home value: Don't Overlook The Garage When Getting Your Home Ready To Sell - 10/10/08 08:32 PM
There's a lot of talk about curb appeal being the driving force drawing buyers into your home. It makes sense. If the house looks a mess from the outside, what buyer would want to set foot inside?
Well, maybe your house isn't quite a mess. You have taken the time … (0 comments)
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home value: Enhance Your Real Estate And Increase Its Value. - 10/09/08 10:13 PM
It doesn't matter if you live in Boulder Colorado or any other part of the country and it doesn't matter if you're a homeowner, buyer, seller, fix and flipper, or part time re-modeler. Knowing what makes property value go up or down is important to maximize your return on every dollar … (0 comments)
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home value: Inquiry - Impact of Fire on Home Value - 10/09/08 12:40 PM
When our power was restored after the outage caused by Hurricane Gustav, a fire started in our attic. The local fire departments were on the scene quickly and managed to save the home. Thankfully, there was noone injured as they fought the fire and we were not home when the fire started … (5 comments)
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home value: Don't Buy a Home! Rent ! - 10/08/08 10:31 AM
I am a real estate broker/agent. I make my living helping people buy and sell Real Estate in the greater Phoenix and Scottsdale area.
The first rule of Real Estate 101 taught to new agents is to ask "Why Rent when you can own?"
Traditionally, and especially in the past 10 … (15 comments)
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home value: DONOHUE IS TOP RIDGEWOOD NJ LISTING AGENT FOR FIRST HALF OF 2008 - 10/07/08 11:03 PM
Aloysius Donohue is Ridgewood's #1 listing agent for the second consecutive quarter, a Marron Gildea & Donohue spokesperson announced recently.
"It's quite a feat to be ranked at, or very near, the top month after month and year after year. Especially when you consider that there are 330+ licensed realtors … (10 comments)
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home value: Markets Have Shifted. What Will You do About it? - 10/06/08 07:38 PM
Is there a giant echoing canyon where your savings account/retirement account/college fund used to be? You bet your dollar store there is! As Americans, we watch and wait with bated breath to see what the next national monetary move is, only to gasp as the move shows lateral, with no real … (0 comments)
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home value: Responding to a question about transit and housing prices - 10/06/08 12:57 PM
Today, I received this question in my email inbox from someone who had contacted me via AR. Here is the question and my reply. I'm also going to put a little more commentary on here too since I realized that I may not have answered his question entirely in my first … (0 comments)
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home value: SherwoodMLS.com - The Intelligent New Way to Search for ALL Sherwood Oregon Real Estate - 10/05/08 09:23 PM
Have you ever noticed when you're shopping for real estate online you'll find pages and pages of relevant and irrelevant information, and it can be several clicks before you even find what you're looking for? I know. Many of us even bookmark places in our favorites and it just becomes … (2 comments)
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home value: Do you negotiate your commission? - 10/04/08 12:36 PM
"You can't sell the house if you don't have the listing," says one of my co-workers. True. But how far do we go? There's 2 different ways to "buy" a listing--a seller's price and our price. Either way, neither really works in the end.
When we buy a listing based upon … (5 comments)
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home value: What's a house worth? - 10/02/08 01:37 PM
Ultimately, a home is worth what someone will pay for it.
Everything else is an estimation of value. A house is NOT worth: what you paid for it, or what you owe on it, or what you need to get for it, or what you have invested in it. It is … (0 comments)
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home value: "A Market Snapshot Customized Especially for You", Offered by Www.TampaHomeWiz.com, Brian C. Russell, Keller Williams South Tampa - 09/29/08 11:46 PM
I am extremely excited to offer my valued clients and customers the most up-to-date, and comprehensive market snapshot in the industry, and it is only available to you at Www.TampaHomeWiz.com!
My market snapshot takes customized data, based on the unique characteristics of your home, and shows you current information on homes … (0 comments)
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home value: "A Market Snapshot Customized Especially for You", Offered by Www.TampaHomeWiz.com, Brian C. Russell, Keller Williams South Tampa - 09/29/08 11:43 PM
I am extremely excited to offer my valued clients and customers the most up-to-date, and comprehensive market snapshot in the industry, and it is only available to you at Www.TampaHomeWiz.com!
