Short Sales – You need a Certified Short Sales Specialist? - 07/30/09 01:24 PM
Janet O'Brian is that Certified Short Sales Specialist and knows the troubles and pitfalls of a short sale transaction. Janet's background was in the legal field work with attorneys for over 20 years, then striking out on her own and opened an office in Palmdale California in 1998.  She wanted to start something new and different and decided Real Estate would be a new challenge.  She got her real estate license in 2002 and was off and running.
As to the new wave of bank own homes being dumped on the mark, the powers that be seem to be quite happy … (1 comments)

Real Estate Trends for Palmdale, Lancaster and the Greater Antelope Valley July 30 2009 - 07/30/09 12:48 PM
Real Estate Trends for Palmdale, Lancaster and the Greater Antelope Valley July 30 2009
Happy days are coming here in the Greater Antelope Valley Palmdale Lancaster area as new listing are poised to come onto the market.  Our inventory have been hovering at the bottom for months now, new housing starts are popping up to fill the lack of available homes.  This is having an affect on prices in the short term as prices are beginning to stabilize, and moving up in soma areas.  Case in point in 2001 homes selling for $115,000 jump during the big run up from 2002 … (0 comments)

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Real Estate Trends for Palmdale, Lancaster and the Greater Antelope Valley July 27 2009 - 07/27/09 04:01 PM
Real Estate Trends for Palmdale, Lancaster and the Greater Antelope Valley July 27 2009
So here we are in the best buyers market in the greater Antelope Valley in many years.  With prices discounted by a much as 60 percent both first time buyers and investors are making the deal of a life time.

In the past few months prices have started to stabilize and in some pockets bump up a bit…  And with the first time buyer tax credit now is the right time to find that dream home. 
Janet and I can help call us or visit our … (0 comments)

Real Estate Trends for Palmdale, Lancaster and the Greater Antelope Valley July 17 2009 - 07/17/09 11:09 AM
Real Estate Trends for Palmdale, Lancaster and the Greater Antelope Valley July 17 2009It seems that vacation time is in full swing in the Antelope Valley Palmdale, Lancaster area as buyers are slowing down for some summer fun.  The heat is no big time with highs in the 100’s…  But as you know in the high desert it is a dry heat…  The freeway is full of RV’s heading out and coming into the valley. 
Lancaster  Friday, July 17 - 6 to 10 p.m. Lancaster Blvd. between Fern & Date Ave. 
Join us for a FREE fun-filled celebration of fine food, music … (0 comments)

Real Estate Trends for Palmdale, Lancaster and the Greater Antelope Valley July 16 2009 - 07/16/09 11:02 AM
Real Estate Trends for Palmdale, Lancaster and the Greater Antelope Valley July 16 2009
As reported there is a 6.4% increase in prices in the resale for June 2009.  This spike we believe is due to the non-release of over 1,000,000 foreclosures the banks are holding.  Why are the bank holding on we can only speculate, government involvement? Banks are waiting for prices to push up? New programs are being putt into place and that takes time to implement.  How may are of these are pre-foreclosures and are going to be sold short, we trust many more short sales are coming … (0 comments)

Real Estate Trends for Palmdale, Lancaster and the Greater Antelope Valley July 14 2009 - 07/14/09 12:02 PM
Real Estate Trends for Palmdale, Lancaster and the Greater Antelope Valley July 14 2009
The start of another week in the greater Antelope Valley, Palmdale Lancaster area is not more of the same as Short Sales have taken over as the major type of available homes to purchase.  As in my previous post two large banks have signed on to an internet based system styled after the REO model. We are projecting an increase in short sales in the Palmdale, Lancaster area to reach into the thousands over the next 12 to 18 months. The system will streamline the notoriously slow … (0 comments)

The Word on the Street is Short Sales... - 07/11/09 12:38 PM
Real Estate Trends for Palmdale, Lancaster and the Greater Antelope Valley July 11 2009
The word on the street is Short Sales are on the way in the greater Antelope Valley Palmdale and Lancaster California.  The “Banks” are coming to grips with the reality and the underlying cost of processing REO’s. Will be keep an eye on this trend…
The new look of the Dailys which are a set of number tracking the current trand in the Ral Estate Market in the Antelope Vally.

