Large home in Marion, IA under 175K open Sunday 3/30 - 03/28/08 04:05 PM
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
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Price reduced $5000 to $229,899! Two Hunter's Ridge new ranches! - 03/28/08 03:58 PM
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
 
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Iowa ranks 33rd in foreclosures in 2007 - 03/24/08 01:07 PM
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 … (1 comments)

Attention Cedar Rapids Home Sellers: How to get the best first impression from Buyers - 03/06/08 02:28 PM
Overall, buyers are looking for a home that looks clean, neat and well maintained. By taking care of issues on the exterior, you will be giving your buyers a positive first impression.
Let's take a look first impression items:
1. Next time you drive up to your house look at it like a buyer. Notice what your first impression is? Is the landscaping look good? How does the garage door, driveway and curbs look? Do the bushes and trees block the view of the home? Is the roof in good condition?
2. Paint your front door and mailbox.
3. Wash the exterior of your house. You can get a pressure washer or … (0 comments)

Cedar Rapids Real Estate-Home Odors and how to Eliminate Them - 03/06/08 02:07 PM
You may be desensitized to your homes odor, especially if you smoke or have a pet.You may have smells that you are unaware of and that keep your house from selling because your visits from potential buyers is cut short because of them be uncomfortable being in the house.
By asking your Realtor, you can get an honest answer and help to eliminate this problem. We want our listings nto to smell like anything. Sellers who want to bake bread or have candles burning probably are trying to cover something else up some buyers think.
One product that we use in our own home is a … (0 comments)