Archives of real estate blog entries for March 24, 2010

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TOP 10 QUESTIONS TO ASK THE SHORT SALE LISTING AGENT BEFORE MAKING AN OFFER - 09:45 PM
 
HOW TO EVALUATE A LISTING AGENT IF YOU ARE REPRESENTING A BUYER 
 
 1. What is your experience representing sellers in short sales? 
 
Dealing with a knowledgeable and experienced agent who has successfully closed many short sales is the sine qua non for a successful short sale. 
 
Thousands of agents are now taking short sale certification programs and presenting themselves as short sale specialists.  Many of these agents have never closed a short sale in their lives.  In fact many of the people teaching certification classes have themselves never closed a short sale.
 
Knowing the … (189 comments)

Whatcha Lookin At? Take Advantage of Active Rain University. - 08:37 PM
Whatcha Lookin At? Take Advantage of Active Rain University.
Actively being on Active Rain lately and reading many BLOGS I noticed who has costumed BLOGs and who doesn't. I really liked all the custom BLOGS and so... wanted to have one myself. I will be the first to admit that I am technology challenged. I came across a recent BLOG by Jeremy Blanton entitled ActiveRain University Presents Customizing Your ActiveRain Blog. After I saw the post I immediately signed up for the the Active Rain University class given by him.
In one hour Jeremy showed me how to make a custom … (44 comments)

Realtors are not inspectors - 08:26 AM
Recently on one of those "Ask the Realtor"-type websites (that rhymes with Droolia), a Realtor answered a question about viewing homes without your Realtor with this response:
1. Your Realtor should view all homes with you to ensure the home is in good working order and that you are getting a good home.
"To ensure your home is in good working order..."?
While I, as a Realtor, know a great deal about homes, having attended many, many inspections (and learning something new from each and every one)... I do not sell my services as an inspector.  I am not qualified to … (129 comments)

Active Rain University Class - Maximize Your ActiveRain Blogs With Zillow - 10:00 PM
When Brad asked me to lead a session at Active Rain University, I was psyched! When Brad told me to look at the schedule for a date, I was IMPRESSED. 
I must admit that I thought Active Rain University was something that was held once a week and focused on how to use Active Rain.  Boy was I wrong!  Check out the schedule here for yourself!  Some days they are even holding multiple sessions, with knock out speakers on a wide range of topics.  This is an incredible service to members. 
You can catch me this Monday, March 29th at Noon EST (9:00 am … (31 comments)

Lousy Cell Reception at your home, office, or the home you want to buy? - 11:20 PM
In our modern ever connected world quality cell reception is key.  I need my Crackberry fix constantly so I need good reception.  I live somewhere near the edge of the world or so the lousy cell reception at my house would lead you to believe. I joke constantly I have Sprint "The You Can't Hear Me Now" Network.  Honestly I live in a town of almost 30,000 people in the northeast, why the reception near my house is so lousy no one can explain.  Sprint has been out to my house with their super duper signal finding truck and claim to … (83 comments)

Your Guide to RainCamp Las Vegas - 03:44 PM
It's RainCamp. It's Las Vegas. Those two statements alone should be enough to convince you to be at the UNLV Student Union Ballroom on Thursday, April 1 from 9 AM to 5 PM.
Want to know how blogging and social media can help you connect with your local community and build a strong online presence? Have questions about how to leverage Facebook and Twitter to increase your online reach? Looking for ways to reduce your marketing and lead generation costs and make the processes more efficient? The insights and ideas to do this will be at RainCamp Las Vegas. Here's the … (29 comments)

Do You Play To Win? We're not talking sports recreation. - 02:20 PM
A recent example brought this to my attention as I have not acted in this capacity before. This experience rendered me speechless.......
A former co-worker decided to buy a home, called me to assist him. He's interested in an area where I know nothing about, so I declined to be his Realtor(R). I hooked him up with my Lender and they are planning to do business together. I couldn't find a referral for him so he contacted this agent. He described her as helpful and he likes her. Good.
As a friend and someone who keeps in touch, I cordially called … (59 comments)

I'm an Internet Consultant, Not a Telemarketer...There's a Difference - 10:38 PM
It's inevitable that when I am real freaking busy I get the calls I don't want. You too? Sort of a Murphy's Law kind of thing.
Some calls I never want. But sometimes I get caught unawares. It happened yesterday.
A voice mail popped up on my laptop when I was on another call (that's Voice Cloud working). It was from a woman named S----- who was "just on your website and have a few questions. Please call me when you can." Cool. That sounds like someone who needed help. Out of state number...perhaps a relo?
Rang up the number and … (88 comments)

