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buy a home: Real Estate News Episode 018 - Creative financing to sell and buy a home! Paulson defends subprime freeze plan! Burt Reynolds and Terrell Owens in real estate!! Yahoo, Zillow and Trulia working together!!! - 01/15/08 06:17 PM
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buy a home: Ski Free in Park City! - 01/13/08 12:51 AM
Park City is offering a free lift ticket in exchange for your same-day boarding pass to Salt Lake Airport. Unfortunately, it seems you must not be a Utah resident to take advantage of this offer.
So, those of you who are visiting Salt Lake from another State (Including clients of mine … (2 comments)

buy a home: 3702 Park Oak Dr. Open House Extravaganza!! MUST SEE!! - 01/11/08 06:01 PM
OPEN HOUSE EXTRAVAGANZA
Saturday, Jan. 12 from 2-4 PM
Join The Smith Team for
*Hotdogs *Hamburgers *Music *Jumpy House
  
             
          
3702 Park Oak Dr.
                                                                                Tiffany Park          
$315,000
MLS#46192
MUST SEE! Luxury 4/3 home w/ 3-way split plan, 10-14 ft. ceilings & 8 ft. doors. Gourmet kitchen w/ dbl oven, extra lrg. island and upgraded s.s. appliances. Hardwood floors, … (0 comments)

buy a home: Getting "Under Contract" to Buy a Home - 01/11/08 11:37 AM
Getting "Under Contract" to Buy a HomeStart by SELECTING US as your Buyer's Agents! We will guide you through the home buying process:
1) Sign a Buyers Brokerage Agreement: Without a signed agreement, real estate agents in DC work for the Seller. Sign a Buyer Broker Agreement with a short time … (0 comments)

buy a home: Duffy Realty Lists 8,000th home in just 5 years! Actually, Rhonda Duffy lists 8,000th home in just 5 years! - 01/11/08 08:15 AM
 
In just 5.5 years we have listed our 8,000th home!  On September 5, 2007 we listed number 8,000.  Thank you Duffy Clients for making us 92% referred and helping us help you save money!  To date we have saved our clients over One Billion Dollars in listing fees and we have … (0 comments)

buy a home: The Neighbors Know Everything - 01/11/08 08:02 AM
  Many buyers have a ton of questions before they can be serious about buying a home. Most sellers believe that the buyer's agent who will bring these buyers to their home actually understands the features and benefits of the lifestyle that their home represents. Unfortunately, most of the time the … (0 comments)

buy a home: Manhattan Beach, CA: Home Prices.January-December ..2000-2007.. Part I - 01/10/08 01:03 PM
Manhattan Beach Home Prices 2000-2007 Part II've been compiling a lot of numbers in the last week on home prices in Manhattan Beach and the Beach Cities. Over the next two weeks I will be posting that information beginning with Manhattan Beach. The following information is based on the number of … (2 comments)

buy a home: Real Estate News Episode 017 - 7 States Standardize Mortgage Broker Rules!! Terrorism Insurance Law to Protect Commercial Market!! It’s HARDER than EVER to get LOANS!!! - 01/09/08 05:40 AM
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buy a home: Real Estate News Episode 015 - Receiving cash back at closing legal?! Tax bill to help homeowners after foreclosure! Bush subprime freeze will be the solution to world peace!!! - 01/09/08 05:37 AM
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buy a home: Real Estate News Episode 016 - 2007 Real Estate Year in Review!!! 2008 Predictions and Tips!!! Real Estate Stocks and More Rate Cuts Coming!!! - 01/07/08 12:36 AM
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buy a home: A Message From Senator Feinstein... - 01/04/08 03:24 PM
I received the following message from Senator Feinstein in response to my effort urging her to pass legislation to modernize FHA financing programs and create affordable mortgage loans for homeowners.
I am grateful that Senate bill S.2338 passed and will raise the FHA loan limit to match the current GSE (Fannie … (0 comments)

buy a home: Bad Credit - 01/04/08 12:16 PM
If you have not so great credit  call me today....we mit have a program for you  … (0 comments)

buy a home: December 2007 MLS Stats for Topeka Kansas Real Estate and Surrounding Area - Homes that SOLD Topeka Kansas area - 01/04/08 08:38 AM
December 2007 Topeka Kansas Real Estate and the surrounding area SOLD's was only 196 homes vs. 252 last month.  The average DOM (Days on Market) was 64 days vs. 72 days in Novemeber so homes closed a little quicker.  $125,191 was the Topeka area homes average SOLD price vs. $123,355 in November.  Overall, fewer homes … (2 comments)

