ann arbor: Ann Arbor: Healthiest City in the US!! - 07/24/08 01:22 PM
Yes, according to the AARP, Ann Arbor has met all the criteria of being the #1 healthiest city in the United States. In an article of the upcoming AARP Magazine it states that over 20 measures of vitality, including not only the physical aspects of a community (clean air and water), but … (0 comments)
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ann arbor: Still time for Fun in the Sun at Gallup Park and Argo Canoe Livery - 07/22/08 12:04 PM
Summer is in full swing with plenty of exciting scheduled events still happening at Gallup Park and Argo Canoe Livery.
Set aside some time for these dates of scheduled events:
Thursday, August 14
7pm to 8:30pm
$5/child, all ages welcome with adult
"Bring your children out for some basic fishing fun! Instruction, poles … (2 comments)
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ann arbor: Go Blue! - 07/21/08 06:29 PM
What kind of football season do you think is in store for Michigan? How many games will my beloved wolverines win this year? Do you think they will go bowling? I say they will be in the national title hunt and will no doubt make it to a bowl. This team … (2 comments)
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ann arbor: Ann Arbor In The Green (Again) - 07/21/08 04:51 PM
Ann Arbor has always been environmental minded and stays well ahead of other major cities in our nation in terms of making inovative strides in our city. Typically an award that goes only to State Senators and State Representatives, Our Mayor Hieftje has become 1 of 3 Mayors in the State of Michigan … (1 comments)
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ann arbor: Declaring the Value of What you are Worth? - 07/18/08 07:45 PM
All Realtors are not the same. We all know that, we all do things differently. For instance, I have found it is better to under promise and over produce. If I say, I will return all calls in an hour, then I try to return them right away.
When I … (68 comments)
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ann arbor: Housing Statistics are out for the month of June! - 07/17/08 10:23 AM
Wondering how the Housing Market is doing in our Area? Looking for local events, places to go or even great places to eat? Simply visit www.letmewelcomeyouhome.com Click on Our Area and click Links and find out what's going on in the Ann Arbor and Ypsilanti area!
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ann arbor: CNN Money Magazine Ann Arbor is Number 27 in Top 100 cities to live in - 07/15/08 06:34 AM
Ann Arbor, Michigan was just named number 27 in CNN's Money magazine of best small cities to live in.
Here is a snapshot of the information on Ann Arbor.
I thought it was pretty interesting that the photo they used was of the Ann Arbor Farmers Market, since I had … (20 comments)
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ann arbor: 9000 Ash Whitmore Lake MI 48189 - 07/15/08 06:30 AM
9000 Ash, Whitmore Lake, MI 48189
New construction home in East Meadows Subdivision. Most popular floor plan can easily be expanded by homeowner or builder. Home comes with unfinished 2nd floor w/plumbed bath adding additional living space when completed. Cape Cod has basement and package includes GE appliances an water softener. … (1 comments)
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ann arbor: Real Estate Investing Detroit - 07/14/08 06:16 PM
Real Estate Investors & Small Business Owners will get their Questions Answered from Accounting Expert and Real Estate Attorney at New Location!
Panel of two join together to get investors’ questions answered on accounting and legal issues.
Romulus, MI--Richard White, real estate, attorney, and noted author … (1 comments)
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ann arbor: Summertime and the Livin Is Easy in Ann Arbor, Michigan - 07/14/08 04:02 PM
Oh there are many times when Ann Arbor, Michigan is the best place in the world...some would think of fall with UM Football or winter snows which are beautiful as well as the springtime when it's cool enough to run a 10K in the Arboretum. But none of these wonderful times … (10 comments)
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ann arbor: Burns Park, Ann Arbor, Michigan - What a Time to Buy! - 07/13/08 07:37 PM
Burns Park is an neighborhood within the city of Ann Arbor, Michigan as well as a first rate elementary school and local park. This is a classic wonderful neighborhood within walking distance of the University of Michigan and has always been in high demand.
The prices of homes are currently at … (3 comments)
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ann arbor: Should you Buy or Rent in Ann Arbor, Michigan - 07/13/08 06:44 PM
Should you buy or rent if you are moving to Ann Arbor or the surrounding areas in Washtenaw County ? We get asked that question frequently.
The answer is "it depends on your individual circumstance".
One of the first things to ask yourself is, How long will you be living in … (11 comments)
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ann arbor: Diving In--First Blog Post - 07/10/08 01:24 PM
Okay, I look pretty happy here about jumping into the ocean for a dive at Molokini crater off Maui. But, before any dive, I always feel a little trepidation--this dive into blogging included!
