omaha realtor: Thank you Diane Adkins at CBSHome - 07/14/08 10:59 AM
Diane Adkins represented the buyer on the sale of my listing at 13410 S 20 St. in the Tregaron subdivision of Bellevue.
Working with a good agent makes my job much easier. It is time consuming selling over 50 homes a year, but working with good agents makes transactions easier.
Diane … (0 comments)
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omaha realtor: I want to thank Deborah Nelson at Prudential Ambassador. - 07/10/08 11:38 AM
The sale of my listing at 5617 S. 139 St. in the Millard Highlands subdivision of Millard closed and the buyer was represented by Deborah.
Selling a home takes not just comprehensive marketing and outstanding service but also a capable agent on the other side of the transaction. Deb did an excellent job. She was … (0 comments)
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omaha realtor: Thank you Kim Fendrick at Alliance Real Estate - 07/10/08 11:33 AM
Kim represented the buyer on the sale of my listing at 4867 S. 192 Ave in the Woodlands subdivision of Omaha.
If it were not for good agents like Kim, then I wouldn't be able to sell over 50 homes a year.
Kim was a pleasure to work with and I hope we … (0 comments)
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omaha realtor: Bounce My Listings - 06/02/08 11:20 AM
Looking for an Omaha Real Estate Agent who will work hard for you? Look no further! In the ever changing real estate market, you need an agent that understands how to leverage the Internet to properly market your home.
With BounceMyListing.com you are connected only with select CBS Home Real Estate, … (0 comments)
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omaha realtor: At Home April 08 - 05/07/08 02:05 PM
April showers do bring May flowers. But will April showings turn into May buyers? I hope so! Showing activity was good in April, but not great. I think the real estate market is still working through some recent changes in the mortgage market. The elimination of 100% financing has forced some … (0 comments)
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omaha realtor: At Home March 08 - 04/09/08 11:04 AM
Spring in to a new home! Showings and web traffic have continued to be strong this past month. Sellers that are relocating or planning to move before school starts in the fall are preparing to list their homes in order to take advantage of the best selling time April, May, June … (1 comments)
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omaha realtor: March 08 Omaha Real Estate Report - 04/09/08 10:56 AM
Thank you for checking out my March Real Estate market report for Omaha NE including Downtown Omaha Condos, Midtown - Dundee, UNMC, North Omaha - Benson, Northwest Omaha, West Omaha Homes, Elkhorn, Ralston and Millard homes that are for sale on the Omaha MLS. .
Active Listings, as of April 8, 2008 … (0 comments)
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omaha realtor: At Home - March - 03/10/08 11:21 AM
It's hard to believe it's March already. With Spring just around the corner, more sellers are gearing up to list their homes. Showings and web traffic have both been strong this past month. Buyers seem to be getting a head start to the busy March, April and May house hunting season. … (0 comments)
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omaha realtor: How Earnest Deposits are handled in Omaha - 02/19/08 08:38 PM
An earnest deposit is an amount of money that a buyer puts into escrow as good faith to show that they will complete the purchase of a property. The amount of money is an indication of how serious they are and of their confidence in their ability to close the sale. … (0 comments)
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omaha realtor: Real Estate Lockboxes - 02/18/08 07:36 PM
In order for an agent to show a house to a buyer, the agent must have access to the property. The simplest solution is to have a lockbox on the front door with a key. There are two basic types of lockboxes.
The first is the combination lockbox. In order to open … (1 comments)
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omaha realtor: Price of New versus Existing Homes in Omaha - 02/16/08 08:44 AM
When determining the value of your home you need to look at the sales of those homes in your area that are most like yours - most similar in terms of size, number of bedrooms and bathrooms, and style of home. One factor that many people overlook is that in order … (0 comments)
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omaha realtor: Homeowners Insurance - 02/15/08 09:07 PM
Homeowners insurance is often something that is overlooked until the last minute by the home buyer and all too often by their agent as well. Homeowners insurance is something that should be lined up prior to submitting an offer rather than after. There are many reasons why.
First is affordability. If you … (2 comments)
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omaha realtor: Thank you Dawn Grimshaw of CBSHome - 02/14/08 07:39 PM
I want to thank Dawn Grimshaw of CBSHome. Today the sale of my listing at 9317 Spaulding St. in Palomino Hills closed. Providing comprehensive marketing and outstanding service are key in selling a home but so is a capable agent on the other side of the transaction. Dawn represented the buyer. She … (2 comments)
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omaha realtor: The Importance of a Dedicated Showing Desk - 02/13/08 07:42 AM
A showing desk is the term used to describe a phone number for Realtors to call to schedule showings on homes that are for sale.
