Archives of real estate blog entries for January 5, 2010 (Page 1)

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Market Update -- Arlington Virginia Condos and Real Estate Sell Like Hotcakes! - 07:39 PM
Arlington Virginia Condos and Real Estate = Huge Upsurge in Sales Buyers and Seller Agree on Values  
Quick Summary of Market Data for 2009 Arlington Homes Sales # of transactions up dramatically Oct-Nov DOM -- days on market down significantly for Arlington condos and homes for sale # of active listings--inventory--drops significantly all equals robust market to finish out 2009 average sale price as a percentage of list price jumped from 92-95% meaning the buyers and sellers are on the same page now more than ever the past few years on the value of the homes for sale
 Days … (0 comments)

You know it's a bad day (with illustrations).... - 12:00 PM
Nothing to do with real estate,just very funny pictures.
Via Russel Ray, San Diego Marketing & Business Consultant (Russel Ray):
I get at least one email a week from my mother-in-law.
Usually they are about home inspections, real estate, fast cars, trains, Texas, sports, cats, and other things that she knows I like.
This morning's email is about knowing when you're having a bad day, and it's even illustrated with cat pictures.
My mother-in-law is soooooooo helpful.
Hope none of you are having a bad day this early in the year!
 
You woke up in a strange place.

 
You … (2 comments)

Selling a Luxury Home - Part 8 - Living Through the Sale - 02:50 PM
Selling a Luxury Home - Part 8 - Living Through the Sale
This is Part 8 in a Series. You may wish to look at the other parts first:
Selling a Luxury Home - Part 1 - Defined
Selling a Luxury Home - Part 2 - A State of Mind
Selling a Luxury Home - Part 3 - Make a Plan
Selling a Luxury Home - Part 4 - The Team - Home Inspector
Selling a Luxury Home - Part 5 - The Team - The Termite Inspector
Selling a Luxury Home - Part 6 - The Team - The Stager
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Brentwood Rose Garden Homes - 04:07 PM
Brentwood Rose Garden Homes
The Rose Garden is a newer Brentwood Community that combines four Pulte Home developments.  These are some of the nicer, yet more affordable homes in Brentwood.  The Rose Garden is located right off Lone Tree Blvd on the North Side of Brentwood.  There is nearby shopping and it is close to the Bypass without being too close for comfort.
The Rose Garden is a well planned community featuring 7 Parks.  On the main entrance is a large park featuring a community pool  Scattered through the neighborhood are 6 small parks with different themes for the kids.
The … (0 comments)

Resolve for 2010 - Make the Move - How to Move your Real Estate Business Online - 10:05 AM
Have you resolved to change your ways in 2010?  If you need help figuring out where to start, I highly recommend Claudia Wicks' new book, Make the Move: How to Move Your Real Estate Business Online. Why is this a great book?  Because I'm in it, silly!!  Just kidding... no, seriously, I am in it.  I'm all of Chapter 15, starting on page 113: A Business Built on the Web.  It's all about how almost all my business is created from something I do online. Why else is this a great book?  Do you really need another reason?  I already told … (19 comments)

Do I Have to Agree with You? - 10:56 AM
Do I have to agree with you?  Do you always agree with me?  I was reading another post this morning by Carol Culkin talking about how some people have a lack of professional courtesy when commenting on other people's blog.  I agree.  There have been many times when I've written something where I got tons and tons of people agreeing with me and the handful of people not agreeing.  Especially on my own blog, I always try to address the opposition with a polite comment back.  Sometimes those people come back and continue to argue in which each situation is then … (24 comments)

I was wrong about President Obama - 09:46 AM
Yes folks - I'm a convert! President Obama is apparently the greatest President in American history! In less than 12 months since he took office, the President has been dealing with a lot.
First of all there was all that stuff he had to deal with that was left to him by "the other guy". But not to worry - he has that sorted out now. The economy is booming (I've been reading the left wing blogs this morning) and healthcare has magically appeared in the Constitution without an Amendment or even an Executive Order. If you believe one of the … (40 comments)

