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Fri, 20 Nov 2009 12:06:44 -0600

Improving your chances of Selling your Buffalo Home

With all the negative news that the media is presenting it is hard for potential Buffalo home sellers to think that it will be anything but an uphill battle. and you may feel like you have fallen into the Listings Black Hole. There are things that a seller can do to improve the chances of a sale by preparing their home. Understanding the challenges is the first step in ensuring a successful sale of your Buffalo Home.

Looking to sell your home?

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 22:54:25 -0600

Here are several resources for sellers who are thinking fo selling their home.

General Real Estate

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Home Inspection Reports
Asbestos in the Home
What Should WNY Sellers Disclose to Home Buyers?
What is a Real Estate Appraisal?

Mold Inspection Basics for your Buffalo Home

Preparing Your Home For Sale

Marketing Your Home For Sale

Selling Your Home without Realtor Representation

What is My Home Worth?

"What's it worth?" This is a question investors, buyers, and sellers always need the right answer to. We understand that Investors need to know if the property in question is really properly valued.

You get more than just a print out of comparable listings. One of our experienced appraisers, will analyze and value the property. Not only can we offer pricing but we can also offer insight into the regional market based upon our years in working with Niagara Falls and Erie County properties.

Market Report for Black Rock November 2009

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 07:40:13 -0600

Black Rock Real Estate Market Report - November 2009

Posted by Colleen Kulikowski in Black Rock, WNY Market Report

Black Rock is one of Buffalo's most historic neighborhood names dating back to the city's very beginnings and the name comes from the stone that was here prior to the construction of the Erie Canal.

Black Rock borders the Niagara River on the west and Buffalo State College on the east. The frequent railroad bridges from the many railroads that crisscross Black Rock form gateways to these distinct sections of Black Rock.

Current Market Conditions

November 9, 2009

There are 11 active single family homes with an average list price of $47,027 ranging from $24,900 to $113,900
There are 8 pending/under contract sales with 2 closed sales in the past 30 days with an average closed price of $34,000 spending an average of 50 days on the market
Year to date there has been 28 closed sales with an average closed price of $34,684 spending an average 55 days on the market
Highest sold - $80,250 - 212 days on the market
Lowest sold - $6,700 - 2 days on the market

Select Black Rock Homes for Sale

	414 Amherst St Buffalo, 14207 NY $ 113,900 Built in 1900 5800 sq. feet 4 Bedrooms, 2 Full Bath(s) , 2 Half Bath(s) MLS Number: B348532 (IDX)
	312 Dearborn Buffalo, 14207 NY $ 24,900 Built in 1900 1860 sq. feet 3 Bedrooms, 1 Full Bath(s) , 0 Half Bath(s) MLS Number: B338288 (IDX)
	90 Farmer St Buffalo, 14207 NY $ 24,900 Built in 1900 876 sq. feet 1 Bedrooms, 1 Full Bath(s) , 1 Half Bath(s) MLS Number: B345762 (IDX)
	71 Grote Buffalo, 14207 NY $ 29,900 Built in 1804 1480 sq. feet 2 Bedrooms, 1 Full Bath(s) , 0 Half Bath(s) MLS Number: B332231 (IDX)
	53 Tuxedo Pl Buffalo, 14207 NY $ 64,900 Built in 1929 1189 sq. feet 3 Bedrooms, 1 Full Bath(s) , 0 Half Bath(s) MLS Number: B345723 (IDX)
	136 Ontario Buffalo, 14207 NY $ 29,500 Built in 1905 1240 sq. feet 3 Bedrooms, 2 Full Bath(s) , 0 Half Bath(s) MLS Number: B344099 (IDX)

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Niagara County Foreclosures for sale

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 07:31:14 -0600

Niagara County REO/Foreclosures Market Report - November 2009

Posted by Colleen Kulikowski in Foreclosure Center, Niagara County, WNY Market Report

There is much interest in purchasing homes that are Bank Owned, are short sales or are foreclosures. Many times consumers think that they get the best deals purchasing homes in this status. There are no guarantees and yes some people get some great deals, while others have many unexpected expenses.

Read Also: WNY Foreclosure Properties List

Often buyers are caught off guard on how difficult it can be to purchase these homes. Often the homes sit vacant for months or years before the bank releases it for sale. And when they do release them for sale they basically make it very difficult to purchase these homes.

Current Market Report

November 9, 2009

There are 16 active listings with an average listing price of $70,706 ranging from $16,900 to $263,500
There are 11 pending/under contract sales and 3 closed in the past 30 days with an average closed price of $33,666 spending an average of 61 days on the market
YTD there were 48 closed sales with an average closed price $50,850 spending an average of 58 days on the market
- Highest sold - $175,000 - 172 days on the market
- Lowest sold - $7,000 - 3 days on the market

Selection of REO & Foreclosure Homes

Single Family Homes

B347446	4806 Cottage Ct	Royalton	$ 74,900	(IDX)
B350205	2372 Niagara Falls Blvd	Wheatfield	$ 67,900	(IDX)
B345938	173 17th Ave	North Tonawanda	$ 64,900	(IDX)
B349739	1410 Quaker Rd	Somerset	$ 63,900	(IDX)
B345328	172 Pine St	Lockport City	$ 41,900	(IDX)
B344992	8743 Main St	Somerset	$ 39,900	(IDX)
B349220	7781 W SOMERSET	Somerset	$ 34,500	(IDX)
B343537	2179 Jerauld Ave	Niagara Falls	$ 32,500	(IDX)
B349843	2089 Lockport Olcott	Newfane	$ 30,900	(IDX)
B349438	232 Chestnut St	Lockport City	$ 16,900	(IDX)

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Market Conditions by Price Range

Mon, 09 Nov 2009 22:48:05 -0600

WNY Single Family Home Sales by Price Range

Each month we compile the numbers for many of the communities of Niagara and Erie Counties. Every once in awhile I like to look at these numbers in a slightly different way, by price range. Looking at sales and listings in a variety of ways assist you in understanding what is happening in the Real Estate market.

Forbes names Buffalo one of the 25 strongest housing markets recently, yes there are still foreclosures but not like the rest of the country. In fact well priced homes are selling above asking price and with multiple offers. If you are a buyer and you see a home that you like and you know it is priced well and you want the home, you need to bring a good offer or risk the home selling to another savvy buyer.

In this report, I used the ranges based on the listing price, all numbers regarding sales are based on the actual sold price of the homes for sale in the listing price point.

