A Saint Charles Couty Real Estate Agent's Ramblings

Fantastic Home For Sale, Many Many Updates

Steve Snarzyk, Realtor® ~ Saint Charles County (SCHNEIDER Real Estate) — Tue, 18 Dec 2007 15:21:46 -0600

Take a look at this wonderfully updated home. You won't be able to pass this one up!

2 Bedrooms
1 Bathroom
844 Square Feet

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New exterior siding, new windows, new floors throughout, fresh paint throughout, finished lower level, don’t miss this deal!

Steve Snarzyk, Realtor®
SCHNEIDER Real Estate
(314) 210-1996

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If you would like more information regarding real estate or homes for sale in Saint Charles County including Saint Charles, Saint Peters, O’Fallon, Lake Saint Louis, and Wentzville, please visit my website at www.snarzyk.com or feel free to call me at (314) 210-1996.

Is now a good time to buy?

Steve Snarzyk, Realtor® ~ Saint Charles County (SCHNEIDER Real Estate) — Mon, 10 Dec 2007 13:06:40 -0600

This is a question I am asked pretty frequently. The answer will vary depending upon which part of the country you live in and I can only answer for the Midwest, specifically the Saint Louis area. It is definitely a good time to purchase a home. Here in the Midwest we are still seeing homes appreciate in value, granted the appreciation level is not as high as it has been the last few years, average sold prices in this area have risen about 2.5% in the last year.

You're a very picky person? Even better, there has probably never been the amount of inventory of pre-owned and new homes ever, meaning choice. Interest rates are still very low, meaning money is cheap right now.

There are tons of homes on the market right now, so get out there and find that perfect home!

Saint Charles County Real Estate Market Report for November 2007 - Residential Homes

Steve Snarzyk, Realtor® ~ Saint Charles County (SCHNEIDER Real Estate) — Tue, 20 Nov 2007 12:34:58 -0600

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Residential Homes

Description	Quantity	Min. Price	Max. Price	Average Price	Avg. DOM
Saint Charles County
Active Listings	2457	$50,000	$4,195,000	$299,979	148
Under Contingent Contract	114	84,900	850,000	237,511	119
Expired Listings	340	84,100	950,000	270,713	124
Withdrawn or Canceled Listings	176	104,900	849,990	257,109	104
Pending Sale	304	39,900	1,499,000	239,163	87
Homes Sold in October	288	5,000	849,900	224,209	79

Saint Charles City
Active Listings	586	$84,000	$4,195,000	$315,488	155
Under Contingent Contract	34	$89,000	$850,000	$274,242	131
Expired Listings	89	$124,900	$839,000	$260,800	116
Withdrawn or Canceled Listings	34	$122,500	$849,990	$278,199	106
Pending Sale	91	$54,900	$1,499,000	$273,865	92
Homes Sold in October	87	$5,000	$734,000	$216,870	78

Saint Peters
Active Listings	362	$109,900	$1,900,000	$239,463	130
Under Contingent Contract	22	104,900	325,000	188,205	104
Expired Listings	42	119,900	575,000	223,276	107
Withdrawn or Canceled Listings	28	104,900	345,000	201,957	84
Pending Sale	48	115,900	315,000	187,713	66
Homes Sold in October	61	86,00	344,900	183,640	52

O' fallon
Active Listings	493	$50,000	$1,349,900	$278,069	170
Under Contingent Contract	28	84,900	385,000	203,070	103
Expired Listings	91	114,900	789,900	262,433	128
Withdrawn or Canceled Listings	42	129,999	800,000	276,193	114
Pending Sale	61	39,900	710,000	234,548	100
Homes Sold in October	58	43,500	640,000	227,699	90

Lake Saint Louis
Active Listings	175	$99,900	$3,985,000	$352,476	135
Under Contingent Contract	5	194,900	519,000	282,860	165
Expired Listings	18	169,900	540,000	302,783	124
Withdrawn or Canceled Listings	7	154,900	282,000	198,499	146
Pending Sale	17	155,000	750,000	302,398	99
Homes Sold in October	19	163,000	594,500	283,506	123

Wentzville
Active Listings	462	$80,000	$1,149,000	$265,143	158
Under Contingent Contract	14	139,900	$404,017	227,439	150
Expired Listings	55	84,100	519,000	251,703	133
Withdrawn or Canceled Listings	33	137,900	525,000	255,554	91
Pending Sale	47	63,000	850,000	219,013	98
Homes Sold in October	26	67,000	469,937	224,423	85

If you would like a market report for another municipality within Saint Charles County or you would like a report for Saint Louis City, County, or Lincoln, Warren, or Franklin Counties, please contact me at (314) 210-1996 or just send me an email at steve@snarzyk.com.

