alliance real estate: Beautiful Omaha Home for Sale in Wynnewood! 8068 Newport Ave. $134,000 - 08/18/08 02:45 PM
8068 Newport Ave.Location: WynnewoodThis fabulous Wynnewood multi-level home has everything; curb appeal, amazing views, gorgeous living spaces and more! Immaculately maintained, starting with the well-manicured landscaping, this home features hardwood floors, vaulted ceilings, and a large deck w/built-in lighting. The walk-out basement/family room features a cozy fireplace and patio. Sprinkler system, … (0 comments)
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alliance real estate: Generic MLS Flyers vs Professionally Made Flyers - 08/07/08 11:16 PM
When sellers hire a Realtor they are hiring a professional and paying alot of money to market their home. Shouldn't the marketing materials reflect that professionalism? In my opinion, many agents take the "easy road" and simply print out the MLS LIP (Listing Input Sheet) sheet and try to pass that off as … (3 comments)
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alliance real estate: FOR RENT & FOR SALE! Beautiful NEW Omaha Home in Piney Creek $3,150 monthly or for sale at $315,000 - 08/05/08 05:11 PM
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alliance real estate: Buying a home? Conduct an address history search. - 08/05/08 07:53 AM
Before you make an offer on a home be sure to have your Realtor conduct an address history search. The MLS is an extremely powerful tool and a savvy buyer's agent can use it to gain insight on a potential property. This will let you know if the home has been … (2 comments)
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alliance real estate: Where is the best spot to advertise a mobile website? - 08/04/08 12:44 PM
More and more consumers are purchasing web enabled cell phones or "smartphones." Today's consumer wants instant information and they want that information anonymously without having to speak with an agent. Previously, in an attempt to meet that need we used to offer an "audio tour" program. However, consumers want more than just what … (2 comments)
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alliance real estate: Omaha Home for Sale! Built in 2002! 6629 Pinkney $118,000 - 07/30/08 04:31 PM
6629 PinkneyLocation: Benson Rep2Beautiful walk-out ranch built in 2002! Huge living room with cathedral ceiling. Eat-in kitchen with deck. Basement is loaded with possibilities with 9 ft. ceiling joists, and full rough-in and room for additional bedrooms.FeaturesBedrooms: 2Bathrooms: 3Parking: yesYear Built: 2002Subdivision: Benson Rep 2Lot Size: 6750Garage Size: 1School District: OmahaSquare … (1 comments)
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alliance real estate: Amazing Omaha Home for Sale! 2901 Piney Creek Rd. $390,000 (Off Market) - 07/18/08 11:35 AM
2901 Piney Creek DrLocation: Omaha, NEThis gorgeous 4,349 square foot home is set in a luxury private lot. There will never be a home in your back yard. This home features 2,249 sq, ft on the first level, and a finished lower level with 2,100 sq. ft. The home has a … (1 comments)
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alliance real estate: Thank you, Mindi Byrd of Prudential Ambassador - 07/14/08 12:13 PM
I would like to thank Mindi Byrd of Prudential Ambassador and fellow Activerainer for helping me in selling my at 6222 N 79 Circle in the Brookfield subdivision. Mindi was a pleasure to work with and the sale went off without a hitch. 6222 North 79 Circle was listed for $120,000 … (4 comments)
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alliance real estate: Before you hire an agent send them a text message. - 07/12/08 10:36 AM
If you are potential seller in the Omaha real estate market you have many choices when it comes to hiring an agent. Not all agents are created equal and even agents within the same company has varying degrees of success and experience.
Any agent you speak with will TELL you all … (7 comments)
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alliance real estate: Testimonial for David Matney with Alliance Real Estate - 07/11/08 10:47 PM
This is a client satisfaction survey from a past client. This client was an expired listing who had been listed with two other companies before she became a client. After proper pricing, professional home staging and a pre-inspection this home SOLD in 7 days!
