Wedding Gifts How Much? - 11:59 PM
As I get older the number of weddings that I attend seems to diminish. When we do get invited we like to go. The age old question comes up, how much do you spend? Yes there are the bridal registry's. That gives you an idea of what the couple(bride)(lol) wants. As … (3 comments)
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Get More from the House You’re Stuck With - 11:53 PM
You want a bigger and better home. However, with the current housing market the way that it is, you might not be able to sell your house for what you want. There are homeowners that have spent billions of dollars renovating their homes during the better times. Many home investors see … (0 comments)
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Chula Vista Short Sales in 91914 Report July 2008 - 11:51 PM
Chula Vista Short Sales in 91914 Report July 2008
In the Zip Code of 91914 of Chula Vista in July 2008 shows 119 single family detached homes - this does not include condos or town homes - that are for sale in the MLS marked Subject to Court or Lender Approval. … (0 comments)
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Regulators Directing Banks To Order New Appraisals - 11:51 PM
In a June 5 Senate hearing about "The State of The Banking Industry," John Dugan, Comptroller of the Currency, announced that bank examiners will require management to obtain new appraisals due to market or project changes when needed, and take action when appraisals show that current value no longer supports a loan.
In … (4 comments)
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2008 Cherry Creek Arts Festival - 11:48 PM
The annual Cherry Creek Arts Festival is upon us! July 4th, 5th and 6th are the dates for one of Denver’s most awaited annual events. The area of Cherry Creek North is shut down to traffic and opened up to over 350,000 people looking to enjoy Art, Music and Food!
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Smyrna Realtor Smyrna Realtor Smyrna Realtor - 11:48 PM
Smyrna Realtor
This Smyrna Realtor, Realtor, Tom Davis Works hard to serve his home buyers in Smyrna, Delaware. If you want to look for Smyrna homes for sale just simply please visit www.FreeHomeSearch.DreamStation.com for FREE SMYRNA HOME UPDATES on any home that your looking for! Search us now at www.FreeHomeSearch.DreamStation.com ANY HOME, … (0 comments)
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Cherokee County Home Stagers - Unite with RESA (Real Estate Staging Association) - 11:46 PM
Dear Cherokee County Professional Home Stager,
My name is Amy Powers. I lived in Woodstock, GA. In February 2008, I was appointed as the President of the Cherokee County Chapter of RESA (Real Estate Staging Association). I am the principle owner of Accent Home Staging of Atlanta. I have … (3 comments)
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Frederica Realtor - 11:46 PM
As a Frederica, DE Realtor, Tom Davis Works hard to serve his home buyers in Frederica, Delaware. If you want to look for homes for sale in Frederica simply please visit www.FreeHomeSearch.DreamStation.com for FREE UPDATES on any home that your looking for! Search us now at www.FreeHomeSearch.DreamStation.com ANY HOME, ANY PRICE! Find … (0 comments)
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Magnolia Realtor - 11:44 PM
As a Magnolia, DE Realitor, Tom Davis Works hard to serve his home buyers in Magnolia, Delaware. If you want to look for homes for sale in Magnolia simply please visit www.FreeHomeSearch.DreamStation.com for FREE UPDATES on any home that your looking for! Search us now at www.FreeHomeSearch.DreamStation.com ANY HOME, ANY PRICE! Find … (0 comments)
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More Knee Jerk Reactions in the Wonderful World of Mortgage Lending - 11:43 PM
If you thought it was hard getting your client approved before, there are new FNMA changes coming August 1st that will again change the ability of how we as Loan Officers have to look at business.
The new rules are as follows:
FNMA does put the following disclosure at the … (3 comments)
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It's a Buyers' Market!! So, Why Are There So Many Multiple Offers? - 11:42 PM
The media has been reporting doom and gloom in the real estate market for months. Prices are down and keep falling. Inventory is up and keeps growing. It is obvious we're in a buyers' market, isn't it?
However, there is definitely something going on, especially in the well-priced properties.
I have … (14 comments)
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Felton Felton Felton Realtor - 11:42 PM
Felton, Delaware Realtor! Felton is a wonderful place to live! Tom Davis Works hard in Felton to serve his home buyers in Felton, Delaware. If you want to look for homes for sale in Felton simply please visit www.FreeHomeSearch.DreamStation.com for FREE FELTON HOME UPDATES on any home that your looking for! Search us now … (0 comments)
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Camden Realtor - 11:40 PM
As a Camden, DE Realitor, Tom Davis Works hard to serve his home buyers in Camden, Delaware. If you want to look for homes for sale in Camden simply please visit www.FreeHomeSearch.DreamStation.com for FREE UPDATES on any home that your looking for! Search us now at www.FreeHomeSearch.DreamStation.com ANY HOME, ANY PRICE! … (0 comments)
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Chula Vista Short Sales in 91913 Report July 2008 - 11:39 PM
Chula Vista Short Sales in 91913 Report July 2008
Chula Vista 91913 Zip Code in July 2008 shows 291 single family detached homes - this does not include condos or town homes - that are for sale in the MLS marked Subject to Court or Lender Approval. Although some of these … (0 comments)
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Is This A Buyer's Market or A Seller's Market? - 11:38 PM
Sometimes I'm not really sure how to answer this. In Southern CA we are experiencing a market flooded by homeowners losing their homes. Homes are going into foreclosure and are quickly being acquired by banks. Residential neighborhoods are inundated with 'bank owned' and 'short sale' listings along with dead grass for … (0 comments)
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Forbes Magazine Names Hamilton Co. IN Top Place to Raise Family!!! - 11:38 PM
Those of us who live in Hamilton County, Indiana are not the least bit surprised at the honor being bestowed upon us. Forbes Magazine recently named Hamilton County as the best place in the United States to raise a family. Among the criteria considered was cost of living, affordable housing, short … (10 comments)
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Dover Realtor - 11:37 PM
As a Realtor for Dover I welcome you to Delaware! We have many homes for sale in Dover! To Find Them Now Just Go To: www.FreeHomeSearch.DreamStation.Com
Dover Real Estate and Homes For Sale Plus FREE UPDATES DAILY RIGHT TO YOUR EMAIL BOX! Visit Us Now At: www.FreeHomeSearch.DreamStation.com (Just Click On … (0 comments)
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Chula Vista Short Sales in 91911 Report July 2008 - 11:35 PM
Chula Vista Short Sales in 91911 Report July 2008
Chula Vista 91911 in July 2008 shows 210 single family detached homes - no condos or town homes - that are for sale in the MLS marked Subject to Court or Lender Approval. Although some of these homes might be marked for … (0 comments)
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Delaware Realitor - 11:34 PM
As a Delaware Realitor, Tom Davis Works hard to serve his home buyers in Delaware. If you want to look for homes for sale please visit www.FreeHomeSearch.DreamStation.com for FREE UPDATES on any home that your looking for! Search us now at www.FreeHomeSearch.DreamStation.com ANY HOME, ANY PRICE! Find A Delaware Home Today!