I guess I should introduce myself and give a little background:
I was actually one of the … (6 comments)
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ann arbor: I hate my son, part II - 07/09/08 02:49 AM
Yes, we are there again, with the sarcasm only partly in check. These darn kids have a way of growing up and having minds of their own, no matter what we do!
Tonight I was livid with my son for having lounged all day when chores had been assigned. His summer … (4 comments)
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ann arbor: Agents! Stop Stretching the Truth! - 07/09/08 01:37 AM
Now that you have all stopped rolling around on the floor laughing, please hear what I have to say. I just did a very involved market analysis for a property I hope to list. In the details I sent along in an email with comps attached I had to constantly state … (4 comments)
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ann arbor: Ann Arbor Keller Williams Announcement - 07/07/08 09:12 AM
Last week we received an email from our Team Leader, Chet Hill at Keller Williams Ann Arbor. He wanted us to attend the weekly office meeting. Now I'm not much on meetings unless I know what they are going to say. However, Chet said he had a Big Announcement to make.
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ann arbor: Celebrating the 4th of July in Ann Arbor, Mi - 07/04/08 12:30 PM
Most of us celebrate the 4th of July in America. We gather together with family and friends, shoot of some fire-works, grill out and have a wonderful time.
July 4th, 1776 is the day our forefathers signed the Declaration of Independence. It is more than a piece of paper. It … (27 comments)
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ann arbor: NE ANN ARBOR 2-STORY CONDO by Argo Park, UofM Hospitals/Campus! - 07/02/08 01:18 PM
NORTHEAST ANN ARBOR CONDO just up the street from The Huron River & Argo Park, University of Michigan Hospitals, Medical Campus and Hospitals! Beautiful Landscaping welcomes you home to this Sharp, Clean 2-Story Condo. Enjoy the Large Windows that give you sunlight and views. The main floor has the Living Room, … (1 comments)
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ann arbor: 5849 Villa France Ann Arbor, Michigan 48103 - 06/30/08 10:08 AM
5849 Villa France is located in Country French Estates. It is on the Westside of Ann Arbor and is a rare four bedroom home. The home has been recently staged to give you a warm feel for the home.
Only a minute to I-94, close to shopping, groceries, coffee shops.
There … (10 comments)
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ann arbor: Ann Arbor, Local Yokel - 06/28/08 10:47 AM
So you want to move to Ann Arbor?
Did you know Ann Arbor is "25 miles surrounded by reality?"
Didn't think so, you have to live here a little while to know that little tid-bit. You will find out soon enough when you live here.
Ann Arbor the only place in … (25 comments)
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ann arbor: AnnArbor.craigslist.com - 06/11/08 11:46 PM
Have any of you checked out Craigslist in your location lately?
I post all my listings on Craigslist, every 45 days. I get more emails and calls on my rentals and lower priced homes.
Today I posted my new listings on 7185 Dell Rd, Saline, MI. which is the post right … (62 comments)
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ann arbor: The Things We Do For Love...and Dave Sedaris - 06/10/08 10:50 PM
Like walking in the rain and the snow and...
....standing in line for 4.5 hours inside the Borders on Liberty in Ann Arbor to have Dave Sedaris personally sign his latest book When You Are Engulfed In Flames. It's to be a welcome-home gift for my daughter who adores his writing and will be returning … (9 comments)
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ann arbor: It's May, It's May Market Data for Ann Arbor - 06/09/08 09:16 PM
Remember that song ?
It's May, it's May the lovely month of May ?
First the good news is our inventory is down over 30% from last year.
Closings are up 23%.
The bad news is that the average sale price is down 10.5% from last year. Overall the list price … (21 comments)
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ann arbor: Voice your opinion tonight at the City Planning Commission meeting tonight, June 3rd - 06/03/08 02:02 PM
The newly proposed development of the former "University Village" now titled "601 Forest" is going to be larger than previously thought. From the rendering below, it will be enormous. I thought the project was not a bad idea originally, but I've changed my mind. This looks like a project for Chicago … (0 comments)
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ann arbor: DETROIT. THE BEST REAL ESTATE MARKET AROUND. - 05/31/08 12:32 PM
I think real estate is the best investment. Period. I do.
There is only so much land. They can't make any more. The world is finite.
That being said, we look to buy low and sell high.
Therefore, buying real estate in 2008 is probably a great investment.
