Archives of real estate blog entries for August 25, 2008 (Page 9)

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Matthews Alive this Labor Day weekend! - 09:36 AM
The town of Matthews NC will be having it's annual Matthews Alive festival this Labor Day weekend. Starting Friday and continuing until Monday, there will be food, arts and crafts, live music, rides, games, and more. There will be 150 arts and crafts vendors, tons of food choices, 4 stages for performance and music, and a parade on Saturday at 10am. About one hundred thousand people are expected to attend, so bring the whole family and go out and have a good time!
For more information about Matthews and homes for sale in Matthews, contact the Carolina Home Pros Team at … (0 comments)

Smoky Mountain Folk Festival - 10:20 AM
So much going on this weekend, so little time. Living in Charlotte is great, with so much to do here and in surrounding towns. The beach is only a few hours away, and the mountains are even closer, about 2 hours. This weekend in Waynesville/Lake Junaluska, located in the gorgeous Smoky Mountains, west of Charlotte, the 37th Annual Smoky Mountain Folk Festival will be held. Banjo players, square dancers, fiddlers, and bag pipers will will be there to entertain Friday and Saturday nights. Admission is only $10. Sounds like a fun and easy way to get outta Charlotte for the holiday … (0 comments)

New school being built in York County, SC - 10:59 AM
A brand new York County, SC high school campus will be built, starting as early as this week, with completion projected for 2010. With over 400,000 square feet on 128 acres, the high school will be the largest and nicest in York County, with plans to build with a green/sustainable mindset. Able to accommodate up to 1,800 students, the school will be located at Lincoln Road and Alexander Love Highway.
The Carolina Home Pros Team at RE/MAX Metro Realtycan help you with home buying in York County, give them a call today!
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Are you an optimist? - 11:27 AM
I came across an interesting article online today from the Charlotte Observer. I like to consider myself an optimist, as challenging as that may be at times. The article is great in general, but also relate-able to me, and probably you, as it makes mention of the housing 'situation' that the nation is currently experiencing. I especially like the part about things being 'cyclic'. Enjoy.
http://www.charlotteobserver.com/business/story/147660.html
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Buyer Affordability--Lower Prices vs. Getting A Loan - 08:34 PM
The good news is that more buyers don't need as much annual income in order to qualify, but what about loan qualification? First of all, price drops are out there, especially with condos. If a condo is for you, this is the time to start examining your options. Right now, a qualified buyer could find a one-bedroom condominium in Belmont Heights for as low as $190,000 with dues at $252/month, and downtown prices start even lower at $75,000 for a studio with dues at $126/month. If you prefer a single family home, try a lovely 2 bedroom/1 bath home in Lakewood's … (2 comments)

8/24/08 - Update for Western Prince William County, Greater Manassas, Bristow, Gainesville, Haymarket, Nokesville - 04:51 AM
Here are the listings that were added or changed on 8/24/08 Sorted by CITY then SUBDIVISION
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8/24/08 - Update for Eastern Prince William County including Dale City, Woodbridge, Dumfries, Triangle - 12:28 PM
Here are the listings that were added or changed on 8/24/08 Sorted by CITY then SUBDIVISION
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2852 SE Robin Way, Gresham OR - 07:17 PM
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Horse Property - Killinworth CT - 09:51 AM
Amazing Equestrian property sited on 16 acres in Killingworth CT
Tom Burland, Coldwell Banker Madison CT, www.Ct-Shore-Homes.com  TomBurland@ct-shore-homes.com
Tranquil setting on 16 acres in Killingworth CT, Barn has 7-9 stalls with Wash Stall, the 5 paddocs have water run to them and two have run-in sheds.  Home is 2400 sqft 3 bedroom.
 
 
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SUMMER RECAP! - 06:40 PM
SUMMER RECAP! 
It has been an exciting and confusing summer for most people in regards to the markets, real estate, economy, gas prices you name it! A few facts:
Markets*:
• Yes, the DJIA (Dow Jones) is down 6.8% since Memorial Day, hitting its 52 week low July 15th.
• S & P 500 down 6.1% and NASDAQ down 1.2%
• The 10-Year Treasury yield has hit close to its lowest levels this quarter, hopefully inching the 30 year   fixed rate gradually lower.
• Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac stock dipped to lowest levels (FRE $2.26, FNM $3.53). Posting $14.9B … (5 comments)

This Just Smells of Dumb - 10:57 PM
Christiansburg's Town Council has approved the use of low speed vehicles on Town streets.
Just because the Commonwealth allows it, doesn't mean it makes it a good idea <insert sound of your Mother's voice here>.
They're called low-speed vehicles for a reason.  Putting them on streets with vehicles that travel at HIGH speed, when they have no exterior protection or safety features, is just asking for trouble.
Councilman Huppert has it right, I think, but why did he give in?


