Archives of real estate blog entries on 02/01/2008:


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1st Down, 11 Months to Go: January Success Stories -- An Active Rain Super Bowl Block Party - 11:36 PM
Well, the first month of 2008 is over and what do you have to show for it?  Apparently quite a lot.
The Active Rain Block Party group is filling up with success stories.  So, on the eve of Super Bowl weekend, while you're out stocking up on six-packs, Doritos, and seven layer … (77 comments)

Do you take the Deal when it's not Ideal? - 07:07 PM
I got a call from an old friend of mine shortly after the New Year.  He wanted to consolidate his 1st & 2nd Mortgages into one loan at a reduced term, a financially savvy decision for sure.  So, onward we went with the process.
Now, this young gent lives in a rather … (71 comments)

Do We Bail Out Subprime Victims? - 01:05 PM
To bail out home owners or not to bail out...that is the question.
You get several different answers to that question depending on who you listen to.
The FBI said it is investigating 14 corporations over possible accounting fraud and insider trading violations in a crackdown on subprime lending.
John McCain says "greedy people"on … (49 comments)

Mortgages & Real Estate -- Consumers need to be aware of these Red Flags !!!!! - 10:34 AM

How many of you at one time or another bought a house or refinanced your mortgage and ran into one problem or another. May it have been the realtor who was not able to give you the correct answer or the loan officer who strung you along and then changed … (46 comments)

"Rain-vitations!" - Your Ticket to a Higher Point Score - 03:35 AM
It's no secret.... The genius of this platform? ....It's in the points!
Seriously,... forget about all the great information, the social networking, and all the potential business it generates. We Want Points! 
Just put a bunch of "Type A" personalities in the same virtual room, tell them they're competing for status & position by … (155 comments)



Blog posts:
Lead By Example or Lead By Fear - In Real Estate You Are Going to Have to Choose Sometime - 11:59 PM
There are many ways to lead people, the best way predicts Machiavelli in The Prince, is to lead by example, and be loved and respected. Of course, too Machiavelli is quick to note that if that does not work the second best way is to lead by fear; feared and respected. … (7 comments)

Prices Will Go Up - The Question Is When? - 11:57 PM
Buyer's listen up - have you noticed all the negative print and media ads about how tough the real estate market is?  Don't you find it unusual that when the prices of Central Oregon Homes were skyrocketing, homes for sale were getting multiple offers and so on everyone thought real estate … (2 comments)

Lower Your Bloomington Property Taxes Now! Free and Legal - 11:57 PM
(There are two ways to lower your property taxes in Bloomington which are legal and FREE.
1) If you qualify, appeal your property tax assessment
2) Claimed your Homeowner's Tax Exemption
APPEAL YOUR TAX ASSESSMENT
Home values in Bloomington have decreased over the last year, you may be able to lower your property taxes? This will … (0 comments)

Grandma Mann's Easy Roll Recipe - 11:56 PM
My husband loves rolls and they really are easy. They just take a bit of time to wait for the rising. Believe me you will be emailing me to thank me because these rolls will be all the rage at any gathering.
Grandma Mann's Easy Roll Recipe1/4 Cup Warm Water1 tsp. Sugar1 … (0 comments)

2008 Refinance Boom May Be Looming - 11:56 PM
 
With the slowing economy, talks of recession, the tick up in unemployment, and the volatile stock market, the 30 year fixed rate mortgage has slowly continued to drop.  A couple of weeks ago, the Feds finally took steps to combat the signs of recession by cutting the Fed rate by a … (9 comments)

Insights from Trulia Trends - 11:55 PM
If you're looking for information about both national and local real estate activity, Trulia is a great resource. There are two separate areas on the Trulia home page for trend data -- (1) Trulia Trends and (2) Heat Maps.
Trulia Trends compiles ten-city lists in these categories:
Most Popular (based on property views)Price Movers … (8 comments)

Hollywood Beach Luxury Condos for Rent - 11:54 PM
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A Great Non-Real Estate Book for Women Serious About the Real Estate Profession - 11:47 PM
It is not often that I recommend a chick flick to my friends and it is not often that I read a biography about a super star and famous woman. But there is an exception to every rule, and I am here today to share with you just one of those … (10 comments)

A New GREEN? - 11:43 PM
While it’s becoming more a mainstay than a buzz word, green design is not yet a well-oiled (or should I say ethanol fueled?) machine.  When I worked full-time in the architectural arena, green design had already become an expected component versus lofty goal.  New buildings can achieve LEED accreditation (see link … (2 comments)

Free Class "how to survive and thrive in 2008 by Exits Tami Bonnell 110 people turn up - 11:43 PM
survive and thrive in 2008 by Tami Bonnell was a hit she gave a up lifting talk to 110 agents from various companies , Tami on her own time and dime came down to talk to agents all people who turned up were winners ,her main focus was a business plan … (0 comments)

As a consumer .... why do you call who you call ??? - 11:42 PM

How many of you just pick who you want to do business with blindly? Do you do research? Were you referred to them? Do you go with the person that promises you the best rate or no costs? Someone that promises you the best price for your house? Or do you … (14 comments)

Waco & Hewitt Real Estate - 11:42 PM
Hello! I just wanted to let ones know that I can help anyone looking to own or sell a home in the Waco, Texas area. Hewitt, Texas is nearby and has been rated the 2nd best place to live in the great state of Texas and 44th in the country! I … (8 comments)

Name our Newsletter Contest for CCRIM Members - 11:41 PM
The first edition of of the CCRIM news letter is titled CCRIM News.  Help us come up with a better title.  Your prize is the bragging rights that you named the newsletter. (Some additional perks may be announced later).
Let's start with who we are. The Contra Costa Realtors in Motion (CCRIM) is a … (3 comments)

Presidential Candidates on the Enviornment - 11:40 PM
The presidential candidates-most of them, anyway-are actually talking about the environment this time around. Chalk it up to rising gas prices, a growing interest in energy independence, and, yes, ubiquitous Nobel Prize winner Al Gore. Credit California governor Arnold Schwarzenegger and Montana governor Brian Schweitzer, too, for proving that progressive environmental … (0 comments)

REAL ESTATE MARKET REPORT - SIOUX FALLS, SD - JANUARY 2008 - 11:38 PM
As many parts of the nation continue to see a downturn in home values, high foreclosure rates, and poor economic trends, Sioux Falls and the surrounding area appear to be the the exception to the rule.  In 2007 the median home values increased 4.9% according to the REALTOR'S Association of the … (0 comments)

Best Price for 3 Bedroom Oceanfront Ocean direct. What can be better???????????? - 11:38 PM
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What Can a Real Estate Company Learn About Marketing from Big Blue (IBM)? - 11:35 PM
A small local real estate office must be good at marketing to succeed in their local market, especially if they have visions of expanding outward into the regional area. As easy as that may sound from an MBA Text Book scenario, those who have done it, look back and can tell … (1 comments)

Preservation & Conservation: Military Land Use on Oahu Hawaii's West Coast (Waianae) - 11:33 PM

