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real estate: How does staging work...let me count the ways! - 05/05/07 11:39 PM
1. It will help any home to show better the architectural features and attributes that the home has to offer
2. It will sell faster in any kind of market
3. It will often sell for more money
If you aren't using staging find a stager in your area and ask them to tell … (3 comments)

real estate: How one investor learned the hard way I was right - 05/05/07 11:26 PM
Late last year I was working with an investor who wanted to get into the fixer properties and fix them up and sell them for a profit. I advised against one purchase and he said "No, I can make it work!"
The problem was that he was buying a property for … (2 comments)

real estate: Stop going to your rental property at 3am and start making money! - 05/05/07 11:23 PM
Do you have a rental property that is just making you tired every morning, because you are going to do fixes in the middle of the night? Or do have the property that you losing money each month, when the tenant doesn't send you the check on time or at all?
I … (0 comments)

real estate: Summer is coming! Are you thinking of adding a pool? Think again! - 05/05/07 11:18 PM
As a native Oregonian (awr-i-goh-nee-uh n - for you everyone not from the wonderful Pacific Northwest) I love the pool as much as the next person. But when it comes to the sale of your home it is a real estate loser.
                           
Here we can only use the … (0 comments)

real estate: Lancaster Real Estate - Manheim Township - Open Houses for Sunday, May 6th, 2007 - 05/05/07 10:18 PM
Looking for something to do for a few hours this Sunday in Lancaster County?
Here is where you can find the Coldwell Banker Homesale Services Group list of Open Houses for Sunday, May 6th.
Click Here ---->  Open House Search
You can search by school district, price, etc. 
 
 
 Have a great day!  And if … (0 comments)

real estate: Finding a Horse Property - 05/05/07 10:08 PM
When you need a home not only for yourself and your family, but also for your beloved horses, the real estate game becomes much trickier! House-hunting for you and your horses means that you're not looking for a standard suburban neighborhood, so a lot more issues come to the fore. Horse … (8 comments)

real estate: California Realtor - We get it done! - 05/05/07 09:33 PM
Well it is in fact a round & crazy world and we should not have been surprised or caught off guard by the recent sub-prime lending storm. Cause and effect is not new. So the once hot market has cooled off...now what call Carlo Longo 562-787-5844 with NuQuest Lending.  I believe it … (2 comments)

real estate: Only 37 active listings in all of Copper Mountain! - 05/05/07 08:43 PM
I remember when, just a couple of years ago, we had only 49 sales at Copper Mountain in a year, and about 170 units on the market.  Times were tough and people were selling for less than they paid for the condos just a couple of years prior.  Today the market … (2 comments)

real estate: Michael Hoffman Conferred With AARE Designation - 05/05/07 07:46 PM
The National Auctioneers Association Education Institute (NAAEI) announces that Michael Hoffman, of Michael Hoffman & Associates, Pickerington, OH, has received the prestigious designation of Accredited Auctioneer of Real Estate (AARE). 
The Institute's AARE program educates and trains real estate and auction marketing professionals in ways that enhance their client services. Course … (0 comments)

real estate: 12 Ways to Prevent Foreclosure - 05/05/07 07:01 PM
Potential loss of your home is the single most urgent problem you may face if you are having financial difficulties. For most, foreclosure means loss of shelter but also loss of many years of investment to create home equity. You will almost always want to treat a foreclosure problem as … (0 comments)

real estate: REAL ESTATE DEATH SPIN - 05/05/07 04:08 PM
 SALES DOWN.....LAND PRICE UP?
If we in the real estate business are supposed to be in such a death spin,  why are prices on land going up?  Almost daily the media is reporting our supposed loses's and solemnly (do you notice the commentator's voice dropping to an almost  funeral directors  tone … (4 comments)

real estate: Fantasizing About The Perfect Client? - 05/05/07 03:39 PM
I am in One on One coaching with the Mike Ferry Organization.  Most of the time, I couldn't be happier about it... But every once in a while, I question my thought process in choosing to not only hold myself accountable, but paying someone else to do it.
Anyway... I digress...  Last … (10 comments)

real estate: Roselle, IL Available Homes on Market - 05/05/07 02:28 PM
 
 
 The table below lists all of the currently active single family detached and single family attached homes in Roselle, 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 property type … (0 comments)

real estate: Where Can I Find True Real Estate Leads? - 05/05/07 02:17 PM
I'm a new agent and I'm trying to get my business started. I tried my friends, family and co workers but no one is buying or selling yet. I tried a "Lead" service and my 1st 2 leads were invalid. 1st lead got mad and "asked where I got his info?" … (13 comments)

real estate: Lakefront and Waterfront Homes and Real Estate On Clear Lake, in Lake County, California - First Quarter of 2007 Update - 05/05/07 02:02 PM
Here's an update on real estate activity update for the first quarter of 2007 (Jan, Feb & March). This covers lakefront and waterfront channel homes, property and real Estate on Clear Lake in beautiful Lake County, California.
Lakefront Homes - There were 6 homes sold; 1 in Lakeport, 1 in Buckingham, 1 in Nice & … (0 comments)

real estate: Pockets Not Lined With Cash? Wallet A Little Thin And Anemic? - 05/05/07 01:52 PM
 