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Christmas Lights all year around - 11:33 PM
I wish someone would explain to me why people leave their christmas lights up all year around. I just don't understand it. I travel through bad neighborhoods and very nice neighborhood and there they are still hanging. It is that they are celebrating all year around (I don't ever see them … (9 comments)
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Are You Still Sitting on the Sidelines? Stop Being a Bench Warmer! - 11:33 PM
I am a huge NFL football fan, and I know that each team is able to carry a maximum of 53 players on its roster. Of this number, there are many who never see any playing time on the field.
A couple of nights ago, I was happy to attend … (17 comments)
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Agents, Join Consumers Advantage Mortgage in our Free Gas for a Year Promotion - 11:32 PM
Consumers Advantage Mortgage is preparing to launch our $100 Gas Card giveaway along with a "free gas for a year" promotion. We are looking for national sponsors, mortgage lenders (in Hawaii and Atlanta), and local real estate partners who want to get exposure through our media blitz. For real estate agents, … (0 comments)
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$329,900 Amazing Home in Stansbury Park built in 2000 - 11:31 PM
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What's the Real Estate Buzz in Owatonna Minnesota? - 11:31 PM
Summer is heating up and so is our real estate market. We've seen good activity with showings, buyers and offers.
We're still noticing a strong presence of first time home buyers, along with buyers relocating into Owatonna for their jobs. According to my lending expert Kriss Meier of Countrywide Mortgage (through … (3 comments)
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You Can't Escape It! - 11:29 PM
Stuck With The Counter Part of Positive Emotions?Rather than trying to develop a thick emotional skin toward beating off fear; a more effective (and emotionally healthy) approach is to seek an understanding why positive emotions are eaten into by fear.Our imaginations often and easily amplify our fears and can spring … (0 comments)
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Delaware Real Estate - 11:26 PM
Automatic updates for Free on Delaware Real Estate and it's available now! Check out my website to get updates daily on any new listings that come out! Visit Me At: www.FreeHomeSearch.DreamStation.Com The Delaware Real Estate site dedicated to your home needs! Thanks from Tom Davis Realtor
World Class Delaware Realtor
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A great way to help our troops! - 11:26 PM
I was listening to Sean Hannity today and heard the end of a conversation about Walter Reed Hospital and a website http://operationward57.org/default.aspx that is raising money for Ward 57 at the hospital.
Ward 57 is known as "the amputee ward", the orthopedic Ward 57 at WRAMC houses some of the … (6 comments)
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The Job Description of a Plainfield or Naperville Real Estate Agent and How They Get Paid - 11:25 PM
Not using a Plainfield or Naperville Realtor to purchase your next home never crossed your mind probably for good reason... you don't have to pay for your representation, the seller does it for you!
Having buyers representation provided at the cost of the seller is a wonderful thing. You are protected … (0 comments)
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The U.S. National Whitewater Center ~ Charlotte, NC - 11:23 PM
Charlotte can add another diamond to the city's crown! How cool is it to have a U.S. National Whitewater Center in your own backyard? Well Charlotte has it and has had it since August 2006. Today my family and I took the time to enjoy it. A day … (1 comments)
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Red Hook Real Estate Market Report - June 2008 and highlights from the first half of 2008. - 11:22 PM
Flowers from a Red Hook NY garden
It is hard to believe we are already half way through 2008, so this was a good time to look back to see how the real estate market has done so far.
When this report was pulled on June 30th there were over … (5 comments)
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Fireworks Celebration Ironstone Vineyards July 5th Murphy's - 11:22 PM
July 2 2008 by Jim W Hildreth RE/Max of Sonora
Visiting Tuolumne County or Calaveras Counties the 4th of July weekend?
Looking for some fun? The annual Ironstone Winery Fireworks show will take place
on July 5th Saturday.
Gates will open at 4:30 pm.
The website for Ironstone is
http://www.ironstonevineyards.com/
… (0 comments)
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RE/MAX Professionals South, Plainfield IL | Why I Chose to work at RE/MAX - 11:19 PM
As you may have noticed I recently transferred real estate offices. I joined RE/MAX Professionals South in Plainfield, IL this week, and I know that it was not only the best choice for me, but also for my clients.
RE/MAX is the industry leader in real estate and they also hold … (2 comments)
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Homes In Bullitt County Kentucky (KY) - Crescent View - 11:17 PM
Crescent View is a beautiful neighborhood in Northern Bullitt County. The typical home in this subdivision is anything but. A brand-new, 2200 SQFT Cape Cod with a Walkout basement on just less than 3/4 acre is a perfect example. Amenities such as custom cabinets, fireplaces, and whirlpool tubs are the norm. … (0 comments)
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FireWorks!!! - 11:16 PM
Well, it was inevitable. The fireworks for the 4th have been canceled. Anderson Explodes! is rescheduled for August 30th and Redding has yet to reschedule. Red Bluff is also canceled. While it is disappointing to miss the show there are still many American traditions to uphold......lemonade, apple pie, going to the lake, picnics … (0 comments)
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Improperly Installed Dryer Vent (Plastic Material) - 11:14 PM
Improperly Installed Dryer Vent
(Plastic Material)
Clothes dryer exhaust systems should never be constructed with a plastic / vinyl material as seen in the above pictures. Plastic is a known fire hazard and should never be used and if you have the white according plastic style material installed in your … (2 comments)
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JADE OCEAN MIAMI SUNNY ISLES VIDEO MARKET UPDATE 305 450 6662 Click Here For Video - 11:14 PM
<a href="http://realtytimes.com/reuv/RitaJaphet>Click Here For Video</a>
Rita Japhet brings you this distinctive 50-story Glass ocean-front tower designed by world-renowned architect Carlos Ott. This stylish property features a grand entrance lobby with a 6-story cascade waterfall, fountains on the city side, and a continuous infinity-edge pool that invites the ocean in.Floor to … (1 comments)
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Chula Vista Short Sales in 91910 Report July 2008 - 11:12 PM
Chula Vista Short Sales in 91910 Report July 2008
Chula Vista Short Sales in 91910 Report July 2008
July 2008 Chula Vista 91910 shows 189 single family detached homes - no condos or town homes - that are for sale in the MLS marked Subject to Court or Lender Approval. Although … (0 comments)
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Orange County Short Sale Realtor, Expert , Specialist : Don't Walk Away From Your Home - 11:12 PM
Don't Walk Away From Your Home!!
A short sale is one of the only options a homeowner has to avoid the foreclosure process. If he or she is
successful then there home will not be foreclosed upon and they will not receive a foreclosure in there
credit.
The benifits are … (0 comments)
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What It's Like to Live In Plainfield IL and Why You'd Want to Live Here! | Plainfield and Naperville Real Estate - 11:11 PM
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My husband and I moved here to Plainfield, IL almost 9 years ago. There wasn't much out here way back then, but over the years I've watched 2 lane dirt roads transform into virtual highways, and strip malls appear out of thin air!