There are two types of showing desks. The duty desk and a dedicated showing desk. A duty desk is staffed by agents and they receive calls both … (2 comments)
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omaha realtor: HUD Statements and Outstanding Service - 02/13/08 07:41 AM
A HUD Statement is the final statement of all expenses and profits from the sale or purchase of a home.
Outstanding service is what an excellent agent will provide his clients with.
What do HUD statements and outstanding service have to do with each other? Let me tell you. An agent that provides … (0 comments)
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omaha realtor: Real Estate Marketing with Flyer Boxes - 02/13/08 07:38 AM
The last time you were looking for a house did you do a little driving around looking for homes for sale? I thought so, everybody does. And when you found one that was for sale were you disappointed when there was no flyer box or the flyer box was empty? Of … (0 comments)
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omaha realtor: Home Staging Report - 02/09/08 10:33 AM
This is a follow up to If Your Home is not Staged to Sell, then it Won't Sell. Below is a report that Ross Designs sent me after staging a listing of mine at 1306 Bryan Ave. Unfortunately the house sold in one day so I do not have before and … (0 comments)
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omaha realtor: If Your Home is not Staged to Sell, then it Won’t Sell. - 02/08/08 07:12 PM
Home staging is the arrangement of furniture and decorations to best highlights a home's good points while at the same time draw attention away from any negatives. At the same time it neutralizes a seller's personal taste in décor in order to appeal to as wide an audience as possible. Home … (1 comments)
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omaha realtor: Thank you Wayne Plowman of Charleston Homes in Omaha... Again - 02/07/08 07:59 PM
I want to thank Wayne Plowman of Charleston Homes of Omaha for taking the time to meet with myself, Rob Luhrs, the President of Alliance Real Estate, and David Matney, our broker, to discuss what Charleton Homes offers buyers and agents and how they are different than other builders.
Charleston Homes offers many … (0 comments)
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omaha realtor: Omaha Real Estate Market – January, 2008 - 02/05/08 08:16 PM
Omaha Real Estate Market - January, 2008
Below is a summary of the real estate market in Omaha for the month of January, 2008.
These numbers encompass all residential listings in the Great Plains Multiple Listing Service.
As you can see less than 11% of sellers that had their home on the market accepted … (0 comments)
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omaha realtor: Agent of the Year - 02/05/08 07:59 PM
I would like to thank David Matney and Rob Luhrs of Alliance Real Estate for naming me Agent of the Year for the third straight year (Congratulations to Troy Trumm of Alliance Real Estate). In 2006 I sold a total of 52 homes, with 43 of them being homes that I … (1 comments)
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omaha realtor: e-Pro Workshop for Realtors in Omaha - 02/05/08 07:32 PM
February 27th, Internet Crusade (http://internetcrusade.com/) is doing a free technology workshop for Realtors in Omaha. Topics covered include the four essential elements of a successful website, ways to differentiate yourself from the competition, and how to leverage the power of a permanent email address.
Attendees will receive a free full-featured website and … (0 comments)
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omaha realtor: Real Estate Technology Seminar - 02/04/08 06:20 PM
Justina Patricio with Coaching Institute will be holding a free technology seminar Wednesday, February 20, 2008 from 9:30 am to 12:30 pm in Omaha. Complimentary lunch is included.
