dayton ohio realtor christina asad edwards: Oakwood Ohio Hot Spot
- 05/12/10 10:34 AM
Stop by an Oakwood, Ohio hot spot tonight, Carmel's Southwest Grill, for great mexican food and fun! Carmel's boasts being the home of the best patio in town! The grill has a HUGE menu filled with traditional American food and Mexican food. Wednesday nights are a fan favorite at Carmel's with Karaoke at 9 p.m. and drink specials, including $1.50 Budweisers and $2.50 Margaritas. Don't leave without trying the famous Bobarita, named after the owner! Carmel's also features an award winning margarita, available frozen or on the rocks, original, raspberry, or peach. Carmel's is located at 1025 Shroyer Road, Oakwood, Ohio across from … (0 comments)
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dayton ohio realtor christina asad edwards: Dayton Dinner Spot on Tuesday
- 05/10/10 05:47 PM
Head to Bar Louie, the Dayton area's #1 dinner spot on Tuesday nights for $1 quarter pound burger night. Bar Louie is located at The Greene in Beavercreek, Ohio near Wright Patterson Air Force Base. Happy Hour is Monday - Friday from 4 - 7 pm, with half price appetizers and drink specials! The chicken nachos are yummy and highly recommended!
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dayton ohio realtor christina asad edwards: Ohio April Market Report
- 05/09/10 01:52 PM
More homes are selling - 719 homes in April 2010 alone! The April Market Report in Ohio for single family, residential homes in Montgomery, Greene, and Warren counties in and around Wright Patterson Air Force Base shows HUGE changes. In April 2010 versus April 2009, the average sale price/listing price rose to 96%. The Real Living Realty average is higher, netting more money for the sellers represented (98%). The average days on market in April 2010 was 89, which is 37 days sooner than the average days on market in April 2009.
APRIL 2010
Homes Sold - 719 Average Bedrooms - 3 Average Square Footage - 1,733 Average Listing Price - $131,158 Average Selling Price … (0 comments)
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dayton ohio realtor christina asad edwards: Rent versus Buy?
- 04/27/10 02:33 AM
Rent versus buy? It can be a tough question! With interest rates at forty year lows, the decision to rent versus buy a home can be difficult. In many cases, the amount of money a renter spends on rent can be about the same as or less than the amount a homeowner spends on a mortgage. With the tax benefit for homeowners, the savings can be significant. Here are some additional advantages of buying versus renting:
ADVANTAGES OF BUYING
Property builds equity Appreciation in value (for a monthly market report on Ohio visit http://www.realliving.com/christina.asadedwards/OhioMarketReport.asp ) Not dependent on landlord for maintenance Able … (2 comments)
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dayton ohio realtor christina asad edwards: 3 Reasons Why Those Who Don't Buy Now Might Regret it Later
- 04/25/10 05:21 AM
RISMEDIA, March 24, 2010 - Buying a home is one of the biggest decisions an individual can make. So it's understandable that one considering a home purchase may take their time to avoid rushing into such a large financial commitment. However, several factors might leave prospective home buyers who don't purchase a property now wishing they had taken action sooner.
"Current market conditions have created a perfect storm of sorts that has made it an ideal time to purchase for first-time and trade-up buyers alike," said James M. Weichert, president and founder of Weichert, Realtors. "Those who have the means and … (1 comments)
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dayton ohio realtor christina asad edwards: Bellbrook Ohio Sugar Maple Festival
- 04/17/10 02:26 AM
Bellbrook Ohio Sugar Maple Festival
Join the 32nd annual Sugar Maple Festival in downtown Bellbrook near Sugarcreek Township, Ohio today and tomorrow (April 17th and 18th). Mardis Gras is the theme for the 2010 Bellbrook Sugar Maple Festival. Saturday there will be the 11:30 a.m. parade down Franklin Street. Craft and food vendors will be open from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday. Sunday features children's activities from noon to 5 p.m. Craft and food vendors will be open from noon to 6 p.m. serving Cajun food, battered fish fillets, battered deep fried oreos, and an assortment of other foods. There will … (0 comments)
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dayton ohio realtor christina asad edwards: Taste of Greene County Ohio
- 04/17/10 01:39 AM
Taste of Greene County Ohio
Don't feel like cooking at home tomorrow? Then head to the Nutter Center to sample food from several Beavercreek, Ohio area restaurants at the 13th Annual Taste of Greene County Ohio! The Taste of Greene County takes place tomorrow, Sunday, April 18th at the Nutter Center in Beavercreek, Ohio at 3640 Colonel Glenn Hwy near Wright Patterson Air Force Base from noon - 4:00 p.m. Tickets cost $22 for adults and $6 for children. Taste food from many area restaurants, including: Abuelos, Beavercreek Golf Club, bd's Mongolian Grill, Beef O'Brady's, Brio Tuscan Grille, City BBQ, Don Pablo's, Edible Arrangements, … (0 comments)
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dayton ohio realtor christina asad edwards: Go Green with an Eco Friendly Home Office
- 03/20/10 10:32 AM
Go Green with an Eco Friendly Home Office courtesy of the Eco-Office Gals! The eco-office gals are some smart chicks combining the two biggest trends in the business world today - saving Mother Earth and advancing technology via virtual assistants and online resources. Save paper, time, and your sanity with the help of the eco-office gals! Eco-Gals Jen and Christina (great name, but I'm biased) even offer website development. Check out the Eco-Office Gals and their earth friendly home office services today at http://eco-officegals.com .