Will we be … (11 comments)
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ann arbor: The Flavor of Your Outside Blog - 05/26/08 03:00 PM
I have become a huge fan of some blogs in my hometown. These are folks I met through Twitter and have since met in person. They are very cool people and their blogs may not be on the top 5 blog list anywhere but they might be nice for each of … (13 comments)
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ann arbor: 2854 Barclay Way, Ann Arbor, MI 48105 - 05/24/08 07:50 AM
Last week I posted on the phone call I received from this seller and how he found me on the internet. I was fortunate to list his condo today at 2854 Barclay Way in Ann Arbor, MI.
This is a wonderful condo community, located in N.E. Ann Arbor, convenient to the … (12 comments)
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ann arbor: Be Not Afraid - 05/23/08 12:58 AM
Today I had some really disturbing news from one of my buyers. He had been in the neighborhood where we are scheduled to close on a property next Friday. The deal has been up and down, extended this long since an early March contract date for very legitimate reasons beyond the … (6 comments)
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ann arbor: Mortgage News You Can Use 5/21/2008 - 05/21/08 02:45 PM
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ann arbor: 2554 Traver Blvd Ann Arbor, MI 48105 - 05/20/08 06:15 PM
Just listed a beautiful condo in Traver Lakes community in Ann Arbor. This listing was referred to me by Tracy Santrock from Cary, N.C. They were clients of hers for their new home purchase in North Carolina.
I love Active Rain referrals !!
This is a beautiful condo, on the water … (17 comments)
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ann arbor: Marketing Report for Condo's in Ann Arbor and Washtenaw County - 05/20/08 10:26 AM
Average Days on the market condos in Ann Arbor was 105.
Average List price was $239,945, up 13.5% from April 2007.
Average Sales price for condos in Ann Arbor and Washtenaw County was $172,938.00 in April. This is down nearly 17.5% compared to April 2007.
April is the … (2 comments)
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ann arbor: April Market Data for Ann Arbor and Washtenaw County - 05/20/08 10:11 AM
Is the market stabalizing in Ann Arbor and Washtenaw County ?
Compared to last year, we are seeing less homes on the market, and the closings are definately up. Even though the average price of homes is down, buyers are moving and taking advantage of the homes in the best condition.
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ann arbor: Barclay Park Condos in Ann Arbor, MI - 05/19/08 08:15 AM
This afternoon I received a call from
a potential seller who
owns a condo in Barclay
Park Condo’s. I asked him how he found me and he
said
on the internet, I Googled Ann
Arbor Re/Max Agent and you came up twice on page
one. I had to inform him … (20 comments)
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ann arbor: Real Estate Cycle Profits the Home Buyers - 05/17/08 09:38 AM
In August of 1979, my
husband and I bought our
first home in Auburn,
Alabama.
It was a brand new home with 1300. S. F. for $39,000. We went FHA, and
my
parents, and grandparents helped us with the down-payment of 3%. It was
a cute
little house, with … (17 comments)
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ann arbor: Mortgage News You Can Use - 05/16/08 11:05 AM
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ann arbor: Hello Ann Arbor! Make me a deal! - 05/07/08 01:45 AM
Michigan has been on hard times for a while now - it's no secret. But everyone here is not suffering. Investors are looking at properties, plenty of foreclosures, and making incredible deals.
This past week I wrote four cash deals for two different investors. Each expects to live in one and flip … (4 comments)
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ann arbor: Discount Lawn Care - Servicing areas in Ann Arbor / Ypsilanti - 05/04/08 10:10 PM
Discount Lawn Care is a Pre paid lawn care service. The season lasts from April 22nd through September 30th. $15.00 Standard rate for cuts (90 x 150 max. lot size) which includes trimming and debris removal. (Free estimates given for larger acreage) Edging lawns cost an additional $5.00 $300.00 Special … (0 comments)
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ann arbor: April showers bring May flowers in Ann Arbor and a Brighter Market - 05/01/08 02:05 PM
The 1st day of May is here and it is chilly outside and it has been chilly in market too.
Last year from April 1st 2007 to April 30th, 2007, we had closed on 148 homes in Ann Arbor.
This April from April 1st to April 30th, 2008, … (16 comments)
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ann arbor: "Ain't No Mountain High Enough" to Keep Us from Succeding - 04/30/08 08:42 PM
Remember the Titans!