buy a home: December 2007 MLS Stats for Lawrence Kansas Real Estate - Homes that SOLD Lawrence Kansas - 01/04/08 08:11 AM
December 2007 Lawrence Kansas Real Estate SOLD's was only 38 homes vs. 55 last month.  The average DOM (Days on Market) was 160 days.  $197,704 was the Lawrence homes average SOLD price.  Overall, fewer homes and lower priced homes were SOLD throughout Douglas County Kansas in the month of December.  Below are all the … (0 comments)

buy a home: December 2007 MLS Stats for Eudora Kansas Real Estate - Homes that SOLD Eudora Kansas - 01/04/08 08:06 AM
December 2007 Eudora Kansas Real Estate SOLD's was only one home vs. 5 last month.  The average DOM (Days on Market) was 55 days.  $115,000 was the Eudora homes average SOLD price which dropped as well from $181,660.  Overall, fewer homes and lower priced homes were SOLD throughout Douglas County Kansas in the month … (0 comments)

buy a home: December 2007 MLS Stats for Baldwin Kansas Real Estate - Homes that SOLD Baldwin Kansas - 01/04/08 08:02 AM
December 2007 Baldwin Kansas Real Estate SOLD's was only one home vs. 4 last month.  The average DOM (Days on Market) was 48 days.  $137,500 was the Baldwin homes average SOLD price which dropped as well from $175,000.  Overall, fewer homes and lower priced homes were SOLD throughout Douglas County Kansas in … (0 comments)

buy a home: December 2007 MLS Stats for Rural Douglas County Kansas Real Estate - Homes that SOLD Rural Douglas County Kansas - 01/04/08 07:59 AM
December 2007 Rural Douglas County Kansas Real Estate SOLD's were only two homes vs. 4 last month.  The average DOM (Days on Market) was 49 days.  $193,000 was the rural homes average SOLD price which dropped as well from $287,250.  Overall, fewer homes and lower priced homes were SOLD throughout Douglas County … (0 comments)

buy a home: Homes for Sale in Abingdon, Maryland - 315 Talbot Court - 01/02/08 09:58 AM
EXCELLENT END OF GROUP IN ABINGDON!  BRING YOUR PICKIEST BUYERS THROUGH THIS ONE!
 
PRICED AT $236,000
Featuring!Bedrooms: 3Bathrooms: 1.5  Built: 1988DESCRIPTION: IMMACULATE HOME! This End of Group Town Home in Constant Friendship has it ALL and then some:  It sits up high on a hill for added privacy, New HVAC Unit & Heat Pump, Newer Roof with NEW plywood … (0 comments)

buy a home: About Timbergreen in Magnolia, TX - 01/02/08 12:57 AM
Timbergreen is a country community in Magnolia, TX.  It is secluded, private, and peaceful, yet convenient to town for shopping, etc.   There are sections 1-5 and lots range from 1 acre to 5 acres.  
If you are considering buying a home in or near Magnolia, TX, call me.  Timbergreen might be the … (0 comments)

buy a home: 15 acres of peace vs 35 acres of peace - 01/01/08 03:55 PM
15 acres of peace, 3BR, 2BA, 2 car, Shop, 3 acre bass pond 157 E. 1250 Rd, Baldwin, KS 66006 View Map Some people when buying a home in the country are looking for a lot of land and others are looking for a smaller amount to care for. Marketing … (0 comments)

buy a home: 157 E. 1250 Road, Baldwin, Kansas 66006 - 01/01/08 03:53 PM
15 acres of peace, 3BR, 2BA, 2 car, Shop, 3 acre bass pond 157 E. 1250 Rd, Baldwin, KS 66006 View Map 35 acres of peace, 3 bedroom, 2 bath, 2 car garage, 4 1/2' stoop space under house for shelter from storms, 3 acre 27' deep in spots world … (5 comments)

buy a home: Berni’s JAZZY Update: House Hunter Ad for December 2007 and more… - 12/30/07 07:02 PM
JAZZ UP YOUR HOME SALE.... 
Below is a copy of the color ad that appears in the House Hunter (Pioneer Valley's Showcase of Homes) for Dec. 17th, 2007 - January 16th 2008.
The price of the 16 Acres home has been reduced to : $216,900. and it is FABULOUS, great for someone … (0 comments)

buy a home: 416 N. Topeka Ave., Carbondale, KS 66414 - 12/30/07 08:53 AM
416 N. Topeka Ave Carbondale Kansas For Lease or Sale 416 N. Topeka Ave., Carbondale, KS 66414 View Map Sometimes when sellers have a property they may want to both list a property For Lease and For Sale. That way if the tenant comes first to lease the place, the … (1 comments)

buy a home: 416 N. Topeka Ave., Carbondale, KS 66414 - 12/30/07 08:50 AM
416 N. Topeka Ave Carbondale Kansas For Lease or Sale 416 N. Topeka Ave., Carbondale, KS 66414 View Map Sometimes when sellers have a property they may want to both list a property For Lease and For Sale. That way if the tenant comes first to lease the place, the … (4 comments)

