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Recent blogs on Real Estate Sales and Marketing
By Lawrence "Larry" & Sheila Agranoff. Cell: 631-805-4400, Long Island Condo and Home Specialists
(The Top Team @ Charles Rutenberg Realty 255 Executive Dr, Plainview NY 11803)
What Truly Affects Your Home’s Market Value?Instead of tackling extensive and time-consuming renovations, focus on these simple updates to increase your home's value: Clean and De-Clutter: A thorough cleaning and de-cluttering of all rooms, closets, and storage spaces make your home look more spacious and well-maintained.  Fix Minor Repairs: Address small issues like squeaky doors, loose handles, or cracked tiles. These small fixes can make a big difference in the overall impression of your home.  Repaint Neutral Color: This creates a clean, inviting look that appeals to a broad range of buyers.  Update Hardware and Fixtures: Swapping out old cabinet handles, faucet fixtures, and light switches can give your home a fresh, modern look.  Enhance Curb Appeal: Simple tasks like weeding, lay...
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By Rhonda Gustitus, Real Estate's A Dream With Rhonda Gustitus Team!
(The Rhonda Gustitus Team)
🌴 Walking Distance to SIESTA KEY BEACH! 🌊🏡 Location, Location, Location! This is the beachside home you’ve been dreaming of! 🌅 Just a short walk from the pristine sands of Siesta Key Beach, this charming 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom home offers almost 1,500 sq. ft. of living space under air. Nestled on a spacious 15,753 sq. ft. lot, this property is completely fenced for your privacy and peace of mind. 🏡✨🌟 Charming Features 🌟A classic white picket fence frames the front yard, welcoming you into this serene retreat. Step inside and bask in the open, airy living space, bathed in natural light. ☀️ The heart of the home is the beautifully updated kitchen, complete with: Quartz countertops 🧑‍🍳 Large center island 🍽️ Decorative glass tile backsplash Stainless steel appliances including a refrigerato...
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By Scott Garrison, Top ORLANDO AREA Realtor…this Realtor WORKS!
(Re/Max Town & Country Realty)
Are you still "waiting" to buy a house until prices drop?  They never really have, and they never will! The average Florida home's value doubled in six years.Tampa and Miami tied for third place among big U.S. towns in terms of how quickly prices doubled.Ten years ago, the average price of a home in the United States was twice what it is now. A new report from Point2 says that the average home price in the U.S. went from about $200,000 to $400,000. This was caused by a storm of inflation, low supply, and high demand.However, in Florida, home prices went up by twice as much in much less than ten years.There has been a huge change in the prices of homes across Florida; the average value has doubled in just six years. Because of this rise, Miami's typical home price has gone from about $29...
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By Richard Weeks, REALTOR®, Broker
Here is the north Texas real estate market update for September 3 2024..New properties for sale 197Back On Market 40Price Decrease 252Price increase 15Active kick out 11Active option contract 151Active contingent  31Pending listings 197Sold listings 91Expired listings 39Cancelled listings 33Withdrawn listings 4Temporary off market listings 48Coming soon listings 50
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By Richard Weeks, REALTOR®, Broker
Here is the north Texas real estate market update for September 2 2024..New properties for sale 162Back On Market 53Price Decrease 159Price increase 16Active kick out 8Active option contract 134Active contingent  28Pending listings 170Sold listings 84Expired listings 108Cancelled listings 28Withdrawn listings 5Temporary off market listings 32Coming soon listings 39
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By Richard Weeks, REALTOR®, Broker
Here is the north Texas real estate market update for September 1 2024..New properties for sale 276Back On Market 66Price Decrease 247Price increase 23Active kick out 7Active option contract 163Active contingent  31Pending listings 133Sold listings 176Expired listings 718Cancelled listings 49Withdrawn listings 3Temporary off market listings 29Coming soon listings 32
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By Debra Leisek
( Bay Realty,Inc Homer Alaska)
Enjoy a Safe and Happy Labor Day!Bay Realty Homer AlaskaSelling Real Estate in Homer Alaska Since 1974BayRealtyAlaska.com Facebook @BayRealtyAlaska For More Information Call 907-235-6183#AlaskaRealEstate #BayRealtyAlaska #HomerAlaskaRealEstateCelebrate Bay Realty 50 Year Anniversary!Bay Realty Offers You the Knowledge You Need to Sell, Rent or Buy Property on the Kenai Peninsula.  Information is Power and we give You the Power to make the Right Decision for YOU! Our area offers Beautiful Homes, Recreational Cabins, View properties, Private Remote Property, Beach And Waterfront Properties, Islands, Waterfalls, Bluff Homes and Bluff Land, River Property, Small Acreage, Large Acreage, Commercial Land and Business Opportunity. We Also Have a Bona Fide Property Management With a Longstanding...