Military Relocating to Hawaii rotate in and out of Oahu year round and they surely play a big part in many of our communities. The military & veterans make up about 10% of our population in Hawaii (add in: with 3.5% active duty) and following is some interesting info on military land use on the Waianae … (37 comments)

Chestermere Real Estate Market Needs Buyers! - 11:32 PM
Where are the buyers?  Chestermere Is Their Market!
With prices very competitive what this market needs is more buyers!  Seller's who priced their homes competitively sold.  In January 15 homes sold in Chestermere.  Inventory levels started off at a reasonable pace with about 80 listings in the first week of the month.  … (0 comments)

Home Maintenance & Hurry-up Living - 11:30 PM
The folloiwing article ran in January 2008 in Scripps Treasure Coast Newspapers:
Home Maintenance & Hurry-up Living
Growing up, our house was like a mall food court with non-stop eating, kids yelling, strangers popping in, and people sleeping in chairs.  My folks worked hard and gave up all their time for concerts, plays, … (0 comments)

More Victims of Foreclosure - Man's Best Friend - 11:30 PM
Innocent animals who look to their owner's for care are being left behind to fend for themselves in abandoned homes.  Some left out in the cold, tied or staked out, not given the chance to forge for themselves. Yes these are the most recent victims of foreclosures.                                       
Gladwin has not seen … (2 comments)

Best Deal at Ocean view for 2/2 - 11:28 PM
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Young skier critically injured on Mt. Brighton by the snow grooming machine - 11:27 PM
A 12 year old Canadian school student injured Wednesday at Mt. Brighton by a snow grooming machine. Austin Miles continues to make progress as he recovers at the University of Michigan Medical Center in Ann Arbor.  Livingston County Sheriff Bob Bezotte said initial investigations showed 12 year old Austin Miles was … (3 comments)

LOOKING 4 That SECRET GREAT Deal in Palm Beach Gardens close to BallenIsles Golf Course? Only a Local Would Know! Read on,, - 11:27 PM
 OPEN HOUSE! Saturday, February 2, 2008! 1-3:00 PM! (Super Bowl is on Sunday... No Excuses!) Like to Golf? Like to Swim? Like the Sun? Like to be in Down Town Palm Beach Gardens? Walking distance to and from Great Dining and no MEMBERSHIP EQUITY! This is THE PENNY LANE of Palm … (0 comments)

Horse Riding in North Port Estates - 11:26 PM
cant wait to go horse riding with my friend Chuck who has a horse ranch on 10 acres in the estates, there is a park you can ride around with streams and the country life last week i saw a herd of deer about 20 strong they looked like young does … (0 comments)

How to Invite a Home Stager to Active Rain, Even when they are a Total Stranger! - 11:19 PM
If you meet an interior designer and find out they do a little Home Staging too, I have a good idea on what you should do. You see, it is important for all home stagers to be on board here at ActiveRain. Today, there are a huge number of home stagers … (8 comments)

Port Charlotte MLS Board of Realtors Mid Florida connection - 11:17 PM
what can you say about a a mls board where you can list and look up property in orlando to tampa and all points in between , the options they will gives us a edge in this fast paced world of scared to pull the trigger buyers, the new things they … (1 comments)

Best Prices 5 condos at Porto Bellagio Sunny Isles Beach - 11:15 PM
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Attics - Important but Hazardous - 11:14 PM
 
  This article ran in January 2008 Scripps Treasure Coast Newspapers
Attics - Important but Hazardous
       The attic in my grandmother's turn-of-the-century home was full of wonder for a curious boy.  It had a narrow winding staircase, creaking steps, flickering lights, and an enormous antique pool table.   These days however, due to … (0 comments)

Awesome Open Houses! - 11:12 PM
Every so often, Adams Cameron & Co., REALTORS® has an "Open House Extravaganza!" Last weekend was one of those times. Now as you know, for this year, I've made the decision and coined the phrase "Real Estate is Great in 2008"!
Right after Christmas my business started picking up, and it … (13 comments)

Charlotte, NC Relocation Information: Economic Report - 11:11 PM

As I was showing a property today near the Uptown area in Dilworth, I noticed that the skyline included another new crane, which led me to follow the maze of new construction into the area to see which project was moving forward.  Almost 2.7 million commercial square feet, currently being … (6 comments)

Columbus Ga, Georgia - Fort Benning Real Estate, Home for Sale 1085 Leaf Brook Dr - 11:11 PM

Realtor, Columbus Ga  -  Realtor, Ft. Benning Area  - Columbus Ga Homes and Real Estate 
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Treating your clients like you would want to be - 11:10 PM
I recently showed homes to a single, retired woman. When I went to go pick her up, I opened the car door for her. Each time we got in and out of the car, I did the same and made my best effort to make her feel extra special. I am not trying … (3 comments)

Community FAQs - 11:09 PM
Need to know where to register to vote? When trash pickup is scheduled? Where do you find the hours of the local city offices?
Check out these websites for answers to many frequently asked questions about our local communities:City of NorthvilleNorthville TownshipNoviCity of Plymouth           Plymouth TownshipFarmington Hills           City of FarmingtonCanton                        Livonia
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Deal Makers - CCRIM 2008 February - 11:08 PM
Welcome to the Deal Makers kudos site.  This site is dedicated to acknowledging business transactions that have been completed with other members of Contra Costa Realtors in Motion (CCRIM) in the month of February 2008.  By networking we can show the value of our relationships.
To be eligible for your post to … (12 comments)

What Did Ziggy Say About Selling Real Estate in 1982? - 11:07 PM
Some folks have been complaining that the real estate market is a little tough right now and depending on where they are selling real estate, well, I'd say they were pretty much on target there. But, I say to them, stop complaining and go sell something. Complaining ought to get you … (2 comments)

1217 Argyle Ave., Baltimore, MD 21217 - 11:05 PM
Located in historic Upton this 4000 square foot home is filled with charm and huge space.  This home was completely gutted and rebuilt inside and contains all the features you would expect in the most luxurious homes.  And, today the price was reduced to just $299,000.
Enter through the wide solid wood … (3 comments)

La Perla Condo • OceanViews • 2 Bedroom 2 Bath Rental • Sunny Isles Beach - 11:05 PM
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16699 Collins Avenue • sunny isles beach
$3,300 per month
PANORAMIC WATER VIEWS, BRAND NEW STAINLESS STEEL APPLIANCES, MARBLE FLOORS, READY TO MOVE IN. ASSOCIATION REQUIRES ONE MONTH'S RENT SECURITY DEPOSIT. … (1 comments)

Doom & Gloom or the Best Time to Invest in Real Estate - 11:03 PM
 
 NOW is the Best Time to be Buying Your Second Home, 1st Home and to Move Up in Price.
 Great Interest Rates, Lots of Inventory, Fantastic Buying Opportunities.
 Your Opportunity for Great Investment Opportunities is NOW!
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Mountlake Terrace WA Condo or Townhouse Alternative - 11:03 PM
Thinking of buying a townhouse or condo in Mountlake Terrace, WA because you don't think you can afford a house? You might be surprised to know that for the same price or less in some cases you can own a home in Mountlake Terrace! 
Check out this Adorable Mountlake Terrace Home … (1 comments)

Add Language Translation to website and blogs for FREE! - 11:02 PM
This Weeks Freebies are Website or Blog Translation tools. 