Great Home in Saint Charles at a Great Price.

Steve Snarzyk, Realtor® ~ Saint Charles County (SCHNEIDER Real Estate) — Tue, 13 Nov 2007 21:14:31 -0600

Say hello to your next good buy!

3 Bedrooms
1 Bathroom
1,136 Square Feet

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3 bedroom home in Saint Charles for under $140,000? Unbelievable!

Steve Snarzyk, Realtor®
SCHNEIDER Real Estate
(314) 210-1996

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Fantastic ranch for sale in Saint Peters with Inground Pool!

Steve Snarzyk, Realtor® ~ Saint Charles County (SCHNEIDER Real Estate) — Mon, 05 Nov 2007 10:28:56 -0600

You won't believe this awesome home with inground pool and many updates!

3 Bedrooms
2 Bathroom
1493 Square Feet
Finished Lower Level

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Many updates! Call for more information or to schedule a showing.

Steve Snarzyk, Realtor®
SCHNEIDER Real Estate
(314) 210-1996

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Saint Charles County Real Estate Market Report for September 2007 - Residential Homes

Steve Snarzyk, Realtor® ~ Saint Charles County (SCHNEIDER Real Estate) — Mon, 15 Oct 2007 14:23:01 -0500

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Residential Homes

Description	Quantity	Min. Price	Average Price	Max. Price	Avg. DOM
Saint Charles County
Active Listings	3055	$59,500	$279,745	$4,195,000	115
Under Contract	338	$10,000	$235,878	$1,100,000	77
Homes Sold in September	4976	$25,000	$224,527	$1,995,696	77
Expired Listings	4179	$25,000	$275,122	$3,900,000	142
Withdrawn or Canceled Listings	734	$79,900	$291,810	$4,195,000	158

Saint Charles City
Active Listings	771	$69,900	$294,814	$4,195,000	119
Under Contract	96	$10,000	$235,290	$1,100,000	59
Homes Sold in September	1459	$35,000	$223,229	$1,995,696	72
Expired Listings	1000	$25,000	$273,894	$3,900,000	124
Withdrawn or Canceled Listings	179	$120,000	$318,908	$1,450,000	124

Saint Peters
Active Listings	447	$104,900	$220,464	$1,900,000	88
Under Contract	63	$84,900	$189,873	$375,000	56
Homes Sold in September	935	$35,000	$183,987	$539,500	61
Expired Listings	583	$76,000	$212,336	$799,000	103
Withdrawn or Canceled Listings	84	$119,900	$225,300	$520,000	133

O' fallon
Active Listings	613	$59,500	$257,811	$1,349,900	125
Under Contract	71	$39,900	$241,630	$710,000	98
Homes Sold in September	1365	$25,000	$223,987	$635,000	81
Expired Listings	1171	$60,000	$269,056	$2,500,000	143
Withdrawn or Canceled Listings	157	$107,000	$290,392	$649,900	235

Lake Saint Louis
Active Listings	207	$82,000	$388,450	$3,985,000	134
Under Contract	23	$139,000	$338,661	$639,500	113
Homes Sold in September	250	$112,500	$294,256	$1,350,000	95
Expired Listings	279	$124,500	$329,262	$1,600,000	178
Withdrawn or Canceled Listings	53	$168,500	$314,960	$950,000	149

Wentzville
Active Listings	547	$82,000	$253,355	$1,149,000	125
Under Contract	45	$70,000	$198,615	$452,000	50
Homes Sold in September	651	$50,000	$222,014	$775,000	97
Expired Listings	801	$59,900	$254,041	$999,900	171
Withdrawn or Canceled Listings	159	$79,900	$235,415	$697,900	159

If you would like a market report for another municipality within Saint Charles County or you would like a report for Saint Louis City, County, or Lincoln, Warren, or Franklin Counties, please contact me at (314) 210-1996 or just send me an email at steve@snarzyk.com.

