real estate sales: Westfield New Jersey's Monthly Residential Property Market Analysis - March 2007 - 07/28/07 11:39 PM
This township is one of the most desirable residential communities in central New Jersey.
There were 249 residential properties for sale in March 2007 with an average price of $1,122,512.
During the month 60new listings were introduced to the market with an average list price of $1,099,208. This same period 30 residential properties went under … (0 comments)
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real estate sales: Plainfield, New Jersey's Monthly Multifamily Property Market Analysis - March 2007 - 07/28/07 11:32 PM
Plainfield has many multifamily properties, so it stands to reason that there are quite a few available for sale. As in Scotch Plains, so here in Plainfield you find that the multifamily homes afford their owners the same rich architectural detail enjoyed by owners of single family residences.
There were 140 properties available … (0 comments)
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real estate sales: Plainfield New Jersey's Monthly Residential Property Market Analysis - March 2007 - 07/28/07 11:25 PM
March 2007 saw a 22% increase in the number of listings over March 2006. Plainfield had 363 single family homes listed for March 2007 with a average list price of $358,842. Of the 363 listings, 86 were new with a average price of $345,178. During the month there were 21 sales … (0 comments)
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real estate sales: Fanwood New Jersey's Monthly Residential Property Market Analysis - March 2007 - 07/25/07 08:56 PM
The Boro of Fanwood is quite a stable town. There is very little turnover in compariosn to the neighboring communities.
However, there were 59 residential properties for sale in March 2007 with an average price of $494,264.
During the month 16 new listings were introduced to the market with an average list price … (0 comments)
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real estate sales: FSBO: What Owners and Agents Should Know - 07/21/07 02:19 PM
I came across two interesting articles seemingly contradicting each other. I thought to myself that both agents and owners should see the options available for sales by owner. How successful are they and what is the best way to do this to save the commission. This is a trend we must … (4 comments)
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real estate sales: Buyer Incentives - 07/18/07 02:37 PM
Daily Real Estate News | July 17, 20076 Incentives to Attract Buyers to Your ListingsFlashy buyer incentives - such as a new TV or car - may entice some buyers, but bottom line perks are more likely to close a sale, say experienced real estate professionals.Here are the six most common buyer incentives … (2 comments)
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real estate sales: Is Television Helping or Hurting Real Estate? - 07/15/07 03:15 PM
I think the answer is both. Shows that talk about flipping properties seem to ever simplify the process. I find clients, who think they will buy a home, slap a few thousand in it and flip it for giant profits, all in 10 days. That is where some of the shows … (56 comments)
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real estate sales: Westfield New Jersey's Monthly Residential Property Market Analysis - February 2007 - 07/14/07 10:59 PM
The township of Westfield was formed in 1794. The first railroad line through Westfield was established in 1838. The first newspaper "The Townsman" followed in 1875 and by 1895 electric, telephone, water and sewer services were available.
Fast forward to January 2007 and this township is one of the most desirable residential … (0 comments)
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real estate sales: Westfield New Jersey's Monthly Multifamily Property Market Analysis - February 2007 - 07/14/07 10:45 PM
Westfield has very few multifamily properties, so it stands to reason that there are few available for sale. However, what Westfield lacks in numbers it more than makes up for in character and charm. the multifamily homes afford their owners the same rich architectural detail enjoyed by owners of single family … (0 comments)
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real estate sales: Salt Lake, Hawaii Area - June 2007 Real Estate Sales Activity - 07/12/07 03:45 PM
Salt Lake Area (tax map key 111, includes Moanalua, Aliamanu, Mapunapuna and Airport Area)
The below figures include both fee simple and leasehold properties. These are only the totals and averages.
