hot springs: So its been a while....... - 04/21/09 06:20 AM
Lately the news regarding the world of Real Estate has been kind of quiet.  What was once a daily topic has started to slip from the front of the line.  Is this a good thing, or perhaps something more to fear.   If your not concerned about the fact that home sales were up last month, or that lenders DO have money to lend then read no more. 
Finally, the bottom has been reached.  In the constantly changing market of today's Real Estate no news just may be good news.  Lenders are back to business and writing paper, although it be tougher to get … (2 comments)

hot springs: So I had breakfast with a Lender this morning. - 05/06/08 04:26 AM
Guess what, as I keep trying to relay to my clients and associates; the Hot Springs and Garland County, Arkansas Real Estate market is not spiraling out of control like Las Vegas or Florida or parts of some 20 metropolitan areas across the country. It has slowed some, but still is doing stronger than in 2002.....it had to peak sometime, and now that its leveled off things are starting to fall back in place. 
Beings stated income and no money down loans are a thing of the past, how does one purchase a home?  FHA and VA loans are simply the best … (6 comments)

hot springs: Did you see the numbers???? - 04/25/08 04:53 AM
So on top of all the other news that doesn't necessarily apply here, now they release a 13% decline in home sales prices.   Although this must be true in our nation as a whole, what about the communities and locals that haven't seen this turndown?  Arkansas as a whole has only seen decreases in certain markets, while others have continued to gain. 
Is there any end to the media making light of this problem as a whole, or is there some way to highlight the ever-present gains in owning real estate, and the fact most real estate is a longer term … (4 comments)

hot springs: So April showers bring May Flowers....It's been a raining - 04/02/08 04:02 AM
Yes the weather has had its way with Arkansas as of late. 
Tornados leveled several communites, 16'' of snow a week later, then a 75-80 degree week followed by more than a foot of snow, then between that runoff and in some places 14" of RAIN we are still trying to dry out.  Hey they had to close barge traffic on most every river in the state.  Todays forecast is 60 degrees with Isolated Thunderstorms, with more Thursday and Friday.....yet there is hope (keep reading).
The weekend looks to be beautiful and there really is nothing more enjoyable than Arkansas in springtime.  … (3 comments)

hot springs: November Calendar of Events - 11/09/07 04:25 AM
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hot springs: Hot Springs is at it again. - 10/23/07 03:57 AM
Hot Springs wins award !!!!!!
The National Geographic Adventure magazine has chosen Hot Springs as one its 50 Best Adventure Towns in the United States for 2007. 
Hot Springs will be featured in the upcoming September issue that hits newsstands on this Tuesday, according to Ethan Fried of the National Geographic Society in Washington, D.C.
"Choosing one town per state for the cover story feature - 50 Top Adventure Towns - National Geographic Adventure breaks the top adventure towns where you can live the adventure dream daily into five categories:  Wilderness, Small Town, Mountain, Waterfront, and City and also highlights a few … (1 comments)

hot springs: Hot Springs wins award !!!!!! - 10/11/07 04:14 AM
The National Geographic Adventure magazine has chosen Hot Springs as one its 50 Best Adventure Towns in the United States for 2007. 
Hot Springs will be featured in the upcoming September issue that hits newsstands on this Tuesday, according to Ethan Fried of the National Geographic Society in Washington, D.C.
"Choosing one town per state for the cover story feature - 50 Top Adventure Towns - National Geographic Adventure breaks the top adventure towns where you can live the adventure dream daily into five categories:  Wilderness, Small Town, Mountain, Waterfront, and City and also highlights a few select Hot Spots", Fried said.
"With … (2 comments)

hot springs: Hot Springs Village, Arkansas - 10/10/07 09:31 AM
Hot Springs Village Info.
Hot Springs Village, the nation's largest gated community, is a 26,000-acre resort and retirement community offering seven lakes for boating and fishing, nine championship golf courses, 16 tennis courts, 20 miles of wooded hiking trails, indoor and outdoor pools, a fitness center, and performing arts center. Located in the Ouachita Mountains of west-central Arkansas, the village of 15,000 residents is 20 minutes from historic downtown Hot Springs National Park, famed for its Bathhouse Row, thermal waters, shopping, and hundreds of thousands of honeymooners romantic get-away. 
The recent availability of value priced lots, has driven the market through the roof.  Investors … (3 comments)

