Broad Ripple Village Real Estate Market Report Following is the market report for the area known as Broad Ripple Village as of Februrary 9th 2011. Excellent News!  January 2011 went out with a bang (in a positive way)!  The number of closed sales increased 350% over December and 233% over sales from January 2010.  While Indianapolis Real Estate did not suffer the same drastic losses in property values, our market did essentially come to a grinding halt during this recession.  Let's hope this is an indicator that the market is recovering. Current Active Listings 54 Min Price: $92,000 Max Price: $399.900 14 Condo, 40 Single Family Pending Listings 7 Min Price: $104,900 Max Price: $180,000 0 Condo, 7 Single Family Sold in the month of January 7 Min Price: $95,000 Max Price: $252,500 2 Con... 02/09/2011

MY ARM!!!!! I made it through the whole week after our lovely ice storm without a single fall.  It was treacherous, but I did OK.  Saturday, they predicted we would only have an 1" of snow.  Well, it ended up snowing over 6"!  So now, not only do we have 2.5 inches worth of ice packed on the ground, we've got all this "lovely" fluffy white stuff on top of it.   I was pulling out of the garage and wondering why I wasn't going anywhere so I decided to get out and see what the problem was.... KERPLUNK!!!! Right on the ground!  It happened so fast I didn't know what hit me...My arm was killing me for an hour or so, but it seemed to be alright.  The next day I had a small bruise in one spot...Yesterday I happened to look and WOW, it was an explosion of color and size! Oh well...I'm lucky co... 02/09/2011

Mayor Ballard has announced the next phase of projects this week, projects that total $32 million dollars. The mayor stated the city's committment to continue  improving neighborhoods, roads, sidewalks and demolish abandoned homes that create hazards and eyesores. The investment includes almost $4 million for repairing ADA ramps, sidewalks and curbs. Other projects including on the list for this next round of improvements also include: Meridian Street bridge over Fall Creek (Center Township) 56th Street bridge over Eagle Creek (Pike) Keystone Avenue from Hanna to Raymond (Center and Perry) Thompson Road from Bluff to Meridian (Perry) Mitthoefer Road from Maze to McGregor (Franklin) High School Road from Crawfordsville to 34th (Wayne) County Line Road West from Raceway to Paddock (Decatu... 02/09/2011

Indianapolis real estate information can be found everywhere on the interent.  However, there is only one place you can find information that is actually updated daily and can give you up to the minute information about the area you are looking in.If you are considering a house for sale in Indianapolis Indiana for example, and you want to get an idea of how it compares to the Indianapolis real estate market overall, you may want to check out our statistics page specifically designed for Indianapolis, Indiana.  The statistics page gives detailed information about all of the active homes in the Indianapolis market. Our stats pages can be found in the left column of links on our home page and just about any other page on the site under the button "Market Statistics". After clicking on the ... 02/08/2011

Do you burn bridges or do you build bridges? My inspiration for this post came from an invitation from a realtor to ‘friend’ him on facebook.  He owns a real estate franchise here in the Indianapolis area.  I had one of my very first transactions with this man.  He was so nasty to this then newbie, that I went to my manager to ask why.  It was eleven years ago, but I remember my manager told me that many of the‘older’agents usedintimidation especially when they knew they were dealing with a new agent.  Really??? Bridge burnt.  Little did this loser know that I would one day do more business than he does.  Be his friend?  Join his office?  Sell his listings?  The bridge is gone.  Can’t go there!  Am I still holding a grudge?  Sounds like it, but I prefer to think that I choose to surroun... 02/05/2011

Originally posted in MyIndyWaterfrontBlog on January 31, 2011 As you drive along Fall Creek in the Geist area, you will often see runners and walkers on the pathways around the marina.  The residents in Geist like to stay fit!  So with that in mind, here are some upcoming races in the Indianapolis area during the month of February. The 39th annual Groundhog Race 7 is 7 miles on February 6th and begins at the Zionsville High School.  It is tauted as the excuse to get out and train before you sit for hours watching the Super Bowl. (With all the ice, it will be interesting to see if this one happens!) The 500 Festival Training series is a 5K on February 12th at the NCAA Hall of Champions. One of my favorites is the Polar Bear 5 Mile and 3 Mile on February 19th and begins at 8:30 at the Ind... 02/04/2011