Dailys*

Absorption Rate* Current Month 2.0 Months At Last Months Rate 1.2 Months
Historical High … (1 comments)

Real Estate Trends for Palmdale, Lancaster and the Greater Antelope Valley - 07/10/09 03:41 PM
Real Estate Trends for Palmdale, Lancaster and the Greater Antelope Valley July 10 2009
Today’s daily numbers show an upwards tic in all areas a small up-tic. If this continues over the next few weeks we might be seeing the first signs of an swell in available inventory.   The new look of the Dailys which are a set of number tracking the current trand in the Ral Estate Market in the Antelope Vally.

Dailys*

Absorption Rate* Current Month 2.0 Months At Last Months Rate 1.2 Months
Historical High 5300+ Mid 2007
Team O'Brian work with buyers of all … (0 comments)

Lancaster Estates Home with 3+2 - 07/09/09 10:42 AM
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Thursday night on the Poncitlan square in Palmdale goes to the Dog Gone Green. - 07/09/09 10:32 AM
Real Estate Trends for Palmdale, Lancaster and the Greater Antelope Valley July 9 2009
Thursday night on the Poncitlan square in Palmdale goes to the Dog Gone Green. 

Calling all eco-friendly dogs and owners! Repurpose and reuse items to create a doggie costume and then join the costume contest and parade to win prizes from Puppy Mama's Biscuit Bakery, Paint a Dream and Antelope Valley Mall. Use recycled items to create a piggy bank, a button tambourine and a tote bag in the Art & Activity Center. Enjoy the Stamping Station. R&B by Lorena Mackey & The Hi-Lites. Getting … (0 comments)

Real Estate Trends for Palmdale, Lancaster and the Greater Antelope Valley - 07/08/09 11:53 AM
Real Estate Trends for Palmdale, Lancaster and the Greater Antelope Valley July 8 2009Jobs 1,500 new jobe might be on the way in Palmdale.  
Quallion LLC a Sylmar-based battery producer is scheduled to announce plans to build a plant in Palmdale California. The a plant is slated for 9 pluse acres by Ave O and 10th Street West in the Fairway Business Park  It is contingent on receiving a Department of Energy grant. The company had already applied for millions under the Electric Drive and Vehicle Battery and Component Manufacturing Initiative, an effort by the Obama administration to promote the … (0 comments)

Real Estate Trends for Palmdale, Lancaster and the Greater Antelope Valley - 07/02/09 11:01 AM
Real Estate Trends for Palmdale, Lancaster and the Greater Antelope ValleyJuly 2 2009
The Antelope Valley Palmdale Lancaster in the high desert where the land the space shuttle from time to time.  Available resale homes have dropped to levels not seen since the mid 1990’s.  Buyers are faced with bidding up the listed price and not winning the deal as most listings are getting multiple offers.
Below is a breakdown of Sold activity for June 2009.
 
The new look of the Dailys which are a set of number tracking the current trand in the Ral Estate Market in the Antelope Vally.Dailys*
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Okay here is my shameless pitch… Need a Change? - 07/01/09 12:23 PM
Have you been making the most of you business in Real Estate?  Did you know Keller Williams international is one of the fastest growing firms in the country?   You can be a part of that teem. Here is Larry Burkey team leader at out Palmdale office from on video with some pointers on the Keller Williams Family:
 
 
You can contact Larry....
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Real Estate Trends for Palmdale, Lancaster and the Greater Antelope Valley - 07/01/09 12:02 PM
Real Estate Trends for Palmdale, Lancaster and the Greater Antelope ValleyJuly 1 2009
My family in Palmdale has enjoyed using “Safe and Sane” fireworks in the past however this year we are opting for a professional fireworks shows.
When using “Safe and Sane” fireworks remember:
Have an adult present Always read directions and use common sense Only use outdoors away from buildings, vehicles & dry grass Keep others at a safe distance Never point or throw fireworks Never alter or take apart Do not give to young children ever Have a bucket of water handy for dousing misfired and spent fireworks … (0 comments)

 
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