national: YOUR TICKET TO FREEDOM! - 07/07/08 10:10 PM
YOUR TICKET TO FREEDOM!
Are you eager to achieve FINANCIAL FREEDOM? The solution...one of the BIGGEST, BADDEST Training Event weekends to date! You have NINE-yes nine-opportunities, NEXT WEEKEND, to partake in this informative and motivating workshop! Join like-minded individuals, as YOU embark on a journey towards reaching the "AMERICAN DREAM." … (1 comments)
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national: DOWNTOWN DC ENJOYS HEALTHY ECONOMY DESPITE NATIONAL RECESSION - 06/30/08 04:19 PM
The Downtown DC Business Improvement District (BID) recently released its 2007 State of Downtown Report, which shows that the Downtown BID area's economy has remained surprisingly robust in the midst of international and national economic and financial hardships.
During 2007, visitors in the Downtown BID area hit an all time high … (0 comments)
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national: I wonder what it would be like if every Realtor had a Master plan - 06/30/08 02:50 PM
Let's face it... when we were making millions of dollars we were nuts with it, buying toys, enjoying life to the hilt, and one day, and yes, I believe we knew that day was coming, things went into a different direction. Call it recession, call it an adjustment, call it what … (8 comments)
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national: Hire a local Realtor. - 06/19/08 06:02 PM
It has never been more important to have a real estate professional represent you than in today's difficult market.
I was driving in White Plains today and saw a few homes listed by out of town agents. They were for the most part not correctly priced, and they will sit … (11 comments)
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national: McCain Town Hall Meeting Held At Burlington County College, New Jersey - 06/13/08 03:20 PM
McCain Introduced by Joe Lieberman at Burlington County NJ Town Hall MeetingGOP Presidential hopeful, John McCain, held a major Town Hall meeting at the Burlington County College (BCC) auditorium, a host to many past political events because of it's facilities and location.I was curious to see what McCain was like outside … (1 comments)
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national: Beige Book Released By Federal Reserve For June 2008 - 06/12/08 12:55 AM
The Federal Reserve recently published their latest issue of the Beige Book. It is available online. The following is a brief list of it's overall (national) summary findings (using data as of June 2nd):1. Economic activity remained weak since the last report. Economic activity was weak, soft, sluggish, modest in all Districts, except Philadelphia, … (3 comments)
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national: Getting the Record Straight About the SubPrime Mortgage Crisis - 06/11/08 01:48 PM
The Washington Post published (6/9) a report, How HUD Mortgage Policy Fed The Crisis, subtitled, Subprime Loans Labeled 'Affordable'. The article basically takes HUD to task for fueling the risky lending process, under the banner of "affordable" housing, that was characteristic of the subprime mortgage market. It implicates Fannie Mae and … (0 comments)
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national: "Wellness for You and Your Business in a Stressed Economy" - 06/09/08 12:26 PM
As a Business owner, more than ever we are under stress. We juggle and experience stress in a variety of ways. Usually we ignore ourselves and may not know what kinds of things we can do to take better care of ourselves. I would like to invite any Women Business Owner … (1 comments)
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national: Who Does Your Neighbor Really Support Politically - 06/06/08 11:21 PM
With regard to federal political campaign contributions, it is now possible to easily determine who your neighbors, friends, relatives, co-workers and associates are supporting and how much money they are giving. The HuffingtonReport FundRace provides this resource. It states, "Want to know if a celebrity is playing both sides of the fence? Whether … (0 comments)
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national: FTC Published Final Rule on CAN-SPAM Definitions and Implementation - 06/06/08 10:44 PM
The U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC) recently published (5/31/08) in the Federal Register a Final Rule: "Definitions and Implementation Under CAN-SPAM Act."The rule becomes effective on July 7, 2008 and provides definitions, modifications and clarifications to the "Controlling the Assault of Non-Solicited Pornography and Marketing Act of 2003" (CAN-SPAM). [See also … (0 comments)
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national: "Cruise of the Capitol" 2nd Annual Real Estate Boat Tour - 05/27/08 04:22 PM
ULI Washington invites you to come aboard the Odyssey for the 2nd Annual "Cruise of the Capitol" Real Estate Boat Tour on Thursday, May 29th. This unique and educational boat tour of the greater Washington, DC waterfront will showcase new developments on the shores of our nation's capitol from fascinating perspectives … (0 comments)
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national: Celebrate: Memorial Day 2008 - 05/26/08 12:14 PM
Celebrated in most states on the last Monday in May, which this year is May 26th; Memorial Day is a great time for all of us to remember the men and woman who gave their lives in service to our country.It a great opportunity to join in the celebrations and to … (0 comments)
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national: Lt Col. Stanislo and unkown 4503 - 05/25/08 03:46 PM