buy a home: 2002 Emerald Dr., Lawrence, Kansas 66046 - 12/28/07 10:44 AM
Many people when searching the web are looking for student housing for various universities.  Here in Lawrence Kansas, the home of KU, some will want to buy a home close to campus such as the one shown below.
Some want to keep from throwing away money on rent and to actually walk away … (3 comments)

buy a home: Episode 013 - Real estate no longer local! Michigan and Ohio, the worst markets in the country! Real estate ghost towns!!! - 12/27/07 07:47 PM
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buy a home: Episode 012 - Subprime bailout plan flawed? Payday loans for 396 percent! It’s OK to rent forever! 995hope.org really helps! - 12/27/07 07:43 PM
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buy a home: November 2007 MLS Stats for Rural Douglas County Kansas Real Estate - Homes that SOLD Baldwin Kansas - 12/26/07 11:07 PM
November 2007 brought the sale of 74 Douglas County homes which was up from last month's 68 homes and way up from the 49 September SOLD homes.  Average DOM (days on market) was 117 which is way up from 93 last month.  Homes being SOLD for the next several months, on average, should take at least … (0 comments)

buy a home: November 2007 MLS Stats for Lawrence Kansas Real Estate - Homes that SOLD Baldwin Kansas - 12/26/07 10:59 PM
The best area of Kansas to buy a home for re-sale value and highest appreciation is found in Douglas County Kansas with Lawrence being number 1, Eudora being number 2, and Baldwin being number 3.
November 2007 brought the sale of 74 Douglas County homes which was up from last month's 68 homes … (0 comments)

buy a home: November 2007 MLS Stats for Eudora Kansas Real Estate - Homes that SOLD Baldwin Kansas - 12/26/07 10:45 PM
The best area of Kansas to buy a home for re-sale value and highest appreciation is found in Douglas County Kansas with Lawrence being number 1, Eudora being number 2, and Baldwin being number 3.
November 2007 brought the sale of 74 Douglas County homes which was up from last month's 68 homes … (0 comments)

buy a home: November 2007 MLS Stats for Baldwin Kansas Real Estate - Homes that SOLD Baldwin Kansas - 12/26/07 10:37 PM
The best area of Kansas to buy a home for re-sale value and highest appreciation is found in Douglas County Kansas with Lawrence being number 1, Eudora being number 2, and Baldwin being number 3.
November 2007 brought the sale of 74 Douglas County homes which was up from last month's 68 homes … (0 comments)

buy a home: Congress Reaches Agreement on Mortgage Relief Bill - 12/19/07 10:04 AM
Congress Reaches Agreement on Mortgage Relief Bill
Here is another facet of the financial "crisis" we face - whether or not you own real estate, this will be paid for by your taxes (and mine).
The House of Representatives will approve the Senate-passed version of H.R. 3648, the "Mortgage Forgiveness Debt Relief Act … (4 comments)

buy a home: 255 N. Michigan St. #9-47, Lawrence, Kansas, 66044 - 12/18/07 07:02 PM
Every one is hoping for a great Christmas present and this home is going to be a fantastic gift.  I collect a database of under appraised homes and this one just got added to my list.  For more information on this home that is $8040 below county appraisal and on other homes that … (3 comments)

buy a home: Senate Passes FHA Loan Limit Increase - 12/17/07 10:46 AM
Senate Passes FHA Loan Limit Increase!
On Friday, December 14, 2007, the U.S. Senate voted 93 to 1 to pass S. 2338, the FHA Modernization Act, which will reform the Federal Housing Administration (FHA). A conference committee will now meet to resolve differences between this bill and the one passed by … (2 comments)

buy a home: Kingwood Homes for Sale | Real Estate in Kingwood, TX - 12/15/07 08:47 PM
Discover the Kingwood, TX homes for sale that you are looking for at http://www.williams4yourhome.com/.  Jeremy Williams with Keller Williams Realty NE is a full-service real estate agent for Kingwood, TX.  Find real estate in Kingwood, TX today by arranging an appointment with Jeremy Williams at 281-812-8229 or e-mailing Jeremy@williams4yourhome.com.  An initial consultation … (0 comments)

buy a home: Richmond Virginia Real Estate - Home Buyer's checklist - 12/15/07 07:07 PM
1) Hire a real estate professional.
2) How much can I borrow?
3) What are the costs?
4) Which loan is right for me?
5) Get pre-approval.
6) Search for a property.
7) Make an offer.
8) The buying process ( inspection, Insurance, Appraisal)
9) Close.
CONTACT ME for assistance with RICHMOND REAL ESTATEMohamed Mekhimar , Realtor®, Accredited … (0 comments)

buy a home: Episode 011 - Fed funds rate cut winners and losers, consumers burning down their homes for ins money, real estate holiday woes!! - 12/14/07 09:20 AM
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buy a home: Buying a For Sale by Owner - Why you need Representation - 12/12/07 05:11 PM
Some homeowners try to sell their own home, believing that they are as capable as a real estate agent of handling a property transaction. But according to statistics, only 8 to 10 percent of "FSBO" transactions actually close, and many end up in litigation.
If you choose to buy a home with … (0 comments)

buy a home: The Power and Benefits of Loan Interest Rate Buy-Downs - 12/11/07 05:19 PM
 