My market snapshot takes customized data, based on the unique characteristics of your home, and shows you current information on homes … (0 comments)
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home value: SHOULD I BUY A HOME NOW or SEE IF PRICES DROP MORE? www.SKIPtheBULL.com - 09/29/08 07:28 AM
I get asked this almost every day! What I tell my buyers is you need to decide that for yourself. If you buy a home that is going to be your primary residence and you plan to live in it for a few years then it shouldn't matter if it drops … (0 comments)
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home value: Santa Clara County property taxes - 09/27/08 01:20 AM
Under Santa Clara County Proposition 8 you may be eligible for temporary tax relief.
What is Proposition 8? When the fair market value of real estate home is lower than the assessed value - Proposition 8 allows the Santa Clara County Assessor to temporarily reduce the assessed value of real … (3 comments)
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home value: Willow Glen California, Annual Italian Family Festa - 09/26/08 09:07 AM
The annual Italian Family Festa is happening on Saturday ~ September 27, 2008 and Sunday ~ September 28, 2008 in Downtown Willow Glen in San Jose California. This event will be kicked off by the Willow Glen Founder's Day Parade which starts at the corner of Lincoln & Code Avenue on … (0 comments)
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home value: Willow Glen California, Willow Glen Founder’s Day Parade - 09/26/08 08:45 AM
The Willow Glen Founder's Day Parade will be held on Saturday ~ September 27, 2008. The parade will start at 10:30am at the corner of Lincoln & Coe Avenue in Willow Glen and proceed down Lincoln Avenue to Willow Street.
Many Willow Glen organizations and organizations from surrounding Willow Glen areas … (0 comments)
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home value: Selling a Home During the Fall Season - 09/22/08 06:50 PM
Listen to this Podcast - Sherwood Oreogn & Surrounding Areas... "Lets Talk Real Estate"
Selling a home during the Fall season sets the perfect stage to make your guests fall in love!
Did you know "Today, September 22nd" marks the first day … (7 comments)
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home value: Sherwood Oregon Real Estate Report - Get Your Monday Market Minute & Home Value Report - 09/22/08 03:25 AM
Sherwood Oregon Monday Market Report
September, 22nd 2008
(Actual RMLS & Market Statistics)
You only have a quick minute for a market update? No problem. Here's the most important facts for a quick review -
Do you have 10 minutes? Great, we have a full detail "Home Value Report" for your … (0 comments)
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home value: Your Homes Value... - 09/20/08 10:09 AM
People often wonder how the "value" is determined by different sources like the buyers, lenders, appraisers, and the tax assessors - Hopefully this short video will help explain how each view your homes value! It's sure to bring a smile to your face! It truly explains some of the problems … (2 comments)
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home value: Feeling the Zillow love... - 09/19/08 10:54 PM
Yesterday, my partner and I went to a function put on by Zillow. It was called their "open house" and they called it that purposely in a way to tie in to the people who were invited... namely, real estate agents. For those of you on AR that aren't familiar with … (7 comments)
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home value: Cupertino California Market Trends ~ August 2008 - 09/19/08 06:54 PM
Cupertino is located in Santa Clara County ~ California. Cupertino is the home of 95014 Zip Code. Cupertino homes are highly desired for the Cupertino schools. Cupertino home values continue to hold strong. There are many homes for sale in Cupertino California.
Property Type: Single Family Homes ~ Cupertino California
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home value: Santa Teresa California Market Trends ~ August 2008 - 09/19/08 06:24 PM
Santa Teresa is located in San Jose ~ Santa Clara County ~ California. Santa Teresa is the home of 95119 Zip Code and 95138 Zip Code. Second to Blossom Valley California Santa Teresa offers great home values and many homes for sale in Santa Teresa California. San Jose is known as … (0 comments)
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home value: ASSESSMENT OF A HOUSE VS ITS VALUE: YOU CAN SAVE $$$$$ - 09/16/08 10:29 PM
Assessments may be accurate in some towns, but not around here. Buyers are still looking at assessed values to make their offers. I know towns have their guidelines on when they issue new assessments, but owners can go into their town halls and request abatements.
Now is the time to … (0 comments)
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home value: Watch Out and Read Carefully - 09/16/08 08:54 PM
I received an official-looking document in the mail recently. The letter, addressed to me, cited my Tax Parcel number with my home address and informed me that since I acquired my home between 2003 and 2007, it is likely that my assessment could be reduced and I would then begin paying … (1 comments)
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home value: San Fernando Real Estate Home Value Requests finished City names followed by 911.com - 09/15/08 04:58 PM
I have finally finished this resource that is powered by those nice folks at Top Producer Systems. Danny Valdez also put this together after I had the idea.
