keep an eye on things and assist you with various services including checking your property on a weekly, bi-weekly, or monthly schedule. We check A/C and humidity, appliances and fixtures, pest infestation, alarm systems and timers, sewer and drains, door & window security, landscaping and exterior, roof and rain gutters, screens, lanai enclosures, monitor service providers, and anything else you may be concerned about or want monitored. We can also provide services such as necessary repairs & maintenance, storm preparation (including installing storm panels), arrival preparation, collect mail, provide access to your home for vendors, etc.

For more information and pricing Call 239-267-2161 and ask for Marla or Kristy or you can email us at marla@dmihomes.com or kristy@dmihomes.com.

Buy at today’s low prices and lock them in. Purchase in 1, 2, or 3 years. Low down payment, low monthly lease payment, with part of your monthly lease payment applying to the down payment on the house at closing. Great for people with foreclosure, bankruptcy, or other credit issues to repair. Contact marla@dmihomes.com or call 239-267- 2161 for more information.