 No Problem! Get A Three Bedroom Home With Carefree Siding Near The School Your Little Ones Will Be Attention! An Insulated Garage And Extra Tool Shed Too! All For In The $30's?  Only In Aroostook County Maine Can You Get This Much This Little! Ask For More Examples Like This One … (0 comments)

real estate: Keller Who? Keller Williams, the Newest Craze in Lafayette, Indiana! - 05/05/07 01:25 PM
For those who aren't aware...Keller Williams is HUGE!  It's the greatest thing to ever happen to real estate, and this is why it's the fastest growing real estate company in the country.  We are rapidly growing, and in 2 months the Lafayette office is already larger than most of the other … (1 comments)

real estate: What's the Average Sales Price for Your Housing Market? - 05/05/07 01:04 PM
We have to work hard for our money!  Very Hard!
Our average home sales price in the Lafayette, Indiana area is $135,000!  This will buy you a large almost new home in a great neighborhood!
West Lafayette is the home of Purdue of University, and Lafayette is the home to several large corporations...we … (5 comments)

real estate: "Don't You Know Who I Am?!??!" - Uh, no!!! - 05/05/07 12:26 PM
Have any of you ever been hit with that line?
Did you ever notice that the people who say things like that are generally NOBODIES!?!  Because, let's face it, if you're a hotshot, people DO know who you are and there would be no reason to ask - right?
OK - let's go … (21 comments)

real estate: Long Hill Township (Millington, Stirling, Gillette, Meyersville) Real Estate - 05/05/07 11:44 AM
Keeping everybody up to date with the Long Hill Township real estate market......there are currently 57 active listings in town. They range in price from $299,999 to $1,295,000. In the first quarter of 2007 Long Hill Township had 42 new listings, average days on the market was 84, and the average sales … (2 comments)

real estate: Heaven's Grocery Store - 05/05/07 10:33 AM
HEAVEN'S GROCERY STORE
I was walking down life's highway a long time ago.  One day I saw a sign that read HEAVEN'S GROCERY STORE.  As I got a little closer, the door came open wide.  And when I came to myself, I was standing inside. 
I saw a host of Angels...that were … (3 comments)

real estate: Isn't this supposed to be for Top Producer Software? - 05/05/07 10:13 AM
Well it doesn't seem that this group is being utilized for the reason it was created.  I would really like to get some good blogs on here to discuss and share ways that others are using Top Producer.
I have a feeling some people might misunderstand the title to mean top … (2 comments)

real estate: Active Rain --- Kentucky Derby 133 --- Who Wins???? - 05/05/07 08:43 AM
     I am sitting in my office this morning wondering if anyone will call on one of the most famous days of the year here in Kentucky.  This evening the 133rd Kentucky Derby will be run over in Louisville.  I know not everyone is a horse racing fan but it sure seems … (7 comments)

real estate: Should I Rent or Should I Buy? Let's Do the Math. - 05/05/07 08:30 AM
Not everyone wants to be a real estate investor. For that matter, not everyone wants to own a home of any kind. And that is okay. Some people just don't want to be "tied down" or have to deal with a leaking water heater or have to take the chance on … (2 comments)

real estate: Bill's Blog - 05/05/07 07:33 AM
Southern New Jesery real estate specialist, serving Camden county, Gloucester county and surrounding counties, providing personal service with a difference!
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real estate: Rock Island County Illinois - 05/05/07 07:00 AM
Location Characteristics: Rock Island County, Illinois is a beautiful river community that is rich in heritage, culture, and quality of life! The largest cities are Moline, Rock Island, and East Moline.  Moline is home to the world-wide farm implement company of John Deere!  Rock Island County is located approximately halfway between Chicago and Des … (0 comments)

real estate: 115 1ST AVE E, MILAN, ILLINOIS 61264 - Off The Market! - 05/05/07 06:50 AM
 