Single Family homes sales have softened. Average sales price of single family homes has begun to climb again. Both May and June … (6 comments)
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real estate sales: GOOD READERS WANTED - 07/11/07 03:33 PM
REALITY OR ROBOT?People are interesting. No two are the same, but you had best have a liking for them if you go into sales, particularly Real Estate sales. I enjoyed people as a REALTOR in Indianapolis, and still find I'm a People Person now that I'm in Shell Knob, MO One … (5 comments)
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real estate sales: Do you work in hot selling area? - 07/10/07 10:11 AM
I am just curious with all the members out there how many actually work in a hot or booming selling area. Or how would you consider the market as of now. Especially in comparision to the rest of your state or area. Did it already boom and is the market starting … (0 comments)
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real estate sales: Realtors, Take Summer Photos NOW...prepare for winter! - 07/07/07 11:09 AM
Often when I stage a home in the depths of winter the clients tell me about how beautiful their yard is in the summer. Being a visual person I can picture what they're describing but can potential buyers? Probably not. Therefore, I suggest that if the have photos of their yard … (6 comments)
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real estate sales: Lessons I've Taken From The Music Industry Part 3 - 07/06/07 04:18 PM
He was a hot new artist signed to LaFace Records in Atlanta, whose product was then distributed by Arista. There were very high hopes as this youngster was extremely talented and personable. But he needed seasoning. So L.A. Reid, the president of LaFace, sent the kid to another powerhouse record label owner … (3 comments)
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real estate sales: Plainfield New Jersey's Monthly Residential Property Market Analysis - 07/06/07 09:13 AM
February 2007 saw a 23% increase in the number of listings over February 2006. Plainfield had 344 single family homes listed for February 2007 with a average list price of $361,511. Of the 344 listings, 78 were new with a average price of $374,370 . During the month there were 23 sales … (1 comments)
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real estate sales: Plainfield, New Jersey's Monthly Multifamily Property Market Analysis - 07/05/07 05:58 PM
Plainfield has many multifamily properties, so it stands to reason that there are quite a few available for sale. As in Scotch Plains, so here in Plainfield you find that the multifamily homes afford their owners the same rich architectural detail enjoyed by owners of single family residences.
There were 140 properties available … (0 comments)
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real estate sales: Fanwood New Jersey's Monthly Multifamily Property Market Analysis - February 2007 - 07/03/07 12:26 PM
Fanwood has very few multifamily properties, so it stands to reason that there are few available for sale. However, what Fanwood lacks in numbers it more than makes up for in character and charm.
There were two properties available for sale in February, with an average list price of $724,900. The average days … (0 comments)
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real estate sales: Fanwood New Jersey's Monthly Residential Property Market Analysis - 07/02/07 11:59 PM
Nestled in the borders of Scotch Plains, is the sleepy little borough of Fanwood. As you can imagine there isn't much turnover here.
However, there were 67 residential properties for sale in February 2007 with an average price of $481,354, most of which had lingered on the market for a little over … (0 comments)
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real estate sales: Commercial Real Estate- Encouraging Business Professionals - 07/02/07 04:41 PM
Article on: Commercial Real Estate- Encouraging Business Professionals by Tim KellyCommercial real estate allocate large amount of fund to the entrepreneurs to carry out their business dreams. This loan scheme is secured in nature. The rate of interest is lower and allocates the same privileges to both good and bad credit … (0 comments)
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real estate sales: I Don't Trust You. - 06/26/07 06:37 PM
"No offense but I don't trust ANY real estate people." The words cut through me like a knife. I felt bad not so much for myself, although it really stunk hearing those words, but for the woman that said them.
I'm involved in the 3rd offer that these people have made. I … (33 comments)
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real estate sales: STUFF GOES UP..... BUT WHAT GOES DOWN? - 06/25/07 05:16 PM
EFFECT OF GAS PRICES? It's a puzzlement to me how real estate sales go down,and prices drop in my market area, here in Shell Knob. They apparently continue to go down nationally, according to recent posts on Yahoo .com, but prices are going up on a multitude of other things. This is an … (1 comments)
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real estate sales: How to increase your real estate sales - 06/24/07 10:23 AM
My last post " How do your sales compare to last year" inspired me to write this post. How to increase your sales would go a long way in helping us all. I'm hoping we get a nice long list. I'm looking for some new, fresh ideas on increasing sales,obtaining listings & … (4 comments)
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real estate sales: Recent Sale in Clearview Gardens 11357 - 06/22/07 04:31 PM
163-03 17th AveWhitestone, NY 11357
Asking: $249,900
Selling: $222,000
On the Market: 2 Weeks
This Clearview Gardens 3 BR (Converted 2 BR) Lower Unit in Whitestone Queens New York features 1 Full Bath, Living Room, and Updated Kitchen with Dishwasher and Washer and Dryer. Unit is conveniently located near Express … (0 comments)
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real estate sales: The numbers behind Wenatchee's #1 Ranking - 06/19/07 11:07 PM
So you think we might be a hot market? Like everything else the ranking is only part of the story. Here are some stats to help assess the ranking:
Retail Trade Volume - Douglas County 2005 $200,000,000, 2006 $219,000,000
Chelan County 2005 $568,000,000, 2006 $662,000,000
Population - 2006
Wenatchee 29,920
East Wenatchee 11,420
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real estate sales: June in Hampstead New Hampshire - 06/16/07 11:11 AM
Hampstead New Hampshire is gearing up for a fun filled summer
Starting with the Summer Music series which has it's kick off event Tuesday June 19th at 7:00 pm.