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Here is the north Texas real estate market update for the week ending August 312024..New properties for sale 3256Back On Market 1052Price Decrease 4709Price increase 355Active kick out 79Active option contract 1636Active contingent  345Pending listings 2184Sold listings 2270Expired listinggs 428Cancelled listings 641Withdrawn listings 266Temporary off market listings 344Coming soon listings 538
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By Richard Weeks, REALTOR®, Broker
Here is the north Texas real estate market update for August 31 2024..New properties for sale 714Back On Market 136Price Decrease 933Price increase 52Active kick out 4Active option contract 281Active contingent  59Pending listings 276Sold listings 699Expired listings 134Cancelled listings 135Withdrawn listings162Temporary off market listings 60Coming soon listings 82
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By Kelly Broaddus, 100+ Northern AZ Homes Sold in 2021!
(eXp Realty)
See original blogCharming Ponderosa Trails Home: Versatile Living with a Guest Suite, Tranquil Backyard, and Modern Upgrades in Flagstaff, AZ     4 BD | 2 BA | $799,000  Discover Your Dream Home in Ponderosa Trails: Versatile Living, Modern Upgrades, and Ultimate Comfort!Welcome to your new home in the highly sought-after Ponderosa Trails community of Flagstaff, AZ—a place where comfort meets versatility, and every detail is designed with your lifestyle in mind. This beautifully maintained property offers a unique living experience that blends charm, flexibility, and an array of thoughtful extras.Flexible Living at Its BestStep inside and be greeted by a home that’s not only cozy but also incredibly versatile. The standout feature? An attached guest suite that’s as flexible as your imag...
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By Endre Barath, Jr., Realtor - Los Angeles Home Sales 310.486.1002
(Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties)
966 Old Topanga Cyn Price Reduction: take advantage of this opportunity the seller is motivated to sell!Directions : From Pacific Coast Highway (PCH) head East on Topanga Canyon Blvd approximately 4.2 miles to Old Topanga Canyon Rd and go approximately 1.5 miles passed 994 Old Topanga Cyn Rd. Land will be on your right.Remarks : Just reduced this unique opportunity to acquire a large parcel of land (16.5 acres) in Old Topanga Wine Country. Ideal for developers, end users or flippers. This large parcel of land has at least two pads with gentle and meandering acres of land. There are ocean views at the top of the property. Build a magnificent estate and sell it or live in it or rent out many upsides. Gentle and meandering 16.5 acres. Where else can you get this? Truly a rare opportunity. ...
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By John Moran, For Your Place At The Beach
(Keller Williams Realty's At The Beach Team)
Listing Details: 895 Santa Rosa Boulevard 206, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548MLS number: 951865Price: $479,900Beds: 2Baths: 2Sq feet: 1,074 Call Courtney Ledezma (850) 608-0677 to see if this property is still available.Few places can capture the magic of the Emerald Coast and the beaches of Okaloosa Island...this lovely two bedroom condo at SeaCrest does. Sited in a prime location in the building on the 2nd floor closer to the beach, this condo exudes sophistication and embodies an eminently livable floor plan and effortless style with bamboo flooring, upgraded kitchen, new hot water heater in 2022, updated furnishings/decor, google nest thermostat, and more! Additionally this property conveys a deeded covered parking spot which not all condos at this property have. Enjoy the good life at...
