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By Theresa Hus, The Official Real Estate Agent Directory
(RealEstateAgent.com)
Have you ever seen an exposition of firearms before or have you ever experienced the loud crowds that were cheering at a concert? Do you enjoy the outdoors and spending time in nature doing some of your favorite activities? Are you a chocolate lover, do you like parades, fireworks and trying new food at a festival? Is history, culture, and art your thing and you want to get deeper into these things? Fairfax city located in Northern Virginia is the perfect place where you can experience all these things and many more. If your travel plans take you through the city of Fairfax, take your time, stop by and venture into what this city has to offer for tourists and locals alike. Here are some things you can do in Fairfax City, Virginia that will blow your mind and will make you fall in love w...
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By Jeff&Grace Safrin, SpousesSellingHousesTM
(F.C.Tucker 1st Team Real Estate)
Coming Soon = Showings start Friday 3/15/2024. Shorewood Forest Beauty!138 Brockton Place, Valparaiso, IN 46385 Follow this link to see 90 more photos and much more information on this property:https://www.flexmls.com/link.html?1tq89meilv1n,17,1This link is valid until 4/13/2024.We've blogged about Shorewood Forest, a recreational community in Northwest Indiana's Porter County, (Valparaiso, IN 46385) many times before.Sometimes considered a bedroom community to those who work in Chicago-land, Shorewood Forest is 45 miles from downtown Chicago, 8 miles to Interstate 65 for ease of commute and there is available South Shore Train stop 15 minutes away, not to mention the Chicago Dash bus service stop in downtown Valparaiso.Many who live here, work in the bordering State of Illinois.This pr...
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By Joe Jackson, Clintonville and Central Ohio Real Estate Expert
(Keller Williams Capital Partners Realty)
Interesting concept! House-hacking can be a smart strategy for investing in multi-unit rentals. This blog likely explores how homeowners can offset their mortgage by renting out part of their property. Excited to learn more about this innovative approach to real estate investing!Have a super fantastic week!Joe Jackson, Realtor-KWCP   House-hacking refers to buying a multifamily property on an owner-occupied mortgage, living in one unit and renting the others.  If you're thinking about becoming a rental mogul, starting early is an advantage.  Not only will you have longer to accumulate a larger portfolio, but you can also increase the leverage on the first owner-occupied acquisitions.  Leverage is the use of other people's money to finance an investment.  The higher the loan-to-value, th...
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By Tim Tanz, St Louis Real Estate
(Platinum Realty)
5 bedrooms; 3 baths; 2 car garage; approx 3,125 square feet.MLS: 24011148For more info and pics, please visit the following link:274 Glen Hollow, Chesterfield MO 63017Offered for sale by Platinum Realty of St Louis (Paul Doelling, Listing Agent).I have been representing home buyers and home sellers in the St Louis Metropolitan Area since 1997 - 26 years!  I am an Accredited Buyer's Representative (ABR), and GRI (Graduate, Realtor Institute). Affiliations: Member St Louis Association of Realtors (SLAR), Member Missouri Association of Realtors (MAR), Member National Association of Realtors (NAR), Member Real Estate Buyer's Agent Council (REBAC).St Louis Real Estate, St Louis Real Estate Agent, St Louis Realtor, St Louis Realty, St. Louis City and St. Louis County Residential Real Estate, ...
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By Susan Isaacs | DC Real Estate Consultant, Partnering with: DOMOofCompass
(Compass | 1313 14th St NW DC 20005)
  FinCEN Proposes New Rule For Real Estate Transactions Certain entities and trusts are affected for non-financed transactions LLCs, Trusts and other specific entities engaging in cash or other non-financed transactions are the targets of the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network's new Notice of Proposed Rulemaking titled Anti-Money Laundering Regulations for Residential Real Estate Transfers. This proposed rule places reporting and record-keeping requirements on title companies, attorneys and others involved in real estate closings and settlements for non-financed residential real estate transactions. FinCEN’s proposal targets residential real estate transfers it considers to be high-risk for money laundering. It would not require reporting of transfers made to individuals. Read more t...