                                   This property is zoned commercial and is priced at $109,999.
PROPERTY BEING SOLD "AS IS WHERE IS". VALUE IS FOR COMMERICAL GROUND. NEW OWNER MUST CREATE OWN NEW ACCESS ROAD. BASEMENT WITH OUTSIDE ACCESS ONLY. PROPERTY HAS PREVIOUSLY RENTED FOR $570./MO. ACCORDING TO SELLER. 
THIS RIVER VIEW IS FROM THE TOP OF THE DIKE … (4 comments)

real estate: 420 E. 6th Street, Davenport, Iowa 52803 - 05/05/07 06:30 AM

                                        This Home is a Fixer-Upper and is only $30,000!!!
It is a 2 bedroom 2 story with over 1800 square feet and has a partial Mississippi River view!
                              
It is being sold "as-is, where-is".  House could be rented for $600 per month when fixed up.
THERE IS ALSO A LOT IMMEDIATELY TO … (0 comments)

real estate: Eastern Iowa Market is Changing! - 05/05/07 06:00 AM

Number of sales went from 921 down to 600.  That's a 35% decrease in activity.
Average list went up from $155,026 to $161,033.  That's a 4% increase.
Average sold price went up from $150,794 to $156,927.  That's a 4% increase as well.
The average list to sale percentage barely changed from 97.27% to 97.45%.
The … (0 comments)

real estate: A Snapshot of Davenport, Iowa. - 05/05/07 05:38 AM
Location Characteristics: Davenport is a beautiful river town that is rich in heritage, culture, and quality of life! It is located approximately halfway between Chicago and Des Moines on I-80 at the Mississippi River and is part of Quad Cities USA. Terrain varies from flat corn fields to heavily wooded ravines … (0 comments)

real estate: What is the fee for the escrow service? - 05/05/07 02:04 AM

What is the fee for the escrow service? 
Many believe the escrow fees are set by law. Escrow fees are NOT GENERALLY regulated by law or by SOME state statues. But Check your States Statue for regulation on Escrow Fees. Escrow Fees are set by each escrow company or escrow officer.
Although many individuals … (2 comments)

real estate: Four Mistakes Buyers Make When Purchasing A Home - 05/05/07 01:59 AM
 By Michael Holt
Buying in a Seller's MarketThe first mistake buyers make when purchasing a home is buying in a "hot" market or a seller's market. In such a market, the seller usually gets the pick of the buyers and can name his/her price. Because the demand for homes is so great, … (0 comments)

real estate: How Drunk Is Your Monkey? - 05/05/07 01:07 AM
What is a drunk monkey you ask??  The drunk monkey is your "inner voice".  The voice that will do and say whatever it takes to keep you safe.  It will keep you from taking risks and stepping out of your comfort zone. The drunk monkey is a dream stealer.
How to squelch … (8 comments)

real estate: Hot Trends In Home Design - 05/05/07 12:34 AM
he way we live is changing, and our homes reflect it. Whether we're entertaining or relaxing, our home mirrors our evolving lifestyle. Staying on top of trends in the home market is helpful whether you're looking to buy or sell. Here are a few developments that are shaping the way … (3 comments)

real estate: 3026 SOMERSET DRIVE, BETTENDORF, IOWA 52722 - SOLD! - 05/04/07 09:30 PM


                                        SUPER SHARP HOME IN BETTENDORF, IOWA IS ONLY $140,000!!!
THIS RAMBLING RANCH FEATURES FOUR BEDROOMS, 1365 SQUARE FEET FINISHED ON MAIN FLOOR AND ANOTHER 475 FINISHED IN THE BASEMENT, LOTS OF CLOSETS, LOTS OF BASEMENT STORAGE CABINETS, AND A TWO-CAR TANDEM GARAGE! NEW ROOF ON HOUSE AND GARAGE, NEW VINYL IN … (0 comments)

real estate: Remodeled City Townhome Available For Lease-Purchase! - 05/04/07 09:16 PM
This Lancaster City 3-bedroom townhome has been totally remodeled and is now available for lease-purchase!  Brand new kitchen and bath, new carpet and flooring, replacement windows, new high efficiency gas furnace - and all for only $59,900!
                   