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By Peter Mohylsky, Beach Broker, Call me at 850-517-7098
(PMI. Destin)
If you don't love coming back home, maybe it's time for a change. Change is good.  Interest rates are coming back down.  Inventory is up.  Don't wait and you might just miss your idea house.  What's missing in your current home that you want to make sure you have in your next?#thehelpfulagent #home #houseexpert #house #listreports #househunting #cominghome #a083024 #happyhome #realestate #investment #realestateagent #dreamhome
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By Peter Mohylsky, Beach Broker, Call me at 850-517-7098
(PMI. Destin)
If you don't love coming back home, maybe it's time for a change. Change is good.  Interest rates are coming back down.  Inventory is up.  Don't wait and you might just miss your idea house.  What's missing in your current home that you want to make sure you have in your next?#thehelpfulagent #home #houseexpert #house #listreports #househunting #cominghome #a083024 #happyhome #realestate #investment #realestateagent #dreamhome
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By Richard Weeks, REALTOR®, Broker
Here is the north Texas real estate market update for August 30 2024..New properties for sale 778Back On Market 112Price Decrease 968Price increase 84Active kick out 17Active option contract 230Active contingent  45Pending listings 347Sold listings 494Expired listings 34Cancelled listings 135Withdrawn listings 12Temporary off market listings 40Coming soon listings 99
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By Peter Mohylsky, Beach Broker, Call me at 850-517-7098
(PMI. Destin)
  2936 Scenic Gulf Drive, Miramar Beach, FL Photos Maps & Local Schools Print Click here to Get Directions$870,000 4 Beds - 3 Baths - Large 4 bedroom unit with fantastic western/sunset views from it's over sized balcony. Fresh paint in main living area. Buyer will consider other concessions with an acceptable offer. Leeward Key is a smaller density condo complex along Scenic Highway 98. Deeded beach, Two different swimming pools, workout facility and ample parking on site. This unit is being sold fully furnished. It has a great rental record from years past based upon its desired location Follow This Home
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By Richard Weeks, REALTOR®, Broker
Here is the north Texas real estate market update for August 29 2024..New properties for sale 521Back On Market 86Price Decrease 777Price increase 51Active kick out 14Active option contract 259Active contingent  52Pending listings 347Sold listings 435Expired listings 43Cancelled listings 133Withdrawn listings 6Temporary off market listings 41Coming soon listings 106
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By Endre Barath, Jr., Realtor - Los Angeles Home Sales 310.486.1002
(Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties)
Just Listed:  0  E Avenue K-8 Ave Lancaster CA 93535Directions : Take 170th E to Avenue K8 past 190th St E Avenue K8 becomes a dirt road, and the land is located between 197 st St E and 200th St ERemarks : Here is a fantastic opportunity to purchase two APN numbers in Lancaster for a total of 10+ acres of flat land. Truly an incredible investment opportunity. The parcels are conveniently close to Edwards AFB. The property is zoned LCA11* This zoning is primarily used for low-density single -family residential development. Agricultural use is still permitted. Los Angeles County allows minimum lot size to be one acre. Just imagine the potential. Great for investors since these are two 5 acre parcels for the price. Please reach out to the listing agent for a plat mapAgent Remarks: Seller h...
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By John Moran, For Your Place At The Beach
(Keller Williams Realty's At The Beach Team)
1 Bedroom  2 BathroomsSq ft: 820 For more details surrounding the sale of this condo please contact the following:     Jackson Stanford, Realtor/Buyer Specialist Keller Williams Realty Emerald Coast36008 Emerald Coast Parkway, Suite 201Destin, FL 32541Panama City Beach - Bay County - 30AE-Mail: Jacksonstanford@atthebeachteam.com       Website: www.AtTheBeachTeam.com Jackson StanfordOffice: 850-654-3325Mobile: 850-865-8928Fax: 800-654-2959
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