tetonia: Short Sale Your Home Teton Valley Idaho - Realtor With Experience - 05/11/12 07:14 AM
West Group Real Estate has the pleasure of working with many clients to help them avoid foreclosure by selling their homes. Banks are cooperating in the process and most are waiving their rights to a Deficiency Judgment against the borrower. We have learned the short sale process and have been successful in helping our clients sell their homes and exiting gracefully.
Why do Lenders prefer a short sale over a foreclosure?
$$$!! It comes down to money!
· A short sale costs the lender about 20-30% less than if they had to foreclose.
· Maintaining a foreclosed … (0 comments)
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tetonia: I’m Gonna be Late for Dinner Again - 05/02/12 06:49 AM
Last night I called Heather and let her know I was going to be late for dinner. I just got a call to do a drive by BPO and I was going to take the order. I live in Teton Valley Idaho (ID)and the servicer wanted me to do a broker price opinion in Grovertown Indiana (IN).
The servicer’s accent made me wonder if she was a virtual assistant from somewhere outside of the US. Not that everyone in the US would know that ID is for Idaho and IN is for Indiana. In fact I am not sure … (8 comments)
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tetonia: Shift from Multiple Properties to Multiple Buyers - 05/01/12 06:47 AM
We are starting to see a shift in our market. Where just last year it was common to see offers state “buyer is offering on multiple property and will buy only one” now we are seeing multiple buyers offering on the same property.
In one situation a cabin in rough shape on a town lot hit the market Friday and by Monday had 7 offers. Two of the offers for above ask and one by nearly 130% of ask price.
I have suggested that buyers consider the value of the property, not what will someone else likely bid.
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tetonia: Where the Bears Roam, Teton Valley Idaho - 04/23/12 02:51 PM
We have had some bear sightings this spring and it is important to be “Bear Aware” when you live and play here in Teton Valley Idaho. Here is a recent article from the local news about a grizzly bear that had become a problem to civilized human occupation. Or should I say Humans became a problem to this bear?
News Channel 8, bear was euthanized in Teton Valley,
Some things to remember when hiking, riding or biking mountain trails:
· Make some noise – most bear attacks happen when humans stumble onto a bear that is unaware.
· Keep your … (19 comments)
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tetonia: After The Storm - 04/21/12 06:16 AM
When it was easy in the Real Estate Business there was a migration to the business. People quit their real job for a Real Estate business to make some easy money.
During the storm there was an exodus. That’s when I got back into the business. People thought I was crazy. Why would you want to be in the RE Brokerage business now?!
After the Storm, when the sun comes out the survivors will be standing in the sun and will appreciate the fact that they survived the storm.
I for one appreciate all the clients, customers, referrals and support … (12 comments)
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tetonia: Need Homes For Sale in Teton Valley Idaho - 04/15/12 04:28 PM
As bank foreclosures have slowed and short sales are fewer in the market we have need for some homes to present to our buyers.
West Group Real Estate has buyers currently in the market for:
· Home up to $1,000,000 with acreage – high end finishes
· High end home up to $700,000.
· Home with horse property/acreage up to $350,000.
· Ski Hill Rd area rental property $250,000 to $450,000.
· Home needing repairs OK up to $125,000 with some property 1 to 5 acres
· Town homes & condos with creek frontage – Victor and Driggs
· Entry level … (4 comments)
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tetonia: People, Networking and Information Business - 04/09/12 03:57 PM
When asked how I like being in the sales businessit only took a minute for me to respond.
“I am in the People, Networking and Information Business”. You see I do not consider myself a “SALES PERSON”; I do not actually SELL people on anything! I meet people; I share my knowledge of the market and the homes that are available in our area. I help them find a home that is right for them or help them find a buyer that is right for their home. I do nothowever SELL them on anything.
I have met with a few … (5 comments)
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tetonia: Rotary Bingo to Fight Polio - 04/06/12 06:30 PM
END POLIO NOW!!
The Rotary Club of Teton Valleyis hosting Rotary BINGO Every Tuesday in April and May, 2012 at the Driggs Community Center.
Start time: 7:00pm
Buy-In is as low as $10.00, pay-outs based on the attendance.
10 games
$300.00 ADDED MONEY for Game 8!
Benefitting the Global Fight to END POLIO NOW!!
For more information and details contact Isabel Waddell at 208-354-3230
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tetonia: Teton Valley Community Recycling - 04/06/12 10:51 AM
Teton Valley Community Recycling has developed an ethical solution to waste reduction that is financially sound and environmentally friendly for our Valley. They are improving the efficiency and convenience of recycling. TVCR has recently received a grant from the Teton Springs Foundation. Now the county is able to start baling cardboard, aluminum cans, tin cans, and plastics for recycling purposes.
Here are some of the Events and Goals that will be taking place this year in Teton Valley:
Events
· Annual Trash Bash June 2nd
· FREE Composting workshop June 16th
· Grand Teton Brewing Company Nonprofit Night … (0 comments)
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tetonia: No Pig Wrestling at the Teton Valley Fair for 2012 - 03/29/12 06:27 AM
The Fair Board has decided not to hostPig Wrestling for 2012. The deciding factor was the cost to bring the event to the Fair. The cost is $5,000.00 and last year the event ran at a loss of $1,500.
We can have this event again if we can get sponsors in 2013 to cover some of the costs. The question is does the public want us to bring the pigs and wrestlers back? What do you think about the pig wrestling?