So together, we make quite a team that gives our Sellers, whether Banks and their Asset Managers, or our past clients, their referrals, … (1 comments)
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home value: Home Sales Increased In Value In Lake County CA - 09/14/08 12:02 AM
By Ray Perry
LAKE COUNTY, CA-Home sales increased 15.8 percent in July in Lake County compared with the same period a year ago, while the median price of an existing home fell 25.9 percent, the Lake County Multiple Listing Serves (MLS) reported.
"Sales improved significantly in July 2008," said California … (0 comments)
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home value: In Lake County California Property Values What Does The Government Takeover Mean to You? - 09/13/08 11:35 PM
On Sunday September 7, 2008 at 11:00 AM the Treasury Secretary of the United States announced that the government will be taking Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac into conservatorship.
The first thing to understand is that conservatorship simply means control. Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, also known as agencies, are … (0 comments)
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home value: San Antonio: Add Value to Your Home with Landscaping - 09/12/08 12:30 PM
Landscaping can add to the value of your home. Here are some ideas to implement:
• *Do use plants that are native to the San Antonio area. They will survive best.
• Do get a professional landscape plan. Implement your design one phase at a time.
• Do add a covered patio. It … (5 comments)
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home value: Replacement cost vs. Market value - 09/10/08 10:05 AM
I often get asked the difference between replacement cost for insurance and the market value for a home being resold. Since I know this is a question/concern out there I thought that I would write about it. Replacement cost is the cost it is estimated to take to put that house … (11 comments)
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home value: Selling Your Baltimore County Real Estate - Home Showing Tips from a Local Top Real Estate Agent - 09/10/08 05:20 AM
There are many Baltimore County Maryland homes for sale on the real estate market right now. Before you decide to place your Baltimore County Home out there for the world to see in today's real estate market, you had better make sure that it is in TIP TOP SHAPE for ALL potential showing. … (0 comments)
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home value: Selling Your Harford County Real Estate - Home Showing Tips from a Local Top Real Estate Agent - 09/10/08 05:19 AM
There are many Harford County Maryland homes for sale on the real estate market right now. Before you decide to place your Harford County Home out there for the world to see in today's real estate market, you had better make sure that it is in TIP TOP SHAPE for ALL … (0 comments)
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home value: Westchester Home selling tips - 09/07/08 09:37 AM
The Fall market is a great opportunity and season for home sellers. If you are thinking about listing your home for sale this fall, you should really consider your approach to make your home stand out. Maybe your home recently expired and you are taking a few months to perform … (0 comments)
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home value: Atlantic City Metro Area Home Value Change Map - 09/06/08 07:39 AM
Here is another map I found on Zillow that is great at showing an overall picture of home value changes. If you think that your home's value has changed and want to know for sure please call me at 609-916-7342 ext 704 and I will provide a complementary market analysis for … (0 comments)
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home value: 556 Arrowhead Dr. Lawrence, Ks 66049 - 09/04/08 10:43 AM
The new modern look of stone veneer is so appealing. There are many different types to choose from and it is much less expensive to apply than real stone. Below is a great example of how to use stone veneer when remodeling or building a new home.
Lawrence Kansas Real … (0 comments)
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home value: HELOC Lenders Trampling Regulation Z - 09/04/08 10:27 AM
Numerous consumer complaints regarding freezing or reducing the available credit on HELOC's or home equity lines of credit have gotten the attention of the Treasury Department, the FDIC and the OTS or Office of Thrift Supervision, a branch of the Treasury Department.
As home values in many areas continue to … (0 comments)
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home value: Lawrence Kansas Farm Homes For Sale Horse Cattle Properties Pond - 09/02/08 12:51 PM
http://www.realestateshows.com/317708 is a 20 acre working farm Lawrence Kansas property with a pond, a waterfall pond, perfect for horses and or cattle, plus a custom built home.
Sometimes buyers have a hard time finding homes for sale that meet their search criteria. While the following links should get a person started, buyers … (0 comments)
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home value: Lawrence Kansas Real Estate Homes For Sale - 09/02/08 12:39 PM
This 1982 built farm home really has all the details and is just south of Lawrence, Kansas. On more than 20 acres, there are 2 acres of woods, 18 of pasture, a pond, a creek, two barns, and multiple fruit trees. The house has three bedrooms, but extra bedrooms could easily … (0 comments)
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home value: Thanks Top Producer Systems for your Market Snapshot and Market Builder - 09/02/08 09:11 AM
What a blessing Top Producer and their products have been. I went into it kicking and screaming, but have now embraced it and started to use it to help prospective clients.
