Originally Posted at My Indy Waterfront Blog Finding the right REALTOR is often hard when everyone knows someone you should use. Finding one that is familiar with Geist, water frontage, dock ownership options, Cocktail Cove, etc is challenging. You want to consider things like experience, knowledge of the local Geist Real Estate market and availability as you make your decision. As well as Trust…you want someone you can trust with such a big decision. Here are some things to consider as you start the process of searching for a waterfront home for sale in Geist. The Metropolitan Board of REALTORS has 5,800 members. There were 75% of those agents that did less than 10 transactions last year. And of the remaining, only 250 agents wrote more than 30 transactions last year. That says that th... 01/21/2012

Originally Posted at My Indy Waterfront Blog Looking for some options for New Years Eve in Geist? If only we were in a warm climate and could use the Reservoir for boating in December! There are some great other options though: Living Proof will be a the Hilton Garden Inn; they are a 7 piece R & B band and were voted #1 Band in 2010 by the Indy Channel.com’s A List! It is $275 a couple and include one night stay in the hotel and an open bar! Looking for something a little more family oriented…Pinheads will have a Glow Bowl from 5-8 p.m. at $35/hour per lane for unlimited bowling. They will also have a a New Years Eve bowling party from 9:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. at $149.95 per lane up to 6 people. If you don’t mind a short commute to downtown, there is a Masquerade Ball at Union Station. L... 12/28/2011

Open House Sunday October 2nd from 12:00-2:00 p.m. 9012 Gary Place Indianapolis IN Nearly 3,000 sq ft with 1600 sq ft finished walk out basement Five Bedrooms and Four Full baths (including in-law suite) $350,000 An oasis of woods & privacy in one of the best neighborhoods in Lawrence, Sargent Creek.  Two story entry, hardwoods throughout main level.  Updated kitchen w/SS appliances, gas cook top & granite countertops.  Main level bdrm/office w/full bath;could be in-law suite. Mstr has walk in closet w/accessible attic storage; master bath has Jacuzzi, separate shower & new granite countertops.  All bdrms have w-i-closets & overhead lights.  Full finished walkout bsmnt. Screen porch overlooks wooded lot. Enjoy the Virtual Tour of 9012 Gary Place   Search homes with YOUR phone Search Ind... 09/28/2011

Originally posted at My IndyWaterfront Blog There are definitely signs of a real estate recovery happening in the Fishers, Carmel and Geist area.  The Fishers Real Estate market was up 40% over a year ago in July and the Carmel Real Estate market was up 14%. So let’s look at the Geist Real Estate market and specifically the number of homes sold in Geist that are on Reservoir. In the period January 1 - July 31st in 2010; there were 14 homes that sold (this excludes condos) that were on the Reservoir.  In 2011 for the same period there were again 14 homes that sold.  How is that a recovery you ask… The number of homes over $1MM that sold in 2010 was one…a single one.  In 2011 for the same period, there were five over $1MM.  That alone could be considered a recovery in Geist.  But add to ... 08/16/2011

Originally posted at My Indy Waterfront Blog As a REALTOR in Geist, I have my pulse on great vendors to use for repairs or improvements.  Here are my Top 5 Picks: Irrigation Systems will be top of mind as we head into a dryer season; I like Follmar Irrigation at 765-631-0638.  They do residential and commercial; if you want to see any of their work, check out Sunblest Apartments in Fishers. Staging/Landscaping/Redesign is Teresa Lorton with ReDesign24; she can be reached at 317-345-6384.  She is an absolute delight to work with and a great bargain shopper too! Need some carpentry work done; Ted Morrett is the best at what he does.  He did my master bath and it is amazing.  He can be reached at 317-3388-8890. Maybe something a little lighter; how about a house cleaning for you or someone... 07/08/2011

Originally posted at My Indy Waterfront Blog While many people who live in Geist buy their home for the water; there are many others who love to play golf!  So where are the homes on golf courses in Geist? The most obvious choice is The Hawthornes; with its 275 acres of woods and wetlands.  This is a private club and does offer private lessons.  I currently have a home for sale on the Hawthornes on the 16th hole; the home sits on 1.25 acres. Another popular course is Ironwood Golf Club.  This course has 27 challenging and scenic holes surrounded by some great Fishers Real Estate such as Gray Eagle, Lake Stonebrige and Windermere. A little deeper into the Geist area is Old Oakland Golf Club.  The 27 holes cover over 220 acres.  Neighborhoods near this golf course include Oakland Hills. T... 06/22/2011

Originally posted at My Indy Waterfront Blog If you are one of the lucky ones in the Geist Reservoir area to sell your home...hold on...you have a few more barriers to overcome before you are at the closing table.  They include your buyer's financing, appraisals and of course, the inspection.  For more on inspections...take a look at this video. If you would like to consult with a Geist Real Estate Agent about the value of your home, please contac me directly! Search homes with YOUR phone Search Indianapolis Waterfront Homes Read other Northside Blogs (Fishers, Carmel, Noblesville)        Cindy "in Indy" Marchant - Geist Real Estate AgentKeller Williams Realty Indy Metro NEGeist IN Real Estate Website317-290-7775 06/12/2011