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Avon Real Estate Market Shows Some Positive Signs in August, 2011
While there were more homes sold there were also more homes on the market, albeit a slight 0.3-percent more. Compared to this same month 1 year ago, however, there were 12.4 percent fewer Avon homes…
Daily Market Report 10/18/11
http://MikesDailyMarketReport.com: Provides the mortgage interest rate trends and navigates through the current interest rates for home loans.  Mike Bjork provides this daily service by watching the…
Wayne Township Improves in August, 2011
The improvement was not huge in the Wayne Township real estate market, but it was there and could be felt. From a supply-demand standpoint, fewer homes on the market at this point is a good thing. In…
Washington Township Pending Sales Down 27.4 Percent in August, 2011
The total number of Washington Township homes for sale rose 0.3 percent, from 1,157 in July to 1,160 in August. What’s good about this is, at least from a market health standpoint, is the fact that…
HUD homes offer great deal in Glendale, Arizona
If you've been looking for a home, and have not settled on your choice, than I have a surprise for you! Take a look at this property below and I think you will be amazed. This home has a lot to offer the…
Home Sales Up Across the Board in Warren Township in August, 2011
After hitting a 6-month high of 820 in May, 2011 the total number of Warren Township homes for sale has fallen in each of the ensuing months, August being no exception. Most recently, total listings…
Pike Township Market Lacks Oomph in August, 2011
The total number of Pike Township homes for sale didn’t fall much, but it did fall 1.1 percent, from 646 in July to 639 in August. Considering the market doesn’t exactly suffer from a lack of inventory…
Perry Township Pending Sales Rise 17.1 Percent in August, 2011
One bright spot for the Perry Township real estate market had to do with the fact that, compared to the previous month’s total of 646 listings, August was down 1.1 percent in this category. Versus…
Lawrence Township Real Estate Market Under-Performs in August, 2011
If there was one sure bright spot it had to do with the fact that the total number of Lawrence Township homes for sale fell 3.6 percent versus the previous month’s total of 937. Even more, compared…
Looking for Contractor to do Escrow required Repairs?
Hi Realtors and Home Buyers--I am realtor who has as a friend and contractor Marc Lerch from Under Pressure who has saved several of my FHA and VA buyers in the last week of escrow.  We have seen FHA…
Franklin Township Sales Up 5.7 Percent in August, 2011
    No agent would welcome the prospect of even more homes on the market—at least no agent in his or her right mind. But more listings is exactly what the Franklin Township real estate market…
Decatur Township Pending Sales Rise 11.4 Percent in August, 2011
One area of improvement that cannot be overstated is that of total listings. Let’s face it, the market doesn’t need more inventory at this point; which is why it’s good the total number of Decatur…
It's Time To Buy That House... or Condo
I found the below article from The Wall Street Journal very interesting.  If you can hold on to a property for a minimum of five years, now is historically one of the best times to buy... or invest.  The…
Harvest Ranch
The 39th annual Harvest Festival is upon us.  The Harvest Festival is this weekend, October 21st – 23rd, at the Del Mar fairgrounds.  This festival is for the whole family and features over 300 artists…
Zionsville Average Time on Market Improves Significantly in August, 2011
It wasn’t much, but the total number of Zionsville homes for sale fell 0.6 percent, from 318 in July to 316 in August—at this point, any decrease in listings is a good thing! What’s more, compared…
KCSD scuttles senior tax relief program
KCSD scuttles senior tax relief program The Kennett Consolidated School District has suspended its Generations United program for the remainder of the 2011-12 school year. The school board indicated…
Westfield Real Estate Market Has the Right Stuff in August, 2011
Ask any Westfield home seller and you won’t find any disagreement on this point: The market would benefit by a significant decrease in the number of homes for sale. This is true not only of the Westfield…
Plainfield Real Estate Market News Mixed for August, 2011
If there’s one stat where negative numbers are preferred then surely it is that of total listings. It wasn’t much, by total listings changed -0.5 percent in August versus the previous month. But…
Noblesville Closings Rise 46.6 Percent in August, 2011
The good news for sellers was there was less competition as the total number of Noblesville homes for sale fell 1.7 percent, from 700 in July to 688 in August. But the difference was most pronounced…
Mooresville Pending Sales Up 5.6 Percent in August, 2011
There were 173 Mooresville homes for sale in August, or 1.7 percent fewer, compared to the previous month’s total of 173. Compared to 197 homes listed for sale on the Mooresville real estatemarket last…
Martinsville Home Sales Rise 34.6 Percent in August, 2011
There were 1.1 percent fewer sellers in the market in August, as the total number of Martinsville homes for sale fell to 282, down from the previous month’s total of 285. Compared to last August’s…