So much so that if you type in any city (we actively work) followed by a 911.com you will be taken … (2 comments)
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home value: CAPITAL GAINS U.S. INCOME TAX LAW CHANGED ON SALE OF HOME ALSO USED PART TIME AS A RENTAL - EFFECTIVE JANUARY 1, 2009 - 08/28/08 12:54 PM
OUR CAPITAL GAINS U.S. INCOME TAX LAW HAS CHANGED REGARDING SALE OF A HOME OR RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY, WHICH WAS ALSO USED PART OF THE TIME AS A RENTAL.
EFFECTIVE JANUARY 1, 2009
U.S. Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008. Section 3092 of this Act Sets Forth the New Rules.
This amends … (0 comments)
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home value: Charlotte North Carolina and the Lake Norman Area...What Value! - 08/27/08 09:33 AM
Hi and welcome to the Lake Norman area just 20 minutes outside of Charlotte NC, It's just a great way of living. The land is adorned with the Color of flowers and the fragrance is indescribable. I tell you really have to take a breath and take it all in. Now … (0 comments)
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home value: 3724 Pinnacle Court, Lawrence, KS - 08/26/08 10:30 PM
The music in this real estate video is so beautiful that every time it ends I want to start it over just so I can hear it again.
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home value: Are you oblivious to the market value of your home? - 08/24/08 11:16 PM
According to a recent survey conducted by Harris Interactive with over 1300 homeowners, many don’t feel that their property has been affected by the weakened housing market and actually feel that their home has increased in value.
Two out of three homeowners think the value of their home … (8 comments)
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home value: Market Snapshots Everywhere - with Home Value to Drink - 08/18/08 01:31 PM
We have been telling you about one of our most famous products when it comes to finding true home value and community with school reports. We have placed this resource at:
http://HomeValue911.com
When you go to that portal you will find all four widgets that pull their data from four different … (0 comments)
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home value: 1101 W. 13th Terrace, Eudora, Kansas - 08/15/08 06:54 PM
I love the openness of being outside, so when I can walk into a home with several large windows, high vaulted ceilings and well-planned large spaces it is very similar to being outside and it makes me feel content. As I get older, I'm starting to notice things like humidity and … (2 comments)
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home value: Michael Phelps - Congratulations from Baltimore County Maryland! - 08/15/08 07:24 AM
DEAR MICHAEL PHELPS,
WHAT CAN I SAY, YOU ARE ABSOLUTELY INCREDIBLE! I know I speak for EVERYONE back home in BALTIMORE COUNTY, MARYLAND when I say CONGRATULATIONS ON YOUR 6 GOLD MEDALS! We are ALL just so proud of you and wish you continued success! I truly hope that they do something amazing … (13 comments)
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home value: Home Value Calculator- Value of a typical home in Cary NC vs San Diego, NY, Buffalo - 08/10/08 08:42 AM
What does the government think your home is worth?
The Office of Federal Housing Enterprise Oversight has a Home Value Calculator to give an estimate.
I've used this calculator to look at a typical home bought in the first quarter of 2000 for 200,000 in the Raleigh Cary area and what … (2 comments)
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home value: Assessed or Appraised - are you confused? - 08/09/08 07:50 AM
A note to Listing Agents
Why do you advertise that your home is listed 30, 40, 50 or even 100K below "Assessed value"?
It just amazes me that you do this. We all know that the Assessed value of a home is for Tax purposes. Are you confusing Assessed vs Appraised value? … (24 comments)
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home value: THE SMART WAY TO LOOK AT HOME IMPROVEMENTS - 08/06/08 02:11 PM
What home improvements really pay off when the time comes to sell your house?That's an important question for any homeowner contemplating moving or remodeling. And the only possible answer is a somewhat complicated one.
That answer starts with the fact that really major improvements - room additions, total replacements … (0 comments)
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home value: The Trouble with Mortgages - 08/04/08 08:28 PM
Have you been looking for a new home lately? If you are one of the lower numbers of Americans looking for a new home and a new mortgage, you might be in for a surprise. New mortgages have gotten more difficult to secure as the housing sector fights to eliminate the … (0 comments)
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home value: Immaculate Country Living in a Newer Farm Home outside Lawrence, KS - 08/03/08 06:17 PM
Dilemma: What do you do when your Real Estate in Lawrence, KS has a plethora of selling points?
