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short sales: Cedar City, UT, Area Experiences Investor and Homeowner Home Shopping! - 03/26/12 05:17 PM
We all agree that we are still in a buyer's market. However, the homes for sale in the lower price ranges are attracting multiple offers, and I believe this is a steady market that will soon experience rising prices. Do you agree? Investors and homeowners seem to be fighting over the available homes less than $100,000 and even as high as $200,000. Often there's a rush to get the offer in immediately.
Today I had a buyer call me to put an offer in on a home. When I called the listing agent, I was told that 2 offers had come … (0 comments)
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short sales: Would You Agree That Selling Real Estate Is Lots of fun? - 03/05/12 03:12 PM
When I was a little girl, I would send out flyers, lick stamps. lick envelopes and stand on a chair by the road holding a sign--all to help my Real Estate Broker Dad sell homes. I also remember helping to clean his new construction homes and put little curves to show where the door swings and an X where the light goes on his plans.
As a child, I found it fun to play at being a real estate agent. Now that I'm a real live REALTOR and have been for 28 years, it is still fun. I mean it.
Recently, we closed a sale … (1 comments)
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short sales: Dear Mr. and Mrs. Seller, Do You Really Want To Sell Your Home? - 02/21/12 12:42 PM
Last week I spoke to sellers that said they absolutely needed to sell their home quickly. Does that mean they were motivated? It was obvious these sellers were not. They informed me immediately that they would need a cash buyer because their home would not appraise for the amount they had to pocket. Therefore, the buyer would probably not be able to get a loan. Does this sound like a quick sell to you?
This type of scenario may have worked in 2005 when buyers were sometimes willing to pay $30,000 above appraised price. It most certainly is not reasonable in the current buyers' market. This is a bargain driven real estate market … (1 comments)
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short sales: Dare To Dream The Impossible Dream! Apparently, Nothing is Impossible! - 01/24/12 06:09 PM
Dare To Dream The Impossible Dream! Apparently, Nothing is Impossible!
Steve Florio of Mortgage Family emailed an article "Field of possibilities" that caught my attention. Let me quote, "Whatever it is you desire to have, to be, or to experience, already exists within the realm of possibility. The more fully you express that desire, the more completely it appears in your life." The above statement requires some thought beyond just reading. I do firmly believe that if you think positively, live courageously, and believe in yourself, dreams do come true. I also believe that it is of the utmost importance to make sure that our positive thoughts … (2 comments)
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short sales: Janet's Team is Wishing The Best To You The Whole Year Through in 2012! - 01/13/12 11:43 AM
The American dream is a reality! Let's wake up to beautiful new homes for all Americans!
My prediction is that 2012 is going to be a fantastic year for helping with the home ownership process! We as REALTORS are in a position to provide an incredible service!
In years past, some buyers were unable to purchase homes because prices were simply too high for them to qualify. Some homes in some ranges are now priced like 20 years ago. With low interest rates that didn't exist 20 years ago, buyers can enjoy some of the lowest monthly payments available for … (1 comments)
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short sales: Iron County, Utah, Real Estate is on the Move! - 12/02/11 06:23 PM
Iron County Real Estate Update from Utah Association of REALTORS (UAR), shows closings are up year to date 10.8% over last year. I think that's great! I'd be spinning cartwheels if our average sales price hadn't gone down to $92,500! I don't believe you could even buy a home for that price in the peak of the market in 2006!