I'll admit, back in … (0 comments)
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Why ARM Rates HIGH!!!!! - 11:08 PM
Why ARM Rates are Higher Than Standard Measures Suggest They Should Be.
The yield curve has steepened in recent weeks (current difference in yield between the 2yr treasury and 10yr treasury is 208 bps). Generally, when the curve steepens, the difference in ARM rates and 30yr mortgage rates increases.
In a … (2 comments)
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A Happy 4th of July Message - I love this country! - 11:06 PM
I can't believe it's the 4th of July already! I remember my parents telling me that when you get older the time flies by! I really didn't buy it as I knew how long a school year seemed to last. Now my oldest son is telling me he can't believe he … (7 comments)
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Get Your Finances In Order With A Few Helpful Steps - 11:06 PM
Get Your Finances In Order With A Few Helpful Steps
Have you paid a late fee on a credit card or bounced a check in the past year? Did you misplace a bill, a statement or some other financial record? Are you confused about how much … (0 comments)
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Cook County Mortgages - Anti-predatory Lending Database Now in Place - 11:05 PM
Mortgage loans in Cook County just got a little more complicated. The new anti-predatory lending bill, SB1167, goes into affect today, July 1st. One of the provisions of the bill was to set up a database to keep track of all loans originated in Cook County. Borrowers who fall into certain … (2 comments)
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How to Install YOUR FEEDJIT WIDGET! - 11:04 PM
How to Install
YOUR FEEDJIT WIDGET!
FEEDJIT,
a live traffic feed that displays statistics in real-time, right on
your blog is a cinch to load! The information
that is provided gives you a better perspective as to where your
visitors have arrived from, such as:
The city and country from … (17 comments)
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State-of-the-Art Los Angeles Football Stadium Plans - 11:04 PM
Professional Football teams have come and gone through Los Angeles, leaving behind nothing more than a faded memory. For one developer, they left a little more behind, the desire to create a place where an NFL team can call Los Angeles home. In fact Edward Roski has plans to build a "state-of-the-art" … (0 comments)
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Illinois Refinance: FHA and VA Refinance Mortgage Loans - 11:03 PM
At Ameristar Mortgage, we offer Illinois FHA and Illinois VA refinance and cash out refinance loans that not all mortgage lenders offer.
What is so great about these types of loans?
Because these loans are insured by the government, they generally provide the lowest rates available on fixed-rate mortgages. If you qualify, … (0 comments)
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Farmstone Ridge Neighborhood Profile | Plainfield and Naperville Real Estate - 11:03 PM
The Farmstone Ridge neighborhood is located just off of Naperville/Plainfield Rd. and 127th St. in Plainfield, IL. Each home was custom built on a premium lot by local area builders. Construction in Farmstone Ridge began in 2003, and the subdivision neighbors the private nearby gated Lakelands Community.
The students of Farmstone … (0 comments)
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An American Flag From Camp Patriot Kuwait - 11:02 PM
My friends and I were bestowed a great honor. We were presented with an American Flag that had been flown over CAMP PATRIOT in Kuwait.
My best friend from high school and her family are members of the Air Force. Her husband, Bruce is a Chief Master Sergeant and … (3 comments)
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Best FSBO Approach - 11:01 PM
Is anyone having great success with fsbo's and if so how are you doing it? Are you taking a passive approach and letting them know you just want to help or are you just asking to list the home? I have used the passive approach a few times and nothing has … (3 comments)
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Golden Chances in the market - 10:58 PM
You have all heard the investment phrase, ‘Buy Low Sell Highm .
seems simple enough.... However, how do you help buyers actually do just that? (Photo above)
Let me share a story which might help shed some light on this investing. (Main St. Plaza Old Town Scottsdale)
"Finance … (0 comments)
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Lake Forest Country Club, Hudson, OH - 10:56 PM
If you are looking for a club to join for excellent golf, swimming, tennis, family events and utterly gorgeous surroundings, you need to get to know Lake Forest Country Club in historic Hudson, Ohio. Click Here For Tour Of Lake Forest Country Club
Our club is a full service golf and … (0 comments)
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Orange County Short Sale Realtor: What other options do homeowners have when in foreclosure & what is financial hardship? - 10:53 PM
Orange County Short Sales: What other options do homeowners have when in foreclosure & what is financial hardship?
Homeowners in foreclosure do not have many options, but some of the options that they do have are: 1. Sell your home through the normal channels 2. Bring your mortgage current by making … (0 comments)
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The history of the 4th of July!!! Some Facts that you don't know. - 10:49 PM
This is one of my two favorite Holidays. My first is Thanksgiving. I love the fact that both Holidays are just get togethers where people are here to just celebrate. Nothing more...just celebrate. Thanksgiving is great b/c we sit around have a few drinks, overeat, play football in the backyard, watch football on TV … (3 comments)
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Orange County Short Sales: If you have not missed any payments, will a short sale work for you? - 10:49 PM
Orange County Short Sales: If you have not missed any payments, will a short sale work for you?
Most of the time when a short sale is approved or when the process has just begun the home owner has already had a notice of default filed against them, meaning … (0 comments)
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Long day... - 10:46 PM
Today was an interesting day!!
The first of them month always seems to be the craziest in my world. I get slammed with BPOs and still have to deal with my other day to day activities.
First major task of the day was to check occupancy on a new listing I … (1 comments)
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How to Get Your Texas Real Estate License! - 10:46 PM
Are you ready to start a career in real estate in College Station? Maybe ready to start your real estate career in Bryan or Caldwell... Do you know what it takes to get your real estate license? Yes, it takes a little time but it well worth the time … (1 comments)
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How to Eat When Your Always Working (Proper Foods, Spiritually, and Physically) - 10:46 PM
How to Eat When Your Always Working (Proper Foods, Spiritually, and Physically)
Eat to live not to die. When we eat and run, without preparing the proper foods it can cause us stress and despair. Some say LIVING LESS than 100 years is a very short life. People … (2 comments)
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Things to do this Weekend in Sacramento! - Enjoy your 4th of July! - 10:46 PM
Looking for something fun to do in Sacramento this weekend ... try out some of these ideas!
Sacramento
July 4th~Sacramento Independence Day Celebration6pm.Cal Expo (1600 Exposition Blvd). The Independence Day Celebration is a family oriented collection of activities focused around our Nation's birthday. In addition to the spectacular fireworks display, the … (1 comments)
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How Much Earnest Money Should a Home Buyer Put Down? - 10:46 PM
Here's a question I get all the time from both buyers and sellers: How much should the buyer put up as an earnest money deposit?
First off, let's start with the basic question - what is earnest money? Earnest money is an amount of money that the buyer gives … (0 comments)
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HOW WORN IS YOUR BIBLE - 10:45 PM
The Bible is a major part of my life. I distribute bibles with the Gideons. I hand out pocket size new testaments whenever i can. I keep a supply in my desk at work, in my car, and in all my jacket pockets. I carry my own pwt(Personal workers testament) pocket … (13 comments)
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Net-metering now available for SCE&G customers in Columbia, SC - 10:44 PM
As per the Public Service Commission's directive, SCE&G and other electric providers in the state had to make net-metering available to their customers, and that their websites should give explanations and rates.