This 1982 built farm home really has all the details and is just south of Lawrence, Kansas. On more than 20 acres, there are 2 acres of woods, 18 of pasture, a pond, … (7 comments)
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home value: The Gold Rush turns into A Deep Dark Pit...but there's hope. - 08/01/08 05:49 AM
We all want that chance of a lifetime, that opportunity to strike it rich and be able to pay down our debt, send the children to college or go on a great vacation.
Daily living doesn't always provide those opportunities. In Fact it rarely does, often people find themselves taking loans … (0 comments)
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home value: PRICE IT RIGHT OR IT WON'T APPRAISE--SIMPLE AS THAT--For Seller's, TOO! - 07/25/08 06:26 PM
REALTORS: You've just written an offer. You've got it accepted. It's in escrow. The lender begins the loan process.
....In the "good old days" (a few years ago), a buyer's lender would send out "their" own appraisers and in a couple of days they'd get back an APPRAISAL. One that stated the home … (4 comments)
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home value: An Example of How Geology Can Impact Your Home's Value - 07/22/08 07:11 AM
It should be obvious, but many people don't think about the fact that real estate is defined by geology. This is because geology defines the value of location. The value of a location equals price. Thus an educated real estate owner and buyer should educate himself about the geologic features of … (0 comments)
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home value: Be "In" with the In-Law Crowd - 07/17/08 11:42 AM
With the generations getting older, health care costs on the rise and the real estate market at a virtual standstill, many people are considering adding an in-law suite to their home as a nice guest room alternative or a permanent residence for our elderly relatives. Not only does the addition of … (2 comments)
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home value: Woodland Hills California Real Estate - Sellers Add Value To Your Home - 07/14/08 12:27 PM
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home value: Get instant complete Market Report of your Home - 07/13/08 02:33 PM
Just bought this new tool that will give any of my clients/customer to get a complete market snapshot. As always I like to take into consideration my visitors may not want to give complete details that OK all it needs is valid email address to email you the report.
Just Fill … (1 comments)
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home value: Open letter and information for homeowners seeking to sell their homes... - 07/11/08 02:34 PM
Dear Homeowner,
As you may already know, selling your home in today's market can be difficult. We would like to share with you how we can help you sell your property faster and for the right price.
An independent professional appraisal can shorten your time-to-sale and make sale negotiations easier. It can give … (0 comments)
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home value: I Hate the News! - 07/10/08 06:14 PM
Foreclosure filings continue to rise as a "combination of weak housing sales, falling home values, tighter mortgage lending criteria and a slowing U.S. economy has left financially strapped homeowners with few options to avoid foreclosure."
US foreclosure filings surge 53 percent in June
In fact, ... According to RealtyTrac, … (6 comments)
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home value: The Senate Tries to Save the Real Estate Market - 07/08/08 11:46 PM
Although it has been in the works for years, a rescue package for the housing market is finally in the works. Many pieces of the package have been debated by Congress for years, hence the delay, the grouping is now on hand to move towards its completion.
However, due to these … (0 comments)
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home value: How much is my home worth? - 07/08/08 10:23 PM
The question that is on everyone's lips. The answer, every time, is "It depends." What does it depend on? A few things. First, what has sold in your area. That is the number one factor of your home's value. Yes, your friends and neighbors can raise or lower the price … (0 comments)
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home value: Wall Street Journal: New Agreement to Help Home Owners - 07/08/08 03:56 PM
I came across this article in the Wall Street Journal today, New Agreement Could Mean More Help for Homeowners. The article discusses the new agreement among the firms in the Treasury Department-backed Hope Now alliance to give borrowers more options to stay in their homes.