Current Market Conditions by Price Range

November 9, 20009

Homes over a Million Dollars

There are 76 active single family homes over a million dollars with an average list price of $1,568,434 ranging from $1,000,000 to $4,250,000
There are 25 pending/under contract sales and in the past 30 days there has been one closed sale in this range the home was listed at $1,200,000 and sold for $835,000 after spending zero days on the market.
Year to date there has been a total of 12 closed sales in WNY in this price range with an average closed price of $1,341,416 spending an average of 111 days on the market
- Highest sold - $2,500,000 - 312 days on the market
- Lowest sold - $835,000 - zero days on the market

78 Brownstone Court Amherst, 14051 NY
$ 1,089,000
Built in 2004
6501 sq. feet
5 Bedrooms, 5 Full Bath(s) , 2 Half Bath(s)
MLS Number: B342651 (IDX)

6523 BOSTON STATE ROAD Hamburg, 14075 NY
$ 2,300,000
Built in 1985
15500 sq. feet
6 Bedrooms, 7 Full Bath(s) , 2 Half Bath(s)
MLS Number: B348963 (IDX)

Homes listed for $751,000 - $990,000

There are 91 homes in this category with an average list price of $872,536 ranging from $759,000 to $999,000
There are 4 pending/under contract sales and in the past 30 days there has been one closed sale which closed for $805,300 after spending 106 days on the market
Year to date there has been 22 homes sold in this price range with an average sold price of $759,797 spending an average of 139 days on the market
- Highest sold - $900,000 - 478 days on the market
- Lowest sold - $600,000 - 9 days on the market

7110 Lake Shore Rd Evans, 14006 NY
$ 775,000
Built in 1934
4144 sq. feet
5 Bedrooms, 3 Full Bath(s) , 2 Half Bath(s)
MLS Number: B345117
(IDX)

272 Niagara Shore Tonawanda City, 14150 NY
$ 950,000
Built in 2007
3627 sq. feet
3 Bedrooms, 2 Full Bath(s) , 2 Half Bath(s)
MLS Number: B341550
(IDX)

Homes listed for $501,00 - $750,000

There are 252 active listings in this price range with an average list price of $610,094 ranging from $505,000 to $750,000
There are 21 pending/under contract homes for sales and in the past 30 days there has been a total of 9 closed sales with an average closed price of $551,204 spending an average of 88 days on the market
Year to date there has been 94 closed sales with an average closed price of $549,821 spending an average of 125 days on the market
- Highest sold - $745,841 - 736 days on the market
- Lowest sold - $350,000 - zero days on the market

5683 Glenbrook Court Clarence, 14032 NY
$ 509,900
Built in 2006
3790 sq. feet
4 Bedrooms, 3 Full Bath(s) , 1 Half Bath(s)
MLS Number: B334689
(IDX)

2600 Whitehaven Rd Grand Island, 14072 NY
$ 639,900
Built in 2001
4200 sq. feet
4 Bedrooms, 4 Full Bath(s) , 0 Half Bath(s)
MLS Number: B349788
(IDX)

Homes Listed for $251,000 - $500,000

There are 1,594 homes in this price range with an average list price of $338,334 ranging from $251,200 to $500,000
There are 250 pending/under contract sales and 84 closed sales in the past 30 days with an average list price of $316,599 spending an average of 95 days on the market.
Year to date there has been 1005 closed sales with an average closed price of $311,895 spending an average of 86 days on the market
- Highest sold - $510,000 - 1,024 days on the market
- Lowest sold - $110,000 - zero days on the market

130 PINE Lockport City, 14094 NY
$ 250,000
Built in 1850
3416 sq. feet
4 Bedrooms, 4 Full Bath(s) , 0 Half Bath(s)
MLS Number: B340978
(IDX)

722 4 TH STREET Niagara Falls, 14301 NY
$ 500,000
Built in 1915
2564 sq. feet
7 Bedrooms, 6 Full Bath(s) , 2 Half Bath(s)
MLS Number: B345669
(IDX)

Homes listed for $151,000 - $250,000

In this price range in Western New York there are 2,290 homes for sale with an average list price of $198,558 ranging in price between $151,000 to $269,900
There are 711 pending/under contract sales and in the past thirty days there has been a total of 221 closed sales with an average closed price of $183,587 spending an average of 66 days on the market
Year to date there has been 2,720 closed sales with an average closed price of $185,226 spending an average of 7- days on the market
- Highest sold - $305,000 - 1,273 days on the market
- Lowest sold - $27,438 - zero days on the market

6580 Errick Rd Wheatfield, 14120 NY
$ 154,750
Built in 1965
2638 sq. feet
3 Bedrooms, 2 Full Bath(s) , 0 Half Bath(s)
MLS Number: B345619
(IDX)

16 Arrow Trl Lancaster, 14086 NY
$ 249,999
Built in 1990
2280 sq. feet
4 Bedrooms, 2 Full Bath(s) , 1 Half Bath(s)
MLS Number: B347688
(IDX)

Homes listed for $51,000 - $150,000

There are 3,738 homes for sale with an average list price of $102,236 ranging from $51,000 to $159,900
There are 2,058 pending/under contract sales and in the past 30 days there has been a total of 581 closed sales with an average closed price of $100,552 spending an average of 51 days on the market
Year to date there has been 7,216 closed sales with an average closed price of $100,193 spending an average of 65 days on the market
Highest sold - $195,455 - 1,006 days on the market
Lowest sold $70.00 - zero days on the market

1536 Franklin Newfane, 14108 NY
$ 139,900
Built in 1907
1440 sq. feet
4 Bedrooms, 1 Full Bath(s) , 1 Half Bath(s)
MLS Number: B338277
(IDX)

1361 Sisson Dr North Tonawanda, 14120 NY
$ 140,000
Built in 1982
1800 sq. feet
4 Bedrooms, 2 Full Bath(s) , 0 Half Bath(s)
MLS Number: B347418
(IDX)

Homes listed under $50,000

There are 1,085 active listings on the MLS with an aveage list price of $34,470 ranging from $1 to $50,000
There are 346 pending/under contract and in the past thirty days there are 116 closed sales with an average closed price $33,751 spending an average of 77 days on the market
Year to date that there are 1,530 closed sales with an aveage closed price of $27,303 spending an average of 88 days on the market

30 Ideal St. Buffalo, 14206 NY
$ 50,000
Built in 1910
1366 sq. feet
4 Bedrooms, 1 Full Bath(s) , 0 Half Bath(s)
MLS Number: B348661
(IDX)

160 Pries Buffalo, 14220 NY
$ 49,900
Built in 1900
1530 sq. feet
2 Bedrooms, 1 Full Bath(s) , 1 Half Bath(s)
MLS Number: B344303
(IDX)

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Extreme Home Makeover - Buffalo NY

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 15:13:28 -0600

Massachusetts Avenue Buffalo NY

Extreme Home Makeover - Buffalo NY

Home owners on Massachusetts Avenue on the West Side of Buffalo will be putting up with a lot of noise, additional traffic and a lot of attention on their neighborhood. this week. Local companies will be featured included Buffalo ReUse and David Homes. Buffalo once again proves it is a City of Good Neighbors with over 4,000 volunteers working on this project!

Current Market Conditions on Massachusetts Avenue

So I thought it might be interesting to see what has happened in Real Estate on this street in Buffalo NY.

Currently there are 3 homes for sale on Massachusetts Avenue, one single and two doubles with an average list price of $33,433 ranging from a low of $22,500 to a high of $39,900.
There is currently 1 pending sale, which was listed for $6,900.
According to the MLS this year there has been two closed sales with an average closed price of $12,875 ranging from $4,500 (8 days on the market) to $21,250 (373 days on the market).

More about this Home Makeover

"Extreme Makeover: Home Edition" arrived in Buffalo, New York Saturday November 7, 2009 to meet Delores Powell, a Jamaican immigrant and community activist whose home is barely livable despite the work and repairs she has poured into it over the past five and a half years. In just seven days, team leader Ty Pennington, the design team, and hundreds of local volunteers lead by David Homes, will rebuild the crumbling home of Delores and her four children - providing them with the solid foundation with which to build and support their dreams.