Indianapolis Home Sales Improve 2.8 Percent in August, 2011
A positive development for the Indianapolis market was a downturn in the total number of Indianapolis homes for sale (6,997) versus the previous month’s total of 7,085. Not only is this a 1.2-percent…
Greenwood Home Sales Rise 25 Percent in August, 2011
Since reaching a 12-month peak of 736 in May of 2011 the total number of Greenwood homes for sale has now fallen for the third consecutive month, most recently totaling 685, making for a 2-percent decrease…
August, 2011 Greenfield Home Sales Up 81.5 Percent Versus 1 Year Ago
And with 2.8 fewer sellers on the market in August the market inched toward healthier balance between supply and demand. Compared to last August’s total of 355 Greenfield homes for sale this represents…
August, 2011 Franklin Real Estate Market Better Off Versus 1 Year Ago
The good news for sellers was that there was 5.1 percent less competition on the market as the total number of Franklin homes for sale fell from 237 in July to 225 in August. But what’s most impressive…
Kent - Beautiful 3 bed on over an Acre
Property Website Priced at $275,000 Bedrooms:  3 Bathrooms:  2Home Size:  2,020 sq.ft. Garage:  2Lot Size:  46,173 sq.ft. Community:  Lake YoungsCounty:  King Property Type:  Single Family DetachedYear…
Fishers Average Time on Market Improves 16 Percent in August, 2011
After reaching a 12-month high of 710 in June of 2011 the total number of Fishers homes for sale has now fallen for 2 consecutive months, most recently falling 3.8 percent, from 706 in July to 679 in…
August, 2011 Danville Real Estate Market Improved Significantly Versus 1 Year Ago
Ask real estate agents almost anywhere and they’ll tell you that the market needs fewer listings in order to restore the supply-demand balance. Fortunately for seller in Danville, fewer listings is…
Salvaged Building Materials You Say?
I cannot begin to tell you how many times I've salvaged home projects with pre-used building materials. When you own an older home, or you want to keep period characteristics it's imperative to find that…
Carmel Real Estate Market Sees Few bright Spots in August, 2011
But while there were fewer homes sold there were also fewer Carmel homes for sale, 4.3 percent fewer, to be exact. In fact, August’s total of 823 listings marked the second consecutive month that total…
Brownsburg Real Estate Market Sees Little Improvement in August, 2011
The total number of Brownsburg homes for sale fell by a total of 1. While this can barely be called an “improvement” it is nevertheless better than the alternative–in this market, any decrease…
Jupiter Farms Property in Florida
Jupiter Farms real estate and equestrian homes in Jupiter, Florida offers residents a neighborhood with large lots of one acre or more that are only minutes from the Jupiter Beach. The popular community…
Avon Real Estate Market Shows Some Positive Signs in August, 2011
While there were more homes sold there were also more homes on the market, albeit a slight 0.3-percent more. Compared to this same month 1 year ago, however, there were 12.4 percent fewer Avon homes…
Wylie High School Class of 2012 Fundraiser
This year, the Wylie High School Class of 2012 Senior Parent Committee is selling fall flowers for their fall fundraiser.  These festive fall flowers and plants are fresh and locally grown.  You may…
New Angle on Small Bath
The designers opened up the room by removing the old sink and installing a new limestone vanity in the corner, where it could become a focal point without blocking traffic. Out went the shutters, exposing…
Mortgage applications poised to dig deeper
Many consumers applying for a mortgage are going to start sharing more personal information with lenders next year, like it or not.FICO scores, the industry standard for determining credit risk in mortgages…
Types of Flooring and Their Costs
When it comes to flooring, and many other aspects of a home’s interior, opinions vary. Some people swear by classic hardwood to increase a homes value, while others love the look of tile and some homeowners…
Master Bath Miracle
After: A freestanding tub is a shapely replacement for the old one. The floor is now neutral travertine. An added luxury: The contractor installed an electric heating mat under the tile. myhomeideas.com/Southern…
Beautiful HUD Home offer in Surprise, Arizona
Welcome home! A single level, three bedroom and two bath home with exterior stone front, front and back landscaping.  This one catches the eye.  There is an eat-in kitchen with breakfast bar and custom…
Rolling Hills Tequesta Homes For Sale
Rolling Hills is a gated waterfront community on the Intracoastal Waterway in Tequesta, Florida that offers waterfront property as well as homes that are close to the water without the high price. The…
Stage a Vintage Bath with PAINT & Towels
STAGE a dull bath with fresh blue beaded board and white paint. Add towels with contrasting color for ZIP.photo source: myhomeideas.com/Southern Living
Nice HUD Home Offer in Surprise, Arizona
This home is a great starter!  A single level with two bedrooms and two baths.  Bight open floor plan, vaulted ceilings and spacious kitchen are just some of the appealing features of this home.  Take…
250 Mcgaffigan Mill road, boulder creek, ca