It is heartening to note that SCE&G, the providers for Columbia had indeed created a section in their website … (0 comments)
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INVESTORS or Wanna Be Investors see my website for REPO homes! - 10:43 PM
WWW.HOMESBYFRANKESTELL.COM
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The Six Characteristics to Look For in Your Realtor - 10:39 PM
Awhile back, I wrote this post on interviewing a listing agent and gave you some questions to ask before you choose a Realtor. Now I’ll go ahead and tell you what you should be looking for in their answers.
My 30 years in residential real estate has taught … (0 comments)
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West Chester PA US Pro Bike Tour/Iron Hill Twilight Criterium on July 5, 2008 - 10:38 PM
On Saturday July 5th, the downtown streets of West Chester, PA will be out to see the 4th Annual Iron Hill Twilight Criterium. Action begins at the intersection of Gay and High Streets.
The event starts at 5:15 PM with are four races - Amateur Men's, Kids' Race, Elite Women's and Pro … (2 comments)
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mydwelling.com offers free advertising to agents - 10:37 PM
mydwelling.com, a new real estate social and referral network just added another useful feature, Free Classifieds. Agents are already adding their listings at an amazing rate. To make your ads stand out, listings can be enhanced with your favorite html editors.
To see how the listings look like, please click here
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Inspect First, Then List Your San Mateo Home - 10:35 PM
In today’s “Buyer’s Market” sellers must ask how they can make the decision easier for the buyer and differentiate themselves from the competing homes on the market. One of the best ways is to do a presale inspection and provide the report to prospective home buyers.
In fact, a … (0 comments)
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Are you willing to donate to the forclosed and homeless? - 10:35 PM
We are a group of "ethical" "professionals", who profit from the sale of Real Estate. Over the past few years some made incredible amounts of money selling property and making loans, but did our greed as an industry cause today's mortgage melt down? Personally, I never asked a buyer to consider … (0 comments)
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Five ways to make the loan process go faster - 10:35 PM
We should say that "working with us" is the first way! When you let us help you find the loan that's right for you, you truly are taking advantage of some of the area's best technology and expertise to get you a loan decision and funding on your loan quickly. … (0 comments)
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Home Makeover Loans - 10:34 PM
I am putting together a seminar about my "Home Makeover Loan" also known as the 203(k) loan and the Home Renovation Loan. I am hoping that this will help anyone who is interested in this topic better understand this program so that we as a community can start utlilizing this type of financing. I feel that … (0 comments)
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Montgomery NJ Weekly Real Estate Market Report~ 06/20- 06/26/08 - 10:34 PM
In Montgomery NJ the following real estate activity was reported for the time period ending 06/26/2008.
This is a much different picture than last week when Price Changes were down. Seller and agents are getting serious when you see an increase in price changes.
Lisa Ryan, Your Princeton and Montgomery … (2 comments)
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Downingtown Fireworks on July 3rd at United Sprots Center - West Bradford Township! - 10:32 PM
I saw this sign today inviting us to the Start of the Fourth of July Holiday Weekend early with the Free Fireworks at Untied Sports Center on Thursday July 3, 2008 at 6-10 PM. Come enjoy the Fun with Music, Food, Games & Movie (after fireworks). Fireworks start around 9:15 PM. Don't miss … (1 comments)
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Which refinancing option is best for you? - 10:32 PM
There aren't quite as many loan programs as there are borrowers, but it seems like it sometimes! We'll work with you to qualify you for the best loan program to fit your needs. But there are some general considerations you can have in mind in advance.
Are you refinancing primarily … (0 comments)
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Building a Quality Home Part 2 - 10:32 PM
In part 1 we dug dirt, and poured cement, now it's time to lay some block, The guys get out their laser again, and mark the concrete for the corner blocks. This is the starting point for the block layers.
Lighthouse builders users piers made of concrete blocks filled with concrete … (2 comments)
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Denville NJ Market Report - June 2008 - 10:32 PM
Denville Twp., located in the heart of Morris County, NJ, saw 20 closed sales last month. Currently, the single family home inventory at this writing stands at 148 listings. Home sale prices show a tendency to sell within 96-98% of list price, with current average days on the market ranging from … (0 comments)
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Lead generators - do they work??? - 10:32 PM
So we've all seen the commercials or received emails for HouseValues.com, HomeGain.com and others.
In this so called '"uncertain" market, what have you done to maintain visibility and continue to bring in prospects? I have my opinion on this but just wondering what others think. I'm old school - I believe … (16 comments)
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VA Loan Maximum Guarantee Amount - 10:28 PM
New Veteran's Administration Guidelines guarantee loans up to $417,000; VALoans.com Super Max program offers additional funds to qualified borrowers for a maximum $1,000,000 VA Home Loan.The Veterans Benefits Act of 2004 changes the maximum guaranty amount to an amount equal to 25% of the Freddie Mac conforming loan limit determined under … (0 comments)
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State of the San Mateo Housing Market - 10:27 PM
As May comes to a close, let’s take a look at the current state of the San Mateo County, California, real estate market.
While the media continues to depict the Mid-Peninsula (and rest of the U.S.) as a faltering market, the stats show a different story. San Mateo County … (0 comments)
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1-800-GOT-JUNK? helping you with your junk removal needs. - 10:26 PM
1-800-GOT-JUNK? is the World's Largest Junk Removal Service. We help realtors, homeowners, property managers, contractors and business owners with their junk removal needs. Our service includes all of the loading, cleanup and disposal. All you do is call and we do the rest. We send out a clean, shiny truck (all … (1 comments)
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Inman SF Connect Will Be The Best Money You've Ever Spent - 10:26 PM
If you have not made plans yet to be at Inman Connect later this month, you just really missing it. What ever you spend to get out there, you'll surely double or triple it with something awesome that you learn there. I can't say enough about it. It's just THE number … (6 comments)
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100% Financing Available with HUD Approved Non-Profit GIFT Programs - 10:24 PM
Home buyers that meet HUD's income, credit and asset requirements for an FHA insured loan can also qualify for a gift which can be used for their 3% down payment which is the minimum down payment required by HUD. This gift comes from a non-profit 501(c)3 charitable foundation and never has … (2 comments)
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Market Snapshot - The Perfect Tool for the Home Owner - 10:24 PM
As we have said many times before, all real estate is local. Relying on generic reports about the real estate market in the U.S., California, or even as localized as San Mateo County or your city, is not always an accurate representation of how the market is performing in your … (0 comments)
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Hillsborough NJ Weekly Real Estate Market Report~ 6/20 - 06/26/08 - 10:24 PM
In Hillsborough NJ the following real estate activity was reported.
The best news in this snapshot is the reduced number of price reductions, signalling that homes that are currently being marketed are most likely priced in the proper range.