Well the good news is that the new home being built for this family will bring up the values as long as the rest of the neighborhood improves along side this home. There are almost 4,000 volunteers working on this project, so hopefully the love will spread throughout the neighborhood.

Massachusetts Avenue Homes for Sale

288 Massachusetts Buffalo, 14213 NY
$ 22,500
Built in 1900
1750 sq. feet
4 Bedrooms, 2 Full Bath(s) , 0 Half Bath(s)
MLS Number: B339401 (IDX)

155 Massachusetts Buffalo, 14213 NY
$ 37,900
2 Unit(s)
Built in 1877
1654 sq. feet
MLS Number: B341004 (IDX)

209 Massachusetts Buffalo, 14213 NY
$ 39,900
2 Unit(s)
Built in 1900
3208 sq. feet
MLS Number: B347285 (IDX)

Additional Stories about this Extreme Home Makeover:

Extreme Home Makeover in the City of Buffalo

Lights, Camera Action!
Congratulations Powell Family!

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Do you need help with writing on your site for November?

Fri, 30 Oct 2009 13:40:22 -0500

Since October and September's articles were so helpful... There are many things that you can write about other than Thanksgiving in November. In fact, there are many topics that you can cover! Here are some ideas for November for those of you that are idea challenged:

November 4 - Daylight Standard time resumes. Traditionally this is the time to change your smoke detectors batteries.

November 3 - Election Day.

Write a post about all the polling places in your community.
Write about your local election issues - get the voters out!

November 4 - National Candy Day

Write about local candy shops

November 10 - Microsoft releases Windows NT in 1993 which meant they entered the 32 bit world of computing. And Another American Icon debuted in 1969 - Sesame Street.

Write about WiFi hotspots in your community
How computers have impacted our lives or how about writing the beginnings of Windows software?
Write about how Sesame Street and diversity in communities

November 11 - Veteran's Day. A veteran is a soldier who has served his/her country. Why November 11? World War I ended on the 11th hour, of the 11th day of the 11th month. Originally named Armistice Day in 1918 and after the Vietnam War it was changed to Veteran's Day. In 1921 an unknown World War I American soldier was buried in Arlington National Cemetery.

So how is Veteran's Day celebrated in your community?
Do you know a soldier who is in your community currently serving that you can honor?
Do you have a Veteran's hospital in your area? Write about volunteer opportunities.
Help our Troops Call Home with a prepaid calling card
Send a hand made card through Cards for Soldiers
Soldiers overseas sometimes have down time and look for ways to fill that time. Many military libraries are very limited -- Find out how you can help with Books for Soldiers
Start a drive to raise things for Soldiers serving in the Middle East.
This is also the first day of American Education Week - this is a great time to put a spotlight on your community's schools. November 14th is Educational Support Professionals Day, and November 15th is Educator for a Day.

November 14 - National Clean Out Your Refrigerator Day

Write about your local food banks
Write about home staging and that the fridge is an important part of showings

November 15 - America Recycles Day. This is a great opportunity for you to write about ways people can help the environment. It is also the Great American Smokeout.

List of ways to stop smoking
Helpful recycling tips
List of Recycling Resources for your community

November 22 - JFK Assassinated. With John F. Kennedy as president, this country was full of national pride and hope. In the spirit of that thought what could you write about in your community that reflects that idealism? It also happens to be Thanksgiving Day this year!

Do you have a school that is named after JFK? Why not write about it?
How about write about volunteer groups in your area and things that they are doing to make your community a better place.
What are you thankful for this year?
Give cooking tips for the family turkey
Share a tradition or recipe from your family with your readers.
Give a list of restaurants that are open for Thanksgiving and the numbers to make reservations.
Give a list of food banks that your readers can donate to.
Organize a group of people to work at a Shelter on Thanksgiving.

November 27 - Black Friday. The busiest shopping day of the year.

Write about local small shops that not many know about
Why not write about the local shopping mall.

Weird and Wacky Days in November:
November 1 - Plan your Epitaph Day
Novvember 1 - Electric Light Bulb Patented By Thomas Edison in 1879.
November 2 - National Deviled Egg Day
November 3 - Housewife's Day
November 16 - Button Day
November 24 - Use even if seal is broken day
November 30 - Stay at home because you are well day

Monthly Celebrations in November:

Aviation History Month
Peanut Butter Lovers Month
National Model Railroad Month
Epilepsy Awareness Month
Latin American Month
Adoption Awareness Month - The Saturday before Thanksgiving is National Adoption day starting the National Week of Adoption Awareness Week.
Alzheimer's Disease Month
Child Safety and Protection Month - Child Safety and Protection Month
National Sleep Comfort Month
National Diabetes Month - The first week of November is Diabetes Education Week. Does your local hospital have any special programs going on?
Hospice Month - The fourth week in November is Family Caregivers week
Native-American Heritage Month

95 Lighthouse Drive Jupiter Florida

Wed, 28 Oct 2009 10:20:07 -0500

Exclusive Jupiter Inlet Colony Home

This timeless, environmentally designed, wood home rests on a wooded acre opposite the historic Jupiter Lighthouse in an upscale island community. Known for privacy, many celebrities have chosen Jupiter Inlet Colony for their home, such as Olivia Newton-John, Perry Como, Alan Jackson, Tammy Wynette, Jason Neustadt (Metalica), George Jones and former New York Governor George Pataki.

The relaxing indoor/outdoor atmosphere of this unique Florida property creates a resort-like atmosphere where guests and residents can "let their hair down," nap in a hammock, roam the spacious gardens, enjoy water sports and fishing. Party and barbecue at the waterside Tiki Hut. Surrounded by the Gulf Stream waters that helps keep temperatures cooler in the summer and warmer in the winter.

Yet, this island paradise is only 30 minutes north of the social whirl of Palm Beach and Palm Beach International Airport, and only two hours from Miami International Airport.

We invite you to take a tour of the residence, the grounds, and the waterfront - just click on the links to the left to see more.

Where to next

Jupiter Inlet Colony
Residence
Pools
Waterfront
Grounds
Guest Wing

How Buyers Can Save Money (and aggrevation) on their Home Purchase

Sat, 24 Oct 2009 10:34:52 -0500

How Buyers Can Save Money (and aggrevation) on their Home Purchase

The process of purchasing a home doesn't have to be diffcult!

Congratulations!

You want to purchase your but there are so many decisions and you have a few questions. First off, realize that if you are purchasing your first home or your 10th home you are going to have questions. No question is a dumb question!

The process of purchasing a home can be frightening but it does not have to be. It does not have to be overwhelming either. That is why you enlist the assistance of a Realtor®.

Before you even start dreaming of owning your home, you must apply for your mortgage if you are not paying cash for your home. You will need to work with a bank, Mortgage Banker, or Mortgage Broker to start your Mortgage Application; they in turn can share with us the amount you are qualified for. This will tell you exactly how much money you can spend on your new home.

The first decision you are going to make is where you are going to live. Questions to ask when you are selecting location include:

Do you want a more country life with farms all around?
Do you prefer living in a place that all the houses look the same?
Do you want a brand new home or would you consider a home that needs a kitchen remodel?
Does your taste run to the city lifestyle?

