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A familiar ritual at the dining table as a youngster involved being reminded time and time and again to mind my P's and Q's. What was commonly referred to as Table Manners were a set a rules that adults felt we needed to know to avoid embarrassing them in polite company. … (55 comments)
Florida Trend Magazine has an interesting article in the July 2008 issue. A ‘prognosis' made by the University of Central Florida's Institute for Economic Competitiveness states that the U.S. will begin recovering from its "mild" recession right about now. Good news. Florida, however, is supposed to be delayed in its recovery … (8 comments)
I read an interesting article in the Daily News, Friday July 25, 2008. The article is titled "Lancaster coming to the Rescue". This was on the front page right under another article titled "Foreclosures up 230%". Headlines like these do sell newspapers. Lancaster is part of the Antelope Valley in Los … (0 comments)
Things have certainly changed in the last few years. My hair MAY or MAY not have a touch a grey, my dog is slightly obese, my heels aren't quite as high, and my nights are quite as late:)....
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With some positive news from NAR recently, these #s below are proof of an Orlando market still on the decline. Many more of the Orlando area Realtors have found other jobs, and the true professionals are left to work the market and prove to sellers that they need us more than ever. For sale by owners and expireds need the … (1 comments)
Real Estate and Mortgage Market Report for Monday July 7th , 2008
I had a great meeting with a local "competing" Realtor yesterday. He said he lost a listing because he was not doing enough for a customer. I can't imagine. In Panama City everyone knows this guy! For an open house he stood outside the enterance of the subdivision and handed out … (4 comments)
Two U of A graduate's real estate trending software may help in your buying decision.
I was talking with a contractor yesterday who was telling me how bad the housing market was affecting him and how everything was tanking. I had the temptation to feel a little depressed.
Did you ever think a standard amenity in your next home might be a glow-in-the-dark toilet? That's a reality that may not be too far away! As I discuss in my latest blog article, the rapidly growing population of Baby Boomers in America has caused builders and manufacturers alike to begin catering … (0 comments)
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Market Watch: Highland Park, Deerfield, Northbrook and Glenview Illinois
Sales of existing homes (excludes new construction) in all 4 suburbs is picking up slightly. During the 12 weeks ending June 1st, 17 single family homes sold (closed) per week, on average. This is an increase over the prior 12 week period … (0 comments)
"Conspiracy" is a good word to use if you want to get some attention . . . did it get you to read this post? If what's going on with all the foreclosures, failed short sales and mismanaged REO's isn't a conspiracy, well then . . .
The median single family home price as of June 8, 2008 for YORBA LINDA is $883,725. This is down from $888,689 just 2 weeks ago per Altos Research. With a Market Action Index as of June 8, 2008 at 15.39, YORBA LINDA REAL ESTATE is currently a buyer's market. The average … (0 comments)
This week, I have seen several new "Sale Pending" sign riders in Danville, California. Especially in the neighborhoods of Greenbrook, Shadow Hills and others around the Crow Canyon Country Club.
Here on Hawaii Island's Kohala Coast, nine out of ten people who hire me to find their Hawaii residence want a second home in a luxury resort neighborhood. Every once in a while someone walks in the door looking for a non-resort primary residence. They want "old Hawaii." If they don't … (1 comments)
FOR REAL ESTATE NEWS, STICK WITH ME… This is not a market for the inexperienced.
We all seem to forget that in a slow - or "off" real estate market - that home owners are just taking a "paper loss" on the valuation of their home or real estate they own...very similar to if your 401k or stock/mutual fund portfolio decreased because the stock market was going … (0 comments)
I know it sounds far fetched, but I see more and more agents that have been in the business 20+ years leaving, as they just can't survive and aren't willing to change again.
Did you know that new homes may soon come equipped with light-up toilets? Sounds strange, but it's true! Read my latest blog article to learn how Baby Boomers are influencing the design of Fairhope AL real estate.
To learn more about trends in Fairhope AL real estate, please call me at … (1 comments)
In today's real estate market I find it can be difficult for a Real Estate agent to find a way to differentiate their listings especially with all the homes on the market today. It is almost as though consumers are numb to yard signs, just listed cards, flyers, etc. Not to … (0 comments)
This is my first blog on this website and I'm really excited. Brunswick County has consitently been one of the top 30 fastestgrowing counties in the US. The maount of growth that I've seen in just 5 years is phenomenal. The best signs for an investor are: Growing infrastructure, Water and … (3 comments)
I been bloggin here about Zilpy for the past 4 month, not doing it on regular basis due to a lot of other commitments. I have been pushing my zilpy team to help me out with some blogging to spread word about our service. Now that we have released our widgets, … (5 comments)
I was reading an interesting article in the Realtor magazine about new home design trends that are coming in and what seems to be going out. They are really sort of neat if you think about it. I can't wait to implement some of these ideas into my new home in … (0 comments)
Metropolitan Regional Information Systems, Inc. Real Estate Trend Indicator - <$100K to >$5M Format Montgomery County, MDRoy Kelley, Associate Broker, RE/MAX Realty GroupClient Service: 301-670-8996; Email: roykelley@mris.comHome Search Website: http://www.roykelley.com/ From: 03/01/2008 to 03/31/2008 Statistics generated on: 04/08/2008Source: Metropolitan Regional Information Systems, Inc. - MLS Resale DataCopyright 2008 - Information deemed … (1 comments)
Real Estate Outlook: Existing Home Sales Rise, an article from RealtyTimes.com, reports that there is positive economic news this week. Sales of existing homes last month rose for the first time in half a year, adding evidence that the housing cycle may be bottoming out after nearly three years of correction. The national gains … (2 comments)
If you haven't yet checked out the 2008 Real Estate Trends Report by Swanepoel, it is worth looking into. Every year for the past 10 years Stefan Swanepoel publishes a great report on the latest trends in real estate. It is the best and most descriptive reflection about where the industry … (0 comments)
Let's Sum up the Swanepol 2008 Real Estate Trends Report
Metropolitan Regional Information Systems, Inc. Real Estate Trend Indicator - <$30K to >$500K FormatFrederick County, VA From: 01/01/2008 to 01/31/2008 Statistics generated on: 02/06/2008 Source: Metropolitan Regional Information Systems, Inc. - MLS Resale DataCopyright 2008 - Information deemed reliable, but is not guaranteed. … (0 comments)
I don't know about any of you, but I've seen a lot of activity bubbling up lately. Past experience tells me that bubbly activty leads to buying.