If you need some inspiration when it comes to this market just watch “Remember the Titans!” I say this because we must remember who we are in this market and work like those on the Titans team worked and people will remember us. I really believe that this … (14 comments)
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ann arbor: Mixpo to the Rescue - 04/26/08 02:48 PM
Today my daughter and I went out and shot a video of a home listed at 409 Fountain in Ann Arbor, MI. We are working with a client who is interested in this house and lives out of town.
We found out another person is flying in on Monday to look … (56 comments)
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ann arbor: Ann Arbor a Brighter and Greener Friday - 04/25/08 08:36 AM
Ann Arbor Greener and Brighter
Getting
Greener and Brighter
Monday was a
blue day, so many issues came up over the weekend. I hate to write about
negative things but all the issues in my last
post were happening all at once, and that was what was on … (32 comments)
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ann arbor: The Burns Park Run is Coming!! - 04/22/08 06:02 PM
Every May, as the weather warms and the park surrounds us with fresh greenery, the annual Burns Park Run welcomes Spring. This year's run is Sunday, May 4th, at 8:30 AM.
The run features a 5K and a 10K races, and draws about 1,000 participants. There is also a Fun Run in the park … (1 comments)
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ann arbor: Two Tools, Instant Success - 04/14/08 12:08 PM
Two Tools you might want to use that have really helped me are GetClicky and Flickr.
Here’s why?
Yesterday was the Spring Practice game for the University of Michigan football team, known at the “Maize and Blue” game. I went and took my FlipVideo camera. Last night I … (59 comments)
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ann arbor: April 15th, the Big Day - 04/11/08 04:03 PM
The Big Weekend
April 15th is the day....our taxes are due. So my guess
is many of us will be gathering receipts and hitting the button on our
QuickBooks or Quicken to pay Uncle Sam.
Actually in 1862, Congress inacted the Tax Act to help fund the … (37 comments)
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ann arbor: New Price: $350,000 | 2641 Emerald, Ann Arbor, MI - 04/10/08 06:26 PM
For Sale: 2641 Emerald, Ann Arbor, MI Elegant City LivingLocation: HearthstoneA grand two-story foyer greets you as you enter this beautiful home. Elegance abounds in this nearly 2700 sf home, featuring granite counters, gleaming hardwood floors, cherry cabinets, neutral designer paint throughout and a secluded study towards the back of the … (0 comments)
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ann arbor: Ann Arbor-Washtenaw County Condo Reports March 2008 - 04/09/08 05:05 PM
March
Condo Reports
Just like the residential
market in Ann Arbor,
the condo market saw a reduction of the number of listings that came on
the market in March by 47%.
The average sales price of condo's in Washtenaw County was
$145,930. That is down over 28% … (11 comments)
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ann arbor: Washtenaw County 1st Quarter Market Reports including Ann Arbor - 04/08/08 04:48 PM
1st
Quarter Marketing Reports
Homes are selling in Ann Arbor and Washtenaw County,
but they absolutely
MUST be priced right.
When I say, "priced right", I am not referring to market value. I am
talking below market value. Buyers want a deal, a bargin. The average
sale price throughout … (14 comments)
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ann arbor: Do Buyers get Buyers Remorse in Ann Arbor? - 04/07/08 08:47 PM
Many buyer will get it?
How do you deal with it?
How do you prevent it?
Many times buyers in Ann Arbor and Washtenaw County after having their offer accepted on a house they loved, begin to question their decision they have written an offer on. “Can I afford it?” … (35 comments)
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ann arbor: Get out of my property! - 04/07/08 01:29 AM
The other day I heard a pretty chilling story from an owner of income property and it is forcing him to rethink his entire strategy of income property as a way to accumulate wealth. He has lost, not earned, a lot of money.
He had rented one of his income properties to … (8 comments)
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ann arbor: Video Contest 2008 - 04/05/08 03:51 AM
Here is a video to introduce myself to anyone looking at home in the Ann Arbor area. My name is Karen Moorhead and the place to start your search is on the Internet and I thrilled you have found http://activerain.com. While you are here "in the rain" as we like to … (10 comments)
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ann arbor: Mortgage news you can use - 04/04/08 03:26 PM
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ann arbor: Team366 Marketing 101 - Expose Your Home - 04/04/08 11:58 AM
A brief video describing how Team366 markets properties. In addition to the typical real estate agent marketing efforts, this video shows what Team366 does to expose your property to the WHOLE marketplace. The Team366 blog offers more information too! … (7 comments)
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ann arbor: Ann Arbor Event: FestiFools this Sunday, April 6th - 04/03/08 03:06 PM
It's that time of year again! For those unfamiliar with FestiFools, here's the description from their site:
FestiFools is a non-profit production of the START Project, a University of Michigan Lloyd Hall Scholars Program initiative. FestiFools brings students and community volunteers together to create unique public art that is free … (0 comments)
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ann arbor: Are You in Prison? - 04/02/08 09:46 PM
Are
you in Prison?
