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Heath Coker, Real Estate Broker (REindex.com & Cape Group Real Estate) — Sat, 07 Nov 2009 15:41:52 -0600

This is an interesting development. If you ever wondered how much of what you do online is available for review, here's one example of what is available. Did you forget what a site was orwhen a chat online was? Now you can research it and see - if you did it inside your g oogle account. Go ogle now offers you the opportunity to review the "records" they have been keeping on you.

This is the new Goog le Dashboard. You can go to this page and see what the new Goo gle dashboard is. If you use gmail, you login to your account, and look under Personal Settings for Dashboard. Click to the right on view data stored with this account, and you'll go to a second sign in page for added security. Once past the second sign in, you can see all the places that you have been, the chats, the stuff that you have done while signed into your google account.

The extent of the goog le tracking only covers what you have done while "inside" your google account. So, if you want to keep a longer record of your internet activities, sign into your goo gle mail and do all your searching and chatting and stuff inside.

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Cape Cod Statistics

Heath Coker, Real Estate Broker (REindex.com & Cape Group Real Estate) — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 16:04:12 -0600

Preliminary CC&IMLS Statistics for October 2009

Single Family | #Sales | Median | $Value | DOM

October 2009 | 330 | $336,700 | $154,029,292 | 150
October 2008 | 296 | $337,250 | $155,716,315 | 157

Condominiums

October 2009 | 79 | $260,000 | $20,972,155 | 224
October 2008 | 79 | $259,500 | $21,961,262 | 192

All Sales

October 2009 | 431 | $184,528,417
October 2008 | 393 | $183,596,997

The Information shows an uptick in volume!

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CNN Reviews The Newest Benefits For "People In The US"

Heath Coker, Real Estate Broker (REindex.com & Cape Group Real Estate) — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 12:48:09 -0600

Here is a concise explanation of the benefits, tax advantages, tuition gifts and other subsidies that are planned for people in the US without permission. I watched the video below and kept waiting for the "april fools" punchline or the saturday night live cast to break in. You can't make this list up. Here is the youtube of the CNN report about the new bill.

If you don't want to watch the video, here is what the bill includes:

No taxes for people who are in the US without permission
People who are in the US without permission would be able to claim an earned income tax credit from US taxpayers
English is not required for people who are in the US without permission, until nine years after an application for amnesty
In state tuition would be provided for people who are in the US without permission
All emigration procedings would be stopped and allow any people who are in the US without permission to apply for amnesty
If people were in the US without permission and got deported, they could now get amnesty
Temporary Visas will be renewable indefinitely
Priority given to Mexican citizens for admission to the US
Legal status 24 hours after applying for it, regardless of whether a background check is complete.
Imigration attorneys for imigrants to the US will be paid for by the US taxpayers
If a gang member says they aren't a member anymore, they will receive amnesty
Us will give money to the Mexican government so they can try to convince Mexicans to stay in Mexico
Top priority for eliminating borders between the US, Canada, and Mexico
Border fence shortened from 800 miles to 200

Of course, these benefits are all for people who are not US citizens. Am I missing something?

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Unique ThanksGiving Cranberry Sauces!

Heath Coker, Real Estate Broker (REindex.com & Cape Group Real Estate) — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 07:32:55 -0600

If you need something different for Thanksgiving to spice up the usual cranberry sauce, take a look at the selection at Tihonet Market Village in Wareham, MA. They are actually the world's largest cranberry grower. I tried their cranberry vinaigrette salad dressing - very good!

During the growing and harvest season they have tours. I saw a few bogs still being harvested, but the tours have now ended for this year. They have some good pics on their site though.

The market area is open all day for food and cranberry specialties like the salad dressing I mentioned. I forgot to look but you can probably get cranrasins there too. It is a quite and peaceful place for soup and a sandwich if you're in the area.

The prices are reasonable, under $7.50 for the most expensive - 1/2 a sandwich and a cup of chowder! I'll be up there again today and might just have to stop again.

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Should you get a septic inspection?

Heath Coker, Real Estate Broker (REindex.com & Cape Group Real Estate) — Tue, 03 Nov 2009 09:40:53 -0600

Should you get a septic inspection?
It is extremely important to have a proper, thorough, inspection of the septic system components if you are buying a home with a septic system. Unfortunately for many home buyers, the typical brief septic inspection tells you very little about the real state of the septic system. In my state, the tank is uncovered and viewed, and the scum level and depth is noted. A diagram is drawn indicating the location of the components. Septic inspections for the sale/purchase of a home is a limited visual inspection to determine the condition of the septic field and function of the sewage disposal system.

