Frequently Asked Questions: Round 1 - 11/30/09 10:27 AM
I asked this question on my Facebook profile last week:
What FAQ’s do you think first time home buyers have? Here are some of the questions that were asked:
Q:  Is a pest inspection a good idea?
A:  YES!  Absolutely!  Especially if there are any traces or evidence of pests or wood destroying insects.  Bob Jackson of Jackson Pest Management charges a fee of $65 for a pest inspection.  Have you ever seen what termites can do to a home?

GET A PEST INSPECTION!  Money well spent.

Q:  Should I have a home inspection?
A:  ABSOLUTELY 100% YES YES … (2 comments)

Santa Claus is coming to town! WAAAHHH!!!!! - 11/29/09 08:20 AM
Now that Thanksgiving has come and gone it’s time to turn our focus to CHRISTMAS!
Why not pack up the kids, head over to Glenbrook Mall and get your picture taken with SANTA CLAUS??!! It should be fun right?
While I don’t ever remember getting my picture taken with the big guy, I bet these kids will never forget it. 
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g7mUpyYUEvo&feature=player_embedded
If you would like to buy or sell a home in  Fort Wayne Indiana or in the surrounding communities, please call us at 260-704-0842, email us at ChristiansenTeam@gmail.com, or you may want to visit our website for more … (9 comments)

Speechless Sunday (Gotta get that energy out!!) - 11/29/09 07:56 AM
Too cold and windy for a walk?  Come on Dexter, time for the treadmill.  He loves it!!


If you would like to buy or sell a home in  Fort Wayne Indiana or in the surrounding communities, please call us at 260-704-0842, email us at ChristiansenTeam@gmail.com, or you may want to visit our website for more specific information on the communities we service.
Relocating to Fort Wayne? Contact us to see how we can help!
Want to know a little more about us?  Check out our Facebook fan page HERE or GOOGLE US!!

Fort Wayne Realtors Jared and Amanda … (10 comments)

11 months and 100,000 points later... THANK YOU ACTIVE RAIN!! - 11/28/09 05:12 PM
This blog entry will put me over the 100,000 point mark here on Active Rain.  I had this GRAND IDEA in my head that this post needed to be something SPECIAL, something MAGICAL, something that NOBODY WOULD FORGET!!!  I wanted to talk about my journey here on Active Rain but wasn't quite sure how to do it...
I started typing it 4 times already today and each time I stopped after 2 paragraphs because I realized I was trying too hard.  I was going to delete what I had started typing but then I remembered Richard Weisser's post about Recycling your … (31 comments)

Help me! I ate TOO MUCH!!!!!! What a fun Thanksgiving! - 11/26/09 06:49 PM
This Thanksgiving was a FUN ONE!!  This morning I woke up, took the dog for a walk and then lounged around for about 5-6 hours.  Then my mother in law came over and we headed over to my dad and step mom's for some AWESOME turkey!!  I got to see two of my three brothers and both of my sisters, plus their kids. 
Incredible food, great company, and a lot of laughs.  Oh, did I mention food?  I think I ate at least two pounds of turkey, then the taters, then the rolls, then more turkey, then some of those crazy … (6 comments)

What I am thankful for. Well, SOME of what I'm thankful for. :) - 11/25/09 05:09 PM
It's Thanksgiving Eve and I can already smell my Dad's turkey and my Step Mom's Deviled Eggs.  Oooh yeah...  Every year they do it up BIG for all of us to come over and have a lot of food and a lot of fun.  I am thankful for all the effort they go through every year to make it a great time for all of us.  It got me thinking about all the things I am thankful for. 
GOD
My wife and my son.  They are my two favorite people in the whole world and I am so lucky and thankful … (5 comments)

Do you think the tax credit extension will keep things busy this Winter? - 11/25/09 09:51 AM
I have only had my license since January of 2009 but my wife Amanda has been licensed for 2 years now.  I remember last year during the winter she was VERY slow.  Of course it had to do with the holidays, but it was also a record breaking winter for FREEZING weather and we had a giant ICE STORM.  I didn't even want to go outside to get the paper so I couldn't imagine Buyers wanting to look at houses in that kind of weather. 
We have seen a little bit of a slow down in November, but in the last … (2 comments)

You really expect me to believe that? Really? - 11/24/09 03:30 PM
Here is what the listing agent told me a day after I showed my Buyer his AWESOME listing.
"You and your Buyer had better hurry up and get your offer in, I have somebody else VERY INTERESTED in the property so MOVE QUICK!!"
Really? 
Seriously?
This home has been on the market for 345 days, is OVER PRICED by $20,000, has two walls caving in, is in a flood zone, and has a graveyard just beyond the back yard.