hot springs: Arkansas State Fair - 10/10/07 09:16 AM
Once again, it's that time of year when the annual Arkansas State Fair, ranked as a "Top 50 Fair in North America" in 2003, 2005, and 2006; promises to be one again this year!
This year's events include
A Live Shark Encounter"Jump" the Ultimate Dog ShowPotbelly pig races, The "Swampmaster Gator Show",Racing displays from the NASCAR Alltell Race Team The National Guard The New Exotic Barnyard The annual FFA Barnyard A multitude of concerts including the Charlie Daniels Band, Kelly Pickler, and REO Speedwagon (see list below)The Arkansas State Rodeo: featuring Bareback riding, calf roping, steer wrestling, bronc riding, barrel racing, bull riding & … (2 comments)

hot springs: Hot Springs, Arkansas - 10/10/07 05:57 AM
A bustling city nestled in the Ouachita Mountains, the only city inside a National Park system, Hot Springs has a long and storied past.  From the thermal waters that have drawn millions, to new developments and attractions that keep them coming back, our little town is the perfect destination for all. 
We offer anything and everything you can think of.  From A to Z there is literally something for everyone.  Minus outrageous Real Estate and property taxes that is.  Our median price of homes is only $139,500, and our property taxes remain the lowest in the U.S.  But what else does … (1 comments)

hot springs: Great family home! - 09/10/07 07:08 AM
Spa Realty, Inc.  Gary and Drew Riley  Team Riley
201 Vale St. Hot Springs, AR 71901
Great family home in Lakeside Schools!  This 1800 sq. ft., 3 bedroom, 2 1/2 bath home on a corner lot is everything you could ask for.  Great location, close to schools, shopping, restaurants, the bypass, etc.  Majestic oak in front welcomes all, fresh paint, new carpet, 2 living areas, plus a 1/2 bath in the oversized garage make this a steal at $139,000.  Motivated Seller will look at all offers.
Call Drew today for your personal preview of this great Hot Springs home.  501-318-7899 hotspringshomes@gmail.com
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hot springs: Hot Springs Nightlife - 09/07/07 07:39 AM
Just becuase summer is over doesn't mean the Spa City has cooled down.
Come for a massage, a thermal bath, or to go hiking, but dont think that just because the sun goes down that the fun is over!  Numerous local hot spots keep things moving and shaking.
The 'retirement' buzz is great, and very true, Hot Springs is a great place to retire, but there is something for the younger crowd too!
Take a look and you'll see, some of the most fun you can legally have is still open and awaiting your visit.
Don't know where to go?  What to do?  Call … (0 comments)

hot springs: Listings on tour....Caravan's......etc. - 09/06/07 05:51 AM
I was browsing through the blogs this morning and I noticed a blog pertaining to taking a group of your listings and putting them on tour. 
Of course we do everything a little different in Arkansas, and we call them caravans (old school perhaps).  Every Wednesday we meet at our board office and take off to visit certain areas of town, and preview anywhere from 5 to 10 listings.   We have some fun lil games, drawings, and give-aways, and always great conversation. 
Plus you get to network with other agents, preview listings that you may want to, or better yet NOT … (1 comments)

hot springs: Hot Springs named in Top 50 Adventure Cities - 08/13/07 03:36 AM
Hot Springs named by National Geographic Adventure Magazine as one of the top 50 best adventure towns in the United States.  The upcoming September issue names Hot Springs as one of the top 50 small towns to live in for adventure and recreation.  Editor Dan Keoppel spent months tracking down the list, and explained why Hot Springs made the list. "With an ideal mix of terrain, activity, and opportunity, Hot Springs is a place you can live the adventure dream daily."
We are excited about this and can add it to the already popular lists of Top Places to Retire, and Top … (0 comments)

hot springs: Hot Springs, AR - 08/08/07 03:05 AM
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Don't know what to sell it for??  … (0 comments)

hot springs: July Calendar of Events - 06/13/07 07:56 AM
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hot springs: August Calendar of Events - 06/13/07 07:54 AM
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hot springs: 120 acre tract Royal, AR (close to Lake Ouachita) - 05/24/07 03:25 AM
 
http://www.spacity.com/content/listdetail.html/44585779?proppos=-9&ag_id=1525861&startpos=1&endpos=10&ids=46227600,48122651,48844064,51921860,48233462,30897922,30898400,50561438,44585779&propertyCount=9
This first time on market 120 acre land tract is located in beautiful Royal, AR just 10 minutes out of Hot Springs on Hwy 270 West. 
Surrounded by rolling pastures, this wooded acreage tract is just waiting for development, would make ideal hunting lodge, or could possibly be subdivided into a little of both.  I've had lots of people looking for land in the Royal area, but there isn't much to pick from.  Buy today, subdivide 3 acre tracts and realize your dreams!  This is an excellent development oppourtunity.  Highly sought after area that continues to grow in popularity amongst both … (0 comments)

 

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