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tetonia: Work in the World Market From Home, Live in Teton Valley Idaho - 03/27/12 02:55 PM
Want to live in Teton Valley Idaho? I run into more and more people that work from home in the expanding world market and telecommute. With technology what it is today a lot of people are choosing to live where they want to. And if you can live anywhere in the world, Driggs, Victor or Tetonia is a great place to live. Recognized nationally as a destination area for an array of outdoor recreational activities including:
· Skiing
· Hunting
· Snowmobiling
· Hiking
· Horseback riding
· Rodeo
· Mountain biking
· Fly-fishing
· Ranching
Do these kinds … (0 comments)
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tetonia: The Truth About Short Sale -What to do? - 02/28/12 07:02 PM
Are you wondering what to do? Trying to decide if you should attempt a Short Saleor just wait for Foreclosure? Are you getting conflicting information? Is it hard to tell what the Truth is? What is fact or fiction?
Find a Broker or Agent that has learned how to navigate the process and can show a track record of closings.
Here are my recommendationsfor anyone that wants to market and sell their property Short.
1. Contact an agent that has Short Sale Experience. Ask if they will look at your situation and help you understand your options.
2. Be prepared to … (0 comments)
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tetonia: 2012 The NEW Real Estate Normal - 02/24/12 07:48 AM
Our year has started out much better, hope yours has as well. I am looking forward to finding the new normal in the real estate equation.
I hit the pillow on the eve of 2012 and thought "This is going to be a good year". I asked my Real estate partner Heather (and wife, yes I sleep with my business partner) if she thought people all around the U.S. would be thinking the same thing?
Don't YOU think people are ready for a change? A change for the better!
How many in our industry have been collecting Buyers? … (4 comments)
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tetonia: Teton Valley Idaho and Teton County Wyoming - MLS for FREE - 02/05/12 01:47 PM
Our website www.TetonPropertySearch.com brings listings for the local MLS of Teton Valley Idaho and Teton County Wyoming to the public for FREE to allow perspective buyers, sellers and anyone interested in the local real estate market to see active listings.
We have function in our site that will send automated updates to those that want them as an added benefit to our prospective clients to help them be the first to know when a price has been reduced or a new listing comes on the market in their price range.
To get the updates a visitor to our site … (0 comments)
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tetonia: JH Rodeo Company, Driggs Idaho Scheduel 2010 - 12/17/11 05:46 PM
The JH Rodeo Company Schedule for 2010 Teton County Idaho Rodeos:
For all of you who would like to enter the rodeo or know somebody who would like to enter the rodeo, entries open Thursday morning at 8:00 AM and close at 4:00 PM. The telephone number is 307-859-8835. If you have any questions please feel free to either e-mail or call Steve Millward of JH Rodeo. 307-690-4036
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tetonia: Ski with the Tigers - A Free Ski Day - 12/12/11 09:04 AM
Thanks to the Community Foundation of Teton Valley and the Teton Valley Ski Education Foundation for The Free Ski Day. Reagan really injoyed skiing with the Tigers. Special thanks to everyone who participated in, coached, or otherwise helped with the event.
The regular Tigers & Bobcats programs are schedueled to begin on January 7th/8th. They are offering one-day and two-day programs (both Saturday and Sundays). You can find more information on their website: www.tvsef.org
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tetonia: How to Measure COMMUNITY BENEFIT- (Lot Sales in Teton Valley) - 12/08/11 02:17 PM
Not a room, how to measure community benefit -vs. - cost OF development? Are there too many lots in Teton Valley Idaho? Is there 300 years of inventory?
How do we measure an advocacy group’s negative impact -vs.- its positive contributions?
If a group that claims to advocate responsible development does not support the developers that plan well are they just advocating against development?
We have an advocacy group here in Teton Valley Idaho that will measure every negative impact of development. I have to agree that a developer should pay for negative impacts. How these are … (0 comments)
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tetonia: Price, Presentation and MARKETING to SELL Your Home - 11/18/11 10:33 AM
Price - Yes you must price your home properly to move it. An overpriced home will set! Real estate agents hear this all the time, "Let's just price the home high and see if there is anyone that just falls in love with it." The reality is in the numbers!
Presentation - Want a Realtor to list your home? OK, get it clean, de clutered and ready to show. When your Real Estate agent comes to the listing presentation they are interviewing the Seller as well as being interviewed. That is if they are a good agent. Show them you … (0 comments)
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tetonia: Teton County Idaho Record LOW monthly Foreclosures - 11/10/11 07:36 PM
As reported by Alliance Title Company the foreclosure report for the month of October in Teton County Idaho was down to a record LOW of $806,076.13 and our year to date at 34,300,790 is down more than half of last years year to date numbers.
From a monthly high of over 28 million in Jan 2010 this is a huge decrease in foreclosure.
Banks are showing a willingness to cooperate with sellers on Short Sales and allowing them to exit more gracefully.
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tetonia: Inventory Falling to 12 Month Low in Teton County Idaho, Driggs and Victor - 10/27/11 11:06 AM
With just over 11 months of inventory there are less homes to choose from and with more buyers per home we may see a shift in our market. This 12 Month Low may have something to do with the banks stall in foreclosure over the robo signing? It is most definatly effected by sellers that do not want to take a hit in this downturn in the market and are holding on till values come back some to list their home.
Ok so I do not expect the 20 plus home sales per month to continue into the winter months. Although we Realtors (c) did sell … (0 comments)
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