(Not the actual house)
You really expect me to believe that?  Really????
Sometimes this game just really makes me smile.  … (6 comments)

My first house warming party with a client. LOVE IT!! - 11/22/09 05:45 PM
I met Ashley at an open house earlier this year.  She wasn't quite ready to buy a home, but she told me she would call me when she was ready.  A few months later she called me and said LET'S GO!  We started the search, looked at 16 houses and then found THE ONE!!  It's a beautiful home that was completely remodeled and it was exactly what her and her family were looking for.
We made the offer, negotiated back and forth, and then BAM!!!!  Accepted offer!  Inspection, CHECK.  Title search, CHECK.  Closing, UM... woops, slight delay.  The listing agent (who … (53 comments)

IT'S GOING TO BE A GRRRRRREAT DAY!!!! - 11/21/09 08:25 AM
 
I wake up each day thankful for what I have and thankful for the life I live, but some days I just wake up and I know without a doubt that today that:
IT’S GOING TO BE A GRRRRREAT DAY!!!!!!!!!

The sun is shining, I already got my morning hug from my wife (AND SHE ALREADY HAS THE COFFEE MADE!!), my son is on a walk with the new pup, and I have 4 showings with some very fun people.
After my showings I will return to a home that smells like pumpkin pie that my wife is making … (6 comments)

Movie Review: 2012 - 11/20/09 10:51 AM
Director Roland Emmerich has given us several apocalyptic films in the past in Independance Day and The Day After Tomorrow, and he offers another look at the end of the world in 2012.
The preview for this movie really peaked my interest, not so much for the action, but for the story line.  Well I was very disappointed in BOTH.
While this movie has some of the most incredible special affects I have ever seen, it was so over the top I found myself laughing out loud when I think I was supposed be saying WOW!!
Remember that scene from … (1 comments)

Wordless Wednesday: The real estate market it LOOKING UP!! - 11/18/09 07:27 AM

 
If you would like to buy or sell a home in  Fort Wayne Indiana or in the surrounding communities, please call us at 260-704-0842, or you may want to visit our website for more specific information on the communities we service:  Fort Wayne Real Estate, Huntington Real Estate, Columbia City, Bluffton, Roanoke, Warsaw and Winona Lake, Auburn, New Haven and North Manchester, IN.  Or if you would like to hear more about a certain subdivision in Fort Wayne or surrounding communities please let me know!  I take requests!
Relocating to Fort Wayne?  Contact us to see how we can … (5 comments)

Fort Wayne Open House 1835 Sovereign Drive Fort Wayne Indiana 46815 This Sunday 1-3!! - 11/14/09 07:06 PM
1835 Sovereign Dr, Fort Wayne, Indiana 46815
3 Bedrooms, 1 1/2 baths
1210 square feet with an open kitchen/dining room area
All of this for $92,500 $89,900!!!

How's that for CURB APPEAL?

Nice job with the landscaping!

Gorgeous wood laminate flooring and an open kitchen leading into the dining room.

How's that for modern decor?  Might have the owners come decorate my house.  :) 

Look's cozy doesn't it?

 
This home features a large fenced in yard (NEW PRIVACY FENCE in 2008), wood laminate flooring, newer carpet, updated bathrooms, and modern decor and colors.  … (1 comments)

Shannonside Subdivision Market Report, Fort Wayne, Indiana - 11/13/09 03:35 PM
Shanonside Subdivision Fort Wayne Indiana Market Report for October 2008-October 2009
Houses SOLD:  7
Average LIST price:  $84,471
Average list price PER SQ FEET:  $64
Average SELLING price:  $82,057
Average sale price PER SQ FEET:  $62
Average SQUARE FOOTAGE of home: 1426
Average DAYS ON MARKET: 60
LOWEST sale price:  $60,100 (4 BR 2 Baths 1848 SQ FT House needed work)
HIGHEST sale price:  $102,000 (3 BR 2 Baths 1600 SQ FT)

1720 Carlow Court in Shannonside was old by my wife Amanda Christiansen in 23 DAYS!!  It's a 3 bedroom 2 bath 1016 square foot home that had a … (1 comments)

Millstone Subdivision Market Report, Fort Wayne, Indiana - 11/13/09 03:20 PM
Millstone Subdivision Fort Wayne Indiana Market Report for October 2008-October 2009
Houses SOLD:  20
Average LIST price:  $117,705
Average list price PER SQ FEET:  $78
Average SELLING price:  $113,749
Average sale price PER SQ FEET:  $75
Average SQUARE FOOTAGE of home: 1557
Average DAYS ON MARKET: 48
LOWEST sale price:  $88,000 (3 BR 2 Baths 1113 SQ FT HUD House needed work)
HIGHEST sale price:  $147,000 (4 BR 3 Baths 2289 SQ FT)
 
 Millstone Subdivision ACTIVE listings
Active Houses:  4
Average List Price:  $118,046
Average Square Feet:  1536
Average list price PER SQ FEET:  $78
Current Average Days on Market: … (0 comments)

It's a BOY!! The newest addition to our family... - 11/13/09 09:14 AM
Dexter is a rescued dog through ARPO in Indianapolis, Indiana.  He is a 3 month old Terrier mix.  So sweet, so smart and SO MUCH FUN!  Welcome to the family Dexter!!



