Home Prices in Mission Viejo Tim Lorenz 9/25/2016 This week’s report on home values for Mission Viejo and surrounding areas homes is prepared by a Mission Viejo Realtor Tim Lorenz. The report shows the Orange County Median Prices for resale homes were up 4.4 percent, for new homes up 0.2 percent ... 09/25/2016

Did you know that September 25th is National One-Hit Wonder Day? Today recognizes those musical artists who had but only one Top 40 single hit. Have you got a favorite one-hit wonder song? It's amazing how often I'll hear a song on the radio that brings back memories and find out that it was the ... 09/25/2016

Almost Speechless Sunday - Antique Phone  This antique phone is located in our friend’s Condo in New York City. The phone still is operational and is connected to a direct line to the reception desk. I like antiques of just about any nature and especially old phones or phone booths.  If you are l... 09/25/2016

Sellers may feel reluctant to reveal any minor problems with their home, afraid they’ll scare off buyers. But here’s a warning for sellers: They may land in legal trouble if they fail to completely fill out the disclosures and disclose any defects that they are aware of. See lessons here  09/25/2016

In most recent months, the onslaught of real estate sales in the Portland Metro area has had a wave effect on what is happening here for real estate transactions 90 minutes away, on lakehomes at  Fishhawk Lake in Birkenfeld Oregon. The pool of appraisers is stagnant, and the average age of apprai... 09/25/2016

 3053 Champions Drive, Maryville, TN 37801 Price: $275,000 MLS #: 975334 Bedrooms: 4 Bathrooms: 2.5 Square Footage: 2,739 SPACIOUS ALL-BRICK 2-STORY HOME IN ONE OF MARYVILLE'S PREMIER GOLF COMMUNITIES! Enjoy stunning mountain views from this lovely move-in ready home that backs up to the 2nd tee ... 09/25/2016

Thanks to Lottie Kendall, I finally made it to see the Mosaic steps in San Francisco. My husband wanted to push off that excursion to our last day there, but that's when I had scheduled a massage, and we would not have gone. It would have been dangerously too close to our departure time to catch ... 09/25/2016

Centreville, VA Townhouse Under Contract On August 25th (2016) I had the pleasure of listing this renovated two bedroom, three bathroom, three level townhouse at 14148 Asher View in Centreville, VA.    Initially, a look at what was on the market in August showed not much.  So my seller and I disc... 09/25/2016

  Speechless Sundays:  Plenty of Pink in this Pad      09/25/2016

Every day is REALTOR® Safety day, but every year NAR has a month to focus on the subject.  Mike Cooper wrote an excellent post.   September is Realtor Safety Month, and it's a good time to reflect on how we conduct our business. I tend to be a pretty lighthearted person. Actually, I think life is... 09/25/2016

What is a VA Loan? A VA loan is type of mortgage, provided by a private lender. These loans are guaranteed by U.S. Dept of Veterans Affairs These loans were created to offer American Veterans and their spouse long term financing with some great benefits.(shopping for a home)How does this benefit... 09/25/2016

The most recent world events have left many shocked, and some are fearful. I completely understand. We live in perilous times. It doesn't matter if it's a terrorist attack or an attack on a Realtor. It's all unnerving and scary, but there are things you can do to be prepared and to protect yourse... 09/25/2016

 14219 Anita Marie Lane Austin, TX. 787282 bedrooms, 1 bath 950 square feet.Priced at $159,000Don't miss this fantastic Austin Texas property! Great floor plan with open kitchen / living room and a soaring vaulted ceiling. Gorgeous trees, private back yard, and great garage. Easy access to major ... 09/25/2016

" When Winter Comes Again " an original song by Yours truly...I wanted to share with you a song I wrote a few years after a very difficult season of loss, illness and hardship in my life.I was inspired to tell a bit of my story by the crisp morning air early this morning when I opened the door to... 09/25/2016

43 Open House in Darien Today ~ September 25th, 2016.Out of the 211 single family homes for sale on the Darien MLS 43 of them will be having an open house today Sunday September 25, 2016.The viewing times tend to range from 10:30 am to 5:00 with the majority of them being between 1:00 to 3:00. Op... 09/25/2016

What’s Not to Love About Martin County Florida?I’ve been in Martin County Florida for over 30 years now which makes it the place that where I’ve lived the longest time by more than triple the time of any place in my life. It’s the perfect place to be for those with families as we boast a wonderfu... 09/25/2016

Canterbury Homes in Thompsons Station TN 37179 - September 2016 - 13 Canterbury homes closed during the month of August 2016 at an average sales price of $373,566, with only 9 homes available for purchase, it's a sellers market. the average days on market for Canterbury homes sold was only 57 day... 09/25/2016

 Sunday Market ReportTacoma, Washington (9/25/2016)Paul S Henderson, Residential Broker, RE/MAX Professionals, Realtor, preferred Tacoma Washington Agent and Broker or   What's my Tacoma Washington home worth?Check by clicking HERE!  I know this market; don't you want a Realtor who does?   For fu... 09/25/2016

Donald Trump 45th President by Robert Vegas Bob SwetzHere is a old post I wrote back in April 28th 2016 and in less than 2 months the United States will have a new president.So are you ready for Donald Trump? And if you not ready I would suggest you prepare yourself and give him the respect he de... 09/25/2016

5 Tips For Preparing Your Vacation Home For The Off SeasonIt’s that time of year again when we have to pack up our winter home for the summer. Another fun season has reached its end. If your home will be empty during the summer months, take the time to prepare the home so that you are not surpris... 09/25/2016