It left me thinking, … (0 comments)
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home value: Don't Become Obsessed With Online Home Value Estimators - 07/05/08 03:03 PM
On the internet there is a medical site where people can ask questions of doctors. In the past I used to read some of the questions and the responses from the medical personnel. However, not matter what the answers were, the doctors and the site were very quick to indicate … (1 comments)
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home value: 705 N. Huntington Court, Lawrence, KS 66049 - 07/04/08 11:23 PM
I remember the first time I encountered a roundabout while driving (in Lawrence, nonetheless). Somehow, my driver's education course in high school neglected to properly instruct me on the proper technique of maneuverment within one. I slowly circled the loop and missed my turn. Not wanting to look foolish, I took … (2 comments)
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home value: Harford County Homes For Sale - OPEN HOUSE SUNDAY 7/13/08 - 913 Towson Drive - Abingdon - 1PM - 3PM - 07/04/08 07:09 PM
OPEN SUNDAY 7/13/08 FROM 1:00PM - 3:00PM SINGLE FAMILY HOME IN HARFORD COUNTY
913 Towson Drive - MLS # HR6727736HARFORD COUNTY, MARYLANDABINDON (21009)
OFFERED AT $325,000
Featuring!Bedrooms: 4Bathrooms: 2 FULL
DESCRIPTION: ABSOLUTELY STUNNING! This Home is one of the largest splits … (0 comments)
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home value: Baltimore County Homes For Sale - OPEN HOUSE SUNDAY 7/13/08 - 2618 Burridge Road - Parkville - 12PM - 2PM - 07/04/08 07:04 PM
INTRODUCING 2618 BURRIDGE ROAD SINGLE FAMILY HOME IN BALTIMORE COUNTY
OPEN HOUSE SUNDAY 7/13/08 12:00PM - 2:00PM
2618 Burridge Road - MLS # BC6751693BALTIMORE COUNTY, MARYLANDPARKVILLE (21234)
OFFERED AT $254,900
Featuring!Bedrooms: 3Bathrooms: 1 FULL
DESCRIPTION: COMPLETELY UPDATED RANCHER! Here's your chance to own a single family home at a town house price! This home has recently … (0 comments)
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home value: Get More from the House You’re Stuck With - 07/02/08 11:53 PM
You want a bigger and better home. However, with the current housing market the way that it is, you might not be able to sell your house for what you want. There are homeowners that have spent billions of dollars renovating their homes during the better times. Many home investors see … (0 comments)
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home value: State of the San Mateo Housing Market - 07/02/08 10:27 PM
As May comes to a close, let’s take a look at the current state of the San Mateo County, California, real estate market.
While the media continues to depict the Mid-Peninsula (and rest of the U.S.) as a faltering market, the stats show a different story. San Mateo County … (0 comments)
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home value: Understanding the Home Appraisal Process - 07/01/08 02:11 PM
Consumers are often baffled by the home appraisal process. They feel their nest is worth a certain dollar amount, and therefore, the appraised value doesn't make sense to them. It is important to know that appraisal guidelines are dictated by the lenders. In many states, the lenders must disclose the … (0 comments)
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home value: Will Home Owners Insurance Protect Your Home in a Storm? - 06/30/08 10:21 PM
The news has been filled with stories on environmental disasters lately. As more and more storms roll over the country, citizens in the coastal communities and in the Midwest alike are asking the same question: Is my house safe? And if not, will my home owners insurance cover me for my … (0 comments)
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home value: Is Zillow Helpful to the Consumer and the Realtor - 06/25/08 01:54 AM
Zillow is a great place for consumers who are looking to find a home, especially in the beginning of their searches. It allows them to find out information about homes and a puts range pricing at their finger tips. It is an important key to the consumers search, since 80% of … (1 comments)
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home value: Too Many 'For-Sale' Signs on street in Paradise Valley? – A good thing ? - 06/20/08 03:16 PM
Can a lot of homes for sale in the same neighborhood or same street ever be a good thing??
Sometimes, Yes! Let me explain....
Earlier this morning, I was showing a client a home for sale in Paradise Valley; a wonderful and exclusive township adjacent Scottsdale.
This home was everything … (4 comments)
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home value: TIPS YOU CAN USE: ARE THE LIMITS OF INSURANCE FOR YOUR HOME ACCURATE? - 06/20/08 11:42 AM
TIPS YOU CAN USE: ARE THE LIMITS OF INSURANCE FOR YOUR HOME ACCURATE?
Is the amount of property insurance on your home correct? What is theappropriate amount of coverage for your home? To begin with, it should beinsured for at least 80 percent of its replacement cost when covered undera standard … (2 comments)
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home value: Closer Look at Twin Cities Foreclosure/Short Sale Market—Homeowners Retain More Equity - 06/18/08 12:02 PM
Most media reports have been exclaiming the double digit drop in housing values in the Minneapolis/St. Paul metro area since the beginning of 2008. The RMLS numbers showed a drastic decline in the values of homes from Anoka to Ramsey to Washington Counties. It seemed that no area in the 13 … (23 comments)
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home value: What does an appraiser do? How much is my home worth? - 06/16/08 08:49 PM
They do research based on your property as to size, number of bedrooms, number of bathrooms, year built, lot size, and square footage. They gather data of recent sales in your neighborhood. The appraiser has to locate three similar sized homes which (here is the key) have sold in the neighborhood within … (10 comments)
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home value: How Are Home Values Determined? - 06/16/08 07:11 AM
I thought I might provide some insight on How Home Values Are Determined. Everyone who owns a home typically likes particular aspects of that home. But these likes and dislikes have less to do with value that you might think, so let me give you some value-thoughts to chew on:
Value … (8 comments)
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home value: Rhinebeck NY Real Estate Market Report - May 08 - 06/08/08 07:00 PM
As the weather gets warmer it seems there are more closed sales. This is the trend we would like to see for the rest of the year. Active listings ranged from $165,000. - $2,600,000.