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dayton ohio realtor christina asad edwards: Spring forward! Daylight savings time officially struck!
- 03/14/10 12:31 AM
Spring forward! Daylight savings time officially struck at 2:00 AM this morning and all clocks should have been set forward by an hour before going to bed. Ironically enough, some clocks, for example those on computers will automatically jump ahead an hour, so there is no need to change the time.With daylight savings time, as you might guess, comes an extra hour of daylight, meaning that it will be getting brighter earlier in the morning, and darker later at night.This is a good time of year to change the batteries in your smoke detector to make sure that they are in … (3 comments)
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dayton ohio realtor christina asad edwards: Ohio February Market Report
- 03/11/10 07:58 AM
Ohio February Market Report
It is a great time to relocate to the Dayton, Ohio area or invest in property in the Dayton, Ohio area based on the monthly market report. The February Market Report in Ohio for single family, residential homes in Montgomery, Greene, and Warren counties shows MAJOR changes. In February 2010 versus February 2009, homes are selling MUCH quicker now (lower days on market). The average sales price in Southwest Ohio rose again in February 2010, and has been rising this month versus last consistently since May 2009 which is a total of 9 months solid! In February 2008, 2009, and 2010 the highest priced … (0 comments)
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dayton ohio realtor christina asad edwards: West Carrollton Offers Grants to Buyers
- 03/05/10 11:23 PM
WEST CARROLLTON, Ohio (WDTN) - The city of West Carrollton has just sweetened the pot for home buyers hoping to take advantage of federal incentives and buy a home this spring.
The West Carrollton city council approved a ‘Welcome Home' Buyer Incentive Program. The new program will allow new residents who purchase properties in the Olde Downtown neighborhood after March 1, 2010, to apply for up to a $2,500 grant.
Many of the available homes, including the eco-friendly Litehouse and new and remodeled CountyCorp homes in the Olde Downtown area, will be on display during a March 7 open house tour. … (0 comments)
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dayton ohio realtor christina asad edwards: 6 Ways to Save Money When Home Buying
- 02/12/10 03:13 AM
6 Ways to Save Money When Home Buying:
Pay a 10% down payment versus the minimum amount required (usually 3.5%). Look at several homes before buying, and ask the Realtor to provide a market analysis which shows what the home value should be to prevent paying too much money. Ask the seller to pay the closing costs. Get a home inspection from a qualified home inspector before buying the home and ask for cash at closing to repair home defects. Shop around for a low loan percentage rate. Invest in title insurance. … (1 comments)
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dayton ohio realtor christina asad edwards: Ohio January Market Report
- 02/12/10 02:38 AM
The January Market Report in Ohio for single family, residential homes in Montgomery, Greene, and Warren counties near Wright Patterson Air Force Base shows major changes. In January 2010 versus January 2009, homes now sell quicker. The average selling price in January 2009 was $104,452, which is much lower than the average selling price in January 2010. The average selling price has increased for 7 consecutive months, showing the Southwest Ohio market is past rock bottom. More homes sold in January 2010 versus January 2009, a trend which should continue especially with the tax credit extension and expansion now including existing homeowners which ends in April 2010.
JANUARY 2010
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dayton ohio realtor christina asad edwards: Named One of the Top Eco Blogging Realtors in the Nation!
- 01/29/10 09:15 PM
I was honored to learn recently that I was " Named One of the Top Eco Blogging Realtors in the Nation! " by Agent Genius Magazine. So exciting! According to the magazine, "this year we profile six eco Realtors to watch from across the nation, all so devoted to the environment (and by proxy climate change), they have studied green living, educate others about net zero energy construction and aim to make this world a cleaner place, one home at a time."