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Allentown District of Buffalo NY

Thu, 22 Oct 2009 15:19:30 -0500

Community Profile - Historic Allentown

Allentown Lifestyle:

Allentown is situated in the heart of Buffalo and is a desirable location to call home in Western New York. In Allentown both Residential homes and and trendy businesses make this a thriving community. Their website says it best:

Simultaneously high society and bohemian, the Allentown Historic Preservation District located in Buffalo, New York boasts one of the best examples of urbanization in Western New York.

Designated a local preservation district in 1978 and listed on the National Registry of Historic Places in 1980, Allentown is one of the first and largest residential historic districts in the United States.

Known for its popular Secrets of Allentown Tour of Homes held in early fall and the funky Allen West Festival held on Allen Street from Elmwood to Wadsworth in mid-June, the Allentown Association relies greatly on fundraising events such as these and membership contributions.

74 Mariner St Buffalo, 14201 NY $ 244,888 Built in 1850 2394 sq. feet 3 Bedrooms, 2 Full Bath(s) , 2 Half Bath(s) MLS Number: B338524 (IDX)
	60 Irving Buffalo, 14201 NY $ 299,000 Built in 1890 2808 sq. feet 3 Bedrooms, 2 Full Bath(s) , 0 Half Bath(s) MLS Number: B344377 (IDX)
111 PARK Buffalo, 14201 NY $ 325,000 Built in 1850 2318 sq. feet 2 Bedrooms, 1 Full Bath(s) , 1 Half Bath(s) MLS Number: B347810 (IDX)
	156 PARK Buffalo, 14201 NY $ 399,900 Built in 1880 3084 sq. feet 5 Bedrooms, 0 Full Bath(s) , 0 Half Bath(s) MLS Number: B326847 (IDX)
186 North Buffalo, 14201 NY $ 339,000 Built in 1878 2539 sq. feet 3 Bedrooms, 2 Full Bath(s) , 1 Half Bath(s) MLS Number: B336905 (IDX)

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Creating a home office in your home.

Thu, 22 Oct 2009 15:14:13 -0500

Incorporating a Home Office in your Buffalo Home

The world has changes significantly over the past twenty years. There are new ways to do business. No longer does one go to an office to work. Many Buffalonians are working from home. Across the USA this is a popular work solution for many business people. There are many Buffalo residents that are joining the ranks of those that work from home. Not only does it make for a better work/life balance it is good for the environment!

What makes a home office successful? A computer, phone, fax machine, copier, a desk and Internet connection - you are ready to go!

Or are you?

Yes those items are important, but it is not just the items, but the design of this space is very important too! You will be spending a lot of your time in this home office and you need to set this space up wisely. Above all your Buffalo home office needs to be comfortable, well lit, accessible and practical. First you identify the space you will be using, who will be using this space in your Buffalo home and what you will be doing in that space.

The next step is deciding what will be the layout of this space. Most people setting up their first home office in WNY take very little time to consider the fact that how they plan and setup their office might affect their business. Home Office Design Guide and Home Office Fundamentals are two websites you will want to check out as you organize and create your home office. Here are a few additional resources for your home office design:

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Lockport NY Market Report | October 2009 Update

Thu, 22 Oct 2009 15:09:54 -0500

Lockport NY Market Report | October 2009 Update

Attention Lockport Home Sellers!

Now that I have your attention, you may want to read the many articles I have written about the importance of pricing your Lockport home for sale correctly. Otherwise you may find yourself on the Real Estate market for a lot longer than you want to be! Single Family and Multi-family home sales in 2008 for Lockport are off from prior years and the average days on the market are up. That means you must be the best priced home, in the best condition to ensure a quick sale.

Current Market Conditions for Lockport NY

October 21, 2009

There are 176 active single family homes for sale with an average list price of $113,107 ranging from $9,800 to $349,900
There are 92 pending/under contract sales with 11 closed sales in the past 30 days with an average closed price of $126,259 spending 64 days on the market
Year to date there are 244 closed sales with an average closed price of $100,066 spending an average of 88 days on the market
- - Highest sold - $375,000 - 483 days on the market
  - Lowest sold - $5,100 - zero days on the market

Select Lockport Homes For Sale

	6523 Applewood Ln Lockport Town, 14094 NY $ 349,900 Built in 2004 3244 sq. feet 4 Bedrooms, 3 Full Bath(s) , 1 Half Bath(s) MLS Number: B348516(IDX)
	5913 Collins Drive Lockport Town, 14094 NY $ 278,500 Built in 2007 2356 sq. feet 4 Bedrooms, 2 Full Bath(s) , 1 Half Bath(s) MLS Number: B325667(IDX)
	6835 Forestview Dr Lockport Town, 14094 NY $ 237,500 Built in 2002 2474 sq. feet 4 Bedrooms, 2 Full Bath(s) , 1 Half Bath(s) MLS Number: B348286 (IDX)
	6395 Green Valley Ln Lockport Town, 14094 NY $ 221,200 Built in 2004 2036 sq. feet 4 Bedrooms, 2 Full Bath(s) , 1 Half Bath(s) MLS Number: B331542(IDX)
	6384 Rebecca Rd. Lockport Town, 14094 NY $ 209,900 Built in 2008 2100 sq. feet 3 Bedrooms, 2 Full Bath(s) , 1 Half Bath(s) MLS Number: B336562 (IDX)
	461 WILLOW ST Lockport City, 14094 NY $ 194,900 Built in 1925 3426 sq. feet 5 Bedrooms, 3 Full Bath(s) , 1 Half Bath(s) MLS Number: B335487 (IDX)
	59 Jesson Pkwy Lockport City, 14094 NY $ 179,900 Built in 1981 2100 sq. feet 3 Bedrooms, 2 Full Bath(s) , 0 Half Bath(s) MLS Number: B342425 (IDX)
	19 Desales Lockport City, 14094 NY $ 165,000 Built in 0 1976 sq. feet 3 Bedrooms, 2 Full Bath(s) , 1 Half Bath(s) MLS Number: B341882 (IDX)
	338 Adam St N Lockport Town, 14094 NY $ 124,900 Built in 1900 1406 sq. feet 3 Bedrooms, 1 Full Bath(s) , 1 Half Bath(s) MLS Number: B344713 (IDX)
	5701 Locust Street Ext Lockport Town, 14094 NY $ 118,000 Built in 1944 1034 sq. feet 3 Bedrooms, 1 Full Bath(s) , 1 Half Bath(s) MLS Number: B347745 (IDX)
	101 Windermere Lockport Town, 14094 NY $ 114,900 Built in 1927 1508 sq. feet 3 Bedrooms, 1 Full Bath(s) , 1 Half Bath(s) MLS Number: B342203 (IDX)
	4040 Lake Ave Lockport Town, 14094 NY $ 100,000 Built in 1960 1092 sq. feet 3 Bedrooms, 1 Full Bath(s) , 0 Half Bath(s) MLS Number: B345428 (IDX)
	118 Bridlewood Dr Lockport City, 14094 NY $ 91,900 Built in 1956 1000 sq. feet 3 Bedrooms, 1 Full Bath(s) , 0 Half Bath(s) MLS Number: B344766 (IDX)
	445 Washburn Lockport Town, 14094 NY $ 84,900 Built in 1910 1792 sq. feet 5 Bedrooms, 1 Full Bath(s) , 1 Half Bath(s) MLS Number: B341160 (IDX)
	49 Adam Lockport Town, 14094 NY $ 83,500 Built in 1920 1092 sq. feet 3 Bedrooms, 1 Full Bath(s) , 0 Half Bath(s) MLS Number: B341607 (IDX)
	165 Beattie Ave Lockport City, 14094 NY $ 75,000 Built in 1930 2380 sq. feet 4 Bedrooms, 1 Full Bath(s) , 1 Half Bath(s) MLS Number: B348128 (IDX)
	81 Corinthia Lockport City, 14094 NY $ 72,900 Built in 1900 1276 sq. feet 3 Bedrooms, 1 Full Bath(s) , 0 Half Bath(s) MLS Number: B343571 (IDX)
	12 Glenwood Ave Lockport City, 14094 NY $ 69,900 Built in 1900 1824 sq. feet 4 Bedrooms, 1 Full Bath(s) , 0 Half Bath(s) MLS Number: B348523 (IDX)
	6265 Corwin Lockport Town, 14094 NY $ 59,900 Built in 1941 1207 sq. feet 3 Bedrooms, 1 Full Bath(s) , 0 Half Bath(s) MLS Number: B343226 (IDX)

