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Recent blogs on Real Estate Sales and Marketing
By Karina Gafford, Military PCS/ VA Home Buying & Selling Specialist
(Homefront United Realty Group)
Agents, if you’re looking for a unique find in the Lakehills area, 110 Oak Valley Drive is one to show! This updated ranchette offers 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and 1,624 sq ft of beautifully designed living space on 1.5 peaceful acres in Lakewood Park. A split floor plan with two living areas and a large kitchen makes this home ideal for families or buyers seeking room to grow. Standout features include a custom kitchen with stainless appliances, a stone backsplash, and abundant natural light, along with a mudroom, laundry room, and a spacious primary suite.The property’s 1.5-acre yard is fenced on three sides and features mature oak trees, a powered storage shed, and a covered back deck perfect for gatherings. Your buyers will also love the community amenities, including a pool, boat ra...
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By Leanne Smith, The Grit and Gratitude Agent
(Dirt Road Real Estate)
The Internet has become the number one resource for finding homes or vacant land for buyers. Research from conducted surveys by National Association of REALTORS® revealed 100% of the buyers  began their new home or property search on the Internet. Ultimately 52% of those buyers purchased a home they had viewed on the Internet.For professional real estate agents, these results reinforce that photos and words do matter and matter significantly. The old adage a picture is worth a thousand words remains true. Words reinforce the images and help to excite emotions encouraging the vacant land and home buyers to reach out. People buy first on emotions justified by logic.Again, the marketing words are “all about creating a sense of desire.” (David Ogilvy, Advertising Fame)To achieve this sense ...
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By Richard Weeks, REALTOR®, Broker
Here is the north Texas real estate market update for November7 2024.New properties for sale 468Back On Market 99Price Decrease 779Price increase 37Active kick out 15Active option contract 233Active contingent contract 454Pending listings 297Sold listings 315Expired listings 39Cancelled listings 111Withdrawn listings 8Temporary off market listings 41Coming soon listings 71
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By The Jeff Rickert Team, Poconos - RSPS - The Jeff Rickert Team
(RE/MAX Property Specialists)
PLEASE WELCOME Michael Baird to our RE/MAX office. Mike is new to our office but not new in Sales, Mike brings 30 plus years in sales experience. He is a veteran who served 13 years In the PA Army Guard stationed locally. Mike is an active member of his community for 39 plus years and is so excited to be turning that local focus toward real estate. His background in Solution Engineering and Business Development offers the perfect opportunity to mold his passion for real estate with his commitment to the Poconos and surrounding area residents.Please welcome Mike.Michaels contact info is: RE/MAX Property Specialistsmbaird.remax@gmail.comCell 570.730.0391 Office 570.972.2940
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By Peter Mohylsky, Destin BeachPro, Call me at 850-517-7098
(PMI. Destin)
First impressions are everything—especially online!  Most folks spend more time on line than they would like to admit.  I think out worlds do circle around the internet and television these days.  Try to spend a day without the tv on some time and witness how quiet things are.  📸✨In today’s market, great photos and a well-crafted description can make all the difference in catching buyers' eyes.Let’s make sure your home shines and stands out to attract the right offers. Ready to showcase your space?Reach out, and let’s get started!#thehelpfulagent #home #houseexpert #house #listreports #homeowner #househunting #a110624 #investment #realestate #realestateagent #realtor #forsale
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By Richard Weeks, REALTOR®, Broker
Here is the north Texas real estate market update for November 6 2024.New properties for sale 345Back On Market 106Price Decrease 435Price increase 115Active kick out 5Active option contract 241Active contingent contract 46 Pending listings 322Sold listings 299Expired listings 34Cancelled listings 140Withdrawn listings 12Temporary off market listings 61Coming soon listings 57
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By John Moran, For Your Place At The Beach
(Keller Williams Realty's At The Beach Team)
Listing Details: 127 Rose Lane, Panama City Beach, FL 32413     MLS #: 750679Price: $1,240,000Beds: 4Baths: 3Sq Feet: 2,069 Call Alyssa Barnett 916-710-3744 to see if this property is still available.Exceptional 3-story, 4 bedroom + bunks coastal beach house with a private POOL located in tranquil Laguna Beach!! Just steps from the Emerald Waters of the Gulf of Mexico, this home offers an unparalleled lifestyle of beach and relaxation. As you enter the home, the spacious first floor offers an upgraded kitchen with quartz countertops, farmhouse sink, and custom cabinetry that leads into the open living/ dining area. In addition, the first floor bedroom offers a relaxing retreat with double doors leading out to the refreshing pool and fenced backyard oasis. The second floor offers a guest...