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By Leanne Smith, The Grit and Gratitude Agent
(Dirt Road Real Estate)
Yesterday when walking a 40 acre parcel with a buyer, we exchanged numerous laughs as we looked for the ribbon markers at the property corners.  Unfortunately, we only found one, but it was sooo tiny we would have missed it. We both laughed together wondering if the listing agent could have made the ribbon any smaller. Being able to laugh with a client and have that laughter acceptable is very gratifying.The word sweet has synonyms which include pleasant, pleasing, agreeable, delightful satisfying, gratifying, acceptable, entertaining, and inviting.Thinking of past experiences many of these words have always been present.My goal as a professional real estate agent is to be sweet. This weekend I am driving 105 miles to the next county to the south to meet with a seller who is elderly. Th...
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By Jeff Masich-Scottsdale AZ Associate Broker,MBA,GRI, Arizona Homes and Land Group/ Buy or Sell
(HomeSmart Real Estate)
Do you really need a Phoenix metro home with a MAN CAVE! Sure you do!Lets review the reasons. Your Place Your Space. (Photo: Jeff Masich)March Madness is around the corner. Every man needs a home that will give you space for a REALLY BIG SCREEN TV! Well go out and have some fun in your very own MAN CAVE or SHE SHED and watch the do or die basketball games in the "Big Dance" or play some pool, create something, build something, meditate, exercise or watch the TV "travel channel" on your huge TV! Read on for the latest Homes For Sale in the Phoenix Arizona metro on the MLS with a MONSTER GARAGE, 8+ Cars, RV Garage, or a MAN CAVE/SHE SHED. You have come to the right place! (Man Cave Photo by Mode 21, Pixabay)Here are the latest Homes with Man Cave For Sale in the Phoenix Metro and ALWAYS U...
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By Joan Cox, Denver Real Estate - Selling One Home at a Time
(House to Home, Inc. - Denver Real Estate - 720-231-6373)
Denver is slated to get quite a snowstorm Thursday into Friday.    Some areas are expected to get as much as TWO FEET of snow before it is over.   Denver hasn't seen this much snow in several years.How do you prepare for this snowstorm?   Need to get to the grocery store?    I bet you won't be the only one there!    It is nice not to have anything on my calendar for tomorrow, and could be a nice day for a pot of chicken soup, a sappy movie with the fireplace going and kitties on my lap!These are the days I am very thankful to have the HOA responsible for snow shoveling!   It is supposed to be heavy and wet!
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By Tim Tanz, St Louis Real Estate
(Platinum Realty)
4 bedrooms; 3.5 baths; 3 car carport; approx 3,308 square feet.MLS: 24003283For more info and pics, please visit the following link:105 Stone Arch St, St Charles, MO 63301-4919Offered for sale by Platinum Realty of St Louis (Nubia Quintero, Listing Agent).I have been representing home buyers and home sellers in the St Louis Metropolitan Area since 1997 - 26 years!  I am an Accredited Buyer's Representative (ABR), and GRI (Graduate, Realtor Institute). Affiliations: Member St Louis Association of Realtors (SLAR), Member Missouri Association of Realtors (MAR), Member National Association of Realtors (NAR), Member Real Estate Buyer's Agent Council (REBAC).St Louis Real Estate, St Louis Real Estate Agent, St Louis Realtor, St Louis Realty, St. Louis City and St. Louis County Residential Rea...
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By Joe Jackson, Clintonville and Central Ohio Real Estate Expert
(Keller Williams Capital Partners Realty)
Informative guide! Real estate appraisals are a crucial part of the buying and selling process. This blog offers valuable insights into what to expect during an appraisal and how it can impact a real estate transaction. Thanks for shedding light on this important aspect of real estate!Have a super fantastic week!Joe Jackson, Realtor-KWCP Whether you are buying, selling, or refinancing a home and a mortgage is involved, a home appraisal is going to be an important aspect of the process. Therefore, it’s crucial that you understand how the appraisal process works and how an appraiser determines a home’s value. A home appraisal is an unbiased, professional opinion of a home’s value. Conducted by a licensed home appraiser with the knowledge and experience to determine the fair current value ...
