homes: Everyone's Looking For a Deal But Who Is Really Dealing? - 09/22/08 12:43 PM
Statistics in the Treasure Valley indicate that approximately 35% of homes listed on the market are either subject to a short sale (dependent on bank/lender accepting less than what the owner currently owes) or are bank owned (foreclosed) properties.
This statistic is truly eye opening. This means that 1 in 3 … (1 comments)
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homes: Changing The Faces of Real Estate - 07/10/08 03:31 PM
The people are what matters in real estate and not the buildings. Every structure has a family that can call it their own. Making it their own can take days, weeks, months or even years. Having a place to call home is part of the American Dream.
As new homes are … (0 comments)
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homes: Let's Dance - 05/23/08 10:13 AM
Homeowners and soon to be homeowners need to learn how to dance with each other.
Whether you are thinking about buying or selling in this uncertain market please take the time to learn to dance. A key factor in any successful real estate transaction is the art of negotiations. It doesn't … (1 comments)
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homes: Treasure Valley Area of Idaho - We are Still Very Lucky! - 05/02/08 07:19 PM
There's nothing like a trip to the Bay Area of California to put things back into perspective! My family and I went to visit relatives and friends the past few days. As we drove around the crowded highways it was a challenge to remain calm. You see I tend to notice things easily … (0 comments)
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homes: Short Sales a Great Option? Maybe... - 02/09/08 06:00 PM
A very popular alternative to foreclosure is the short sale. A home is subject to a short sale when the lending institution (bank) maybe willing to accept an offer on a home that is less than what the current owner owes. On most of the newer homes built in the past … (2 comments)
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homes: A Time For Reflection: What's Truly Important - 12/31/07 11:19 AM
With the year rapidly coming to an end and the Christmas season fully upon us I'm thinking about what's truly important in my life. This year was difficult at times but my family was truly blessed with the addition of our little Thanksgiving miracle Jayden David Messing born on 11/21/07. We … (1 comments)
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homes: Location, Explosure, Remove The Yuck & Price It Right a Lethal Combination! - 08/14/07 04:34 PM
In a buyer's market it's always a challenge to market a home and bring a perspective buyer. I know how frustrating this can be for both owners and agents in today's market. Some say that for every home there is a buyer. I agree with this statement but it does come … (0 comments)
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homes: Finding The Right Agent: Know You, Like You, Trust You - 08/05/07 02:29 PM
How do people select agents? I've been thinking a lot about this. At the core of how I conduct business is saying that it's not about us it's about you and that you're the focus. It's just who we are and how we operate in this real estate industry. We actively … (16 comments)
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homes: Drawing a Blank - Buyer's Market Continues in Idaho - Rates Climbing - 07/11/07 09:41 PM
It's been a while since I last entered a blog entry. I think that I have writer's block as I'm not sure what I want to convey as of late. With the 4th of July things have quieted down some. We are still in a buyer's market. I saw the report … (0 comments)
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homes: Manufactured Homes - Not That Easy - 06/13/07 06:59 AM
Our area has a number of manufactured homes that may be a great deal depending on what your goals are in real estate. Often they are a good deal if you're looking for affordable land and a good place to live. If you plan on tearing down the home in the … (0 comments)
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homes: Be Represented in Today's Market. Think About What They Offer! - 06/13/07 06:55 AM
Something I always say is that it must be right for you. Don't accept anything less! If someone is trying to apply pressure or talk you into something you don't want to do then they probably don't have your best interests at heart.In today's market now more than ever it's important … (0 comments)
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homes: In a word 'Honesty!' - 06/12/07 06:58 PM
Let's talk about honesty today. Yes I know this isn't the first time and I'm sure it won't be the last time that I address this topic. The problem is that during the past 10 days I've encountered a few situations that made my head spin.First I can't stress enough how … (0 comments)
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homes: A true agent must wear many, many hats & I love it! - 06/12/07 06:56 PM
Sometimes I look at myself as not only a Realtor® but as a problem solver, a negotiator and more recently I find myself assuming a role I've had lots of experience with that of project manager. Let me explain further.On a home where we were representing the sellers an inspection uncovered … (3 comments)
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homes: 60 Minutes Homes For Sale Report My Afterthoughts - 06/12/07 06:54 PM
Many of you probably watched the 60 Minutes report this past Sunday covering discount-listing services. I'm sure you are going to see many rebuttals to the story and some of them will tell you half-truths. I'd be remorse in not providing you with my opinion. The difference is I'm going to … (0 comments)
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