Lisa Ryan, Your Princeton and Montgomery Real Estate Specialist
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The Psychology of $140 Barrel Oil - 10:22 PM
It's well documented - with every passing day, oil prices seem to be setting a new record. With the triple combo of an ever weakening dollar, insatiable demand in emerging markets, and the "speculation factor" from hedge funds and the like, many project there is no end in site to the price escalation. While … (1 comments)
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Does the media portray the "Real Estate Bust" correctly? - 10:21 PM
What is your take? How is your local real estate market doing?
It seems to me that the media is caught up in a sensationalism mode about the "Real Estate Bust" and connected "Lending Crisis", generalizing that the entire US housing stock has plummet by double digits in value and that there … (3 comments)
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Foreclosures and the Housing Crisis. What started it? - 10:16 PM
From 1996 to 1997, the origination fee charged on a loan went from 2.1 to 0.6 points. Folks were looking for cheap refinancing and financing for houses escaping the last housing crisis. That crisis only hit values in some states and began in the early nineties. Houses and condominiums were suddenly … (2 comments)
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Congratulations, Ms. Miller!! It's a Tumor!! (This has a happy ending...) - 10:16 PM
Many of you already know that my lovely 16 year old daughter, Victoria, is visiting me from Billings, MT, for a whole eight weeks this summer. And my family could not be more excited to have her here!! Billings is a good 7 hour drive from Missoula...so, it is always a … (12 comments)
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Ban on Vicious Dogs?!? - 10:15 PM
Today when I was mowing a condo account I was talking to the President of their association and she told me that Grand Blanc Township (MI) just passed a new ordienance against vicious dogs. So I asked her what they were defining as vicious. "They aren't naming breeds that are banned, … (8 comments)
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26 Snyder Avenue, Denville, NJ 07834 - 10:13 PM
Just Listed & Offered at $449,900!
Location, looks and what a price!
This traditional Tudor-style Colonial has it all and has been extensively renovated inside and out! The improvements start with a freshly painted exterior and careful landscaping. Wonderful curb appeal starts at the front door and will continue to impress … (3 comments)
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Updated 1918 3 BR Cottage/Bungalow near Downtown - Vancouver, WA - 10:10 PM
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Are Sub-Prime Mortgage Problems Finally On Their Way Out? - 10:08 PM
In the summer of 2005, sub-prime mortgage lending was at its peak. Rates were relatively low and lending guidelines were relatively loose.
At the time, the "standard" sub-prime mortgage product was the 3/27 ARM.
The 3/27 had a few basic traits:
A fixed, 3-year "starter rate"
Every six months thereafter, … (0 comments)
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I Get To Be The Client For A Change, And It Is Not Good... - 10:08 PM
We sold an inherited farm at auction, and it went for 50% less than it should have, but we had to sell it. We dealt with that insult - the farm needed 20k of septic work, new roof, continual exterminators, has a wet dirt basement, exorbitant fuel oil heat, no curb … (5 comments)
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Arbitration - Real Estate Conflict Resolution - 10:07 PM
Rounding out our week of posting about legalities and liability – let’s talk about two more interesting topics: mediation and arbitration.
Let’s face it, from time to time, a buyer and seller will have a serious disagreement. Not too many years ago, the only way to settle a dispute … (0 comments)
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Just don't do that! - 10:04 PM
In my office we use CSS for all of our showings. They seem pretty nation wide, but if you don't know what I am talking about, it is a company who schedule all of our showings.
It's a wonderfull concept and most brokerages in this (Central MD) area do use … (13 comments)
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Can a Home Buyer Cancel a Purchase Contract? - 10:04 PM
All the chaos and uncertainty in today’s world provoked an interesting question from one of my home buying clients. The question went something like this:
After all the buyer’s contingencies have been removed, can a home buyer cancel the contract to purchase as a consequence of the catastrophic event, … (0 comments)
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Route19fireworks - 10:03 PM
Some friends and myself drove out route 19 to catch some fireworks, about 15 minutes from New Castle, unfortunatly we were running late and did'nt get to park close. I did get some pictures, some may not be the best quality, but I'll be getting lots of practice. New Castle PA … (0 comments)
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Luxury Watchung New Jersey New Estate Home, Priced to Move.........Right In - 10:01 PM
106 WILDWOOD TERR., WATCHUNG, NJ, $1,795,000LUXURY NEW HOME PRICED TO MOVE RIGHT IN, PAVER DRIVE10' CEILING 1ST FLOOR/ 9' 2ND FLOOR/ CHERRYWOOD FLOORSWALK-OUT BASEMENT ONTO LEVEL WOODED 1.38 ACRE LOT 45 DAY DELIVERY-ASK ABOUT 4 OTHER NEW HOMES IN TOWNCALL PAUL S. 908-310-1358 (CELL) orPAT C. 908-578-0890 (CELL)CLICK ON LOGO & … (0 comments)
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How a Bad U.S. Economy Can Play in Vegas' Favor - And Another Strip Property Creates Thousands of New Jobs. - 10:00 PM
Is your city beginning to experience heavy layoffs because of the current status of the United States economy? Experts agree that high unemployment rates in other cities can play in Las Vegas' favor - A hiring-hotspot where thousands and thousands of jobs are currently being created - and filled.
In late June … (4 comments)
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5 Reasons why Fax machines are obsolete - 09:59 PM
If you still depend on a fax
machine and this Blog post makes you angry, then good. You
should really think long an hard about what I post below. Now
if you cannot come to ween yourself off your fax machine addiction and
your fax machine still has thermal paper and … (25 comments)
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Limiting Home Seller's Liability: Repairs and Inspections - 09:59 PM
Sellers should never agree to pay for termite repairs and provide a termite “clearance” without placing a maximum dollar limit on the cost of those repairs. Here’s why…
Most termite inspection reports state that if any further damage or infestation is found during the course of the repair work, … (0 comments)
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Phyllis Lerner - Realtor - Westchester County New York - Listings Page - 09:59 PM
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All about portable air purifiers - 09:59 PM
Air purifiers are designed to remove pollutants from indoor air. The types of indoor air pollutants that can be reduced or controlled by portable air purifiers fall into three major classes; particulate, gaseous and biological.
Over the past several years there is ever increasing scientific evidence that indoor air can become … (3 comments)
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VA paperwork - 09:54 PM
Does anybody know if there is some good information out there on walking through the VA paperwork on a loan? I feel like I don't understand enough about the process. I am in the middle of a VA guaranteed loan now, and it looked like it wasn't going to be too difficult … (3 comments)
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THE FORECLOSURE PROCESS - 09:53 PM
The Foreclosure Process
A Breach of the Deed of Trust MUST occur!
A breach of the deed of trust could occur when there is non-payment of the encumbrance, non-payment of property taxes, non-payment of homeowner's insurance, or a sale of the property.