In high-cost real estate markets like California and the San Francisco Bay area, it has become difficult for most buyers to qualify for mortgage loan financing under the current tight qualfying standards for Jumbo and conforming loans.  In most real estate markets throughout the country, sellers are trying to cope with a slower moving market … (3 comments)

buy a home: Homes for Sale in Haymarket, Gainesville, Bristow, Nokesville, Manassas, Warrenton - 12/09/07 09:48 AM
If you are looking to buy a home at this time of year...you are in luck!!  Rates are low, inventory is up, and sellers are working with buyers to make deals happen....  The first thing you need to do is find a great real estate agent (wink wink :)   Hey, there are … (0 comments)

buy a home: St. James Wood, Sylvania Township, Ohio, Lucas County, Market Analysis - 12/08/07 09:30 AM
St. James Wood is located in Sylvania Township, Ohio, Lucas County.  Although St. James Wood is located in Sylvania Township it has a Toledo Ohio mailing address.  The benefits of this you may ask.  Lower Taxes.  Trees line the winding streets, and Wooded Lots are part of the charm of this … (0 comments)

buy a home: Episode 10 - George Bush Unveils Subprime Freeze (with controversy), Some market values are rising!, "wicked Local Real Estate" and More! - 12/07/07 06:17 AM
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buy a home: Renting vs. Buying a home - 12/05/07 11:02 PM
The majority of Americans, approximately 69% own their own homes.  Owning a home allows tax breaks for interest paid and property taxes.....not to mention equity earnings.  (renting does not)  Buying a home offers many their first chance at building their net worth.  A home is an asset that you enjoy as … (0 comments)

buy a home: Urgent Call to Action for California Realtors, Banks, Mortgage Brokers, Loan Officers - 12/05/07 09:00 PM
Call-for-Action! C.A.R. and NAR Need Your Help to Increase Access to FHA
and GSE (Government Sponsored Enterprises) Loan Products!
Contact Senator Boxer Today!
C.A.R. and NAR are SUPPORTING Senate Bill 2338 (Dodd) which, among other things, increases FHA loan limits to 100% of conforming loan limits.
 C.A.R. and NAR are also urging the U.S. Senate … (1 comments)

buy a home: New website launched! East Haven Real Estate Information! - 12/03/07 10:18 AM
I have officially launched three new websites each containing real estate information for different localized areas.
Get A FREE Online Guide To East Haven Area Info
Start with our FREE Online Guide to East Haven Area Real Estate to get yourself oriented to the area.
In this guide, you'll find links to the most important … (0 comments)

buy a home: A great call from my son today! Team Utz is Proud - 12/01/07 10:01 PM
It is Friday afternoon, when my phone rings.  I pickup the call and my son Brad says. "hey dad I need to tell you something".  Holding my breath, I asked what was up.  He said, I'm helping my friends Chris and Megan move today, you just sold them their home.  I … (0 comments)

buy a home: 1108 SW MacVicar, Topeka, KS 66604 - 11/29/07 09:17 PM
Sometimes, when a home is remodeled, you want to remodel it again before you move in, but this owner did it right. The kitchen is light and airy with a neat backsplash area for the counters and they put cool light fixtures in. Decorators can come to this home for tips. … (8 comments)

buy a home: 1052 N 150 Rd, Baldwin Kansas 66006 - 11/29/07 08:57 PM
Are you wondering if there are any homes left in the country outside of Lawrence. Here is a place where you can escape the traffic and the city and go fishing in your own pond. There are 60 acres of calm peace and quiet with an amazing house to live in. … (4 comments)

buy a home: Manhattan Beach: New Tree Section Listing...3612 Poinsettia - 11/28/07 01:30 PM
New Listing in Manhattan Beach Tree Section ... 3612 PoinsettiaThis is a sweet little house in the Trees. Nothing fancy... no granite or marble... just your basic 2 bedroom 1 bath home on a 40 x 116 lot. The home has been a rental but was well maintained by the owner. … (6 comments)

