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By Joe Jackson, Clintonville and Central Ohio Real Estate Expert
(Keller Williams Capital Partners Realty)
This is an excellent post with great information. Thanks for sharing it.Have a super fantastic week!Joe Jackson, Realtor-KWCP Whether you’re spending or saving it, having this money earmarked for repairs and annual maintenance is a good habit. Are you a spender or a saver? #thehelpfulagent #home #houseexpert #house #listreports #homeowner #happyhomeowner #smartmoney #realestate #realestateagent #realtor #hometips #finances #investment #moneytips #happyhome
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By Manfred Lewis Leslie Horne & Associates, Realtor Spartanburg and Greenville SC
(Leslie Horne &Associates )
Whether you’re spending or saving it, having this money earmarked for repairs and annual maintenance is a good habit. Are you a spender or a saver? #thehelpfulagent #home #houseexpert #house #listreports #homeowner #happyhomeowner #smartmoney #realestate #realestateagent #realtor #hometips #finances #investment #moneytips #happyhome
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By Charles Ross - (785)-819-6944, Love To Help People
(eXp Realty LLC Salina Group)
Using a real estate agent to sell your home can provide several benefits, including: Expertise: Real estate agents are experts in the home selling process. They can guide pricing, marketing, and negotiating the sale of your home. Their experience can be invaluable in helping you navigate the complexities of the real estate market. Market knowledge: Real estate agents have access to a wealth of information about the local real estate market, including recent sales, market trends, and pricing data. This can help you price your home competitively and attract the right buyers. Marketing: Real estate agents have the resources and expertise to market your home effectively. They can use a variety of channels, including online listings, social media, and open houses, to attract potential buyers...
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By Jeff Masich-Scottsdale AZ Associate Broker,MBA,GRI, Arizona Homes and Land Group/ Buy or Sell
(HomeSmart Real Estate)
Hey, we flushed the toilet and it all seemed good! Well in Arizona a septic tank inspection prior to the close of escrow is required and paid by the Seller and the septic is registered and transferred to the new owner at escrow closing. This septic inspection is separate and usuall after the Buyer's inspection. Flush and follow the flow and see where it goes! (photo: Thomas Hoang, Pixabay)Want to hear about a strange real estate transaction that I had? Well, I bring you the case of the IMPLOSION of the SEPTIC TANK. Did I mean EXPLOSION? No, I said IMPLOSION. Yes, blame it on methane gas and heat. Septic tanks will have methane and we also have heat here in Arizona. POW!The transaction was for a fixer upper ranch house on an acre of land in Arizona at a lower than the comps price. The tr...
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By Jeff Dowler, CRS, The Southern California Relocation Dude
(eXp Realty of California, Inc.)
Come Live in the Preserve in Carlsbad This beautiful home, built in 2019 in Cypress at The Preserve, is a delight from the minute you walk through the courtyard gate, step inside the front door, and take in the spacious open floor plan with abundant natural light and views of the back yard.  The back yard faces the preserve, and features a built-in grill and fire pit with waterfall. You’ll love to relax and entertain here!  Cooks will love the kitchen with gas cook top, stainless appliances, quartz counters, a large island with pendant lighting, and plentiful storage including a large pantry.  Upstairs you'll find the primary suite with double walk-in closets, a balcony to enjoy the views and your morning coffee, and en suite bath with dual vanities, a soaking tub, and walk-in shower. T...
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By Susan Isaacs, Realtor "The Momagent", Compass | Partnering with DOMO
(1313 14th St NW DC 20005)
As the Washington DC real estate market braces itself against higher interest rates, credit tightening, inventory shortages, recession fears and an upcoming election year, the DC Council is beginning the process of redrawing DC school boundaries.It's a term that raises the hackles of home owners and parents in a battle of access vs home values.Boundaries, Feeder Patterns And Resale ValueWhat's at stake?Boundary redraws can affect home values, school rankings and campus & community culture. The process can also effect a more equal quality of education for all DC students.What Are School Boundaries and Feeder Patterns? The DC Public Schools (DCPS) system consists mostly of neighborhood schools with specific geographic boundaries and include ‘feeder patterns’ that "feed" students directly ...
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By Susan Isaacs, Realtor "The Momagent", Compass | Partnering with DOMO
(1313 14th St NW DC 20005)
DC REAL ESTATE Private Exclusives: The Party You Weren't Invited To   “How did I miss that?” When you hear that properties are being bought and sold without ever coming on the market, does it feel like you missed a great private party because you weren't invited?  With inventory so tight in the Washington DC real estate market, you need every advantage possible. Being left out of a secret cache of inventory just isn't acceptable! Private Exclusives are off-market listings on the Compass network, available only through Compass agents. You won’t find them on public real estate search sites, or the MLS. A significant portion of DC real estate is being marketed and sold on private networks, and Compass has the largest and most sophisticated of them all. Fortunately, we can offer you an invi...