This event is free for all and offers an added bonus as classic car and motorcycle owners are encouraged to bring their … (5 comments)
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real estate sales: Just Sold in Bayside/Flushing 11358 - 06/15/07 03:01 PM
33-37 Jordan St
Bayside, NY 11358
Asking: $540,000
Selling: $536,000
On the Market: 3 Weeks
SD Frame Treasure Island Colonial in Bayside/Flushing Area Boasts 3 Br, 2 New Baths, New Eat In Kitchen, Living Room, Full Finished Basement, Private Driveway, Above Ground Pool & Patio.
Visit CarolloRealEstate.com for full property … (0 comments)
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real estate sales: How Humiliating...I was stood up today! - 06/12/07 10:09 PM
I can't remember when the last time I was stood up...maybe I haven't ever been stood up before..I don't know because I can't remember it. But today I was and I didn't like it one bit.
I had booked 4 condos to show a customer. We were to meet the listing agent … (33 comments)
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real estate sales: Important Tips and a Look at a Strong Real Estate Sector - 06/12/07 02:48 PM
Here are some good news tips I came across this week that can offer some practical help: I thought this article was very insightful because it fully recognizes thatt the first contact today is via the net and that photos now fall into the category of curb appeal. Think we should … (0 comments)
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real estate sales: Just Sold in Fresh Meadows, Queens 11365 - 06/11/07 03:06 PM
196-12 58th Ave
Fresh Meadows, NY 11365
Asking: $738,000
Selling: $698,000
On the Market: 26 Weeks
All Brick 2 Family New Construction in Fresh Meadows features a 3 BR Duplex Over a 1 BR Apartment with Open Porch. Each Apartment features a full bath, LR/DR and kitchen w/stainless steel appliances. … (0 comments)
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real estate sales: Short Sales are for Tough Times - 06/07/07 04:04 PM
Many areas of the country are seeing an alarming increase in foreclosures. There are quite a few options that can minimize the damage done by such a loss. The short sale is one, but beware it is not for everyone.Home prices: More pain to come: The outlook for home prices this … (2 comments)
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real estate sales: Oahu - Sales of Existing Homes & Condominiums for May 2007 - 06/05/07 08:00 AM
The May 2007 Numbers are in. Single family home sales - year to date are down 5.2% percent in the number of total units sold up, but the median price and average sales price have shown increases. Condominium sales - Saw a dip in the number of units sold, but prices … (4 comments)
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real estate sales: Wahiawa and Whitmore Real Estate Sales Activity for May 2007 - 06/05/07 02:47 AM
The Wahiawa and Whitmore communities have seen the real estate market has leveled, but homes are still selling. Interest rates are still low and there is a good selection of inventory. It is still a good time to buy or sell in this balanced Wahiawa and Whitmore market.*These numbers were taken … (0 comments)
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real estate sales: Mililani, Hawaii Real Estate Sales Activity for May 2007 - 06/05/07 01:12 AM
This Mililani sales report covers zip code 96789 which covers both the Mililani Area (which includes Mililani Town, Launani Valley) and Mililani Mauka.
The Mililani real estate market has flattened, but it is still moving strong. We are still seeing good real estate activity in the Mililani area. With low interest … (2 comments)
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real estate sales: Recent Sale in Fresh Meadows, Queens 11365 - 06/04/07 09:08 AM
69-14 179th StreetFresh Meadows NY 11365Asking: $699,000Selling: $685,000
Absolutely charming detached colonial is the perfect place to call home! Home features a very modern decor with many updates such as Hi-hats in LR and kitchen, granite countertops in kitchen, stainless steel appliances, Bosh dishwasher, and beautiful h/w floors thru out. … (0 comments)
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real estate sales: 110 posts and I didn't even know it!!! - 06/01/07 08:25 PM
Can I blow my own horn??
I passed 100 posts and never knew it! LOL I guess I was asleep at the wheel. How exciting 110 posts in eight months!!! Yippee!