For the last four years on the Saturday before Memorial Day, my son and I have gone with the scouts to decorate the graves at the National Cemetary in Marietta. This is a truly amazing experience. There are over 18,000 graves on about 23 acres and the scouts put flags on … (7 comments)
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national: U.S. Energy-Related Carbon Dioxide Emissions Rose by 1.6 Percent in 2007 - 05/23/08 08:16 PM
According to a recent U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) news release, preliminary estimates of U.S. carbon dioxide emissions from burning fossil fuels increased by 1.6 percent in 2007. The economy, as measured by Gross Domestic Product (GDP), grew by 2.2 percent and energy demand rose by 1.7 percent indicating that energy intensity (energy … (0 comments)
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national: There is no such thing as a national housing market. - 05/20/08 01:53 PM
Unfortunately, it seems everyone has their panties all in a bunch about the apparent crash of the housing market. The problem is that you can’t take of all the local housing market’s conditions and boil them together into some hysterical stew. It’s like suggesting divorces throughout the country mean the end … (2 comments)
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national: Montana Economy and Housing Strong Against National Trend - 05/13/08 08:13 AM
Montana Department of Revenue Director, Dan Bucks has good news about Montana's economy and housing sector: Montana's strong economy has served as a buffer, helping Montana housing prices remain fairly strong against the rest of the country. "On the whole, Montana's economy, Bozeman's economy are strong, and that helps to weather … (0 comments)
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national: EASILY FIND AN APPRAISER NATIONWIDE!!! - 05/03/08 10:50 AM
HEY Activerain!!!Investors! Ever been looking at a property in an area where you did not know a reputable appraiser? Loan Officers! Ever originated a loan in a city or state where you did not have a relationship with an appraiser?Realtors! Ever done a relo for a cash buyer but did not … (0 comments)
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national: National Day of Prayer 5/1- Houston - 04/30/08 10:48 PM
A citywide national day of prayer will be 11:30-1:30 in Jones Plaza, 601 Louisiana. It will be the 57th Annual "America Unite in Theme" citywide prayer to be held with Suzette Caldwell of United Methodist and Steve Riggle Grace Community Church.A mini-concert will take place the first 45 minutes. Everyone is … (2 comments)
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national: Beige Book Released By Federal Reserve For April 2008 - 04/16/08 10:46 PM
The Federal Reserve recently published their latest issue of the Beige Book. It is available online. The following is a brief list of it's overall (national) summary findings (using data as of April 7th):1. Economic activity has slowed since the last report. Business activity has weakened in all but three Districts, Richmond, … (0 comments)
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national: Auction Technology Specialist ( ATS) program - 04/15/08 10:57 PM
Tomorrow, I will graduate from the National Auctioneers Association (NAA) auction technology course held in Kansas City, KS and will obtain the new ATS designation. If you are interested in real estate auctions, the Auction Technology Specialist ( ATS) program will help you understand today's auction technology and it will show … (3 comments)
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national: Beyond the Mall - 04/15/08 04:54 PM
When you think of visiting museums in DC, you may automatically think of the museums lining the National Mall. With spring well on its way, tourist season is upon us and the thought of fighting your way through the crowds is enough to make anyone want to stay home. Well believe … (0 comments)
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national: Tips For Being A More Savvy Consumer From The FTC - 04/05/08 10:26 PM
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has some tips to help you be better at avoiding being a victim of consumer fraud... 1. Know who you're dealing with. Only do business with companies that clearly provide their name, street address and phone number. 2. Protect you personal information. Only share credit card … (0 comments)
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national: Have you heard about this? - 04/02/08 12:44 PM
Are all of you Realtors & Mortgage Brokers aware that there is a reputable credit repair company that you can refer your clients to that will enable them to plug into a system so that they can empower themselves and restore their own credit?
I have seen scores raised 50-200 points. … (4 comments)
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national: Zillow - - Breakdown Accurate - - or Error Prone? - 04/02/08 12:15 AM
Dave Gallagher is the business editor at The Bellingham Herald. He maintains a business blog for the Bellingham & Whatcom county business pulse.
Dave recently wrote an interesting article describing Zillow's new analysis report - called home values band.
This Zindex home value indicator provides details on national home trends. This tool … (0 comments)
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national: Bush In New Jersey Discussing Homeownership and Economy - 03/28/08 07:31 PM
U.S. President George Bush appeared in Freehold, Monmouth County, NJ today to praise a local non-profit company, Novadebt, which provides credit counseling to consumers who are burdened with heavy debt.