With people from all over the world visiting your site and blog doesn’t it make sense for them to be able to translate your site into their native language easily?
With any of the tools mentioned below, your site or blog … (9 comments)

Please take a quick look - 11:00 PM
Take a look at this great website that will benefit keeping confidential files secure and more. Egnyte.com Egnyte is a file management system that will work for both personal and business purposes. Simply installing Egnyte allows you to activate a folder, and its contents will be uploaded and tracked on a … (2 comments)

New $20 Billion subprime bailout on the table - 10:59 PM
I was reading on CNN that Senator Chris Dodd, the committee chair, is working to create a Home Ownership Preservation Corporation, which would purchase mortgage securities that are backed by at-risk, subprime loans from lenders and investors.
This corporation would give these lenders and investors a better price for the securities than they would … (2 comments)

AT LAST PRINT MEDIA ARE SAYING SOME POSITIVE REAL ESTATE REPORTS - 10:58 PM
Do you see a up swing in agents calling your office,to see your listings getting more showings ,  as i have said before (i hope you got a good list of your own listings) we in the office have a major up swing in out of office agents calling to see … (0 comments)

No restriction for Dogs • Any size! Any color ! • Porto Bellagio Rentals - 10:54 PM
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The Real Estate Industry is Full of Get Rich Quick Schemers Promising You Can Make Millions, but.. .. - 10:52 PM
Have you ever turned on the TV only to see an Infomercial on how you can make millions in the real estate industry, inviting you to buy DVDs, Tapes, or go to an action packed seminar in some far off exotic land? It seems some of these folks are teaching people … (1 comments)

Shh, don't tell anyone...my husband liked a chick flick! (Movie Review) - 10:52 PM

My husband and I went to see 27 Dresses and it was wonderful!  I loved the sarcasm, cynicism, and creativity so unexpected in a "girl movie".  I was surprised by the character development as well.  I suppose I always go to a "chick flick" expecting something predictable, gooey and tolerably trite.  … (18 comments)

A Million Dollars in Springfield VA-Who Could Have Imagined - 10:49 PM
Sometimes it is hard to imagine how far an area has come when you know the long term history.  For some of the original buyers in Springfield, Virginia it may be hard to believe that the new homes being built just off the Fairfax County Parkway are selling for well over … (8 comments)

Countrywide suspends Heloc Draws - 10:49 PM
I just got word from my Countrywide Account Executive that they are mailing out "suspension letters" to some holders of Home Equity Lines.  If you have a client or friend who has a Countrywide line of Credit, you might want to tell them to be aware of this.   It may not be … (43 comments)

Las Vegas MLS Listing - 10:47 PM
As a Las Vegas seller, you do have a choice. Congress Realty has been offering Las Vegas Flat Fee MLS Listings for over 5 years. All property owners should know that they do have a choice. Congress Realty offers clients an array of services to choose from to fit their individual … (8 comments)

Pet Friendly Porto Bellagio Sunny Isles Beach SIB Realty 305.931.6931 - 10:47 PM
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Market has reached the bottom - 10:44 PM
I believe we can safely say we finally reached the bottom.  It is time to buy!  Since the beginning of the month our phone has been super busy and we are writing contracts.  It has been a long road and loads of people have either bought at the top of the … (0 comments)

Buy in the Treasure Valley of Idaho - 10:39 PM
Hi!!! I am Debbie Holmes and I am affiliated with Gold Key Real Estate and House Values and I sell homes in the Treasure Valley!!!! My family moved to Boise in 1991. I know Ada and Canyon counties and can help you buy or sell your homes. I listen to what … (0 comments)

523 HIGHLINE DRIVE, PANAMA CITY, FL 32404 - 10:38 PM
This home has much more living area than you might expect for the just listed price of $185,000. 
  
 The living room has a tongue and grooved hardwood ceiling and opens to the kitchen. There is a recently rennovated laundry room off the kitchen with new plumbing for the Washer/Dryer hookups.  There is also a new … (8 comments)

Fun Facts from Trulia - 10:38 PM
Have you ever wondered which U.S. cities have the least expensive or most expensive homes? How about the largest homes, most bedrooms, or most bathrooms per bedroom?
Trulia has compiled the top 50 for these categories and a few others on their Fun Facts page. Rankings in the list are determined by … (6 comments)

Buy a house in the Atlanta area - John Wieland's LifeTime Warranty offer is good for 2 more days! - 10:37 PM
John Wieland Homes and Neighborhoods are stepping up to the plate in the Atlanta area.From Friday, Jan. 25th through Sunday, Feb. 3rd, they are offering what they are calling a "Sale of a Lifetime"
Every home in every John Wieland Homes Neighborhood will be on sale.  Bonus dollars up to $100,000 will be … (0 comments)

Great Time to Buy Real Estate in Arizona! - 10:37 PM
It's a Great Time To Buy Real Estate here in Arizona!
 1. Huge Inventory.   Our MLS has about 57,000 resale homes on the market. Regardless of the price range, there are plenty of houses. Back when the resale inventory dropped below 5,000 units. Buyers were forced to make compromises and even pay a higher … (1 comments)

The Small Business Administration Has Been Giving Out Helpful Material for Decades - 10:37 PM
Many people are quite unaware of the incredible service that the US Small Business Administration provides small business owners. What is even more fascinating is that they have been giving out information for decades and some people are still unaware. I can remember as a young man, just starting my own … (3 comments)

GIVE ME SUNSHINE (or else)!!! - 10:36 PM

Hello friends,
Is anyone else out there craving the sun!???   I love few things in life more than to tilt my face to the sky with my eyes closed and have that elemental red warmth of the summer sun glow on my skin.  (Why the heck am I in love with Eastern … (11 comments)

There's nothing wrong with the economy as long as people pay $3 for a cup of coffee. - 10:35 PM
There's nothing wrong with the economy as long as people pay $3 for a cup of coffee.
I for one am sick of the doom and gloom of the media.  They keep saying we are in a recession, but very few of the talking heads point out what a recession is: a … (5 comments)

I Am Not A Lead - 10:35 PM
I realize this video is old news, but it is quite funny and deserves a quick post.
The guys from 1000 Watt Consulting obviously aren't rookies here. Just read their bios: http://www.1000wattconsulting.com/about.php
Here is the video and my comments are below it: 
I am not a lead
I think the video just about sums up internet real … (3 comments)

Now that Amendment One Passed - 10:33 PM
Now that Amendment 1 has passed. There will be questions about portability and the additional homestead exemption. I have already sent this to my customers who bought/sold in 2007. I wanted to make sure it got out to the general Seminole Heights community. The portability is retroactive to January 1, 2007.Check … (0 comments)