If you would like more information regarding real estate or homes for sale in Saint Charles County including Saint Charles, Saint Peters, O'Fallon, Lake Saint Louis, and Wentzville, please visit my website at http://www.snarzyk.com/ or feel free to call me at (314) 210-1996. © This article is copyrighted material written by Steve Snarzyk, Realtor®. You may not duplicate, print, or copy and paste this report without the permission of the author.

Choosing an Agent, From a Seller's Point of View

Steve Snarzyk, Realtor® ~ Saint Charles County (SCHNEIDER Real Estate) — Mon, 10 Sep 2007 18:57:24 -0500

As a home seller, you have many options as far as choosing an agent to sell your home. Hopefully this article will help you in deciding who you would like to hire to sell your home.

First of all, you should always interview a few agents before you select the agent you intend on hiring, at least two. It is always best to get a "second opinion". Invite them over and give them an opportunity to discuss their services and what they plan to offer you and ask good questions.

While you are interviewing a prospective real estate agent make sure to get a feel for who they are. You are going to want to choose someone you really connect with, have trust in, and someone you feel will take care of you in the best possible manner. Remember, you are hiring this person to perform a job for you, ask your self these questions. Is this person qualified for the job? Is this person truly interested in my well being or are they just interested in their paycheck? Can I see myself working well with this person to get my home sold?

Referrals are worth their weight in gold. Ask a trusted family member or friend to see who they hired for their last real estate transaction. Ask them if they would recommend that agent or not. And regardless of which agent you choose, if your agent impressed you, refer that agent to your friends and family. Most of a real estate agent's business comes from passed happy clients who cannot stop talking about how great they were.

Make sure to ask them what kind of hours they typically work in the real estate field per week. Selling real estate is not a hobby, it is a profession. Choose someone whom has made a career out of selling homes, not someone who just does it as a second job.

The biggest complaint I hear about real estate agents is that they don't keep in contact with their clients. Make sure you know that they will answer their phone and/or call you back in a very timely manner. It's frustrating when you have a question or concern and you cannot get a hold of your real estate agent. Make sure you ask him or her how often they plan on updating you on how things are going. Constant contact and re-evaluation of marketing and pricing are imperative.

Bigger doesn't always mean better. Just because an agent or office sells more homes than another agent or office, doesn't mean you are going to get the service and results that you desire. Buyers don't care what company's sign is in your yard, they only care whether your home fits their needs and your price fits their budget. In some cases you aren't going to get the personalized service that you want by hiring the agent with the most sales, you will be communicating with his or her assistant most of the time. It is best to find a happy medium here, find an agent that has sold enough homes to have the experience to deal with bumps in the road, but is also going to have time to provide you the customer service you deserve.

Choose someone who seems to know their stuff. Don't be afraid to ask them what kind of training they have received, or what sorts of things they do in order to educate themselves on an ever-changing industry. Continuing education is the key to keeping abreast of the current market, changes in laws, new marketing ideas, and new technology.

Don't choose and agent if they only tell you what you want to hear. One of the best reasons to hire an agent in the first place is to add an unbiased, unemotional opinion to your team. They aren't doing you any favors by telling you everything you want to hear just to land the job. Now, on the same token, don't get mad or frustrated at an agent who expresses an opinion based on hard facts that you may not agree with. If you don't agree with an agent, ask them to back it up with facts.

The bottom line, choose someone that shows a genuine interest in you and your situation. Someone you completely trust to look out for your best interests. Choose someone who you see yourself getting along with. Choose someone competent. Choose someone knowledgeable. Most importantly, choose someone ethical.

Be on the lookout for my follow-up blog titled: Choosing an Agent, From a Buyer's Point of View

New Home in Saint Charles County

Steve Snarzyk, Realtor® ~ Saint Charles County (SCHNEIDER Real Estate) — Mon, 10 Sep 2007 08:21:15 -0500

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Fantastic New Home In Saint Charles County
Price:	$619,900	Very spacious 4 bedroom 3.5 bath 1.5 story home featuring a 2 story entry foyer and great room. Situated on a 1+ acre lot on a private cul-de-sac in Sycamore Creek, one of Saint Charles County's newest custom executive communities. Some of the features include 3 car side entry garage, gourmet kitchen with 42'' cabinets and crown molding, granite countertops, hardwood flooring, and a fabulous hearth room. Luxurious master bedroom and bath with separate oversized soaking tub, marble surround shower unit and marble vanity tops and a huge walk-in closet. Spacious bonus room leading to 3 upstairs bedrooms. Very large rec room on the upper level, use for pool table, kid's playroom, or an extra sleeping area. This home is currently being used as Routt Homes' display home and is open to the public Friday, Saturday & Sunday from 11 am - 5pm.
Bedrooms:	4
Bathrooms:	3.5
Sq. Footage:	4,135
Style:	1.5 Story
Parking:	3 Car
Lot Size:	1.47 Acres
Basement:	Full
1001 Sycamore Creek Dr., Wentzville Missouri





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Is Our Housing Market Really That Bad?

