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By Andrew Mooers | 207.532.6573, Northern Maine Real Estate-Aroostook County Broker
(MOOERS REALTY)
Home for sale Houlton ME, 34 Highland AVE new property listing!Get 4 bedrooms, 1.5 baths, 2X garage, porch, deck, laundry! One key location 2 blocks from shopping, downtown, hospital, Meduxnekeag River Front recreation trails!Watch video for 34 Highland AVE Houlton ME house listing!Look to blend families, need space for elderly loved one living under the same roof line?New home listing in Northern Maine, Aroostook County has the living space, over 2000' S/F and neat, clean, quick occupancy!No better small town safe place to live, work and play. Quality of life, lower cost of living, no crime, no traffic!Welcome to Maine, the way life should be ! The 2nd most asked for state location for relocation, for folks investing in vacation properties, for primary housing.  There are so so many go...
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By Chris Dunham, The Real Estate Guy™
(Brokers Hub Realty)
Alternative to iBuyers - Keep your equity by choosing me.It's true. ibuyers like 72 Sold, Offerpad, Zillow and Opendoor will NOT give you full market value for your home, in fact, you'll leave tens of thousands of dollars on the table for the "convenience" of a quick sell.BUT, if you allow me to sit down and game plan with you, I will show you how I can get more money in your pocket, in just as short amount of time and not giving your house away. Here's the drill, a house worth $500k, they'll want to purchase it for 75% of its actual value (if not less). How do I know this? When I sold my home in Chandler a few years ago, I called them, as a "consumer" and they in turn, sent me all their info, marketing and pricing. Without exception, they came in 25% below my fair market value. In this...
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By Kona Home Team (luva llc) Lance Owens (RS), Getting transactions done, when nobody else can!
(Kona Home Team (luva llc))
Selective enforcement refers to the practice of enforcing rules or laws selectively, rather than consistently applying them to everyone in a fair and equal manner. In the context of the County of Hawaii enforcing permitting rules to certain homeowners (TAR or STVR) and not others, it means that the county is choosing to enforce the rules only against certain homeowners while ignoring others who are similarly situated.This selective enforcement can be problematic because it can lead to unfair treatment of individuals or groups, depending on who is being targeted and who is being ignored. It can also create a sense of distrust and resentment among those who are being targeted.In this case, if the County of Hawaii is enforcing permitting, parking, and many more rules before allowing homeow...
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By Ron Trzcinski, 410-935-5844
(410-935-5844 Office)
Selling Baltimore CityIn my 25 years in the real estate business, I have helped numerous people to buy or sell their homes in Baltimore City. ​The City has a wide variety of homes and neighborhoods such that almost everyone's needs and desires in a home can be realized.   ​Baltimore has more park land than most cities allowing its citizens the ability to walk, hike, jog, bike, golf, play ball, or even fly a kite.   ​It is home to several major universities such as Loyola University of Maryland, Morgan State University, Johns Hopkins University, and several more.   ​Major league sports is always a treat with either the Baltimore Orioles or the Baltimore Ravens.   ​One can enjoy art at The Baltimore Museum of Art or at the Walters Art Gallery.   ​Perhaps you would like to listen to the wo...
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By Chris Dunham, The Real Estate Guy™
(Brokers Hub Realty)
When is the best time for a Home Physical?In Arizona, the best time is before we get smoking hot! I always suggest to my clients/friends and family, to get a physical on the house done in March to April for the upcoming summer months, then again in Oct/November to be prepared for what we call "winter". We really don't have winter in AZ. Below is a list of items, along with some quick watch videos, on what to do for your Annual Home Physical.The main items to get checked out are as follows:AC Serviced by an HVAC Technician. Always helps to have someone you trust, come out 2x a year (Spring and Fall) to give your units a tune up.Water Heater and Plumbing. Always a good idea, 2x a year, turn on and off all your water shut off valves. for all your toilets and sinks. These can stick shut aft...
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By Bion Grady, Douglas County Real Estate Specialist
(Maximum One Greater Atlanta Realtors)
Today’s youthful adults can be expected to be fully occupied with meeting the demands of today’s challenging economic environment. Much has been written about the difficulty first-time homebuyers face. Since they are frequently unable to match the advantage current owners start with—the ability to parlay gains from the sale of a current home as the down payment for the next—it’s an uphill climb.With that as an opening challenge, it’s small wonder that many give up and continue on the easier option: they just keep renting. If the monthly spend for renting is measurably less than the all-in cash flow cost of buying, the numbers can point in that direction. More often, it’s a tossup—or it would be, were it not for a couple of factors that make buying the better long-run choice. One of them...