Some topics covered include: How to track every lead, Never miss an appointment, Work both sides of the transaction, Harness a 7 year follow up plan, Enjoy a … (0 comments)
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omaha realtor: Importance of Pricing a Home Properly in Omaha - 01/28/08 07:32 PM
One of the most important factors, if not the key factor, for a quick home sale is proper pricing. Price your home too high and you'll generate very little to no interest. Price your home below what buyers are willing to pay and the final sale price might be much less … (0 comments)
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omaha realtor: Another example of Over-Pricing - 01/28/08 07:23 PM
Here's another typical scenario of what happens with an over-priced listing. I met with some sellers that had previously listed their home with a part-time agent that was a friend of theirs. It had been priced at $199k but never sold. I went over everything that I do and they were … (0 comments)
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omaha realtor: Dangers of Overpricing a Home - 01/28/08 06:13 PM
I met with a seller who had previously been listed with another agent. The home had been priced at 125k and the CMA showed it should be listed at 115k. Despite explaining why the home was only worth 115k, she stilled wanted to list it at 125k because she was convinced … (0 comments)
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omaha realtor: Thank you Mary Rae Wolf at CBSHome - 01/28/08 05:34 PM
I want to thank Mary Rae Wolf of CBSHome. Today the sale of my listing at 1752 S. 9th St. in Kountze Addition of South Omaha closed. It sold in only seven days. Selling a home takes not just comprehensive marketing and outstanding service but also a capable agent on the … (2 comments)
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omaha realtor: Thank you Wayne Plowman of Charleston Homes in Omaha - 01/28/08 09:29 AM
I want to thank Wayne Plowman of Charleston Homes of Omaha for taking the time to meet with me to discuss how my services can benefit his clients. Specifically we discussed how my Guaranteed Sale program will benefit clients that want to build a new home with Charleston Homes but need … (1 comments)
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omaha realtor: Thank you, Abe Farrington - 01/24/08 07:48 PM
I want to thank Abe Farrington of Deeb Realty. Today the sale of my listing at 10301 Mary St. in Cherry Hills closed. Selling a home takes not just comprehensive marketing and outstanding service but also a capable agent on the other side of the transaction. Abe represented the buyer and he … (1 comments)
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omaha realtor: Omaha Real Estate Market Report - 01/11/08 11:41 AM
Douglas County Real Estate Market Update
Thank you for checking out my December Real Estate market report for Omaha NE including Downtown Omaha Condos, Midtown - Dundee, UNMC, North Omaha - Benson, Northwest Omaha, West Omaha Homes, Elkhorn, Ralston and Millard homes that are for sale on the Omaha MLS. .
As is … (0 comments)
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omaha realtor: Absorption Rate - 12/17/07 05:27 PM
Sellers often only look at the price for which other homes in their area sold and how long it took the homes to sell. What is missing from this view is putting it in context with the current market. This is why I use Absorption Rate.
Absorption Rate shows that at the … (3 comments)
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omaha realtor: In Omaha what is the difference TO THE SELLER between a Realtor® and a real estate licensee? - 12/16/07 10:04 AM
If you read In Omaha what is the difference between a Realtor® and a real estate licensee? then you know the the technical difference but what is the difference to the seller? The answer: EVERYTHING.
In Omaha In order to be a member of the Great Plains Multiple Listing Service you must be a … (0 comments)
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omaha realtor: In Omaha what is the difference between a Realtor® and a real estate licensee? - 12/15/07 09:33 PM
In Omaha what is the difference between a Realtor® and a real estate licensee?
You often times hear the term "Realtor®," "real estate agent," and "real estate licensee" used interchangeable and you wonder what is the difference. In Omaha the difference is huge.
First a real estate licensee is anyone that holds … (1 comments)
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omaha realtor: What is the Omaha MLS? Part three - 12/08/07 10:43 AM
This is the third part in the epic trilogy of the story of an MLS from long ago in a galaxy far, far away.
What is the Omaha MLS? Part one
What is the Omaha MLS? Part two
What information about a home goes into the MLS? Everything. The basics include of course the … (1 comments)
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omaha realtor: Omaha World Herald and Realtor Magazine recognize Realtor that was a victim of shooting in Omaha - 12/07/07 03:10 PM
Follow up on Tragic Shooting in Omaha takes Nine Lives including one Realtor
If you would like to know more about Beverly Flynn, Realtor Magazine Online just published an article in her honor titled REALTOR® Killed in Omaha Mall Shooting.
The Omaha World Herald published this story, Full lives cut short: Omaha victims' families mourn … (0 comments)
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omaha realtor: Thank you to First Responders - 12/07/07 09:55 AM
As a follow up to my previous post (Tragic Shooting in Omaha takes Nine Lives including one Realtor) about the shooting at Westroads Mall in Omaha on 12/5/07, I would like to thank the first responders.
Thank you to the Omaha Police Department and Omaha Fire and Rescue. Both departments responded quickly … (0 comments)
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omaha realtor: Tragic Shooting in Omaha takes Nine Lives including one Realtor - 12/06/07 05:50 PM
Yesterday I arrived home early to put a turkey in the oven for my wife. As I was doing so my buyer's agent called with a question on one of my listings and asked if I had heard about the shooting at Westroads Mall. I hadn't. I dropped everything and turned … (2 comments)
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omaha realtor: What is the Omaha MLS? Part two - 12/06/07 10:04 AM
If you have not already read part one, here it is What is the Omaha MLS? Part one.