"...(we've named) six Realtors from across America that have green real estate practices. They come from varied backgrounds and … (7 comments)
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dayton ohio realtor christina asad edwards: Honey stop the car! This is THE home!
- 01/26/10 10:46 PM
"Honey stop the car! This is THE home!" is a phrase frequently uttered by people house hunting. The reason? Curb appeal is important in home investing and staging. What are some easy tips to boost curb appeal? Read on!
Add landscape lighting. Replace front door hardware, the mailbox, and house numbers. Paint your front door, garage, and shutters. Add a light fixture for your doorstep. Use a seasonal wreath. Plant flowers. Spread some mulch. Fertilize your lawn. … (4 comments)
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dayton ohio realtor christina asad edwards: Great News for First Time Home Buyers
- 01/22/10 06:03 AM
There is tons of great news these days for First Time Home Buyers! First Time Buyers are currently receiving more incentives than ever before! To sum it up quickly, this is why now is the best time to buy:
First Time Buyer Tax Credit - $8,000 Tax Benefits LOW Home prices Many steady payment loan programs available LOW interest rates Don't wait - homes must be under contract by the end of April in order to qualify for the $8,000 tax credit!
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dayton ohio realtor christina asad edwards: Who's on First? - Real Living First Service Realty
- 01/22/10 05:52 AM
VERY exciting news!
Who's on First?
Real Living First Service Realty is the first of the GMAC Franchises to convert to Real Living! Don't worry! Luckily for you I don't remember much more of the classic Abbot and Costello routine "Who's on First." Real Living First Service Realty is the first of the GMAC Franchises to convert to Real Living. In November 2009, Real Living merged with GMAC Real Estate and at that time it was announced that Real Living would be the brand replacing GMAC Real Estate for participating franchisees.Who's the first GMAC brokerage to announce they are … (2 comments)
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dayton ohio realtor christina asad edwards: Merge Creates One of the Largest Real Estate Franchises in Northern America
- 01/22/10 05:49 AM
The Real Living brand IS the future of real estate, and I'm excited to be a part of our growth as the Recruitment/Development Manager in Southwest Ohio! -Christina
Barely a year ago the real estate industry was stunned when Canadian-based Brookfield Residential Property Services (Brookfield RPS), a division of Brookfield Asset Management Inc. (Brookfield), and owner of Royal LePage, the largest Canadian residential real estate company, acquired GMAC Real Estate. With the departure of CEO John Bearden and a pending name change imminent, many labeled the GMAC franchise as yesterday’s news.
What a difference a year has made.
Announcing … (0 comments)
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dayton ohio realtor christina asad edwards: Affordable Remodeling to Boost Home Value
- 01/06/10 05:03 PM
Affordable Remodeling to Boost Home Value
According to Remodeling Magazine, here are the 2009 top home remodeling items that bring the biggest return on investment:
Add rollout organizing trays to kitchen cabinets. Retile or add tile to the kitchen and bathroom. Add a breakfast bar. Install a granite tile kitchen countertop versus a slab. Replace the bathroom medicine cabinet, vanity, and install a glass shower door. Paint basement walls and floor, even if it is just concrete. Add a bedroom. Reface dated kitchen cabinets and replace hardware. Replace light fixtures in the foyer, bathroom, and kitchen. Replace the garage door opener with … (7 comments)
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dayton ohio realtor christina asad edwards: Home Winterizing Tips
- 01/06/10 04:29 PM
Home Winterizing Tips
Check out these home winterizing tips and apply the tips today!
Change the furnace filter. Clean furnace ducts. Use weatherstripping around doors. Caulk windows. Cover basement window wells with plastic shields. Remove window screens and install storm windows. Drain gas from lawnmowers. Service or tune-up snow blowers. Drain all garden hoses. … (1 comments)
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Stop by an Oakwood, Ohio hot spot tonight, Carmel's Southwest Grill, for great mexican food and fun! Carmel's boasts being the home of the best patio in town! The grill has a HUGE menu filled with traditional American food and Mexican food. Wednesday nights are a fan favorite at Carmel's with Karaoke at 9 p.m. and drink specials, including $1.50 Budweisers and $2.50 Margaritas. Don't leave without trying the famous Bobarita, named after the owner! Carmel's also features an award winning margarita, available frozen or on the rocks, original, raspberry, or peach. Carmel's is located at 1025 Shroyer Road, Oakwood, Ohio across from … (0 comments)
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