If you are considering selling your … (0 comments)
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alliance real estate: Omaha Home for Sale! 3304 S. 158th St. $140,000 - 07/07/08 10:27 PM
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alliance real estate: Go above and beyond when selling your home - 06/29/08 12:41 PM
Everyone is well aware of how important cleanliness is when selling your home. If everyone's home is clean what does a seller do to go beyond that? One item that many sellers overlook is downstairs that will get looked at by almost all potential buyers. Most buyers at least LOOK at … (1 comments)
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alliance real estate: New Listing Advantage for Alliance Agents - 05/07/08 11:46 PM
Alliance Real Estate is excited to announce a new listing tool available to our agents. We have teamed up with the Real Estate Book and now ALL Alliance listings are automatically uploaded with a direct feed from the MLS to www.TheRealEstateBook.com. This feature enables our agents more exposure and more syndication automatically … (0 comments)
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alliance real estate: Another Success Story for Activerain - 05/05/08 09:29 AM
Congratulations to Rob Luhrs with Alliance Real Estate. Rob was interviewed by a member of the magazine staff for the May/June issue of the "The Residential Specialist." Rob attended Sell-a-bration in Hawaii and posted a blog about his experience on Activerain. Shortly after posting his blog he received a call from the … (5 comments)
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alliance real estate: Marketing Your Listings Internationally - 04/26/08 01:16 PM
NAR is a member of the International Consortium of Real Estate Associations (ICREA). Therefore, as a member of NAR you are also a member of ICREA. If you currently have the Enhanced Listing Package with Realtor.com then you can also have your home "Internationally Featured" on Realtor.com by simply calling Realtor.com and giving the representative the … (7 comments)
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alliance real estate: Are YOU optimizing your BROKER'S website? - 04/25/08 12:30 AM
Many agents make the mistake of promoting their broker's website instead of marketing their own personal website. If you are promoting your broker's website, do you charge the broker a fee for promoting the broker's website? Probably not, even worse what if the broker charges you a "technology" fee and you HAVE to … (13 comments)
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alliance real estate: Accurate information in the MLS - 04/24/08 10:14 PM
Recently I was previewing properties in a subdivision for an upcoming listing. As I pulled up homes in our local MLS one listing was clearly outside the subdivision. I called the agent to let him know the mistake. He was appreciative and aghast at the mistake knowing how critical subdivisions are … (3 comments)
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alliance real estate: New Profit Sharing Program at Alliance Real Estate! - 04/24/08 09:14 PM
We are excited to announce our new PROFIT SHARING program at Alliance Real Estate! It is straight forward and it makes you an even more integral part of our team. If you are a licensed Realtor with Alliance and you recruit someone to Alliance and you get 25% of the company's share of the commission … (3 comments)
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alliance real estate: Testimonial for Brian Michael with Alliance Real Estate - 04/24/08 08:12 PM
Brian, way to go and keep up the great work!
One of the fun things about being part of the ownership at Alliance Real Estate is opening feedback letters from our clients after the close of the transaction. Feedback is critical in improving both individual agent skills and evaluating company systems for … (0 comments)
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alliance real estate: I would like to welcome Steve Vacha to Activerain! - 04/24/08 10:58 AM
I would like to introduce Steve Vacha of Home Standards Inspections to Activerain. Steve has been in the inspection business for seven years and is now entering the world of the blogoshere. Anytime you are buying or selling a home in Omaha it is important to conduct a professional inspection. Stop … (0 comments)
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alliance real estate: Radon Levels in Nebraska - 04/21/08 10:10 AM
Testing for Radon is becoming more common in the state of Nebraska. Radon is a colorless, odorless, radioactive gas that has been determined to be the second leading cause of cancer in the United States. Radon gas is caused from breakdown of Uranium in the soil. When this breakdown occurs one … (2 comments)
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alliance real estate: Does your broker limit your marketing? - 04/16/08 11:24 PM
