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short gap: Benefits of preapproval - 02/26/08 02:25 PM
As my business grows, I get more and more questions from both buyers and sellers as to why I require preapproval to show a house. There are dozens of benefits to sellers and buyers in any market. Here's the basics:
Benefits for Sellers:
Only serious buyers will take the time to get preapproved for a loan. This helps weed out nosy neighbors and casual lookers.
You will know that the people taking your time and visiting your home can afford to get a loan if they love your house. This is especially important if you have a high-end property.
Benefits for Buyers:
Don't waste time looking … (1 comments)
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short gap: 5 things to do in February - 01/28/08 12:32 PM
Sellers: 5 things you can do next month to keep your home at its best.
When showings are less frequent, it's a great time to catch up on some little projects that can have a big return. My top 5 choices are:
1. Clean from top to bottom.
2. Freshen paint in the kitchen.
3. Scrub your carpeting (especially if you smoke or have pets!)
4. Put up new bath towels.
5. Upgrade to natural light style lightbulbs to keep your home feeling bright even on dark evenings.
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short gap: Happy Holidays! - 12/17/07 10:16 AM
However you celebrate, enjoy the season!
Best wishes for fortune and success in the upcoming year!!!
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short gap: Happy Holidays! - 12/17/07 10:15 AM
However you celebrate, enjoy the season!
Best wishes for fortune and success in the upcoming year!!!
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short gap: Selling your home during the holidays - 12/03/07 12:19 PM
We all know the real estate market has been strange the past few months. As a result of the turbulence, many homes are staying on the market longer than before. So, what should you do if your home is listed during the holidays? Show off your Christmas tree? What about your Diwali sidewalk art? Your beautiful silver menorah? Read on for some basic do's and don'ts.
First of all, let's talk about the facts. Everyone has different views on different holidays. You may be subconsciously turning off buyers with different religious views. Your best bet is to skip decorating if your house … (0 comments)
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short gap: Terrapin Run in the news again - 11/27/07 12:04 PM
The latest in a heated legal battle over Allegany County's proposed Terrapin Run development is heard in Maryland's highest court this Thursday.
(Read the full story here: http://www.times-news.com/local/local_story_331091444.html)
How have controversial developments affected your local market / real estate climate over the years?
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short gap: Large Inventory Overwhelms Buyers - 11/05/07 07:48 AM
This news clip was in the LA Times last week. http://www.realtor.org/RMODaily.nsf/pages/News2007103006?OpenDocument
What are your thoughts? I've found that many buyers become defensive when you ask them to obtain preapproval for a loan. What techniques and strategies do you use to keep the buyer at ease but avoid wasting the sellers (and your!) time?
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short gap: Fall 'To Do's if you're selling - 10/16/07 12:50 PM
First of all, I'm sorry for the delay in writing this blog. It has been nearly a month since I written anything. Business has been booming the past several weeks after a quiet summer, so I've been spending my days in the field. I'll try to set aside some time at least once a week to write or at least pass along an interesting article or two.
As you've probably noticed - fall has arrived! My favorite time of year - pie baking, cooler weather, and vibrant reds, yellows, and oranges on the trees. What do you, the seller, need to do … (1 comments)
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short gap: Selling Your Home - The Dos and Don'ts - 09/20/07 08:24 AM
DO consult a Realtor to get up-to-date comparable properties.
Comps change on a monthly basis, especially with the sub-prime mortgage market fallout. Many buyers are freezing right now because they don't know what homes are worth. Make sure it will be clear to them (and their agent) that your home is well-priced.
DO price right from the beginning if you are serious about selling.
If you overprice with the plan to 'come down' you will lose prospects. For example, if you have a home that you want to sell for around $200,000, price at $199,900, not $214,000. With so many properties on … (4 comments)
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short gap: Cumberland, MD - Local Housing Market BOOM! - 06/28/07 07:12 AM
http://money.cnn.com/2007/06/22/real_estate/bust_what_bust/
An excerpt from the article:
"In Cumberland Maryland, which had the largest home-price increase in the nation by percentage (up 17.1 percent), the median home sold for just $100,000."
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short gap: New Market Update for Mineral County - 05/24/07 12:56 PM
This information is compiled by Metropolitan Regional Information Systems, Inc. (MRIS)
Market Type
On a scale of 1 - 5 (1=Buyer's Market and 5=Seller's Market) Mineral County is currently a 2.
Now is the time to take advantage of our low 4.9% commission and free home staging to make your home stand out and put more money in your bank account!
Q1' 07 Q2' 07
Average Price $156,100 $148,700
# Homes for Sale 137 164
# Homes Sold 41 27
Avg Days on Market 115 96
Data by Zip Codes for Q2'07
26719 (Fort Ashby) had an average sale price of $1196,600, which is up a … (1 comments)
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short gap: Mineral County Market Update! - 04/06/07 09:51 AM
This information is compiled by Metropolitan Regional Information Systems, Inc. (MRIS)
Market Type
On a scale of 1 - 5 (1 being a Buyer's Market and 5 being a Seller's Market) Mineral County is currently a 3.
Q3' 06 Q4' 06
Average Price $139,000 $156,100 (increase of over $17,000!)
# Homes for Sale 147 137
# Homes Sold 54 41
Avg Days on Market 97 115
Data by Zip Codes for Q4 2006
26719 (Fort Ashby) had an average sale price of $180,900, which is up 5.05% from one year ago. A total of 7 homes were sold in Fort Ashby in the 4th quarter … (0 comments)
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Dominique Nabholz
Short Gap,
WV
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Address: RR 2 Box 432, Ridgeley, WV, 26753
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