If you would like to buy or sell a home in  Fort Wayne Indiana or in the surrounding communities, please call us at 260-704-0842, or you may want to visit our website for more specific information on the communities we service:  Fort Wayne Real Estate, Huntington Real Estate, Columbia City, Bluffton, Roanoke, Warsaw and Winona Lake, Auburn, New Haven and North Manchester, IN.  Or if you would … (8 comments)

What I LOVE about being a Fort Wayne Realtor. - 11/12/09 07:55 AM
I just read a blog where somebody was venting about what they love and hate about selling real estate.   I don't like to focus on the negative so I decided to write a blog about the things I LOVE about being a Realtor here in Fort Wayne:
I LOVE it when a client finds their DREAM HOME!
I LOVE it when I get that excitement of a new lead.
I LOVE that I can set my own hours.
I LOVE it when a Seller is realistic about the price of their home and doesn't want to list it for $20,000 … (0 comments)

Fort Wayne Open House 1835 Sovereign Drive Fort Wayne Indiana 46815 This Sunday 1-3!! - 11/11/09 04:48 PM
1835 Sovereign Dr, Fort Wayne, Indiana 46815
3 Bedrooms, 1 1/2 baths
1210 square feet with an open kitchen/dining room area
All of this for $92,500 $89,900!!!

How's that for CURB APPEAL?

Nice job with the landscaping!

Gorgeous wood laminate flooring and an open kitchen leading into the dining room.

How's that for modern decor?  Might have the owners come decorate my house.  :) 

Look's cozy doesn't it?

 
This home features a large fenced in yard (NEW PRIVACY FENCE in 2008), wood laminate flooring, newer carpet, updated bathrooms, and modern decor and colors.  … (3 comments)

$8000 First Time Home Buyer Tax Credit - Extended, Expanded, and Modified - 11/07/09 06:59 PM
Thanks Donna, GREAT blog!!
Via Donna Harris, REALTOR® & ASP - Hill Country Austin Lakeway Homes (RE/MAX Austin Skyline):
The $8000 First Time Home Buyer Tax Credit has been extended, expanded, and modified. It is no longer just for First Time Home Buyers, but it's also for Move-up Home Buyers. There are many rules you need to know in order to comply with this credit, and yes, it truly is a credit as long as you're in the house for a minimum of three years.  If you sell prior to three years, you will have to pay it back. First Time Home Buyer … (1 comments)

How many different ways do you market your listing? - 11/07/09 06:48 PM
How many different ways do you market your listing?  Here is a list of what we do... would love to hear if I have missed any ideas you may have. 
1.  MLS (I know some agents that only do this)
2.  There's the obvious:  SIGNS in the yard and directional signs around the neighborhood.
3.  MLS Email blast that sends the new listing to other agents in town.
4.  One of my favorites:  www.Point2Agent.com.  This awesome site blasts your listing to over 30 sites. 

5.  My wordpress blog
6.  My Active Rain Blog
7.  Craigslist (Even though I get more … (8 comments)

Closing gifts! Man this is getting fun!!! - 11/06/09 08:12 AM
I'm in my 10th month of being a Realtor here in Fort Wayne.  When I started doing showings I thought that was the most fun part!  Then I started having closings and thought that was the most fun part!  Then I started getting creative with my closing gifts and I have to tell you...
THAT IS THE MOST FUN!!!!!!!
I started off just getting gift cards for my Buyers.  Then I started taking a picture of them during our final walk through and making post cards with the picture on it and a caption that says "Dave and Emily have moved!"  … (5 comments)

$6,500 "Move-Up" Credit Explained by the Senator Who Invented It - 11/05/09 05:27 PM
Thank you Dave, reblogging this!
Via Dave Woodland - Your Bend, OR Friendly, Knowledgable Mortgage Professional (Signet Mortgage):
These days - more than ever - experience counts!