Once in a while I encounter a negative comment or two about blogging. I was speaking to several agents from across the state and the conversation turned to blogging. Most folks are very interested and I try to share the benefits of blogging and how it can help position yourself as … (19 comments)
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alliance real estate: Do you drive buyers to you or to your company? - 04/15/08 02:48 AM
Many agents make the mistake of driving clients to the company. That is great for the company but not good for the agent. Sometimes this is masked as a benefit to the agent, but the truth is that it really benefits the company. For example, does your company provide you with a … (10 comments)
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alliance real estate: Omaha Home for Sale!! 6152 Lafayette Ave. Omaha $130,000 Fabulous PRE-INSPECTED, Nearly-New HOME! - 04/14/08 02:27 PM
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alliance real estate: Informative Websites for Mold-Related Topics - 04/14/08 08:57 AM
In an earlier post, I gave a quick overview on an ugly four letter word ... MOLD. Mold is now one of the hot button topics in residential real estate. I have compiled several informative websites for more detailed information on Mold and Mold related topics. If you have or you suspect … (0 comments)
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alliance real estate: Strategy and Logistics of Expired Listings - 04/13/08 10:32 AM
As many of you know I am a HUGE fan of virtual assistants. In fact, we have had a internationally recognized virtual assistant for over a year at the Company level. Laura Monroe is TOP NOTCH and we are extremely happy with her work. However, there are some physical limitations with having … (4 comments)
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alliance real estate: Omaha Home for Sale! Adorbale Home Located in Cul-de-Sac! $120,000 - 04/09/08 01:43 PM
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alliance real estate: Vinyl vs. Laminate - 04/09/08 12:02 AM
What is the difference? Which one has more value? Is one better than the other? Which application is best? Both are highly recommended in the kitchen and bath area.
I am finding conflicting information on which is better. Some say vinyl tears easily other say it is strong. What kind of … (0 comments)
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alliance real estate: Exclusive Right to Represent Buyer Agreement - 04/08/08 09:17 PM
Exclusive Right to Represent Buyer Agreement...
What do you think of that? Having a client sign an exclusive right to represent a buyer agreement, is it the right thing to do? Will I scare buyers away just because they are not sure? How do you explain what and why we need to … (2 comments)
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alliance real estate: Omaha Home for Sale! Adorable and Close to Med Center/I-80/Creighton $90,000 - 04/08/08 01:00 PM
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alliance real estate: Omaha Home for Sale: Luxurious, Nearly New Home & Great Price!!$315,000 - 04/07/08 03:15 PM
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alliance real estate: We really do not need home staging ... April Fools - 04/02/08 12:00 AM
Today, I had the opportunity to celebrate April Fools Day with "staging" appointment with my good friend Tori Lynn Ross of Ross Designs. Tori is a member of my team and as part of my marketing plan, I have all my listings professionally staged by Tori. To set this up, I had the help of … (9 comments)
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alliance real estate: How many messages can you leave? - 04/01/08 07:50 PM
How many messages can you leave a client before you just stop. I may not return a call immediately or email right away but I will by the end of the day. I have a clean return contact slate each morning. I feel like I start a new day instead obsessing … (2 comments)
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alliance real estate: Congratulations to Troy Trumm of Alliance Real Estate - 03/25/08 06:19 AM
I would like to congratulate Troy Trumm of Alliance Real Estate for his second place ranking in Nebraska on Activerain. Troy began his career at Alliance and he continues to set the standard on client service. In fact, Troy has been named listing agent of the year for the past three … (2 comments)
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alliance real estate: Thank you, Rhett Shepherd of OneCall Home Showings - 03/24/08 09:08 PM
I would like to thank Rhett Shepherd for inviting me to participate in the filming a TV commercial for his company. It was a fun experience and a first for me. I was one of several agents within our market asked to "star" in the commercial. I sincerely doubt that I … (3 comments)
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alliance real estate: Free Warranty for Home Sellers - 03/24/08 05:02 PM