 For more information or your own personal showing, call Brian Schulman at 717-951-5552 or … (0 comments)

real estate: MONTGOMERY COUNTY MARYLAND REAL ESTATE MARKET REPORT - APRIL 2007 - 05/04/07 08:45 PM
REPORT OF HOMES LISTED AND SOLD IN MONTGOMERY COUNTY MARYLAND - APRIL 2006-2007HOME SALES WERE MODEST FOR REAL ESTATE IN MONTGOMERY COUNTY FOR APRIL 2007.  A total of 924 properties sold in April 2007 compared to 1,105 sold in April 2006, a 16% decline.SOLD PRICES FOR ALL HOMES MONTGOMERY COUNTY 2006-2007The average sold price for … (1 comments)

real estate: Power Offer! Wriiten & Accepted! - 05/04/07 08:35 PM
So you made it through the real estate jungle of inventory.  All types of potential condos with some near the water, near the train station, downtown, uptown and you have gone all around! An amazing tour of 23 selections in 6 long grueling hours and your client says i want to … (7 comments)

real estate: Very Clever Marketing Pix... - 05/04/07 06:26 PM
 





 
Well if these don't get you thinking I am not quite sure what will.  I have seen them quite a few times and they still spur some new ideas in my head.
Anyhow, hope you liked them.  If anyone has any to add feel free.I love photos!
One of these days I hope to … (7 comments)

real estate: 565 Lori Drive #56, Benicia, CA 94510 - 05/04/07 06:22 PM
Find your dream home at http://www.realestatebystef.com/  Enjoy a FREE 5 day/4 night cruise trip on us when you buy, sell or refinance with us through the end of June 2007.
                   
Popular Bridgeview Heights, close to everything yet quiet and secluded. This immaculate 2bd/2ba upstairs end unit is like living … (2 comments)

real estate: My new RSS News Feed now available click on the green star for updated information - 05/04/07 06:17 PM
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real estate: Real Esate Q & A - 05/04/07 06:03 PM
Question: I was wondering about people who sell their homes at a loss. Can you write off the loss as a deduction against income? Are there any other options that make the loss less painful?
Answer: One of the great oddities of the tax system is that profits from the sale … (0 comments)

real estate: Sandy Utah March 2007 Homes Sales Market Report - 05/04/07 05:30 PM
Sandy Utah homes sales drop 22.06% while values rise 35.90%.
The following table compares home and condo sales in Sandy Utah between March 2006 and March 2007. Please be cautious in making any buy or sell decisions based on a single months analysis. Quarterly and trend analysis are much more meaningful than isolating a single month. But, … (0 comments)

real estate: Writing a Personal Mission Statement - 05/04/07 05:02 PM
Here is another one of "The Action Principles" by the American Success Institute that I thought I'd share with you.  I hope you find this as useful as I did.
Write a Personal Mission Statement
Create for yourself an evolving document that outlines your purpose in life.  Who are you?  What … (1 comments)

real estate: Real Estate Assessment - 05/04/07 04:19 PM
SHELL KNOB AND BARRY COUNTY DONE    
The reassessment for Barry County is almost complete, according to June Smith, Barry County Assessor.
Missouri State law requires a reappraisal be conducted each odd-numbered year.
A complete review of all property from the field has been completed and that includes verifying all previously recorded data, evaluating … (0 comments)

real estate: Monitoring May Market - 05/04/07 04:19 PM
Buyers are like bees looking for a honey of a deal!  Let's see what happens to these 129 May flower properties. 
According to the Consolidate Multiple Listing Service, May 1, 2007, 129 single residential properties were inputted as NEW.  (Some  may have been propeties that were RE-LISTED.) 
Know a property history when purchasing:  Click … (0 comments)

real estate: Beautiful Lancaster Township Bilevel End-of-Row Townhouse - 05/04/07 04:05 PM
SOLD Check out this most attractive end-of-row bilevel in Lancaster Township! It has two bedrooms and two full baths, central air conditioning and a built-in garage.  You can see how nice tne landscaping is!  Only $129,900.
                              
There is a very reasonably priced homeowners association that mows the grass and shovels … (0 comments)

real estate: Tiburon, CA Real Estate Market Conditions Update ~ April 2007 - 05/04/07 03:56 PM
As of May 4, 2007 22% of available listings in Tiburon are in escrow indicating a Buyer's Market.
For the month of April 2007 16 homes sold in Tiburon for an average final selling price of $1,825,750.
The average original list price of these homes was $1,944,500.
These homes took an average of 54 … (1 comments)

real estate: Excellent Investment Resource - 05/04/07 03:41 PM
I want to introduce myself. My name is Tamera.  I am a real estate investor.  When you want to consider real estate investing yourself, check out this worldwide internet website catered to real estate investors. It evaluates and shows research on properties located in various areas of the U.S. and Costa … (0 comments)

real estate: 304 Jean - Cambria, CA 93428 - 05/04/07 03:38 PM
304 Jean - Cambria, CA 93428 Ocean view Cambria Marine Terrace primary or second home. Ocean & 400+/- acre open space with trails a few short blocks away. 3 bedrooms. 2&1/2 baths. 2-car attached garage. Ocean view deck off of living room. Cathedral ceilings. Fireplace/Skylights. Age & square footages approximate. … (0 comments)