buy a home: Sounds Like Someone Needs a Hug! - 11/27/07 01:19 PM
I can't tell you how many times I've had to use that expression in the last couple of months.  I've had to use it to console the bruised egos of real estate agents in my office in Phoenix, AZ and of agents with whom I've come into contact in other states.  I've had to … (2 comments)

buy a home: October 2007 MLS Stats for Topeka Kansas Real Estate and Surrounding Area - Homes that SOLD Topeka Kansas area - 11/26/07 09:38 PM
Topeka Kansas Real Estate and surrounding area SOLD's showed 245 homes for the month of October 2007.  That is (incredibly) up from September's 243.  It looks like in the Topeka area we could have 2007 pass the number of SOLD homes in all three of the previous three years.  Read on...
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buy a home: Should I buy a home right now? - 11/21/07 09:45 AM
Top Three Reasons to Buy a Home Right Now
Lush inventory to select your home from.  More than 50,000 homes are on the market right now in the greater Phoenix area, for example.  New homes, nearly new homes and older homes -- you will see an abundance of inspiring homes in your … (3 comments)

buy a home: MIRAMAR HOMES FOR SALE:16506 SW 51ST ST Miramar FL,33027 - RIVIERA ISLES - CAPRI -$770,000 - 11/19/07 03:31 PM
List Price: ML#: F8884852888 Homeowners Fee: $ 509.00 / Quarterly

Address: 16506 SW 51ST ST Miramar FL,¤ 33027 Subdivision: RIVIERA ISLES / CAPRI Area: 3990 Beds: 4 Baths: 2 / 1 Year Built: 2002 $ 770,000 Garage: 2 Sqft LA: 3,292 Sqft TA: 4,165 Pool: Yes / Below Ground Pool … (0 comments)

buy a home: Christmas at the Cascade in Redding California - 11/18/07 09:12 PM
Starting this Friday....Cascade Christmas by the Redding Dance Project. This is a great show...call the Cascade Theater for tickets while they last. The Dance Project is wonderful to see, with so much talent. You will be glad that you saw this show.
Best Regards, Ron Largent
The Largent Team
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buy a home: Happy Birthday Lisa!! 11/18/07 - 11/18/07 08:12 PM
From busy days with the children to busy days with clients, there's always time to celebrate and have some fun!!
  The Smith Team at Keller Williams Realty Brazos Valley, would like to wish Lisa Smith a HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!
           Lisa Smith, team leader of The Smith Team, along with husband Andrew Smith, is … (3 comments)

buy a home: Episode 007 - Going Green Homes Baby!, Crime Going up due to foreclosures, Zillow.com taking over the newspapers, and more! - 11/15/07 04:12 PM
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buy a home: Honestly, Is This a Good Time to Buy a Home? - 11/14/07 10:00 AM
I was asked by a client the other day if I honestly thought that this was a good time to buy in Arizona, not as a REALTOR, but as a buyer.  My client is a first-time buyer who is in a position to buy, but can't compel himself to do anything … (0 comments)

buy a home: Buyers – Browse our Jefferson City Missouri For Sale By Owner site to find your next home - 11/09/07 11:54 PM
Attention Home Buyers
If you are looking to buy a home in the Jefferson City Missouri area please take the time to look at our website. Our Jefferson City For Sale By Owner website has many homes that are for sale by owner. Take a look at the homes, browse our helpful … (0 comments)

buy a home: October 2007 MLS Stats for Baldwin Kansas Real Estate - Homes that SOLD Baldwin Kansas - 11/09/07 10:16 AM
The best area of Kansas to buy a home for re-sale value and highest appreciation is found in Douglas County Kansas with Lawrence being number 1, Eudora being number 2, and Baldwin being number 3.
October 2007 brought the sale of only 68 Douglas County homes which was up from last month's 49 homes and … (0 comments)

buy a home: October 2007 MLS Stats for Baldwin Kansas Real Estate - Homes that SOLD Baldwin Kansas - 11/09/07 10:15 AM
The best area of Kansas to buy a home for re-sale value and highest appreciation is found in Douglas County Kansas with Lawrence being number 1, Eudora being number 2, and Baldwin being number 3.
October 2007 brought the sale of only 68 Douglas County homes which was up from last month's 49 homes and … (0 comments)

buy a home: October 2007 MLS Stats for Eudora Kansas Real Estate - Homes that SOLD Eudora Kansas - 11/09/07 10:13 AM
The best area of Kansas to buy a home for re-sale value and highest appreciation is found in Douglas County Kansas with Lawrence being number 1, Eudora being number 2, and Baldwin being number 3.
October 2007 brought the sale of only 68 Douglas County homes which was up from last month's 49 homes and … (0 comments)