In some parts of the country, septic inspections are paid for by the sellers and in others, the buyers have to do their own inspections. As part of the home inspection process, in my part of the country sellers provide the septic certification. My state requires an inspection before a closing can occur. It does not require a functioning system, only a test. In other states, the inspection is optional. When the system is not functioning properly, the parties negotiate a correction acceptable to the parties involved.

The importance of a septic inspection.
If the house has a private septic system it should definitely be inspected by a professional septic contractor. An improperly functioning system can be a messy health hazard. If you are already working with an agent, ask the agent for names of local, dependable home and septic inspection companies, then contact several companies or visit their company websites to learn what services are offered and to ask about rates. Sometimes yu can arrange to have a septic inspection company present on the same day as the home inspection which makes it easy to attend both inspections. If the septic inspection is scheduled on a different day from the home inspection, you may want to be there. In my state, a records kept of past inspections and pumpings, so you can check on the history of the system before the inspection. Also, if you have a private well and a septic system it is be a good idea to have a water test as well as a septic inspection. In my state, most lenders will require a well test anyway.

The septic inspection should be completed and reported to the parties early in the negotiation process. Both the buyer and the lender have an interest in the operation of the existing system. Occasionally a repair or repacement is necessary. Banks usually won't lend unless the system is good or scheduled to be made good. In my state, a system can be repaired upto two years after title changes to a new owner. How the system is corrected and when is left up to the parties involved. My experience is that lenders will "hold back" an amount equal to one and a half times the estimate for the fix. Once it is fixed, the bill is paid from the held back funds and any excess is distributed according to the agreement between the parties.

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Plymouth Rock Studios Moves Forward To Construction!

Heath Coker, Real Estate Broker (REindex.com & Cape Group Real Estate) — Sun, 01 Nov 2009 14:10:28 -0600

The Massachusetts Secretary of Energy and Environmental Affairs has issued an environmental certificateto Plymouth Rock Studios. This is another foundational part of the construction of Hollywood East in Plymouth, MA. The certification came on Friday.

The PRS press release (found here) includes the following information:

"This decision demonstrates that the project will create jobs and establish a clean new industry in the Commonwealth. The Secretary's certificate represents a comprehensive review of the environmental impacts related to the project," said Plymouth Rock Real Estate Investments, President and CEO, Bill Wynne. "This certificate not only allows us to move forward but also validates the measures we have taken to minimize environmental impacts and go the extra step to provide regional environmental benefits through our low impact design and off-site infrastructure improvements."

In the press release The MA Secretary of Energy is quoted as saying that there are over 3,100 jobs being created by PRS at Hollywood East - more than originally reported. Welcome news for Southeastern MA.

If you'd like to learn more about Bill Wynne, he is interviewed in the latest installment of The Series.

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ACORN Could Be Regulating National Banks Soon. What?

Heath Coker, Real Estate Broker (REindex.com & Cape Group Real Estate) — Sun, 01 Nov 2009 12:53:14 -0600

There is a bill in Congress that appears to be intended to create more extensive power for the president. It would establish a new Consumer Financial Protection Agency under the executive branch, with the authority to oversee, review, and police consumer protection laws for financial products and institutions.

The agency's jurisdiction for reviewing financial matters would include mortgages, credit cards, student loans, auto loans, payday loans, and more. It is sponsored by, Mr. Fixit, Barney Frank. There's an interesting kicker in the amendments.

Some who keep a watch on bills in Congress have concluded that a recent ammendment would provide for the appointment of board members from groups like ACORN. The bill doesn't name the controversial group specifically, but this most recent amendment includes language that makes it easy for ACORN like groups to qualify as board members.

The bill is HR 3126 Consumer Financial Protection Agency Act of 2009. It can be read in a number of places, in its entirety, on the Internet. One site that Intrigued me is the Open Congress Site. The bill is linked, referenced, and discussed. Extra information is provided about those who support it and who oppose it.

Proponents comment that something needs to be done. They argue that toasters have to pass more scrutiny than financial products. Financial products can have more impact on families than toasters can. We probably could use more protection in the financial industry, but we already have a few agencies in place don't we?

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A GPS For Social Media Marketing!

Heath Coker, Real Estate Broker (REindex.com & Cape Group Real Estate) — Thu, 29 Oct 2009 09:56:20 -0500

You can buy an ebook for every social media site. You can take every course offered for each social media site. There are tons of social media specialists.