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Effective Post Writing

Sun, 18 Oct 2009 15:14:21 -0500

Like it or not, your posts are a form of advertising. I am not passing judgment and I am not directing this to any one person. Sit down for a moment and think about it. What each of us puts up here reflects on the writer. I want you to be successful.

Why is it that I can see posts that are just thrown up in an effort to just do it? Is it because they felt they have to do it because this is the latest and greatest way to market oneself?

If you are here to improve and learn then take a few moments and think about it. Yes what we post is advertising. Even if it is something for our fellow professionals. And with all Marketing it is not how much you put out there as:

Who is your audience?
What is your intention?
What are you trying to convey?

With all great marketing pieces (yes your BLOG and the posts you place on it -- is a marketing piece) you have a few basic rules to be successful:

KISS -- Keep it simple stupid
White space -- don't be afraid of it
Keep to the maximum of two fonts (multiple sizes of them ok, but no more than two!)
Society is visual -- graphics will enhance text and don't use so much that it distracts from the message.
Spelling and Grammar count

So I leave you with two examples on the same post -- which author would you rather work with? Which one better conveys the message?

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Example 1

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Title:

Networking Opportunity

Post Body:

Anyone attending the XYZ conference in November in Arlington Texas? If so let me know perhaps we can get together for a drink.

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Example 2

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Title:

XYZ Conference Networking Opportunity - November 12-15, 2009 - Arlington, Texas

Post Body:

XYZ Conference (link to conference web page) is coming up November 12-15 in Arlington, Texas at the Luxury Hotel This conference is going to bring together the top minds in Real Estate Appraisers.
Featured speakers are: Fred Flintstone head of Quarry Industries will be speaking about the latest news in Real Estate Appraisals.

Wonder Woman of Golden Lasso Technologies will be presenting the latest technologies that Appraisers can use to ensure that they are writing the best appraisals.

Breakout sessions will include topics: Websites, Measuring Technologies, Insurance issues, Mold and many others. To find out more about this exciting conference, visit the conference website at website address link.

If any other fellow members are planning on attending, please let me know. I would love an opportunity to network with you. I will be arriving April 11th and am leaving on the 16th. I am staying at the Luxury Hotel.

My Contact information: email, phone, twitter, facebook links

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What is happening in Lewiston?

Sat, 17 Oct 2009 20:48:33 -0500

Last year at the same time there were a total of 103 closed sales with an average closed price of $173,978 spending an average of 58 days on the market. So far this year there has been less sales, and the average closed price is down from last year and the average days on the market is up. Smart sellers in Lewiston will price their homes at or just below the current comparable sales to ensure that their home will sell. The current absorption rate is 67 weeks of inventory.

All of Lewiston Homes - 67 weeks

Lewiston Homes under $100,000 - 47 weeks

Lewiston Homes between $100,000 & $200,000 - 37 weeks

Town of Lewiston & Village of Lewiston Combined Report

October 17, 2009

Lewiston Homes over $200,000 cannot be calculated because there are no closed sales in the past 30 days.
There are currently 85 active single-family listings with an average list price of $238,185 ranging from $65,900 to $799,000
There are 23 pending/under contract sales and 7 closed sales in the past 30 days with an average sold price of $178,205 spending an average of 38 days on the market
Year to date there has been 79 closed sales with an average closed price of $147,863 spending an average of 63 days on the market
- Highest sold - $330,000 - 370 days on the market
- Lowest sold - $59,890 - zero days on the market