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Toll Brothers in Keller,Texas
The Bluffs at Heritage, with beautiful rolling terrain and lush landscaping, is an exclusive 200-acre neighborhood of wooded trails, spacious home sites and stunning views set inside the 2,300 acre master…
Philadelphia Film Festival Begins This Week
Enjoying our blog posts? Take a moment to Like us on Facebook to get updates on everything Philly!The city's annual celebration of independent films returns thanks to the ongoing efforts of the Philadelphia…
Good Time To Buy A House
I hear it day in and day out around here. “It is a good time to buy a house!” There are many reasons it is such a good time to buy, prices are down, rents are up, rates are down… It goes on and on.…
Prosperity Harbor Homes in North Palm Beach
Prosperity Harbor is a gated community that offers North Palm Beach waterfront  property as well as homes and townhomes that are close to the water but without the higher price of owning homes that…
What kind of siding is on this house, and what kind of roofing material (asphalt, metal, etc.)? Thanks
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Fall - Home Check List by Bob Vila
1. Roof: Check the roof and around vents, skylights, and chimneys for leaks. Repair as necessary.2. Attic: If there is no ridge vent, keep gable vents open year-round to ensure proper ventilation.3.…
No Beard Day * Always October 18th
No Beard Day exists so you have a good reason to shave your beard. You've had a beard so long, that you don't know what you'd look like without one. And, your lady friend isn't so fond of it. Today brings…
Stop Foreclosure: Another Short Sale "Insider" to Know!
Westminster CO – We have received some interesting responses from some of our past clients in regards to the tactics the short sale lenders are doing after the closed short sale! It appears that after…
Cement in Your Toilet? Foreclosure Market Flush with Damaged Inventory
Three years into the national real estate swoon, increasing numbers of real estate agents are collecting more scary tales about what they discover when they step inside a forclosure….Baseboards,…
Jackson Square at UF – Gainesville Florida Real Estate
    One of my favorite condo communities in Gainesville is Jackson Square. There is something about the building and location that has always caught my attention. Which condo community near UF is your…
San Diego Real Estate for Sale at North Mission Beach
North Mission Beach Pacific Beach Homes for SaleVisit the beautiful properties for sale at North Mission Beach and the wonderful opportunities this lovely community offers for recreation and entertainment.…
Death in a home
I found out that the owner on 510 Cartagena Lane in San Ramon died in the house. I asked about this when I went to go look at the house and the deceased lady's son who owns it said no, I found out…
Property Taxes in Diaster Areas Including a Drought
Appraisal District Disaster Assistance If requested by a federal, state, or local government emergency management authority, a chief appraiser must provide information and assistance pertinent to disaster…
627 Elizabeth Street - OldTown - Key West
The bright and cheery Cigar Maker Cottage at 627 Elizabeth Street sits near the tippy-top of Solares Hill, the highest spot on the Island of Key West. The home was meticulously renovated and received…
Energy & Money Saver
Turn off the burner before you are done cooking When you turn off an electric burner, it doesn’t cool off immediately. Use that to your advantage by turning it off early and using the residual heat to…
Quiz: Am I ready to Buy?
There are lots of eager would-be buyers out there. It’s no wonder why! The market currently offers many ideal buying conditions. Interest rates are still at historic lows (for those with excellent credit).…
the LISTING AGENT is so difficult to get a hold of by my broker and me. how can we even VIEW &/or BUY it???
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Great HUD Home in Surprise, Arizona
This home is a two story with five bedrooms and three baths has just been reduced in price.  The home has a lot of upgrades such as 42" maple cabinets, custom paint and extended patio. A unique feature…
Not Sure if New is the Time to Buy or Sell a Home?
We all watch the news everyday and hear different stories on the housing market and the economy. The question is what do we believe? It is true the housing market has taken a hit, but some States have…
Xanadu by the Sea in Jupiter, Florida
Xanadu by the Sea is a community located on the beaches of Jupiter, Florida. The neighborhood offers 65 homes with floor plans that range from 2,500 living square feet to over 5,500 square feet under…
5 Inexpensive Home Updates to Complete before Listing Your Home
5 Inexpensive Home Updates to Complete before Listing Your Home This post goes back a couple of months, but the contents are worth repeating.  If you are considering selling your present home, and would…
What are those scary noises in your house…
All houses make noises, some stranger than others. When I was a child those noises would sometimes keep me awake but now as a home inspector I have a much better understanding of what causes them. Homes…
i am very interested in this listing, i was jus wondering what the deposit was and how soon i could move into this apt.