"... should the vehicles become a problem."  How will we determine that they're truly a problem?  When someone loses … (0 comments)

Think Recycling Doesn't Make a Difference? - 11:12 PM
Was sent this link by a reader.  The savings from paper alone are tremendous ... Recycling a ton of paper saves:
17 trees 275 pounds of sulphur 350 lbs of limestone 9,000 lbs of steam 60,000 gal of water 225 kilowatt hours 3.3 cubic yards of landfill space Do your part.  Reduce.  Reuse.  Recycle.
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The Offer, the Inspection and the Money - 08:06 PM
In a recent post about Counting Chickens Before They're Hatched, I mentioned that I feeling pretty good about things until the inspection came along and had a lot of stuff on there that the Seller really hadn't expected.
Of course, the Seller had all their money tied up in the house and, to make matters even more interesting, the Sellers had moved out of the area and weren't planing on coming back.  So here we were with lots of little and not-so-little repair items, a Seller with no money (yet) and me facing the possibility of coordinating multiple  contractors to do … (9 comments)

Is there a New Law Prohibiting Bar B Que use in Condo Communities in California? - 11:47 AM
I have recently acquired a new first time home buyer. Mr. & Mrs. Buyer are currently renting an apartment. Their motivations for moving are rent increases and a new restriction that has been imposed on them by their landlord. Mrs. Buyer told me that they can no longer use a Bar B Que at their apartment because of a New Law that has been enacted.  
Their concern is that this law will carry over to condominiums and town home communities as well. I have searched the CAR database and I have not been able to find anything about this. Do you have any knowledge of this?
 
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Even Alan Greenspan Thinks So - 04:27 PM
Right now we are in a Different time…right? And like any rough time in our economy, being positive and truthful is necessary. Most of what you are hearing and seeing is negative and down right depressing. But I have to say, if you’ve been reading any of my blog entries [ come on, I know you have =) ], you will have noticed that there are a lot of positive things happening in the real estate market.
When was the last time that you could buy a home in Southern California at such a discount? And when was the last time … (4 comments)

Russian Roulette... With Fully Loaded Gun - 01:48 AM
One of the misunderstandings that I constantly ran into in the US is that Americans judge everything by their own standard. According to the Americans, we are all the same, and given equal opportunities, would behave the same, would cherish the same ideas and pray to the same gods.
There is practically nothing you can do to explain to the Americans that this is as far from the reality as it can only be. You mention corruption and you hear "Yes, our government is also corrupted", you say something about police brutality, and you hear "Yes, we know, we have it". You say … (7 comments)

First Time Home Buyers Workshop in Orlando, FL September 6 - 03:28 PM
FIRST TIME HOME BUYERS WORKSHOP Saturday, September 6, 2008 10 - 1 PM
Are you thinking about buying your first home or have questions about down payment assistance?
Well, this is the Workshop for you. This workshop is free of charge and we will be offering an answer and question session. Soft drinks will be provided.

We will discuss Nehemiah and SHIP Down Payment Assistance Programs for both Seminole & Orange county, in addition to the City of Orlando. You will meet with Professionals in the field of homeownership and lending to discuss the process, how to purchase a home … (0 comments)

Lake Mary Properties up for auction come bid online - 05:52 PM
Homes up for auction!!!!
Ready to bid on your next home? I have homes listed from Lake Mary to Orlando all available for bidding online. That's right you have the opportunity to bid on these homes just like you do on Ebay. So how does this whole bidding thing work? Glad you asked.

Here's how bidding works:

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It's an "online, real time" format, visit my auctions here.

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When you place a bid, you enter the maximum amount you're willing to pay for the property. The seller and other bidders won't know your maximum bid amount.

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Orlando Area homes up for online bidding - 05:55 PM
Homes up for auction!!!!
Ready to bid on your next home? I have homes listed from Lake Mary to Orlando all available for bidding online. That's right you have the opportunity to bid on these homes just like you do on Ebay. So how does this whole bidding thing work? Glad you asked.

Here's how bidding works:

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      It's an "online, real time" format, visit my auctions here.

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      When you place a bid, you enter the maximum amount you're willing to pay for the property. The seller and other bidders won't know your … (2 comments)

Excellent Site for Mortgage Fraud and Borrower Abuse Information - 10:48 AM
 
http://www.flippingfrenzy.com/ is a very useful site for a borrower or a real estate professional to get insight into the when, what, why, and how, of mortgage fraud and home buyer & home refinancer abuse.
Take a look and bookmark that site!
 
Helping Home Buyers Locate, Evaluate, and Negotiate great home deals!Jon Boyd, Broker/ManagerThe Home Buyer's Agent of Ann Arbor, Inc.http://buyersagentannarbor.com/734-6620-62401908 W. Stadium Blvd. Ann Arbor, MI 48103Ann Arbor's Most experienced Exclusive Buyer's Brokerage!
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