With prices that low, commissions can't be bringing in huge profits at this point in our careers! I still feel positive, however, about our real estate market in the Cedar City, UT, area. Why? Because homes are selling, and buyers are excited … (0 comments)
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short sales: Act Now in Cedar City! Are Bargain-Priced Homes Selling Quickly Everywhere? - 11/12/11 04:47 PM
Cedar City, UT, homes are selling quickly when they are priced as bargains! Buyers are sad if their home goes under contract before they get around to making an offer! They also find it difficult to compete when several offers come in at once! I recommend that buyers who find the home they want get their offer in immediately and at their best price. If the buyer offers full price, there's a chance the offer can get a seller signature and go under contract before the multiple offers come in. Why submit a low offer and find out someone else bid higher and bought … (1 comments)
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short sales: How is Home Value Established When 2 Sold Comparables Are $70,000 Apart? - 11/08/11 06:31 PM
It's amazing how difficult it is sometimes to decide in advance what a home is worth. There are lots of sold comparables and some are miles apart in sold price. You can't just sit down with a seller and say flip a coin because they'll flip it their way to the top comparable which is usually too high to attract the next buyer.
I believe the seller needs to stand back and see the big picture--not just a printed report. I like to sit down with the seller and look together at the high and low range of solds that are similar … (1 comments)
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short sales: Why Would Anyone Buy Their Landlord's Home When They Could Buy Their Own? - 11/04/11 01:23 PM
Why Buy A Home For Your Landlord When You Could Establish Your Own Future?
Buyers in the Cedar City World of Real Estate are buying the bargains as they are in most areas in the country. We are seeing homeowners as well as investors taking advantage of the low prices and low interest rates which can translate into low and affordable monthly payments. Whether buyers want the joy and security of owning their homes or the future wealth in owning rentals, I believe now is the time to take advantage of the sea of opportunity in the form of gorgeous … (1 comments)
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short sales: Buyers Benefit by Using REALTOR With ABR Designation When Buying Home! - 11/22/10 08:08 PM
Accredited Buyer Representative (ABR) is the national designation buyers should watch for when choosing their real estate agent to purchase their home. ABR is more than just letters behind an agent's name. This designation means the agent is highly trained in buyer-representation which is very important to buyers in this market.
Please call Janet Naisbitt-Bagley, ABR, CRS, ERS, GRI, SFR, Associate Broker, Premier Agent at ERA Realty Center in Cedar City, Utah 435-865-1019 or 800-934-3742 or email naisbitt@infowest.com for help with all of your needs whether referring, buying or selling. Her training is in approximately the top 2% in the nation which benefits you whether … (0 comments)
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short sales: Veterans Day and Thanksgiving Go Well Back To Back! - 11/13/10 06:18 PM
Two days ago we honored our veterans with a special holiday and rightly so. I took my husband, who is also a veteran, to dinner. We spoke of how thankful we are for this great country and for the wonderful freedoms that we enjoy. Our freedom comes at great cost. Our hearts are filled with deep gratitude for all who have served, who are now serving and who will serve to preserve the blessings we enjoy in this great country! May God be with all of them and with America always.
Thanksgiving is just around the corner with more opportunities for us to focus on the … (1 comments)
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short sales: Cedar City Real Estate Is Bustling With Buyers Looking To Buy Before 4/30/10! - 04/20/10 12:40 AM
Will they still love us tomorrow (or rather after April 30)? I am going to go out of my normal sphere of saying, "I don't have a crystal ball," by answering that query with a resounding, "Yes! I believe they will!"
The buyers we have been working with really seem to want to own their own homes. They seem to believe this is a great time to buy while interest rates and prices are low and while home inventory is high. From what I'm seeing, many buyers are only hurrying because they think it would be fun to have an extra $8,000. I'm not getting the impression … (1 comments)
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short sales: Many Buyers Are Rushing to Buy Homes To Qualify For The $8,000 Tax Credit! - 04/17/10 12:47 AM
Has anyone seen anyone qualify yet for the $6500 tax credit? I think that is probably the least understood of the tax credits, and I wonder if very many people are taking advantage of it. The tax credit for those who have not owned a home in the last 3 years is definitely the popular one. I'm not sure the word really got out that you may qualify for $6500 tax credit even if you have owned a home! What do you think?