LENDERS AND REALTORS ARE BEING SUED - 10:32 PM
I am beginning to read more and more articles about homeowners that are facing foreclosure or who have already lost their home, suing their lenders and real estate agents for giving them bad advice and purchasing their homes with ARMs.  During the time that subprime loans were the craze, many agents … (4 comments)

Did you know that you can snowboard and ski in Las Vegas? - 10:32 PM
Yes, believe it or not there is a Ski and Snowboarding Resort right here in Las Vegas just about a 45 minute drive from Famous Las Vegas Strip Area. Most people just can't believe there is snow in Las Vegas; most people think of Las Vegas as a desert and most … (0 comments)

Fun Evening Of Comedy & Song At Wrightboro Methodist Wilmington NC - 10:29 PM
What a wonderful opportunity to kick back relax and enjoy some big belly laughs this weekend as Wrightsboro United Methodist Church hosts Christian Comedy Night, a fundraising event this Saturday eveningThe Special Guest is Gale Mayes well known comedienne and singer from Nashville, TN
Gale, one of Nashville’s top background vocalist who … (2 comments)

CCRIM Community Calender February 2008 - 10:28 PM
Welcome to the community calendar for the Contra Costa Realtors in Motion for February 2008.  This calendar post is intended to list upcoming events in Central Contra Costa County pertaining to the Real Estate field. 
February 2008
Feb-5   California Primary Elections - Contact your local county registrar
Feb-20 Battle of the Corridor Planning Meeting- … (0 comments)

Was sent this neat link by a friend thought I'd share it. - 10:26 PM
 
Ever wonder about what is going on in the world? Seems that lately most of our news outlets are stuck on Presidential Race Politics- Here's a neat link I thought I'd share with the gang of Active Rain folks.
http://www.globalincidentmap.com/home.php
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Gourmet Coffee - 10:26 PM
I went to a well known coffee establishment the other day. It occurred to me that I spend a small fortune on coffee. There is nothing wrong with that. I know that 3 dollars for a cup of dark roast could be better spent elsewhere. But it's my only vice. The … (5 comments)

Lake Roberta Receives Much Needed Help - 10:26 PM
Today the Tampa Tribune ran an article by Kathy Steele about the stormwater project for Lake Roberta. The City of Tampa with a the assistance of a grant from the Southwest Florida Water Management District (SWFMD) has begun another step in the long road to restoring Lake Roberta. This little gem … (0 comments)

Some crazy prospecting ideas to try - 10:24 PM
Post From The SalesAttitude.com Blog:  Written by William Woodard · Filed Under Sales Professionals 
Over the last few months my thoughts have been deep into prospecting ideas and way to help my team generate new leads.  I have searched the Internet, purchased books on the subject and have been networking with industry experts … (2 comments)

HOMEWARD BOUND - Make NW Indiana's Town of Wheatfield in Jasper County YOUR Next Home :) - 10:23 PM
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The time you bought your first home - 10:15 PM
How old were you when you bought your first home?
What year did you purchase it in?
And how much of a down payment did you have?

I am gathering info for a piece I would like to write. I am looking forward to the community's response, so everyone … (11 comments)

Real Estate Around the World - 10:13 PM
Did you know that as a member of the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR) you also have access to the benefits of the International Consortium of Real Estate Associations? The ICREA is a collection of real estate organizations from 28 different countries whose goal is to help members conduct international real … (0 comments)

Private Gated Equestrian Estate in Orange Park Acres Orange California 92869 Orange County Real Estate - 10:12 PM
Orange County Real Estate Equestrian Property Gated Estate Orange Park Acres horse property
Ultra-Luxurious Equestrian Estate!  This estate is situated on a 44,000 square foot, flat lot.  Built in 2003, the 7,400 square foot home boasts 6 bedrooms, 7.5 baths with formal dining, a spacious kitchen, professional appliances, media room, in-law quarters, … (0 comments)

Listing Info To Cell Phone - 10:09 PM
CLICK HERE TO FIND OUT HOW YOU CAN START USING THIS FEATURE
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Resurrecting a "goner" - 10:06 PM
As I feverishly worked on the 3 inch stack of paper that had accumulated on my desk the past few weeks wondering if I would EVER make it to the bottom - Seemed like every time I peeled off a layer another shower of paper would replace it . . . … (1 comments)

IPOD & PODCASTS - 10:06 PM
I have a new IPOD touch that I would love to view a PODCAST that I created to educate others about Real Estate Investing.  Calling all of you techies to help me.  What type of media is needed to produce a podcast?  Will a camera that has movie mode work? 
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$44.6 Billion To Acquire Yahoo - 10:04 PM
This is big news and if it happens may shift the search engine giant Google. Microsoft has made an unsolicited $44.6 billion bid for Yahoo. You can read the full article from TechCrunch at http://www.techcrunch.com/2008/02/01/wow-microsoft-offers-446-billion-to-acquire-yahoo/
How will Google the current search engine giant be affected by this?  Google does have a lot … (4 comments)

First time blogging - 09:55 PM
Wow! This is something new. First time blogging. What do I say? Guess I'll start by introducing myself. My name is Craig Farrar. I am a life long resident of Guilderland NY. My background is extensively sales. I've been in the Real Estate Business going on about 9 months now. I … (8 comments)

What REALLY moves mortgage rates? - 09:53 PM
 
Fixed-rate mortgage rates aren't directly tied to Fed interest rate moves. Instead, they tend to follow in the direction of other long-term government bond yields, such as the 10-year Treasury, which historically moves in accordance with the economic outlook and in advance of Fed actions. The performance of Mortgage Backed Securities, … (2 comments)

FREE Virtual Tours - 09:52 PM
Hey,
I just wanted to invite you to check out a few new virtual tours for my newest listings.
www.500brightonroad.com for 500 Brighton Road.
http://www.obeo.com/438195 for 409 E 6th Avenue.
These are two great properties that I wanted you to be the first to see.
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January 2008 Real Estate Sales Activity for Las Brisas in Ewa Gentry - 09:50 PM
Las Brisas is a development within the planned community of Ewa Gentry in Ewa Beach, Hawaii (makes up part of tax map key 191).
Single Family homes: Sales activity in Las Brisas has continued to be much softer in both sales volume and price than the previous 12 month cycle.  There is … (11 comments)

doom and gloom? - 09:49 PM
     I don't know about you but personally I am tired of the "doom and gloomers" out there. Yes our forclosure rates are higher than we are accustom to and yes some folk have lost their homes. Some because of predatory lending, some because of poor judgement, some because not everyone … (1 comments)

Battle of the Corridor Planning Meeting Feb 20th - 09:49 PM
The 5th annual Battle of the Corridor (BCV) softball game benifiting the CCAR Scholarship Fund is having its first planning meeting on Feb 20th.  The Battle of the Corridor is a softball game between the Contra Costa Realtors in Motion(CCRIM), the North, and the Realtors Marketing Association(RMA), the South.  BCIV raised … (0 comments)

