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Here is a market summary comparing May of '07 to May of '08. The bad news is that median sale price has dropped by an average of 14.3%. On the other hand the numbers of sold units increased by 31.7% (more homes are selling). In fact the areas that have had the largest … (4 comments)
My wife reminded me that this is our normal month for the most rainfall and after all we had received earlier this spring, I had forgotten that fact. Watching those wet Iowa folks helping each other out in the flooded streets of their towns reminded me of how great American neighbors really … (2 comments)
Everytime I set out to purchase a property in the past one of the greatest concerns was how I was going to get my money to work for me better, and how could I get the best terms and Interest rate possible.
We've been spared, here in the lovely Midwest, from diving prices and panicking sellers, and greedy greedy buyers.
Here are 10 tips for a better move. 
As much as home stagers need coffee, I thought it would be interesting to write about what I think of Houston’s coffee choices. Basically, from what I’ve seen, it’s got Starbucks and McDonalds (I know there are probably more, but these have to be the most prominent.) Now, McDonalds is … (1 comments)
KC Improved HomeBuyers LLC is currently looking for a 20-100 unit Multi-Family property to purchase. Ideally we are interested in C class properties in larger metro areas in the Midwest. Brokers bring your problem properties with value-added opportunity. Prefer not to see run-down 100% vacant properties. We are looking for under-performing … (0 comments)
Recently because housing prices have dropped I have seen many renters jump back in as home owners. While I hate to see the real estate prices drop, I love to see these people afford a home again. During the "Boom", we saw many people go the other way and buy too much … (4 comments)
We are living in historical times involving the real estate industry! 
It is almost enough to make a person disbelieve in global warming. The winter of 2007/2008 seems like it will never end. Here, in Northern Illinois we have gotten extreme cold temperatures, then snow, then thawing, then more snow. It makes showing real estate real difficult. When taking buyers out, I've had to plod … (5 comments)
The Midwest, always a bastion of family & faith, has been the scene of several recent shootings. Since Christmas, there have been shootings leaving dead and/or injured in Northern Illinois University (DeKalb, Ill.); a Nebraska mall (Omaha, Ne.); a Lane Bryant store (Tinley Park, Ill.) and a city council meeting (Kirkwood, Missouri). … (2 comments)
Yes that's you! Most agents see you as a big target with a bullseye on your bank account.
I promised a Part 2, and I'm finally getting around to it. It's amazing just how busy the new year has proven to be. I'm encouraged and enthused that the market in our area appears to be looking up. That's always a good thing!
For all the new Realtors out there. Are you afraid of Cold Calling FSBO's?
Finally, we are getting some snow showers here in Charlottesville, VA, although nothing compared to the torrents in the Midwest!
Sometimes it is hard to get something for your money; however the plus $5 million properties may be a bargain for the right individuals.
October was a good month for our MLS - many people think Fall and Winter in the midwest are not the best months to list or sell properties but, one look at these numbers and you'll see that thought is outta here!
The Midwest has become a major "value play" for the savvy commercial real estate investor, located elsewhere in the country, who is looking for a better return on their hard earned investment dollars. The average capitalization ("CAP") rate, or ratio of first year annual net rent versus purchase price, is between … (4 comments)
Here's a quick update on housing, I've been asked a bunch lately, so thought I'd send it widely: 
August 24, 2007, Western La Crosse and South Eastern Minnesota have taken a hit with all the recent rains, flash floods and unexpected mudslides. The amazing and wonderful thing is how everyone bands together to help one another. Many of those homes are destroyed did not have flood insurance, there were … (4 comments)
We've seen the news and the massive flooding hitting the Midwest right now and have seen the damage on TV - damage that is already in the hundred of millions of dollars. Some of that rain came in through Chicago and due to all of the previous rain, the ground is very saturated … (2 comments)
Back in 1997, Alan Solomon, travel writer with the Chicago Tribune, declared Bayfield Wisconsin (on Lake Superior) to be the "Best Little Town in the Midwest". And after a recent visit to Bayfield in the Summer of 2007, Solomon has written that Bayfield "is still as special today as it was in 1997".
The National Realty News article from May 15, 2007 continues below..... 
Hudsonville, Michigan was ranked 11th in a business week pole for Best Affordable Suburbs: Midwest.
In the fourth quarter of 2006, Missouri had the sixth lowest cost of living in the United States and Kansas came in right behind that at number eight. I believe this is why we're seeing a mass exodus from the coastal states like California, Washington, Florida and all up and down both … (0 comments)
There you are sitting in your comfy chair in your favorite robe and fuzzy slippers, reading the real estate section of the paper. 
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Saint Louis Attractions
Hi all 
Shawnee KS ranked as a top Suburb by Newsweek. Fair Housing prices, low crime and good test scores propelled Shawnee to the top of the list. 
Has there ever been a time when you were involved in a real estate endeavor and thought you were on Candid Camera?