I'm hoping it is not too late for the large number of buyers looking for homes to realize their dream … (6 comments)
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short sales: How Many Real Estate Agents Joined The National Open House Today? - 04/11/10 12:12 AM
4 of my active homes for sale were open today for tours by buyers hoping to take advantage of the $8,000 and $6500 tax credits. According to our Cedar City Daily News there were approximately 40 homes open today in Iron County. I wonder what the success ratio was nationwide. Do you have any reports?
My 4 homes did receive some action, and there is one buyer who may purchase one of the 4 homes. She's narrowed her search to that home and is seeing if dad will help her buy it. The success ratio would be high if one out … (4 comments)
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short sales: Exciting Real Estate Career Benefits From Resting On Sunday! - 02/20/10 07:49 PM
I love working and I love my real estate career! There are not very many things better than the excitement and joy of helping people reach their real estate goals.
It's especially fulfilling to help buyers get into their first home! First time home buyers are often so thrilled that they give you a hug and tell you how grateful they are with tears of joy in their eyes. What an upper!
As much as I love selling real estate, my favorite day is Sunday! I love my day of rest with my husband, family and friends. It keeps me going all week long! … (8 comments)
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short sales: Real Estate Assistants: To Be Licensed or Not--That Is The Question! - 01/28/10 08:35 PM
The answer is a resounding, YES!" I was thinking today about a trip coming up for me in the near future! I love relaxing to the sound of ocean waves while reading a book and napping in the warm sun! Suddenly, I felt gratitude for my licensed assistants. I can leave with the knowledge that my assistants will continue to give my clients the same quality of service that they would get if I were there! That's very comforting because it is very important to me to always give top service.
I have had real estate agents try to talk me … (2 comments)
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short sales: Agents, Sellers, Buyers, Should I Add REALTOR.com To My Blogging List? - 01/16/10 12:14 AM
Recently I attended training put on by REALTOR.com for REALTORS in the Cedar City, Utah area. There was a lot of valuable information. I only wish that I could put it all into use and am working on some of the high points.
One of the things that was recommended in the class was that I sign up to blog free on REALTOR.com. You have to understand that I am staying up late typically in order to blog on my website, www.homesincedarcity.com, as well as on "Active Rain." I would probably be blogging on REALTOR.com even later--maybe even the middle of … (3 comments)
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short sales: Yes, My Real Estate Career IS Busy! How about yours? - 01/11/10 03:01 PM
I sent a blog on Saturday commenting on what a busy and productive week it had been. I got a blog back from an agent saying he didn't know if the word "busy" could be used any more in conjunction with real estate. i can't resist commenting that I have been in the real estate business for over 26 yeaars, and I have always been busy and still am. In fact, I have 3 licensed assistants plus my husband helping me, and we're all busy! My assitants and I are all working overtime to keep up with the workload.
Would anyone … (6 comments)
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short sales: Looking Forward to Restful Sunday After Busy Real Estate Week! - 01/09/10 06:20 PM
I had a great week! It was both busy and productive! I hope all of you are experiencing a successful 2010!
Let's take a break tomorrow and enjoy some meditation, family and restful study! Then we'll get back to a busy week next week. What do you say?
For all your real estate needs, please email naisbitt@infowest.com or call 800-934-3742. Check out the website at www.homesincedarcity.com! Enjoy your Sabbath, and we'll talk to you Monday! We can give you top service with every home!
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short sales: Did you know There's a National Short Sale Designation (SFR)? - 12/23/09 10:00 PM
Only 1 more hour long Webinar, and I'll have my national SFR designation! It's a total of 8 hours plus 3 Webinars, and then you can submit your application for The NAR short sale designation. I've taken several short sale training courses, but this is the best yet! It's excellent training! Even for an experienced agent like me, I learned some things! I recommend you take the training; and if you do that, you might as well apply for the designation. Check out www.realtorsfr.org. Not all real estate agents want to work on short sales; but if you are going to anyway, you'll want to … (6 comments)
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Janet Naisbitt-Bagley
Cedar City,
UT
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