High school tennis about to start! - 08:37 PM


As my regular readers will know, each winter/spring I coach High School Tennis at Dr Phillips High School in Orlando. This year on the weekend before pre-season conditioning starts, we are holding a fund raising tournament.
Tennis is a wonderful high school sport. Frequently my teams end up in the top 10 in the State for average GPA of an athletics team. But of course tennis is starved of cash.
If you are in the Orlando area then PLEASE come and play! If not, then perhaps you would like to be one of our sponsors. Please contact me for … (7 comments)

Day 100: 100 Days of Central Mass Features JCKC Realty! - 10:58 PM
 100 DAYS OF CENTRAL MASS FEATURES JCKC REALTY!
Day 100!!!  Can you believe it?  After writing our series: 100 Days of Central Mass, I decided to write my last post about our team.  Who are we?  We are JCKC Realty!  We have been bringing integrity to the industry with our professional practices and friendly service for 5 years now.  Our clients are not just clients to us, they are our friends. 
JCKC Realty was created by husband and wife team - James and Kathleen Cooper.  James and Kathleen have 15+ combined years of real estate experience.  Our Sturbridge location was opened in March … (8 comments)

January = The Most Depressing Month of The Year - 09:57 AM
I recently read online that January is the most depressing month of the year. Not only is it dark outside longer, but the excitement of the holidays is over. Luckily, I'm not experiencing any depression, but I've found it to be more difficult waking up in the mornings, especially after a few holiday pounds that I've packed on, lol. Let's keep our spirits up and have a great 2010!
Megan PhelpsRE/MAX Heritage817-999-2211soldbyphelps@aol.comwww.soldbyphelps.com
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Downtown Fort Worth - Sundance Square - 01:35 PM
Megan and Jonah PhelpsRE/MAX Heritage817-999-2211soldbyphelps@aol.comwww.soldbyphelps.com
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Haslet, Texas Real Estate - 03:03 PM
Haslet, Texas Real Estate
Haslet, Texas is a growing suburb located just northwest of Fort Worth in Tarrant County. Many homes are located on acreage and have unique features like pipe fencing and large outdoor workshops. In the last 6 months, the average home in Haslet, Texas sold for $266,233 and spent just 87 days on the market. These homes sold on average for $101/square foot. Haslet is still a great place to live even if you are looking for a home on a smaller lot. There are properties that back to Willow Springs Golf Course on approximately 1/4 - 1/2 acre.
If … (1 comments)

Local New Bern News - Market Update - 04:34 PM
This column is customized each month so that I can share with you, the current monthly statistics. Please feel free to contact me if you have any questions! Or, visit my website at www.NewBernHomes.com.HOMES SOLD (Closed), December 1 through December 31 (from NRRAR MLS Service)Under $99,999 = 09$100K-$139,999 = 17$140K-$179,999 = 17$180K-$219,999 = 13$220K-$259,999 = 04$260K-$299,999 = 04$300K-$349,999 = 02$350K-$399,999 = 01$400K-$499,999 = 00$500K-$999,999 = 01Over $1,000,000 = 00
Total December 2009 = 68Total December 2008 = 80Total December 2007 = 119
NEIGHBORHOOD PROPERTIES "SOLD", December 1 through December 31 (from NRRAR MLS Service)
NEIGHBORHOOD PROPERTIES "FOR SALE" (from NRRAR MLS … (0 comments)

50+ Foreclosures for sale in Birmingham Alabama area 01/05/10 - 10:27 AM
50+ Foreclosures for sale in Birmingham Alabama area 01/05/10. Good freezing cold morning to you. There are 50+ foreclosures available for your viewing in the following cities/areas: Fultondale, Gardendale, Pinson, Birmingham, Center Point, Eastlake, Huffman, Trussville, Moody, Asheville, Odenville, Woodlawn, Inglenook, Norwood, Redmont, Southside, Irondale, Crestline Gardens, Homewood, Vestavia Hills, Hoover, Oak Mountain, Vincent, Columbiana, Helena, Alabaster, Calera, Bessemer and Dolomite.
To schedule a showing or want more information on any of these Birmingham Alabama Foreclosures please contact Realtor Gusty Gulas with RealtySouth in Birmingham Alabama. You can call me at 205-218-7560 or email me at gusty1305@gmail.com. You can also find … (0 comments)