The MLS information is usually accessible to be viewed by the public through brokerage websites (http://www.alliancesells.com/) or individual agent websites (http://www.trummteam.com/) or vendor websites (such as http://localism.com/agents/ttrumm), or http://homes.realtor.com/search/searchresults.aspx?ridagt=19962493, the National Association of Realtors … (0 comments)
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omaha realtor: What is the Omaha MLS? Part one - 12/04/07 07:07 PM
What is the Omaha MLS?
The simple answer is MLS stands for Multiple Listing Service. An MLS is a network in which multiple real estate brokerages can advertise the properties that they are representing to other members of the network. In Omaha, Nebraska our MLS is the Great Plains Multiple Listing Service. … (1 comments)
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omaha realtor: Real Estate Marketing for a Fast Sale in Omaha, NE - 11/26/07 11:51 PM
Real Estate Marketing for a Fast Sale
You've made the big decision to sell your home. All the hard work to get your house ready has been done. Now it's up to your Realtor® to make this sale happen.
So what is your Realtor®'s plan for marketing your home? The time to find … (3 comments)
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omaha realtor: Your yard sign is a reflection of you? - 11/20/07 10:03 PM
Omaha Real Estate Contributed by David Matney with Alliance Real Estate
We ask sellers to have the home ready to show at the drop of a hat. We also ask them to paint, remove wallpaper, RENT furniture, clean carpets and pay a hefty commission for FULL SERVICE. Yet, some Realtors have a … (6 comments)
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omaha realtor: What is your negotiation strategy? - 11/18/07 08:54 AM
Omaha Real Estate Contributed by David Matney with Alliance Real Estate
When an offer arrives what is your negotiation strategy as a LISTING AGENT?
As the agent representing the seller: First and foremost, thank the buyer's agent for both showing your listing and for bringing you an offer. The buyer's agent has many homes to choose … (1 comments)
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omaha realtor: Marketing a home at 35 mph! - 11/16/07 10:57 PM
Omaha Real Estate Contributed by David Matney with Alliance Real Estate
In the two previous posts, I discussed several aspects of a deliberate and specific yard marketing campaign. Anything you do should always be looked at by asking what would I want if I were the consumer? Many agents look at a … (3 comments)
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omaha realtor: The Yard Marketing Campaign - 11/16/07 09:29 PM
Omaha Real Estate Contributed by David Matney with Alliance Real Estate
Many agents will disagree with me and I can understand their opposition, it contradicts conventional wisdom. It flies in the face of many aspects of sign calls we were taught earlier in our careers. On my yard sign I post the price of the home. Plain as … (9 comments)
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omaha realtor: Selecting your Listing Agent - 11/15/07 10:43 AM
Omaha Real Estate Contributed by David Matney with Alliance Real Estate
Selecting you next Realtor
As a potential seller it is always a good idea to interview several agents when you sell your home. Not all Realtors are created equal and which agents should you interview? There are steps you can take to … (1 comments)
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omaha realtor: Home Inspections: What Every Buyer Should Know - 11/12/07 05:12 PM
Home Inspections: What Every Buyer Should Know
You've found the perfect home and settled on a sales price. The first thing you'll want to do is to make sure your dream home is as structurally sound as it cosmetically appears.
To do this you'll need to find a reputable home inspector to … (0 comments)
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omaha realtor: Home Inspection Tips - 11/12/07 09:04 AM
Home Inspections: What Every Seller Should Know
Having a buyer make an acceptable offer on a home usually brings a big sigh of relief to most home sellers. The seller is usually relieved that showings are over and feel like there's a light at the end of the tunnel. However, having a … (0 comments)
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omaha realtor: Fall Newsletter / Trivia - 11/08/07 12:39 PM
Hello everyone. Fall is one of my favorite times of year. I like seeing the leaves on the trees turn the bright colors, cooler days and the fact Thanksgiving is just around the corner. Some people like Christmas, others 4th of July, but Thanksgiving is my favorite holiday. I think it's … (2 comments)
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omaha realtor: Real Estate’s Good, Bad and Ugly! - 08/05/07 09:58 AM
Clint Eastwood starred in the classic movie, "The Good, The Bad, and the Ugly" Well, in real estate I deal with the good, bad and the ugly every day. The Good is meeting new people, helping them buy and sell a home and giving them good news they just bought or … (4 comments)
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