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By Sandra Nickel, The Hat Team
(Sandra Nickel REALTORS)
Whether you are buying, selling, or refinancing a home and a mortgage is involved, a home appraisal is going to be an important aspect of the process. Therefore, it’s crucial that you understand how the appraisal process works and how an appraiser determines a home’s value.A home appraisal is an unbiased, professional opinion of a home’s value. Conducted by a licensed home appraiser with the knowledge and experience to determine the fair current value of the home, it takes place in almost every home purchase/sale transaction and is commonly used in refinance situations as well. Within a purchase/sale transaction, it is used to establish if the home’s contract price is appropriate, based on the home’s location, condition, and features. For a refinance, the appraisal makes sure that the l...
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By Will Hamm, "Where There's a Will, There's a Way!"
(Hamm Homes)
Aurora, CO 80015Wed Mar 13 2024This week the median list price for Aurora, CO 80015 is $592,500 single family homes.  This week the median list price for Aurora, CO 80015 is $449,950 for condos. Median List Price $592,500 Median Price of New Listings $595,000 Per Square Foot $234 Average Days on Market 141 Median Days on Market 60 Price Decreased 21% Price Increased 7% Relisted 12% Inventory 42 Median Rent $2,795 Call me to check some of these out.  I also work with 3 great lenders.
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By Jeff Masich-Scottsdale AZ Associate Broker,MBA,GRI, Arizona Homes and Land Group/ Buy or Sell
(HomeSmart Real Estate)
TRUST! A short but powerful word. Well, you can LEAN ON ME when you are ready to take to buy your OWN HOME! Sometimes it can seem a bit daunting. I know! Mortgage Rates have declined a bit recently on national basis to 6.7% range for good credit. Home prices are flat in Phoenix from last year, creating a window of opportunity. The homes are out there, let me help you find the right one at the right place. You need a Phoenix metro REALTOR® you can LEAN ON. (Leab Image by Dimadim Art, Pixabay)Sometimes in life we all need someone to lean on, don't we?We need help due to skill, knowledge, age, health, proximity or a number of other factors.Do you need to LEAN ON someone for the largest financial transaction of your life involving REAL ESTATE? Do you need good advice from a DEPENDABLE REALT...
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By Patty Clark, Helping Families Move with Care
(Morningside Homes, LLC 720-231-5200)
  House-hacking refers to buying a multifamily property on an owner-occupied mortgage, living in one unit and renting the others.  If you're thinking about becoming a rental mogul, starting early is an advantage.  Not only will you have longer to accumulate a larger portfolio, but you can also increase the leverage on the first owner-occupied acquisitions.  Leverage is the use of other people's money to finance an investment.  The higher the loan-to-value, the greater the leverage which can increase the yield.  The lower down payment gives the investor more leverage which can increase the return on their investment.  FHA, VA, Fannie Mae, and Freddie Mac each have programs for buying owner-occupied two-to four-unit properties with the same minimal down payment required for a single-famil...
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By Lisa Brown-McDonald CT Real Estate Agent, Fairfield & Litchfield County REALTOR®
(The Brokerage of New England)
Out-of-State Seller Success Story12 Sweetcake Mountain Rd New Fairfield, CT 06812Delighted to announce the recent sale of 12 Sweetcake Mountain Rd in New Fairfield, Connecticut.  I extend my gratitude to the executor, particularly for entrusting us with this out-of-state transaction as we jumped in there and made it as smooth as possible by coordinating everything with attorneys, repair specialist, assets liquidators and everything in between. Somewhat of a challenge, but super rewarding to see it to the finish line. In such situations, it's crucial to understand the process and it's timeline, as well as responsibilities and any potential hidden costs involved. Obtaining all necessary documents and consulting with professionals can greatly facilitate the process and ensure a smooth tran...