But this article, "10 Small Business Social Media Marketing Tips" by Ross Kimbarovsky is one of the most concise and complete quick lists I have seen. He goes through what the most well known concepts and sites are and how to use them. There is a section under each one for the novice and for the advanced user.

If you need to start a Social Media Map, then this article can be your GPS.

Happy listing and selling!

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If You're Planning To Work At Hollywood East, Get Your Waterfront Now

Heath Coker, Real Estate Broker (REindex.com & Cape Group Real Estate) — Thu, 29 Oct 2009 07:50:39 -0500

Now that Plymouth Rock Studios has their $550,000,000 to build the Hollywood East Studios in Plymouth MA, now is the time to secure your east coast privacy! Falmouth MA claims to have more waterfront than any other town in the United States. Private locations with waterfront, are desireable and will probably become moreso as interest grows in the Hollywood East complex.

Right now in Falmouth, there are some wonderful properties that provide views, beach, and privacy for the discerning buyer. Cape Cod has long been known as having some of the best weather in the world for vacationers. Those of us who get to live here in Falmouth year round, know that we actually have pretty good weather all year!

If you are planning to work at Hollywood East, you should get to know the Falmouth real estate market.

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Jury Duty Scam Verified By The FBI - Identity Thieves

Heath Coker, Real Estate Broker (REindex.com & Cape Group Real Estate) — Thu, 29 Oct 2009 07:07:25 -0500

The FBI has verified, on their web site, that there is a "Jury Duty Scam". This is a phone related scam, so if you know anyone who doesn't use the Internet, especially older people, you should make sure they do not become a victim. The caller claims to be a court officer, and then accuses the victim of missing a jury duty appointment. After the victim is sufficiently worried about failing to report for jury duty, the caller then suggests that they verify if they have the correct person. It is at that point that they ask for ss number, birth date, and sometimes even credit information.

The caller works the conversation into a threat of a fine that can be paid over the phone by a credit card. What is amazing is that this has been going on in some form since early 2005! If you have one of these calls, or know someone who has, one thing to do is *69 after you hang up. This will give you the phone number that the call was made from. Then contact the FBI and report the incident.

You can also use *57 which records the phone call at the phone company as a "call trace". One web site says: "When you activate the Call Trace code (*57) immediately following the harassing call, the caller's phone number is recorded by the phone company." But *57 doesn't give you the phone number. The phone company has to get an authorization form before the harasser's phone number can be turned over to law enforcement and there may be a fee. Some phone companies charge you each time you use Call Trace and others have a monthly charge for an unlimited number of traces.

If the phone number is blocked, tracing the call may help the FBI or other law enforcement agencies gather enough information to go after the schemers even from the perspective of "Do Not Call" fines and penalties, especially if your phone is on the DNC list. In any case, don't get your identity stolen this way. Tell someone who might be a victim to be careful, too.

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Wordless Wed: Vineyard View (Martha's Vineyard)

Heath Coker, Real Estate Broker (REindex.com & Cape Group Real Estate) — Wed, 28 Oct 2009 13:19:06 -0500

It was a peaceful morning on the Vineyard as I walked by this small fishing shack. It was a short trip to check on a house. There were a few ducks and birds still swimming around that had not gone south yet. The leaves on the Vineyard trees were still changing. They are probably peaking right now. I'll be back on the Vineyard for a class in the afternoon. It wil probably more busy.

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Humor: Republicans and Democrats/Major Media vs Fox

Heath Coker, Real Estate Broker (REindex.com & Cape Group Real Estate) — Mon, 26 Oct 2009 14:50:34 -0500

This is just a joke folks. If it makes you uneasy, ask yourself why.

A pretty little girl named Suzy was standing on the sidewalk in front of her home. Next to her was a basket containing a number of new kittens. In her hand was a sign announcing FREE KITTENS. Suddenly a line of big black cars pulled up beside her. Out of the lead car stepped a tall, grinning man.

"Hi there, little girl, I'm representing President Obama. What do you have in the basket?" he asked.

"Kittens." little Suzy said.

"How old are they?" asked the spokesman.

Suzy replied, "They're so young, their eyes aren't even open yet."

"And what kind of kittens are they?"

"Democrats," answered Suzy with a smile.

The Obama rep was delighted. As soon as he returned to his car, he called the PR chief and told him about the little girl and the kittens. Recognizing a photo op, the two Obama-ites agreed that the president should "appear" the next day, and, in front of an assembled media, have the girl talk about her special kittens. It would be cute and sure to raise any approval rating!