When Should I Buy a House in Las Vegas - 09:47 PM
There are many important issues you should be aware of that affect you as a renter. Why on earth would you continue to lose thousands by throwing it away on rent when with your Las Vegas real estate agent you could take a few minutes to discuss your specific needs so that you … (0 comments)

Jumbo Limits May Rise - 09:46 PM
Looks like Congress will seriously look at raising the Fannie Mae conforming loan limits. Those limits are currently at $417,000 and under for single family homes. The House and Senate are considering raising it to $725,000 for one year. This will be a great opportunity for customers with higher loan balances … (3 comments)

Bucket List! - 09:46 PM
Recently, I went with a friend to see the movie, The Bucket List.  For those of you who haven't seen it yet, the "bucket list" is a list of the most important things you would like to do before you "kick the bucket".  I'm no spring chickens myself, but it became apparent as I looked around … (9 comments)

Jumbo Limit Rising - 09:44 PM
 
Looks like Congress will seriously look at raising the Fannie Mae conforming loan limits. Those limits are currently at $417,000 and under for single family homes. The House and Senate are considering raising it to $725,000 for one year. This will be a great opportunity for customers with higher loan balances … (0 comments)

Unobstructed Bay Views in Harbor View Hills South Corona del Mar California 92625 Orange County Real Estate - 09:43 PM
Orange County Real Estate Harbor View Hills South Corona del Mar California 92625 Ocean View Catalina View
Single Level Home with Panoramic Ocean Views, Catalina Views, Bay Views and City Lights Views!  This spacious home has been remodeled and expanded with gorgeous hardwood floors, extensive use of granite and limestone throughout … (0 comments)

Funny but good question - 09:42 PM
Today I got a call from a broker that saw one of my blogs, after we talked about business she asked me- Why would you tell your competitors your ideas on marketing? I told her that I really don't see it that way. Blogging is used in many different ways, some … (4 comments)

What REALLY moves mortgage rates? - 09:41 PM

Fixed-rate mortgage rates aren't directly tied to Fed interest rate moves. Instead, they tend to follow in the direction of other long-term government bond yields, such as the 10-year Treasury, which historically moves in accordance with the economic outlook and in advance of Fed actions. The performance of Mortgage Backed Securities, … (0 comments)

Foreclosure Deals in Pasco County - Lola's List Bus Stop #5 - 09:37 PM
PUBLIC NOTICE
Hundreds of foreclosure homes are available in Pasco and Pinellas Counties right now, for under $90,000!
This is the fifth in a series, where I will spotlight as I preview homes in specific areas, highlighting those I feel have the greatest value. This is your Foreclosure 101 Spotlight: Pasco County--check back … (1 comments)

Richmond Real Estate - Why Use an e-Pro? - 09:36 PM
Why Use an e-Pro? An e-PRO is a REALTOR who has successfully completed the e-PRO training program for real estate professionals. Endorsed by the National Association of REALTORS (NAR), the e-PRO course teaches professionals the nuts and bolts of working with real estate on-line: Web sites, email, on-line tools, and most … (0 comments)

The Tigard Public Library reaches a Milestone - 09:35 PM
The Tigard Public Library reaches a Milestone
The Tigard Public Library checked out over one million items, for the first time ever,  in 2007. This coveted milestone of the library staff was reached on Dec. 27, 2007. As reported in The Times, 1/31/2008, Tigard joins Beaverton, Cedar Mills and Hillsboro, as libraries … (0 comments)

Van Buren, Arkansas Homes Sales Comparison 2007 vs 2006 - 09:35 PM
Which way is up?  Which way is down?  Well the numbers might surprise you when it comes to the Van Buren Residential Home Sales!
There's been so much Gloom and Doom about real estate markets.  Who's right or Who's wrong?  If you let the mass media tell ya.  We are all Doomed!!  … (1 comments)

Why Use an e-PRO? - 09:34 PM
An e-PRO is a REALTOR® who has successfully completed the e-PRO training program for real estate professionals. Endorsed by the National Association of REALTORS®, the e-PRO course teaches professionals the nuts and bolts of working with real estate on-line: Web sites, e-mail, on-line tools, and most of all, what today's … (0 comments)

Taking BOLD Back to Basic: Calming Down a HOT Color - 09:32 PM
When can you go BOLD with color? 
An all aqua room may be a bit much for your average home buyer.  But as an accent, it's surprisingly relaxing and absolutely refreshing!  How do you take a four walls like this and transform it into a "neutral?"  Simple, get rid of the rest … (6 comments)

Is Active Rain Slowwwwwwwwwwwww or What? - 09:32 PM
Just a short post to find out if I'm the only one having this problem........I can't seem to "get to" the blogs to post a comment, and just moving around has been insanely slow this afternoon and evening. Perhaps someone else has already written a post, but I don't have the … (26 comments)

How Red is your Hood - 09:32 PM
This link is really cool. I have stumbled across this very interesting map( like Google maps ) but it show how either Democratic or Republican your neighborhood is CHECK OUT THIS LINK  I just spend an hour on it and it may even help others decide if they want to live … (0 comments)

January 2008 Real Estate Sales Activity for Montecito/ Tuscany in Ewa Gentry - 09:29 PM
Montecito/ Tuscany an Ewa Gentry planned community in Ewa Beach, Hawaii (makes up part of tax map key 191).
Single Family homes: Sales volume is still too low to draw conclusions.  Most of the homes are less than 2 years old.  The resale prices have gone down making them quite attractive for … (0 comments)

How Blue is your Hood - 09:29 PM

This link is really cool. I have stumbled across this very interesting map( like Google maps ) but it show how either Democratic or Republican your neighborhood is CHECK OUT THIS LINK  I just spend an hour on it and it may even help others decide if they want to live … (4 comments)

Montclair NJ Real Estate Website Launched - 09:29 PM
 
Visit:  http://www.montclairbound.com  first if you are considering a move to Montclair.
39 East Main St.
Little Falls, NJ 07424
973-256-0303 ext 211
(3 comments)

Funny Family Quotes - 09:28 PM
Tom Plant had a "Kids say the darnedest things" moment that he shared in Out Of The Mouths Of Babes - My Brother Has A "Situation"
That inspired me. You see, one of my favorite things to do is to 'collect' the funny things that my kids say. I keep them … (37 comments)

Do you need a Virtual Assistant? - 09:26 PM
I am announcing the opening of Linker Virtual Assistant Services.  It is a division of my current Linker Mobile Notary Business.  I have taken on the additional responsibilities because I can't sit still and I like doing administrative things.  For information and services offered visit my website at: http://virtual-services.linker-mobile-notary.com 
Currently I am … (3 comments)

How we lost our home to a man named Scott Karosa... - 09:25 PM
If you think it couldn't happen to you then you better think again. Everyone has the dream of owning a home and for some this dream comes true. But as everyone knows life has it's ups and downs, job loss, illness, divorce, etc...  These very these can lead to one of … (1 comments)