The trouble with Real Estate... - 02:01 PM
Yes, I said trouble.  Everywhere I look there's trouble, conflicting information, mis-information, lack of information & too much information.  Confused? So am I.
I listened to a life coach yesterday for a couple of hours spew his wisdom to a crowded room of Realtor's and Loan officers.  Wisdom & experience that I am sure has worked for him but in the process he knocked what everyone else was/is doing & what might be working for them. 
His first piece of advice was to "stay off the internet", he went on to say that "the percentages of what folks have made on the … (97 comments)

Why Your $430,000 Offer on My $575,000 Listing Hurts You More Than it Hurts Us - 10:31 PM
Dear Buyer and Buyer Agent: 
My clients and I are in receipt of your lowb-, um, offer. We are grateful that you are interested in the home- it has served my clients well for years. I can only hope that if you live there too that it will be the source of much joy and many happy years for you and your family should we do business. There is just one thing, however, that we'll need to rectify in order to do business with you, and that would be the amount you are willing to pay to live in this property. You … (152 comments)

Do you limit your enjoyment of ActiveRain? - 06:34 AM
When you comment on other people’s comments, on a ActiveRain post, do you think they read it? Sounds complicated, let’s try again.  You know, when others ask a question about your post and you write a comment do you think that person ever goes back and reads your answer. It is frustrating.
I am an avid comment reader and I read a lot of comments on my posts and others in a day. I feel some of the questions that people ask are rhetorical, but other really add to the post and should get an answer. 
I know a lot … (88 comments)


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Nashua Residents- Go an Extra Yard -- Help Nashua Senior Citizens - 01:51 PM

 
NASHUA SENIOR CITIZENS COULD USE A HELPING HAND TO CLEAN UP AFTER THE WINTER STORMS
Nashua volunteers are ready to go the extra yard to help senior citizen clean up and get ready for spring.  
Volunteers will rake, pick up and bag small branches and debris and clear our your flower beds.
The project will last for a month and will begin with a warm welcome by Nashua Mayor Donnalee Louzeau at a spring celebration on April 17th beginning at 8 a.m. at 17 Vine Street.  Volunteers can pick up lawn bags, rakes and other supplies if they do not … (21 comments)

Pittsburg California Bank Owned Homes - 02:23 PM
Pittsburg California Bank Owned Homes
Bank Owned Homes are one of the most popular homes for buyers trying to find a bargain.  This report looks at Pittsburg California Bank Owned Homes and compares the current active market of Bank Owned Homes to sold homes for the last couple of months.  This reports numbers are based only on Single Family Bank Owned Homes.
Click here for Free Tips and Tools on Buying a Bank Owned Home.
Right now there are 41 Pittsburg California Bank Owned Homes on the market with an average price of $185,087.00 and a median price of $189,900.00.  These … (0 comments)

Owner Says "Get Offers" Novato Open Home Sunday 1 to 4 - 02:38 PM
Novato Open House Sunday 3-28 1 - 4 PM
Clearance Sale!  Sunday Only!  You will not find a better value in Novato!  Located in high demand Wild Horse Valley!
This Sunday 1 to 4 PM. This is the best buy on Novato Luxury Living!
Price has been dropped dramatically - Owner says, "Get Offers!"
This beautiful home at 2424 Vineyard Road in Novato is Open Sunday from 1 to 4 PM. One of the finest homes in Novato at this price huge lot with a pool, flowing creek, room for horses and RV Parking. The kitchen is a Chef's dream. Classic … (1 comments)

Owner Says "Get Offers" Novato Open Home Sunday 1 to 4 - 02:38 PM
Novato Open House Sunday 3-28 1 - 4 PM
Clearance Sale!  Sunday Only!  You will not find a better value in Novato!  Located in high demand Wild Horse Valley!
This Sunday 1 to 4 PM. This is the best buy on Novato Luxury Living!
Price has been dropped dramatically - Owner says, "Get Offers!"
This beautiful home at 2424 Vineyard Road in Novato is Open Sunday from 1 to 4 PM. One of the finest homes in Novato at this price huge lot with a pool, flowing creek, room for horses and RV Parking. The kitchen is a Chef's dream. Classic … (1 comments)

Antioch California Bank Owned Homes - 03:50 PM
Antioch California Bank Owned Homes
Bank Owned Homes are one of the most popular homes for buyers trying to find a bargain. This report looks at Antioch California Bank Owned Homes and compares the current active market of Bank Owned Homes to sold homes for the last couple of months. This reports numbers are based only on Single Family Bank Owned Homes.
Click here for Free Tips and Tools on Buying a Bank Owned Home.
Right now there are 59 Antioch California Bank Owned Homes on the market with an average price of $210,138.00 and a median price of $215,000.00. These … (0 comments)