What
do I mean by that?
When a person
is in prison, they are locked up, confined to
limited quarters, food, water, cigarettes, day to day, same o same o,
basically
survival.
We can also be
in prison even though we are FREE. Are you … (91 comments)
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ann arbor: getmedowntown.com - 04/02/08 05:26 PM
There is a group of people in Ann Arbor who have a ton of fun…going to Detroit. This event was a wonderful success. We left A2 and took a bus (think party huge bus, not school bus) and went to the DIA for the late Friday night hours. It is … (2 comments)
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ann arbor: I think I'm in love...again - 04/02/08 01:02 AM
It all started at the wedding of clients of mine a few weeks ago. I was delighted to be invited since I knew it was to be a small affair, spur of the moment despite the engagement, because of a job change. They had planned an exotic wedding in Hawaii to mark the event but … (17 comments)
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ann arbor: Skate Park Meeting to discuss the Proposal April 2 - 04/01/08 07:37 PM
Outdoor fun for the kids has been proposed. There is a group of citizens proposing an outdoor skate park at Vet's Park. The next meeting to discuss the Skate Park is scheduled for Wednesday, April 2 @ 6:30. The meeting will take place at Abbott Elementary School.
If you are a supporter … (0 comments)
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ann arbor: Results from "A Quick Survey?” - 03/31/08 08:57 AM
I would like to thank those of you who responded to the “ A Quick Survey?” I posted last week.Here are the results1. Do you use virtual tours? The majority said yes they use tours in one form or another. Those who don’t said that it is not done in … (3 comments)
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ann arbor: Introduction to one of Ann Arbor's own: Tally Hall - 03/31/08 08:11 AM
I was thrilled at Top of the Park 2006 to be introduced to one of Ann Arbor’s most up-in-coming musical groups called Tally Hall. They are an incredible band and not to be missed. If you would like an introduction please listen to 107.1 while you blog or answer e … (0 comments)
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ann arbor: It's the foreclosure that wo-ooon't end...it just goes on and on my friend... - 03/30/08 10:20 PM
Time for another tale from the dark side.
My intrepid buyers have been faithfully bidding on property for nearly a year now, coming up against the infamous, "highest and best" bidding process in numerous offers. Well, recently they won, "won" being a relative term. I have to question the bank's integrity on this … (9 comments)
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ann arbor: Home Warranties - 03/30/08 06:59 PM
HOME WARRANTIES
We had and inspection on
1941 Geddes in Ann Arbor, the seller is in Arizona,
an elderly
woman. Before the Realtor, who is also their neighbor left for her
vacation she
had the house winterized.
It
is an older home and
pipes run through the unheated underground … (30 comments)
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ann arbor: What will you do tonight when the lights are out 8:00pm to 9:00? - 03/29/08 12:13 PM
Go to http://www.google.com/ right now. Did you see the black?
Do you know why it is black?
Tonight is turn the lights out and we have someone in Ann Arbor, Michigan who has signed up our little part of the Earth in this great feat of awareness. Awareness about what you ask? … (10 comments)
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ann arbor: For Sale: 1611 Creal Crescent, Ann Arbor, MI | Clean as a Whistle and Ready For You! - 03/28/08 11:03 AM
For Sale: 1611 Creal Crescent, Ann Arbor, MI Clean as a Whistle and Ready For You!Location: Martin AcresThis little beauty will wrap itself around and make you smile. Its 3 bedrooms, hardwood floors, wet plaster walls with coved ceilings, finished basement, built-ins and dining area are all reminiscent of a quality … (0 comments)
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ann arbor: Buyer Not Qualified as Yet?....Yep, I'll Show You the Town - 03/27/08 06:37 AM
I know many agents will think I'm crazy for my title but hear me out. There is a method to my madness.
There was a client who came into town to interview for a position here in Ann Arbor and he was pretty excited about the opportunity. Great company and seems … (12 comments)
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ann arbor: University of Michigan Residents "match letters" - 03/24/08 06:45 PM
The “MATCH” letters went out on Friday, across the United States and I’m sure there is a number of incoming University of Michigan Residents trying to decide if they should buy or rent in the Ann Arbor, Michigan area.