Steve Snarzyk, Realtor® ~ Saint Charles County (SCHNEIDER Real Estate) — Fri, 07 Sep 2007 21:25:39 -0500

Now obviously I can only speak about Saint Charles County Missouri. I decided to crunch a few numbers to find out exactly where we stand. As of right now the single-family residential home inventory is at 3061 homes. Over the last 12 months we have an average of 388 homes that are sold each month in Saint Charles County. This means we have about 8 months of inventory to sell off in our market. "Experts" say the "normal" amount of inventory for the housing market is around 3-4 months.

As you can see it looks pretty bad. But let's dive in further. Over the last 12 months 30% of the listings have been expiring due to various reasons including overpricing, under improvement, etc. That leaves 2143 homes in our inventory after the market weeds them out. The average of 388 homes sold per month has actually been on the rise, the average for the last 6 months is 449 homes. This gives us a home inventory of 4.5 months, a tad higher then where we should be at, but still very respectable.

The market isn't as doom and gloom as you think. The month of September has already seen 204 sold listings and today is only September 7th. The market is hot for some people, are you one of them?

To Be Built - Custom Homes in Saint Charles County

Steve Snarzyk, Realtor® ~ Saint Charles County (SCHNEIDER Real Estate) — Fri, 07 Sep 2007 17:08:33 -0500

Steve Snarzyk | SCHNEIDER Real Estate | (314) 210-1996

Sycamore Creek Subdivision, Wentzville, MO

TO BE BUILT - Fantastic home in Saint Charles County, use our plans, bring your plans, or we'll create custom plans!

4 Bdrm Single Family House

offered at $519,610

Year Built	Unspecified
Sq Footage	3,997
Bedrooms	4
Bathrooms	3 full, 1 partial
Floors	2
Parking	3 Car garage
Lot Size	1 acres
HOA/Maint	$30 per month

DESCRIPTION

Our Plans, Your Plans, or Custom Plans! Our lot or your lot, or we'll find the perfect lot!

TO BE BUILT - Spacious 4 bedroom 3.5 bath 1.5 story home with a 2 story entry foyer and greatroom, can be customized to suit your needs. Situated on a 1+ acre lot on a private cul-de-sac in Sycamore Creek, one of Saint Charles County's newest custom executive communites. Some of the standard features include 3 car side entry garage, gourmet kitchen with 42'' cabinets and crown molding, silestone quartz countertops and hardwood flooring. Luxurious master bedroom and bath with separate oversized soaking tub, marble surround shower unit and marble vanity tops. Choose one of our spectacular models, customize our plans, or we can design your own plans. This home can be built on our lot, on your lot, or we'll find you a lot. Come build your custom dream home with us! Photo is representative of finish product. Or display home in Sycamore Creek Subdivision is open every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday from 11am - 5pm. Drop by and see us, or call to schedule a private showing.

see additional photos below

ADDITIONAL PHOTOS

Seller contact info:

Steve Snarzyk

SCHNEIDER Real Estate

(314) 210-1996

For sale by agent/broker

Equal Opportunity Housing

Posted: Sep 7, 2007, 4:05pm PDT

To Be Built - Custom Homes in Saint Charles County

Steve Snarzyk, Realtor® ~ Saint Charles County (SCHNEIDER Real Estate) — Fri, 07 Sep 2007 16:56:00 -0500

Steve Snarzyk | SCHNEIDER Real Estate | (314) 210-1996

Sycamore Creek Subdivision, Wentzville, MO

TO BE BUILT - Fantastic home in Saint Charles County, use our plans, bring your plans, or we'll create custom plans!

4 Bdrm Single Family House

offered at $460,850

Year Built	Unspecified
Sq Footage	3,545
Bedrooms	4
Bathrooms	3 full, 1 partial
Floors	2
Parking	3 Car garage
Lot Size	1 acres
HOA/Maint	$30 per month

DESCRIPTION

Our Plans, Your Plans, or Custom Plans! Our lot or your lot, or we'll find the perfect lot!