So the next day, Suzy was again standing on the sidewalk with her basket of "FREE KITTENS" when another motorcade pulled up, this time followed by vans from ABC, NBC, CBS and CNN. Cameras and audio equipment were quickly set up, then Obama got out of his limo and walked over to little Suzy.. "Hello, again," he said, "I'd love it if you would tell all my friends out there what kind of kittens you're giving away." "

Yes sir," Suzy said. "They're Republicans."

Taken by surprise, the president stammered, "But... but.... yesterday, you said they were Democrats."

Little Suzy smiled and said, "Yes, of course. But today, they have their eyes open."

That afternoon the story was reported on FOX.

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Real Estate Is Not A Dirty Job, But These Jobs Are!

Heath Coker, Real Estate Broker (REindex.com & Cape Group Real Estate) — Mon, 26 Oct 2009 09:20:52 -0500

If you think real estate is not easy, watch this! The tv show Dirty Jobs has a YouTube that summarizes some of their episodes. When you're feeling overwhelmed, watch it and be grateful! Some people work in far more dificult jobs. I had a good laugh at some of them.

This is an amazing country. There are jobs that go on all the time that are beyond our imagination, until you see them on tv. Then you're kind of moved to comment like the guy on Dirty Jobs, "Well, I guess that does need to be done by someone." I am glad I do what I do though.

I have no affiliatiaon with nor have I benefitted from the producers, actors, reporters, cameramen, network, or workers in this video by placing this link in my blog. I just thought it was funny.

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Hollywood East Suggests NEW Businesses for MA! (Joe DiLorenzo)

Heath Coker, Real Estate Broker (REindex.com & Cape Group Real Estate) — Mon, 26 Oct 2009 09:16:48 -0500

When asked what other businesses MA needs to support the studios at Plymouth Rock, he has more than a few suggestions. This is good news for the Massachusetts economy! There are about 2000 initial jobs being created by the construction of the studio. Other businesses have opportunity for growth and development similar to the growth and development of the studios themselves. (By the way, they use a question I contributed, in the interview!)

He mentions CGI, pre and post production companies, and even more sound stages in other parts of the state. The video below mentions Joe's background financial background with reputable organisations like the Boston Celtics (18 years) and his leadership of the 8,000+ member Financial executives international. The organizers and developers of Hollywood East all have very interesting backgrounds. The video below is just one of the videos in a group called "The Series" where the principles and the activities at the studios are being documented.

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You Could Be Fined For Endorsing A Product In Your Blog

Heath Coker, Real Estate Broker (REindex.com & Cape Group Real Estate) — Mon, 26 Oct 2009 09:10:49 -0500

Earlier this month, the FTC made a ruling that basically says, if you endorse something in your blog, and you don't disclose how you benefit from the endorsement, you could be fined. And the fine could be up to $11,000! If you don't believe me, here is an ABC story on it. http://www.abcnews.go.com/Business/mommy-bloggers-held-liable-product-reviews/story?id=8764885

So does that mean all Internet testimonials are now the subject of scrutiny? Celebrity endorsements have always been seen as paid for, but they don't have to disclose that in their ads. Does the Internet provide a higher level of trust than other advertising mediums? Or is it that Mr or Mrs Normal Public has become more believable than F. Amos Person endorsements?

Whether the ruling stands or not, if you are endorsing anything or anyone on the Internet, you might consider a statement describing your relationship with it or them just to avoid any problems. For the record - I have nothing to do with ABC, nor with their writers, nor have I received any compensation or reward or even a thank you for linking to the article above. None of my relatives works for ABC, and I thought ABC was just the first three letters of the alphabet. Oh yeah, it's the first three notes, in that song, too! I don't even know who wrote that either and I have no relationship with them, get no royalties, and I am telling my kids to stop singing it!

Whew, that was close.

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Hollywood (East) Calls For Zombie Videos!

Heath Coker, Real Estate Broker (REindex.com & Cape Group Real Estate) — Thu, 22 Oct 2009 14:50:26 -0500

Halloween is on its way! Hollywood East was hired to make a new music video for a Boston band called the Longwalls. Their video will be published to the Internet on 10/31 to support the song Zombies, after it is shown as a fundraiser. In the video below from The Series on Hollywood East's web site, one of the Hollywood East staffers calls for your videos! "Zombies are the new vampires!"

