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Tammy Lankford post this wonderful blog post that I just had to share! Don't miss out, I promise it will make you rethink your day, week and life. Very inspirational and today, Valentine's Day, is a perfect day to pass along this reminder. So what are you waiting for? Have a blessed day everyone!
Via Tammy Lankford/Broker Lane Realty Lake Sinclair-Central GA:
Bill France was an amazing man. Full of talent, dreams and always ready to encourage others. He moved to Daytona Beach during the depression with just $100. in his pocket and a dream of racing.
Years ago I read a message that Bill France, Sr. wrote to a friend. It's a quote that I use to guide me in life as well as run my company.
The quote :
"On the plains of hesitation lie the bleached bones of millions who when within the grasp of victory sat and waited and waiting died." - Bill France Sr.
Those words have made me NOT wait. Not wait to start a family, not wait to take a chance, not wait until I had the money, not wait to change my life or my direction, just NOT WAIT!
I was 26 years old and a single mother when I started in real estate. I left a job that had become non challenging and uninteresting to me. And I started at the very bottom. I became a secretary (and I was well over qualified for the position). I took night classes and sometimes even carried my 3 year old daughter with me with a coloring book and a box of crayons) to class. I got my license in 1994. I had my first closing just two months later. In 1995 my broker told me of his intentions to retire and sell his company. I didn't want just ANY boss. So I went in debt up my eyeballs and purchased Lane Realty. In 1997 on the very first day I legally qualified to sit for my state broker exam I took it and aced it. I loved being in control of my own life and destiny. I loved the freedom of being able to schedule work around the important things in my daughter's life... dance recitals, softball games, prom day, birthdays. Besides I also had the ability to take her to work. She has seen MANY houses on Lake Sinclair and at about 7 years old she started answering the phone and taking messages and working in my office. I've raised a great kid with an excellent work ethic.
I didn't hesitate to give away my heart when I met my soul mate either. In 1998 I met my husband. 4 years later we married. And I didn't hesitate in making his family become part of my family. I didn't try to get their approval I just assumed I had it and became part of his family instantly.
I didn't hesitate when his youngest son, who has MD, asked to move into our house. I accepted him as my own, invited the challenges and moved forward. A few years after than when the diagnosis of schizophrenia came I handled that too.
I didn't hesitate to go further into debt to build a new office 5 years ago when the media was telling all of us the "bubble" was going to burst anytime. I have NOT missed a mortgage payment yet.
I walk with the LORD beside me and faith feeds the hungry and clothes the cold.
- I didn't hesitate to move into new technology and the internet with my advertising 14 years ago.
- I don't hesitate to change to my schedule to work with buyers.
- I don't hesitate to tell sellers the facts and not what I think they want to hear.
- I don't hesitate to take the day off to be with my family when needed.
At the end of my life (even if that were to happen to be today) I would leave this world knowing several things.
- Jesus is my savior and I'm going to sit face to face with God.
- I am proud of my daughter
- My parents taught me how to love unconditionally and I was blessed when God placed me in their care.
- My husband is the love of my life and I'm truly blessed we found one another.
- God allowed me a hand in raising two children that I didn't give birth to, but am blessed to know and love.
So without knowing how many lives he would touch by that message Bill France, Sr. jotted down on the back of a business card when he was encouraging one of his friends he changed the world. He changed me and every life I touch and so on and so on.
Don't hesitate! Jump in with both feet, go for it. Don't wait and die waiting.
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Crown Point (Winfield) Indiana
Sunday, February 12 1-4pm
This beautiful lake front home at 8858 Doubletree Drive North, Crown Point, Indiana features 5 spacious bedrooms and 3.5 baths with 4100 sq. ft..
This is the wonderful view of the lake from the home.
The 60 acre lake is a water skiing and fishing lake.
The home was built in 2010 in Doubletree Lake Estates gated community situated in Winfield Twp., Crown Point, Indiana.
The walkout basement provides easy access to lake enjoyment. The home features granite countertops, 2 story great room, formal dining, cast stone fireplace, gourmet kitchen, oversized 3 car garage. Truly a must see home.
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"Based on information from the Greater Northwest Indiana Association of REALTORS®, Inc.. Multiple Listing Service for the period February 12, 2012 .” Home is listed with Bart Botkin of Red Key Realty.
All information herein has not been verified and is not guaranteed. Copyright 2012 Rapattoni Corporation. All rights reserved. U.S. Patent 6,910,045 Generated: 2/12/12 11:32p.m.