Of course it's combined but it still counts...I hope anyway! I'm sorry I don't have a special post to celebrate but … (18 comments)
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real estate sales: MCD Construction - Build in the Golden Isles of Georgia - 05/31/07 07:33 AM
A little background on our area: Glynn County has a very diverse economy made up of tourism, a growing port facility, a Federal Law Enforcement Training Center, industrial plants and a healthy mix of retirees. The area enjoys a mild sub-tropical climate. The average temperature is 68.4 degrees and average rainfall … (3 comments)
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real estate sales: New Friends at Active Rain - 05/29/07 07:39 PM
ActiveRain is a great place to make new friends and make things happen. I have been a member for just a couple of months. I have met so many interesting people, and everyone is willing to share tips. One tip that I have shared with many activerainers is to update your … (0 comments)
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real estate sales: Guarantee the sale of your current commercial property or home to give you peace of mind. - 05/29/07 01:25 PM
The Prudential California Realty Mulhearn Group is made up of 21 offices from Long Beach to the High Desert with over 1500 agents working to sell your home or commercial property. At Prudential California Realty we have the Mulhearn Advantage Programs that are specifically designed to assist you in getting ready … (1 comments)
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real estate sales: The ugly truth about selling real estate... - 05/22/07 01:14 PM
Most real estate agents are usually far more concerned about generating new listings than they are about selling the homes they've already listed.After taking a listing, they often become much more difficult to contact as the time it takes for returned calls goes from minutes... to hours... or even days. Providing clients … (2 comments)
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real estate sales: HICCUP! ONE DAY BEFORE CLOSING--SOMEBODY TELL ME WHY? - 05/11/07 07:23 PM
Why is it that you can get right down to the day before closing and still have a hiccup in the lender process? I just don't get it. Here's an example of what I mean and maybe somebody can tell me why the consumer (both the buyer and the seller, actually) … (6 comments)
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real estate sales: Thank you Real Estate Community - 05/04/07 06:16 AM
I would like to take a moment to thank everyone who attended our office open house yesterday. A special thanks to Andrew Baker of Mercantile Bank for sponsoring the event, and Craig Boening of America's Preferred Home Warranty for supplying a door prize. Congratulations to Julie Rossio of Keller Williams for correctly … (0 comments)
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real estate sales: Does a Realtor's Open House Really Work? - 04/26/07 12:15 PM
I just came in from a Realtor's open house. These events are quite popular in my area. I find it as an opportunity to meet with Realtors in other agencies; to meet lenders; to view some great looking houses; and to get a free meal. However, how effective are they at … (0 comments)
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real estate sales: Buyer Behavior & Sales Skills in Real Estate - 04/25/07 05:16 PM
I haven't been in real estate for very long but I gather that what I am experiencing in buyer behavior is different that what agents have experienced in the past. A few weekends ago I opened the door at a much anticipated showing on a Saturday afternoon. Earlier that week I … (3 comments)
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real estate sales: Q1 2007 Real Estate Sales Activity in the Kaneohe Area - 04/24/07 12:02 AM
The Kaneohe communities (zip code of 96744) real estate market has had a small increase in sales activity over 2006 for the sale time period, there has been a some drops in average sales prices. The one bright spot was in March the average sales prices of condos went up. Interest … (4 comments)
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real estate sales: Fast Changing Markets - Time to Go to Auction - 04/20/07 04:58 PM
With markets fast changing what is the best method to price real estate. In a declining market is an appraisal that uses homes that were sold 6 months ago accurate. If so how does the market decline. Over or Underpricing your a home could be devastating to the seller. If you over price … (4 comments)
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real estate sales: Best Keywords for SEO ? - 04/19/07 02:18 PM
Many Agents who are successful with Real Estate by using ONLINE MARKETING almost exclusively, with no print or no mailings, say that the people who search "Real Estate City Name" or "Real Estate CityName StateName" are mostly
Telemarketers who want to call RealtorsOther RealtorsAllied ProfessionalsApparently consumers don't use the word real estate as much … (36 comments)
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real estate sales: Why Real Estate Sales is like fishing - 04/19/07 07:04 AM
Whaaat? How can you say fishing is like selling Real Estate? Easy, in both you spend countless hours prospecting the waters for the big one, catch several small and mid size ones along the way to keep and eat, and if you are like me, sad to leave after a full … (3 comments)
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real estate sales: Closing Escrow...A Happy Ending For ALL! - 04/18/07 10:38 AM
This is a follow up blog , or closing blog, to the first blogs I wrote on Active Rain