Alliance Real Estate is proud to have partnered with ServiceOne Home Warranty to offer sellers a FREE home warranty during the listing period. Our company has offered this program with ServiceOne for several years and it has been well received by our agents and our clients. The warranty is free and it also … (0 comments)
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alliance real estate: New Technology Introduced in the Omaha Real Estate Market - 03/24/08 11:38 AM
I am proud to announce that Alliance Real Estate is leading the way by being the FIRST company in Omaha to introduce a VIRTUAL FLYER for buyers via PDA/Smartphone! This system employs a text message call capture system with an attached virtual flyer! Smartphones are the future and are outselling desktop computers 4 … (0 comments)
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alliance real estate: The Smartest Person in the Transaction - 03/24/08 10:48 AM
The smartest person in the transaction is the BUYER. Why? Most buyers by the time of making an offer have become experts in pricing homes currently active in the market. They have spent hours searching on-line, searched days sometimes weeks looking at homes in person and sometimes they have searched different areas … (2 comments)
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alliance real estate: 3531 Madison Omaha: This Home is Cute as a Button! $89,000 - 03/21/08 10:47 PM
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alliance real estate: What is street creep? - 03/20/08 10:33 PM
Have you ever been in a home and noticed a crack in the wall of the foundation in the garage? This is typically caused by a phenomenon known as "street creep." What is street creep? Street creep is when the concrete expands and pushes on the driveway which subsequently pushes the floor of … (3 comments)
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alliance real estate: 15826 Seward, Omaha, NE Beautiful & Immaculate Home! $160,000 - 03/20/08 10:51 AM
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alliance real estate: Free CE in for Omaha Realtors - 03/18/08 02:20 PM
For most Realtors MOLD is an ugly four letter word. Servpro is sponsoring a FREE CE class that has been approved for 3 (R) credit hours on April 11, 2008. This class will help you understand mold and give you insight on the restoration industry. Class Size is limited so reservations … (0 comments)
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alliance real estate: 8310 Vernon Ave., Omaha, NE: Absolutley Beautiful Pre-Inspected Beauty! $125,000 - 03/17/08 01:52 PM
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alliance real estate: How To Build Wealth in Real Estate: FREE Breakfast Seminar in Omaha!!! - 03/17/08 11:30 AM
I have heard Tom speak on several occassions. His level of knowledge can truly advance your investing career and save you YEARS of the price of tuition at the school of hard knocks. I have attended Tom's class at the State Realtor Convention and at a GRI two day course. If … (0 comments)
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alliance real estate: Sellers: Selling a home is uncomfortable - 03/16/08 10:08 PM
There are currently over 5000 active listings in the Omaha market for sale. When you home is on the market it means that you will get showings at times that are inconvenient. You have to make your home available in-order for agents to sell your home. Sometimes you get only ONE … (4 comments)
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alliance real estate: Real Estate Companies: What agents should consider when picking a firm. - 03/15/08 01:46 AM
Are Realtors that want the best "split" any different than sellers that want the "lowest" commission? First of all, commissions are negotiable. Commission splits are negotiable as well. Many agents will run to the company with the highest split just as some sellers will run to the Realtor with the lowest … (8 comments)
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alliance real estate: The Value of Expanding Your Team - 03/13/08 12:30 PM
People by nature are adverse to change. The larger the change, the larger amount of resistance you can expect. And if the change requires money to be spent, take cover.
People tend to look at the short term effects of a change as a higher priority than any long term effects that … (1 comments)
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alliance real estate: 1702 N. 36 St. Newly Remodeled Beauty in Orchard Hill!! Amazing Value! $75,000 - 03/12/08 12:14 PM
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alliance real estate: Remembering Clients - 03/06/08 10:17 PM
After spending a lot of time and really getting to know your clients, I think it is important to remember them. I wanted to thank my clients in a special way and in a way to let their friends and family know what they have been up to. Buying a NEW … (0 comments)
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alliance real estate: Choosing a Broker is tough...or is it? - 03/03/08 09:50 PM
Choosing a Broker is tough...or is it?