buy a home: October 2007 MLS Stats for Lawrence Kansas Real Estate - Homes that SOLD Lawrence Kansas - 11/09/07 10:11 AM
The best area of Kansas to buy a home for re-sale value and highest appreciation is found in Douglas County Kansas with Lawrence being number 1, Eudora being number 2, and Baldwin being number 3.
October 2007 brought the sale of only 68 Douglas County homes which was up from last month's 49 homes and … (0 comments)

buy a home: October 2007 MLS Stats for Kansas Real Estate - Homes that SOLD Douglas County Kansas - 11/09/07 10:07 AM
The best area of Kansas to buy a home for re-sale value and highest appreciation is found in Douglas County Kansas with Lawrence being number 1, Eudora being number 2, and Baldwin being number 3.
October 2007 brought the sale of only 68 Douglas County homes which was up from last month's 49 homes and … (0 comments)

buy a home: Real Estate Success in 2007 ~ Lake Zurich and Beyond - 11/07/07 03:12 PM

The media would have everyone believe that when it comes to the real estate market, all is gloom and doom. It can get downright depressing to read the paper.
Can you sell your home in today's market? Should you buy? Absolutely!
The following clients are happy ~ they either bought, sold … (6 comments)

buy a home: Is 10 the magic number?..... - 11/03/07 11:28 AM
How many home viewings does it take to find THE one you want to buy?What I'm experiencing with home buyers in Chicago, on average the amount of homes viewed is 10. How many did you view or show before finding the right home? Most of the time this is what happens....The first … (3 comments)

buy a home: Rent Versus Owning...... rent to own? buy now, not later - 11/01/07 09:45 AM
Why rent when you can OWN a home ?
The process is easy and with the right people around you it can be very painless. Call me today so I can show you all the benefits associated with home ownership.
If you currently rent :
     RENT PAYMENT                             SPENT AFTER 1 YEAR                                       SPENT AFTER 2 … (0 comments)

buy a home: WHAT A GREAT TIME TO BUY!!! - 10/29/07 02:38 PM
Wow!! Opportunity is everywhere. The media is constantly blasting real estate lately, but I must tell you, they are sooo WRONG!!!
I am constantly reading books and such about how millionaires made their millions and almost everyone of them have some portion of their net worth invested in real estate and the … (2 comments)

buy a home: Richmond Real Estate - Reasons to Sell Before Buying!! - 10/27/07 11:19 PM
Timing can sometimes be difficult if you have to sell a home before you can buy another one. Most people need the equity from the sale of their first home for the down payment on the new house. If your present home goes on the market first, you may be concerned … (0 comments)

buy a home: Richmond Real Estate - How to Choose a Realtor! - 10/25/07 07:42 PM
With over 6,000 licensed agents in the Richmond area, Some of these people have had their licenses for years but only dust them off once a year to "help" out a friend. Others are good people who have left other professions but were too young to retire and decided to give real … (0 comments)

buy a home: September 2007 MLS Stats for Kansas Real Estate - Homes that SOLD Northeastern Central Kansas - 10/23/07 09:02 AM
The best area of Kansas to buy a home for re-sale value and highest appreciation is found in Douglas County Kansas with Lawrence being number 1, Eudora being number 2, and Baldwin being number 3.
September 2007 brought the sale of only 49 Douglas County homes which was way down from last month's 136 homes and … (0 comments)

buy a home: Advice for First-Time Home Buyers: Step By Step-How to Buy a Home. Real Estate - 10/21/07 09:26 PM
Here is a Step by Step Guide: by: Dennis McVeigh  http://www.philahomesale.com
1. Have an idea of what you're looking for: Ask yourself, 'What do I need in a home?' and 'How do I intend to use it?'. Write down a list of must-have home features. Then write a separate list of ideal … (0 comments)

buy a home: Without Savings, A Strong Wind Can Knock You Over - 10/20/07 11:42 AM
The other day I met with a couple who wanted to buy a home, but had some financial set backs and needed advice. I knew they weren't going to be able to buy a home for at least a year, but this was a referral from a good source, and I … (2 comments)

buy a home: Selling or buying a home, market is improving! Read more - 10/19/07 10:22 AM
 Why you should buy a home now? By all indications home prices have hit bottom and they are projected to go up. Read the link for why the experts think so..
 http://www.realtor.org/press_room/news_releases/2007/oct_forecast_improvement_mortgage_market.html
Susan Buhr
Broker
PDS Real Estate
Visit http://www.pds-realestate.com/ web site for metro Columbus home search.
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buy a home: Working with an Agent to Buy A Home - 10/18/07 04:57 PM
Selecting A Real Estate Agent Finding the right real estate agent to help you in your search is the important first step to take when you are ready to buy a new home. Some people feel it is better to use someone you don't know--I can't agree with this thought because … (0 comments)