real estate: Marin County Real Estate Update (Homes For Sale & Price Ranges) - 05/04/07 03:33 PM
The number of homes for sale (inventory) continues marching upwards--countywide, there are 647 active listings (up from 549 active listings this time last month). The high point (in terms of the sheer number of homes for sale in Marin County) will likely be next month. While the number of homes for sale has … (0 comments)

real estate: SO! What do YOU like to do when NOT selling Real Estate? - 05/04/07 03:22 PM
It's a Rainy Friday here in Minnesota, and only a week away from Fishing Opener!  If you are NOT a Minnesotan you may not understand the importance of Fishing Opener.  Tourism is a $10 Billion industry here in Minnesota, and Fishing Opener is the first hurrah!  With Millions of anglers loading … (33 comments)

real estate: J.D. Power Award - ERA Real Estate - 05/04/07 03:21 PM
April 24th, 2007 - ERA Real Estate is the proud recipient of the 2006 J.D. Power Award for "Hightest Overall Satisfaction for Repeat Home Sellers Among National Full Service Real Estate Firms."
Disclaimer: ERA received the highest numerical score among national full service real estate firms for repeat home sellers … (2 comments)

real estate: Is staging really necessary? - 05/04/07 03:11 PM
Yes, but only if you want to sell the house for the best price and the least amount of time!
I really don't even need to write any more because that statement is absolutely true!  We often can increase the selling price of the home up to 7% after we have staged … (2 comments)

real estate: Sonoma, CA, Real Estate Market Conditions Update for April 2007 - 05/04/07 03:06 PM
As of May 4, 2007 18% of available listings are in escrow in Sonoma, CA, indicating a Buyer's Market.  So, HELLO BUYERS!  We Want YOU in Sonoma!!!
While the sales volume has picked up some, it's not enough to keep up with the increasing inventory.  Prices, however, are holding pretty steady.
For the … (2 comments)

real estate: Petaluma, CA Real Estate Market Conditions Update ~ April 2007 - 05/04/07 02:56 PM
As of May 4, 2007 21% of available listings in Petaluma are in escrow, indicating a Buyer's Market.
For the month of April 2007 43 homes sold in Petaluma, for an average final selling price of $613,270.
The average original list price of these homes was $637,182.
It took these homes an average of … (0 comments)

real estate: 5001 North Parkway, Sacramento, CA 95823 - 05/04/07 02:49 PM
Find your dream home at http://www.realestatebystef.com
        
Beautiful home with tons of upgrades in Sacramento. Wood flooring in living area and kitchen, new paint, tile counter tops in kitchen! Extra cabinet space in kitchen and living area. Enjoy this upgraded 3bd/1ba home at a great price! Call for your Executive … (4 comments)

real estate: Holladay Utah March 2007 Home Sales Market Report - 05/04/07 02:37 PM
Holladay homes sales drop 21.5% while values rise 26.36%
The following table compares home and condo sales in Holladay Utah between March 2006 and March 2007. Please be cautious in making any buy or sell decisions based on a single months analysis. Quarterly and trend analysis are much more meaningful than isolating a single … (0 comments)

real estate: South Salt Lake March 2007 Market Update - 05/04/07 01:57 PM
South Salt Lake home Values increased by 23.17% from March 2006 to March 2007
This is a quick analysis of the South Salt Lake residential Real Estate market comparing March 2006 home and condo sales activity to March 2007. Please be cautious in making any buy or sell decisions based on a single months analysis. … (0 comments)

real estate: Moving to Minnesota? Considering Lino Lakes? FREE Relocation Package! - 05/04/07 01:07 PM
Will you be making a move to Lino Lakes area of Minnesota in the next few months?
As you plan your move to Minnesota, you'll want to be sure to have the right Realtor® representing your interests. Lino Lakes, MN is a suburb just west of Blaine in the north suburban … (0 comments)

real estate: It's Farmer's Market Time Again in the Portland Metro Area! - 05/04/07 12:45 PM
Local, Fresh, and Delicious!
It's once again that time of the year where fresh fruit and vegetables direct from local farmers will be available to you in your neighborhood!
I hope you find this Farmers' Market guide useful as you plan your visit to your neighborhood market, or try visiting some new markets … (0 comments)

real estate: A Green Building Conversation For Today's Changing Market - 05/04/07 12:43 PM
 