For more information on home sales in Valparaiso, Indiana or Porter County Indiana, contact Christine McDaniel at 219-730-3502 or email christinemcdaniel@yahoo.com
What a wonderful surprise I had on Saturday. I go in to the office once a week to get my mail. Well it has been a bit longer because I’ve been busy with other things. I decided I had better get to the office today because we would have a new calendar with the events for February.
 When I took the mail out of my box, I found a package! What a pleasant surprise. It was a book that a friend had sent me out of the blue. I was truly touched that she took time out of her busy life to think of me.
The book looks interesting and I’m excited to start reading it. I have an open house tomorrow and plan to start then. What a blessing to have such a wonderful friend. I can’t wait to pass it along when I’m done reading the book!
Thank you Annie Stottler!
Valparaiso Indiana homes for sale comparing January 2011 to January 2012 show a slight increase in sold single family residences.
Valparaiso homes sold January 2011 –
43 homes were sold
146 average days on the market
$233,158 median sold price
Valparaiso home sold in January 2012 –
46 homes were sold
142 average days on the market
$187,134 median sold price
Valparaiso homes currently active January 2012 –
740 single family homes currently on the market
159 average days on the market
$251,351 median list price
Homes sold in Valparaiso, Indiana last year (January 1, 2011 – January 1, 2012) showed 740 single family homes with an average of 159 days on the market. The median sold price was $196,230.
If you are interested in buying or selling in Valparaiso Indiana, call me for further information.
"Based on information from the Greater Northwest Indiana Association of REALTORS®, Inc.. Multiple Listing Service for the period Jan. 1, 2011 – Jan. 31, 2011 through Jan. 1, 2012 – Jan. 31, 2012.”
All information herein has not been verified and is not guaranteed. Copyright 2012 Rapattoni Corporation. All rights reserved. U.S. Patent 6,910,045 Generated: 2/11/12 3:32p.m.
For more information on home sales in Valparaiso, Indiana or Porter County Indiana, contact Christine McDaniel at 219-730-3502 or email christinemcdaniel@yahoo.com
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 Schmidt Farms, Crown Point, Indiana homes for sale are averaging less than 1 a month for a one year period. The following are the market statistics comparing January of 2011 to January of 2012.
January 2011 showed 1 home sold. That home averaged 135 days on the market. The median price was $299,900.
January 2012 showed 1 home sold. That home averaged 0 days on the market. The median price was $268,035.
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There are currently 8 homes for sale in Schmidt Farms subdivision in Crown Point, Indiana. Those homes are averaging 314 days on the market. The median list price is $314,497.
 A one year look at homes sold in Schmidt Farms subdivision in Crown Point, Indiana shows 8 homes sold last year. Those homes averaged 128 days on the market. The median sold price was $311,417.
Of those 8 homes sold in Schmidt Farms, 3 sold in the last six months of the year. At the current rate of 1 home selling every two months and with 10 homes on the market, it would take 20 months to sell those homes. That is with no new listings entering the market.
For more information on Schmidt Farms, Crown Point, Indiana homes for sale contact me by phone or email.
"Based on information from the Greater Northwest Indiana Association of REALTORS®, Inc.. Multiple Listing Service for the period Jan. 1, 2011 – Jan. 31, 2011 through Jan. 1, 2012 – Jan. 31, 2012.” All information herein has not been verified and is not guaranteed. Copyright 2012 Rapattoni Corporation. All rights reserved. U.S. Patent 6,910,045 Generated: 2/11/12 2:10p.m.
For more information on home sales in Valparaiso, Indiana or Porter County Indiana, contact Christine McDaniel at 219-730-3502 or email christinemcdaniel@yahoo.com
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We knew it was coming but didn’t want to believe it. It happens most every year, that end of the winter snowfall. The one we never want to think is going to happen but always does.
My wonderful husband had the driveway and sidewalk shoveled by the time I got up this morning. It is sunny and the temperature is not bad but I think someone needs to have a talk with that darn groundhog for next year!
 
Laurie Clark posted this blog with foreclosure numbers. I was shocked at the realization of what is coming in the future.
We all knew that there were a lot more foreclosures coming. Our market has been short sale, foreclosure and rental based for the past few years.
It is a sad reflection of the times. In our area it seems like the foreclosure agents are the ones doing well right now.
Working with foreclosures and short sales might not be for everyone but with a total of 17,000,000 potential foreclosures in the future it might be worth looking in to. It’s definitely not too late to shift with the economy.