This was Bush's first visit to Monmouth County since he was President. He gave a speech to the press and then talked with … (0 comments)
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national: FEMA: Flood Insurance - Truth and Fiction - 03/26/08 10:27 PM
Popular yet incorrect notions about the National Flood Insurance Program can lead homeowners and businesses to avoid this easy and important safeguard. For example here are some common myths: * Homeowners insurance policies cover floods. * You cannot buy flood insurance if you do not live in a high flood-risk area or if your … (0 comments)
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national: **SOME FUN FOR ALL HAPPY EASTER AND OTHER HOLIDAYS SPRING BREAK ETC** - 03/21/08 08:05 AM
BLESS YOU GUYS IN THE MIDWEST WE ARE WITH YOU ALL THOSE FLOODS IT IS SO CRAZY WITH ALL THESE
WEATHER SITUATIONS....................WHAT DID WE DO WRONG???.................WHO KNOWS.............I AM
SHARING THIS I GOT FROM A FRIEND I LOVE IT...................MAYBE WE SHOULD HAVE A GUESSING GAME, I
WAS MARRIED IN 1968 YES STILL MARRIED TO … (0 comments)
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national: CNN Money Magazine--latest article about the foreclosure - 03/14/08 03:12 AM
NEW YORK (CNNMoney.com) -- It may be the best time to buy a house in more than four years.
Home prices have dropped so quickly and so far that valuations - the difference between what a home should cost and its actual price - are the lowest they've been since … (4 comments)
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national: New Brochure From HUD: Home Economics -- Own Your Future - 03/09/08 07:43 AM
HUD has created an informational brochure entitled, Home Economics -- Own Your Future, which is available online as a PDF download.The brochure is a quick reference to online resources for obtaining Annual Credit Reports, the ABC's of Homebuying, Home Loan Leaning Center, Borrow's Rights, Predatory Lending and Fair Housing information.Home Economics … (1 comments)
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national: Beige Book Released By Federal Reserve For March 2008 - 03/07/08 12:08 AM
The Federal Reserve recently published their latest issue of the Beige Book. It is available online. The following is a brief list of it's overall (national) summary findings (using data as of February 25th): 1. Economic activity has slowed since the beginning of the year. Business activity was weakened, slowed or subdued.2. Consumer spending reports were … (0 comments)
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national: HUD Allows You To Look Up FHA Mortgage Limits For Your Area - 03/06/08 09:50 PM
FHA and Fannie Mae- Freddie Mac conforming loan limits have been released by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). HUD has provided a FHA Mortgage Limits page. This page allows you to look up the FHA mortgage limits for your area or several areas, and then list them … (0 comments)
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national: IRS Seeks New Issues for the Industry Issue Resolution Program - 03/04/08 04:22 PM
The Internal Revenue Service is encouraging business taxpayers, associations and other interested parties to submit to the Industry Issue Resolution (IIR) Program tax issues for resolution involving a controversy, a dispute or an unnecessary burden on taxpayers.The objective of the IIR program is to resolve business tax issues common to significant … (0 comments)
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national: High class commercial property wanted for discerning buying groups. - 02/26/08 11:37 AM
HotelsCasinosLeisure resortsGolf resortsClass A officeMallsAll medical/care We have 4 buying groups to hand. What have you got that is off market?No daisy chain makers please!Paul@DoynoRealty.com … (1 comments)
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national: IRS: Stimulus Rebate Payments In May Require Filing A 2007 Tax Return - 02/13/08 11:50 PM
The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) advised taxpayers that in most cases they will not have to do anything extra this year to get the economic stimulus payments beginning in May."If you are eligible for a payment, all you have to do is file a 2007 tax return and the IRS will do … (0 comments)
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national: Local Real Estate Markets vs National Real Estate Markets - 01/30/08 03:06 PM
Recently I read an article and they mentioned that one never buys a home on the 'National' market. Of course not; each real estate market is local. We, in the Columbia Basin of Eastern Washington are lucky to be one of the markets that is still strong. Though stabalizing, and not … (1 comments)
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national: Resources for Locating Music Festivals in the United States, North America - 01/26/08 09:16 PM
Here are updated resources for cultural music events throughout the country that include festivals and concert by world class artists who may not be part of the normal popular radio music fare or everyday gossip magazine fodder, but have growing followings of people who have heard them and appreciate their uniqueness, … (0 comments)
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national: !! ATTENTION !! "Green" real estate agents - 01/25/08 03:09 AM
!! ASES National Home Solar Tour !!
