real estate: Mortgages, Search Engines and Contacts for Real Estate
- 01/04/08 09:51 AM
Here are some interesting articles on the top 10 list of states with the highest percentage of outstanding loans that are adjustable rates. Compliments of The Real Estate Bloggers besure to click the USA Today link in this article to get caught up on your state if it is not in the top 10. Notice Michigan is #6. Let me recommend one other great site for your search engine marketing. Back in the beginning of my career selling real estate in Lansing, Michigan (1978), we learned about FHA, city inspections, Tom Hopkins sales techniques and life was simple yet different then the … (0 comments)
real estate: Lansing Housing Market 2007 Update and 2008 forecast
- 01/02/08 11:19 AM
The stats are in on 2007 vs. 2006 for the greater Lansing real estate market, based on searching residential sold units off the MLXchange for 2007 I found 4248 residential sales with and average sale price of $143,000.00 compared to 2006 having 4933 sales at an average sale price of $153,618.00. Units are down 14% while average sale price is down 7% over one year. So don't believe what you read, it's hogwash, spin, and dirty media tactics to sell bad news. Overall Lansing faired well compared to most areas in the country. Keep in mind that the reduction in sale … (0 comments)
real estate: Grand Ledge School District, Market update, & Demographics
- 12/30/07 11:07 AM
Grand Ledge School District has much to offer students and parents who are fortunate enough to live in this district. Grand Ledge has a rich history of academic excellence, community pride and community partnerships. To become better acquainted with this district, I recommend visiting the Districts Website. Grand Ledge has had $40,130,778.00 or 228 sale units as of December 30th for 2007. of that figure, $32,309,417.00 or 178 units were residential sales, $6,511,351.00 (37 Units) were Condominium sales. The balance consisted of vacant-land, commercial and income properties. Grand ledge is a great place to live, work and raise a family. If … (0 comments)
real estate: Lansing Community is an essential part of family, of lifestyle, and of real estate.
- 12/25/07 12:24 PM
Understanding local conditions in Lansing is important when it comes to buying and selling real estate, but the neighborhood you choose can have a dramatic impact on all other aspects of your life as well. the Lansing area has many amenities, services, and opportunities for fun, education and home ownership that will impress you and your family. Search many of the greater Lansing area communities here. When it's time to move, call me to get a representative on your side who has experience, Lansing area market knowledge, and the confidence to help you make the best transaction possible. "Expect the Best" Mike … (0 comments)
real estate: Real Estate in Lansing Michigan, Hum Bug! or Joy to The World
- 12/20/07 12:57 PM
Everyday I have at least 5 or 6 articles on my Goggle Reader about the current Fiasco we are going through here in Michigan and across the country. Being the eternal optimist that I am, I force myself to read them to keep a realistic perspective of the market and work on solutions that will help overcome some of these areas. The most realistic thing I have discovered so far, is that most of the major problems out there, I can nothing about. Now, I also read about 12 to 24 positive articles per day about what we can do to … (2 comments)
real estate: Lansing Real Estate, Community Information and Homes
- 12/16/07 01:26 PM
Lansing is more vibrant than ever! There is always something exciting to do or see. Whether it is taking in a show, enjoying an outdoor festival, attending a community class, or simply hanging out and enjoying Lansing's unique culture. It is the people that make Lansing special. This is a place to work, live and call home. Visit the links on my home page for things to do in Lansing, community information and government contacts. Interested in ranking school systems? This handy site handles all your questions and gives you plenty of community information. Looking for a home is easy these … (0 comments)
real estate: Holt, Delhi Township, & Holt Schools Help Real Estate Values
- 12/12/07 01:06 PM
Holt is a great place to buy real estate and raise a family. Our three children attended the Holt school district and loved it. Holt schools are ranked in the top 100 schools in the nation. You will be impressed looking at the demographics. Delhi Township is a growing community. I have serviced the Delhi area and greater Lansing area, in real estate for nearly 30 years, developed two subdivisions and was very involved in the community through clubs and organizations. I am SOLD on this community. If your interested in learning more about the Delhi area and Holt visit the … (0 comments)
real estate: Nobody is Smarter than All of Us
- 12/07/07 01:01 AM
It wasn't that long ago that the real estate industry did not have terms like, RSS News or Feeds, Blogging, IDX/VOW, Search Engine Optimization, and linking. The times are a changing faster then a speeding bullet. Now mitigation, sub prime mortgages and loan modifacationprograms are becoming the talk of the day. The real estate broker and agent of the near future needs to re-invent themselves, re-educate themselves, and re-evaluate their business plans or get lost in the shuffle. In addition to the above and more, the old fashioned basic marketing skills, personal customer service and fire in your heart for this business … (0 comments)
real estate: Lansing Michigan Real Estate, A Changing Trend
- 11/29/07 03:32 AM