You go to classes, you study, you take a big test. Then what? You have to choose a Broker to work for/with. How do you do it? And how many new agent really put as much energy into interviewing Brokers as they did prepping for … (6 comments)
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alliance real estate: 13404 S. 35 Ave, Bellevue, NE: Beautiful Pre-Inspected Home in Looking Glass! $170,000 - 03/03/08 04:05 PM
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alliance real estate: Thank you, Jim Thibodeau of CBSHOME - 03/03/08 10:37 AM
I would like to thank Jim Thibodeau of CBSHome for bringing the buyer for my listing at 13423 Gertrude St. in the Millard Highlands subdivision. In any successful transaction it takes a TWO agents to put a deal together. This listing SOLD after only 19 days on the market! This home … (4 comments)
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alliance real estate: J Scott builders - 03/02/08 09:59 AM
Looking to buy new construction please call Tim Miers. I also live in one of J Scott's homes we have been in our home for just over 5 months and we love it, He builds home in almost every price range from 270,000 to million dollars and up if you would … (1 comments)
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alliance real estate: When Will We Hit the Bottom of the Market? - 02/29/08 06:27 PM
This is a question I hear all the time. Everybody wants the best deal they could possibly get. Everybody wants the lowest interest rate, and the lowest price point on the home they want. I understand completely, because I like good deals also. There's nothing wrong with that. The problem is … (0 comments)
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alliance real estate: The Power of a Virtual Assistant - 02/29/08 02:27 PM
There has been a lot of talk lately about virtual assistants. A get a lot of feedback from people that don't understand why I would hire someone that lives out of state to do some of our day to day tasks. The answer is simple: The larger the pool of applicants … (1 comments)
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alliance real estate: Thank you Megan Bengston of RE/MAX - 02/28/08 12:09 AM
I would like to thank Megan Bengston of RE/MAX Professionals. I had the opportunity to work with Megan on the sale of 4902 Glasgow Dr in Bellevue, NE. In any transaction, it takes a top notch marketing plan and a successful buyer's agent help put a transaction together. Megan is a true professional … (0 comments)
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alliance real estate: Why focus on the negative? - 02/25/08 12:44 PM
I recently had the pleasure of attending the CRS Sellabration conference in Honolulu, HI. Of course the venue was incredible; who wouldn't love spending a few days in Hawaii? But aside from that, the classes were amazing. The level of excitement was through the roof, and the camaraderie was genuine. It … (2 comments)
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alliance real estate: Professionalism in Real Estate - 02/18/08 01:48 PM
The biggest complaint I hear in real estate today is that clients never hear from their agents. I believe this is just one of many consequenses resulting from a deeper issue: There is a lack of professionalism in our industry. In my opinion, too many companies are lax on this issue. As … (3 comments)
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alliance real estate: What is a Commission Cap? - 02/18/08 02:00 AM
Alliance Real Estate in Omaha, Nebraska is excited to announce a new commission program with a commission cap. What is a commission cap? Normally, when an agent sells a home the Broker is paid a commission. That commission is split between the Broker and the agent. Splits vary between company to company. … (6 comments)
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alliance real estate: Agent of the Year - 02/05/08 07:59 PM
I would like to thank David Matney and Rob Luhrs of Alliance Real Estate for naming me Agent of the Year for the third straight year (Congratulations to Troy Trumm of Alliance Real Estate). In 2006 I sold a total of 52 homes, with 43 of them being homes that I … (1 comments)
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alliance real estate: 2901 Piney Creek Dr., Omaha, NE: Country Quiet Gorgeous Home! (Off Market) - 01/30/08 02:54 PM
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alliance real estate: Technology Investment: Business Hub - 01/30/08 11:31 AM
One of our best technology investments our company made last year was a "business hub." This is a color copier, fax machine, e-mail center and scanner all rolled into one. This investment is has paid for itself and has been one of our best investments as a company.
This tool has also helped our agents … (3 comments)
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alliance real estate: 4514 S. 14 St., Omaha, NE: Adorable South Omaha Home with Beautiful Hardwood Floors! - 01/28/08 11:57 AM
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alliance real estate: PDA and Smartphone Seminar - 01/23/08 08:31 PM
The Omaha Area Board of Realtors Education Committee and the OABR is sponsoring a PDA/Smartphone Technology seminar on February 27 and 28th at the Westside Community Conference Center located at 3534 S 108 St in Omaha, Nebraska. The instructor for the course is Dick Betts.