EDIT/UPDATE TO OUR GREEN BUILDING CONVERSATION...FOR THOSE JUST TUNING IN!  READ THIS SUMMARY FIRST...SUMMARY In this post we have discussed various financial impacts of "Green Building" - reduced insurance, up front costs,  greater longevity, eco-friendly mortgages, affordability... We have discussed the health benefits that come with a green building focus. We … (334 comments)

real estate: Continuing Education - 05/04/07 12:14 PM
I am typing this blog from my mobile device as I sit in a CE course. This course has been one of the most rewarding classes that I have been in since becoming a real estate broker. The course is an in depth curriculum on proposals and components of a succesul … (1 comments)

real estate: Is your house Ready? - 05/04/07 11:49 AM
Is your House Ready?The house that Sparkles will sell faster than its shabby neighbor, even if both are well-maintained.
A well-polished house appeals to more buyers and will sell faster and for a higher price. Additionally, buyers feel more comfortable purchasing a cared for home because if what they can see … (0 comments)

real estate: Open House Sunday 1- 4 5/6/07 - 33 Hawthorne Lane, East Windsor - 05/04/07 11:44 AM
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real estate: Flat Matt arrives in Connecticut - 05/04/07 11:42 AM
Well...  FLAT MATT arrived in Connecticut this afternoon.  He did set off the wonder radar within my office.  Instead of placing the envelope in my mail box our administrator was holding it and hand delivered it to my wife because it came for DAN and the woman made personal comments. You would expect a letter to … (30 comments)

real estate: Curb Appeal - 05/04/07 11:33 AM
Home Selling Advice to Help You Attract Potential Buyers
A large percentage of homebuyers decide whether or not to look inside a house or take it seriously based on its curb appeal-the view they see when they drive by or arrive for a showing. You can help make sure they want to … (2 comments)

real estate: Ennis Texas and Corsicana Texas Ellis County Real Estate - 05/04/07 11:32 AM
****Please call or email me for a free Realtor home evaluation for pricing your home in Corsicana, Ennis, Richland Chambers Lake, or Navarro County, Ellis County, Freestone County surrounding areas.****  Please click here www.stuartsmithhomes.com to visit my website.
I am working with a client that needs to move his family out of the Dallas,big … (1 comments)

real estate: Buyers Take advantage of an open house - 05/04/07 11:21 AM
Home buyers all too often leave an open house simply because they didn't like the house. But what they really should be doing is taking advantage of a prime opportunity to pick up useful information that might aid in their search for a new home. From learning about the area to … (0 comments)

real estate: Curtis Park Homes in Sacramento - 05/04/07 11:13 AM
Curtis Park originally was a neighborhood built  in the 1900's around an oval park that was considered suburban living. Curtis Park was outside of the City of Sacramento. Hard to imagine now, that this was a neighborhood designed to be the new American Dream of Suburbia. Curtis Park was named after William Curtis. … (2 comments)

real estate: Below Douglas County Appraisal—How to Find the Best Investment Properties - 05/04/07 10:59 AM
  I love stats on county appraisals. They help me identify which properties on the MLS are the best investment properties. As I work with investors, they are amazed at what I find.
For example, there are two properties I found that are $50,500 and $64, 400 below county appraisal! I have … (0 comments)

real estate: Below Douglas County Appraisal—How to Find the Best Investment Properties - 05/04/07 10:57 AM
I love stats on county appraisals. They help me identify which properties on the MLS are the best investment properties. As I work with investors, they are amazed at what I find.
For example, there are two properties I found that are $50,500 and $64, 400 below county appraisal! I have over … (0 comments)

real estate: 60 minutes with steve morris - 05/04/07 10:52 AM
Steve Morris, the founder of Exit Realty is coming to Wilmington Delaware in May.  For anyone who has not heard him should make an attempt to listen to our founder and a very dynamic speaker.  He gives future retirment as a very compelling reason to join the company as well as … (0 comments)

real estate: La Pine Oregon Expert - 05/04/07 09:49 AM
Hi Everyone,
I have a fellow realtor in the Central Oregon area with a website worth checking out! It's www.centraloregonbuzz.com.   I have never realized just how beautiful this area of the country is!  You will find a lot of great information at your fingertips!  You can search her MLS Listings , or her … (9 comments)

real estate: Alpharetta Ga, The Big Creek Greenway, Real Estate, Mls Listings, Homes for sale in Alpharetta Ga - 05/04/07 09:47 AM
The Big Creek Greenway in Alpharetta Ga, is a 12 ft wide concrete path that you can walk, bike, jog, or skate on. This path is a little over 6 miles.  There are several ways to access the path.
Alpharetta YMCA:   Haynes Bridge Road: North Point Mall: Kimball Bridge Road: The … (0 comments)