TO BE BUILT - Spacious 4 bedroom 3.5 bath 2 story home, can be customized to suit your needs. Situated on a 1+ acre lot on a private cul-de-sac in Sycamore Creek, one of Saint Charles County's newest custom executive communites. Some of the standard features include 3 car side entry garage, gourmet kitchen with 42'' cabinets and crown molding, silestone quartz countertops and hardwood flooring. Luxurious master bedroom and bath with separate oversized soaking tub, marble surround shower unit and marble vanity tops. Choose one of our spectacular models, customize our plans, or we can design your own plans. This home can be built on our lot, on your lot, or we'll find you a lot. Come build your custom dream home with us! Photo is representative of finish product. Or display home in Sycamore Creek Subdivision is open every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday from 11am - 5pm. Drop by and see us, or call to schedule a private showing.

see additional photos below

ADDITIONAL PHOTOS

Seller contact info:

Steve Snarzyk

SCHNEIDER Real Estate

(314) 210-1996

For sale by agent/broker

Equal Opportunity Housing

Posted: Sep 7, 2007, 3:56pm PDT

To Be Built - Custom Homes in Saint Charles County

Steve Snarzyk, Realtor® ~ Saint Charles County (SCHNEIDER Real Estate) — Fri, 07 Sep 2007 16:47:35 -0500

Steve Snarzyk | SCHNEIDER Real Estate | (314) 210-1996

Sycamore Creek Subdivision, Wentzville, MO

TO BE BUILT - Fantastic home in Saint Charles County, use our plans, bring your plans, or we'll create custom plans!

3 Bdrm Single Family House

offered at $452,100

Year Built	Unspecified
Sq Footage	2,740
Bedrooms	3
Bathrooms	2 full, 1 partial
Floors	1
Parking	3 Car garage
Lot Size	1 acres
HOA/Maint	$30 per month

DESCRIPTION

Our Plans, Your Plans, or Custom Plans! Our lot or your lot, or we'll find the perfect lot!

TO BE BUILT - Spacious 3 bedroom 2.5 bath ranch home with split bedroom floor plan, can be customized to suit your needs. Situated on a 1+ acre lot on a private cul-de-sac in Sycamore Creek, one of Saint Charles County's newest custom executive communites. Some of the standard features include 3 car side entry garage, gourmet kitchen with 42'' cabinets and crown molding, silestone quartz countertops and hardwood flooring. Luxurious master bedroom and bath with separate oversized soaking tub, marble surround shower unit and marble vanity tops. Choose one of our spectacular models, customize our plans, or we can design your own plans. This home can be built on our lot, on your lot, or we'll find you a lot. Come build your custom dream home with us! Photo is representative of finish product. Or display home in Sycamore Creek Subdivision is open every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday from 11am - 5pm. Drop by and see us, or call to schedule a private showing.

see additional photos below

ADDITIONAL PHOTOS

Seller contact info:

Steve Snarzyk

SCHNEIDER Real Estate

(314) 210-1996

For sale by agent/broker

Equal Opportunity Housing

Posted: Sep 7, 2007, 3:49pm PDT

To Be Built - Custom Homes in Saint Charles County

Steve Snarzyk, Realtor® ~ Saint Charles County (SCHNEIDER Real Estate) — Fri, 07 Sep 2007 16:39:06 -0500

Steve Snarzyk | SCHNEIDER Real Estate | (314) 210-1996

Sycamore Creek Subdivision, Wentzville, MO

TO BE BUILT - Fantastic home in Saint Charles County, use our plans, bring your plans, or we'll create custom plans!

4 Bdrm Single Family House

offered at $434,720

Year Built	Unspecified
Sq Footage	3,344
Bedrooms	4
Bathrooms	3 full, 1 partial
Floors	2
Parking	3 Car garage
Lot Size	1 acres
HOA/Maint	$30 per month

DESCRIPTION

Our Plans, Your Plans, or Custom Plans! Our lot or your lot, or we'll find the perfect lot!