Z57 Update... - 09:25 PM
I've been watching internet growth in Real Estate for 5 years.  Not only has the percentage of people using the net grown (to 80% in 2007), but the percentage of buyers who find THE home they purchase on the internet has grown to 29%, while introduction to the purchase home from … (23 comments)

Buy Davis Island Homes now, because Real Estate is on Sale! - 09:24 PM
 
For the last several years, it may have been your dream to live on Davis Island, and the good news is RIGHT NOW you can BUY the perfect place called home on Davis Island starting at just $224,000!  This was a BUSY week previewing Properties with clients, but the deals here … (4 comments)

See The Big Picture - 09:23 PM
There are several components to an ad.  If you've hit the nail on the head with one or two, but missed the boat on another, it won't be as effect as it could have been.  Good layout, good copy, great photos and enticing headlines make for a good ad. 
  Layout should … (0 comments)

Back to Nature Plymouth Michigan Ice Show - 09:21 PM
Plymouth Michigan held it's annual ice show this past weekend.
On Monday, my husband and I, thought we would walk around a little bit and enjoy the the 40 degree heat wave.
It's amazing how fast these carvings will melt in our balmy winter days when the sun is shining.
The next day the temp … (8 comments)

Stunning 4 Bed Home in Franklinville NJ With Extra Kitchenette on Lower Level - 09:20 PM
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Happy Friday...Have A Smile On Me and Enjoy the Weekend! This is Funny! - 09:19 PM
So its Friday night and I needed a dose of some good ol' laugh medicine to gear me up for the weekend. So my daughter suggested this one (Thanks Bre!) So here is to everyone who wished they could dance, I'd love just 10% of this guy's dancing ability. Enjoy The … (1 comments)

Hearth Rooms Revisited: Check out these before and after shots - 09:18 PM
Hearth rooms represent a pivotal space in a home.  They are the heart of the home and when well staged can be most effective in creating the WOW! factor that helps a prospective buyer envision themselves living in the home.  The following before and after shots provide examples of the impact … (16 comments)

Trendy, Modern and You? - 09:17 PM
The trouble with looking at beautiful, glossy, design magazines is that it makes a person want new, updated, trendy everything. Isn't that the problem with shopping in general? It's not until you get out there in the stores, surrounded by all that product and marketing, that you realize you need new … (2 comments)

Beachfront Income Property Catalina AND Ocean Views Newport Beach, California 92663 - 09:17 PM
Residential Income Property Newport Beach California 92663 Beachfront catalina ocean views Orange County
Stunning Beachfront 4-Plex with Full Catalina and Ocean Views!!  Completely remodeled in 2005, this one-of-a-kind property offers a large top, front unit with 2bd/2ba, patio deck with full catalina and ocean views, teak flooring, granite counters, cherrywood cabinets, marble … (0 comments)

Summit, NJ Town Events for February 2008 - 09:17 PM
Dear Active Rain Participants,
As a Summit, NJ Realtor I want to make members of our community and those interested in the Summit, NJ area to be aware of the following events scheduled for the month of February. Each of these events were announced on the city of Summit's website.
I have also attached … (0 comments)

window treatment - 09:16 PM
I love the word "treatment" for window coverings...like they are a prescription to make the window healthier, a cure, a fix. Window shades, blinds, curtains and draperies can indeed save a room from a less than ideal view, and they can mask the dirty window problem. My issue, however, with window … (0 comments)

ARE YOU READY TO OWN YOUR OCEAN FRONT CONDO IN MYRTLE BEACH, SC - 09:15 PM
ARE YOU READY TO OWN YOUR OCEANFRONT CONDO IN MYRTLE BEACH?                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                     You've heard it time and time again from friends, family members, neighbors, different acquaintances you talk with, "If  I had only bought that Ocean Front condo  in Myrtle Beach when I could have afforded it" or  " Boy,  … (2 comments)

Stovetop Fires - How to Prevent a Loss - 09:14 PM
"Property Management". 
What's the first thing you think of when you hear those words?  For you veteran property managers, investors or principal brokers, it ought to be RISK, or, better yet, RISK MANAGEMENT.  And, as property managers, investors or principal brokers, I am sure you will agree that we need to … (2 comments)

Pocono Lakefront homes and market report - 09:13 PM
According to the lastest update from the Pocono Mountains Association of Realtors MLS, there are 91 homes designated "lakefront" that are for sale in the Poconos. These homes range in price from one hundred and tweinty five thousand dollars to over one and a quarter million dollars, the average price being … (0 comments)

SANDHILLS INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS NETWORKING CONFERENCE 2008 - 09:13 PM
We all speak the language of referrals and savvy business people around the globe understand and appreciate the fact that Word-Of-Mouth is the most effective way to do business!
An initiative of BNI, International Networking Week is about celebrating the key role that networking plays in the development and success of business … (0 comments)

2110 E Norwood Drive, Panama City, FL 32405 - 09:11 PM
This new listing is located in a great neighborhood near Northside Elementary School.  
Welcome to 2110 East Norwood Drive.  
 
East Norwood Drive is conveniently located between 19th Street and 23rd Street off Airport Road.  It's a busy area, however,  East Norwood is a quiet semi-circle street with very little traffic. 
Northport Professional Center with businesses and … (4 comments)

Pillar To Post Rated # 1 - 09:10 PM
Hello Everyone,
Just thought I would forward the Great News once again from our Head Office !
Feel Free to contact me at 586-749-6410.
(2 comments)

Child proof your home - 09:03 PM
About 2-1/2 million children are injured or killed by hazards in the home each year. The good news is that many of these incidents can be prevented by using simple child safety devices on the market today. Any safety device you buy should be sturdy enough to prevent injury to your … (0 comments)

Home Stagers and realtors unite! - 09:02 PM
I have been away from Activerain for a while, but I have had a very busy month of January. 
I am working hard on my website, which is my main marketing tool, always expanding it and making it better for my visitors.  One client recently hired me after a 10 minute conversation … (7 comments)

"Woodrow Wilson slept here" - 09:02 PM
Snore.
"Madame Chaing Kai-Shek had tea in the tea house"
I thought it was a pool house... aw, that thing's a tea house, you say?
"Enrico Caruso sang in the Living Room"
Ye-es, that's nice, but he died in 1921 so that has to be a while ago now, no?
 ------
 I know this $3 million home … (5 comments)

Child proof your home - 09:01 PM
About 2-1/2 million children are injured or killed by hazards in the home each year. The good news is that many of these incidents can be prevented by using simple child safety devices on the market today. Any safety device you buy should be sturdy enough to prevent injury to your … (0 comments)

305 Ideal in Milan, MI 48160 - 09:01 PM
On my last post, I announced my new listing, at 227 Ideal Street in Milan, MI. This is my second new listing this week in Milan, Mi. Yes, got them both in the same week and on the SAME STREET. I met these clients when they called me after seeing a … (18 comments)

Fun for All Playground in Warrenton, Virginia - 09:00 PM
Fun For All Playground is a project pioneered by John Schlenker and Linda Reid. It is an accessible playground for ALL children. A local publication just featured a story about this project in their February issue. WARRENTON LIFESTYLE WEBSITE I wrote into the creators because I had visited a similar park … (0 comments)