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By Bion Grady, Douglas County Real Estate Specialist
(Maximum One Greater Atlanta Realtors)
Monday marks the vernal equinox—the astronomical marker that denotes when the Earth’s axis is tilted neither toward nor away from the Sun. More relevant for area real estate matters, it also signals the start of spring and with it, Douglasville’s high season. It’s hard to pin down exactly when Douglasville’s busiest real estate season begins (it’s either now or at the start of April), but the rise in activity isn’t limited to astronomical reasons. There are at least five others:1. For sure, the shift to nicer Douglasville weather does bring people out to investigate open houses—even if they aren’t fully committed to a purchase right away. As gardens bloom, blossoming curb appeal draws crowds.2. The school calendar dictates many a family’s timetable. If a move is in the offing, the need ...
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By Bion Grady, Douglas County Real Estate Specialist
(Maximum One Greater Atlanta Realtors)
Unsettling developments in the banking industry had been front-and-center in the national press for all of last week, so the headline in Realtor News was definitely effective clickbait. For any Dallas house buyer or seller concerned that a financial spillover might disturb their own plans, the promise would have been irresistible:“How 3 Recent Bank Failures Could Impact Housing Market” would be hard to skip past if your Dallas house is already up for sale (or soon will be). The thing is, what seem to be disruptive events may not prove to work out that way when all is said and done—despite all the scare-inducing coverage (Realtor’s ‘bank failures’ story was illustrated by a cartoon depicting black-suited bankers disappearing beneath stormy waves).How could a general banking industry mess...
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By Carmine Rauso & Debbie Rauso, Professional REALTORS® and Real Estate Investors
(COMPASS RE)
Short-term rentals, such as vacation homes and Airbnb properties, are a great way to invest in real estate. They have become increasingly popular in recent years as travelers seek more unique and personalized accommodations, compared to the big brand hotels. However, buying a short-term rental is not the same as buying a traditional long-term rental or primary residence. In this blog post, we will discuss some important things to consider when buying a short-term rental property. LocationLocation is one of the most important factors to consider when buying any type of real estate, and short-term rentals are no exception. You will want to choose a location that is popular with tourists and offers a variety of attractions and amenities. Consider factors such as proximity to beaches, hikin...
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By Will Hamm, "Where There's a Will, There's a Way!"
(Hamm Homes)
Wheat Ridge, CO Tue Mar 21 2023This week the median list price for Wheat Ridge, CO is $975,000 with the market action index hovering around 64. This is an increase over last month's market action index of 59. Inventory has increased to 21. ! Market Action Index This answers “How’s the Market?” by comparing rate of sales versus inventory. Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket0102030405060708090100TodayTodayLast MonthLast Month6464Strong Seller's Market The market continues to get hotter. More sales demand and fewer homes listed have contributed to a relatively long run of increasing prices. Current supply and demand levels show no sign of prices changing from their current trend. Real-Time Market Profile Never miss important changes in the Wheat Ridge market. Median List Price $975,000 Median Pri...
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By Nick Marr, Promoting real estate internationally
(HOMESGOFAST)
Lately, it seems like pole buildings are everywhere. People are using this construction technique to build not just traditional agricultural structures like barns but also storage buildings, commercial structures, and even homes. Landowners who are on the fence about whether to opt for a pole building or a more traditional, stick-framed structure can read on to find out what makes this construction method such a smart choice.Cost-EffectivenessFew people planning to build new structures have endless amounts of money to throw at their projects, but that begs a question. Why choose pole buildings when working on a budget? The answer is simple, and it's that this building style is very cost-effective.Each pole building constructed requires fewer expensive building materials. They feature po...
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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 Is It Really Better To Rent Than To Own a Home Right Now?   You may have seen reports in the news recently saying it’s better to rent right now than it is to own your home. But before you let that impact your decisions, you should understand what these claims are based on. Click Here to Continue Reading & Share   What Is My Homes Value Thinking of SELLING, YOU PAY US $2995. Flat Fee and 2.5% for the agent or agents selling your home, not the average 6 or 7% charged by others, saving the average homeowner $12077.00. We use a 106 Step Selling System with 28 that are specific to the marketing of your home. If you’re ready to sell your home, you need a marketing expe...
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By Eric Lawrence Frazier MBA, Founder and CEO of The Power Is Now Media, Inc.
(The Power Is Now Media, Inc. )
  New Listing at 4360 Bandini Ave, Riverside, CA! Jenny Gonzalez Real Estate Lic #01249788 goes through this adorable home in the Woods Streets Riverside is just waiting for the new owner!  
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By Eric Lawrence Frazier MBA, Founder and CEO of The Power Is Now Media, Inc.