Oakley California Bank Owned Homes - 04:55 PM
Oakley California Bank Owned Homes
Bank Owned Homes are one of the most popular homes for buyers trying to find a bargain. This report looks at Oakley California Bank Owned Homes and compares the current active market of Bank Owned Homes to sold homes for the last couple of months. This reports numbers are based only on Single Family Bank Owned Homes.
Click here for Free Tips and Tools on Buying a Bank Owned Home.
Right now there are 48 Oakley California Bank Owned Homes on the market with an average price of $247,686.00 and a median price of $245,000.00. These … (0 comments)

Brentwood California Bank Owned Homes - 05:42 PM
Brentwood California Bank Owned Homes
Bank Owned Homes are one of the most popular homes for buyers trying to find a bargain. This report looks at Brentwood California Bank Owned Homes and compares the current active market of Bank Owned Homes to sold homes for the last couple of months. This reports numbers are based only on Single Family Bank Owned Homes.
Click here for Free Tips and Tools on Buying a Bank Owned Home.
Right now there are 37 Brentwood California Bank Owned Homes on the market with an average price of $287,343.00 and a median price of $275,000.00. These … (1 comments)

Discovery Bay Bank Owned Homes - 05:58 PM
Discovery Bay Bank Owned Homes
Bank Owned Homes are one of the most popular homes for buyers trying to find a bargain. This report looks at Discovery Bay Bank Owned Homes and compares the current active market of Bank Owned Homes to sold homes for the last couple of months. This reports numbers are based only on Single Family Bank Owned Homes.
Click here for Free Tips and Tools on Buying a Bank Owned Home.
Right now there are 9 Discovery Bay Bank Owned Homes on the market with an average price of $319,888.00 and a median price of $263,500.00. These … (0 comments)

Captiva Villas at the Pink Shell Resort - Fort Myers Beach - 07:21 PM
Fort Myers Beach is a barrier island snuggled next to Fort Myers in Southwest Florida.  Fort Myes Beach is a barrier island approximately 8 miles long and half a mile wide.  The Pink Shell Beach Resort & Spa is located on the northern tip of the island.  It started as a collection of cottages and has evolved into a world class resort destination.  The newest addition to the resort is known as Captiva Villas.  It was built next to the flagship White Sands Villas on what was an older structure.
Construction started with clearing the lot and drilling 79 holes 24" … (5 comments)

Senior Communities in North Texas - 06:53 PM
There are several communities for seniors in North Texas. Although they call them "senior" communities, buyers as young as 55 can purchase in several neighborhoods. The most well known communities in North Texas are Robson Ranch in Denton, Heritage Ranch in Fairview, Frisco Lakes in Frisco, and Watermere in Southlake.
These communities are geared towards seniors looking for an active lifestyle. Many of them have ammenities such as community pools, tennis courts, golf courses, gyms, and craft centers. Additionally, several of the neighborhoods include lawn care in the monthly dues.
Robson Ranch is a senior community in Denton has been opened … (1 comments)

Senior Communities in North Texas - 06:54 PM
There are several communities for seniors in North Texas. Although they call them "senior" communities, buyers as young as 55 can purchase in several neighborhoods. The most well known communities in North Texas are Robson Ranch in Denton, Heritage Ranch in Fairview, Frisco Lakes in Frisco, and Watermere in Southlake.
These communities are geared towards seniors looking for an active lifestyle. Many of them have ammenities such as community pools, tennis courts, golf courses, gyms, and craft centers. Additionally, several of the neighborhoods include lawn care in the monthly dues.
Robson Ranch is a senior community in Denton has been opened … (0 comments)

Being Comfortable With Your Home Purchase - 05:52 AM
Let's get down to brass tacks with the home buying process. You as a buyer are spending a lot of money and have the right to be comfortable and happy with your purchase right? Of course you do. So essentially the question is what needs to be done in order to ensure that this is so? Well, probably the most important thing is communication. It's a good idea to remember that your REALTOR® is there for more than simply helping with some contracts. Your REALTOR® is your info source of information on anything that you might not know or be familiar with. The … (2 comments)

Picture Perfect: the Profit is in the Plan - 06:02 AM
As far as home improvements go, landscaping is a solid investment - in fact, a well designed outdoor project can offer a better return than most of those inside the house. Good landscaping can add between seven and 15 per cent value to your home and has a recovery value of 100 to 200 percent, so shell out now and get it back when you sell.
Many REALTORS® will tell you that a well designed landscape will help you sell your house faster. With today's explosion of subdivisions, where many of the homes look similar from the outside, landscaping can set your … (3 comments)