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Family Scavenger Hunt Downtown Falmouth This Saturday! FUN!

Heath Coker, Real Estate Broker (REindex.com & Cape Group Real Estate) — Thu, 22 Oct 2009 13:23:12 -0500

The Second Annual Spooktacular is happening this Saturday from 2pm to 5 pm rain or shine! Parents or guardians are asked to accompany their kids as they peer into the Main Street shops and businesses in search of jack-o-lanterns and ghosts. All participating ghouls, goblins, princesses, and pirates will meet at the Mullen Hall bus loop and/or in the Mullen Hall cafeteria to kick thins off.

Please bring a non-perishable food item for the Falmouth Service Center. AND don't forget to bring in your boxtops! There will be "Graham Cracker Haunted House Construction" opportunities and a costume sale!

Some shops and businesses on Main Street will be "hiding" a small pumpkin in their window. Some special shops will have a ghost hiding, too. The goal, besides getting kids to have fun in Falmouth, is to bring families to Main Street so they can stay aware of what shops and services are available in the fabulous Village of Falmouth!

I bet you can guess where one pumpkin will be in a window!

Questions can be emailed to MullenHallPTO@falmouth.k12.ma.us or you can call Lyn Cenzalli 508-846-6297.

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Fundraiser in Hyannis For Baybridge Clubhouse

Heath Coker, Real Estate Broker (REindex.com & Cape Group Real Estate) — Thu, 22 Oct 2009 08:39:36 -0500

On November 18 of this year, the Baybridge Clubhouse is holding a Pasta Diner as a fundraiser. It will be held at the Federated Church on Main Street in Hyannis. The address of the Federated Church is 320 Main Street. The cost of the dinner is $8 per person or $15 for two people.

There are two serving times. The lunch time service runs from 11 AM to 1 PM, and they will even deliver if you'd like. The dinner service will be from 4:30 PM to 6:30 PM, dine in only.

I have dined at a past Baybridge Clubhouse Pasta Dinner, and I was pleased with the food and the service. Baybridge Clubhouse is operated by the May Institute, and is primarily funded by the MA Department Of Mental Health. The Baybridge Clubhouse holds other fundraisers in Hyannis, like the Chocolate Soiree later in the year. The Chocolate Soiree is another delicious time to encourage the members of the clubhouse, while pleasing your palate.

If you need more information about the fundraisers, you can call 508-778-4234.

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How to excite your Woman - HUMOR

Heath Coker, Real Estate Broker (REindex.com & Cape Group Real Estate) — Wed, 21 Oct 2009 09:56:44 -0500

I thought I'd post these thoughts before one of the five women in my family, or one of the hundreds of agents/brokers in town here point me to a site with them:

With her in the car on the way to anywhere, look deeply into her eyes and say, "Let me pull over and ask for directions."

After dinner, when the candles are still burning, say, "I'll clear the table and do the dishes, honey. You go watch ANTM."

Greet her with a cup of coffee in the morning and let her know you have already taken out the garbage, vaccuumed the first floor, and washed and folded a few loads of laundry.

On Sunday at noon say, "Let's go shopping. We should be able to get a good place to park once the football games start."

Ok, that's enough. Now back to your regularly scheduled man thoughts.

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Have Your Wedding Or Event On the Sets of Hollywood East!

Heath Coker, Real Estate Broker (REindex.com & Cape Group Real Estate) — Wed, 21 Oct 2009 07:35:32 -0500

Have you ever wanted to have a wedding or event in Europe or New York but couldn't afford the logistical expense, or schedule all the participants easily? Now you can!

The developers of Hollywood East have a vision of their sets and sound stages becoming a premier location for special events when the sets and stages are not being used for tv or movie production! Now you can host your party or event in the safety of the US, with all scheduling, services, and even the weather, planned and prepared in one location. Below is a video that explains their creative use!

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Hollywood East! Green Is Not Just The Color Of Money!

Heath Coker, Real Estate Broker (REindex.com & Cape Group Real Estate) — Wed, 21 Oct 2009 07:16:38 -0500

The planners of Hollywood East have found a way to improve their access road! By redesigning the roadway into the Plymouth Rock Studios, more trees and open space are able to be left in place. This is another thoughful example of the developers' efforts to keep the all the green parts of the project in mind - both the environmental impact and the dollars involved.