Today in History, Key West Florida - 08:56 PM
10 years ago
The opening of an adult bookstore on Truman Avenue upset some residential neighbors.
50 years ago
A shrimp boat captain was the last person to see the yacht Revonoc before it sunk in the Jan. 3 storm. The captain could not help, as his boat was disabled. New … (0 comments)

Newport Beach Country Club Golf Course View End Unit Condo! Orange County Real Estate - 08:56 PM
Newport Beach Country Club Golf Course Condo Townhome Orange County Real Estate  Golf Course View
Unbelieveable End Unit w/Expansive Golf Course Views on the 16th hole of Newport Beach Country Club!  This fantastic opportunity is ready for you to move right into.  Great location just steps to Balboa Island, Fashion Island and … (0 comments)

OPEN HOUSE SAT 2ND & SUN. 3RD..2 FAM..4 OVER 4 $5000 DOWN,NO CLOSING FES - 08:55 PM
AMERICAN HOMES OF SI IS PLEASED TO OFFER THIS LOVELY 2 FAMILY 4 OVER 4. OWN THIS HOME FOR ONLY $5000 DOWN AND NO CLOSING FEES ! OPEN HOUSE THIS SAT & SUN...1-3PM ADDRESS: 603 VILLA AVE ..CROSS ST FOREST AVE..10302 NEWLY UPDATED INTERIOR.EACH UNIT FEATURES 2 BEDROOMS,NEW KITCHEN AND BATHS. … (0 comments)

Increase Buyer's Loyalty! Identify Buyer's As Yours! - 08:55 PM
Recently I was introduced to a great new resource, This will not only Increase Your Buyer's Loyalty & Help Identify Buyer's as yours to other Real Estate Agents..But, it will also give the Buyer a pocket Guide for assisting them in the process of buying a home with the your of a Real Estate Professional.
I … (4 comments)

Real Estate Newsletter - 08:53 PM

Dear Active Rain Community and the General Public,
Interested in Subscribing to a Monthly Real Estate Newsletter filled with Interesting Articles and Unique Content.
Click on the picture below to be directed to my sign up page.
Thank you for participating and I look forward to hearing from you soon.
Have a great day.
Sincerely,
Michael … (2 comments)

Some people can make money on the way up & on the way down in the sub-prime real estate market - 08:53 PM
I was just reading in the New York Times about a small Law firm who helped the investment banks and mortgage lenders bundle their home loans into securities. McKee Nelson did about 3,300 deals of about $2.7 Trillion.
They were also hired in 2006 to write a review prospectus for the securities … (2 comments)

When Knowing Your Readers Takes Twittering to a Whole New Level! - 08:52 PM
 
I must admit that the whole Twitter thing is something that I've signed up for, but I've not been on the site very much.  Truth be told...I found it a little perplexing initially. Yes, the application is on my Facebook page too...but until today, I'd paid my twitter account scant attention. However, lately, I keep on … (19 comments)

Why So Emotionally Attached to a Short Sale? - 08:52 PM
Boy, it seems that two out of three listing appointments I am scheduling are for homes that will be short sales.  Not sellers that cashed out to buy motor homes or Hawaiian vacations, either, homeowners that have legitimately lost their pants in a home in the past three years. 
I am … (0 comments)

Vass, Wood Lake, Moore County, NC | February 2008 Housing Market Update - 08:51 PM

From 01/01/08 through to 02/31/08 there were 04 Single Family Homes Sold, the Average Sales Price $335,225 and the Average Days on Market (DOM) was 212. During the same time frame there were 04 New Listings entering the market, at an Average Asking Price of $237,400. Visit our website to download … (0 comments)

FHA Secure Helps Those With An ARM - Connecticut Mortgage - 08:49 PM
FHA Secure - Can Help Those With ARM Mortgages Secure A New Fixed Rate
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Benchmark Mortgage
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Thomaston CT, Torrington Connecticut, Danbury CT, Brookfield CT, … (0 comments)

Announcing 2 goals reached in 2007 - Broker Associate & Mortgage Broker - 08:49 PM
Two licenses in one month - Nov 2007 - a goal I am pleased that I achieved  - Broker Associate & Mortgage Broker. The 5 weeks devoted to taking the two course and taking the tests was difficult.  Passed with flying colors -
For one stop shopping for all your Northeast & North … (2 comments)

Liftside Condos Breckenride Colorado - 08:46 PM
 
SEARCH ALL LIFTSIDE CONDOS FOR SALE AT http://www.amonteam.com/liftside_condos_for_sale
(0 comments)

4.3 Acres Call Spokane Realtor Nick Smith @ Tamarack Realty, Spokane Real Estate, Spokane Realty, Tamarack Realty - 08:46 PM
BEAUTIFUL VIEWS FROM THIS SALTESE ACRAGE! LANDSCAPING WITH FRUIT TREES LEADS INTO A SMALL PRIVATE FOREST IN FRONT YARD. WELL WITH GOOD GPM AND SEPTIC SYSTEM ON SITE. NATURAL GAS AND PUBLIC WATER @ PROPERTY LINE. MOBILE HOME NEEDS WORK BUT HAS 3 BED / 2 BTH, 2000 SQFT AND A … (1 comments)

Whispering Pines, Moore County, NC | February 2008 Housing Market Update - 08:46 PM

From 01/01/08 through to 02/31/08 there were 18 Single Family Homes Sold, the Average Sales Price $296,627 and the Average Days on Market (DOM) was 114. During the same time frame there were 12 New Listings entering the market, at an Average Asking Price of $345,575. Visit our website to download … (0 comments)

Catching Raindrops - 08:45 PM
Spending a rainy day on the Rain has enabled me to catch up on some great posts.  I'd like to share some them with you and also some "Raindrops" that I've discovered or rediscovered. 
When I first stepped into the Rain I was unsure what to do.  There were posts I … (8 comments)

Grand Timber Lodge and Valdoro Mountain Lodge - 08:44 PM
 
SEARCH ALL GRAND TIMBER LODGE AND VALDORO LODGE LISTINGS AT http://www.amonteam.com/grand_timber___valdoro_mountain_lodge
(0 comments)

Addison TX Private Schools - 08:44 PM
As noted in a previous post, there are no public schools in Addison. The town is served by both the Dallas Independent School District  and the Carrollton-Farmers Branch ISD.  There are, however, two private schools within the Addison city limits.
Greenhill School4141 Spring Valley Rd., Addison TX  75001972-628-5400Co-ed, non-secterian, grades K-12Founded in 1950Student enrollment: 1700 (approximate)Mascot/Colors: … (2 comments)

Wilmington NC 2007 Real Estate Market Report: Spotlight on Masonboro Area - 08:44 PM
Zip Code 28409  Zip code 28409, known as Masonboro, is mostly residential with several communities on the Intracoastal Waterway. It’s also within 15 minutes of the Carolina & Wrightsville Beach beaches and downtown.
 