Alright, so maybe it's a little early to start talking about an event that's taking place in October 2008. However, I don't want anyone who wants to participate in this event to plan something else and miss out on it. Also, you may like to spread … (10 comments)
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national: Your State Constitutions - 01/20/08 03:37 PM
I just received a forwarded email that listed the words in the original or current Preambles to all the state constitutions in the United States of America. I don't know who first sent it. Maybe you've also seen the email. I had never seen every state Preamble listed together and found it enlightening. Our state constitutions are … (8 comments)
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national: Beige Book Released By Federal Reserve For January 2008 - 01/17/08 01:48 AM
The Federal Reserve recently published their latest issue of the Beige Book. It is available online. The following is a brief list of it's overall (national) summary findings (using data as of January 7th): 1. Economic activity increased modestly since the last report, but at a slower pace. Expansion was characterized as moderate, modest and mixed. The … (0 comments)
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national: National Housing Outlook - 01/11/08 07:51 AM
I've included this chart below because I believe it illustrates very clearly the National housing outlook. It breaks down the market and makes it clear to see what happened last year in comparison with this year and what NAR forecast for 2008. The very bottom category catches my eye the most … (3 comments)
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national: EPA: January Is National Radon Action Month - 01/06/08 11:08 AM
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has designated January as National Radon Action Month.According to the EPA, this is a time when state radon programs and other partners conduct special radon outreach activities and events across the country. The aim of National Radon Action Month is to increase the public's awareness of … (0 comments)
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national: Foreclosure Market Statistics by State - As of Oct 2007 - 01/02/08 09:54 PM
THANK YOU REALTYTRAC FOR THE GREAT UPDATED INFORMATION:The RealtyTrac Monthly U.S. Foreclosure Market Report provides the total number of foreclosure filings - both nationwide and by state - over the preceding month. Data is also available at the individual county level. RealtyTrac's report includes documents filed in all three phases of foreclosure: … (4 comments)
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national: NationalForeclosureGroup.com - Agents Helping Homeowners - 01/01/08 09:25 PM
National Foreclosure Group - Agents Providing Assistance to Homeowners!
Dear Agents,
We have created a special site for agents and professionals that provide services and advice to homeowners that are in foreclosure. This is a free service and you can create an account right away.
Once you create an account, make sure you make … (5 comments)
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national: New Terrorism Insurance Law Will Protect Commercial Market - 12/29/07 02:08 PM
The commercial real estate market and the health of the nation's economy as a whole will benefit from the reauthorization of the federal government's terrorism risk insurance program, which President George W. Bush signed into law on 12/26. The National Association of Realtors®(NAR) has long advocated for passage of the Terrorism … (0 comments)
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national: EEOC Allows Cuts in Over 65 Retiree Plans - 12/27/07 12:11 PM
A new ruling announced on 12/26 by the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) , according to a New York Times article, U.S. Ruling Backs Benefit Cut at 65 in Retiree Plans, said that employers could reduce or eliminate health benefits for retirees when they turn 65 and become eligible for Medicare. … (1 comments)
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national: Real Estate In Slump? Not Here - 12/16/07 12:52 PM
News article from the Billings newspaper The Billings Gazette, written by Jan Falstad, December 16, 2007
http://www.billingsgazette.net/articles/2007/12/16/news/business/28-haveyouheard.txt
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national: Preparing for a happy & prosperous 2008? - 12/10/07 12:46 PM
Like most of you, I can't believe it's Christmas already. Seems like I was just setting off rockets and firecrackers.
At this time of the year, when all but only the most serious of our customers & clients has put their ambitions to rest until the new year, it gives us a … (4 comments)
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national: Beige Book Released By Federal Reserve For November - 11/30/07 08:47 AM
The Federal Reserve recently published their latest issue of the Beige Book. It is available online. The following is a brief list of it's overall (national) summary findings (using data as of October 5th): 1. Economic activity continued to expand since the last report, but the pace of growth had decelerated since August. Expansion was characterized as moderate, … (1 comments)
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national: Celebrate: Thanksgiving 2007 - Interesting Facts - 11/21/07 01:06 PM
What many regard as the nation's first Thanksgiving took place in December 1621 as the religious separatist Pilgrims held a three-day feast to celebrate a bountiful harvest.The day did not become a national holiday until 1863 when, at the end of a long and bloody civil war, Abraham Lincoln asked all … (0 comments)
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national: Commercial loans, apartment complex? - 11/17/07 12:55 PM
We have purchase and refinance program options from 2 to 4 units and 5+ units
I will give you some program highlights;
No prepay optionFast closingsNon recourse loansUse market rents for max loan amountInterest Only optionsBridge loansMTA ARM loansUp to 90% LTV40yr amortizationStated income programsNo doc programs30yr fixed rates3, 5, 7, 10yr Hybrid … (0 comments)
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national: What a Weekend! - 11/13/07 03:27 PM
What a weekend for the Kansas Jayhawks! "Rock Chalk, Jay-Hawk!" First of all, you will find as time goes on and through my various blog entries, that I am a tried and true, 100% KU fan (I actually graduated Undergrad from here, so there's a lot of personal history.)