Selection of Lewiston Homes for Sale

$ 69,900	2016 RIDGE Lewiston, 14092 NY Built in 1910 1837 sq. feet 3 Bedrooms, 1 Full Bath(s) , 1 Half Bath(s) MLS Number: B345420(IDX)
	2638 Saunders Settlement Road Lewiston, 14132 NY Built in 1939 1410 sq. feet 3 Bedrooms, 1 Full Bath(s) , 1 Half Bath(s) MLS Number: B342720(IDX)	$ 94,900
$ 108,900	1008 ELLIOTT DRIVE Lewiston, 14092 NY Built in 1955 1430 sq. feet 3 Bedrooms, 1 Full Bath(s) , 0 Half Bath(s) MLS Number: B345238(IDX)
	5776 Townline Lewiston, 14132 NY Built in 1959 1700 sq. feet 3 Bedrooms, 2 Full Bath(s) , 0 Half Bath(s) MLS Number: B343115(IDX)	$ 119,900
$ 124,900	5826 Griffin St Lewiston, 14132 NY Built in 1989 1008 sq. feet 3 Bedrooms, 1 Full Bath(s) , 0 Half Bath(s) MLS Number: B348123(IDX)
	4991 Creek Road Ext Lewiston, 14092 NY Built in 1941 1896 sq. feet 4 Bedrooms, 2 Full Bath(s) , 0 Half Bath(s) MLS Number: B338650 (IDX)	$ 129,900
$ 134,900	720 Page Ave Lewiston, 14092 NY Built in 1956 1232 sq. feet 3 Bedrooms, 2 Full Bath(s) , 0 Half Bath(s) MLS Number: B346808 (IDX)
	1214 Saunders Settlement Lewiston, 14305 NY Built in 1948 1425 sq. feet 3 Bedrooms, 1 Full Bath(s) , 1 Half Bath(s) MLS Number: B344105(IDX)	$ 139,900
$ 150,000	1666 Saunders Settlement Rd Lewiston, 14304 NY Built in 1951 2280 sq. feet 5 Bedrooms, 2 Full Bath(s) , 0 Half Bath(s) MLS Number: B340593(IDX)
	563 Riverwalk Drive Lewiston, 14174 NY Built in 0 1288 sq. feet 3 Bedrooms, 2 Full Bath(s) , 0 Half Bath(s) MLS Number: B271858(IDX)	$ 155,990
$ 163,500	450 Tryon Dr Lewiston, 14092 NY Built in 1968 2362 sq. feet 4 Bedrooms, 2 Full Bath(s) , 0 Half Bath(s) MLS Number: B346993(IDX)
	165 S 7th St Lewiston, 14092 NY Built in 1970 1440 sq. feet 2 Bedrooms, 1 Full Bath(s) , 1 Half Bath(s) MLS Number: B346796(IDX)	$ 164,900
$ 169,900	716 SARA COURT Lewiston, 14092 NY Built in 1988 1824 sq. feet 3 Bedrooms, 2 Full Bath(s) , 1 Half Bath(s) MLS Number: B336640(IDX)
	225 6th St N Lewiston, 14092 NY Built in 2009 1460 sq. feet 3 Bedrooms, 1 Full Bath(s) , 1 Half Bath(s) MLS Number: B344743(IDX)	$ 169,900
$ 172,500	4819 Meyers Hill Rd Lewiston, 14131 NY Built in 2004 1628 sq. feet 3 Bedrooms, 1 Full Bath(s) , 1 Half Bath(s) MLS Number: B347343(IDX)
	2560 Ridge Rd Lewiston, 14131 NY Built in 1966 1718 sq. feet 4 Bedrooms, 1 Full Bath(s) , 1 Half Bath(s) MLS Number: B344846(IDX)	$ 174,500
$ 174,900	1043 Ridge Rd Lewiston, 14092 NY Built in 1975 2596 sq. feet 4 Bedrooms, 2 Full Bath(s) , 1 Half Bath(s) MLS Number: B348589(IDX)
	5850 Walmore Rd Lewiston, 14132 NY Built in 1978 1988 sq. feet 4 Bedrooms, 2 Full Bath(s) , 0 Half Bath(s) MLS Number: B348719(IDX)	$ 175,000
$ 183,400	834 Madison Lewiston, 14092 NY Built in 1990 1850 sq. feet 3 Bedrooms, 2 Full Bath(s) , 1 Half Bath(s) MLS Number: B335665(IDX)
	709 Walker Dr Lewiston, 14092 NY Built in 2000 1595 sq. feet 3 Bedrooms, 2 Full Bath(s) , 1 Half Bath(s) MLS Number: B346995(IDX)	$ 184,900
$ 207,350	745 Mary Lewiston, 14092 NY Built in 1987 2100 sq. feet 3 Bedrooms, 2 Full Bath(s) , 1 Half Bath(s) MLS Number: B338154(IDX)
	4697 PERRY CT. Lewiston, 14092 NY Built in 2002 2176 sq. feet 3 Bedrooms, 2 Full Bath(s) , 1 Half Bath(s) MLS Number: B332861(IDX)	$ 249,900
$ 269,900	5368 Townline Lewiston, 14132 NY Built in 1900 1664 sq. feet 4 Bedrooms, 1 Full Bath(s) , 1 Half Bath(s) MLS Number: B329174(IDX)
	989 Escarpment Dr Lewiston, 14092 NY Built in 1956 2456 sq. feet 3 Bedrooms, 2 Full Bath(s) , 0 Half Bath(s) MLS Number: B345876(IDX)	$ 291,000
$ 389,650	404 Garden Lane Lewiston, 14092 NY 2650 sq. feet 3 Bedrooms, 2 Full Bath(s) , 1 Half Bath(s) MLS Number: B337885(IDX)
	912 SULLIVAN CT. Lewiston, 14092 NY Built in 2008 3180 sq. feet 3 Bedrooms, 1 Full Bath(s) , 0 Half Bath(s) MLS Number: B208881(IDX)	$ 419,900

All Statistics are gathered from the Buffalo Niagara Association of REALTORS®.

Properties found on this Web site may be listed with a brokerage other than the owner of this site and are displayed here via the Internet Data Exchange (IDX) system of this broker's MLS. All information deemed reliable but not guaranteed and should be independently verified. All properties are subject to prior sale, change or withdrawal. Neither listing nor displaying broker shall be responsible for any typographical errors, misinformation, misprints, and shall be held totally harmless. © 2009 Western New York Real Estate Information Services (WNYREIS), LLC. All rights reserved.

Portside Community Market Report

Wed, 14 Oct 2009 12:22:40 -0500

Buffalo Waterfront Village Living at Portside

Portside Community Market Report

October 13, 2009

There are currently 2 active single with an average list price of $419,900 ranging from $299,900 to $539,900
There is one pending and no closed sales year to date in Portside.

Select Portside Condos For Sale


	203 PORTSIDE Buffalo, 14202 NY $ 299,900 Built in 1989 2121 sq. feet 2 Bedrooms, 2 Full Bath(s) , 1 Half Bath(s) MLS Number: B330050 (IDX)
	308 Portside Buffalo, 14202 NY $ 539,900 Built in 1996 3121 sq. feet 2 Bedrooms, 2 Full Bath(s) , 1 Half Bath(s) MLS Number: B322984 (IDX)

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Are you participatin in Blog Action Day?

Wed, 14 Oct 2009 10:56:49 -0500

Blog Action Day is an annual event that unites the world's bloggers in posting about the same issue on the same day on their own blogs with the aim of sparking discussion around an issue of global importance. Blog Action Day 2009 will be the largest-ever social change event on the web. One day. One issue. Thousands of voices.

Blog Action Day is tomorrow -- so how can you assist by writing about Global Warming?

Do you have Buyers Remorse?

Wed, 14 Oct 2009 09:38:17 -0500

What did we just do?

Buyers Remorse - Do you have it?

What did we just do? It is a question that many 1st time home buyers and even people that are moving from one home to another ask themselves. They suddenly find themselves very worried about the future that it is going to take 30 years to pay off their mortgage and really own the home that they just purchased. Suddenly the thoughts of the roof, basement and household systems come to mind and what did the home inspector not find.

First off take a very deep breath! If you have been working with our team of Real Estate Experts, we have already had the discussions about the expenses and what to expect during the home buying process. Take a moment and watch this episode of "I Love Lucy" show. Ricky and Lucy just bought there country home and they are worried that it will take them 20 years to pay off their mortgage...

See you are not the first, nor will you be the last person to freak out just before you move into your new home? Here are the second and third part of "Lucy Hates to Leave" if you want to see the rest of the show. Even then there were issues with title search... Making the transition to home ownership does not have to be stressful, especially when you are prepared to do so. Here are a selection of articles that you may find useful in the home buying process.

Financial Related Articles

General Real Estate Topics

Why Hire a Buyer's Broker in the purchase of a Buffalo Home

Home Inspection Topics

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Getting Ready to Close - The Final Walk Through

Mon, 12 Oct 2009 20:44:09 -0500

What should I check during the final walk through?

Congratulations! It is time for that final walk through of your new Western New York home. Up until now it has been a whirlwind of activity. This is your final step before signing all of the papers to make this Western New York house your home. You are excited, and think why is this important? Well it is. What if the sellers were a little less than honest? What if they said repairs have been completed and yet they were not? What if they painted the house since you last saw it from beige to burnt orange? What if the lilac bush is gone and it was the reason you bought the home? What if the appliances left are now a combination of avocado and yellow instead of the brand new stainless steel you saw the home with?

Are you starting to understand why a final walk through is important? It is never a good idea to skip the final walk-through.

When should you do the final walk through?