TO BE BUILT - Spacious 4 bedroom 3.5 bath 1.5 story home, can be customized to suit your needs. Situated on a 1+ acre lot on a private cul-de-sac in Sycamore Creek, one of Saint Charles County's newest custom executive communites. Some of the standard features include 3 car side entry garage, gourmet kitchen with 42'' cabinets and crown molding, silestone quartz countertops and hardwood flooring. Luxurious master bedroom and bath with separate oversized soaking tub, marble surround shower unit and marble vanity tops. Choose one of our spectacular models, customize our plans, or we can design your own plans. This home can be built on our lot, on your lot, or we'll find you a lot. Come build your custom dream home with us! Photo is representative of finish product. Or display home in Sycamore Creek Subdivision is open every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday from 11am - 5pm. Drop by and see us, or call to schedule a private showing.

see additional photos below

ADDITIONAL PHOTOS

Seller contact info:

Steve Snarzyk

SCHNEIDER Real Estate

(314) 210-1996

For sale by agent/broker

Equal Opportunity Housing

Posted: Sep 7, 2007, 3:37pm PDT

To Be Built - Custom Homes in Saint Charles County

Steve Snarzyk, Realtor® ~ Saint Charles County (SCHNEIDER Real Estate) — Fri, 07 Sep 2007 16:28:20 -0500

Steve Snarzyk | SCHNEIDER Real Estate | (314) 210-1996

Sycamore Creek Subdivision, Wentzville, MO

TO BE BUILT - Fantastic home in Saint Charles County, use our plans, bring your plans, or we'll create custom plans!

3 Bdrm Single Family House

offered at $387,475

Year Built	Unspecified
Sq Footage	2,295
Bedrooms	3
Bathrooms	2 full, 0 partial
Floors	1
Parking	3 Car garage
Lot Size	1 acres
HOA/Maint	$30 per month

DESCRIPTION

Our Plans, Your Plans, or Custom Plans! Our lot or your lot, or we'll find the perfect lot!

TO BE BUILT - Spacious 3 bedroom 2 bath atrium ranch home with open floor plan, can be customized to suit your needs. Situated on a 1+ acre lot on a private cul-de-sac in Sycamore Creek, one of Saint Charles County's newest custom executive communites. Some of the standard features include 3 car side entry garage, gourmet kitchen with 42'' cabinets and crown molding, silestone quartz countertops and hardwood flooring. Luxurious master bedroom and bath with separate oversized soaking tub, marble surround shower unit and marble vanity tops. Choose one of our spectacular models, customize our plans, or we can design your own plans. This home can be built on our lot, on your lot, or we'll find you a lot. Come build your custom dream home with us! Photo is representative of finish product. Or display home in Sycamore Creek Subdivision is open every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday from 11am - 5pm. Drop by and see us, or call to schedule a private showing.

see additional photos below

ADDITIONAL PHOTOS

Seller contact info:

Steve Snarzyk

SCHNEIDER Real Estate

(314) 210-1996

For sale by agent/broker

Equal Opportunity Housing

Posted: Sep 7, 2007, 3:34pm PDT

To Be Built - Custom Homes in Saint Charles County

Steve Snarzyk, Realtor® ~ Saint Charles County (SCHNEIDER Real Estate) — Fri, 07 Sep 2007 16:17:25 -0500

Steve Snarzyk | SCHNEIDER Real Estate | (314) 210-1996

Sycamore Creek Subdivision, Wentzville, MO

TO BE BUILT - Fantastic home in Saint Charles County, use our plans, bring your plans, or we'll create custom plans!

3 Bdrm Single Family House

offered at $360,360

Year Built	Unspecified
Sq Footage	2,184
Bedrooms	3
Bathrooms	2 full, 0 partial
Floors	1
Parking	3 Car garage
Lot Size	1 acres
HOA/Maint	$30 per month

DESCRIPTION

Our Plans, Your Plans, or Custom Plans! Our lot or your lot, or we'll find the perfect lot!

TO BE BUILT - Spacious 3 bedroom 2 bath ranch home with open floor plan, can be customized to suit your needs. Situated on a 1+ acre lot on a private cul-de-sac in Sycamore Creek, one of Saint Charles County's newest custom executive communites. Some of the standard features include 3 car side entry garage, gourmet kitchen with 42'' cabinets and crown molding, silestone quartz countertops and hardwood flooring. Luxurious master bedroom and bath with separate oversized soaking tub, marble surround shower unit and marble vanity tops. Choose one of our spectacular models, customize our plans, or we can design your own plans. This home can be built on our lot, on your lot, or we'll find you a lot. Come build your custom dream home with us! Photo is representative of finish product. Or display home in Sycamore Creek Subdivision is open every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday from 11am - 5pm. Drop by and see us, or call to schedule a private showing.