What About our Fiduciary Obligation to Our Sellers? and When Other Agents Fail, Sell It Yourself . I am very happy to announce that the property that I was discussing in those blogs back … (2 comments)
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real estate sales: Stop Working Nights and Weekends! - 04/15/07 02:18 PM
Are You a Highly Motivated, Entrepreneurial Thinker?Do You Have a Background in Real Estate?(Even Better) Do You Have a History of Using our Products and Training?Then WE WANT YOU!Sparta Success Systems is looking for high-quality salespeople. This is a commission-based position and will require a little homework on your part to … (1 comments)
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real estate sales: Home Sales in March 2007 For Yolo County - 04/11/07 10:43 AM
Homes For Sale and Sold homes in Yolo County for the month of March are ready. Each area is covered by City and zip code with the homes for sale, homes in Pending Sale and the homes sold along with the average price for each neighborhood. I can provide a more specific … (6 comments)
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real estate sales: Home Sales for Placer County in March 2007 - 04/07/07 10:06 PM
Homes For Sale and Sold homes in Placer County for the month of March are ready. Each area is covered by City and zip code with the homes for sale, homes in Pending Sale and the homes sold along with the average price for each neighborhood. I can provide a more … (0 comments)
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real estate sales: Ogunquit Sunrise Properties - 04/06/07 11:11 PM
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real estate sales: Seller Concessions - 04/03/07 12:41 AM
There are seller concessions and then there are seller concessions. I've managed to negotiate inclusion of a pool table, installation of a bathtub and shower, various lawn equipment, and tons of closing costs for my buyers over the years. I have never, however, negotiated for ALL the furniture on display in … (7 comments)
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real estate sales: SEO eBook for Realtors - Almost Done - 03/30/07 03:59 PM
My SEO eBook for Realtors is almost done. Whew..... I thought it would be easier to write....I just had my best coaching month ever, on top of a good March in Real Estate.... And now, writing a book...Am spread a little thin.... But I love it!!! … (2 comments)
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real estate sales: Pre-listing Home Inspections: Improving Buyer Confidence - 03/30/07 12:40 PM
Found the house of your dreams and want to move quickly? Ready to accept that new job but need to sell your house first? Do you know you'll be competing with several houses for sale in the same area, in about the same price range?When you consider selling your home, a … (3 comments)
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real estate sales: State Buys Chimney Rock Park - 03/20/07 09:29 PM
The state of North Carolina agreed to by Chimney Rock Park or approximately 24 million dollars in February. The 1000 park has been operated by the Morse family since the early 1930's. The history of ChimneyRock is colorful and many community members were concerned about the parks future when the family put the park … (1 comments)
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real estate sales: Bathroom University: I Graduated with Honors! - 03/18/07 02:39 PM
How many of us make excuses for not reading? We try to instill the value of reading within our children, yet our professional lives can make setting a good example difficult at best. What can we do?Well folks, I have a solution. Read when you go to bathroom. Hell, it's better … (8 comments)
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real estate sales: Fanwood New Jersey's Monthly Multifamily Property Market Analysis - 03/17/07 09:18 PM
Fanwood has very few multifamily properties, so it stands to reason that there are few available for sale. However, what Fanwood lacks in numbers it more than makes up for in character and charm.
There were two properties available for sale in January, with an average list price of $762,400. The average days … (0 comments)
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real estate sales: Fanwood New Jersey's Monthly Residential Property Market Analysis - 03/17/07 08:58 PM
Nestled in the borders of Scotch Plains, is the sleepy little borough of Fanwood. As you can imagine there isn't much turnover here.
However, there were 46 residential properties for sale in January 2007 with an average price of $490,613, most of which had lingered on the market for a little over … (0 comments)
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real estate sales: Plainfield New Jersey's Monthly Residential Property Market Analysis - 03/17/07 08:38 AM
The city of Plainfield was formed by 1869. The first railroad line through Plainfield was established in 1884. The first Western Union office was opened in 1862.
Fast forward to January 2007 and this City is one of the most architecturally rich residential communities in central new jersey.
There were 305 residential … (1 comments)
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real estate sales: Plainfield, New Jersey's Monthly Multifamily Property Market Analysis - 03/17/07 08:23 AM
Plainfield has many multifamily properties, so it stands to reason that there are quite a few available for sale. As in Scotch Plains, so here in Plainfield you find that the multifamily homes afford their owners the same rich architectural detail enjoyed by owners of single family residences.