4237 Bay Leaf Circle, Indianapolis - offered for sale by The Hoagland Group Overview Maps Photos Description Neighborhood $149,900 Single Family Home Main Features 3 Bedrooms2 BathroomsInterior: 1754 sqftLot: 0.25 acre(s) Location 4237 Bay Leaf CircleIndianapolis, IN 46237USA To get updates on open home dates and other property events, please click the "Like" button below: Tonda & Steve Hoagland Keller Williams(317) 340-4575tonda@perfectplaceforyou.comhttp://www.PerfectPlaceForYou.com Listed by: The Hoagland Group at Keller Williams Indy Metro South Our recent listings 4237 Bay Leaf Circle, Indianapolis - offered for sale by The Hoagland Group7822 Yarmouth Way, Indianapolis 46239 - offered for sale by The Hoagland Group6642 Trail Ridge Way, Indianapolis 46259 -- Offered for sale by The... 02/03/2011

This video showcases the beautiful Feather Cove subdivision, which is located in NE Indianapolis at Geist reserviour.    Feather Cove at Geist video http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CiNS0joYahA  Waterfront and off-water homes for sale, prices in this neighborhood range from $199,000 to well over $1,000,000  www.HomesAroundGeist.com http://www.facebook.com/pages/Homes-around-Geist/182749911737580?v=wall 02/03/2011

Alan May in Chicago has got nothing on Indianapolis; I'd gladly take 20 inches of snow over the 2-3 inches of ice we have in Indy. During the storm, you are glued to the television and facebook to see what's coming, how bad it is, what people are doing to prepare...you're a bit caught up in it. Then it happens and the news returns to local events (the shootings, robberies, etc) and most of facebook is back to daily events.  But for those of us in Indy...we are literally stuck in time. The picture you see is my driveway; the little 3 x 3 square of shoveling took two of us an hour; it would take days to get the entire drive way done.  I use the term shovel lightly; it was really us chipping away with various garden type tools. So finally hubby decided he will go to get sand; after another... 02/03/2011

  Round One of Indianapolis Ice Storm 2011 is over, and Round Two is just getting under way.  It's slick, and cold, and miserable out there! But nature, as always, has a way of finding beauty in just about everything! Here's hoping we weather Round Two as well as we did  Round One!   Searching for an Indianapolis home? I can help! Contact your Indianapolis real estate agent today! Indianapolis homes for sale Indianapolis information         02/01/2011

Originally posted at My Fishers Real Estate Blog  I went to the Home Show at the Fairgrounds this weekend and it is one of the best ones I have been to in recent years. There are more vendors and interactive booths and of course the home that is built inside the fairgrounds.  This year, there is an inground pool by Thursday Pools within the landscaping of the home...in fact, I was more impressed with the landscaping than the home this year.  I only saw a few people open the door to the pretend basement...they can only do so much inside the fair grounds! The floor plan that Fischer Homes has built is very functional home for today's living.  It is the Keller model and has angled walls, three staircases and open living spaces. There were some really nice touches and finishes; the home dec... 02/01/2011

  What do movie classics The Birds, Casablanca, Marley and Me and Breakfast at Tiffany’s have in common? They’re all decorating themes for the 2011 Indianapolis Home Show Centerpiece Home! Constructed by Midwest builder Fischer Homes, the 3400+ square foot Keller model Centerpiece Home is as fun as it is impressive. Each room is designed around a movie theme – some obvious and some not so obvious. Trying to guess the movies as we toured the home was fun, as was imagining living in such luxury – although the three-way staircase had me wondering how you’d ever keep track of anyone (as in your children)! Here’s what else I wonder: How do they disassemble the structure once the home show is over? Other highlights of the 2011 Indianapolis Home Show include the beautiful landscaping displays ... 01/31/2011

  The 2011 Indianapolis Home Show, offered plenty of highlights, but my favorite was the giant totem-pole inspired sand castle, which was a work in progress throughout the event! The Centerpiece Home was something to behold as well, so tune in tomorrow for pictures of the 3467-square-foot Art & Crafts designed home with movie themes throughout! The 2011 Indianapolis home show runs through Feb. 6 at the Indiana State Fairgrounds. Click here for a schedule of events and a discount coupon for admission!   Searching for an Indianapolis home? I can help! Contact your Indianapolis real estate agent today!   Indianapolis homes for sale Haddad Team featured listings Indianapolis information         View Larger Map 01/30/2011