541.318.0888
… (3 comments)

Sunny Meadows Subdivision Fort Wayne, Indiana market report - 11/03/09 03:47 PM
Sunny Meadows Subdivision Fort Wayne Indiana Market Report for October 2008-October 2009
Houses SOLD:  5
Average LIST price:  $74,260
Average list price PER SQ FEET:  $61
Average SELLING price:  $71,180
Average sale price PER SQ FEET:  $58
Average SQUARE FOOTAGE of home: 1287
Average DAYS ON MARKET: 56
LOWEST sale price:  $46,000 (3 BR 1.5 Baths 1032 SQ FT House needed work)
HIGHEST sale price:  $88,000 (3 BR 2 Baths 1396 SQ FT)
 
 Sunny Meadows Subdivision ACTIVE listings
Active Houses:  1
Average List Price:  $74,900
Average Square Feet:  1288
Average list price PER SQ FEET:  $58
Current Average Days on … (0 comments)

Royal Oaks Subdivision Fort Wayne, Indiana market report - 11/03/09 03:40 PM
Royal Oaks Subdivision Fort Wayne Indiana Market Report for October 2008-October 2009
Houses SOLD:  9
Average LIST price:  $186,032
Average list price PER SQ FEET:  $56
Average SELLING price:  $81,761
Average sale price PER SQ FEET:  $53
Average SQUARE FOOTAGE of home: 1558
Average DAYS ON MARKET: 67
LOWEST sale price:  $47,000 (3 BR 1.5 Baths 1349 SQ FT House needed a lot of work)
HIGHEST sale price:  $108,000 (3 BR 2 Baths 1728 SQ FT)
 
 Royal Oaks Subdivision ACTIVE listings
Active Houses:  3
Average List Price:  $100,958
Average Square Feet:  1633
Average list price PER SQ FEET:  $63
Current … (0 comments)

Walden Subdivision Fort Wayne, Indiana market report - 11/03/09 01:02 PM
Walden Subdivision Fort Wayne Indiana Market Report for October 2008-October 2009
Houses SOLD:  17
Average LIST price:  $110,247
Average list price PER SQ FEET:  $60
Average SELLING price:  $105,518
Average sale price PER SQ FEET:  $58
Average SQUARE FOOTAGE of home: 1871
Average DAYS ON MARKET: 62
LOWEST sale price:  $91,500 (3 BR 2.5 Baths 1184 SQ FT HUD House, needed a lot of work)
HIGHEST sale price:  $149,000 (4 BR 2.5 Baths 2872 SQ FT)
 
 Walden Subdivision ACTIVE listings
Active Houses:  3
Average List Price:  $103,233
Average Square Feet:  1732
Average list price PER SQ FEET:  $60
Current Average … (1 comments)

Wallen Chase Subdivision Fort Wayne, Indiana market report - 11/03/09 12:38 PM
Wallen Chase Subdivision Fort Wayne Indiana Market Report for October 2008-October 2009
Houses SOLD:  11
Average LIST price:  $121,514
Average list price PER SQ FEET:  $80
Average SELLING price:  $118,386
Average sale price PER SQ FEET:  $78
Average SQUARE FOOTAGE of home: 1535
Average DAYS ON MARKET: 78
LOWEST sale price:  $91,000 (2 BR 2 Baths 1184 SQ FT)
HIGHEST sale price:  $175,000 (3 BR 2.5 Baths 2078 SQ FT)
 
 Walen Chase Subdivision ACTIVE listings
Active Houses:  6
Average List Price:  $125,942
Average Square Feet:  1758
Average list price PER SQ FEET:  $74
Current Average Days on Market:  42

… (0 comments)

Arlington Park Subdivision Fort Wayne, Indiana market report - 11/03/09 12:26 PM
Arlington Park Subdivision Fort Wayne Indiana Market Report for October 2008-October 2009
Houses SOLD:  27
Average LIST price:  $145,311
Average list price PER SQ FEET:  $64
Average SELLING price:  $139,307
Average sale price PER SQ FEET:  $61
Average SQUARE FOOTAGE of home: 2287
Average DAYS ON MARKET: 79
LOWEST sale price:  $65,000 (4 BR 3.5 Baths 2313 SQ FT, needed work)
HIGHEST sale price:  $221,900 (4 BR 2.5 Baths 2448 SQ FT)
 
 Arlington Park Subdivision ACTIVE listings
Active Houses:  14
Average List Price:  $191,557
Average Square Feet:  2,478
Average list price PER SQ FEET:  $75
Current Average Days on Market:  … (0 comments)

8918 Hemphill Drive, Fort Wayne Indiana is SOLD by The Christiansen Team!! - 11/02/09 07:20 PM
Offered for $77,900
SOLD by The Christiansen Team for $76,000 in 18 DAYS!!!!!!!!

This is a 3 bedroom 2 bathroom home with an open concept in the kitchen, living room and dining room.  It has a lot of updates including newer flooring, newer kitchen cabinets and counter tops, and new lights and ceiling fans.  I am sure the new owners will be VERY HAPPY in their new home!!!
I am THRILLED for my new friends Terrell and Angel.  Terrell works with Big Brothers/Big Sisters here in Fort Wayne and was introduced to me by my friend and match support specialist … (3 comments)

 
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