Dick is a smartphone and technology "guru" … (5 comments)
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alliance real estate: 14468 Larimore Ave., Omaha, NE Beautiful Southern Facing Home! - 01/21/08 12:51 AM
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alliance real estate: 6917 Pratt St, Omaha, NE: This Beautiful Home is Pre-Inspected and Has Tons of Updates! - 01/03/08 05:18 PM
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alliance real estate: 13423 Gertrude St. Omaha, NE: Fantastic Home in Millard Highlands! - 12/27/07 04:44 PM
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alliance real estate: 4902 Glasgow Ave. Bellevue: Beautiful Home Located on Corner Lot, with Updates Galore! - 12/27/07 04:11 PM
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alliance real estate: Why buy a southern facing home in Nebraska? - 12/23/07 01:32 AM
Why is it better to buy a southern facing home in Omaha, Nebraska? In the Omaha Real Estate market, a southern facing home's driveway will melt faster and will be clear long before a home that faces north. If marketing a home it is not a bad idea to point this out to a … (1 comments)
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alliance real estate: Get involved with your local board - 12/16/07 05:07 PM
Recently the Omaha Area Board of Realtors decided to change MLS providers. I have spoke with many local Realtors and many have expressed disappointment in the decision to change providers. In order to have a say in matters or to make an impact you have to be involved and be part of the … (5 comments)
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alliance real estate: Buyers: Avoid this common mistake. - 12/16/07 04:33 PM
One of the most common mistakes a first-time home-buyer will make when buying a home is not looking at their possible future real estate needs or future resale value. At the time, maybe a living on a busy street is fine or a two bedroom home will have plenty of room, however, in … (1 comments)
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alliance real estate: Rental furniture: How to stage a vacant home. - 12/16/07 02:56 PM
It is extremely important to stage a vacant home with rental furniture when selling your home. It is probably one of the last thing a seller wants to hear AFTER they have just moved out. However, it can make the difference between a home languishing on the market or a closed … (1 comments)
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alliance real estate: New Construction: Do I still need a home inspection? - 12/12/07 11:28 PM
Do I need a need a professional home inspection if I'm buying new construction in Omaha? Yes. Doesn't it have to be up to code and isn't that sufficent? Yes, the home has to be to up to code and code is "passing" but a passing grade of only a D.
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alliance real estate: Testimonials for Alliance Real Estate - 12/12/07 02:56 PM
One of the fun things I love about owning Alliance Real Estate is reading the feedback letters and testimonials we receive from our clients. As a company, we send out a feedback letter from Alliance to the client after the transaction has closed. I firmly believe that this feedback is critical improving your service and it … (2 comments)
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alliance real estate: Post Contract Checklist - 12/10/07 10:06 PM
Omaha Real Estate Contributed by David Matney with Alliance Real EstateAfter a contract is accepted, many details and work goes on behind the scenes. Home inspections, title searches, deed sets and repairs. Coordination and Communication are key to make everything come together for a successful closing. This is a post contract checklist which … (2 comments)
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alliance real estate: Home Buyer's Property Evaluation Checklist - 12/10/07 09:27 PM
Omaha Real Estate Contributed by David Matney with Alliance Real Estate I am a HUGE believer in using checklists when helping a someone buy or sell a home. There are so many items to consider and what may be a concern to one buyer may not be important to another. This … (3 comments)
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alliance real estate: Donations for Local Women's Shelter - 12/09/07 10:31 AM
Omaha Real Estate Contributed by David Matney with Alliance Real Estate
On Thursday, December 13, 2007 from 3:00 to 5:00 PM the Omaha Chapter of the Women's Council of Realtors will hold their annual Officer Installation and Holiday Reception at the Regency Lake and Tennis Club. Refreshments will be served and … (2 comments)
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alliance real estate: Beverly Flynn of NP Dodge - 12/07/07 08:48 PM
Omaha Real Estate Contributed by David Matney with Alliance Real EstateEveryone is well aware of the recent tragedy in Omaha. One of the victims was Beverly Flynn with NP Dodge. NP Dodge has stepped up to the plate and is established a fund to support her family. Unfortunately, I did not have … (6 comments)