Often though you will find yourself doing this walk through just an hour before you sign the papers. The current owners don't move until the morning, you may be coming in for the closing are reason this happens so close to the actual closing. If this happens and there are repairs that are not completed or other issues your attorney may have money placed into escrow to resolve those issues after the closing.

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Congratulations Kenmore NY!

Thu, 08 Oct 2009 14:46:13 -0500

On being named one of the 2009 Great Neighborhoods by American Planning Association. They describe the Village of Kenmore:

Buffalo's first bedroom community and streetcar suburb, Kenmore is a quaint village with its own mayor, trustees, and police and fire departments. Here you'll find tree-lined streets and exceptional views of the Queen City's skyline. Sidewalks line both sides of every street making this compact neighborhood - one of the 100 most dense incorporated places in the U.S. (2000 Census) - a pedestrian's delight. Nearly every residence is within a quarter-mile walk of a bus stop and low traffic volumes bring bicyclists to neighborhood streets.

October Writing Ideas

Thu, 08 Oct 2009 11:37:14 -0500

Recently I wrote a popular post here entitled: How to Break Writer's Block. In the comments there were so many of you who just did not know where to start with writing for your Blog.

Sometimes I forget how hard it is when you first start. Now these ideas come natural to me. After writing for over 3 years, I have found a few tricks along the way. One of the most difficult thing for most new writers is what am I going to write about? Can it be interesting? Does it really matter?

Well what you write does matter, write about it, and it will come. You do not have to be all real estate all the time, an occassional article about your community, your interests etc assist you to connect to the reader of your Blog. If you can tie it into Real Estate even better... If you are writing about the local library and you have a market Report, put a link to it.

Here are a few that might inspire you to write this month for your Real Estate Business:

October starts the 4th quarter... A market report for the 3rd quarter would be an excellent post!
Fall Staging ideas
National Book Month
- Write about your local library
- Write about books written about your area
- Write about Real Estate books
- Write about mortgage books
National Breast Cancer Month
- Write about your city's cancer center
- Write about the special women in your life
National Child Care Month
- Write about all the local Child Care Centers
- Write about local playgrounds
- Write about local children's programs
National Spinal Health Month
- Write about local Chiropractors
- Write about local rehab centers
- Write about local Orthopedic Doctors
Adopt-A-Shelter-Dog Month
- ASPCA and Iams Dog Food - write about your local dog shelter
- Write about moving wih pets
Country Music Month
- Write about country music happenings in you area
- Are there any country music stars from your area? Write about them...
The second week in October is also School Lunch Week
- This is a great opportunity to write about the local schools.
- A spotlight article on one of the "School Lunch Ladies" or if you have kids, go have lunch with them at school, take a few pictures and write about the experience.
National Radon Week is also the fourth week in October. This is a perfect time to write about Radon and how to detect in a home and a great time to write an informational piece that home owners and home buyers can use.
October 22 - Xerox introduced the copy machine in 1938. Write about your local copy center
October 31 - Halloween.
- Where to get the best costumes
- Wher to get the best pumpkins, apples etc

And all you thought you could write about this month was Halloween! Happy Writing!

Articles that might inspire you:

Featured Home For Sale by Colleen Kulikowski

Sat, 26 Sep 2009 18:42:10 -0500

6346 Jockey Road

Nestled in the heart of the Niagara Wine Trail is the quiet community of Burt NY, in the township of Newfane. Come in the side door of this country farm home as everyone enters this home through the large country kitchen!

Read Also: Newfane Real Estate Market Report

This 1880 home is simple and charming with 3 bedrooms, den, formal dining room, living room and family room! Enjoy the quiet country evenings on your front porch during the summer and the warmth of the wood burning stove in the living room.

Lovely garden in your own private backyard.

Listed for: $89,900

Call for an appointment today - (716) 650-0051

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Updates of 6346 Jockey Road include:

Full Bathroom updated and tiled in 2009
Pergo flooring in Dining Room 2009
Pellet Stove in 2008
Wood Burning stove 2004
Kitchen floor in 2004
Upstairs carpeting 2004
1/2 Bath upstairs - plumbing in wall for shower
6 windows replaced
Oil Heat

Room Sizes of 6346 Jockey Road:

Kitchen 12x16
Living Room 11x13
Dining Room 11x13
Family Room 14x16
Den 7x10 (used as bedroom)
Bedroom 1 10x11
Bedroom 2 12x14
Bedroom 3 14x16

Features of 6346 Jockey Road include:

Quiet country road surrounded by farms
Wood burning stove in living room
Pellet stove in kitchen
Large Mudroom leading to private yard
There is an above ground pool - if a problem owners will remove prior to closing
Den on first floor is being used as a bedroom

Thinking of selling your Newfane area home? Interested in finding out the current market value of your single family home, condo or investment property? Then call Colleen Kulikowski at (716) 650-0051 to discuss what is happening in today's Western New York Real Estate Market.

All Statistics are gathered from the Buffalo Niagara Association of REALTORS®.

Properties found on this Web site may be listed with a brokerage other than the owner of this site and are displayed here via the Internet Data Exchange (IDX) system of this broker’s MLS. All information deemed reliable but not guaranteed and should be independently verified. All properties are subject to prior sale, change or withdrawal. Neither listing nor displaying broker shall be responsible for any typographical errors, misinformation, misprints, and shall be held totally harmless. © 2009 Western New York Real Estate Information Services (WNYREIS), LLC. All rights reserved.

How to Break Writer's Block

Fri, 25 Sep 2009 07:26:51 -0500

Not sure what to write about?

Looking to write about something to inspire your Real Estate Readers? Write about a variety of things to keep your website or blog fresh. Here are some areas that you will want to write about.

Some of the best ideas come from reading other writers. Read all your local publications -- there are always great article ideas that you can generate writing about things happening in your area. Spend time reading other blogs to gather ideas. Keep a notebook with you to write down ideas down for the future.

Sites that are great to give you ideas outside of the Rain, Trulia and Zillow include:

Don't forget to follow people on Twitter and Facebook and what is interesting to them. It is amazing the ideas you can generate from watching those in your local area!

Looking for something new to write about? How about some of these ideas:

Local Businesses
Local Entertainment Ideas
Trends in Remodeling
Helpful household tips
Local Restaurants
Staging Ideas for the Home Seller
Real Estate Market Reports
Finance and Mortgage topics

Do start to write something and put it in draft mode. In my blog at any point in time you will find 20-30 posts that are in the works. I am not afraid to start and let them sit. Go back and visit them from time to time.

Ask local businesses for guest articles. They get to show off their expertise and you get an additional article in your blog that you did not have to write.

Do take a break from writing. Do something for yourself and have some fun. You will come back and be refreshed and energized.

Are you ready for the big time? Your own outside blog?

Wed, 23 Sep 2009 13:23:26 -0500

I found these two photos I took of my son a few years ago, which I did for a newsletter for the Data warhousing company that I worked for at the time. It reminded me of the journey I have taken in the past few years with blogging. I have spoken to several people that are wondering if they should create an outside blog for their business.

The photos were to illustrate a point that you don't start out on the big bike, you start out on the bike with training wheels and then you grow into the big bike. The article was about picking the right tools for the job at hand. When you started at Active Rain, it is like riding a bike with training wheels.

When I looked at these photos I thought about the newer agents in the business and those that are trying to make sense of blogging. There many lessons in Real Estate to be learned and they come in stages. Start out small, learn as much as possible, and grow into the next stage. It never ends.