Here is a Rent or Buy Calculator that will help you … (12 comments)
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ann arbor: 46th Annual Ann Arbor Film Festival starts this week! - 03/23/08 06:37 PM
**It's Time to Watch**The Ann Arbor Film Festival is one of the best film festivals in the country and is juried. The schedule is available on the website and there are many films to enjoy.
When you attend the shows you can go back to the website and provide feedback! … (5 comments)
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ann arbor: Ann Arbor YMCA is Keeping Ann Arbor Moving! - 03/23/08 06:12 AM
The Ann Arbor YMCA is Committed to Our Community!Keep Moving Day @ Ann Arbor YMCA is a day dedicated to keeping America moving no matter the age. Outsmarting Arthritis is the purpose of the FREE health and wellness event open to all of the community. What: A series of events for … (1 comments)
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ann arbor: A Quick Survey? - 03/22/08 05:23 PM
Hi everyone! Here are a few quick questions for anyone willing to help. Results will be posted in a week. 1. Do you use virtual tours?2. What type do you prefer slide show, 360º panoramic or video?3. How many tours did you post last year?4. Did you do them yourself or … (5 comments)
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ann arbor: Ann Arbor not Exempt from Foreclosures - 03/19/08 05:12 PM
To those of us who live in Ann Arbor, we have always thought we were exempt from the rest of the state of Michigan when it came to the housing industry downturns. Not this time. A quick look at Foreclosurenet.net will give you a list of all the foreclosure homes … (23 comments)
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ann arbor: CHEFS for Top of the Park Tuesday, March 18, 2008 - 03/19/08 10:00 AM
Last night was the wonderful event commonly known as “CHEFS” which is a fundraiser for Top of the Park. The food was fabulous but the wine choices left much to be desired.
Loved the appetizer from Katherine’s Catering, which was a tuna trio with citrus seasoned greens and … (2 comments)
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ann arbor: Chicks in Ann Arbor - 03/17/08 04:43 PM
It has often been commented that Ann Arbor is 24 square miles surrounded by reality. Oft times, that statement has been used to point out some disconnect between the city and its neighboring communities. Well, in a startling twist, the City of Ann Arbor is considering a proposal to allow city … (3 comments)
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ann arbor: 2928 N. Knightsbridge, Ann Arbor, MI - 03/17/08 02:21 PM
This is one of the most preferred condo communities in Ann Arbor for the University of Michigan Residents.Located only 4 miles to the hospitals, you can stand at the entrance and watch the Dr's. drive in in their scrubs. In case you didn't know Resident Dr.'s don't get much sleep and … (18 comments)
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ann arbor: Ann Arbor Celebrates St.Patricks Day - 03/17/08 10:41 AM
It’s St.Patricks Day and the place to be in Ann Arbor is Zingermans Deli and Conor O’Neills.
Zingerman's Delicatessen
"All-You-Can-Eat Corned Beef and Cabbage": The menu features Sy Ginsberg corned beef from United Meat & Deli (Detroit), named Best Corned Beef in New York City by Slow Food USA. … (10 comments)
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ann arbor: Part II of... Standing on the Empire State Building Throwing off 100.00 Bills - 03/16/08 08:03 PM
Part II of Standing on the Empire State Building. (or pick up the phone and call them)
Yesterday, I received a inquiry from one of the sites I syndicate my listing to. She wanted to see my listing at 1216 Birk in Ann Arbor. She had requested on … (28 comments)
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ann arbor: Ann Arbor, Washtenaw County Market Reports for February - 03/16/08 01:24 PM
Below are the market reports with data from the Ann Arbor Area Board of Realtors and compiled my by my friend Todd Waller, of Big House Data.