(The Power Is Now Media, Inc. )
  In this special announcement, Monica Hill of MVP Real Estate & Investments Real Estate in City and State speaks about a series of Online real estate seminars that she will conduct with Eric L. Frazier, SVP- National Sales of Residential Bancorp, to provide information, resources, and strategies to help consumers purchase a home with little to No Money Down.  Below is the seminar agenda:  Current market statistics and the opportunities for buyers and sellers today. Strategies to sell your home in this competitive marketHome purchase strategies and programs to Help You Buy Now!How to qualify for Down Payment and Closing Cost Assistance programsLearn how to buy a 4-Unit apartment building as a First-Time HomebuyerSpecial Mortgage programs for self-employed borrowers and investors Underwr...
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By Tom Braatz Waukesha County Real Estate 262-377-1459, Waukesha County Realtor Real Estate agent. SOLD!
(Coldwell Banker)
   After 37 years of assisting people with Lake home selling or rolling up our sleeves and and helping Lake home buyers find that perfect home we have developed a system that keeps us on top of lake listings ( often before they hit the market. ) We welcome your call or text anytime.  I would be glad to deliver a concise list of all the properties that meet your criteria to find that perfect. Drop me an email to YOURHOMECLOSED@GMAIL.COM and get on our daily list of Waukesha County Lake Homes For Sale sent to you for you. Here is to seeing you on the Lake. Now, a month from now and all year! Have a home to sell and want to know what it is worth in Southeastern Wisconsin?   Have a productive day and I will see you at closing!Tom Braatz at 262-377-1459 or  yourhomeclosed@gmail.com     Have ...
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By Kona Home Team (luva llc) Lance Owens (RS), Getting transactions done, when nobody else can!
(Kona Home Team (luva llc))
I wish we did write write this one, but we didn't.With full permission from Joshua Montgomery I am reposting his letter - here: Chairwoman Heather Kimball and Council Member Ashley Kierkiewicz have published the third draft of their proposal to heavily regulate homestays and farmstays here on Hawaii. These regulations are separate from Bill 108 which passed in 2018 and addressed the issue of absentee owned vacation rentals.  Since 2018 absentee owners have been tightly regulated and remain regulated today.Their proposal is targeted at local families and farmers who rent a room or an ohana to visitors.  They are targeting Kupuna who rely on visitor rentals as part of their retirement. They are targeting young families who can only afford a home if they rent a portion to visitors.  They a...
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By Nick Vandekar, 610-203-4543, Selling the Main Line & Chester County
(Long & Foster Real Estate Inc 610-225-7400)
In a state, like Pennsylvania where Time and Date are of the Essence, how you count the days can be very important. And believe it or not, not everyone counts days the same.As Realtors we are not meant to practice law, as we are not lawyers and are not licensed as such. But, recently many agents have been inserting clauses into the agreement of sale that change dates in the contract.When I get a signed agreement of sale I use a spreadsheet to let all the parties know the deadlines and the dates to which I and my clients are working. This hopefully avoids any pitfalls where an agent counts differently to you as upfront, you are laying out the timeline of the deal for inspections, appraisals, replies to inspections, HOA document response and appraisals.In the Pennsylvania agreement our da...
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By Jeff&Grace Safrin, SpousesSellingHousesTM
(F.C.Tucker 1st Team Real Estate)
Coming Soon = Showings Start Friday, March 24th, 2023.Carefree, low maintenance living in this 1649 SF MAIN FLOOR, 2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Condo with heated underground garage parking and storage!Fabulous Building Amenities = swim year round in the heated indoor pool, enjoy the hot tub and sauna, workout in the gym, check out a book in the private library, host large gatherings in the social room with full kitchen, enjoy the large outdoor deck in season!Munster Indiana is like a suburb of Chicago-land. With easy access to major roads for ease of commute and south shore train nearby. Approximately 38 minutes to Downtown Chicago Via Interstate 94 expressway. This condo is also conveniently located to shopping, restaurants, and top rated hospital.Google MapRecently Updated this condo has all new...
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By Eric Lawrence Frazier MBA, Founder and CEO of The Power Is Now Media, Inc.
(The Power Is Now Media, Inc. )
 Payson Arizona Alpine Village SubdivisionProperty Description: Beautiful single level 3 bedroom 2 bathroom, home with a garage, work shop & RV parking! Fully fenced yard, one car garage with a bonus workshop/he she shed. Room for RV & UTV parking. No rental restrictions. In the last year the home has had new interior and exterior paint, plank flooring throughout, updated kitchen, bathrooms, new water heater, back deck and more! This beautiful home is located close to parks, schools, shopping, hiking, trails, lakes, and the Mogollon Rim! Call to schedule your showing today!  
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