Many people enjoy running to help stay in shape and improve their health.  There are marathons, mini marathons, races and runs to support various charities.  Indianapolis and the surrounding areas are certainly doing their part to make sure that Hoosiers have ample opportunity to Run for Your Life!! Below is a list of upcoming events for 2011   03/26/11     DURBIN CLASSIC (5K/10K)                                  S2webstarts.com/durbinclassic      Noblesville 04/02/11     QDOBA DINO TRAIL RUN (5K/10K)                    dinoseries.com                                    Anderson 04/16/11     KOMEN INDY RACE FOR THE CURE (5K)             komenindy.org                                    Indianapolis 04/23/11     QDOBA DINO TRAIL RUN (5K/15K)                    dinoseries.com               ... 01/29/2011

Indianapolis Home Show, January 28th – February 6th at the Indiana State Fairgrounds.   ·        Visit the Centerpiece  Home built by Fischer Homes.  Fully constructed, decorated and landscaped, just waiting for you to tour. ·        Meet Tim Nyberg and Jim Berg, the Duct Tape Guys as they demonstrate the ultimate power tool! ·        HGTV’s Andrew Downward of Divine Design will be there to teach you interesting and unique decorating tips. ·        Over 1,000 remodeling experts will be on hand to share their expertise in remodeling, home  decorating and more. Show Dates and Times:   Friday                  January 28th                              11am – 9pm Saturday            January 29th                              10am – 9:30pm Sunday               January  30th                    ... 01/28/2011

Indianapolis Home Show Are you looking for something to do this weekend?  If you are considering listing your home to sell soon, you might find some great ideas or contractors at the home show to help you get your home in the best show ready condition possible!  Maybe you just bought a home that needs some remodeling.  This is also a great reason to attend the home show.  You can get disocunt tickets on-line or from Marsh Supermarkets.  If you go, enjoy the show.  If you have any questions about selling your home, improvement values or contractors, please contact me for help!   INDIANAPOLIS HOME SHOW JAN. 28 - FEB. 6, 2011 Indiana State Fairgrounds SHOW DATES & TIMES Friday Jan. 28 11am - 9pm Saturday Jan. 29 10am - 9:30pm Sunday Jan. 30 10am - 6pm Mon.-Fri. Jan. 31-Feb. 4 11am - 9pm Sa... 01/27/2011

Would you believe me if I said this was my new puppy at obedience school?  I didn’t think so.  How about if I told you I know someone who is an aquatics trainer at the Indianapolis Zoo?  Well it is true!  Every now and then we have access to some pretty neat photo ops! 01/26/2011

  A few weeks ago I wrote a post “Prince Charming or Invisible Man?”  I described a buyer I was currently working with who is single and very likely being taken advantage of by a man she has only met online.   I had taken her out three times to look at houses and that third time learned that she had never really met this man who had instructed her to find a home that he would then pay cash to purchase. She told me she would never leave Indianapolis where her two grown daughters lived and where she had held the same job for 32 years. This week she asked me to make some adjustments to her automated search. Donald would be here soon to look at the houses she had identified.  Two days later she e-mailed to say :   “Hi Pat,    I hope everything is going well with you and family.  I will be m... 01/24/2011

7822 Yarmouth Way, Indianapolis 46239 - offered for sale by The Hoagland Group Overview Maps Photos Description Neighborhood $175,000 Single Family Home Main Features 5 Bedrooms2 Bathrooms2 Partial BathroomsInterior: 3572 sqftLot: 0.25 acre(s) Location 7822 Yarmouth WayIndianapolis, IN 46239USA To get updates on open home dates and other property events, please click the "Like" button below: Tonda & Steve Hoagland Keller Williams(317) 340-4575tonda@perfectplaceforyou.comhttp://www.PerfectPlaceForYou.com Listed by: The Hoagland Group at Keller Williams Indy Metro South Our recent listings Former Model Home6642 Trail Ridge Way, Indianapolis 46259 -- Offered for sale by The Hoagland Group870 Windstar Blvd, Franklin IN 46131 -- Offered by the Hoagland Group --8537 Aberdeenshire Ct, Indiana... 01/24/2011

So many times they are Plumbers, Electricians, Drywallers, Heating Contractors, or just the basic Handyman, who has been around construction all their life.(usually 10 - 15 years.)  We do not see them very much these days.  They have mostly gone by the wayside because of the economy, or they went bankrupt and have never been seen again.  I showed such a property today.  It is bank owned, with its normal problems.  The owner abandoned the property, the utilities turned off and no heat.  The site itself is to die for.  There is a custom steel barn(obviously not built by the owner) on 3 beautiful acres.  Now lets take a look at the house.  It was built with no recognition of what the results may look like.  Let me list the flaws:  Living room and Family room, very Small.  Kitchen has no ca... 01/23/2011