Friday night: KU … (0 comments)
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national: The Online Real Estate Marketing Industry - 11/05/07 10:04 AM
Real estate is a transforming business. While many industries have been effected by the growth of the internet and web-based advertising, online marketing is uniquely powerful for the real estate industry. During the 2004-05 period, for instance, online real estate advertising grew at a level that that outstripped the growth of online advertising … (2 comments)
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national: Beige Book Released By Federal Reserve For October - 10/18/07 02:03 AM
The Federal Reserve recently published their latest issue of the Beige Book. It is available online. The following is a brief list of it's overall (national) summary findings (using data as of October 5th): 1. Economic activity continued to expand since the last report, but the pace of growth had decelerated since August. Expansion was characterized as moderate, … (0 comments)
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national: Making the FSBO Easy and Cheap Nationwide - 10/07/07 06:24 PM
It's not as hard as you might think...
Selling your home For Sale By Owner is not as difficult as you may think. Although, it's not the best idea to try and attempt a real estate transaction on your own without understanding the legal ramifications...if you are seasoned in buying and selling … (1 comments)
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national: Is It Easy to For Sale By Owner (FSBO)? - 10/07/07 06:17 PM
As with anything, there are good and bad points to trying to sell your home For Sale By Owner
The Good Points:
-Save money on real estate commission
-Advertise where and when you want to
-The control of being present when people are viewing your property
-Person to person contact with the buyer and or their … (0 comments)
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national: For Sale By Owners Can Save Commission - 10/07/07 06:05 PM
Let's face it. We are in an unpredictable market right now. My wife and I own a real estate company in Colorado Springs, CO. We have been blessed to have some business lately, but many of our fellow local brokerages have not been so lucky.
YOU CAN DO IT YOURSELF!!!!!!!!!!!!! (Sometimes)
My wife … (0 comments)
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national: National Solar Home Tour 10/6/2007 - 10/05/07 12:46 PM
For anyone who is considering solar for their home as well as many other "green" housing principles and products, this is an event you can not miss. To my knowledge the event functions like any other open house tour. Simply pick out the homes you'd like to visit and be … (7 comments)
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national: Want to open Title and Escrow with a company that has Financial stability and offers Nationwide Services? - 10/03/07 11:59 AM
For the 14th consecutive year, Old Republic National Title Insurance Company (Old Republic Title) has received Standard & Poor's highest rating awarded to a title insurance company, with Old Republic Title's current rating being AA. We've also received the title industry's only A1 financial strength rating from Moody's Investor Services and … (0 comments)
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national: The only market that matters is yours!!! - 10/01/07 11:01 AM
TOP STORY: Gary Keller: The only market that matters is yours!
Last week on the Today Show, during a segment on the national real estate market, CNBC's Jim Kramer uncompromisingly stated, "now is the absolute worst time to buy!"