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alliance real estate: What happens to an earnest deposit? - 12/05/07 11:39 PM
Omaha Real Estate Contributed by David Matney with Alliance Real EstateAn earnest deposit is used to demonstrate "good faith" to the seller when making an offer on a property. Typically, this is in the form of a check that is submitted along with a purchase agreement. It is not very common … (3 comments)
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alliance real estate: The most important document when buying or selling a home. - 12/05/07 03:38 PM
Omaha Real Estate David Matney with Alliance Real Estate
The Seller Property Condition Disclosure Statement is one of the most important documents when buying or selling a home. As a seller, it is EXTREMELY important to carefully fill out the disclosure completely and honestly. If the transaction ends up in a courtroom it … (12 comments)
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alliance real estate: Agency Disclosure - 12/05/07 01:53 PM
Omaha Real Estate Contributed by David Matney with Alliance Real Estate
One of the forms you will be asked to sign if you are considering buying or selling a home is the Agency Disclosure. The form is required by law in the state of Nebraska. The purpose of this form is … (2 comments)
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alliance real estate: More exposure: Avoid this common pricing mistake when selling your home. - 12/01/07 10:05 PM
Omaha Real Estate Contributed by David Matney with Alliance Real Estate
Everyone knows that pricing and exposure are key factors in getting a home sold. 83% of buyers begin their search online and most of those searches is determined by entering a price range. One common mistake sellers and agents make … (0 comments)
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alliance real estate: "Subject to satisfactory home inspection" - 11/30/07 09:17 AM
Omaha Real Estate Contributed by David Matney with Alliance Real EstateEveryone understands the importance of a professional home inspection when buying a home. However, what happens if the seller does not want to fix or address an issue? Is the contract automatically null and void? Normally, there is a home inspection addendum to … (1 comments)
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alliance real estate: Omaha Real Estate Market - 11/27/07 06:10 PM
Omaha Real Estate Contributed byDavid Matney with Alliance Real Estate
Many times I hear clients voice concerns over rising interest rates. Interest rates have been at historically low levels for several years. Every market is different and in the Omaha real estate market we are very fortunate to have a very stable and … (2 comments)
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alliance real estate: What is an Escrow Closing Fee? - 11/27/07 12:28 AM
Omaha Real Estate Contributed by David Matney with Alliance Real Estate
When you purchase or sell a home one of the closing costs you will incur is an escrow closing fee. Typically this fee in Nebraska is approximately $300 to $400. This fee is charged by the title company which serves as … (1 comments)
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alliance real estate: What is a blog? - 11/26/07 11:39 PM
Omaha Real Estate Contributed by David Matney with Alliance Real Estate
What is a blog? A blog stands for web log. A blog is simply an e-mail to the world. It allows you to reach a wide audience and it levels the playing field. When I first heard of blogging I thought it was … (8 comments)
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alliance real estate: Pelini or Gill? - 11/26/07 10:33 PM
Omaha Real Estate Contributed by David Matney with Alliance Real Estate
Nebraska is now in search of a new head football coach. For anyone not from Nebraska this will not seem to be a big deal. To give you some insight to how important this is the tracking of the airplane carrying … (6 comments)
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alliance real estate: What is the state documentary tax? - 11/25/07 06:59 PM
Omaha Real Estate Contributed by David Matney with Alliance Real Estate
One of the closing costs you see when you sell a home is the state documentary tax. This tax is paid by the seller for "executing a deed for the privilege of transferring beneficial interest in or legal title to real … (1 comments)
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alliance real estate: What is a Broker Administrative Commission? (or BAC) - 11/25/07 06:33 PM
Omaha Real Estate Contributed by David Matney with Alliance Real EstateWhat is a BAC? A BAC stands for Broker Administrative Commission. Some companies charge buyers and sellers an additional fee in addition to the commission when buying a home or selling a home. If a buyer is purchasing a home a … (1 comments)