buy a home: AUCTION! Luxury 4 BR Home - 10/18/07 07:19 AM
AUCTION! * OC Close! * Elegant Home! * $545,000 *Location: Corona, CaThis home is now under auction terms, all bids due by 11/1/2007. Preview 10/20 and 10/21 from 1-3pm. Elegant home on quiet cul-de-sac. Formal LR, large loft, custom paint, upgraded carpet and tile, Cathedral ceilings, Plantation shutters, and city lights … (0 comments)

buy a home: Interest Rate Snapshot October 8, 2007 - 10/08/07 08:23 AM
Posted October 8, 2007
30 Year Fixed  6.07%15 Year Fixed  5.70%5/1 Arm          5.89%30 Year Fixed Jumbo  6.85%5/1 Jumbo Arm 6.43%
Thank You to Bankrate.com for providing the rates!
Thank you for visiting, and have a safe and happy week!
Liane Thomas, REALTOR(R)Serving Southern California Counties of Riverside and San Bernardino(951) 454-3805Visit any of these webistes … (0 comments)

buy a home: Richmond Real Estate - Tips for Buying a Fixer-Upper! - 10/06/07 05:53 AM
Buying a "fixer-upper" can be a great way to earn sweat equity, but it also can turn into nightmare, end up costing you later on.
What are the rules to follow to find the right property to fix up or flip? Buy a house at least 30% below market value, so that you … (1 comments)

buy a home: 416 N. Topeka Ave., Carbondale, KS 66414 - 10/04/07 10:49 AM
What to do if you want to buy a home but need help making the payment?
What to do if you want country living but with city conveniences?
Thanks and "Don't keep me a secret--I'm never too busy for your referrals!"Rob (FREE 2-10 Home Warranty with every home you buy or sell through … (8 comments)

buy a home: What to do if you want to buy a home but need help making the payment - 10/02/07 10:38 PM
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buy a home: September 2007 MLS Stats for Baldwin Kansas Real Estate - Homes that SOLD - 09/29/07 11:47 PM
September 2007 brought the sale of only 49 Douglas County homes which was way down from last month's 136 homes and July's 184 homes.  Average DOM (days on market) was 94 which is up from 74 from last month.  Homes being SOLD for the next several months, on average, should take at least three months to … (0 comments)

buy a home: September 2007 MLS Stats for Lawrence Kansas Real Estate - Homes that SOLD - 09/29/07 11:40 PM
September 2007 brought the sale of only 49 Douglas County homes which was way down from last month's 136 homes and July's 184 homes.  Average DOM (days on market) was 94 which is up from 74 from last month.  Homes being SOLD for the next several months, on average, should take at least three months to … (0 comments)

buy a home: September 2007 MLS Stats for Eudora Kansas Real Estate - Homes that SOLD - 09/29/07 11:23 PM
September 2007 brought the sale of only 49 Douglas County homes which was way down from last month's 136 homes and July's 184 homes.  Average DOM (days on market) was 94 which is up from 74 from last month.  Homes being SOLD for the next several months, on average, should take at least three months to … (0 comments)

buy a home: My First Real Estate Show - 09/28/07 08:15 AM
After having been with Visual Tours for over a year, I have decided to start on Real Estate Show.  Not that there was anything wrong with Visual Tours but I liked the more elegant look to the Real Estate Tour.  AR's Jeff Turner personally answered some of my questions and customer … (15 comments)

buy a home: My First Year AR Anniversary at 100,000 points - 09/23/07 10:50 PM
On 10-11-06, not quite one year ago, I activated my AR profile and scored my first 100 points.  Little did I know how much I would be learning from this fabulous AR community.  I wrote my first blog that day on Blog Entry: So what's an ePro?
The next day I started … (13 comments)

buy a home: Tools of the Trade Tip 10 - 09/23/07 07:08 PM
The tenth Tools of the Trade Tip is on how to calculate future values.  No I'm not a mind reader.  Future value answers the question of what will a future value be on a property or investment.
First, it is a good idea to do these on a financial calculator.  I purchased the … (1 comments)

buy a home: Tools of the Trade Tip 9 - 09/23/07 05:36 PM
 
The ninth Tools of the Trade Tip is on how to find files on your computer very quickly. 
I know it's here someplace but where did I put it.  MS Windows Explorer has a file find utility but it is very slow.  To speed the search process up to where the file … (5 comments)

buy a home: Tools of the Trade Tip 8 - 09/23/07 02:55 PM
The eighth Tools of the Trade Tip is on how to do screenshots.  Screenshots are also referred to as using the PrtSc key, a screen dump, and doing a print screen.
Many people have hit the PrtSc key and have thought that the computer didn't do anything.  However, a picture of the screen … (1 comments)