Concerned that remarks such as these from so-called experts might be pushing potential buyers … (1 comments)
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national: Spend more Time doing the the things you enjoy...let us take care of all your Title Work - 09/28/07 01:28 PM
You don't have to spend so much of your time shoping around for a Title company to do certain counties or states. Let us take care of all your Title and Escrow needs Nationwide, then maybe you can spend more time doing something productive...like playing Golf. Ha :-)
Good business relationships are built on just … (0 comments)
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national: Brokers Order National Title Product / Preliminary Reports & Commitments - 09/27/07 02:17 PM
If you have clients all over the United States, we are a perfect match for you! We service all CA Counties! This National Lenders Division services 49 US States. We have the personnel, experience, resources, and contacts to service all of your Title & Escrow needs Nationwide! On-Line Ordering:
We also offer On-Line Ordering if you are interested in … (0 comments)
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national: Processors Order National Title Preliminary Reports & Commitments Here - 09/27/07 11:03 AM
This is a National Lenders Division servicing 49 US states. If you have clients all over the United States, we are a perfect match for you! We service all CA Counties! We have the personnel, experience, resources, and contacts to service all of your Title & Escrow needs Nationwide! Calyx POINT Integration
For lenders who have standardized … (0 comments)
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national: National Refinance Processors order by Calyx Point for Lenders, Escrow, Title - 09/26/07 06:22 PM
This is a National Lenders Division servicing 49 US states. If you have clients all over the United States, we are a perfect match for you! We service all CA Counties!Calyx POINT Integration For lenders who have standardized on Calyx POINT as your loan origination software, you can order title and escrow products within six … (0 comments)
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national: Lenders Advantage with Calyx POINT Integration / National Business Orders - 09/26/07 05:39 PM
This is a National Lenders Division servicing 49 US states. If you have clients all over the United States, we are a perfect match for you! We service all CA Counties!Calyx POINT Integration For lenders who have standardized on Calyx POINT as your loan origination software, you can order title and escrow products within six … (2 comments)
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national: Processors - Order your National Title Reports here! - 09/25/07 01:30 PM
This is a National Lenders Division servicing the local Sacramento County area & 49 US states. If you have clients all over the United States, we are a perfect match for you! We Service all CA counties!Some of our clients choose to use us for all their Attorney State deals; states that their other … (0 comments)
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national: National Business Opportunity for Lenders - Got Title? - 09/25/07 01:13 PM
This is a National Lenders Division servicing the local Sacramento County area & 49 US states. If you have clients all over the United States, we are a perfect match for you! We Service all CA counties!Some of our clients choose to use us for all their Attorney State deals; states that their other … (0 comments)
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national: Beige Book Released By Federal Reserve For September - 09/22/07 12:10 AM
The Federal Reserve recently published their latest issue of the Beige Book. It is available online. The following is a brief list of it's overall (national) summary findings (using data as of August 28th): 1. Economic activity continued to expand since the last report, with five district reports indicating that the pace decelerating. Regarding economic growth: some … (1 comments)
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national: Recession Ahead of Fed Rate Cut - 09/19/07 01:07 PM
In a highly anticipated maneuver, Federal Reserve Chairman Ben Bernanke reduced the target interest rate, that is, the rate at which the bank charges for overnight loans, to 4.75%. The real question was whether the cut would be 25 or 50 basis points. Many who understand Bernanke’s orthodox and academic history … (0 comments)
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national: The Press and the Real Estate Market - 08/29/07 02:18 PM
I work in Northern Virginia, outside of Washington D.C.. For ease of reference, we are often clumped by the press into the "Washington,DC" market, but our market behaves differently than either DC or Maryland.For the past year, I have watched the local and national reporting about the real estate market cause things … (3 comments)
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national: Beige Book Released By Federal Reserve For July - 08/20/07 02:29 AM
The Federal Reserve recently published their latest issue of the Beige Book. It is available online. The following is a brief list of it's overall (national) summary findings (using data as of July 17th): 1. Economic activity continued to grow during June through mid-July, since the last report, with individual district reports indicating that the pace of … (0 comments)
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national: IRS Tax Information for Individuals, Businesses, Charities, Non-Profits and More - 08/20/07 12:02 AM
The IRS web site has established online tax resources for Individuals, Businesses, Charities and Non-Profits, Government Entities and more.For example, the Individual resource section contains specific information for:Employees, Farmers, International Taxpayers, Military, Parents, Self-Employed, Seniors & Retirees, Students.The Businesses resource section contains specific information for:Corporations, International Businesses, Partnerships, Small Business/Self-Employed.The Charities … (0 comments)
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national: Buyers will still be able to get loans...just fewer options - 08/12/07 10:12 AM