A few things to point out from a historical perspective from 2005 to 2008:
Average list prices: Average Sale Price Average Days on Market New … (5 comments)
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ann arbor: My Problem with the Federal Reserve and Economics - 03/16/08 09:05 AM
Let me start off by saying I’m not an economist. I have taken Econ 101 and Macro Econ but nothing more in economics but I do have an opinion and reading the story today from Market Watch it really makes me wonder about people who are the big players in … (6 comments)
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ann arbor: Ann Arbor Area Real Estate Statistics | February 2008 - 03/14/08 01:58 PM
From the Big House Data Executive Summary:
February 2008 is in the books and the listing pace is down by over a full quarter of the market. That means that there is currently a quarter less new inventory for purchasers to choose from! Depending on your view of the … (1 comments)
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ann arbor: Condo For Sale: 1050 Wall St #2B - Ann Arbor, MI 48105 - 03/13/08 05:12 PM
For Sale: 1050 Wall St #2B - Ann Arbor, MI 48105Location: Riverside Park PlaceAbsolutely the best deal going on Wall Street! This incredible condo with updates and views is priced to sell and it is just minutes by foot to the Medical Center, Dental school, both Central and North Campuses, Parks … (1 comments)
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ann arbor: We also do Commercial Appraisals! - 03/13/08 02:22 PM
Commercial Appraisal Service
If you have dealt with commercial appraisers before you have most likely encountered inconsistent quality, delays and unprofessional service. This is where Accurate Appraisal separates themselves from the rest. You will always receive professional service with the highest quality for every job.
Extensive experience in what businesses need as … (0 comments)
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ann arbor: "Go Blue" While Being Green - 03/13/08 11:44 AM
Ann Arbor, Michigan has a saying and it is repeated all year long, "Go Blue". While I still think its great to be blue it's also really really great to be GREEN as well in Ann Arbor.
We have The EnviroLink Network which is in Washtenaw County as well as Ann Arbor and links … (4 comments)
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ann arbor: How to take advantage of the drop in home prices when you already own a home? (Wall Street Journal, author Jonathan Clements (3/12/2008) - 03/13/08 10:54 AM
Yesterday, I read a great article in the Wall Street Journal by Jonathan Clements (3/12/2008) about taking advantage of the drop in home prices when you already own a home, BUT do not want to get into the rental business. He suggested three things: 1.) Buy a bigger home. You may lose a … (3 comments)
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ann arbor: Top of the Park, Wishing it was Summertime in Ann Arbor, Michigan - 03/12/08 06:09 AM
It isn't even spring in Ann Arbor, Michigan and snow is on the ground we are still thinking about summer in the city. Every summer Ann Arbor has a wonderful party for the town. It is the mark that summer is here. Top of the Park! Oh how we love this … (4 comments)
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ann arbor: Ann Arbor Makes Another Top 10 List - 03/10/08 02:37 PM
Foot experts at the American Podiatric Medical Association have chosen the best and worst walking cities in America. Their rankings were posted on March 7, 2008. Ann Arbor made the list!
One of the best benefits of Burns Park and the Old West Side (and a big reason for their popularity) is the proximity … (0 comments)
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ann arbor: Real Estate Marketing | Traditional, Innovative or Bleeding Edge? - 03/09/08 02:55 PM
The marketing of real estate has always been a process that changes. In fact, the one constant about real estate marketing, is that it changes rapidly!
AcceptableSeller's have come to expect a level of service already. That level of service may vary from region to region, but I suspect that the … (10 comments)
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ann arbor: Is The Spring Market Here Yet? - 03/07/08 03:56 PM
I've seen some increased Open House activity in the Ann Arbor area over the last few weeks, and I've added some listings to my inventory with more to follow. It feels like spring is here.
What's the buzz right now? The most recent report I heard is that Ann Arbor will level … (1 comments)
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ann arbor: An Interested Buyer for the ex-Pfizer Campus in Ann Arbor, Michigan - 03/07/08 01:29 PM
The Pfizer campus has a potential buyer: Forest City. Forest City has viewed the area and they are considering the 2 million square foot site for future development and it would be necessary for the area to become public-private partnership between Forest City and the University of Michigan.
The University of Michigan is quoted … (2 comments)
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ann arbor: A Great Way to Help your Buyers & Sellers - 03/07/08 01:14 PM
My web-master suggested a new site to me today so I wanted to share it with all my friends here. It is called Walk Score.
