Did you know that inventory is very low in certain price ranges? If you home is worth between $80,000-$150,000, chances are it is high demand. These low inventories may even get lower in the winter months which may increase your value. Buyers in the winter with low inventories are frustrated by low numbers of choices and it may be to your benefit to sell now.

Call the Wolter Team at Skogman Realty for a free market analysis on your house at 319-350-7901.

We can help you and your friends save time and money when buying or selling.

Gary & Melynda Wolter

Skogman Realty

319-350-7901   www.GaryWolter.com wolterteam@aol.com

Here are the latest Cedar Rapids MLS figures from Jan.1, 2008 to today Oct 14, 2008:

Here are the percentages of Listings that have expired/withdrawn or were cancelled for each company:

Entire MLS in Cedar Rapids 24.8% (24.8% of all listings didn't sell)

Skogman Realty 20%    (Skogman lists 35.3% of all listings in metro area)

Iowa Realty 18.2%       (Iowa Realty lists 19.1% of all listings

Coldwell Banker Hedges 31.1%

Remax 33%

Why USA 33.3%

Grawe 59% (discount broker) 

For more information of how the Wolter Team at Skogman Realty can sell your house for the most money and in the fastest time frame call us at 319-350-7901 or visit our website at www.GaryWolter.com

Here are the latest statistics for Cedar Rapids Real Estate and Skogman Realty, this area's largest real estate company:

In 2008, on a house that sold for $150,000 average, Skogman Realty will sell it for $2010 more and 43 days faster than Iowa Realty.

Skogman will sell that same house 4 days faster and for $300 more than Coldwell Banker.

34.2% of Skogman's listings sell in the first 30 days

58.7% sell in first 90 days

26.8% sell in first 120 days

The Wolter Team at Skogman Realty average selling our listingsin 32 days and for 99% of the asking price! Call us today to learn more about our 28 step marketing plan.

Gary & Melynda Wolter

Skogman Realty 319-350-7901 www.GaryWolter.com

This inviting home has had many updates in the past 11 years. Charming and a rare find, you will be impressed with what this home has to offer.

The updates include: New Pergot kitchen floor, lighting fixtures, new paint throughout, new windows, newer roof, steel siding with lifetime guarantee, refurbished hardwoods in living room/hallway (original and in great condition), textured walls that are immaculate, 3-seasons room that adds 300 sq ft off the back of the home, large storage shed (16 ft x 16 ft) that matches the home, 2 car garage with extra cement pad for RV/boat. Beautiful landscaping and sugar maple trees in front yard.

Close to I-380, shopping, and employers.

Call the Wolter Team for more information 319-350-7901. For pictures go to www.garywolter.com

Gary & Melynda Wolter, of Skogman Realty, are Cedar Rapids Realtors serving buyers and sellers in the Cedar Rapids, Marion, Hiawatha, areas. Call them to find out how they can sell your home at Top Dollar and in less time (42 days average days on the market). They defend your equity and can help you save thousands on your next home purchase. They average 98% of the asking price for all sellers. Call today to see how they can help you!

This 2 story home offers 2,012 square feet on a larger corner lot. With 3 bedrooms on the main level and 3 upstairs, this home a lot of room to spread out and enjoy a simpler life. With 3 porches (1 enclosed), 3 full bathrooms, 2 kitchens, and a 1 car detached garage, you will enjoy the country living.

Offers a newer roof, newer carpet, some oak floors and all oak door trim, window trim and baseboards, 6 new double pane thermal windows on the North and West sides, oval bevel glass door windows, sliding oak pocket doors, and more.

There is a living privacy fence around the majority of the double lot. Flowering trees and shrubs include mock orange, red twig dogwood, yellow twig dogwood, Barberry (gorgeous in autumn), four colors of lilacs, azaleas, rhododendrons, crabapples, peaches, apples, grape vines, beautiful mature sugar maple, white pine, white spruce, hydrangeas,

Located just 30 minutes from Cedar Rapids, this home has not had problems with flooding or water.

Call Gary & Melynda Wolter, Skogman Realty, at 319-350-7901 or e-mail them at wolterteam@aol.com

www.GaryWolter.com or http://303eprestonst.garywolter.com for pictures.

This Cedar Rapids, IA, condo is close to it all. Located at 1005 Bridgit Ct. SE #11, Cedar Rapids, IA, it is within the Marion School District. With Thomas Park & trails right behind your 1 car detached garage, you will enjoy the wooded atmosphere and all that this condo has to offer. There is shopping, area employers, a large gym, and several restaurants within walking distance. Save your gas money and make good use of this convenient 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom condo! 

This ground level unit with a walk-out sliding door includes all appliances and offers newer carpet.

Call Gary & Melynda Wolter at 319-350-7901 for a private showing. See photos at www.GaryWolter.com

Or e-mail them at wolterteam@aol.com.

The Wolter Team - "Reputation for Results" - Licensed since 2001 - Skogman Realty, Cedar Rapids, Iowa

Please don't miss this awesome opportunity at a home with over 2200 sq ft., built in 2000. This home is in great condition and has 4 bedrooms and 3 full baths. You and your family will enjoy the large yard with a privacy fence.

See all 16 photos at http://149048thst.garywolter.com    

 See all the Cedar Rapids area listings at www.garywolter.com

Gary & Melynda Wolter

Skogman Realty

319-350-7901

Wolterteam@aol.com

Licensed in Iowa since 2001

1490 48th St. in Marion, IA will be open 2-4PM Sunday 3/30/08. Please stop by and see this wide open floor plan with over 2200 sq. ft of living area! Four bedrooms and 3 full baths along with large family room and close to new elementary school and shopping.

Please visit http://149048thst.garywolter.com and see multiple photos of this property that offers immediate possession.

To see other great Marion and Cedar Rapids real estate listings please go to www.garywolter.com

Gary &  Melynda Wolter

Skogman Realty

319-350-7901

Licensed in Iowa since 2001

1360 and 1380 Valentine Circle in Marion, IA are now priced at $229,990 and $229,899! Both of these fabulous ranches have 3 car garages and energy star efficient with fireplaces and complete with landscaping. Over 1600 sq. ft!

Immediate possession!

See over 40 photos of these beautiful Hunter's Ridge homes at http://1360valentinecircle.garywolter.com

and http://1380valentinecircle.garywolter.com

See other Marion and Cedar Rapids real estate listings at www.garywolter.com

Gary & Melynda Wolter

Skogman Realty (Cedar Rapids Largest)

319-350-7901

Licensed in Iowa since 2001

In 2007, Iowa had 7,404 filings and 4,103 properties foreclosed on in 2007. This ranked the Hawkeye state as #33. Here are the top 3 states with the highest rate of foreclosures:

            Number of foreclosures        Percentage of households affected         Percentage of change from '06

Nevada- 34,417                              3.4%                                                     215%

Florida   165,291                             2.0%                                                    124%

Michigan  87,210                             1.9%                                                    68%

This is a great time to buy a home no matter where you are! Rates are low and the selection of homes is at an all time high. Even if you are having to sell, you should net a lot more than in a "normal" market. For instance, if you have to sell your house for 2% less than you anticipated you can easily find a new home for 4-5% less than normal.

E-mail us for a FREE special report, "8 secrets to saving thousands when finding and financing your next home."

www.GaryWolter.com

Gary & Melynda Wolter-Skogman Realty

319-350-7901 wolterteam@aol,com

Licensed in Iowa since 2001