Below is the breakdown of real estate activities for your review
TOWN OF RHINEBECK REAL ESTATE REPORT … (2 comments)
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home value: Building The Equity In Your Home - 06/04/08 11:10 AM
Are you one of the many homeowners trying to build equity in your home? If so, there are many ways you can do this and raise the value of your home.
First, you should know that cosmetic things like new carpet, landscaping or new paint will not raise the value of your home. … (1 comments)
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home value: Los Angeles County - Property tax savings due to decline in value - 06/03/08 05:05 PM
Your property tax may go down due to the value review of Los Angeles County Homes.
Los Angeles Country Assessor Rick Auerbach announced that a decline in value review of homes in LA County was completed. Because of the decline in the real estate market, review was done to assure properly … (3 comments)
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home value: Interesting Real Estate Tid-Bits - 06/02/08 04:56 PM
While I mostly deal with commercial real estate, I like to know what is going on in the housing market as well. Today's news had two interesting articles that I enjoyed reading.
First, Reuters has an interesting article about the residential real estate market in Stockton, CA. Stockton is about an … (0 comments)
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home value: South Jordan, UT Real Estate Market Statistics 84095 - 06/02/08 12:06 PM
South Jordan Real Estate
We here at South Jordan Realty continuously monitor local real estate statistics to keep our clients informed and ahead of the real estate trends. Below you will find South Jordan real estate statistics for the week of May 26, 2008.
Total number of homes currently for sale in South … (0 comments)
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home value: An Old Fashioned Way of Determining Value of a Home - 06/02/08 01:42 AM
Value of housing has many variants. The value of a certain home is determined by lots of factors specific to that property. It's difficult to asign economic value to each of these factors. This is especially true when buyers and sellers do not not have complete information about each factor. Some … (6 comments)
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home value: Reviewing The Landscape - 05/28/08 10:35 AM
Spring and summer are the best times for homeowners to start preparing their landscape before they put their home on the market. Buyers with kids love a good looking yard for their kids to play in.
Landscaping, also known as "curb appeal", is the first thing buyers notice when pull up … (0 comments)
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home value: Easy do-it-yourself repairs for homeowners - 05/27/08 10:26 PM
The best way to cut down on the potentially high cost of home maintenance is to tackle the simple jobs on your own. Here are some basic repairs that you should be able to handle without too much difficulty:
Plugged Sinks- Pull out and clean the sink stopper. If … (0 comments)
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home value: UNDER CONTRACT!! 3204 Sherwood Dr. Lawrence, KS - 05/27/08 09:53 PM
UNDER CONTRACT!!
These people remodeled many things in their home. My favorite addition is the new dining room. I love the hardwood floors next to the wooden table. While watching this video, if you want to be challenged, find both the mirrors (20 pts.) find the carnival glass (21 pts.) find … (3 comments)
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home value: UNDER CONTRACT!!! 3204 Sherwood Dr. Lawrence, KS - 05/24/08 05:38 PM
UNDER CONTRACT!!!
I would really like to spend Memorial Day weekend in this quiet, peaceful place. I would just take with me a long book and a large drink and enjoy the vacation time.
Peaceful Home
3204 Sherwood Dr, Lawrence, KS 66049 View Map
Come home to a lush garden of … (1 comments)
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home value: How Competitive is the Current Market? - 05/22/08 09:03 AM
There are many factors that will determine how fast and at what price a home will sell: age, condition, location and price. A significant yet often overlooked factor in a buyer's market is also the inventory of homes, and the rate of absorption in the market.
Inventory is important because it … (0 comments)
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home value: 10 Cheap Fixes To Boost Your Home's Value!Layla El Said, RE/MAX Suburban, Schaumburg - 05/21/08 03:52 PM
Short on cash but ready to renovate? Think new door handles, not new doors, and spiffed-up appliance fronts, not new appliances.
