crown point: WILLEMS REALTORS OFFERS PROPERTY MANAGEMENT 3 OF 8
- 08/24/07 11:11 AM
Our Advertising for Property Management may include, but is not limited to any or all of the following: Internet ads- Please note, an estimated 80% of our inquires are through the Internet. More then 80% of theadvertising costs go directly to the Internet advertisements. Print media includes advertising through: The Times and town specific local newspapers. Multi-Media may include: Virtual Tour, Picture Tour, and (MLS) Multiple Listing Service. Other Advertising may include: "In-House Listing", relocation services, Yard sign and lock box. http://www.willemsrealtors.com … (0 comments)
"The difference between listing your home at any price and getting your home sold is often about honesty". Suzanne Willems First: Some real estate agents will engage in a bidding war of sorts to win a listing. This is unfortunate as no winners will emerge from this battle of inflated values. The seller is left wondering what went wrong. Second: Every over priced home serves only to help the correctly priced homes sell. When a serious buyer is looking for a home in a particular neighborhood, the buyer agent will show all the homes available for sale, then the recent comparable … (0 comments)
crown point: Crown Point Indiana Schools and Test Scores
- 04/08/07 01:53 AM
Crown Point High School serves Crown Point, Indiana. The school district also serves some nearby areas that are outside the City of Crown Point as well. The students enjoy a state of the art building that was recently completed. CPHS has a fine history of academic and athletic track record. Visit the schools website to find out more.http://www.cps.k12.in.us/cphs/cphs.htmlLearn how CPHS test scores compare to other Indiana schools. Visit http://www.regionreview.com/ to link to the Indiana Department of Education website.Information Courtesy ofhttp://www.willemsrealtors.com/ … (0 comments)
crown point: The Pros and Cons of Condos
- 04/04/07 09:19 PM
The Pros and Cons of CondosCondominiums and townhouse offer an affordable option to single-family homes in most areas. But consider these facts before you buy.Storage. Some condos have storage lockers, but usually there are no attics or basements to hold extra belongs. Outdoor space. Yards and outdoor areas are usually smaller in condos, so if you like to garden or entertain outdoors, this may not be a good fit. However, if you hate yard work, this may be perfect option for you. Amenities. Many condo properties have swimming pools, fitness centers, and other facilities that would be very expensive in a … (0 comments)
crown point: How High Tech Is Your Northwest Indiana Home?
- 03/04/07 05:29 AM
How High Tech Is Your Home?If the latest technology or entertainment options are important in your new home, add the following questions to your buyer's checklist.1. Are there enough jacks in every room for cable TV and high-speed Internet hookups? 2. Are there enough telephone extensions or jacks? 3. Is the home prewired for home theater or multi-room audio and video?4. Does the home have a local area network for linking computers?5. Does the home already have wiring for DSL or other high-speed Internet connection?6. Does the home have multizoning heating and cooling controls with programmable thermostats?7. Does the homes have … (0 comments)
crown point: Questions to Ask When Choosing a REALTOR® in Northwest Indiana
- 02/24/07 11:54 PM
Questions to Ask When Choosing a REALTOR®1. How long have you been in residential real estate sales? Is it your full-time job? While experience is no guarantee of skill, real estate, like many other professions, is mostly learned on the job. 2. What designations do you hold? Designations such as GRI and CRS, which require that agents take additional, specialized real estate training, are held by only about one-quarter of real estate practitioners.3. How many homes did you and your company sell last year? 4. How many days did it take you to sell the average home? How did that compare … (0 comments)
crown point: Northwest Indiana Real Estate: Maximize Your Profits
- 02/24/07 11:43 PM