There were 138 properties available … (0 comments)
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real estate sales: Subprime Market: Oh, So NOW You Care??!! - 03/16/07 11:30 PM
Ok. I can understand working loan officers writing books about how the suprime home loan implosion affected them. They are on the front lines. I can understand a realtor or real estate agent writing a book about how the subprime mortgage crisis affected them. They too are on the front lines. There … (2 comments)
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real estate sales: Scotch Plains New Jersey's Monthly Multifamily Property Market Analysis - 03/16/07 10:08 PM
Scotch Plains has very few multifamily properties, so it stands to reason that there are few available for sale. However, what Scotch Plains lacks in numbers it more than makes up for in character and charm. the multifamily homes afford their owners the same rich architectural detail enjoyed by owners of … (3 comments)
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real estate sales: Westfield New Jersey's Monthly Multifamily Property Market Analysis - 03/16/07 10:07 PM
Westfield has very few multifamily properties, so it stands to reason that there are few available for sale. However, what Westfield lacks in numbers it more than makes up for in character and charm. the multifamily homes afford their owners the same rich architectural detail enjoyed by owners of single family … (0 comments)
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real estate sales: Westfield New Jersey's Monthly Residential Property Market Analysis - 03/16/07 10:05 PM
The township of Westfield was formed in 1794. The first railroad line through Westfield was established in 1838. The first newspaper "The Townsman" followed in 1875 and by 1895 electric, telephone, water and sewer services were available.
Fast forward to January 2007 and this township is one of the most desirable residential … (0 comments)
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real estate sales: Real Estate Sales In Mililani Seems to be Picking Up - 03/14/07 04:44 PM
In the last few weeks we have seen a surge in business in Mililani and the surrounding area.Our office had two townhouses for sale. One was on the market for a little over a year and the other nearly 6 months. They were just sitting there with very little interest and then … (11 comments)
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real estate sales: Seller Home Inspections - 03/13/07 12:06 PM
Seller Inspections: Streamlining Real Estate Transactions. Seller inspections (sometimes referred to as pre-listing inspections) are becoming more popular because they virtually eliminate all the pitfalls and hassles associated with waiting to do the inspections until a buyer is found. In many ways, waiting to schedule inspections until after a home goes under agreement, is too … (4 comments)
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real estate sales: Honolulu 2/07 Real Estate Sales Numbers - 03/06/07 10:55 AM
The stats are in from the Honolulu Board of Realtors MLS. Single family home prices showed a bump in February 2007. Condo prices remain at the same level as the previous month. Honolulu County makes up the entire island of Oahu.
2/07 Median Price 2/07 Average Days on Market
Single Family Homes $614,500 … (1 comments)
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real estate sales: Setting a Selling Price - 03/06/07 09:57 AM
Naturally, you want to get top dollar for your home. Everyone does! But, at the sametime, you don't want to scare off potential buyers with a price tag that's too high. Settingan artificially high price may cause your property to languish on the market for months.Reducing your asking price later on … (0 comments)
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real estate sales: 50 Tips to Properly Prepare and Stage Your Home (Part 2 of 3) - 03/06/07 08:31 AM
INSIDE:
After you've tackled the exterior of your home, head inside. The goal here is to make everything look more spacious, more organized, brighter, warm, and homey.
1. No matter what the season, do your spring cleaning. Clean houses sell a lot easier than dirty ones.
2. About the cheapest way to make rooms … (0 comments)
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real estate sales: 50 Tips to properly prepare and stage your home (Part 3 of 3) - 03/06/07 08:28 AM
WHEN YOUR HOME IS SHOWN:
When it's time for Diane Testa, or another agent, to show your home, all your preparations will be worth it. But there are a few final tips that can add that little extra magic.
1. Before prospective buyers walk in the door, give your home the welcoming aroma … (0 comments)
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real estate sales: CAN REALTORS BE TRANSPARENT ? - 03/03/07 03:09 PM
What Does Your Staff Read? We're studying the book of Genesis in my Sunday School class, and my pastor, who is a bit of a history buff, explained the importance of 'The Staff' in ancient times. It was Moses' staff that turned the Nile into blood. It was his staff that turned … (2 comments)
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real estate sales: 50 Tips to Properly Prepare and Stage Your Home (Part 1 of 3) - 03/02/07 04:08 PM
Buyers buy homes based on emotion - how a home "feels" to them. Many factors come into play, many that the buyer isn't even aware of. Buyers buy what they see. Ask your friends and neighbors to view your home through "buyerTMs eyes" and give you their honest opinions. In general: … (2 comments)
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real estate sales: Listing Inventories are up. Sales are off slightly. - 03/02/07 08:17 AM
With listing inventories up in most real estate market, it is strange to many sellers and agents alike that they don't want to pay attention to the numbers. Numbers, and statistics allow us to make a demostration that can explain our current market, and possibly future trends. It is easier to … (4 comments)
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real estate sales: 10 Macomb County Schools Awarded Blue Ribbon Sate Awards - 02/27/07 11:14 PM
10 Macomb County elementary schools were rewarded with the designation of 2006-2007 Michigan Blue Ribbon Schools . The Blue Ribbon selection committee chose these schools as meeting some very tough qualification and delivered top rated education to their students. Blue Ribbon designation went out to Crissman,DeKeyser.Flickinger,Harvey,Schuchard,Schwarzkoff,and West Utica from Utica Schools. … (0 comments)
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real estate sales: Real Estate Sales Activity in the Kaneohe, Hawaii - 02/13/07 03:40 AM
Kaneohe (tax map keys 144 thru 147)Single family homes sold has slowed some, but prices have steadily climbed. January single family home sales started the year a little bit slow, while condos and townhouses were off to a good clip.The below figures include both fee simple and leasehold properties. These are … (4 comments)
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real estate sales: Full Time Professionals vs. Part Time Hobbyist– Part 2 - 02/12/07 10:25 AM
I may have insulted a few folks with my previous blog: Full Time Professionals vs. Part Time Hobbyist or Limited Service Agents
For the benefit of those who were insulted we need to take a 2nd look at what I said and what they are doing. It is not a question of … (43 comments)
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real estate sales: Recent Rankings - 02/07/07 08:34 AM
Herein is a quote from Seattle real estate Blog "360 digest" and also the Business Journal that you might find of interest....