By Teri Cettina, Bankrate.com
Looking for ways to spruce up your home without putting yourself in the poorhouse? Whether you're getting ready to sell your home or want to spiff … (0 comments)
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home value: Home Ownership Just Became More Affordable - 05/18/08 10:16 PM
Coming into the month of May the biggest concern for the US economy was the grim outlook many economist had on inflation. Inflation was expected to push mortgage rates higher and slow an already slow US housing market.
However, economic reports have been coming in better than expected week after week. … (0 comments)
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home value: Raising Your Home's Value - 05/16/08 11:13 AM
Whether getting ready to sell or bolstering your home's appearance - follow these tips for the most bang for your buck!
Let your Bath Sparkle - Updating is key here, but even simple changes like new flooring, mirrors and lighting can add to the bottom line. Repaint walls, cabinets and … (1 comments)
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home value: UNDER CONTRACT: 4708 McCormick St. Lawrence, KS - 05/13/08 08:34 PM
This home is a great example for satisfying the Top 10 Buyer Wants:
1. Central air conditioning
2. Garage (2 or more spaces)
3. Walk-in closet in master bedroom
4. Backyard/play area
5. Cable/Satellite TV-ready
6. High speed Internet access
7. Separate shower enclosure in master/main bath
8. Patio
9. Fencing … (2 comments)
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home value: RENTED!!!! But I've Got More. 4089 Kingman Dr, Grantville, KS 66429 - 05/12/08 08:59 PM
RENTED!!!! But I've Got More at www.YouWantHouses.com
All of the potato buds were sold out at our grocery store this year because so many people are worried about the economy and are planting their own gardens. Save money at the grocery store by growing your own fruit at home with … (8 comments)
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home value: Having Trouble Selling Your San Mateo County Home? - 05/07/08 12:29 PM
I’ve been talking a lot lately to buyers on this blog. The fact is that it’s a good time to be a buyer and not such a great time to be a seller. That said, you can still sell your home at a good price, in a reasonable time frame … (1 comments)
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home value: What is an appraisal and why do I need one? - 04/30/08 11:50 PM
The appraisal is a vital part of the real estate purchase process and one of the least understood aspects of real estate. Within the context of the home purchase and sale, an appraisal is a risk analysis for the lender. The buyer’s lender uses an appraisal to determine whether there is … (0 comments)
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home value: SAVE BIG REAL ESTATE FORMS - 04/28/08 07:10 PM
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home value: Appraisal Lower Than The Purchase Price? - 04/24/08 01:14 PM
Uh oh! What happens if after you've made an offer on a house and you're now working with your lender and their appraiser came in with a value less than the purchase price?
This has happened on many occasions and hopefully your agent has put in the contract a provision that deals … (4 comments)
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home value: Lies, Damn Lies, and the Price per/sf method of estimating home values - 04/23/08 11:26 PM
I get calls regularly from unhappy realtors telling me that I must be wrong on my value, because 5 other homes sold in this neighborhood that were $125 per/sf. This always cracks me up, because why even pay for an appraisal if it were that simple? "Okay, I've pulled up all … (3 comments)
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home value: Home value websites - 04/23/08 11:24 PM
I often get told by homeowners, "I looked at Zillow (or Housevalues.com, or similar) and it said my house is worth (x)". While I will admit that the values have improved over the past few years (I've been monitoring my own house since Zillow came online), they are still typically only good … (7 comments)
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home value: KIds, College, Poets and The Comfort of Home - 04/19/08 08:05 PM
We help people buy houses. More importantly, we help people make homes.
My son came home from college this weekend. While we were making pizzas and having a beer in the kitchen we talked about his classes and his student teaching. He said one of his new favorite authors is Maya Angelou. … (1 comments)
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home value: Santa Clarita Real Estate - REMAX Market Snapshot by The 911 Team - 04/18/08 07:19 AM
Build it and they will come. Words to live by. There are a lot of those out here in our midst that are playing a misleading game - Selling themselves by playing with the numbers and working from a "national" average. Example, you take numbers of licensed Real Estate Agents, just … (0 comments)
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home value: The Importance of Your San Mateo Home's Presentation - Home Staging - 04/12/08 07:32 PM
Great chefs know the importance of presentation - the same is true in real estate. Smart agents and sellers know a home will sell faster and for more money when it is presented smartly. In the business, it’s known as staging.
Studies show that homes that are staged sell in about … (0 comments)
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