I found this article this morning while browsing the fallout from last weeks mortgage meltdown. Guess what folks, their are still some great mortgage programs out there. If your in a market where the average home cost is less then $417,000 your still in business. Those whom have average home values … (1 comments)
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national: Sales Tax Holidays . . . Sorry, No Layaways - 08/04/07 07:23 AM
Here in Florida, I was pleased to find that if I had a school age daughter that I would not have to pay sales tax on her garter belts or support stockings. Across the nation . . . or at least half way across the nation August brings back to school … (0 comments)
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national: The National Real Estate Market Report - July 2007 - 07/09/07 03:18 AM
When I joined Active Rain, it was for many reasons, one of which was to connect with others across the globe to get a feel of what the Real Estate Market is doing in other areas. I also wanted to make connections with other members and build relationships to network business … (19 comments)
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national: Have a Great July 4th Holiday! - 07/04/07 06:32 PM
Don't forget why we celebrate it and continue to pray for those who are serving at home and around the world to protect the freedoms for which our country was created.4th of July CornerWikipedia - July 4thAmerica's Birthday (Philadelphia) Fireworksfun.com - fireworks locationshttp://www.july4th.org/ (Boston)4th of July Celebrations DatabaseHolidaySpotPlus.comSee the following July … (0 comments)
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national: NAR Study: Legal Liability Issues - 06/24/07 05:43 AM
The NAR recently released the 2007 NAR Legal Scan, which it claims is it's most comprehensive study to date of legal issues and trends in the real estate industry.The historial data is based on research of court documents, states, regulations and jury verdict reports, involving 655 court cases and 112 statutes … (1 comments)
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national: Beige Book Released By Federal Reserve For June - 06/23/07 01:53 PM
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national: Supporting Disabled Veterans: Sentinels of Freedom Foundation - 06/23/07 10:03 AM
Their creed is, "We Shall Never Leave You, We Shall Never Forsake You." The organization was originally started by a local, grassroots group of community leaders in Danville, California. It's leader, Mike Conklin, is a father of three Army Ranger sons and was inspired to help severely wounded soldiers after one of his sons was injured in Iraq. … (2 comments)
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national: Free Blog Coming To Realtors?! - Through Realtor.com - Video From Inman News - 06/21/07 09:15 AM
I'm about to run off to Rhode Island to visit some in-laws so I won't be posting for about a week. Here's my last post for likely a week
Inman News has a series of great blogging videos on YouTube (finally a good reason to visit) here's the latest all … (36 comments)
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national: Federal Reserve Board Public Hearing: Encouraging Responsible Mortgage Lending - 06/14/07 12:50 PM
A public hearing by the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System is being held today to help determine what steps the Board should take to curb abuse in the home mortgage market, especially the sub-prime lenders, without hurting the incentives in place to encourage responsible lenders to provide credit … (1 comments)
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national: Federal Reserve Board: Banking Agencies Issue Host State Loan-to-Deposit Ratios - 06/12/07 05:16 PM
The Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System, the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation, and the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency today issued the host state loan-to-deposit ratios that the banking agencies will use to determine compliance with section 109 of the Riegle-Neal Interstate Banking and Branching Efficiency Act … (0 comments)
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national: HUD: New PATH Concept Home Introduced - Efficient, Sustainable, Flexible, Affordable - 06/12/07 04:46 PM
HUD UNVEILS AMERICA'S FIRST EFFICIENT, SUSTAINABLE, AFFORDABLE CONCEPT HOME PATH.Concept Home represents the New American Dream during National Homeownership Month.The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) recently announced the completion of America's first PATH Concept Home featuring more than 60 efficient, sustainable and flexible products and systems all in … (2 comments)
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national: NAR expects home sales, prices to tumble - 06/08/07 03:39 PM
Originally posted on HomeFinancingNews.com
According to a gloomy assessment by the National Association of Realtors (NAR), homes sales are set to fall by 4.6 percent this year on a national level. That’s more than double the prediction they made just two months ago.
The report is unusual, coming from a group … (1 comments)
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national: Celebrate: Memorial Day - Honoring Those Who Sacrificed For Us! - 05/27/07 04:58 PM
Celebrated in most states on the last Monday in May, Memorial Day is a time to remember the U.S. men and woman who lost their lives serving their country. Originally known as Decoration Day, it was established in 1868 to commemorate the dead from the Civil War. Over the years it … (1 comments)
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national: New Home Sales Soared 16% - 05/25/07 12:10 AM
This is something everyone needs to read..... this is great news for us in the industry. Sellers market here we come!!!By Jeff Bater From The Wall Street Journal Online New-home sales soared in April, an unexpected surge marking the biggest climb in 14 years, according to a report that showed declining … (1 comments)
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national: NAR Statistics About the Internet - 05/22/07 04:04 PM
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national: Avoiding Antitrust Risks - 05/18/07 05:23 PM
With the recent talk in AR about discussing pricing and the confusion about what the law determines is antitrust practices, I thought I would make a short post to point you to the NAR's Field Guide To Antitrust and specifically some information that is useful for any business, whether real estate … (8 comments)