You can add any address where any of your listings are, or where your buyers are considering moving and it will give you the score … (70 comments)
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ann arbor: Welcome: Jefferson Market and Cakery to the Old West Side of Ann Arbor - 03/06/08 03:05 PM
The Old West Side of Ann Arbor has some wonderful aspects to it and one of these gems has been the Jefferson Market which has just been sold and the new business is:
Jefferson Market and Cakery
The new owner is Mary Rasmussen from Saline who fell in love with the building … (5 comments)
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ann arbor: Proposed High-Rise at South University and Forest - 03/05/08 06:39 PM
Developers Dan Ketelaar and Ron Hughes propose to build a 22-story high rise and a connect 15-story tower at the corner of S. Univeristy and Forest. The site is a large portion of the block where Village Corner, the Bagel bakery, Park Plaza Apartments, Student Bike Shop, Cahmpion's Convenience Mart and … (0 comments)
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ann arbor: Mortgage Insurance Bad or Good? - 03/04/08 03:31 PM
I have been a mortgage lender since 1995 and have heard every negative comment, story, rant, and opinion about Private Mortgage Insurance (PMI). I never really understood why people had such strong negative opinions about PMI. I would, from time to time, try and explain that without PMI most people wouldn't … (3 comments)
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ann arbor: Announcing my outside blog: TreeTownTalk.com - 03/04/08 03:07 PM
I am so excited to share my new outside blog with all of you.
The reason I am working on a blog is to help explain the current market conditions and I encourage anyone to post questions and I would love to answer them.
I cover Ann Arbor, Dexter, Chelsea and … (18 comments)
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ann arbor: When Blood is Running in the Streets....BUY! - 03/03/08 04:25 PM
As John D. Rockefeller famously said, "The way to make money is to buy when blood is running in the streets." - from the Time article
Whoa! There is a great article in the February 25th, issue of Time Magazine. The article, Ignore the Headlines, is a great article on … (1 comments)
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ann arbor: For Sale: 2703 Barclay Way, Ann Arbor, MI | Beautiful, Sunlit End Unit - 02/29/08 06:35 PM
For Sale: 2703 Barclay Way, Ann Arbor, MI Beautiful, Sunlit End UnitLocation: Barclay ParkGorgeous, sunlit Greenwich model end unit in well located Barclay Park. Here's your opportunity to own one of the best units in Barclay Park. Southern and Eastern exposure windows mean your new home will be sunny and well … (2 comments)
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ann arbor: Ann Arbor's Top 10 List! Gotta Love it - 02/29/08 04:42 PM
Top 10 Things We Love in Ann Arbor
10. Going up "North" for vacation 9. Coffee shops 8. Downtown 7. Diversity 6. Parks 5. Art and Art Fair 4. Music 3. Schools 2. Books 1. Michigan Football
Top Things We Hate* in Ann Arbor 10. Cloudy days 9. Art Fair 8. Long drives 7. Drivers who don't look for pedestrians 6. School officials who take jobs, … (8 comments)
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ann arbor: 1216 Birk Ann Arbor, MI 48103 - 02/27/08 03:38 PM
Located in the heart of Ann Arbor, within walking distance to University of Michigan, "The Big House", and Chrysler Arena. Go Blue!!
The future owner will inherit all the upgrades,totaling over $42,000. in the last two years. New kitchen cabinets, new appliances, new granite counter-tops, two remodeled baths with jacuzzi tub, and … (20 comments)
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ann arbor: Warm Welcome to Ann Arbor, Michigan - 02/26/08 10:14 AM
I have some wonderful news for people moving to Ann Arbor Area. We have a mid Winter break with both the Ann Arbor Public schools, Saline Public Schools as well as the University of Michigan. The schools take advantage of the break and we certainly could use it to recharge our … (6 comments)
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ann arbor: Now is the time! - 02/22/08 10:22 AM
NOW is the time to buy!! There are some great deals to be had whether you are a first home buyer or a seasoned home buyer! Plus the interest rates have dropped!!! If you are unsure where to start, let me help you!!
First, find out what you can afford by … (0 comments)
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ann arbor: Honesty is the Best Policy in Ann Arbor Real Estate - 02/21/08 06:27 PM
Several years ago, I met a professor in the Psychology Dept. at the University of Michigan. She had found me on the Internet and wanted me to preview her lake house to sell.
The house was a cute cottage on the Horseshoe Chain of Lakes. We walked around the cottage, … (61 comments)
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ann arbor: January Market Update for Condo's in Ann Arbor and Washtenaw County - 02/20/08 07:18 PM
The condo market in Ann Arbor continues to have a large amount of inventory. Usually being in the college town of The University of Michigan our condo's have sold well. The list price was up by .5%, but the sales were down by 8.5% from January 2007.
In March the residents assigned … (4 comments)
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ann arbor: January Market Update for Ann Arbor and Washtenaw County - 02/20/08 06:56 PM
January 2008 was a good month for closings in Ann Arbor and Washtenaw County. We are up 10% compared to January 2007. Even better news for home sellers is that the number of listings was down 13%.
The homes with the best value, perceived by the buyers are still selling and selling … (1 comments)
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