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By Will Hamm, "Where There's a Will, There's a Way!"
(Hamm Homes)
Can always learn from past member Lou Ludwig on a number of subjects and this is a good one.    Motivational Power Quote Behind Every Successful Person is Motivation “Success is the good fortune that comes from aspiration, desperation, perspiration and inspiration.” Evan Esar 1899 – 1995, American Humorist   As I see it . . . . . . .   Behind every successful person is motivation   The person with good skills and motivation . . . . will super charge their career forward. The person with good skill and little or no motivation will reassemble someone on a marry-go-round . . . . they will be moving forward in circle and when everything is said and done they will end up where they started.   Ambition will get you started . . . . determination with a sense of purpose will keep you going forw...
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By John Moran, For Your Place At The Beach
(Keller Williams Realty's At The Beach Team)
Listing Details: 515 Tops'l Beach Boulevard 705, Miramar Beach, FL 32550MLS #: 962077Price: $785,000Beds: 3Baths: 3Sq feet: 1,601 Call Gil Erikson 850-714-2122 to see if this property is still available.Beautiful coastline views of the Gulf of Mexico and Topsail Hill Preserve State Park from this lovely 7th floor lock out condo. Stylish decor with oversized tile, granite counters, and S/S appliances. 2 bedroom 2 bath on one side and a large studio on the other. Each has its own balcony. Enough room for the whole family to make vacation memories and you can also cash in $$$ on vacation rentals. 600' of private beach , pools, tennis (clay courts), fitness center, racquet ball, onsite restaurants , and many other fabulous amenities. Tops'l resort has 52 acres of gated property and is locat...
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By Sally Dollar
(Royal LePage Niagara Real Estate)
Who wants to move to Canada 🇨🇦?  I know a great Realtor 😉 U.S traffic spikes in Royal Lepage Website in lead up to 2024 Election.  https://blog.royallepage.ca/u-s-web-traffic-spikes-on-royallepage-ca-in-lead-up-to-2024-presidential-election/
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By Richard Weeks, REALTOR®, Broker
Here is the north Texas real estate market update for November 5 2024.New properties for sale 389Back On Market 127Price Decrease 481Price increase 255Active kick out 8Active option contract 291Active contingent contract 83Pending listings 469Sold listings 377Expired listings 41Cancelled listings 156Withdrawn listings 13Temporary off market listings 60Coming soon listings 81
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By Scott Garrison, Top ORLANDO AREA Realtor…this Realtor WORKS!
(Re/Max Town & Country Realty)
     Five of the ten most-wanted places to live in the whole country are in Florida...With Orlando and Tampa, two cities in central Florida, coming in at #4 and #5, how great is that? Top 10 Metro Areas to Move to in the Whole Country:      How popular a place is is based on its net inflow, or how many more people tried to move into it than leave it.  Miami: Net inflow of $8,600; New York place is the top origin place. Phoenix: Net inflow of $7,600; Seattle is the top starting city. Las Vegas: Net inflow of $6,600; Los Angeles is the top origin place. Tampa: Net inflow of $6,000; New York place is the origin place. Orlando: Net inflow of $5,400; New York place is the top origin place. Sacramento: Net inflow of $5,400; San Francisco is the top starting city. Cape Coral: Net inflow of $4,...
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By Karen Schimpf, When Your Bank Says No, I CAN Get Your Deal CLOSED
(Commercial Capital Ltd.)