Remember, there is no "national" or even "state" real estate market ... it's ALL L O C A L !!!!!!Notwithstanding the news media reports of doom and gloom, what's REALLY happening in Palos Verdes Estates, California?Pending sales are up and new listing volume is down! That trend is going to cause … (0 comments)
Remember, there is no "national" or even "state" real estate market ... it's ALL L O C A L !!!!!!
According to the Charleston Business Journal, the local housing market in Summerville and the Charleston area should see an increase in the year 2008. The two key factors in this upturn in housing sales will be affordable loan products and affordable housing. If these two factors can move into place, which … (0 comments)
A broad coalition of organizations has come together to plan a regional housing conference to grapple with issues and develop an action agenda for our region. The Regional Housing Conference "Finding Common Ground" will provide opportunities to participate in in-depth discussions on a variety of topics, including:
Long Beach, Ca. 
ActiveRain made #5 out of 10 on the Swanepoel TRENDS Report (RealSure Publishing), which does a thorough report of the real estate industry, identifying the top 10 companies of 2007, companies that distinguished themselves as "different and memorable" and which may impact the real estate industry in the future. The Top … (1 comments)
Home owners have you been wondering what is IN for housing trends for 2008?
Many people ask me where I see the future of home staging, or whether I think it’s a fad that will die out when people will stop decorating their homes to sell quickly and for top dollar.
Although blogs, specifically real estate blogs, have increased in number and credibility, many still think that they're "mumbo jumbo". In speaking with other real estate agents, brokers and other industry professionals, we still hear things like:"blogs are a waste of time""blogs take too long to write""I don't believe that blogs are … (6 comments)
I have been doing a little research and reflection on my move from Jacksonville, FL, an area with a population of over 1 million, to Charlottesville, an area with a population of slightly over 100,000. I have realized several interesting trends in this area that differ from the Jacksonville area and … (6 comments)
Will The Media Tell Us?
2008 A year of decisions for many things. Florida Property Owners will decide if the Property Tax Reform Act will help them and they must decide if they can weather the storm of the Real Estate Market. For buyers, they will decide if now is the right time to buy. For … (12 comments)
As another year winds down, it is nice to look back fondly on what has transpired in the last twelve months and also take some time to look towards the coming year with anticipation and an eagerness for what is to come. The real estate market certainly experienced an interesting year … (0 comments)
Now for the scary part of last year's Real Estate Trends Report section "The Hangover". The legislation that is going through Congress becuase of the subprime meltdown.The legal implications of "The Hangover" will impact the business well into the future. "Mortgage Reform and Anti-Predatory Lending Act of 2007," The bill bars … (0 comments)
Bluffton offers something for everyone. There is plenty of inventory to choose from and now is the time to buy. Not included here is the wide choice of New homes available in our newer communities: The Havens, Alston Park, Lawton Station, Mill Creek, and others. Bluffton Real Estate--These statistics are for Off-plantation areas … (0 comments)
More great news about the Austin real estate market! Don't let the national forecast fool you - Austin's market is hot! Click here to read entire article! If you're thinking of selling your home, call or email today and we'll provide you with a FREE "Market Evaluation on Your Home." Or, … (0 comments)
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Let's face it this is a tough time to sell a house, no matter how you look at it...
The Real Estate market has taken a hard hit these last couple years and the doom and gloom has been regularly publicized by the media. However, if you look at the statistics from our analysts at Lyon Real Estate over the period from January 2001 to October 2007, you can see there is a glimmer of … (0 comments)
Too often we fear asking the hard questions, because we are intimidated or annoyed by being sold to when we call on the phone and actually speak to a live real estate agent. Never fear, you can have your questions answered here. No pressure, just real answers to real estate related questions. Ask Away! … (10 comments)
What will be the biggest change factors for the real estate industry in 2008?I read daily year round but during the last quarter, I'm in business/life planning mode. So are lots of other people. Here's some of what is being talked about and my thoughts on what I think is really … (0 comments)
I just got this new newspaper in my mailbox called Agent Direct News, in it there was an article about the 12 Trends for 2008. While I don't agree completely with the article there are several key points worth mentioning here.Down Payments Are Back! - I'm not sure about my readers, … (4 comments)