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alliance real estate: Happy Thanksgiving! - 11/22/07 08:38 AM
Omaha Real Estate Contributed by David Matney with Alliance Real Estate
On behalf of all the Realtors at Alliance Real Estate we would like to wish everyone a Happy Thanksgiving! We would like to give a special thanks all of those who our serving our country in the Armed Forces who without them none of … (1 comments)
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alliance real estate: Your yard sign is a reflection of you? - 11/20/07 10:03 PM
Omaha Real Estate Contributed by David Matney with Alliance Real EstateWe ask sellers to have the home ready to show at the drop of a hat. We also ask them to paint, remove wallpaper, RENT furniture, clean carpets and pay a hefty commission for FULL SERVICE. Yet, some Realtors have a … (6 comments)
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alliance real estate: Holiday Spirit at Alliance - 11/20/07 07:48 PM
Omaha Real Estate Contributed by David Matney with Alliance Real EstateThis year the Realtors at Alliance Real Estate in conjuction with the Omaha Area Board of Realtors are participating in the local Toys for Tots campaign. So far, we have a good number of toys in our box. As a former Marine, … (1 comments)
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alliance real estate: New Construction: Why a builder does not discount the price? - 11/20/07 07:20 PM
Omaha Real Estate Contributed by David Matney with Alliance Real Estate
Occasionally I will help a buyer purchase new construction. Often buyers will get frustrated because they feel that they are not getting a "good deal" because the builder will not budge on his/her asking price. Sometimes buyers get frustrated because when they sold … (3 comments)
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alliance real estate: Home Inspections: Vacant Homes and Utilities - 11/20/07 06:26 PM
Omaha Real Estate Contributed by David Matney with Alliance Real Estate
This is just a quick post on purchasing a home that is vacant. Most buyers will make an offer to purchase on a home and make the offer contingent on a home inspection. If the home is vacant and the … (10 comments)
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alliance real estate: Appraisals: What a buyer needs to know. - 11/20/07 07:30 AM
Omaha Real Estate Contributed by David Matney with Alliance Real EstateWhen purchasing a home it is a good idea to order an appraisal to protect your investment. An appraisal is an opinion of value by a disinterested third party. If a buyer makes an offer to purchase and it is contingent on … (4 comments)
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alliance real estate: Home Inspections - What a buyer should know about repairs. - 11/19/07 09:38 AM
Omaha Real Estate Contributed by David Matney with Alliance Real Estate
Many buyers after a home inspection ask the sellers to make repairs. There are several key issues to consider when requesting repairs? When will they be completed, who will make the repairs and how will the buyer know the work has been … (1 comments)
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alliance real estate: Radon - What buyers and sellers need to know. - 11/18/07 11:33 PM
Omaha Real Estate Contributed by David Matney with Alliance Real EstateFirst and foremost, I am not an expert on Radon. However, when we represent clients it is important to have a basic understanding of issues such as Radon in order to provide better representation for our clients. What is Radon? Radon … (3 comments)
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alliance real estate: Selling a home with foundation problems - 11/18/07 08:54 PM
Omaha Real Estate Contributed by David Matney with Alliance Real Estate Occasionally you will run across a home with some serious foundation issues. If you are a seller and your home has what might appear to be a foundation issue have it inspected by a structural engineer BEFORE you put it … (3 comments)
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alliance real estate: What is your negotiation strategy? - 11/18/07 08:54 AM
Omaha Real Estate Contributed by David Matney with Alliance Real EstateWhen an offer arrives what is your negotiation strategy as a LISTING AGENT?As the agent representing the seller: First and foremost, thank the buyer's agent for both showing your listing and for bringing you an offer. The buyer's agent has many homes to choose … (1 comments)
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alliance real estate: Marketing a home at 35 mph! - 11/16/07 10:57 PM
Omaha Real Estate Contributed by David Matney with Alliance Real Estate
In the two previous posts, I discussed several aspects of a deliberate and specific yard marketing campaign. Anything you do should always be looked at by asking what would I want if I were the consumer? Many agents look at a … (3 comments)
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