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By Susan Isaacs, Realtor "The Momagent", Compass | Partnering with DOMO
(1313 14th St NW DC 20005)
We're heading into spring 2023 in the DC real estate market, and everyone wants to know what to expect. Here's our take:Rates, Inflation & Recession, Oh My!2023 got off to a rocky start with uninspiring reports from the foreboding comments from Fed Chair Powell on March 7th:“If the totality of the data were to indicate that faster tightening is warranted, we would be prepared to increase the pace of rate hikes.”Read moreFinancial market reaction was swift and brutal. The major indexes dropped more than 1 percent and the two year Treasury note shot up to its highest market since 2007. Nasdaq lost 1.3 percent. Ouch.The CME FedWatch put a 61+% probability on the Fed raising rates by 50 basis points at the next FOMC meeting on March 22nd. But that didn't happen. Why?Bank failures. SVB and S...
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By Gloria Todor, & Doug Durren (484) 431-3686 in SE PA
(Premier Property Sales & Rentals)
This historical marker is located outside Delaware County's courthouse in Media, PA.  Delaware County split off from Chester County since the area was getting more populated.  Delaware County has a lot of history dating back to William Penn and before.
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What are your thoughts on Artificial Intelligence and its impact on our industry?  Transforming Real Estate: The Impact of Artificial Intelligence   Artificial Intelligence (AI) is a rapidly evolving technology that is changing the way we live and work. It has the potential to revolutionize many industries, and real estate is no exception. AI has the ability to analyze vast amounts of data and provide insights that would otherwise be difficult or impossible to obtain. AI is already enabling self-driving cars, early-stage detection of cancer cells, smart identification of retail store locations, and voice-activated home systems that self-set alarms and thermostats.   Many believe this is all new to us but, it’s not. Remember ‘Heat Maps?’ Many of us set up our websites based on data gener...
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By Matthew Klinowski, PA, Naples Golf Guy | Find Your Dream Lifestyle
(Downing Frye Realty)
2023 February Naples Housing Market SummaryThe latest Naples housing market summary showed 682 properties sold for just over $738 Million. The largest sale was for $32.5 million in Olde Naples along Gulf Shore Blvd. Additionally, 26 percent of the real estate transactions for the month were above $1 Million.Once again, inventory more than doubled over this time last year. February ended the month with 2,835 properties for sale. However, similar to other Southwest Florida cities, the numbers are very misleading. In January 2019, before the pandemic, Naples had just over 8,100 properties for sale which was over 9 months’ worth of supply. Inventory ended the month at 35 percent of what we normally have during this time of year.Demand remains strong for the Naples lifestyle. In fact, Naples...
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By Jeff Masich-Scottsdale AZ Associate Broker,MBA,GRI, Arizona Homes and Land Group/ Buy or Sell
(HomeSmart Real Estate)
We all have memories, What is YOUR Story? A home has a story, the people that lived there, the parties, the children that grew up, what was there before the home was built? (Photo: Memories of Youth and Trees by Вадим Кольцов, Pixabay)Photo: Backyard memories with Trees, by Rudy, PixabayA tree also has a story also some involving a home. The children that played around or in the shade of the tree, the integration of the tree and the family. The story a tree can tell is often incredible as in the famous children's book "The Giving Tree" by Shel Silverstein.An amazing tree can make the home unique and sell and also add much personal enjoyment and satisfaction while you own your home.For an amazing assortment of such trees and the stories that each tell, consider,  admire the following "bi...
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By Jan Green - Scottsdale, AZ, HomeSmart Elite Group, REALTOR®, EcoBroker, GREEN
(Value Added Service, 602-620-2699)
This post is thanks to the March Challenge by Patricia Feager and Kathleen Daniels! During the housing recession, a customer walked into my company office asking if they could speak to an agent.  The receptionist referred the man to me.  After settling into a conference room, I learned that the man wanted to rent a home, not purchase a home.  Having a prior career in property management is one reason I agreed to help this man.  Understanding the ins and outs of rentals, I took it upon myself to ask all of the leading questions in order to know if he was a good potential tenant.  I should note that I don't handle many rentals.  In fact, only one client has a luxury rental property that he purchased through me that I help him lease about every year or two.  The questions I asked of this m...
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By June Piper-Brandon, Creating Generational Wealth Through Homeownership
(Coldwell Banker Realty)
Just Sold - Lansdowne Fixer UpperMy investor client wrote an offer on several properties before he was successful in acquiring this fixer-upper in Lansdowne.  He was able to close in less than a month, once the title work was complete.Do you own a property that you inherited or no longer need and wish to sell? I have buyers looking for homes in this area and others who are eager to purchase homes.  Call, text, or email me today to discuss the sale of your property.   