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Fannie survey shows Americans expect more declines in home prices
Americans believe home prices will drop another 1.1% over the next year while mortgage rates maintain record low levels, Fannie Mae said in its September national housing survey. Fannie Chief Economist…
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Shout out to TRULIA.com/blog... From Penny O'Brien with Simply Vegas RE in Las Vegas, NV
I have been using Trulia.com for a number of years and have had great success.  I am very grateful for how the site runs and how professional it is.  I hope that more people continue to use it, Trulia.com is…
Foreclosure Relief: www.rescue4closures.com
Brian Arendes, CDPE, SFR, CNS   239-823-3415www.rescue4closures.com   Navigating Short Sales: What to Do When the Sale Price Leaves You ShortIf you're thinking of selling your home, and you expect that…
Real Estate Transaction Series: Full Disclosure
Originally posted on my Denver Real Estate Blog | Real Estate Transaction Series: Full Disclosure I get many questions working with Denver real estate clients or Highlands Ranch homes sellers and buyers…
Thirty-Year Rate Jumps Back Up Above 4% Mark in One Week's Time
The run for below-four-percent 30-year mortgage rates was short-lived. After a history-making drop to 3.94 percent last week, Freddie Mac has recorded an 18 basis point jump in the average interest rate…
The Deals are out there - Check out the numbers on this buy.
Today I helped clients close on a property in New Castle, CO for $130,000. These units sold for $350,000 in 2007. It is a 3 bed / 2.5 bath duplex in immaculate condition over 1600 sq.ft with a 2 car garage. They…
RealtyTrac's Embargoed Q3/Sept. 2011 U.S. Foreclosure Market Report
RealtyTrac, the leading online marketplace for foreclosure properties, today released its U.S. Foreclosure Market Report for the third quarter of 2011, which shows foreclosure filings - default notices,…
Bank of America Launches 'Test-and-Learn' Short Sale Program in Florida
Bank of America has begun a pilot program in Florida offering extra incentive payouts to distressed homeowners who agree to and successfully close on a short sale. Incentive payments for relocation…
Instead of Slashing Prices, Sellers are Pulling out of the Market, Stats Suggest
Instead of slashing prices, sellers are pulling out of the market, stats suggestPosted by Scott Van Voorhis October 18, 2011 Buyers should be cashing in right now, scooping up homes at bargain prices,…
Senators Call for Immediate Action to Help Homeowners Refinance
Market watchers have their eyes peeled for word from Washington that officials will relax the rules of a government refinancing program to allow underwater homeowners with loans backed by Fannie Mae…
Deadline for ‘Jumbo’ Mortgage Rate Change October 1
$625,000 To Be Maximum Loan Amount in Much of DC Area More buyers in high-cost areas may be motivated to purchase a home before an Oct. 1 deadline when the government plans to scale back the size of “jumbo”…
Fed-Ex is a big employer at Alliance Airport,Texas
FORT WORTH -- FedEx, with its fleet of airplanes, trucks and delivery vans, carries packages of all sizes and shapes in the air and on the ground. It's also a trucking company that carries freight down…
Daily Mortgage Market and Lock Advisory
DAILY MORTGAGE LOCK ADVISORY  October 18, 2011, 7:45 AM PST Click for Lock Advice Updated Several Times Daily     Mortgage Interest Rate lock Advice for locks within 7 days:  LOCK Mortgage Points…
3rd Quarter Housing Update for South Portland ME
During the 3rd quarter, the South Portland ME real estate market saw 81 homes and condos sold with a median sales price of 191K. This represents a volume increase of 23% compared with the 3rd quarter of…
Foreclosure Rate Drops For The 12th Straight Month
Foreclosure activity continues to slow throughout the United States.According to data from RealtyTrac, a national foreclosure-tracking firm, the number of foreclosure filings dipped below 215,000 in September…
Preserving Home Ownership Tax Benefits Vital to Housing Market, Say Realtors®
“Today, witnesses before the Senate Finance Committee were in complete agreement that now is not the time to make changes to the mortgage interest deduction. NAR is pleased that a range of witnesses…
Homeownership Decline Outpaces All but Great Depression
The national homeownership rate fell by 1.1 percentage points between 2000 and 2010. The U.S. Census Bureau says it’s the steepest drop since the period from 1930 to 1940, when the rate plummeted by…
I'd like to buy a short sale. I don't understand the back-up offer process, and am dealing with a difficult listing agent, what steps
should I take? I've been house hunting for months. About 2 weeks ago I found my dream home. After sorting through the controversy of whether is was under contract or not, I was presented with the…
Check out this Mundelein Community profile...
...COMMUNITY PROFILE: LAKE COUNTY Mundelein vibrant and affordable... Northwest suburb offers variety in housing and things to do Newcomers can find a broad range of houses and apartments in Mundelein…
Mortgage professional / owner Sky Valley Financial Inc
Are you an enrolled Native American Tribal member?  If you are or know someone who is, they may qualify for a little known program called Section 184.  This is similar to FHA but has no monthly mortgage…
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