 Bridge Loan Success Our borrower, an experienced healthcare operator with a strong 700 credit score, identified a prime opportunity to expand her business by acquiring an underperforming assisted living community in Las Vegas, NV. With an aging population and increasing demand for quality elder care, this acquisition aligned perfectly with her strategic goals. The property’s purchase price was $5 million, and she was eager to transform the facility into a high-quality, profitable residence for seniors. The Challenge Though the borrower had a successful track record, securing an SBA loan for the acquisition proved challenging due to limited operational history. She had launched her initial healthcare business in 2020, navigating through the pandemic, and had shown solid growth in 2021 a...
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By Peter Mohylsky, Destin BeachPro, Call me at 850-517-7098
(PMI. Destin)
Beginning your home search is thrilling, but having a plan is key to success!  I don't care if ytou bought a property in the last 5 years.  The industry has changed.  🏡Start by setting a budget and getting preapproved before diving into listings.Need help navigating the process?Reach out today, and let’s find your perfect home!#thehelpfulagent #home #houseexpert #house #listreports #househunting #a110424 #realestate #investment #realtor #realestateagent #icanhelp
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By Richard Weeks, REALTOR®, Broker
Here is the north Texas real estate market update for November 4 2024.New properties for sale 105Back On Market 25Price Decrease 151Price increase 15Active kick out 7Active option contract 141Active contingent contract 22Pending listings 166Sold listings 71Expired listings 42Cancelled listings 18Withdrawn listings 3Temporary off market listings 40Coming soon listings 25
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By Richard Weeks, REALTOR®, Broker
Here is the north Texas real estate market update for November 3 2024.New properties for sale 225Back On Market 48Price Decrease 179Price increase 18Active kick out 4Active option contract 123Active contingent contract 22Pending listings 146Sold listings 137Expired listings 39Cancelled listings 28Withdrawn listings 0Temporary off market listings 29Coming soon listings 24
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By Peter Mohylsky, Destin BeachPro, Call me at 850-517-7098
(PMI. Destin)
721 Legion Drive, Destin, FL Photos Maps & Local Schools Print Click here to Get Directions$510,000 4 Beds - 2 Baths - 0.25 acres Lot NEW ROOF Jan 2023 and NEW electrical panel. This open concept POOL home is an entertainer's dream in the heart of Destin - 4 bedroom/2 bath, and MOVE IN READY! Features include ALL new neutral paint, new flooring, renovated kitchen (2016), new ceiling fans, new window blinds and AMAZING fenced in QUIET backyard with large inground pool with NEW liner, spacious separate POOL HOUSE/bonus room, covered patio and additional side yard storage. Beautiful beaches, boating and fishing nearby Follow This Home
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By Peter Mohylsky, Destin BeachPro, Call me at 850-517-7098
(PMI. Destin)
Here are the latest housing market statistics for Destin, FL!  Somethings change and some things never change.  The median list price mirrors the national average.  No change there.Inventory is still up as are interest rates.  No surprise there. Days on market indicate that buyers are taking advantage of the pent up demand for a new property.  If you'd like more detail on the market, what's available or how much your home might be worth, let's set up a meeting to discuss!#houseexpert #housingmarketexpert #house #home #listreports #localhousingdata #areaexpert #realestate #realestateagent #househunting #homeowner #hometrends #housingtrends
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Here is the north Texas real estate market update for the week ending November 2 2024..New properties for sale 2491Back On Market 545Price Decrease 3002Price increase 193Active kick out 46Active option contract 1292Active contingent  264Pending listings 1601Sold listings 2063Expired listings 1198Cancelled listings 620Withdrawn listings 44Temporary off market listings 303Coming soon listings 371
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By Richard Weeks, REALTOR®, Broker
Here is the north Texas real estate market update for November 2 2024.New properties for sale 731Back On Market 177Price Decrease 680Price increase 58Active kick out 9Active option contract 226Active contingent contract 58Pending listings 265Sold listings 522Expired listings 143Cancelled listings 139Withdrawn listings 8Temporary off market listings 56Coming soon listings 54
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