We have experienced and are presently going through a complete overhaul with various challenges as Realtors, consumers and those vendors in the Ancillary business of supporting the real estate transaction. With inventories at record highs, home foreclosures, mortgage fraud, and dismal headlines saturating our news media, you would think we are heading for the end of times in the real estate world. "In some ways, the extended real estate boom from 2001 to 2005 created unrealistic expectations that housing is a short-term high-yield investment," said NAR Chief Economist Lawrence Yun in a Realtor.org, recent article. I think he hit it right … (1 comments)
real estate: Lansing Real Estate, Buying a Home the Smart Way
- 11/27/07 12:08 AM
Buying a home can be an emotional, time-consuming, and complex process. There are a few things that you can do to help make the process go as smooth as possible. Number one is consulting with a Realtor to obtain all the tools and advice needed to make a smart purchase that will not have disappointing surprises prior to the closing. Attached here you will find four helpful reports on buying a home, which will give you some insight to get started. Visit MikeBowler.com often for all your real estate needs and wants regardless if your buying, selling or just in the thinking … (0 comments)
real estate: Four areas of Interest for Real Estate Buyers and seller in Michigan
- 11/05/07 06:14 AM
1. For some people, managing the mortgage is as simple as preparing and following a monthly budget. For others, the bills are behind and the pressure is unbearable. Solving debt problems can feel like finding your way in the dark, but it doesn't have to. The Web Site, http://www.holdontoyourhome.org/ is designed to give people all of the information one needs to deal with such a personal situation. Thanks to the vision and commitment of the City of Lansing and The Ingham County Treasurers Office, this site and any resources referred to in this site are free. 2. Lydia Burtraw from Countrywide Home Loans … (0 comments)
real estate: What's Going on in Lansing Michigan
- 10/27/07 07:33 AM
Well the Fall Season is up on us and there is plenty to do in the Lansing areafor families and single people. I hope you enjoy the opportunity to visit some of these events. NAR recently came out with new economic reports and I also have attached the 3rd Quarter Report from Coldwell Banker Hubbell Real Estate Co. The market has shown additional activity over the past few weeks and NOW is still the best time to buy a home. In other good news, the House recently pass a Tax relief bill for homeowners in trouble with their mortgages. If you … (0 comments)
real estate: Home Buyer's Kit for Lansing Area Real Estate
- 09/07/07 08:40 AM
"To leave satisfied you must arrive prepared."Consider this your home buyer's toolkit. Open it up, take a look around, and if you like, start equipping yourself with the tools necessary to make your best purchase. In most businesses, knowledge equals power, and real estate is certainly no exception. I hope you enjoy the free reports I've provided, and I hope you learn a little more about what it takes to make your important purchase a great one. The real estate market in Lansing is certainly volatile, and all of the information about buying a home can be overwhelming. I can help. … (0 comments)
real estate: Let's Brag About Our Comunity (Starting with Lansing MI)
- 08/25/07 01:44 PM
We have plenty to offer here in the greater Lansing area and here's a brag list provide by our Chamber. Keep in mind that Lansing offers the newest GM plant in the world, state government and the Spartans (MSU), which makes us very diversified. Want to tour of our city visit here. Now that I have that out of the way, maybe you would be interested in our low average home prices. These are great reasons to refer your buyers this way if they are looking for quality of life, four seasons, and a great Realtor.This post is being offered as a service … (2 comments)
real estate: A Nice Story to Share
- 07/15/07 04:00 AM
Today, I sent my contacts in the Lansing area this nice story to read. I thought some of you may also enjoy it. Have a wonderful day, Mike The Star Throwerby Loren Eiseley One day a man was walking along the beach when he noticed a figure in the distance. As he got closer, he realized the figure was that of a boy picking something up and gently throwing it into the ocean. Approaching the boy, he asked, "What are you doing?" The youth replied, "Throwing starfish into the ocean. The sun is up and the tide is going out. If I don't … (2 comments)
real estate: I Have Great News!
- 07/04/07 03:34 AM
I am pleased to announce that I am back into the market of listing and selling real estate. After over 25 years of managing, brokering and training other agents, I see opportunity in today's market conditions that most people do not. If you read the Newspaper you would think the sky was falling. (They're part of the problem) Current market conditions in Lansing are challenging (to say the least) with nearly 7000 properties on the market. But, there has never been a better time to buy. Interest rates are the lowest in nearly 40 years, there is more to choose from than … (4 comments)
real estate: These Little Books Can Help Realtors
- 06/05/07 02:08 PM
People do business with those who they like and trust. You don't sell houses (They sell themselves) you sell yourself, your personality, your expertise, your enthusiasm, your ability to listen, and getting results. Jeffrey Gitomer is the Author of "The Little Red Book of Selling", "The Little Red Book of Sales Answers", "Little Gold Book of YES Attitude", "Little Green Book of Getting Your Way" and "Little Black Book of Connections" I've taken the time to read these 5 books over the past 5 weeks and have found them to be a wealth of information for anyone in the relationship … (5 comments)
Here are some interesting articles on the top 10 list of states with the highest percentage of outstanding loans that are adjustable rates. Compliments of The Real Estate Bloggers besure to click the USA Today link in this article to get caught up on your state if it is not in the top 10. Notice Michigan is #6. 
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