1. Get rid of clutter. Throw out or file stacks of newspapers and magazines. Pack away most of your small decorative items. Store out-of-season clothing to make closets seem roomier. Clean out the garage.2. Wash your windows and screens to let more light into the interior.3. Keep everything extra clean. Wash fingerprints from light switch plates. Mop and wax floors. Clean the stove and refrigerator. A clean house makes a better first impression and convinces buyers that the home has been well cared for. 4. Get rid of smells. Clean carpeting and drapes to eliminate cooking odors, smoke, and pet smells. … (0 comments)
crown point: Understanding Indiana Capital Gains in Real Estate
- 02/18/07 04:46 AM
When you sell a stock, you owe taxes on your gain-the difference between what you paid for the stock and what you sold it for. The same is true with selling a home (or a second home), but there are some special considerations.How to Calculate GainIn real estate, capital gains are based not on what you paid for the home, but on its adjusted cost basis. To calculate this:1. Take the purchase price of the home: This is the sale price, not the amount of money you actually contributed at closing.2. Add Adjustments: Cost of the purchase-including transfer fees, attorney fees, … (0 comments)
crown point: Northwest Indiana Real Estate Services
- 02/18/07 04:39 AM
We can help recommend the following: 1. Real Estate Attorney2. Appraiser3. Home Inspector4. Mortgage Loan Officer5. Environmental Specialist6. Lead Paint Inspector7. Radon Inspector8. Tax Advisor9. Sanitary Systems Expert10. Occupancy Permit Inspector11. Zoning Inspector12. Survey Company13. Flood Plain Inspector14. Termite Inspector15. Title Company16. Insurance Consultant17. Moving Company Serving Cedar Lake,Crown Point,Dyer,East Chicago,Gary,Griffith,Hebron,Hammond,Highland,Hobart,Lake Station,Leroy,Lowell,Merrillville,Munster,New Chicago,Schererville,Schneider,Shelby,St. John,Whiting,Winfield,Beverly Shores,Burns Harbor,Chesterton,Kouts,Michigan City,Ogden Dunes,Portage,Valparaiso,Westville,Wheeler,LaPorte,Long Beach in Northwest Indiana Real Estate Market http://www.willemsrealtors.com/ … (0 comments)
crown point: Northwest Indiana Home Buyer 101
- 02/16/07 05:18 AM
1. Find a real estate agent that's simpatico. Homebuying is not only a big financial commitment, but also an emotional one. It's critical that the agent you chose is both skilled and a good fit with your personality.2. Remember, there's no "right" time to buy, any more than there's a right time to sell. If you find a home now, don't try to second-guess the interest rates or the housing market by waiting. Changes don't usually occur fast enough to make that much difference in price, and a good home won't stay on the market long.3. Don't ask for too many … (0 comments)
crown point: 20 Low-Cost Ways to Spruce Up Your Northwest Indiana Home
- 02/15/07 08:08 AM
Make your home more appealing for yourself and for potential buyers with these quick and easy tips: 1. Trim bushes so they don't block windows and cut down on light.2. Buy a new doormat.3. Put a pot of bright flowers (or a small evergreen in winter) on your porch.4. Put new doorknobs on your front door.5. Put a fresh coating on your driveway. 6. Edge the grass around walks and trees.7. Keep your garden tools out of site.8. Be sure kids put away their toys.9. Buy a new mailbox.10. Upgrade your outside lighting. 11. Use warm, incandescent light bulbs for a … (0 comments)
crown point: Things to do before you sell in Northwest Indiana
- 02/15/07 08:02 AM
1. Get estimates from a reliable repairperson on items that need to be replaced soon, a roof or worn carpeting, for example. In this way, buyers will have a better sense of how much these needed repairs will affect their costs.2. Have a termite inspection to prove to buyers that the property is not infested.3. Get a pre-sale home inspection so you'll be able to make repairs before buyers become concerned and cancel a contract. 4. Gather together warranties and guarantees on the furnace, appliances, and other items that will remain with the house. 5. Fill out a disclosure form provided … (0 comments)
Serving Cedar Lake, Crown Point, Dyer, East Chicago, Gary, Griffith, Hebron, Hammond, Highland, Hobart, Lake Station, Leroy, Lowell, Merrillville, Munster, New Chicago, Schererville, Schneider, Shelby, St. John, Whiting, Winfield, Beverly Shores, Burns Harbor, Chesterton, Kouts, Michigan City, Ogden Dunes, Portage, Valparaiso, Westville, Wheeler, LaPorte, Long Beach in Northwest Indiana Real Estate Market
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