buy a home: Tools of the Trade Tip 7 - 09/23/07 12:58 PM
The seventh Tools of the Trade Tip is on how to keep from having three people trying to huddle closely around a laptop screen to look at properties together.
While many buyers are researching homes on their own now by going to websites like my http://www.ihaveaddresses.com/ and http://www.residencetours.com/ there are still times when I … (6 comments)

buy a home: Tools of the Trade Tip 6 - 09/23/07 12:36 PM
The sixth Tools of the Trade Tip is on how to do mobile printing and scanning.
My car is my fourth office.  I can print and scan and email from my car using wireless internet, an HP Photosmart 4100 series printer/scanner, and a AC/DC car adapter.
While not as portable as some of the … (2 comments)

buy a home: Tools of the Trade Tip 5 - 09/22/07 11:23 AM
The fifth Tools of the Trade Tip is on how to edit the photos you take of your homes.  I use Corel's Paint Shop Pro XI.  Paint Shop Pro (PSP) got bought out by Corel a few years ago and Corel continues PSP's annual upgrade.  There has just been a new … (0 comments)

buy a home: Tools of the Trade Tip 4 - 09/21/07 01:28 AM
The fourth Tools of the Trade Tip is on how to get access to the office computer when I am out of the office.  Sure, you could get rid of the office computer and just take your laptop with you wherever you go.  However, if you are not yet to that … (6 comments)

buy a home: Tools of the Trade Tip 3 - 09/20/07 12:08 AM
The third Tools of the Trade Tip is on how to get flyers made.  A lot of my business involves helping my clients understand the market, understand the processes and systems involved in buying a home and selling a home.  Lawrence Kansas Real Estate is no different than any other area … (1 comments)

buy a home: Tools of the Trade Tip 2 - 09/19/07 11:48 PM
The second Tools of the Trade Tip is on how to get web pages that you create and photos and documents you need to share uploaded to a website.
CoffeeCup FTP is a FREE trial program that can be downloaded at http://www.coffeecup.com/software that you can use to see if you like it.  … (3 comments)

buy a home: Tools of the Trade Tip 1 - 09/19/07 11:31 PM
The first Tools of the Trade Tip is on how to get various documents into .pdf files.  I have had lenders, appraisers, title companies, and other industry related professionals send me documents which could not be opened.
PDF stands for Portable Document Format and is a universal format that preserves most if … (1 comments)

buy a home: Home Values , Sell a home , buy a home , search homes for sale , understanding the real estate market - 09/19/07 07:34 PM
THE REAL ESTATE LIFELINE
Selling or Buying a Home
By: Maggie Griffin, Realtor,
Search Homes For Sale  or get the current market value of your home at :
http://www.maggiegriffinhomes.com 
As we approach the fall market, we have to keep in mind of the several advantages buyers and sellers of this market have with the several … (0 comments)

buy a home: Who Knew? I thought "blogging" was a bad word. - 09/19/07 06:33 PM

Today I have a better understanding of blogging.  I've made several attempts in the past to blog on this website and others.   However, today as a member of Century 21 Sundance Realty's WOW Group, led by fellow Active Rainer, Midori Miller, I have been enlightened.  I now have a clue regarding spacing, linking, … (9 comments)

buy a home: Windows Keyboard Shortcuts to Help You - 09/18/07 10:36 PM
Ever deleted some text accidently and wished there was a way to get it back?  You will want to read this whole blog to find out how a couple of key strokes will restore what you accidently deleted in most instances.
While most pc users know what CTRL-A, CTRL-C, CTRL-V, and CTRL-X do, … (0 comments)

buy a home: Windows Keys' Shortcuts to Help You - 09/17/07 01:14 AM
Whether you are looking at my http://www.letrobdoit.com/ website or writing me an email or reading my newsletter on the Lawrence Kansas Real Estate market, Windows keys' shortcuts will help you navigate between windows, help you find something on your computer, and many other things.
The Windows key appears in different locations on … (9 comments)

buy a home: August 2007 MLS Stats for Shawnee County Kansas Real Estate - Homes that SOLD - 09/14/07 09:17 PM
Home sales are slowing down now and should continue to do so for the rest of the year and into the start of 2008 until the first good weather weekend in January or February.
August 2007 brought the sale of 329 Shawnee County Kansas area homes; way down from last month's SOLD homes.
Average SOLD … (0 comments)

buy a home: Celebraing our 6th year! American Homes Real Estate, Simi branch office - 09/14/07 06:13 PM
Located at 4511 Alamo Street, American Homes Real Estate is celebrating it's 6 th year at it's present Simi Valley location.  Helping both Buyers and Sellers save time and money, American Homes lists homes for only a 1% fee, while Sellers receive Full Service!  Additionally, Buyers represented by American Homes receive … (0 comments)

 
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