see additional photos below

ADDITIONAL PHOTOS

Seller contact info:

Steve Snarzyk

SCHNEIDER Real Estate

(314) 210-1996

For sale by agent/broker

Equal Opportunity Housing

Posted: Sep 7, 2007, 3:22pm PDT

To Be Built - Custom Homes in Saint Charles County

Steve Snarzyk, Realtor® ~ Saint Charles County (SCHNEIDER Real Estate) — Fri, 07 Sep 2007 15:45:41 -0500

Steve Snarzyk | SCHNEIDER Real Estate | (314) 210-1996

Sycamore Creek Subdivision, Wentzville, MO

TO BE BUILT - Fantastic home in Saint Charles County, use our plans, bring your plans, or we'll create custom plans!

3 Bdrm Single Family House

offered at $332,310

Year Built	Unspecified
Sq Footage	2,014
Bedrooms	3
Bathrooms	2 full, 0 partial
Floors	1
Parking	3 Car garage
Lot Size	1 acres
HOA/Maint	$30 per month

DESCRIPTION

Our Plans, Your Plans, or Custom Plans! Our lot or your lot, or we'll find the perfect lot!

TO BE BUILT - Spacious 3 bedroom 2 bath atrium ranch home with split bedroom floor plan, can be customized to suit your needs. Situated on a 1+ acre lot on a private cul-de-sac in Sycamore Creek, one of Saint Charles County's newest custom executive communites. Some of the standard features include 3 car side entry garage, gourmet kitchen with 42'' cabinets and crown molding, silestone quartz countertops and hardwood flooring. Luxurious master bedroom and bath with separate oversized soaking tub, marble surround shower unit and marble vanity tops. Choose one of our spectacular models, customize our plans, or we can design your own plans. This home can be built on our lot, on your lot, or we'll find you a lot. Come build your custom dream home with us! Photo is representative of finish product. Or display home in Sycamore Creek Subdivision is open every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday from 11am - 5pm. Drop by and see us, or call to schedule a private showing.

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Seller contact info:

Steve Snarzyk

SCHNEIDER Real Estate

(314) 210-1996

For sale by agent/broker

Equal Opportunity Housing

Posted: Sep 7, 2007, 2:53pm PDT

Saint Charles County Real Estate Market Report for August 2007 - Condos, Town-homes, and Villas

Steve Snarzyk, Realtor® ~ Saint Charles County (SCHNEIDER Real Estate) — Mon, 03 Sep 2007 02:16:32 -0500

If you would like a real estate market report for another municipality within Saint Charles County or you would like a report for Saint Louis City, County, or Lincoln, Warren, or Franklin Counties, please contact me at (314) 210-1996 or just send me an email at steve@snarzyk.com. Also please check out my other August Market Report: Saint Charles County Real Estate Market Report for August 2007 - Single Family Homes.

© This report is copyrighted material written by Steve Snarzyk, Realtor® and based on information gathered from the MARIS MLS. You may not duplicate, print, or copy and paste this report without the permission of the author.

Saint Charles County Real Estate Market Report for August 2007 - Single Family Homes

Steve Snarzyk, Realtor® ~ Saint Charles County (SCHNEIDER Real Estate) — Mon, 03 Sep 2007 01:38:50 -0500

Friends & Family of Real Estate Professionals

Steve Snarzyk, Realtor® ~ Saint Charles County (SCHNEIDER Real Estate) — Thu, 23 Aug 2007 13:39:37 -0500

Today I was reflecting back on the last few years I have been a real estate agent. I started to think about my friends and family who have hired someone else to be their agent. It reminded me of how hurt I was the first couple times it happened and how I have become used to it. I started to think about reasons some people close to me may have for not allowing me to work for them. Below are some real reasons I have heard and some possible reasons I came up with and my thoughts on them.

Your friend or family member is a full-time agent and you didn't use them because you do not want them to know your financial situation. This is certainly a valid concern you may have when choosing to do business with a friend or relative. Personally I wouldn't want some of my friends or family to know how much money I make, what my credit score is like, or what sort of debt I have. Your real estate agent does not need to know about your financial information, that is for your mortgage professional. The only thing I ask your mortgage broker is the amount you're pre-approved for and the amount you plan to use as a down payment. I would also ask that he explain what sort of monthly payment you can expect to pay on your pre-approval amount to make sure you are comfortable with that. Just because you are pre-approved for a certain amount, does not mean that is what you are going to feel comfortable paying monthly for the next decade or more. In some circumstances knowing more about your situation may be helpful to your agent, but it is definitely not mandatory.