real estate: A Thriving, Hot Market - 05/04/07 09:08 AM
I am fortunate to be in one of the hottest real estate markets in the country - Raleigh/Durham, NC. With so many great places taking real estate and economic hits, our market has barely missed a beat. Forbes Magazine recently gave Raleigh, NC the top spot in the country as the … (1 comments)

real estate: OPEN DOOR POLICY - 05/04/07 09:01 AM
One of the best ways for sellers to allay potential buyer concerns is to show them that they will get what they are paying for.  Part of any smart home-selling strategy calls for sellers and their agents to anticipate the concerns of potential buyers, primary among which is the concern that they … (0 comments)

real estate: Prescott Arizona, Rare 5 bedroom home under $460,000 - 05/04/07 08:40 AM

 You read it right 5 bedroom home designed with the kids in mind. Huge backyard with really only one neighbor touching the property. Nice views. Only minutes from the parks and Willow and Watson lakes. The infamous Heritage Zoo is not far either. Do you like outdoor activities there is hiking … (1 comments)

real estate: 1709 Audubon Road, Chapel Hill NC 27514 - 05/04/07 08:39 AM
Email Jackie to schedule an appointment to see 1709 Audubon Road in Chapel Hill or Call (919)618-2184 … (1 comments)

real estate: $4,000 buyer incentive in Prescott Valley Arizona - 05/04/07 08:16 AM

4301 Calle Santa Cruz, Prescott Valley
This home is priced to sell and the sellers have offered a $4,000 buyer incentive to write a full price offer of $269,000. Multi zone HVAC, Good location, Clean home, Mature trees, Near Schools, shopping and entertainment. Updated kitchen with custom cabinets and a riverbed looking … (1 comments)

real estate: Senior Thoughts - 05/04/07 07:57 AM

Every once in a while one just needs to take it easy and examine ‘things of consequence’. Nothing too heavy, but worth the trip. So you think there’s nothing to do today? Amazing how many seniors get this into their heads and it becomes as permanent as any landfill. I had … (2 comments)

real estate: Staying on Top - 05/04/07 07:19 AM
The one thing that always stays the same in the real estate business is it's never dull or boring! Every transaction is different. I honestly learn something new everyday. You really have to stay on top of learning curve to make in this business. I don't think you can ever have … (17 comments)

real estate: Beautiful coastal location - Before & Staged! - 05/04/07 05:53 AM
Living Room Before: Oceanside retreat lacked ambience.
 
 Living Room Staged! 
 A place to call home.  This home now reflects the hues of the beautiful ocean view. 
 *** BEAUTIFUL Coastal location. This outstanding waterfront property has a  spectacular Boston skyline view. IN EXTREMELY ATTRACTIVE AREA, boast 3 large decks, Professionally renovated including NEW kitchen, NEW hardwood floors, LARGE BAY … (13 comments)

real estate: Palmdale Horse Property-$349,900 - 05/04/07 04:45 AM
                                                                                                                                                                             
Newly Remodeled home on 1.10 acres/ Horse Property in Palmdale/3 Bedrooms/2 Baths/1408 sq. ft/New Carpet/New Maple Kitchen Cabinets/New Appliances/New Lights & Fixtures/Indoor Laundry/New Tile in Bathrooms/Six Panel Doors/New Wood Flooring/Ceiling Fans/Central Heat & Air/Freshly Painted inside & Out/Office in Garage/Near Elementary School and High School-Hurry Will Not Last! Call Donna Oehler @  Keller … (2 comments)

real estate: Article Recommendation: Is Now the Time to Invest in Income Property? - 05/04/07 04:00 AM
 
I read a very good article with the above title.  New investors in Income Property might be interested in reading the article.  I enjoyed it.
Some quotes from the article:
 "Three key words are necessary to increase the probabilities in your favor: (1) knowledge, (2) time, and (3) focus. Those real estate investors who don't have … (0 comments)

real estate: Are You Tired? - 05/04/07 02:52 AM
ARE YOU TIRED?
        The population of the United States is 300 million, 110 million over the age of 65, which leaves 190 million to do the work.  People under 20 years of age total 135 million, which leaves 55 million to the work.
        There are 33 million who are employed by … (8 comments)

real estate: KUDOS to Middletown Police Dept for the Rude Awakening Program! - 05/03/07 11:56 PM
This is a very important program that the officers of Middletown Township police department have been working very hard with.  Too many kids are lost to drunk driving accidents because of bad decisions. 
For more information on this program, visit http://www.middletownnj.org/Police/ra-history.asp
Rude Awakening History
The Rude Awakening Program has existed in … (0 comments)