2. The trustee will collect … (1 comments)
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Phyllis Lerner - Realtor in Westchester County New York - 09:52 PM
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Garage Floor Coverings - 09:52 PM
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Expensive Real Estate is ....well Relative.... - 09:50 PM
I have often wondered how Naples stacked up in the world of "expensive real estate".... I know we don't come close to comparing to Manhattan....where an apartment can cost $75 million.... and I have had conversations with realtors from the French Riviera and they tell me stories where property...not as good … (5 comments)
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Yea! We Found It!!! - 09:50 PM
If you have ever had buyers that looked at every house in and near their price range three times, consume nearly every day for three weeks, buyers with more then one "very" active child, low-ball several listings, ask for the Sun Moon & Stars, then you know why I'm celebrating tonight. We just … (6 comments)
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Remember to take care of yourself while tending to others.... - 09:49 PM
As I'm sure all of you can relate, my day starts early, at about 6am - first, coffee, a little CNN, newspaper, checking email and Active Raining.
The day progresses...I get my little one up, deal with comes with a 2 year old's world, usher her off to the sitter and … (4 comments)
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Feng Shui in New York--Show me the MONEY! by Feng Shui Long Island & New York City - 09:48 PM
Feng Shui in New York---Wealth, Where IS it?
At a recent Feng Shui Consultation on lovely Long Island, New York, I found my clients about to do some work on their backyard. They stopped in the middle to wait for a Feng Shui Consultant to advise them on the best placements of … (37 comments)
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Cultivating Loyal Clients - 09:47 PM
Building Client Loyalty
"If we don't take care of our customers, someone else will."
A real estate company depends upon clients for survival. No clients virtually translates to no business! So, it's no surprise to see companies allocating huge funds to market to new prospects with the goal of turning them … (3 comments)
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2Q-08 Manhattan Market Report: Buyer's Market - 09:46 PM
Manhattan market reports were released today from Miller Samuel, and major Manhattan brokerages.
Sales of coops and condos fell 21.8% compared to same quarter last year. Inventory rose 31.2% but the median sale price rose 14.5% Sale prices were down 3.1% from the previous quarter.
The market reports have been much anticipated by brokers. … (2 comments)
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Garage Shelving - 09:46 PM
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4 New Homes Started/Warren Twp/Somerset County/ NJ /Avail. 1 to 5 Months - 09:45 PM
POND VIEW AT WARREN/ 10 MINS TRAIN STATIONCONSTRUCTION STARTED ON 4 NEW HOMES1 AVAILABLE 45 DAYS/ 3 3.5 TO 4.5 MONTHS CALL PAT C at 908.578.0890 (Cell)or PAUL S at 908-310-1358 (CELL) For DetailsCLICK ON LOGO & PICTURE FOR MORE INFONEED MORE INFOhttp://www.njestates.net/indxform.htm MORE LUXURY NEW HOMEShttp://www.newjerseyestates.net/indxlux.htmOUR PRE-OWNED HOMEShttp://www.newjerseyestates.net/indxelit.htm COMPLETE TOWN … (0 comments)
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20K price reduction on Townhome in Highlands, Denver, CO - 09:45 PM
Portions of this document include intellectual property of ESRI and Metrolist, Inc. and are used herein under license. © 1998-2008 Environmental Systems Research Institute, Inc. and Metrolist, Inc. All rights reserved. All information is subject to change and should be independently verified.
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Today's Tour - Lake Caroline in Caroline County, Virginia - 09:44 PM
I have a new Community Tour today...
Today's tour is of beautiful Lake Caroline! Lake Caroline is off of Route 1. Less than 30 minutes from Fredericksburg or Richmond and just a few minutes from the interstate, many retirees have decided to make Lake Caroline home. Recently, more families have begun … (1 comments)
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Updated Condo just listed in Louisville - 09:44 PM
As Louisville Kentucky Condos go this one is a WOW! Take a look and let me know what you think for $145,000. Lots of updates throughout – light fixtures, ceiling fans, new paint. Kitchen includes less than 1 year old GE, stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, tile flooring and professionally tiled … (0 comments)
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Update from Caulk Wood | Bonding for Success - 09:42 PM
It's been so quiet on the Makeover2Takeover blog I thought I should do something about it!
PHEW! The home stretch is here for the Contest! It's been so wonderful learning so much to implement for my business in big ways! I'm was so blessed that Missy said yes when … (11 comments)
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Remembering The Cost of Freedom - 09:42 PM
The 4th of July in Texas is always a petty hot time, both temperature wise and activity wise. Many Texans head to the lake, ice down some watermelons, and fire up the ol smokey pit. Small communities in Texas like many accross America honor the day we celebrate the birth of freedom … (9 comments)
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Hows your market - 09:40 PM
well some disappointing news this week...... The home equity line of credit I had on my house, that was only being used in the case of an emergency! SHUT DOWN yesterday! I am soooo mad. Its not like we were using it for stupid stuff or running it up and using … (2 comments)
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A new record has been set! - 09:39 PM
I just heard on the news that we had a record setting low temperature this morning. 54 degrees. It beat the previous coldest July 2nd - which was 59 degrees back in 1988 and 1919.
I was just saying to my mom tonight how perfect the weather has been!
I … (4 comments)
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What Does Fourth of July Freedom Mean to You? - 09:39 PM
Freedom - What a wonderful word! Our Founding Fathers of the United States, including where I live in Garden City, a city within Boise, Idaho, had us in their hearts and minds back in 1776. They chose to fight for freedom from the tyranny of England. All of our courageous soldiers from … (10 comments)
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My favorite $5.00 marketing tool - 09:38 PM
If you could spend about five bucks a year and keep a client referring you to other people, would you consider that money well spent? There's a virtually untapped resource out there that most people have almost stopped using! It's called the mailbox - now stay with me here. Only about 3% of the … (7 comments)
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Chateaux Le Provence, Naperville Illinois - 09:38 PM
View Homes for Sale in Chateaux Le Provence, Naperville IL
If you are considering a move to Chateaux Le Provence in Naperville, there are many real estate options to choose from.
Naperville Illinois Real Estate offers single family homes, townhomes and condominiums for home buyers at various price points. … (0 comments)
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Romantic Anniversary ideas - 09:37 PM
As your anniversary approaches each year, the pressure for romance returns. What should I buy? What should we do? Let's face it, just being in love doesn't mean you suddenly become Don Juan. The pressure to come up with a creative and romantic anniversary idea can be stressful. Perhaps that's why … (2 comments)
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Short sales and 4-leaf clovers - 09:37 PM
If you are a real estate agent, I am sure you would agree, we have never had so many requests from buyers who only are interested in short sales, foreclosures, or (REO) bank owned properties.
the most common request we see in Phoenix is is for the "Short Sale".