So ask yourself an important question are you ready to move to the big bike? How do you know? What questions do you need to ask? Where do you start?

You too are allowed to have training wheels until you are comfortable without them. That the to start on the bike on the left although really cool and appealing might not be right for you right now. One day it will be.

And so I was reminded that it is not the destination, but the journey....

Market Conditions for Orchard Park NY

Wed, 23 Sep 2009 12:57:18 -0500

Orchard Park Real Estate Market Report for September 2009

Just south of the City of Buffalo is the community of Orchard Park. Orchard Park NY is a popular community in Western New York to live in and home to the Buffalo Bills and many businesses. Orchard Park a strong community with excellent schools and recreational opportunities. Proximity to Buffalo makes Orchard Park a great place to call home.

Orchard Park, home to the Buffalo Bills, is located in the southern section of Erie county. Orchard Park NY is home to the Buffalo Bills and a diverse selection of homes for Western New Yorkers. It is also a popular choice for many families.

Current Market Conditions

September 22, 2009

There are 136 active single family homes for sale with an average list price of $354,167 ranging from $54,900 to $1,800,000
There are 45 pending/under contract sales and in the past 30 days there has been 17 closed sales with an average closed price of $225,714 spending an average of 45 days on the market
Year to date there has been a total of 160 closed sales with an average closed price of $237,922 spending an average of 60 days on the market
- Highest sold - $815,000 - 375 days on the market
- Lowest sold - $20,500 - zero days on the market

Selection of Orchard Park Homes for Sale

	17 Majestic View Ct Orchard Park, 14127 NY $ 1,800,000 Built in 2001 12800 sq. feet 5 Bedrooms, 6 Full Bath(s) , 1 Half Bath(s) MLS Number: B347007 (IDX)
	5600 ARMOR DUELLS RD. Orchard Park, 14127 NY $ 650,000 Built in 1981 4177 sq. feet 4 Bedrooms, 2 Full Bath(s) , 3 Half Bath(s) MLS Number: B343312 (IDX)
	34 Woodthrush Orchard Park, 14127 NY $ 599,900 Built in 2008 4075 sq. feet 4 Bedrooms, 3 Full Bath(s) , 1 Half Bath(s) MLS Number: B336701 (IDX)
	6 Highpoint Orchard Park, 14127 NY $ 549,900 Built in 2003 3884 sq. feet 4 Bedrooms, 3 Full Bath(s) , 1 Half Bath(s) MLS Number: B337671 (IDX)
	89 Graystone Ln Orchard Park, 14127 NY $ 499,900 Built in 2006 4402 sq. feet 4 Bedrooms, 3 Full Bath(s) , 1 Half Bath(s) MLS Number: B345381 IDX)
	3750 Transit Rd Orchard Park, 14127 NY $ 419,900 Built in 2006 2886 sq. feet 5 Bedrooms, 2 Full Bath(s) , 1 Half Bath(s) MLS Number: B347040 (IDX)
	72 Graystone Orchard Park, 14127 NY $ 369,900 Built in 2005 3091 sq. feet 4 Bedrooms, 2 Full Bath(s) , 1 Half Bath(s) MLS Number: B332991 (IDX)
	37 Saddlebrook Ct Orchard Park, 14127 NY $ 300,000 Built in 2007 3054 sq. feet 5 Bedrooms, 3 Full Bath(s) , 1 Half Bath(s) MLS Number: B341954 (IDX)
	76 Briar Hill Rd Orchard Park, 14127 NY $ 299,000 Built in 1990 2629 sq. feet 4 Bedrooms, 2 Full Bath(s) , 1 Half Bath(s) MLS Number: B346988 (IDX)
	3329 SOUTHWESTERN BLVD. Orchard Park, 14127 NY $ 264,900 Built in 1948 1750 sq. feet 4 Bedrooms, 1 Full Bath(s) , 1 Half Bath(s) MLS Number: B344596 (IDX)
	6149 Newton Rd Orchard Park, 14127 NY $ 259,900 Built in 1928 2600 sq. feet 4 Bedrooms, 3 Full Bath(s) , 0 Half Bath(s) MLS Number: B345756 (IDX)
	6701 CHESTNUT RIDGE RD. Orchard Park, 14127 NY $ 225,000 Built in 1952 1979 sq. feet 3 Bedrooms, 2 Full Bath(s) , 0 Half Bath(s) MLS Number: B341210 (IDX)
	5213 Lake Avenue Orchard Park, 14127 NY $ 124,900 Built in 1930 1694 sq. feet 3 Bedrooms, 1 Full Bath(s) , 1 Half Bath(s) MLS Number: B333759 (IDX)

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Erie County Market Report for Million Dollar Homes

Wed, 23 Sep 2009 12:54:49 -0500

Erie County Million Dollar Homes For Sale

Current Market Conditions in Erie County

September 22, 2009

There are 21 active single family homes that are listed over $1 Million dollars with an average list price of $1,538,666. These listings range from $1,089,000 to $2,500,000
There are 3 pending/under contract sales and no closed sales in the past 30 days
Year to date there has been a total of 4 closed sales with an average closed price of #1,125,750 spending an average of 125 days on the market.
- Highest sold - $1,390,000 - 296 days on the market
- Lowest sold - $900,000 - zero days on the market

Erie County Homes For Sale over a Million Dollars

	6746 Lake Shore Rd Evans, 14047 NY $ 2,500,000 Built in 1997 10246 sq. feet 2 Bedrooms, 5 Full Bath(s) , 1 Half Bath(s) MLS Number: B347262 (IDX)
	17 Majestic View Ct Orchard Park, 14127 NY $ 1,800,000 Built in 2001 12800 sq. feet 5 Bedrooms, 6 Full Bath(s) , 1 Half Bath(s) MLS Number: B347007 (IDX)
	50 TUDOR PLACE Buffalo, 14222 NY $ 1,650,000 Built in 1910 8695 sq. feet 5 Bedrooms, 5 Full Bath(s) , 1 Half Bath(s) MLS Number: B337500 (IDX)
	697 Lebrun Amherst, 14226 NY $ 1,500,000 Built in 1929 8967 sq. feet 8 Bedrooms, 4 Full Bath(s) , 2 Half Bath(s) MLS Number: B337228 (IDX)
	5161 Kraus Clarence, 14031 NY $ 1,400,000 Built in 2001 6980 sq. feet 4 Bedrooms, 4 Full Bath(s) , 2 Half Bath(s) MLS Number: B338742 (IDX)
	10 Mourning Dove Ct Orchard Park, 14127 NY $ 1,275,000 Built in 2005 5489 sq. feet 4 Bedrooms, 4 Full Bath(s) , 1 Half Bath(s) MLS Number: B344795 (IDX)
	4855 MEADOWBROOK RD Clarence, 14221 NY $ 1,200,000 Built in 1999 5700 sq. feet 4 Bedrooms, 5 Full Bath(s) , 2 Half Bath(s) MLS Number: B324271 (IDX)
	78 Brownstone Court Amherst, 14051 NY $ 1,089,000 Built in 2004 6501 sq. feet 5 Bedrooms, 5 Full Bath(s) , 3 Half Bath(s) MLS Number: B342651 (IDX)

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