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By Nina Hollander, Broker, Your Greater Charlotte Realtor
(Coldwell Banker Realty)
SOLD IN WENDOVER HILL IN CHARLOTTE'S UPSCALE COTSWOLD AREA248 WENDOVER HILL COURT FINAL SALE PRICE: $1,275,000  Located in an intimate neighborhood in the heart of Charlotte's in-demand Cotswold area, 248 Wendover Hill Court, a custom, Craftsman style home built in 2006, is now sold and closed. Final sale price was $1,275,000. Wishing my clients many happy years in their new Charlotte home. 248 Wendover Hill Court is a 3,023 square foot, 2-story home featuring 5 bedrooms/4.5 bathrooms, great room with coffered ceiling, formal dining room, large, open kitchen with island and dining area. The home features a rocking chair front porch and a large covered back porch accessed via two set of French-style doors. Additional features include hardwood floors throughout the first floor and the hal...
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By Melissa Thompson, I'm a real estate agent helping buyers and sellers
(Thompson Real Estate)
In today's highly competitive real estate industry, it is essential to have a marketing strategy that stands out from the crowd. A unique and creative marketing approach can help real estate agencies to attract more clients and generate more sales. In this article, we will discuss eight out-of-the-box marketing strategies that real estate agencies can implement to boost their business.1. Experiential MarketingExperiential marketing is a marketing strategy that focuses on creating an experience for the customers. Real estate agencies can organize events, workshops, or open houses to showcase their properties, and offer a unique experience to potential buyers. This approach can help to build a personal connection with clients and create a long-lasting impression.2. Social Media MarketingS...
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By Joseph Lorenzo, Your Law And Order Realtor
(Frank Rubi Real Estate LLC)
"I'm not going to get into the real estate market until the rates go down!" How often have we heard that lately. As we know, the real estate market can be unpredictable, and interest rates are one factor that can cause uncertainty for both buyers and sellers. However, while interest rates can have an impact on the real estate market, they should not be the only factor you consider when buying or selling a home. Here are some reasons why you should not let interest rates stop you from buying or selling a home:Interest rates are stabilizing. While interest rates have been fluctuating recently, they are starting to level out a bit. If you are waiting for the rates to make a significant drop, I have news for you it is not happening anytime soon. As always you can buy at the current rate and...
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By Sam Thomas, When it's important; hire a professional.
(Providence Group Realty)
Looking for a stunning home in Forney, Texas? Look no further than 922 Johnson City Ave in the Travis Ranch subdivision. This impressive property boasts 2,678 square feet of living space, 4 bedrooms, and 2.5 baths, making it the perfect choice for anyone seeking low stress living.The home features two large living areas, including a living room and game room, as well as two dining areas. The kitchen is a chef's dream, with granite countertops and stainless steel appliances, perfect for those who love to cook and entertain.The spacious primary bedroom on the first floor is one of the standout features of this home. With plenty of room for a king-sized bed, this room also includes an en-suite bathroom with dual sinks, a separate shower, and a garden tub, making it the perfect space to unw...
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By Sam Thomas, When it's important; hire a professional.
(Providence Group Realty)
Looking for a spacious and luxurious home in McKinney, TX with highly sought-after schools? Look no further than 10920 Calvert Pl in the beautiful Highlands of Westridge neighborhood.Boasting 2,930 square feet of living space, this stunning home features a desirable floorplan with the primary bedroom and a guest bedroom on the first floor, perfect for accommodating guests or multigenerational living. The main living and dining spaces on the first floor feature durable wood-look tile floors, creating a cohesive and stylish feel throughout the home.The gourmet kitchen is sure to impress, with an oversized granite breakfast bar, separate prep island, upgraded cabinets, and stainless steel appliances, including a gas range. There are two dining spaces, making it easy to entertain guests or ...
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By Sam Thomas, When it's important; hire a professional.
(Providence Group Realty)
Welcome to a lovely 3 bedroom, 2 bath home for sale at 114 Princeton Circle in Forney, Texas! This desirable, established neighborhood is perfect for those seeking a peaceful retreat. The open floor plan living and dining spaces are filled with natural light, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. The kitchen is well-equipped with granite countertops, new flooring, and a gas range, making it a chef's dream come true. The home's interior has been freshly painted in neutral colors, and two bedrooms have new carpet, providing a clean aesthetic that any buyer will love.Recent updates, including a new roof, new HVAC unit, and new water heater, make this home a smart and practical investment. Additionally, the backyard boasts amazing views of open fields, providing a relaxing and serene env...
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