However, if you … (2 comments)
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Zebulon's Pride of Pike 4th of July Celebration - 09:31 PM
What makes our county a great place to live? Even though considered Metro South we still have the small town atmosphere as displayed through our local events. One of our events is the Pride of Pike 4th of July Celebration. Friday, July 4th, it begins at 4:00 p.m. with a parade and ends at 11:00 … (0 comments)
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The Short Sale - 09:31 PM
A Unique Selling Proposition for Real Estate Agents
While a short sale may be a last resort for many homeowners facing foreclosure, it also represents a great opportunity for potential home buyers and real estate investors. This article is designed to help answer a few basic questions about the substantial … (1 comments)
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Country Walk 4th of July Parade - 09:30 PM
Hi Neighbors,
The Country Walk annual 4th of July parade and festivities will be this Friday. So I hope everyone has planned to have a decorated float, bike, car, etc. in the parade. If you own a business and want free advertising and want to have an entry - you are welcome … (0 comments)
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Independence Day Celebration Anthem, AZ - 09:29 PM
Well summer is in full swing and we are getting prepared for our annual 4th of July Celebration! My kids are so excited to go see the "friworks" and "ight show" as my 4 yr old triplets say. My wife and I are excited for our kids they finally understand what … (0 comments)
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Home from Camp! - 09:25 PM
I returned late this afternoon from a brief (and well deserved) 4-day camping trip. We wanted to do our camping before the July 4th rush, and our strategy paid off. My husband and I (and one of our dogs) went to the Silver Fork of the American River. If ya'll do … (3 comments)
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Home Inspection Services - 10 ways to help your home inspector during the inspection - 09:25 PM
Top 10 ways to help out your inspector
Confirm with your Realtor ® that the utilities are on and pilot lights are burning.
Make sure the inspector has access to any keys, alarm or entrance codes.
Tell the inspector about any areas of concern or things that you may be "worried" … (0 comments)
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REDUCED!!!, 6144 SOUTHLAND TRACE, STONE MOUNTAIN, GA, $299,000-MAKE AN OFFER!! - 09:23 PM
4-sided brick, 2-story open family room with hardwood floors. Separate living/dining room with hardwood floors. Large open kitchen with eat-in-area, island and adjacent sunroom with lots of windows. Wrought iron staircase leads to 4 upstairs bedrooms. Master bath with separate tub/shower and double vanity. 5th bedroom and full bathroom in basement … (0 comments)
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Pet Real Estate Agent Peeves! | Sometimes Agents Can Drive You Nuts! - 09:19 PM
I guess I am not different from most agents, and view real estate as a great profession that allows me to live the life I would like to, and at the same time assist others in their life when buying or selling a home. I like most of my friends in … (50 comments)
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Well, I'm Jumping In...The Website is Launched! www.UKENotary.com - 09:15 PM
Well, I'm jumping in...I have officially launched my new website...I am excited. It has been truly a rewarding experience for me. The late nights, brainstorming...deleting pages, starting over from scratch...I am plum tired. Losing all sense of time was the main breakdown for me...debating whether over the color palate and capturing … (12 comments)
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HomeCheck Home Inspection Service - Fayetteville, NC - 09:14 PM
Imagine your first home purchase, your next home purchase or you last home purchase. What an exciting time, a time of anticipation and stress. A time of worry and intense dreams. You want the process to go as smoothly as possible and the closing to come quickly and painlessly.
What … (0 comments)
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Milford Massachusetts Homes & Real Estate Market Report June 2008 - 09:14 PM
Milford Massachusetts Real Estate Market Report June 2008
In June of 2008 there were 24 homes that closed within the month for Milford Massachusetts. This is an increase of 6 units as there were 18 homes that closed in June of 2007.
The Average list price for the homes that closed … (0 comments)
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How to Avoid Cell Phone Cancellation Fees - 09:11 PM
WOW! I just learned an amazing, affordable way to effectively rid yourself of your current cell phone carrier without paying the exorbitant contract early cancellation fees! Apparantly, all you need to do is request your cell phone carrier "suspend" your service. I learned this recently when a friend was going to be out of … (13 comments)
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Thinking about moving to Topsail as a real estate professional? - 09:09 PM
Hey, if you are thinking about moving to the coast of North Carolina, specifically Topsail Island, we (The Rand Burchfield Real Estate Group and Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Realty) would like to speak with you! We are looking for self motivated people with great work ethics and super attitudes. Coldwell Banker … (0 comments)
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Bristow, VA: Adult Swim in Braemar.....AHHHHHH! - 09:09 PM
Tonight was my second time enjoying our community pool's adult swim. They start at 8pm and run until 10pm on Wednesday nighs. The water is warm from the sun heating it up all day, and dusk is a quiet time of day in the neighborhood.
I snapped this shot before … (11 comments)
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It's Simple ,Beautiful & FREE - 09:09 PM
Independence Day is commonly associated with fireworks, parades, barbecues, carnivals, picnics, baseball games, and various other public and private events celebrating the history, government, and traditions of the United States, but is often also viewed as simply a summer festival,
But lets not forget Why we are FREE , Why Our Flag … (2 comments)
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I Love you, U.S.A. - 09:08 PM
I'd like to share with you some memories from growing up on Air Force Bases........... (I hope these still continue).
Before you watch a movie at the base movie theater - everyone stands up during a Music Video with pictures of America and the Star Spangled Banner playing.
At 4:00 pm … (4 comments)
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Cut Back on Advertising / Ask for Referrals / John and Linda Cramer - 09:08 PM
It's been a while since we last posted a blog, and why is that you may ask? It's because Linda and I have been very busy in Alabama. And interesting enough, we have not been advertising! No we found a system that is working! It's asking for referrals. We have combined … (7 comments)
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It's Simple, Beautiful & FREE! - 09:07 PM
Independence Day is commonly associated with fireworks, parades, barbecues, carnivals, picnics, baseball games, and various other public and private events celebrating the history, government, and traditions of the United States, but is often also viewed as simply a summer festival, apart from its patriotic overtones,But let us never Forget The … (2 comments)
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St. Clair Shores Real Estate Market Report - June 2008 - 09:07 PM
ST. CLAIR SHORES REAL ESTATE MARKET REPORT - JUNE 2008
If you would like to know what your St. Clair Shores home is worth in today's market, give me a call to schedule an appointment for a free market analysis (cma). No pressure, no obligation.
The summer selling season continues! I'm … (4 comments)
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Can I move that tree? Or not? - 09:06 PM
You say you have the perfect place for that new home or addition? But there is a big tree right in the way -- will the powers that be let you remove it?
It is generally no problem -- with the exception of so-called "Grand Trees." What are those? Any oak … (0 comments)
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Brooklyn, OH New Listing! - 09:03 PM
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Sullivan Ranch Home For Sale, Mount Dora, Florida - 09:02 PM
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The End to Another Wonderful Day...... - 09:02 PM
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Seeking information about Mult Family apartment investing - 09:01 PM
I have bought and rehabbed houses for several years now. I am now looking at stepping it up a notch and do the the same but with Multi Family Apartments. Does anyone have any experience that they are willing to share about Multi Family investing. Looking for a recommendation for a … (5 comments)
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Two Rivers REIA Hosts members of David Lindahl Team - 11/1/2008 - 8:00AM - 09:01 PM
The Two Rivers REIA of Central Iowa, LLC will be hosting a speaker from the David Lindahl Group.