Your friend or family member is a full-time agent and you didn't use them because you do not want them to know how much you paid for or sold your home for. If you did not know, in most counties you record your deed at your local recorders office. Now, you may not be required to record your deed but your title company will record it for your protection against future claims to your title. When your deed is recorded your transaction becomes public record. Anyone can visit their county recorder's office and view the details of your transaction. In larger municipalities you can even view county records on-line making it even easier to access.

Your friend or family member is a full-time agent and you didn't use them because you still see them as they used to be. You remember your nephew Johnny from back when he was an awkward looking teenager with braces and his mid-pubescent crackling voice. You remember chatting with his mother about how she wished his college grades were better and about anytrouble he may have been getting into. Or perhaps when you think of John you think of his passed career. Well those days are over, Johnny is a professional now. He is a businessman who has the knowledge, experience, office support, and training to make your next real estate transaction pleasurable.

Next time you are going to be involved in a real estate transaction, consider if you have a good friend or relative that is a full-time real estate professional. I'm not saying they will be the best person for the job, but I do believe they deserve an interview so you can make an informed decision. What better person could you hire to represent you in your transaction than someone you already know, trust, like, and feel comfortable around.

If you can think of any other objections to hiring someone who is close to you as your real estate agent, please post it below.

Fantastic Home - Priced 30-40k Below Other Homes in Neighborhood

Steve Snarzyk, Realtor® ~ Saint Charles County (SCHNEIDER Real Estate) — Fri, 17 Aug 2007 00:12:27 -0500

Fantastic Home for Sale, Priced to Sell Quick!

3 Bedrooms
2 Bathrooms
1,512 Square Feet
Built in 1999

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Why build when this like-new home is ready to move in. Priced well below other actives and solds in the neighborhood. You won’t believe the value this home has to offer.

Steve Snarzyk, Realtor®
SCHNEIDER Real Estate
(314) 210-1996

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Beautifully Updated Home and Great Location

Steve Snarzyk, Realtor® ~ Saint Charles County (SCHNEIDER Real Estate) — Fri, 17 Aug 2007 00:08:48 -0500

Completely Renovated Home For Sale

3 Bedrooms
1 Bathroom
1,008 Square Feet

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This home has been completely renovated. New kitchen, new appliances, new bathrooom, new floors throughout, fresh paint throughout. You won't believe this deal!

Steve Snarzyk, Realtor®
SCHNEIDER Real Estate
(314) 210-1996

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I'm about to go MAD!

Steve Snarzyk, Realtor® ~ Saint Charles County (SCHNEIDER Real Estate) — Wed, 01 Aug 2007 13:58:04 -0500

Lately I have felt as if God was setting up road blocks in my career telling me that He has other plans for me. You see, I think I started in this business at exactly the wrong moment, just over two years ago when the market started to turn sour. Almost every transaction that I have been a part of has been a monumental nightmare, everything that could go wrong has. I work too much and rarely get to spend quality time with my wife. On Saturday I had a long sit-down with my wife to discuss whether or not it was time to throw in the towel. We decided against it, she believes in me whole-heartedly and is very supportive.

The next day it was just another Sunday, we headed off to church before I held an open house. To my surprise there was a guest pastor, our regular pastor was out on a mission. The pastor starts right away talking about quitting and the importance to persevere through God's trials. Now, I'm sort of a manly man, but my eyes began to well up. I felt as if God was speaking directly to me. It was as if He had been eavesdropping on my conversation the day before.

The message went on to talk about making a difference in people's lives. The pastor shared a phrase he uses to motivate others to Make A Difference, go MAD. It was about this time that I figured it out; lately I have lost touch with what is truly important. I've been working so hard trying to get business I forgot to put God first. I forgot how imperative it is for us, as Realtors®, to put people first. When you try to make a difference in people's lives, and show them that you genuinely care about them, obtaining business is the easy part.

I now have my priorities lined up correctly. I have already been blessed with two great opportunities this week. If anyone has been having thoughts of defeat lately and would like the audio link to the actual church message I wrote about, feel free to contact me.

Go MAD friends.