Heritage Harbour in Bradenton Florida - 07:33 AM
Heritage Harbour homes for sale in Bradenton Florida - Bradenton Homes and Real Estate by Communities.
This is an MLS search for: Heritage Harbour Homes, in the Bradenton Real Estate market of Bradenton FL. School information, Buyers tips and relocation guide for homebuyers available.
We're your Bradenton Realtors with experience, knowledge, and dedication to service. Here you will find listings in the Heritage Harbour community / subdivision but may include Bradenton townhomes, condos, and villas on a custom MLS search.
… (0 comments)

Here's Looking At You! - 12:58 AM

As the second snow storm this week is dumping on my house, I find peace in looking at photos from a warmer climate.  Actually this was taken at the Butterfly Pavilon, so only the climate indoors was better.  
Tips for shooting butterflies, go when they are sleeping!  Early morning before the sun rises in the sky, the butterflies are more dormant.  They lay around on leaves and hang upside-down providing wonderful profiles for a photographer.
Once the sun rose and warmed the room, they woke and started flying around.  Unless you have a large and fast lens it's really … (7 comments)

Stonybrook Condominiums - Located in Stowe Vermont - 06:55 PM
Stonybrook Condos in Stowe, Vermont
Stonybrook Condominiums - Located at 251 Luce Hill Rd., Stowe, VT 
Stonybrook Condos are some of the best located properties in Stowe.  The locale is off Luce Hill Road and next to the Stowe Recreation Path.  The properties are set on 160 acres of common land and protected by farmland.  Many of the condos have views of Mt. Mansfield.  There is a balance of recreational facilities, cross-country and snowshoe trails, meadows, trees and ponds.  The central location allows quick access to downhill skiing, golf, boating, x-country at Trapp Family Lodge, shops and restaurants. 
Amenities include:  2 … (0 comments)

1561 SHERBOURNE ST, WINTER GARDEN FL 34787 - 10:03 AM
 
MLS#  O4969888            1561 SHERBOURNE ST, WINTER GARDEN FL 34787    $$$ 128,900 $$$

Purchase this property for as little as 3 percent down! This property is approved for HomePath Mortgage and HomePath Renovation Mortgage. *If exact square footage or room sizes are a concern, unit should be independently measured. Fabulous pool home located in Stoney Creek. Light, bright and airy with an open floor lan and spacious rooms. The kitchen opens up to the living area and is perfect for entertaining!
For the latest status on this property and many more in the Orlando area, contact Steve Glose with Keller Williams Realty direct at … (0 comments)

947 SUNNY DELL DR, ORLANDO FL 32818 - 10:07 AM
 
 MLS# O4969919                  947 SUNNY DELL DR, ORLANDO FL 32818              $$$ 174,900 $$$

Great home located in the Rose Hill Subdivision. Light, bright and airy with an open floor plan and spacious rooms. The home sits on a nice treed lot and has pool for those hot summer days. 4 bedroom / 2 bath with over 2200 sqft.
For the latest status on this property and many more in the Orlando area, contact Steve Glose with Keller Williams Realty direct at 407-616-7286 or visit www.thefloridalivingteam.com. For a faster reply you can also email me at steve@thefloridalivingteam.com.
 
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10966 ELIOTTI ST, ORLANDO FL 32832 - 10:11 AM
 
MLS#  O4970333              10966 ELIOTTI ST, ORLANDO FL 32832      $$$ 185,000 $$$

Purchase this property for as little as 3 percent down! This property is approved for HomePath Mortgage and HomePath Renovation Mortgage. *If exact square footage or room sizes are a concern, unit should be independently measured. This 4 bedroom 2 bath home comes with an in-ground pool. Beautiful wood floors, separate dining and living areas, garden tub in master bath, double sinks in both baths. A Great Home!
For the latest status on this property and many more in the Orlando area, contact Steve Glose with Keller Williams Realty direct at 407-616-7286 … (0 comments)

"My Buyer's Friend Said that Short Sale Approval goes much Faster...." - 06:53 PM
   If an agent has done a short sale that involves an FHA seller...things get slowed up just a tad...a few more pieces of paper...snail mail required. (Interesing when email and faxes are acceptable for approval.)
   We have explained the process,,,warned the wait may be a bit longer...we didn't know that relatives  of those same friends that know ....what the price should be...what you should write...the list price....are now advising on short sale tables...wonderful !
   Does absolutely everyone want this to move faster ? Is there any merit in a snail's pace, a turtle race...a molasses drip.....yes...of course...adding another … (8 comments)

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