Via Laurie Clark - Angel Realty, LLC-Monument Short Sale Agents:
Incredible news reporting on CNBC - just shocking numbers. Diane Olick sharing housing stat numbers that are unprecedented in this nations history. A redistribution of wealth with a depth so vast it takes your breath away and causes waves of Nausea in your gut.
Shocking Numbers
Homeowners who have lost their homes to foreclosure: 4,000,000
Homeowners in the foreclosure process: 6,000,000
Homeowners that are upside down on their homes right now nationwide : 11,000,000
This should be just an incredible outrage to all Americans.
Someone please pass me the Pepto Bismol - I think I am going to be seriously ill.
Laurie Clark CRB, CCSS, ASD, RSD, CREOS, CDPD, HBS, HAFA
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 Portage Indiana market statistics show a steady market in my opinion. These are the sales comparisons for January 2011 and January 2012.
In January 2011, Portage Indiana market statistics show 18 homes were sold.
Those homes averaged 158 days on the market.
The median sold price was $115,894.
In January 2012, Portage Indiana market statistics show 19 homes were sold.
Those homes averaged 126 days on the market.
The median sold price was $114,544.
In January 2012, Portage Indiana market statistics show 194 active listings.
Those listings are averaging 228 days on the market.
The median asking price for the active listings is at $144,721.
For more information on market absorption rates in Portage Indiana, call me today for a free market analysis. Market absorption rate is an estimate on the amount of time it would take your home to sell under the current market conditions.
Portage Indiana market statistics change daily.
"Based on information from the Greater Northwest Indiana Association of REALTORS®, Inc.. Multiple Listing Service for the period Jan. 1, 2011 – Jan. 31, 2011 through Jan. 1, 2012 – Jan. 31, 2012.”
All information herein has not been verified and is not guaranteed. Copyright 2012 Rapattoni Corporation. All rights reserved. U.S. Patent 6,910,045 Generated: 2/07/12
For more information on home sales in Valparaiso, Indiana or Porter County Indiana, contact Christine McDaniel at 219-730-3502 or email christinemcdaniel@yahoo.com
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Hebron Indiana real estate market statistics for January 2011 versus January 2012 show that home sales were half of the previous year.
Hebron Indiana January 2011 showed 8 homes sold.
Those homes averaged 229 days on the market.
The median sales price was $150,725.
Hebron Indiana January 2012 showed 4 homes sold.
Those homes averaged 95 days on the market.
The median sales price was $138,975.
By the end of January 2012 there were 60 homes listed for sale in Hebron, Indiana. Those homes averaged 197 days on the market. The average list price was $174,761.
Sales prices were down 7.79% comparing January 2011 to January 2012 home sales in Hebron, Indiana.
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"Based on information from the Greater Northwest Indiana Association of REALTORS®, Inc.. Multiple Listing Service for the period Jan. 1, 2011 – Jan. 31, 2011 through Jan. 1, 2012 – Jan. 31, 2012.”
All information herein has not been verified and is not guaranteed. Copyright 2012 Rapattoni Corporation. All rights reserved. U.S. Patent 6,910,045 Generated: 2/08/12
For more information on home sales in Valparaiso, Indiana or Porter County Indiana, contact Christine McDaniel at 219-730-3502 or email christinemcdaniel@yahoo.com
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Crown Point Indiana January home sales statistics 2011 versus 2012 show that we are holding our own in real estate.
 Crown Point, IN January 2011 –
There were 37 homes sold in January 2011
The homes that sold averaged 199 total days on the market
The median sales price was $206,939
Crown Point, IN January 2012 –
There were 36 homes sold in January 2012
The homes that sold averaged 143 total days on the market
The median sales price was $187,502
The number of homes sold was quite comparable. Homes sold quicker at almost two months less market time. The median sales price was down 9.39%.
January 2012 statistics show that there were 617 homes for sale in Crown Point. These homes averaged 207 days on the market and had a median list price on $242,969.
If you are wanting to sell your Crown Point Indiana home, call me for a free market analysis.
"Based on information from the Greater Northwest Indiana Association of REALTORS®, Inc.. Multiple Listing Service for the period Jan. 01, 2011 - Jan. 31, 2011 through Jan. 01, 2012 - Jan. 31, 2012.”
All information herein has not been verified and is not guaranteed. Copyright 2012 Rapattoni Corporation. All rights reserved. U.S. Patent 6,910,045 Generated: 2/07/12 10:29pm
For more information on home sales in Crown Point, Indiana contact Christine McDaniel at 219-730-3502 or email christinemcdaniel@yahoo.com
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