New H1N1 Clinic Dates for January Announced in Anchorage - 10:42 AM
New H1N1 clinic dates for January have been announced in Anchorage. 
January 5: 5-9pm, Hanshew Middle School (10121 Lake Otis Pkwy, Anchorage, AK, 99507)January 7: 1-7pm, ChangePoint Church (6689 ChangePoint Dr, Anchorage, AK, 99518)January 12: 5-9pm, Mears Middle School (2700 W 100th Ave, Anchorage, AK, 99515)January 19: 5-9pm, Central Middle School (1405 E St, Anchorage, AK, 99501)January 26: 5-9pm, Begich Middle School (7440 Creekside Center Dr, Anchorage, AK, 99504)
The Municipality of Anchorage needs 25 community volunteers per date for each clinic to help.  Medical volunteers that are trained to administer vaccines are the most sought after, of course.  The United … (0 comments)

Conventional Rehab Loans - 09:52 PM
Conventional Rehabilitation Loans
                             Make over the house to fit your lifestyle...
"We really loved the house, BUT..."
You just toured a home you liked, in a great location. But it didn't have new carpet, had unattractive landscaping, or it needed new electrical wiring throughout the house. Perhaps the house's paint sorely needed updating, or the home just lacked the modern amenities you and your family look for.
 
 
 
Because you can envision the possibilities...
From exterior curb appeal to interior repairs, don't walk away from what could be the Idaho home of your dreams because of things that … (2 comments)

Inspiration and Drive Comes from the Heart - Giving Your Best - 10:23 PM
Absolutely amazing, Brad!  Thanks for sharing this! Definitely worth re-blogging!
Via Brad Andersohn ~ Community Manager (ActiveRain):
Do you have the drive to survive, to win, to press on toward the goal? Are you one that sometimes just wants to throw in the towel and quit? It doesn't matter who you are or what you do, there will always be weight that is carried on your shoulders. Do you have what it takes to meet the challenge, and meet or exceed your goals? This video will definitely put things into perspective. Prepare to be touched and inspired! Sometimes we can be our own … (6 comments)

Stowe Vermont Land Sales - Market Report for Years 2005 through 2009 - 07:52 PM
Stowe Vermont Land Sales - Market Report for Years 2005 through 2009
Now that 2009 is over, I have been compiling my year end data for my sales reports.  I decided to start with Stowe Land Sales because there was not much activity with land sales in 2009.  Land is hard to quantify because prices vary so much based on factors not easily apparent.  Such factors include:1.  Size of Lot - Generally, the larger the lot, the less it will cost based on a per acre formula.2.  Location of Lot - Some neighborhoods are definitely more desirable.3.  Views from Lot - … (1 comments)

10803 BELLAMY CT, ORLANDO FL 32817 - 08:04 PM
 
 MLS# O4953588            10803 BELLAMY CT, ORLANDO FL 32817     $$$ 145,000 $$$

Purchase this property for as little as 3 percent down! This property is approved for HomePath Mortgage and HomePath Renovation Mortgage. Fantastic home with a bright, airy and open floorplan. Great layout and spacious rooms make the home very inviting. To top it all off, it has a sparkling pool for those hot summer days! *If exact square footage is a concern, unit should be independently measured.
For the latest status on this property and many more like it in Orlando, contact Steve Glose with Keller Williams Realty direct at … (0 comments)

567 BREEZY OAK WAY, APOPKA FL 32712 - 08:08 PM
 
MLS#  O4953942          567 BREEZY OAK WAY, APOPKA FL 32712      $$$ 162,500 $$$

Purchase this property for as little as 3 percent down! This property is approved for HomePath Mortgage and HomePath Renovation Mortgage. Fabulous home located in Apopka with that "like new" feeling. Nice, open and spacious rooms. Island in kitchen with plenty of room for entertaining and a nice master bath for relaxing at the end of the day. *If exact square footage or room size is a concern, unit should be independently measured.
For the latest status on this property and many more like it in Apopka, contact Steve … (0 comments)

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