 
As Wilmington/Hampstead  North Carolina REALTORS specializing in Relocation we strive to provide a wide range of information to folks … (0 comments)

Windham NH Ranch - 08:43 PM
Spacious well maintained ranch style home, boasting nicely landscaped acre + lot, private in ground pool, master bedroom suite, large eat in kitchen,  hardwood floors, fireplace living room, finished walk out lower level with potential for in law set up. Easy commute to school, highways & shopping. Three bed  room  septic … (1 comments)

Countdown to Showdown in the Desert - 08:43 PM
The hype is nearly over. Game time is approaching!
                                      
                                                     VS          
                                 The Upstart Underdogs               against              The Perfect Season
                                                              Who will win the big game?
                                                           
Finally, the time is almost here when it will be settled on the field. Hope everyone enjoys this year's Super Bowl!
Now one final plug for my team … (5 comments)

Fairways at Breckenridge - 08:42 PM
 
SEARCH ALL FAIRWAYS AT BRECKENRIDGE LISTINGS AT http://www.amonteam.com/fairways_at_breckenridge_homes_for_sale
(0 comments)

Friday Funny - 08:41 PM
THIS IS PRICELESS!!!        This could happen to you. I was barely sitting down when I heard a voice from the other stall saying: 'Hi, how are you?' I'm not the type to start a conversation in the restroom but I don't know what got into me, so I answered, somewhat embarrassed, 'Doin' … (8 comments)

Southern Pines, Moore County, NC | February 2008 Housing Market Update - 08:39 PM

From 01/01/08 through to 02/31/08 there were 27 Single Family Homes Sold, the Average Sales Price $356,081 and the Average Days on Market (DOM) was 119. During the same time frame there were 24 New Listings entering the market, at an Average Asking Price of $283,911. Visit our website to download … (0 comments)

Boulder Ridge Homes and Land - 08:38 PM
 
SEARCH ALL BOULDER RIDGE LISTINGS AT http://www.amonteam.com/boulder_ridge_homes_for_sale
(0 comments)

Seapointe Village Rentals and Sales - 08:38 PM
Rentals in Seapointe Village are filling up fast.  We had alot of inquiries and contracts executed so don't delay or you will be left out this season at Seapointe Village.  Find your rental below realtor prices here:
 http://www.SeapointeVillageVacationRentals.com
 Check out Coastal Colors rentals here:  http://www.CoastalColorsVacationRentals.com
Find other vacation rentals here:  http://www.VacationRentalsInWildwood.com
(0 comments)

Childproofing Your Home - 12 Safety Devices to Protect Your Children - 08:37 PM
About 2-1/2 million children are injured or killed by hazards in the home each year. The good news is that many of these incidents can be prevented by using simple child safety devices on the market today. Any safety device you buy should be sturdy enough to prevent injury to your … (1 comments)

Elmhurst, Illinois - Currently available Homes by Price and Time on Market - 08:37 PM

The table below lists all of the currently active single family detached and single family attached homes in the Elmhurst, IL. The information is broken into price ranges with average time on market for that range. Included are the high, low, median and average prices.
For detailed information on a … (0 comments)

Beaver Run Breckenridge, Colorado - 08:36 PM
 
Search ALL BEAVER RUN LISTINGS AT http://www.amonteam.com/beaver_run_condos
(0 comments)

Seven Lakes, Moore County, NC | February 2008 Housing Market Update - 08:36 PM

From 01/01/08 through to 02/31/08 there were 05 Single Family Homes Sold, the Average Sales Price $217,280 and the Average Days on Market (DOM) was 238. During the same time frame there were 13 New Listings entering the market, at an Average Asking Price of $295,559. Visit our website to download … (0 comments)

Hampstead NC 2007 Year End Real Estate Market Report - 08:35 PM
Zip Code 28443 Hampstead NCZip code 28443 is the city of Hampstead, located in Pender County at the northern edge of New Hanover County. Golf Course and Boating communities are popular here. Topsail Beach is a short ride to the North. Popular communities here include Olde Point, Pelican Reef and Belvedere Plantation.
You will … (0 comments)

Los Pinos Breckenridge Colorado - 08:34 PM
 
Search ALL LOS PINOS LISTINGS FOR SALE at http://www.amonteam.com/los_pinos_condos_for_sale
(0 comments)

Pinehurst, Moore County, NC | February 2008 Housing Market Update - 08:32 PM

From 01/01/08 through to 02/31/08 there were 30 Single Family Homes Sold, the Average Sales Price $330,823 and the Average Days on Market (DOM) was 112. During the same time frame there were 17 New Listings entering the market, at an Average Asking Price of $224,806. Visit our website to download … (0 comments)

Feature Property - For Sale or Rent in Old Town Warrenton $645,999 - 08:31 PM
Address: 32 South 6th Street City/ST: Warrenton, VA Zip Code: 21086 Property Type: Single Family Home New or Resale: Resale Square Footage: 4788 Bedrooms: 4 Bathrooms: 4 full, 1 half MLS# FQ6447671 Very high quality custom built home in old town Warrenton steps from shops, center of town & restaurants.3 fnshd … (0 comments)

Windham NH Ranch - 08:30 PM
Spacious well maintained ranch style home, boasting nicely landscaped acre + lot, private in ground pool, master bedroom suite, large eat in kitchen,  hardwood floors, fireplace living room, finished walk out lower level with potential for in law set up. Easy commute to school, highways & shopping. Three bed  room  septic … (0 comments)

1031 Qualifified Exchange? - 08:26 PM
I need answers on details of a qualified 1031 Exchange. Looking for a QI that can answer this question:
      1. Seller is a LLC (4 members/owners) .
      2. Holding period of less than 1 year when sold.
      3. How does each individual in the LLC qualify for a tax deferred exchange?
Are … (4 comments)

Foxfire, Moore County, NC | February 2008 Housing Market Update - 08:26 PM

From 01/01/08 through to 02/31/08 there were 04 Single Family Homes Sold, the Average Sales Price $217,125 and the Average Days on Market (DOM) was 112. During the same time frame there were 16 New Listings entering the market, at an Average Asking Price of $292,470. Visit our website to download … (0 comments)

The Bus Stops Here - Pasco County Foreclosure #4 - 08:26 PM
PUBLIC NOTICE
Hundreds of foreclosure homes are available in Pasco and Pinellas Counties right now, for under $90,000!
This is the fourth in a series, where I will spotlight as I preview homes in specific areas, highlighting those I feel have the greatest value. This is your Foreclosure 101 Spotlight: Pasco County--check back … (0 comments)

Recap : Top Baseball Talk 101 Blogs For January - 08:25 PM
Before I get going on this, I must issue a disclaimer on this blog. Yes the top Baseball talk 101 blogs for the month are highly subjective! I am choosing them, in no particular order, that move me or inspire me or highlight a specific area that may generally be overlooked. That … (14 comments)

Down Town Living at its best Call Spokane Realtor Nick Smith @ Tamarack Realty Spokane Wa, Spokane Condo - 08:23 PM