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national: Research Channel - Providing Public Access to Research Online - 05/16/07 12:37 PM
The RsearchChannel is an educational and research information resource that was developed by leading research and academic institutions to share their researchers' work with the public. As it's web site explains, "ResearchChannel is a nonprofit media and technology organization that connects a global audience with the research and academic institutions whose developments, … (0 comments)
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national: Infrastructure Funding, Development and Management -- An Emerging Crisis and Investment Opportunity - 05/15/07 10:01 AM
A recent report from the Urban Land Institute (ULI), co-published by Ernst & Young, looks at the "Evolving Market for Infrastructure Funding, Development, Management". According to ULI, "The United States' relatively low investment in virtually all aspects of mobility-related infrastructure -- airports, public transit, railway systems, roads and bridges -- is an … (0 comments)
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national: Protect Yourself From Trigger Leads and Other Credit Invasions of Privacy - 05/14/07 09:33 AM
ActiveRain's Matt Heaton recently posted a great "heads-up" blog article, entitled, "Trigger Leads - There Goes My Privacy, Yet Again".It explains in some detail about when you make a loan application, and the lender pulls your credit history, it triggers notification to the major credit bureaus that you are shopping for a … (0 comments)
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national: Recalls.gov - U.S. Government Site For Federal Recalls - 05/12/07 03:45 PM
The U.S. government has developed a "one-stop shop" or central clearinghouse for federal agencies to report government recalls.As stated on the web site, the objective is "to provide better service in alerting the American people to unsafe, hazardous or defective products, six federal agencies with vastly different jurisdictions have joined together to … (0 comments)
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national: Communities in Bloom National Awards - 05/08/07 02:48 PM
Dieppe, Moncton and Riverview will host the 2007 Communities in Bloom National Awards ceremony and symposium on September 19 to 22.The Communities in Bloom Foundation is a volunteer-based, non-profit organization committed to fostering civic pride, environmental awareness and municipal beautification through community involvement and the challenge of a national program.Hummingbirds welcome!Larry … (0 comments)
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national: Raleigh, NC - National Day of Prayer - 05/03/07 07:48 AM
Today, in Raleigh, North Carolina and across the nation, we have the privilege to celebrate National Day of Prayer day. This is an annual event in which millions of Americans unite to pray for our country and leaders. Why should we participate in this event? Times are dark around this world … (2 comments)
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national: Beige Book Released By Federal Reserve For April - 04/25/07 02:15 PM
The Federal Reserve recently published their latest issue of the Beige Book. It is available online. The following is a brief list of it's overall (national) summary findings (using data as of April 16th): 1. Economic activity expanded at modest or moderate growth, since the last report. Regarding economic growth: New York reported it was steady, Minneapolis reported is was … (0 comments)
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national: Home Sales Plunge -- but Not In Tucson! - 04/24/07 05:32 PM
This morning, the big headline on my Yahoo News:
Existing Home Sales Plunge in March
Hold on a second... Didn't I report about sales going UP in March 2007 for Tucson's Real Estate statistics from MLS?
Let's compare the national report to local numbers.
Nationally: sales of existing homes fell 8.4% in March 2007, compared … (2 comments)
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national: Projected Gas Prices Will Be Near Last Summer's - 04/12/07 11:10 PM
The Energy Information Administration (EIA) has releases it's Short-Term Energy Outlook for April. It states that "Retail regular grade motor gasoline prices are projected to average $2.81 per gallon this summer, 3 cents below the average of $2.84 per gallon last summer, according to forecasts released today by the Energy Information … (0 comments)
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national: ADA: Could Also Apply To The Web And Your Site - 04/12/07 10:25 AM
The retailer, Target Corporation, has been targeted (9/2006) in a lawsuit filed by the National Federation for the Blind (NFB) in a California federal court for inability of a blind person to access the company's web site (Target.com) and not being in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). The initial suit was … (3 comments)
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national: Ways To Know When The Market Is Up or Down - 04/06/07 01:08 PM
The past year saw a slowdown in real estate markets across the country. But the term "slowdown" is relative and should be used with care: The vaunted housing "bubble" predicted by many never happened and some areas have seen price increases.
What did happen is what you would expect in … (0 comments)
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national: History of Reynoldsburg Ohio - 04/06/07 08:29 AM
This information was found at www.rths.info/reynoldsburg_history.html
Reynoldsburg was named for James C. Reynolds who was born in 1806. He arrived in the area around 1831 where he initially boarded with John French. He then built a cabin and opened a sutler's store for the road gang building the Cumberland Road. While selling work … (1 comments)
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national: A New Post For April - 04/05/07 08:12 AM
I thought the bird and flowers would add a "Springtime" touch to my "Post" for April.
Hope this "post" brightens you day. Spring is finally here. It crept in, at least it did here in Augusta, GA. The Azaleas are in full bloom, as well as the Dogwoods. It seems that this … (5 comments)
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