real estate: NORTHWEST INDIANA - LAKE COUNTY - APRIL 2007 SOLDS - 05/03/07 11:52 PM
CALL FOR A FREE MARKET ANALYSIS ON YOUR HOME!!!!!!!!!
 80% of my business is referral and repeat business from satisfied customers and clients, my years of proven performance will help produce the results you are looking for.  During my career as a real estate agent, I have closed transactions in many different … (0 comments)

real estate: Selling Your Home? - 05/03/07 11:24 PM
Is your house for sale?  If you live in Sacramento County, selling a house is a difficult proposition.  That's why it is essential that you invest the time to check out a Realtor before hiring them with the largest asset you own.
Unless you live in a tunnel, I'm sure that you … (7 comments)

real estate: Refurbishing & Staging Meets Atlanta - 05/03/07 11:16 PM
My company, Change The Stage was just written up in the Atlanta Intown Paper for it's Staging capabilities. 5.07 Intown Home Staging[1].pdf But I would also like Real Estate Agents, to know that my Refurbishing and Redesigning skills ... are available for any of their clients.   For further information, Please Contact.  Thank you.   … (1 comments)

real estate: When Should You Call A Stager? NOW! - 05/03/07 10:55 PM
 
                                           
We have been staging homes in Cincinnati since 2004.  We are often called in to help with a crisis situation where a home sits on the market for months with some hits on MLS and very few showings.  While this is difficult for any seller to deal with, it is not the … (1 comments)

real estate: Town of Marblehead, Massachusetts(Profile) MA - 05/03/07 10:22 PM
Welcome to the Town Of Marblehead Massachusetts located 15 miles north of Boston. This bedroom community on the New England seacoast has a rich history.
Incorporated in 1649, Marblehead is known for playing a major role in the American Revolution. General George Washington recruited the sailors of this town to join the … (3 comments)

real estate: Homes in Lancaster PA -- Lancaster County Real Estate -- Picking up the pieces of an Expired Listing - 05/03/07 09:32 PM
I spoke with a 'soon to be expired listing' homeowner today, who is just about done giving his Realtor second chances and done extending the listing contract.  He's ready to list with someone else who can get the job done.  Hopefully, I'll get the job - as he's interviewing with a few … (7 comments)

real estate: 10,000 Rain Gardens - 05/03/07 09:30 PM
Kansas City and 10,000 Rain Gardens
Here in Kansas City, the former mayor presented a campaign of 10,000 Rain Gardens to help with water run off.  Little by little, homes and communities are taking on this project and I think it is worth reporting on.  So, here's some of the information presented on … (6 comments)

real estate: Salt Lake City March 2007 Real Estate Market Update - 05/03/07 09:24 PM
This is a quick analysis of the Salt Lake City residential Real Estate market comparing March 2006 home and condo sales activity to March 2007. Please be cautious in making any buy or sell decisions based on a single months analysis. Quarterly and trend analysis are much more meaningful than isolating a … (0 comments)

real estate: FLORIDA FIRES-STATE OF EMERGENCY! - 05/03/07 09:02 PM

Governor Crist has declared a State of Emergency for all of Florida. 
We now have mandatory "burn bans" in some areas and the smoke is thick at my own house, which is about 30 miles from the closest burn site.
15 new fires broke out today! I spoke with a family member … (11 comments)

real estate: Balance...what's that! - 05/03/07 08:46 PM
Are you Keeping Balance in your a Life?
Do you work 60, 70 or 80 hours a week?  What about a vacation, are you planning time into your calendar to be with your family?  Do you make time each week to spend with those special people in your life?  Are you giving up … (7 comments)

real estate: Managing Time - chose to proactive or reactive - 05/03/07 08:24 PM
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real estate: Fairfax, CA Real Estate Market Conditions Update ~ April 2007 - 05/03/07 08:23 PM
As of May 3, 2007 32% of available listings are in escrow in Fairfax, CA, indicating a Neutral Market.
For the month of April 2007 6 homes sold in the town of Fairfax for an average final selling price of $869,350.
The average original list price of these homes was $914,833.
These homes took … (0 comments)

real estate: Larkspur, CA Real Estate Market Conditions Update ~ April 2007 - 05/03/07 08:10 PM
As of May 3, 2007 32% of available listings in Larkspur are in escrow which some sources would say indicates a Neutral Market.  However....For the month of April 2007 7 homes sold in the small and highly desirable town of Larkspur, for an average final selling price of $1,276,429.The average original … (0 comments)

 
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