David Lindahl is a RE Mentor extraordinaire. He and his team offer workshops that get to the heart of what RE investors need to know about flipping/rehabbing houses (for cash now!), building a serious income stream through multi-family … (1 comments)
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Incredible lot for sale, downtown waterfront - 09:00 PM
We just listed a wonderful old cottage a short bike ride from downtown Sarasota, on the water. Built in 1936, and now being sold by the owner since 1945, this is a slice out of time. One of Sarasota's oldest, most stable neighborhoods -- homes seldom change hands in this area.
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30428 Tokara Terrace, Sullivan Ranch: 4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths - 09:00 PM
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7 Proven Ways to Make Buyers Hate Your Home - 09:00 PM
Home Buyer Turnoffs
Are you selling a home? Did you know that even though home buyers are all looking for something different in a home, the majority of them will turn around and walk back out of your door if they notice one or more of these 7 problems.
1. Poor … (0 comments)
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Previewing Homes in Atlanta - Does the Seller Know Their Agents Have Given Up Hope? - 08:59 PM
I have an out of state buyer coming into purchase a home in the next week or so...so today I hit the bricks and previewed some homes. This is something I normally do not do, but today was the exception to the rule. This is a very funny market, so I … (7 comments)
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Real Estate Update~July 2008~ - 08:58 PM
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Keeping on top in a down market - 08:56 PM
Keeping on top in a down market Current mood: creative
It has been said by the wealthiest people that the greatest wealth has been and will be made in a down market. It's not to say that you are taking advantatge of others or their misfortunes, but it is essential to not … (3 comments)
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How do you get clients to spend a little money on staging? - 08:55 PM
What to do when a client doesn't want to spend ANY money? It seems that if a realtor refers a job to me and offers to pay the consultation fee, the owner is reluctant to do any more than that. I know the home could really benefit from some good staging, … (5 comments)
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Carlsbad Home Buyers - There's a New Source of Anxiety - 08:55 PM
Buying a home causes much anxiety for first time home buyers as well as those with experience.
From the home search all the way through closing, there are multiple hoops to jump through, and a myriad of issues that can crop up to stop you in your tracks.
Some transactions go … (8 comments)
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Just Listed!! - 08:53 PM
Located in the gated community of Whispering Canyon. This is the last of the biggest lot! Almost a half an acre of land to create your dream home and still have plenty of spaces in the backyard for a huge pool! Excellent neighborhood with walking trails. Just a block away, you … (3 comments)
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MODERN PIZZA - 08:53 PM
MODERN PIZZA
874 STATE STREET
NEW HAVEN, CT
203-776-5306
I'm not sure if Modern Pizza in New Haven, CT has been blogged about before. If it has, it needs to be blogged about again.
I have forgotten how good the pizza is here. My sons and I went … (2 comments)
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WANTED *Buyers Agent* Join Our Team Now* - 08:52 PM
buyers agent wanted
Wanted: Buyers' Agent To Join Our
Team!
We are interviewing
buyers' agents for a position with our company.
We have buyers who are looking to buy homes in Wellington,
Boynton Beach, West Palm Beach, Lantana, Loxahatchee, Royal Palm Beach,
Lake Worth, The Acreage and … (14 comments)
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Article, Meet the Real Estate Professionals, July/August 2007 - 08:52 PM
New England Home Magazine, July/August 2007, Meet the Professionals. Most recent notable sales - two small estates in Dover with views of the Charles River. There are certain special properties in every community that should be shared. These two properties are located on scenic Willow Street, Dover, MA and have that undefineable characteristic of an idyllic … (0 comments)
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Happy 4th of July to Everyone! Think about the True Meaning of this Holiday! - 08:46 PM
GOD Bless America and all those that love her and support her. Let's stop for a moment on thisday to give thanks to those men and women who work hard to keep us safe. Let's be thankfulfor the FREEDOM we have, the country that is still a wonderful country of people … (9 comments)
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Where to see Simi Valley and Moorpark Fireworks - 08:46 PM
The 4th of July Celebrations in Simi Valley and Moorpark happen at different times and days.
Moorpark starts off with a July 3rd celebration. Moorpark's 4th of July event is scheduled to start at 4 p.m. and the fireworks show to start at 9 p.m., at Arroyo Vista Community Park, 4550 … (0 comments)
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Listing Quality vs. Listing Quantity - 08:44 PM
What constitutes a great listing, a good listing, a mediocre listing, a lousy listing?
Is the routine of listing a house decent enough for you to cope with ? Are you just looking for volume sales ? When an agent takes a listing there should be some level of … (6 comments)
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MN Rev U15C2 soccer update - 08:44 PM
Hey!!!! Nice job last night. That win put our team in third place in our division as of today. If we win against Two Harbors next week, pending their results, we could potentially end up in second place. Nice work team!!!
The girls also enjoyed DQ, thanks to Coach Dettinger and … (0 comments)
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Changing the names, being a fiction writer - 08:43 PM
When I write a blog. I always change the name of the city, the amount of the house, when it happened. As a real estate and mortgage person we run into scenarios that are interesting, and that can help "Joe Public" Sure we know a lot about the business. Sure we … (2 comments)
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Lombard, Illinois Available Homes Currently for Sale - Market Report by Price and Time on Market for June, 2008 - 08:42 PM
The table below lists all of the single family detached and single family attached homes currently on the market in Lombard, IL. The data lists available homes by price range with average time on market in each range.
Should you have an interest in homes in a selected price range, … (0 comments)
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Crossing my fingers! - 08:42 PM
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(I wrote this article over a year ago when we launched Localism in its BETA form. With the pending launch of the New Localism, it's still very much applicable ~ Jonathan)
When a house is listed, one of the first things that needs to be done is to come up with a description of the house. The description should be something that is going to make people say to themselves, "I must see this house!" The description shouldn't be something where people … (45 comments)
IT'S COPYRIGHT TIME AGAIN. This post inspired by Robert Lockhard, Bloggers beware! Copyright battle might be coming.
A few years ago Realtors® were up in arms about the thought that banks might get into the real estate business. Letters were fired off, hearings were held and the NAR spent thousands to make sure that banks stayed at arms length from the real estate transaction.
The Star Hall of Fame groups were created by Neal Bloom-Realtor ® Assoc.-CRS-Weston for the sole purpose of telling our story of each milestone and journey's in the Rain to get to each of these Star Hall of Fame groups:
Here's a helpful warning to bloggers: "Be prepared." It's the Boy Scout motto and it's also good advice for people in all walks of life. It appears that many bloggers, myself included, are a little unprepared for the possibility of close scrutiny of blogging. What if we were told that we had … (46 comments)
As an Active Rain member since August of 2006, I have had the opportunity of getting to know many professionals within our real estate community. Active Rain provides each of us with an experience that continues to assist us, as Realtors.