"The Puget Sound Business Journal ranked the top 25 residential real estate firms ranked by residential sales volume in millions, for 2006. The top 5 were:
1. Windermere ($23,709.6 / 60,200 … (0 comments)
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real estate sales: Real Estate Sales Activity in Wahiawa - 02/07/07 12:39 AM
The Wahiawa real estate market slowed the 1st half of 2006, but seems to have rebounded in the 2nd half. With low interest rates and a little more inventory, buyers are coming out again to buy the home of their dreams.Here are number of single family homes sold in Wahiawa (includes … (1 comments)
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real estate sales: Home Staging Inquiries for a "friend" - 02/06/07 02:13 PM
So, after getting my sixth call in the past two weeks from a "friend" of someone wanting to know about staging, I am sending this blog out as a public service announcement. Please note; if you are calling a stager trying to find out about going into the staging business yourself, … (11 comments)
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real estate sales: OK, So How's the Market Changed Over the Years - 02/02/07 10:42 AM
Yes, Virginia, computers can do a lot to describe the real estate market.
To begin with, I am not a mathematician. I know very little about statistics. I know even less about economics. Coming up with the data presented below is a result of my daughter's ability to use Excel and a … (1 comments)
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real estate sales: Welcome to my Market: As Sellers Get More Flexible, Buyers Get a Break - 01/31/07 05:10 PM
Welcome to My Market:As Sellers Get More Flexible, Buyers Get a Breakby David Lereah, NAR Chief Economist
We begin the New Year with a hint of optimism. The glass was half empty in 2006 - home sales fell throughout the year. But the glass looks to be half full in 2007. … (1 comments)
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real estate sales: Thinking of hiring a Neighborhood Specialist to sell your home? - 01/29/07 11:30 PM
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real estate sales: Real Estate Sales Activity in Mililani - 01/26/07 07:46 PM
The Mililani real estate market has slowed some, but it is still vibrant. Buyers are buying and sellers are selling. We have seen record numbers of sales in recent years, but are still seeing a lot of good real estate activity in the Mililani area. With low interest rates and a … (1 comments)
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real estate sales: Know Your Commercial Building Inspection Standards - 01/23/07 10:12 AM
Commercial building inspections can give clients the same peace of mind that a residential inspection does. Reports can provide information on the estimated cost of repairs, the current condition of hundreds of components in the buildings and added confidence going into purchase negotiations. Still, most commercial properties are not inspected as … (0 comments)
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real estate sales: Staged to Sell --and Fast! - 12/29/06 03:02 PM
Let's face it: We're in a real estate market where the competition is fierce. Buyers are almost always looking at multiple homes when considering a purchase. There is a lot to choose from and buyers can now be especially picky on which home will work best for them. And believe it … (0 comments)
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real estate sales: Online Lead Generators love to close hard! - 12/28/06 12:54 PM
I just got called by a sales rep from http://linktechsolutions.com/main.html they hard pitched me on pulling out my credit card to purchase a search term for my market that would enable me to get at least 84 hits to my website via paid sponsorship at the top of the pay on … (9 comments)
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real estate sales: Local Economic - Northwest Indiana - 12/27/06 07:48 AM
Nationally there will be some reports released this week:Wednesday, Dec. 27 November New Home Sales (10 a.m. ET) [expected: 1.015M / prior: 1.004M]Measures how many Americans are buying new homes. Last month sales fell 3.2 percent, down by more than 25 percent in the past year. Builders have recently cut back … (1 comments)
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real estate sales: Do you have the change gene? Can you handle the truth? - 12/14/06 07:20 AM
Michael's Crichton's new book "NEXT" asks some intriguing questions. Albeit, they come from a fictional storyline, but then does it really matter if it's fiction? The questions are still legitimate. Now, most of the issues he raises in this thrilling new book are based on medical and research ethics, not particularly … (4 comments)
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real estate sales: Mortgage News You Can Use - 12/13/06 02:35 PM
Rate Watch - For the week ended Dec. 8 the 30-year fixed rate rose to 6.02% from 5.98% last week. Fixed 15-year mortgage rates decreased from 5.75% to 5.66%.