Here is a short video explaining their approach for meeting with all parts of the Plymouth population. The time put into preparation and the thought put into the past revisions are building the trust of locals, which in New England - and especially in MA - is not easy to build. Everyone knows that they are building a money making business location, but their effort to do so with the communitys' approval, with correct and thoughtful environmental consideration from the start, and then applying the options to their bottom line rather than the reverse order, is displaying the integrity that is so often missing in a large project.

Find more videos like this on Hollywood East TV

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Foreclosure Statistical Data

Heath Coker, Real Estate Broker (REindex.com & Cape Group Real Estate) — Tue, 20 Oct 2009 13:47:40 -0500

Have you seen this information on foreclosures?

50% of United States foreclosures in 2008 came from 35 counties in only 12 states.
20% of the United States' population lives in those 35 counties.

Eight counties in Arizona, California, Florida and Nevada were the source of 25% of foreclosures.
Existing home sales in the US rose to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 4.7 million units in February, 2009, and only 860,000 homes were repossessed all of 2008.

If these things are correct and true, either 20% of the population controls the rest of the US, or the reporting is leading us to believe that they do.

Is the economy as bad in your town as the worst 35 counties? I know that the Texaplex is positive. Here on Cape Cod, we have thousands of jobs coming in from new development.

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Falmouth MA 40B Project List

Heath Coker, Real Estate Broker (REindex.com & Cape Group Real Estate) — Tue, 20 Oct 2009 09:58:55 -0500

Have you ever wondered where the 40B (low income) developments are in Falmouth. The list below was provided to real estate professionals recently. The list includes the developer/applicant, acreage, zoning information, number of units, etc.

Some people don't want to be in or near a 40B subdivision. Their perception is that a 40B development is like the infamous "projects" so many cities have. But, this is not correct.

A 40B project is known as a "low income" development. This is not the same as Section 8 income assistance. In a 40B development, 25% of the properties for sale are made available to buyers who have an income below the average for the area. Those buyers still have to qualify for a loan, with good credit, an income, etc., but they are given a "break" on the purchase price of their property. Often, the discounted properties also have deed restrictions relative to when the buyer can re-sell and sometimes even what profit they can make.

If you have questions about 40Bs and how they affect your property in Falmouth, send us an email capegroup@capegroup.com.

Here's the list.

Best wishes, Heath

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Falmouth Accessory Apartments List

Heath Coker, Real Estate Broker (REindex.com & Cape Group Real Estate) — Tue, 20 Oct 2009 08:36:26 -0500

(While this information is specific to Falmouth, MA, a smart investor will take note and include the information as they research property in other locations.)

In the town of Falmouth, we occasionally have property for sale with "Accessory Apartments". This means that besides the main residence there is an attached or detached "other" residence on the same property. While there are many Falmouth residences being used as accessory apartments, not all of them are approved by the town.

What does approved have to do with anything? Approved is a protection for tenants, owners, and even lenders. Without town approval, a property may not be able to be insured correctly. This could be a problem for the owner if they need to repair something, it could also be a problem for a tenant if they have a health or safety issue on the property. Lenders want to keep the property in it's best condition, and they don't want complications with insuring a property they are lending on.

The following lists were provided to real estate professionals at a recent meeting with the Town of Falmouth Board of AppealsZoning Administrator, Sari Budrow. This list is from 2007, and it is apparently the most recent completed list that the Board of Appeals has.

If you believe you have an accessory apartment on your property in Falmouth, MA, and you do not see your address on this list, I'd call the Board of appeals and see what you need to do to bring the property into compliance. It could save you some headaches in the future. You can also look at your tax bill to see how your property is described, although the tax department and the other departments do not always communicate well.

Best wishes, Heath

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MS Buys Yahoo, So Do You Still SEO For Both?

Heath Coker, Real Estate Broker (REindex.com & Cape Group Real Estate) — Mon, 19 Oct 2009 20:15:59 -0500

When Bing (Microsoft) get hold of Yahoo, most of the ads will still be run by Yahoo and they'll get most of the revenue, according to a few news reports. But what does it mean for SEO for these search engines?

Do you now SEO for only one of the two combined search engines? And how do you know which one will carry the weight for search? if they are staying relatively separate for advertising revenue at least to start with, will they also keep their respective search algorithms?

SEO is not easy already. With billions of sites already developed, and sites being added every minute, SEO for a specific site is very time consuming, labor intensive, and expensive. Unless you are in an undiscovered niche, SEO is complex.

For now, SEO for yahoo and Bing appears to be what it has aready developed into. Maybe their "ARIA" which is supposed to be launched in December, is their combined search.

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