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By Lisa Brown-McDonald CT Real Estate Agent, Fairfield & Litchfield County REALTOR®
(The Brokerage of New England)
Probate Real Estate Success Story1 Peck Rd Danbury CT 06810Very humbled to be able to help a past client sell their family home during an emotional time. Navigating the complexities of probate with compassion and clear communication, we successfully sold this probate property at 1 Peck Rd Danbury CT. Another family supported and another chapter closed. In such situations, it's crucial to understand the process and it's timeline, as well as responsibilities and any potential hidden costs involved. Obtaining all necessary documents and consulting with professionals can greatly facilitate the process and ensure a smooth transaction.To address some common questions that arise: Can a home be sold while in probate? Yes, but requires adherence to specific legal procedures. Do I have to make re...
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By Tim Tanz, St Louis Real Estate
(Platinum Realty)
2 bedrooms; 1 bath; 1 car carport; approx 1,137 square feet.MLS: 24014016For more info and pics, please visit the following link:1443 Laclede Station Rd, Richmond Heights MO 63117.Offered for sale by Platinum Realty of St Louis (Rob Niemira, Listing Agent).I have been representing home buyers and home sellers in the St Louis Metropolitan Area since 1997 - 26 years!  I am an Accredited Buyer's Representative (ABR), and GRI (Graduate, Realtor Institute). Affiliations: Member St Louis Association of Realtors (SLAR), Member Missouri Association of Realtors (MAR), Member National Association of Realtors (NAR), Member Real Estate Buyer's Agent Council (REBAC).St Louis Real Estate, St Louis Real Estate Agent, St Louis Realtor, St Louis Realty, St. Louis City and St. Louis County Residential Re...
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By Will Hamm, "Where There's a Will, There's a Way!"
(Hamm Homes)
Wheat Ridge, COTue Mar 12 2024This week the median list price for Wheat Ridge, CO is $715,000.  Only 17 homes on the market. Median List Price $715,000 Median Price of New Listings $630,000 Per Square Foot $391 Average Days on Market 52 Median Days on Market 21 Price Decreased 24% Price Increased 18% Relisted 0% Inventory 17 Median Rent $3,000
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By Dick Betts, REALTOR® The Villages, Florida
(TOUCHSTONE REAL ESTATE)
One of the guest who is staying at one of our investors homes here in The Villages, Florida called concerned about these little creatures that kinda look like very small alligators, they are all over the place, welcome to Florida!  This was their first experience with Geckos and we informed them they are harmless and good to have around as they eat mosquitos, spiders and ants and here in Florida anything that eats bugs is a good thing!  Wish I could raise them and multiply!I decided to Google Florida Geckos and it is complicated, some sites say we have 10 types of Geckos, others 12, 15, 17 and the most 18 types, some articles say they aren’t even Geckos, doesn’t matter all of them are harmless.  Concerned about infestation? Don’t be they live outside in shady areas you might see one in ...
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By Jeff Masich-Scottsdale AZ Associate Broker,MBA,GRI, Arizona Homes and Land Group/ Buy or Sell
(HomeSmart Real Estate)
A NICE PLACE FOR GRANDMA? (Photo: Casita in Multi Gen Home by Jeff Masich)Assessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) are smaller independent residential units located on the same lot as a stand alone single family home. Here are the latest, Assessory Dwelling Unit, Casita, NextGen Homes For Sale with GUEST HOUSE Phoenix metro of Arizona on the MLS UPDATED DAILY. As your Buyer's Realtor, I track homes for sale which include an ADU, guest house, casita or are a larger multi generation home that could be great for you! Read on for more. ALWAYS UP TO DATE Homes For Sale with Guest House or Casita in Phoenix Arizona MetroUPDATED DAILY Homes For Sale with GUEST HOUSE Phoenix metro on a FULL PAGE view and also create your own filtered FREE MLS SEARCH PORTAL in Arizona. As your Buyer's Realtor I can show ...
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