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Economic and Market Watch Report - (Based on information from the Ann Arbor Area Board of Realtors Multiple Listing Service for the period … (2 comments)
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real estate sales: Dan's Top 10 Reasons to Become a Real Estate Agent - 12/13/06 01:39 PM
Dan's Top 10 Reasons to Become a Real Estate Agent10). You control your own time. 9). Real Estate is the safest investment you or your clients can make. 8). You get first dibs on the best deals. 7). You get to help others realize the American Dream of homeownership. 6). You're not stuck in an … (3 comments)
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real estate sales: The Drumbeats - 12/11/06 09:19 AM
I was asking myself the question: "What makes a market turn?"
The truth is that the more people believe a market is good, the better the market. Of course the opposite if true as well, the more people believe the market is dropping, the worse the market fares. The old adage … (1 comments)
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real estate sales: Where did all the REALTORs go ... Vacation? - 12/09/06 10:35 AM
I sure hate to go on a Saturday morning rant, but did real estate professionals take the year off in 2006? See my outside blog for further thoughts.Our company has been a consistent adherent to the "pay even when they don't earn it" philosophy for the last 8 years. And yet, … (42 comments)
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real estate sales: ColdwellBanker.com named top real estate website by web marketing association - 12/08/06 10:55 AM
COLDWELLBANKER.COM NAMED TOP REAL ESTATE WEB SITE BY WEB MARKETING ASSOCIATION
PARSIPPANY, N.J. (Dec. 5, 2006) - The Coldwell Banker® national Web site, ColdwellBanker.com,
was named the Best Real Estate Web Site by the Web Marketing Association in its 2006 WebAward Competition. The WebAwards are acknowledged as one of the premier annual Web … (0 comments)
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real estate sales: Pending Home Sales Indicate Market Stabilization - 12/08/06 09:51 AM
PENDING HOME SALES INDICATE MARKET STABILIZATION
Pending home sales are hovering in a narrow range, another indication that a stabilization is occurring in the housing sector, according to NAR. The Pending Home Sales Index, based on contracts signed in October, slipped 1.7% to a reading of 107.2 and is 13.2% lower than … (1 comments)
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real estate sales: Ideas for a slower market - 12/07/06 02:39 PM
Been talking to a lot of real estate professionals lately who seem upset that the market's a little tight. I offered to extend some ideas to those willing to put some work in.
Now, if you are the typical real estate agent and you're hoping someone else will do all the work … (3 comments)
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real estate sales: The Week That Was in Delaware, Ohio (Oct. 28 - Nov. 4) - 11/04/06 07:59 PM
I don' want to get too excited, but this week looks a lot better in Delaware County than we've seen anytime in the past six week.
During staff meeting and tour last week, one of the older agents said "I remember the days when we had three closings in a week." … (0 comments)
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real estate sales: Selling the Help-U-Sell Way - 10/02/06 11:41 PM
The Power of Choice
Selling the Help-U-Sell WayToday’s competitive, and sometimes rapidly changing, real estate climate requires expert agents, informed owners, and a realistic cost for services. Phrases like “empowering the consumer” might sound like marketing jargon, but at Help-U-Sell, it’s the way we do business. We deliver what sellers like … (5 comments)
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real estate sales: The Real Estate Market Status - 09/26/06 03:47 PM
The Gainesville real estate market is feeling the effects of the overall market trend for the state. The Florida Association of Realtors said many markets reported higher inventory levels and a slowing pace of sales as buyers weighed more options. Some 14,736 single-family homes sold statewide in August, down from 22,421 … (0 comments)
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real estate sales: Real Estate Statistics - Real Estate in Toronto Ontario Canada - 09/03/06 07:24 PM
$27,000The amount an average real estate sales transaction generates in expenditures over a three year period after the purchase of a property.$4,800The average home buyer spends on renovations and upgrades over a three year period after the purchase of a property120,000New jobs created from 2002-2004 as a direct result of housing … (0 comments)
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